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Ceremonial speech – graduation ceremony June 15, 2017 /Zahvalni govor – podelitev diplom 15. 6. 2017

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.148

Lucija Pribožič

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Comparison of sensitivity of lung ultrasound and chest x-ray imaging for the diagnosis of community-acquired pneumonia in children 肺超声与胸片诊断儿童社区获得性肺炎的敏感性比较

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.167

V. Berce

{"title":"Comparison of sensitivity of lung ultrasound and chest x-ray imaging for the diagnosis of community-acquired pneumonia in children","authors":"V. Berce","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.167","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.167","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Lung ultrasound (LUS) has only recently been considered to be a suitable tool for diagnosing community acquired pneumonia (CAP) in children. Little is known about the usefulness of LUS in different types of pneumonia. Therefore, we analyzed and compared the sensitivity of chest X-ray (CXR) and LUS in different etiological types of CAP in children. \u0000Methods: We performed a prospective study in 166 children with CAP, who were admitted to the hospital. The participants were stratified into bacterial (n=80), atypical bacterial (n=32) and viral (n=54) pneumonia subgroups, according to the laboratory and microbiological results. LUS and CXR were performed on all patients at admission. \u0000Results: Pneumonia was detected with LUS in 161 (97.0%) participants and with CXR in 137 (82.5%) participants (p<0.01). The sensitivity of LUS was calculated as 97.0% (95% CI, 93.1%–99.0%), and the sensitivity of CXR as 82.5% (95% CI, 75.9%– 88.0%), p<0.01. In patients with bacterial CAP, infiltrates were detected with LUS in 79 (98.7%) and with CXR in 67 (83.8%) of cases (p<0.01); in atypical bacterial CAP, with LUS in 30 (93.8%) and with CXR in 28 (87.5%) (p=0.69); and in patients with viral CAP with LUS in 52 (96.3%) and with CXR in 42 (77.8%) (p<0.01). \u0000Conclusion: We have determined that LUS is an excellent tool for diagnosing CAP in children. LUS is at least as sensitive as CXR in all types of CAP in children and will probably replace it as the investigation of choice in CAP.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"24 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133445847","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Partial vs. superficial parotidectomy for surgical treatment of pleomorphic adenoma of the parotid gland 腮腺多形性腺瘤的局部与浅表切除之比较

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.176

B. Čizmarevič, B. Lanišnik, D. Dinevski

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Elective caesarean section after 39 weeks gestation and the influence on neonatal morbidity: Does a strict policy really help? 妊娠39周后择期剖宫产及其对新生儿发病率的影响:严格的政策真的有帮助吗?

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.146

F. Mujezinović

{"title":"Elective caesarean section after 39 weeks gestation and the influence on neonatal morbidity: Does a strict policy really help?","authors":"F. Mujezinović","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.146","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.146","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: The aim of the current study was to determine if the decision to strictly follow clinical guidelines recommending elective caesarean section at or after 39 weeks gestation (late– term) in an effort to reduce respiratory disorders in term neonates influence the incidence of early–term elective caesarean sections and the rate of neonatal respiratory disorders. \u0000Methods: Hospital records pertaining to elective caesarean section after 37 weeks gestation from 1 January 2007 to 31 December 2016 were analyzed. Two subgroups were established (“before” and “after”). The rate of elective caesarean section before 39 weeks gestation, the rate of neonatal respiratory disorders, and admissions to the neonatal intensive care unit were compared between the subgroups. \u0000Results: A total of 1881 elective caesarean sections were performed from 37 weeks gestation (1.083 [57.6%] in the before sub–group and 798 [42.4%] in the after sub– group). In the after sub–group there was a 9.8% reduction of procedures performed before 39 weeks gestation. Of the newborns, 1.59% had various respiratory problems (2.3% and 1.00% in the before and after sub–groups, respectively; p = 0.08). Six of 30 (20.0%) newborns were transferred to the neonatal intensive unit (4/22 [18.2%] and 2/8 [25.0%] in the before and after sub–groups, respectively). \u0000Conclusion: The policy reduced the rate of elective caesarean sections before 39 weeks gestation and the rate of neonatal respiratory disorders, even though the incidence of these disorders was rather low, even before the new policy.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"34 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123866219","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Stoletniki med nami in mi z njimi / Centenarians among us and we with them Stoletniki med nami in mi z njimi /百岁老人在我们中间，我们和他们在一起

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.172

Dušica Pahor

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A Novel Capacitive Method for Urodynamic Measurements That is Suitable for Home Use 一种适合家庭使用的新型尿动力学测量电容式方法

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.195

G. Nikolić, I. But, A. Stožer, I. Kramberger

{"title":"A Novel Capacitive Method for Urodynamic Measurements That is Suitable for Home Use","authors":"G. Nikolić, I. But, A. Stožer, I. Kramberger","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.195","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.195","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Urinary incontinence is highly prevalent in both women and men. Urodynamic testing is essential for diagnosis, but a gap exists in the usefulness of simple assessments that do not provide sufficient data, and devices that provide the necessary data, but are used primarily in clinics and clinical trials. This study considered the existing methods of urodynamics testing and developed a device that was both effective and suitable for home use. \u0000Methods: A review of existing urodynamic methods led to development of a capacitive device. We created a device with sensor electrodes placed on the outside of a specimen container. The functionality of the electrodes and performance of the novel capacitive device were compared with that of a gravimetric device (Dorado KT, Laborie Medical Technologies, Mississauga, ON, Canada) used at the University Clinical Center, Maribor. \u0000Results: Measurements of fluid volume (p = 0.936), maximum (p = 0.327), and mean (p = 0.136) flow observed with the two devices were not significantly different. Graphical analysis of collected volumes and flow variation over time show a high degree of overlap. \u0000Conclusion: Compared with previously developed urodynamics testing devices, the capacitance method and the performance of this device represent an advance. The precision of the measurements needs improvement and did not fully address the recommendations of the International Continence Society, but he use of additional sensor electrodes is expected to improve performance. Extending the functionality as a standalone capacitive device for home use and upgrading with wireless access by mobile systems would allow for additional benefits beyond current voiding diaries.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"25 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133566480","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Bilateral Kienböck’s disease with bilateral negative ulnar variance: a case report 双侧Kienböck病伴双侧尺侧负变异1例

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.153

Marjan Sekej, M. Rupreht

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Thiel's embalming method: review of the literature and our institute's experience 蒂尔的防腐方法:文献综述及本研究所的经验

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.152

L. Kocbek, M. Rakuša

{"title":"Thiel's embalming method: review of the literature and our institute's experience","authors":"L. Kocbek, M. Rakuša","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.152","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.152","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: We aimed to present one of the best researched methods of cadaver preservation, Thiel's method, and share our own 9–year experience in comparison with that of the literature. \u0000Methods: Thiel's embalming method uses intravascular injection of a solution combined of several chemicals, such as water–based mixtures of monopropylene glycol, ammonium nitrate, potassium nitrate, sodium sulfite, boric acid, chlorocresol, formaldehyde, ethanol, and morpholine. Initial perfusion via the carotid and femoral arteries is followed by immersion in a cadaver storage basin in embalming solution for at least 4–6 months. After this, cadavers are stored in plastic bags in refrigerators and are used for months to years. \u0000Results: Since 2008, we have successfully embalmed 16 cadavers using Thiel's method. Due to the beneficial characteristics of this method, Thiel's embalmed cadavers have become an important part of our education and research. Despite initial technical difficulties, we managed to upgrade the method and assure better long–lasting preservation. \u0000Conclusions: Thiel embalmed cadavers resemble realistic living bodies and serve as an appropriate model for teaching and research.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"33 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124038358","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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The influence of smoking on the frequency and characteristics of complications following large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ) 吸烟对大环切除(LLETZ)术后并发症发生频率及特征的影响

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.177

V. Gavrič Lovrec, Tanja Erlah, Sarah Dobnik, I. Takač

{"title":"The influence of smoking on the frequency and characteristics of complications following large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ)","authors":"V. Gavrič Lovrec, Tanja Erlah, Sarah Dobnik, I. Takač","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.177","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.177","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Large loop excision of the transformation zone (LLETZ) is the procedure of choice for treating patients with suspected or confirmed cervical intraepithelial lesions. Since it has been established that smoking impairs wound healing, we wanted to determine if smoking increases the incidence of themost common complications that follow the LLETZ procedure and how it affects their intensity and duration. \u0000Methods: We included 434 patients that underwent the LLETZ procedure between 1993 and 2015 in the Department of Gynecology and Perinatology, University Medical Centre Maribor. Patients were asked to assess the intensity and duration of abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding and vaginal discharge after the procedure, and to complete a questionnaire on a daily basis. Data obtained from the questionnaires were then analysed. \u0000Results: The study group consisted of 237 (54.6%) smokers and 197 (45.4%) non-smokers. After the LLETZ procedure, 237 (54.6%) patients noted the occurrence of vaginal discharge, 193 (44.5%) lower abdominal pain, and 181 (41.7%) vaginal bleeding. No significant difference was observed in terms of the incidence of the observed events when comparing smokers and non-smokers. The duration and intensity of vaginal discharge and pain were not significantly different between the two groups. Non-smokers experienced bleeding that was more severe than smokers. \u0000Conclusions: According to the results of our study, smoking did not increase the incidence of vaginal bleeding, vaginal discharge, and lower abdominal pain following the LLETZ procedure, nor did it crucially influence their duration and intensity.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129168916","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Atherosclerosis, epigenetic modifications, and arterial stiffness 动脉粥样硬化、表观遗传修饰和动脉僵硬

Acta Medico-Biotechnica Pub Date : 2021-11-29 DOI: 10.18690/actabiomed.149

Nejc Piko, R. Ekart, S. Bevc, R. Hojs

{"title":"Atherosclerosis, epigenetic modifications, and arterial stiffness","authors":"Nejc Piko, R. Ekart, S. Bevc, R. Hojs","doi":"10.18690/actabiomed.149","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.18690/actabiomed.149","url":null,"abstract":"Atherosclerosis is a chronic, inflammatory vascular disease, characterized by progressive plaque build-up in the vessel wall, leading to tissue ischemia. It is the most common cause of cardiovascular diseases and is a major epidemiologic concern in modern society. The pathophysiology of atherosclerosis includes two main events: endothelial injury and vessel wall inflammation. Recent findings indicate that the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis involves dynamic changes in epigenetic modifications and gene expression in a cell type- and stage-specific manner. Epigenetics is the study of gene expression and involves phenotypical variations without genotypic changes. Three major epigenetic mechanisms participate in atherosclerosis: DNA methylation, posttranslational modifications of histones, and non-coding RNA molecules (long non-coding RNA molecules [lncRNAs] and microRNA molecules [miRNAs]). The field of epigenetics has opened up new diagnostic and therapeutic options. Arterial stiffness is increasingly recognized as a surrogate endpoint for cardiovascular disease. Pulse wave analysis (PWA) and pulse wave velocity (PWV), determined by applanation tonometry, provide essential information on central aortic stiffness. PWA and PWV are strongly correlated with atherosclerosis and can be used as a tool for assessing cardiovascular status and the risk of mortality and morbidity in patients with coronary disease, cerebrovascular disease, diabetes, arterial hypertension, and kidney disease.","PeriodicalId":186880,"journal":{"name":"Acta Medico-Biotechnica","volume":"147 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2021-11-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"115908722","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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