What are the effects of surgeries on organs and artificial tissues? Artificial organs are bioengineered devices or tissues that scientists create and integrate into the human body to replace, duplicate, or augment functional, naturally occurring organs [1]. They pose a solution to organ donor shortages, and can also be used as medical training tools [2]. […]
Exploring Patient Barriers to Adherence with Anticoagulation Therapy Post Hospital Discharge with Atrial Fibrillation Diagnosis Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common cardiac arrhythmia that affects millions of people worldwide. It is associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart failure, and mortality. Anticoagulation therapy is the mainstay of treatment for preventing thromboembolic complications in patients […]
Biomedical screening in diagnosing endometriosis is a relatively new idea. Endometriosis usually leads to surgery, which is not always the right solution. Currently, more patient-based ways of diagnosis and treatment are being developed. Biomedical screening in diagnosing endometriosis is a relatively new idea. Endometriosis is a disease that affects 10% to 15% of women of […]
Assessing provider adherence to guidelines for screening and treatment of latent tuberculosis infection Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is a condition in which a person is infected with Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes tuberculosis (TB), but does not have any symptoms or signs of active TB disease. LTBI is a major risk factor for developing […]
Efficacy of tobacco carve-out for public health protection 1. Introduction Nowadays, smoking is common everywhere. We have known that smoke can lead to different kinds of diseases like secondhand smoke, asthma, and even lung cancer. For public health security, several recommendations have been suggested, but there is no particular policy yet. One of the most […]
Assessing Provider Knowledge and Practice Patterns Related to Chronic Pain Management Chronic pain is a complex and multifaceted condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can have significant impacts on physical, psychological, social, and economic well-being of patients and their families. Chronic pain management requires a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach that involves assessment, diagnosis, […]
Are Patient Visitations Endangering Lives? The COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges for healthcare systems around the world. One of the most controversial and difficult decisions has been how to balance the benefits and risks of allowing visitors to inpatient settings, such as hospitals, mental health units, and maternity wards. While visiting can provide emotional […]
Standard Operating Procedures for Conducting Ward Rounds Ward rounds are an essential part of hospital care, where a team of health professionals visits each patient, reviews their condition and treatment plan, and communicates with them and their relatives. Ward rounds are also an opportunity for teaching, learning, and quality improvement. However, ward rounds can be […]
How the HITECH Act Transformed the Healthcare Industry The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act is a landmark legislation that was enacted in 2009 as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The HITECH Act aimed to promote the adoption and meaningful use of electronic health records (EHRs) by healthcare […]
The use of smartphones in inpatient management and education Smartphones are handheld devices that combine advanced mobile communication and computation capabilities, as well as the ability to run third-party software applications [1]. The number of smartphone users is growing rapidly, including among healthcare professionals and patients [1-3]. In this blog post, we will explore how […]
