Niger J Clin Pract
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Nowadays, the increasing importance of mother-infant contact, the significant impact of mother and baby's sleep quality, and the positive effects on breastfeeding are factors that make breastfeeding sleep important. ⋯ The literature is very limited in assessing the effects of breastsleeping on mothers' sleep quality and attachment. This study found that breastsleeping did not affect maternal sleep quality and attachment.
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Deep-lobe tumors have been shown to possess a significantly thicker capsule with less tumor penetration compared to superficial tumors. Thus, more conservative surgical approaches, rather than aggressive methods, have been proposed for treating benign deep-lobe tumors of the parotid gland. ⋯ SDLP may facilitate the safe surgical removal of benign lesions located in the deep lobe of the parotid gland, with oncological safety, reduced complication rates, and improved cosmetic outcomes.
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Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) is the most common gastrointestinal malignancy in Nigeria with a dismal 5-year survival rate. Interactions between the CD8+ T-lymphocytes and the immune checkpoints such as cytotoxic T-lymphocyte antigen-4 (CTLA-4) and programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) expressions are important. Novel antibodies have been developed against these immune checkpoints and have been found to improve clinical outcome in many solid organ malignancies. ⋯ PD-L1 expression in CRC was low (5.6%) and showed strong associations with higher tumor grades (P < 0.013), right-sided tumors (P < 0.002), and rectal cancer. There was no association with age, tumor stage, and lymph node status.
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This study investigates the association between the presence of diverticula in the colon and esophagus and the occurrence of hiatal hernia, seeking to understand potential shared pathophysiological underpinnings and risk factors. ⋯ The study demonstrates a notable association between hiatal hernias and the presence of both colonic and esophageal diverticula, suggesting common pathophysiological processes. These findings highlight the need for further research into shared risk factors and mechanisms underlying these conditions, potentially guiding improved management strategies for affected patients.
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As global migration rises, dental professionals must be prepared to treat refugee communities' particular oral health needs, emphasizing the need of education and training in readiness to treat these underserved groups. ⋯ The DPH field study course positively influenced students' knowledge, experience, and willingness to provide care for refugee patients. Moreover, volunteering to participate in oral health care programs was positively correlated with a professional satisfaction and female gender. Further research involving a larger and more diverse group of students from different faculties is recommended to validate these findings.