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Cold plasma treatment for oral lichen planus: a retrospective case collection and proposal of a new clinical score

JDDG: Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft, EarlyView.
Summary Background and objectives Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic autoimmune mucosal disease with malignant potential and limited treatment options. This study evaluated the long‐term efficacy and safety of cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) therapy in therapy‐refractory OLP and introduced the novel Lichen Planus Severity Score (LPSS).
Christian Seebauer, Hans‐Robert Metelmann, Mohamed Falougy, Wolfram Kaduk, Lasse Kremer, Georg Daeschlein   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

A 15‐Year Case Study of the Structures and Outcomes in a Blended Learning Postgraduate Master Programme for Periodontology and Implant Therapy

European Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aim The master's program in Periodontology and Implant Therapy at the University of Freiburg, Germany, is one of the first continuing professional development (CPD) programs in periodontology delivered through a blended learning format. With over 15 years of successful operation, this study aimed to identify key factors contributing to its ...
P. Ratka‐Krüger, D. Arslan, M. Isailov‐Schoechlin, J. P. Woelber   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Vesicovaginal fistula and bladder calculus formation secondary to long‐term retention of an intrauterine device

IJU Case Reports
Introduction Although uterine perforation is a rare but serious complication, intrauterine devices are globally popular and effective contraceptive methods.
Masahiro Goto, Tomoyuki Kaneko, Naoki Yamamine, Kazuki Yanagida, Michio Noda, Yuumi Tokura, Itsuki Yoshimura, Taketo Kawai, Tohru Nakagawa   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Harnessing Polygenic Risk Scores to Refine Venous Thromboembolism Risk Stratification

European Journal of Haematology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a major cause of morbidity in patients of all ages. Despite growing interest in polygenic risk scores (PRS) for VTE, their utility remains understudied. Our objective was to evaluate the independent impact of a PRS on VTE susceptibility in adults and children.
Katlyn G. McKay, Oliver S. Zhao, Samaya S. Badrieh, Lisa Bastarache, Xinnan Niu, Jing He, Prince J. Kannankeril, Jamie R. Robinson   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy of Dental Varnishes and Gels for the Prevention and Management of Dental Caries in Older Adults—A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Gerodontology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction To evaluate the efficacy of dental varnishes/gels in the prevention/management of dental caries in older adults. Methods Cochrane, PubMed, Web of Science and EMBASE were searched through March 2024 for randomized controlled trials (RCT) including patients aged ≥ 60 years (or average age ≥ 60 years) utilizing varnish or gel ...
Theresa Cleary, Enas M. Rostom, Reyes Enciso, Roseann Mulligan   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of the Menstrual Cycle and Hormonal Contraceptive Use on Metabolic Outcomes, Strength Performance, and Recovery: A Narrative Review

Metabolites
The effects of female sex hormones on optimal performance have been increasingly recognized as an important consideration in exercise and sport science research.
Hannah E. Cabre, Lacey M. Gould, Leanne M. Redman, Abbie E. Smith-Ryan   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Between Steel and Skin: Corporeal Colonization of Women Workers and Gendered Organizations in Heavy Industry

Gender, Work &Organization, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT “I felt as if my body was being occupied by the factory.” The words of one woman working in Turkey's heavy industry were repeated in many accounts, capturing how industrial infrastructures calibrated to male norms press directly into women's bodies.
Esra Kasap, Janset Özen‐Aytemur, Cihat Erbil   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nexplanonectomy—the surgical removal of an embolized implanted contraceptive device: a case report and review of the literature

Journal of Medical Case Reports
Background Nexplanon implants are a common hormonal contraceptive modality. Though rare, these devices can embolize into the injured wall of the basilic vein, through the right heart, and finally wedge itself into a pulmonary artery.
Edward K. Maybury, Zachary C. Affrin, Christian Popa, Max Fowler, Bryan D. Laliberte, Sarah C. Clarke   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Customization of hormone therapy in women with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD): actionable strategies and future perspectives

Giornale di Clinica Nefrologia e Dialisi
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is the most common genetically inherited kidney disease and the fourth leading cause of renal replacement therapy worldwide.
Martina Catania, Micaela Petrone, Liliana Italia De Rosa, Rebecca S. Degliuomini, Kristiana Kola, Chiara Lupi, Matteo Brambilla Pisoni, Stefano Salvatore, Massimo Candiani, Giuseppe Vezzoli, Maria Teresa Sciarrone Alibrandi   +10 more
doaj   +1 more source

Final Report: Randomized Comparison of Two Internet-Supported Methods of Natural Family Planning [PDF]

, 2013
Studies consistently show that women want safe, effective, easy to use, and convenient methods of family planning (Arévalo,1997; Severy 2001). Although Natural Family Planning (NFP) methods are free of side effects, they are often ineffective and complex
Fehring, Richard J., Schneider, Mary
core   +1 more source