Chronic Pain in Parkinson’s Disease: Prevalence, Sex Differences, Regional Anatomy and Comorbidities
Chronic pain affected 66.2% of 10,631 individuals with Parkinson's disease, with higher prevalence and severity in females. Pain most often involved the buttocks, lower back, neck, and knees, and was linked to depression, sleep disorders, and osteoarthritis.
Natalia S. Ogonowski+13 more
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Sound pronunciation correction in patients after glossectomy. Сomparative prospective study
The purpose of the study was to compare the effectiveness of correction of sound pronunciation in patients after glossectomy without reconstructive surgery and glossectomy with reconstructive surgery. Material and Methods.
E. A. Krasavina+4 more
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ABSTRACT Background Olfactory dysfunction is frequently observed in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS); however, its underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. To date, no studies have directly examined the nasal mucosal microbiota in MS. This study aimed to explore potential relationships among olfactory function, nasal microbiota composition,
Zidan Gao+5 more
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The Effect of Tommy John (UCL) Reconstructive Surgery on a Pitcher’s Arm and Career Progression [PDF]
Injuries have plagued professional athletes since their sports have been in existence. The examination of how teams can diminish the side effects of the injuries en route to a speedy recovery remains an evolving process and a topic of concern for all ...
Grant, Jack
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Characteristics of Cerebral Palsy in the Midwestern US
ABSTRACT Objective Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common lifelong motor disability worldwide. Yet, data is limited on how CP manifests in the US. Our objective was to characterize and determine factors affecting functional outcomes in a large population of young people with CP in the Midwestern US.
Susie Kim+6 more
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Where to find facial artery perforators: a reference point [PDF]
Reconstructive surgery of the midface using facial artery perforator (FAP) flaps is being used more frequently now as it has been reported to provide better aesthetic results and reduce a traditional two-stage procedure to a one-stage technique.
Fogg, Q., Ng, Z.Y., Shoaib, T.
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Deep sternal wound infections: Evidence for prevention, treatment, and reconstructive surgery
Median sternotomy is the most popular approach in cardiac surgery. Post-sternotomy wound complications are rare, but the occurrence of a deep sternal wound infection (DSWI) is a catastrophic event associated with higher morbidity and mortality, longer ...
L. Schiraldi+7 more
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Scoliosis Surgery in a Patient With Advanced Friedreich's Ataxia—It Is Not Too Late
ABSTRACT Friedreich's ataxia is a multisystem disorder with scoliosis being the most common non‐neurological manifestation. While scoliosis surgery is typically performed in adolescent, ambulatory patients, few data exist on surgical outcomes in patients with advanced disease.
Kathrin Reetz+20 more
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Robotic surgery in plastic surgery: a review of its potential
**Background**: Robotic surgery currently offers a number of benefits in specific areas of plastic and reconstructive surgery such as head and neck and microsurgery, however, many subspecialties are yet to benefit from robotic operating techniques.
Marcio B Coelho+3 more
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The Influence of Patient Exposure to Breast Reconstruction Approaches and Education on Patient Choices in Breast Cancer Treatment. [PDF]
BackgroundThe landscape of surgical and medical management and patient choices for breast cancer treatment changes as breast reconstruction and oncoplastic approaches improve and diversify.
Blair, Sarah L+4 more
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