Irish journal of medical science
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The prevention of locoregional recurrence (LRR) is crucial in breast cancer, as it translates directly into reduced breast cancer-related death. Breast cancer is subclassified into distinct intrinsic biological subtypes with varying clinical outcomes. ⋯ TNBC and HER2 subtypes are associated with the highest risk of LRR. Multidisciplinary team discussions should consider these findings to optimize locoregional control following breast cancer surgery.
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Although early mobilization is associated with improved outcomes in postoperative cardiac patients, implementation of early mobilization in elderly patients is still a challenge. ⋯ Our study's findings suggest that early mobilization and functional exercises enhanced balance, functionality, and life quality for older cardiac patients.
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Ireland's Mental Health Bill 2024 proposes the most significant revision of mental health legislation since the Mental Health Act 2001. ⋯ The 2024 Bill proposes useful changes but requires revision, especially for involuntary patients who lack decision-making capacity and decline care, for whom the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 does not (and was not designed to) provide solutions. Relying on a convoluted combination of the 2015 Act, Circuit Court and High Court would be legally impossible, clinically impracticable and de facto denial of the rights of people with serious mental illness and their families. The final Act can accord with principles of the 2015 Act without relying on its provisions and should benefit patients and support staff in delivering mental health care that is essential and often life-saving.