Possible landscapes in norms: how are they designed and communicated? by Camila Marques Zyngier

“…In a shorter time scale, urban interventions are transformations as precise as surgeries, stirred by entrepreneurism. Considering these observations about how formally planned landscapes are formed, a few questions are raised, motivating this investigation: can a community – which inhabits, observes and constructs in any given landscape – understand, accompany and approve a new spatial configuration, transformed by interventions and controls? …”
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Is using Bisphosphonate a Contraindication for Dental Treatments? by Mohadese Heidari, Sepideh motevali, Avideh Maboodi, Farhad Sobouti

“…The probability of BRONJ onset in mandible is twice higher than in maxilla; and some 60-70% of the patients are reported to be inflicted with BRONJ following dental surgeries. The signs and symptoms may occur prior to the presence of osteonecrosis, which include pain, loose teeth, and membranous lesions. …”
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Morphometric evaluation of Maxillary sinus using Computed Tomography by Anuja G Deshmukh1 , Manjiri Joshi2

“…Conclusion: The results of the present study and knowledge of anatomy of maxillary sinus as seen in CT scan will help in identification of individual, sex determination and minimizing the risk during surgery…”
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Diagnosis and management of small bowel obstruction in the ileum caused by endometriosis: A case report by Nora Gillen, Timea Kovacs, Jada Leahy

“…However, small bowel involvement, particularly of the ileum, is less common, and is a much rarer location for endometriosis causing bowel obstruction.A 37-year-old woman with a medical history of endometriosis requiring multiple abdominal surgeries presented with signs and symptoms of small bowel obstruction. …”
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Efficacy and pitfalls of digital technologies in healthcare services: A systematic review of two decades by Nadeem Akhtar, Nohman Khan, Shazia Qayyum, Muhammad Imran Qureshi, Snail S. Hishan, Snail S. Hishan

“…The novel contribution of current study indicate that digital technologies have significantly influenced the healthcare services such as the beginning of electronic health record, a new era of digital healthcare, while robotic surgeries and machine learning algorithms may replace practitioners as future technologies. …”
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Term Natural Delivery without Complications in a Pregnant Woman with Bladder Exstrophy: A Case Report by Malihe Hasanzadeh, Zahra Rastin, Nooshin Babapour

“…Conclusion: Although cesarean section is the most common mode of delivery for pregnant women with bladder exstrophy, it could be associated with risks, including multiple pelvic adhesions due to several corrective surgeries. Therefore, natural vaginal delivery with proper monitoring can be an appropriate method for pregnancy termination in this disease.…”
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Emerging Applications of Nanotechnology in Dentistry by Shiza Malik, Yasir Waheed

“…The results summarize the descriptive analyses of the uses of nanodentistry within orthodontics, preventive dentistry, prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, periodontics, dental surgeries, dental restoration technologies, and other areas of dentistry. …”
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Estimation of Tibiofemoral Joint Contact Forces Using Foot Loads during Continuous Passive Motions by Yunlong Yang, Huixuan Huang, Junlong Guo, Fei Yu, Yufeng Yao

“…Continuous passive motion (CPM) machines are commonly used after various knee surgeries, but information on tibiofemoral forces (TFFs) during CPM cycles is limited. …”
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Variations in medical practice of retinopathy of prematurity among 8 Asian countries from an international survey by Young-Ah Youn, Sae Yun Kim, Su Jin Cho, Yun Sil Chang, Fuyu Miyake, Satoshi Kusuda, Adhi Teguh Perma Iskandar, Rinawati Rohsiswatmo, Rizalya Dewi, Seok Chiong Chee, Siew Hong Neoh, Ma. Lourdes S. Imperial, Belen Amparo E. Velasco, Bin Huey Quek, Yuh-Jyh Lin, Jui-Hsing Chang, Pracha Nuntnarumit, Sopapan Ngerncham, Sarayut Supapannachart, Yuri Ozawa, Seiichi Tomotaki, Chatchay Prempunpong, Pathaporn Prempraphan, Tetsuya Isayama

“…Both laser photocoagulation and anti-vascular endothelial growth factor injection are performed for treatment and, vitreous surgeries are conducted less frequently in all countries. …”
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Macular Ganglion Cell Complex and Peripapillary Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thinning in Patients with Type-1 Gaucher Disease by Yishay Weill, Ari Zimran, David Zadok, Lauren M. Wasser, Shoshana Revel-Vilk, Joel Hanhart, Tama Dinur, David Arkadir, Michal Becker-Cohen

“…Patients with a known neurodegenerative disease, glaucoma, high myopia and previous intraocular surgeries were excluded. It was shown that patients with GD1 presented with higher incidence of abnormal pRNFL OCT scan and showed significantly thinner areas of pRNFL and macular ganglion cell complex (GCC) when compared to a healthy control population. …”
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A Comparison Between Ondansetron and Dexamethasone In The Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting After Elective Overioctomy (oophorectomy) by layla Khalil Ibrahim

“… Background: Laparoscopic surgeries are associated with an appreciable high rate of post-operative nausea and vomiting, there is a trial to compare the effect of two drugs to minimize it. …”
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Dural arteriovenous fistula and sinus thrombosis presenting as parkinsonism and dementia: a case report with literature review by Ranran Tu, Qihua Chen, Lixia Qin, Lixia Qin

“…Known potential triggers for DAVF include cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), trauma, ear infections, and cranial surgeries. Due to its rarity and diverse clinical presentations, diagnosing DAVF can be a challenge.Case descriptionWe present a case of DAVF associated with CVST, manifesting as rapidly advancing parkinsonism accompanied by dementia over a month. …”
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Biomimetic design and fabrication of PEEK and PEEK/CF cage with minimal surface structures by fused filament fabrication by Hao Zhang, Zhengchuan Guo, Zihui Zhang, Guozhi Wu, Lin Sang

“…The interbody fusion cages are critical implants in spinal fusion surgeries, which stabilize the spine and treat pains resulting from degenerative disc disease. …”
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S. AUREUS IS ASSOCIATED WITH A GREATER NEED FOR REOPERATION IN SEPTIC ARTHRITIS OF THE KNEE by LUCAS SAADE FERNANDES, ALEXANDRE JOJI YAGI, ALFREDO DOS SANTOS NETTO, MAURO JOSÉ SALLES, VICTOR MARQUES DE OLIVEIRA, RICARDO DE PAULA LEITE CURY

“…Staphylococcus aureus infection is associated with a 6 times greater chance of additional surgeries. /Level of Evidence IV, Case Series.…”
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Comparative Study of Intra-articular Dexmedetomidine Versus Ketamine as an Adjuvant Analgesic after Arthroscopy by Dr. Bhaarat S. Maheshwari, Dr. Ronakkumar Patel

“…Background: The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the analgesic effect and safety of intraarticular Dexmedetomidine versus Ketamine in patients undergoing knee arthroscopic surgeries. Material and Methods: A total of 100 patients were allocated into two equal groups (n= 50 in each group) using random numbers, in an allocation ratio of 1:1. …”
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Proximal Perineural Femoral Nerve Injection in Pigs Using an Ultrasound-Guided Lateral Subiliac Approach—A Cadaveric Study by Robert Trujanovic, Pablo E. Otero, Peter Marhofer, Ulrike Auer, Silvio Kau

“…Desensitizing the femoral nerve (FN) improves pain control in several species undergoing pelvic limb surgeries. Despite its advantages, this method has not yet been described in pigs, although they make an accepted surgical animal model. …”
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Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome in Children with Down Syndrome: A Pilot Case-Control Study by Fumiko Okazaki, Hiroyuki Wakiguchi, Yuno Korenaga, Kazumasa Takahashi, Hiroki Yasudo, Ken Fukuda, Mototsugu Shimokawa, Shunji Hasegawa

“…Therefore, an amino acid-based formula should be considered for children who undergo gastrointestinal surgeries, especially colostomy in neonates or early infants. …”
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Silk Fibroin-Based Biomaterials for Hemostatic Applications by Md. Tipu Sultan, Heesun Hong, Ok Joo Lee, Olatunji Ajiteru, Young Jin Lee, Ji Seung Lee, Hanna Lee, Soon Hee Kim, Chan Hum Park

“…Uncontrolled hemorrhage is the primary cause of death during surgeries, and effective blood loss control can significantly reduce mortality. …”
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Rare Diagnosis of Familial Partial Lipodystrophy in a Patient With Life-Threatening Pancreatitis due to Hypertriglyceridemia by Chukwuka Akamnonu, MD, Masako Ueda, MD, Ankit Shah, MD

“…Case Report: This case describes a 32-year-old patient with recurrent pancreatitis who developed complications requiring multiple surgeries, fistulas, ostomy, and parenteral feeding. …”
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Reconstruction of Partial Vermilion Defects with Mucosal Transposition Flap by Süleyman Taş

“…Following the trauma and cancer surgeries, vermilion reconstruction is needed and it needs experienced and meticulous procedures. …”
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