The value of preoperative RDW for post-pancreatectomy haemorrhage and surgical prognosis in patients with pancreatic cancer: a retrospective study by Ting Niu, Yueying Wang, Liangliang Lu, Jialin Li, Tianhua Cheng, Yuanqiang Dai

“…On the basis of our previous attention to red blood cell distribution width (RDW), this study aimed to investigate the correlation between RDW and the prognosis of pancreatic cancer patients. Methods Patients who underwent elective radical resection of pancreatic tumors from January 2017 to June 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. …”
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WRITER'S CRAMP: A HISTORICAL REVIEW by O. A. Shavlovskaya

“…Directions in the study of causes of muscular dystonia (WC) are provided: genetic and neurophysiological examination (transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), evoked motor potential (EMP)), neuroimaging techniques (functional MRI, positron emission tomography, PET, a method of threedimensional video analysis of movement.…”
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Diastolic stress test in the preoperative non-cardiac surgery examination by O. N. Dzhioeva, O. M. Drapkina

“…The prospects of using this method before non-cardiac surgery in patients with preserved left ventricular ejection fraction is discussed in this article.…”
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A study on the role of influence group in public policy making by Abbas Monavarian, Mojtaba Amiri, Narges Sadat Razavimehr

“…This research, from practical research purpose and method view, is a descriptive research and survey branch. …”
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Transtracheal ultrasonography versus endtidal capnography in rapid confirmation of endotracheal tube placement by Shruthi Rioniz, Nischala Dixit, Preethi Rioniz, Thomas T Vellapally, Nayanthara Joachim, Siddhanth Suresh

“…Materials and Methods: Consenting adult patients posted for elective surgeries under general anesthesia were recruited over a period of 18 months. …”
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Foreword by Lynden Griggs

“…The course combines unique, participatory experiential methods with doctrinal and theoretical learning, peer-to-peer learning, and personal critical reflection. …”
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Comparison of the effects of self-selected music and prefixed music on preoperative anxiety in adults undergoing laparoscopic surgery by K. V Meghana, Pratiti Choudhuri, Amita Gupta, Anju Gupta

“…This study was performed to compare SS and PF music in anxiety reduction in patients undergoing elective laparoscopic surgery. Methods: In this prospective study, 90 adults of the American Society of Anesthesiologists grade 1–2, either sex, aged 18–65 years were randomized into three groups, SS, PF music, and control (C), and offered music using headphones 20 min before surgery. …”
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The Relationship Between Fear of Childbirth and Caesarean Section: A Critical Review by Guldane Kaya

“…This study aims to assess if the literature suggests any association between fear of childbirth and giving birth by caesarean section delivery (elective or emergency) among multiparous and primiparous women.Methods: A critical literature review with a systematic approach using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (PRISMA) of EMBASE, MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and CINAHL databases were identified with peer-reviewed, qualitative studies published between January 2007 and December 2022. …”
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Bispectral index and cerebral oximetry in low-flow and high-flow rate anaesthesia during laparoscopic cholecystectomy – a randomized controlled trial by Jacek Kupisiak, Robert Goch, Wojciech Polenceusz, Robert Szyca, Krzysztof Leksowski

“…Nevertheless, the reduction ofthe delivery of fresh gases should not influence the quality and safety of the anaesthesia. Material and methods: A total of 105 elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy patients were included in the study. …”
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Impact of laparoscopic surgeries on optic nerve sheath diameter (ONSD) in children by Mohsina Yasmeen, Sumaiya Sabreen, Akshay Bettanayaka, Saraswathi Nagappa

“…Methods: In this prospective observational study, 23 pediatric patients aged between 5 and 16 years, undergoing elective laparoscopic procedures under general anesthesia, were included. …”
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education, students; informatization; information and communication technologies (ICT); physical culture, competencies by Yu. Zhuravleva, M. Katrenko

“…Analysis of literary sources, survey, questioning, method of mathematical data processing, the scientific works of domestic scientists, legislative materials affecting the development of digital competence of teachers in the context of digital transformation of education were analyzed; the need to develop ICT skills among teachers is substantiated, since innovative processes predetermine fundamental changes and increase the requirements not only for the system of training specialists, but also for the skills of the teacher, for his individual level of mastering ICT; the position of the teacher is determined as a carrier of knowledge that he shares with students and as a conductor capable of using ICT tools in the educational process, including the skills of searching, exchanging information, communication; the directions of application of information and communication technologies in the field of physical culture are considered, on the example of the implementation of additional practical classes in the online format; the main reasons for the lack of digital competence of teachers are established, as well as possible ways to solve this problem; groups of software tools are allocated to perform specific tasks of distance learning; author's developments for the implementation of elective disciplines in physical culture and sports in remote access are proposed; empirical research methods were applied, which made it possible to assess the state of the problem. …”
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Intra-incisional injection of magnesium sulfate for post cesarean pain management by Zay Nsaif Jasim, Maryam Bakir Mahmood

“…Conclusions: Subcutaneous administration of magnesium sulfate in post cesarean section pain management can be used as a successful modality or method for pain management. …”
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Psychological conditions for the development of the communicative culture of students by Elena V. Goverdovskaya, Anna M. Dokhoyan, Ekaterina A. Tatarintseva

“…The authors conduct an empirical study using qualitative and quantitative data analysis methods and emphasize the role of elective courses, programs, and specialized disciplines as a psychological condition for the development of students’ communicative culture. …”
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Efficacy of Nalbuphine with Flurbiprofen on Multimodal Analgesia with Transverse Abdominis Plane Block in Elderly Patients Undergoing Open Gastrointestinal Surgery: A Randomized, C... by Yu Mao, Yuanyuan Cao, Bin Mei, Lijian Chen, Xuesheng Liu, Zhi Zhang, Erwei Gu

“…To assess different doses of nalbuphine with flurbiprofen compared to sufentanil with flurbiprofen in multimodal analgesia efficacy for elderly patients undergoing gastrointestinal surgery with a transverse abdominis plane block (TAPB). Methods. 158 elderly patients scheduling for elective open gastrointestinal surgery under general anesthesia and TAPB were randomly assigned to four groups according to different doses of nalbuphine with flurbiprofen in postoperative intravenous analgesia (PCIA). …”
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A randomized double blind comparative study of dexmedetomidine with midazolam for intranasal premedication in children undergoing ophtalmic surgery. by D. Singla, G. Chaudhry, J. Dureja, M. Mangla

“…Materials and Methods 60 Children aged 3 to 10 years, American society of anaesthesia (ASA) class I or II posted for elective ophthalmic surgery under general anaesthesia were ran- domly allocated into two groups (group D and L). …”
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Effects of Stepwise Carbetocin Administration on Postpartum Hemorrhage after Prelabor Cesarean Delivery by Punyaniti Buppawong, Tripop Lertbunnaphong, Pattarawan Limsiri, Anisa Phetses, Patchareya Nivatpumin, Namtip Triyasunant

“… Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of stepwise administration of carbetocin in reducing postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in term pregnancies undergoing elective cesarean delivery. Materials and Methods: This study included term pregnancies scheduled for cesarean delivery. …”
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Global Health Education in UK Medical Schools (GHEMS) study protocol by Soham Bandyopadhyay, Thomas Shortland, Shavinthi W Wadanamby, Hannah S Thomas, Binay Gurung, Melika Akhbari, Isobel Trout, Rashida Patel, Karisma Sharma, J Edward Fitzgerald, Adrian D Smith

“…This multicentre study aims to delineate the breadth of global health teaching during undergraduate and graduate entry medical training across UK medical schools. # Methods This national, multi-centre study will involve obtaining timetables containing details of all medical teaching provided at undergraduate and/or graduate entry level at UK medical schools for the academic year 2018/2019. …”
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Performing diagnostic radial access coronary angiography on uninterrupted direct oral anticoagulant therapy: a prospective analysis by Napohn Chongprasertpon, Samer Arnous, Thomas John Kiernan, Aiste Zebrauskaite, John Joseph Coughlan, Abdalla Ibrahim, Terence Hennessy

“…It has been hypothesised that uninterrupted direct oral anticoagulant therapy would increase haemorrhagic and access site complications, however data in this area is limited.Methods This was a prospective observational analysis of 49 patients undergoing elective diagnostic coronary angiography while receiving uninterrupted anticoagulation with direct oral anticoagulants. …”
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Predictors of early initiation of breastfeeding in women who give birth in Sri Lankan hospitals: A cross-sectional assessment of socio-demographic and clinical measures. by Laavanya Lokeesan, Elizabeth Martin, Yvette D Miller

“…Identifying the significant predictors of early initiation of breastfeeding in Sri Lankan women may influence the Sri Lankan health system to review and renew policies and practices to support women who are at risk of delayed initiation of breastfeeding.<h4>Methods</h4>A cross-sectional survey was conducted with women who had a live baby across selected hospitals in Sri Lanka. …”
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Correlation of end-tidal carbon dioxide with transthoracic echocardiography derived cardiac output for the assessment of fluid responsiveness: A prospective observational study by S Keerthi Raj, Debendra K. Tripathy, Praveen Talawar, Deepak Singla

“…So, our study aimed to study the correlation between end-tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2) and transthoracic echocardiography-derived cardiac output for assessing fluid responsiveness in patients undergoing elective surgery under general anesthesia. Material and Methods: Patients who underwent elective lower abdominal or lower limb surgeries in a supine position under general anesthesia with positive pressure ventilation were included in this study. …”
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