Irish journal of medical science
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Migration due to environmental factors is an international crisis affecting many nations globally. Pregnant people are a vulnerable subgroup of migrants. ⋯ Maternity healthcare providers are likely to provide care for environmental migrants over the coming years. Environmental disasters and migration as individual factors have complex effects on perinatal health, and environmental migrants may be at risk of specific perinatal complications. Obstetricians and maternity healthcare workers should be aware of these challenges and appreciate the individualised and specialised care that these patients require.
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Observational Study
Estimation of z-scores of cardiac structures in healthy children in Southeast Nigeria.
The z-scoring system shows the mean deviation of cardiac dimensions from age-specific population. The use of the European-based z-score studies has resulted in misdiagnosis and late treatment of Nigerian children with heart diseases leading to increased mortality and morbidity. ⋯ Z-scores of cardiac structures and function are derived from children in this locale. These values were similar to that of Detroit values except for the mitral valve and left pulmonary artery.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Cognitive-behavioral stress management program reduces postoperative psychological pressure and improves life quality in prostate cancer patients.
Cognitive-behavioral stress management (CBSM) improves mental status and quality of life (QoL) in cancer patients, while its impact on prostate cancer (PC) patients remains unknown. Thus, the study aimed at investigating the potency of CBSM program in ameliorating postoperative anxiety, depression, and QoL in PC patients. ⋯ CBSM serves as an effective caring program in relieving anxiety and depression as well as improving the QoL in postoperative PC patients.
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Cognitive behavioral stress management is an effective intervention to relieve anxiety and depression, improve the quality of life in patients with cervical cancer.
Cognitive behavioral stress management (CBSM) modifies individuals' maladaptive cognition and improves their ability in managing stress. The present study was to inquire about the utility of CBSM in mental health and quality of life in patients with cervical cancer. ⋯ CBSM is an effective intervention for decreasing anxiety and depression, and improving quality of life in patients with cervical cancer.
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Acute abdominal pain in paediatric patients is a common presentation to the Emergency Department (ED). The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the health care sector leading to a decline in hospital attendance. ⋯ The COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on the presentation, investigations and admission rates of abdominal pain in the ED. Our study highlights the need for increased awareness of severe abdominal pain signs and symptoms in paediatric patients and importance for diagnostic accuracy. Improving patient flow through the ED and having clear guidelines for staff and parents can optimise clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.