Scot Med J
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The Nintendo Wii is now the world's most popular home games console owing to its simple interface and replication of sports activities. Although safety advice is provided by the manufacturer, a number of injuries have previously been described. ⋯ His condition spontaneously resolved with rest and conservative measures. His presentation represents significant muscle injury through the use of this games console and the replication of sporting activities; physicians should be aware of the variety of musculoskeletal presentations such use of these devices can produce.
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With recent 'working-time'-related changes to surgical training structure, the value of dedicated research during surgical training has been questioned. Online survey examining career and academic outcomes following a period of surgically related dedicated research at a Scottish University between 1972 and 2007. Of 58 individuals identified, contact details were available for 49 and 43 (88%) responded. ⋯ Eighty-one percent (n = 35) thought that research was necessary for career progression, but only 42% (n = 18) felt research should be integral to training. In conclusion, the majority of surgical trainees completing a dedicated research period, published papers and continued to pursue a surgical career with a research interest. A period of dedicated research was thought necessary for career progression, but few thought dedicated research should be integral to surgical training.
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In this short essay we will discuss the possible diseases of King Richard III according to the descriptions in Shakespeare's plays King Richard III and Henry VI. Furthermore, it is shown that the description of the defeated enemy as physically and mentally deformed is part of a long tradition which has its roots in Ancient Greece.
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In 2002 it was highlighted that sledging results in serious injuries in the paediatric population and safety recommendations were made. The aim of this study was to re-examine the number, severity and aetiology of sledging-related trauma. This was a retrospective study performed in the Paediatric Emergency Department (PED) of the Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital (RACH) during two periods totalling 12 days, when there was continuous snow ground cover. ⋯ No patients were wearing a helmet. In conclusion, there has been little change in the epidemiology and aetiology of paediatric sledging injuries since 2002. Work is needed to inform parents of the previously recommended safety measures that could reduce the morbidity of this activity without detracting from the enjoyment.
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The Scottish Liver Transplant Unit (SLTU) opened in 1992 and has now performed over 900 liver transplants. During this time there have been major changes in both organ donation and transplantation. Currently liver transplantation is restricted by limited organ supply. ⋯ Major changes are currently underway in organ donation organization, and there is continuing refinement of organ treatment and storage. A number of measures to maintain and improve organ preservation and function are currently being evaluated in clinical trials, and cell therapy holds significant potential for the future. Scotland has a rising need for liver transplantation and the SLTU continues to provide high-quality care and to be at the forefront of the latest advances in organ transplantation.