Pak J Med Sci
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To compare the outcomes of modified extended right lobe graft (MERLG) and modified right lobe graft (MRLG) in living-donor liver transplantation (LDLT). ⋯ With appropriate technical expertise, MERLGs are technically safe and feasible in LDLT donors without any added risks. MERLGs also yielded better outcomes in sick recipients.
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To evaluate the effects of CT to improve HbA1C and ABI among the T2DM-associated PAD population. ⋯ CT showed a two-fold improvement in glycemic control and arterial blood flow than AT group, which represents that CT is an effective therapeutic approach for T2DM-associated Fontain's stage IIa PAD rehabilitation.
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To compare the clinical effects of applying a 3D-printed ACT titanium trabecular intervertebral fusion cage and a Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) cage in posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF). ⋯ Applying a 3D-printed ACT titanium trabecular intervertebral fusion cage or PEEK cage in PLIF has the potential to improve clinical symptoms of patients with degenerative lumbar diseases, and restore the Cobb angle and intervertebral height. 3D-printed ACT titanium trabecular intervertebral fusion cage can accelerate intervertebral fusion without increasing operation related complications.
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This laboratory study evaluated the effect of Salvadora persica (S. persica) root extracts and Chlorhexidine Digluconate (CHX) on the antibacterial and surface hardness properties of glass ionomer cement (GIC). ⋯ Considering the outcome of this in vitro study, it can be concluded that the addition of 3 wt% GIC-SPEE increased the surface hardness and antibacterial activity against Streptococcus mutans.
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This study aimed to assess the clinical effect of video-assisted thoracoscopic precise positioning reduction and internal fixation and thoracotomy reduction and internal fixation in the therapy of multiple rib fractures. ⋯ Compared with thoracotomy reduction and internal fixation, video-assisted thoracoscopic accurate positioning and internal fixation in treating patients with multiple rib fractures had a short treatment time, obvious advantages, and strong feasibility.