Management and outcomes of patients with obstructive jaundice from pancreatobiliary diseases in Rwanda by Zainab Ingabire, Aberra B. Hanna, Emile Sebera, Janvier Murayire, Gamal S. Mohamed, Eric Rutaganda, Felicien Shikama, Marie Solange Mukanumviye, Dyna Nyampinga, Innocenti Dadamessi, Kulwinder Dua, Redae Berhane

“…Abstract Background Obstructive jaundice from pancreatobiliary diseases represents a significant global health challenge, particularly in resource-limited settings like Rwanda. …”
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Balloon Dilatation of Esophageal Strictures in Children With Bullous Epidermolysis: Description of Case Series by A. V. Tupylenko, M. M. Lohmatov, N. N. Murashkin, E. Y. Dyakonova, I. V. Filinov, S. A. Maksimova, R. V. Epishev, I. A. Surkova, T. N. Budkina, V. I. Oldakovsky

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Ileal obstruction caused by an intact “Shine Muscat” grape: a case report by Kuanyong Yu, Wenjun Feng, Guanghui Qiang, Chuanyang Cao, Liyang Liu, Zhenling Ji

“…IntroductionThis case report presents a rare instance of small-bowel obstruction (SBO) caused by an intact “Shine Muscat” grape, highlighting the importance of considering unusual foreign bodies in the differential diagnosis of SBO, especially in the elderly.Case descriptionAn 87-year-old edentulous female presented with a 2-day history of abdominal pain, bloating, vomiting, and constipation. …”
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Adherence to Treatment among Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Erbil City by Dler Hamad Ismael, Sarhang Qadir Ibrahim, Chnar Salahaddin Qadir

“… Background : Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is now widely recognized as a major global public health problem. …”
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Inflammatory Markers in Determining the Severity of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in Hospitalized Patients by Akshatha P Kumar, BL Shashibhushan, J Mohan

“…Aims and background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is said to be a heterogeneous lung condition which is characterized by chronic respiratory symptoms that are caused due to abnormalities of the airways and/or alveoli. …”
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Medication use of Canadians with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a cohort study by Mohit Bhutani, Michael K Stickland, Tyler Williamson, Lawrence Richer, Heather Sharpe, Brandie L Walker, Karen J B Martins, Ngoc Khanh Vu, Solmaz Bohlouli, Scott W Klarenbach

“…Objectives The objectives of this study were to describe medication use, treatment patterns and adherence, as well as acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) among adults living with COPD.Methods A retrospective observational study using administrative data (linked by unique person-level personal health numbers) between 1 April 2007 and 31 March 2018 from Alberta, Canada was performed. …”
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Tips and Tricks in the Laparoscopic Treatment of Type I Duodenal Atresia: Description of a Technique by Salvatore Fabio Chiarenza, Maria Luisa Conighi, Valeria Bucci, Cosimo Bleve

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Clinical case of myocardial infarction without coronary artery obstruction in a young patient by I. S. Grishin, N. I. Maksimov

“…Myocardial infarction without coronary artery obstruction, according to Russian authors, occurs from 4.1 to 10.3% of cases of all myocardial infarctions. …”
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Takotsubo syndrome with transient obstruction of the left ventricle outflow tract: A case report by Dmitrii S. Maznev, Dmitrii S. Evdokimov, Ekaterina D. Evdokimova

“…The disease was complicated by the development of cardiogenic shock (CGS) and transient obstruction of the left ventricular outflow tract (LVOTO), which reportedly occurs in about 25% of the patients. …”
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Awareness and barriers of adherence to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease guidelines among respiratory therapists by Nowaf Y. Alobaidi, Abdulelah M. Aldhahir, Ahmed H. Alasimi, Mohammed A. Almeshari, Ali Altoraibili, Aqeel Al-Abdulsalam, Ahmed Almoraihel, Thamer Alabbad, Elyas Alanazi, Rayan A. Siraj, Jaber S. Alqahtani

“…BACKGROUND: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) significantly contributes to global morbidity and mortality. …”
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Practice, self-confidence and understanding of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea survey among pediatricians by Kantara Saelim, Monthida Uthairat, Kanokpan Ruangnapa, Pharsai Prasertsan, Wanaporn Anuntaseree

“…Pediatricians play an important role in the screening, diagnosis and management of childhood obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This study used a questionnaire to explore the knowledge, self-confidence and general practices of childhood OSA among Thai pediatricians. …”
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Indications and outcomes of paediatric tracheotomy: a descriptive study using a Japanese claims database by Koji Kawakami, Kayoko Mizuno, Masato Takeuchi, Yo Kishimoto, Koichi Omori

“…Objective To examine the incidence of and indications for paediatric tracheotomy to clarify the disease burden relevant to tracheotomy in a population-based context.Design A descriptive analysis of a retrospective cohort.Setting This study utilised a nationwide claims database in Japan constructed by JMDC (Tokyo, Japan). …”
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The respiratory system biomechanical homeostasis and its maintenance mechanisms in normal conditions and at obstructive pulmonary diseases by A. I. Karzilov

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Association and risk factors analysis of FeNO and CRP in bronchial asthma combined with obstructive sleep apnea by Zhao Yan, Wang Peng Fei, Wang Nai Zhu

“…Bronchial asthma (BA) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are chronic disorders of the respiratory system; both diseases are widespread and can cause a decrease in the quality of life. …”
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Impact of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease on Psychological Aspects of Patients Quality of Life in Erbil City by Saadia A. Khther, Dler H. Ismael

“…Methodology: A descriptive correlation study was conducted in both Hawler and Rizgary Teaching Hospitals in Erbil city Kurdistan region in 2014 , non-probability (purposive sample) was selected among 200 chronic obstructive pulmonary disease patients according criteria of the study. …”
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Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) in Biomass Smoke-Associated Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease by Juan Silva-Gallardo, Raúl H. Sansores, Alejandra Ramírez-Venegas, Robinson E. Robles Hernández, Gustavo I. Centeno-Saenz, Rafael J. Hernández-Zenteno

“…Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a disease characterized by local and systemic inflammation independently of the risk factor; during the exacerbations, such inflammation is accentuated and amplified. …”
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A descriptive analysis of rural seniors with femur and pelvis fractures and the impact of morphine milliequivalents on inpatient rehabilitation by Rabah Boukemis, Robert Jackson, Erin Shaver, Ransom Chafin, Chris Fitzpatrick, Adam M. Franks, Courtney D. Wellman

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Acute Coronary Syndrome in Patients With 2 Type Diabetes Mellitus (Review of Literature; Description of the Clinical Case) by Bilous Z., Abrahamovych О., Mazur N., Ryabokon S., Ilenkiv N., Bevza N.

“…The main mechanisms of vascular lesions in patients with diabetes mellitus: mechanical obstruction (atherosclerotic plaque), dynamic obstruction (spasm of normal or atherosclerotically changed arteries), microvascular dysfunction. …”
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The Criminal Law Counteraction to Obstruction of Mobilization in Ukraine: Current Challenges and Solutions in the Context of the Russian-Ukrainian War by Yevhen Pysmenskyy

“…Research has revealed some positives and flaws concerning the description of the formulation and content of the charge; the determination of the motives for the criminal offence; the characterization of the person accused; the results of the case based on the charge; and the correctness of qualifying the actions of persons who obstruct mobilisation or otherwise facilitate evasion of military duty under Article 114–1 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. …”
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A Survey of Physicians’ Knowledge and Practices Towards Oral Appliance Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment by Chaniporn Ananwattananon, Supatchai Boonpratham, Yodhathai Satravaha, Chaiyapol Chaweewannakorn, Supakit Peanchitlertkajorn

“…Background: Oral appliance therapy (OAT) is an effective treatment alternative for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Understanding physicians’ knowledge and practices regarding OAT is crucial for improving OSA treatment, particularly in Southeast Asia, where there is limited research on this topic. …”
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