Croatian medical journal
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Croatian medical journal · Apr 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyComparison of peritonsillar infiltration effects of ketamine and tramadol on post tonsillectomy pain: a double-blinded randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial.
To assess the effect of peritonsillar infiltration of ketamine and tramadol on post tonsillectomy pain and compare the side effects. ⋯ Preoperative peritonsillar infiltration of tramadol can decrease post-tonsillectomy pain, analgesic consumption, and the time to recovery without significant side effects.
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Croatian medical journal · Apr 2012
Comparative StudyIncidence and mortality trends of gastric and colorectal cancers in Croatia, 1988-2008.
To estimate the incidence and mortality trends of gastric and colorectal cancers in Croatia between 1988 and 2008. ⋯ The incidence and mortality trends of gastric cancer in Croatia are similar to other European countries, while the still increasing colorectal cancer mortality calls for more efficient prevention and treatment.
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Croatian medical journal · Apr 2012
Comparative StudyIncidence and mortality trends of leukemia and lymphoma in Croatia, 1988-2009.
To investigate the time trends of leukemia and lymphoma in Croatia from 1988-2009, compare them with trends in other populations, and identify possible changes. ⋯ While Croatia had similar leukemia and lymphoma incidence trends as the other countries, the mortality trends were less favorable than in Western Europe. The lack of declines of leukemia incidence and non-Hodgkin lymphoma mortality could be attributed to late introduction of optimal therapies. As currently the most up-to-date diagnostics and treatments are available and covered by health insurance, we expect more favorable trends in the future.