Irish journal of medical science
-
This cross-sectional study sought to establish the prevalence of homelessness amongst inpatients in two psychiatric units in Ireland and explore the perceived relationship between psychiatric illness and homelessness. ⋯ Homelessness affects a significant number of psychiatric patients and can be both a contributory factor to, and consequence of, mental illness. With homelessness at unprecedented levels, there is a need for the development of tailored programmes aimed at supporting these vulnerable groups.
-
This study aimed to investigate the correlation of sirtuin2 (SIRT2) with clinical characteristics, prognosis in endometrial cancer (EC) patients, and its effect on chemosensitivity in EC cell lines. ⋯ SIRT2 correlates with lymph node metastasis, increased FIGO stage, worse OS, and reduced chemosensitivity to cisplatin and paclitaxel in EC.
-
Postgraduate medical training incorporates education, both formal and informal, combined with clinical service. This study explored the early training experience of pediatricians in Ireland and its potential impact on patient safety. ⋯ Through a process designed to focus on exploring patient safety, it emerged that the registrar plays a crucial role in the working experience of their junior colleagues. The influence of the registrar needs to be recognized within clinical teams and by postgraduate training bodies.
-
Gastric cancer is a common malignant tumor with an increasing death rate. MicroRNA can serve as a promising biomarker for the progression and prognosis of various cancers. ⋯ miR-3178 may be involved in the progression of gastric cancer, which provides new insights into the treatment of gastric cancer.
-
Observational Study
Subjective symptoms and their association with psychiatric symptoms 3 months after ICU discharge: sub-analysis of a single-center prospective observational study.
Despite a growing volume of literature on post-intensive care syndrome, we know little about how subjective symptoms affect intensive care unit survivors in the long term. ⋯ The presence of subjective symptoms is associated with worse psychiatric symptoms (post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and depression) at 3 months after ICU discharge. We found insomnia was particularly strongly associated with psychiatric symptoms in our study group.