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[The behavioral risk factors for contracting HIV infection in the intravenous administration of narcotics in abusers of psychoactive substances in the city of Rostov-on-Don].

open access: yesZhurnal mikrobiologii, epidemiologii i immunobiologii, 1999
150 persons (drug users) who had applied to the department of psycho-social consultations and voluntary tests for the presence of HIV infection and STD of the Regional AIDS Control Center, as well as partners of HIV-infected addicts in the intravenous use of drugs, were examined.
S R, Saukhat   +6 more
openaire   +1 more source

Surgical site infections and sepsis in gynecological surgery

open access: yesInternational Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Despite advancements in infection control, surgical site infections (SSIs) and postoperative sepsis remain significant challenges in gynecological surgery, contributing to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. In low‐income countries, circulatory failure due to septic shock leads to most deaths after surgery, with sepsis ...
Cristina Taliento   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Experiences of disrespect and abuse during childbirth in the World Health Organization European region: A mixed‐method study among 22 countries

open access: yesInternational Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective Despite advancements in maternity quality care worldwide, mistreatment of women during childbirth persists. Currently, there is a gap of knowledge on the occurrence of disrespect and abuse during childbirth in the World Health Organization (WHO) European region.
Anna Galle   +126 more
wiley   +1 more source

Pathological regional blood flow in opiate-dependent patients during withdrawal: A HMPAO-SPECT study [PDF]

open access: yes, 1998
The aims of the present study were to investigate regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF) in heroin-dependent patients during withdrawal and to assess the relation between these changes and duration of heroin consumption and withdrawal data.
Biersack, H. J.   +9 more
core   +1 more source

Reversal of Fentanyl‐Induced Respiratory Depression in Healthy Subjects by Intramuscular Nalmefene Administered by Auto‐Injector Versus Intranasal Naloxone

open access: yesThe Journal of Clinical Pharmacology, EarlyView.
Abstract As illegally made fentanyl and congeners continue to drive overdose deaths in the US, experts have called for stronger and longer‐lasting antagonists. A randomized, 4‐period, 2‐treatment crossover replicate‐design study in healthy moderately‐experienced opioid users (n = 24) evaluated the reversal of opioid‐induced respiratory depression (OIRD)
Alessandra Cipriano   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Risk factors associated with Hepatitis C among female substance users enrolled in community-based HIV prevention studies

open access: yesBMC Research Notes, 2011
Background Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is one of the most frequent chronic blood-borne infections in the United States. The epidemiology of HCV transmission is not completely understood, particularly in women and minorities.
O'Leary Catina C   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Neuroendocrinology meets addiction: Emerging pharmacotherapies on the horizon. [PDF]

open access: yesJ Intern Med
Abstract Alcohol and other substance use disorders (ASUDs) are prevalent and major contributors to global morbidity and mortality. Their impact extends beyond the individual, imposing significant burdens on families, communities, healthcare systems, and society at large.
Loften A   +3 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

The Unfair Sentencing Act: Racial Disparities and Fiscal Consequences of America\u27s Drug Laws [PDF]

open access: yes, 2014
In 1986, the United States government attempted to combat the perceived war on drugs by enacting mandatory drug laws, with a primary focus on incarcerating crack offenders.
Zimmerman, Kristin
core   +1 more source

The effects of pioglitazone, a PPARγ receptor agonist, on the abuse liability of oxycodone among nondependent opioid users [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Aims: Activation of PPARγ by pioglitazone (PIO) has shown some efficacy in attenuating addictive-like responses in laboratory animals. The ability of PIO to alter the effects of opioids in humans has not been characterized in a controlled laboratory ...
Alonzo   +74 more
core   +1 more source

Wernicke encephalopathy observed in a cancer patient receiving terminal‐stage home care

open access: yesJournal of General and Family Medicine, EarlyView.
Abstract We report an 80 year old man in the terminal stage of cancer receiving home care. On the 18th day after starting home care, he experienced a sudden onset of impaired consciousness, unsteadiness of gait, and ophthalmoplegia. Based on the clinical symptoms and a prolonged loss of appetite, Wernicke encephalopathy (WE) was suspected. Thiamine 100 
Minoru Saiki   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

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