17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (189+ words) Syphilitic tonsillitis is an uncommon manifestation of Treponema pallidum infection that may present with nonspecific oropharyngeal symptoms and mimic other infectious or neoplastic processes. We report a case of a 30-year-old man who presented with a two-month history of sore…...

17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (236+ words) Prostate cancer is one of the most common malignancies among men worldwide, and its incidence is also significant in Ecuador. This disease can present marked biological heterogeneity, particularly in advanced stages, such as metastatic and castration-resistant prostate cancer, which may…...

4+ hour, 24+ min ago  (248+ words) Penile cutaneous necrosis is an uncommon but severe clinical condition that may result from necrotizing infections, vascular compromise, or complications related to cosmetic procedures. The subcutaneous injection of non-medical modeling substances has been associated with chronic inflammatory reactions, fibrosis, and…...

1+ hour, 34+ min ago  (351+ words) People with common mental disorders often take recurrent sick leave and experience difficulty sustaining employment, highlighting the need for practical models linking clinical care to workplace support. The Employment Support Program in Cooperation With the Public Employment Service (ESPCP) is…...

3+ hour, 29+ min ago  (203+ words) Naltrexone is a competitive opioid receptor antagonist that is FDA-approved for the treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders. It is also used as an off-label treatment for a plethora of conditions spanning multiple specialties, including multiple sclerosis, chronic pain,…...

8+ hour, 33+ min ago  (264+ words) Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity, is generally well tolerated but can be associated with gastrointestinal adverse effects and, rarely, pancreatitis. As its use grows, clinicians must remain aware of potential…...

17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (160+ words) Inferior pole patella fractures are challenging to treat due to small, comminuted fragments and the high tensile forces generated by the extensor mechanism. Conventional surgical fixation techniques are associated with implant irritation, migration, hardware failure, and the need for secondary…...

17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (275+ words) Objectives: To present a sinus lift-before-extraction staged approach for maxillary sinus augmentation in patients with posterior maxillary teeth of poor or hopeless prognosis. In this protocol, lateral sinus augmentation is performed before tooth extraction and implant placement to increase available…...

17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (333+ words) Background: This study aimed to investigate obstetricians' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding oral health care for pregnant women in Bangladesh. Obstetricians are crucial collaborators with dental surgeons to address oral problems during pregnancy and ensure safe, optimal care. Methods: A…...

17+ hour, 38+ min ago  (162+ words) Although laparoscopic'banded Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (B-RYGB) has been adopted in bariatric surgery to enhance long-term weight loss outcomes and reduce pouch dilation, cranial slippage (herniation) of the alimentary limb through a non-slipped MiniMizer gastric ring (Bariatric Solutions International GmbH,'Stein…...