Lymphaticovenous anastomosis (LVA) is a surgery that needs careful planning. Doctors need to know exactly where the lymphatic vessels are. This study looked at two methods to find these vessels before surgery: high-frequency ultrasound (HFUS) and indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescent lymphography. HF
People are questioning how governments, drug makers, and health experts talked about COVID-19 vaccines during the pandemic. They believe important facts were left out, and people weren't fully informed before getting vaccinated. The focus has moved from science to ethics. Critics say the long-term
Cancer pain is a big deal. It affects millions worldwide. Nurses are key players in managing this pain. But they face many hurdles. Understanding these challenges is crucial. Nurses often struggle with limited resources. They also deal with complex regulations. These barriers can make their job tou
In Lebanon, understanding how people recover from mental health issues is crucial, especially with all the challenges the country faces. A recent study dug into this topic by talking to patients in a major hospital. They used a method called grounded theory to figure out what recovery means to these
People with hip and knee osteoarthritis often have wrong ideas about their condition. They think surgery is the only way out. But doctors say exercise and weight loss should come first. A recent study looked at how an online course changed these beliefs. The course lasted four weeks. People could d
Breast reconstruction after a mastectomy can sometimes lead to tissue damage, known as mastectomy skin flap necrosis (MFN). This happens in about 7-40% of cases, causing healing delays and potential treatment setbacks. To tackle this, doctors have started using a green dye called indocyanine green (
Nurses play a pivotal role in providing care to patients at the end of their lives. In 2000, a group of visionaries saw a need to improve how nurses were trained to do this. They created the End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium, or ELNEC. This program aimed to equip nurses with the skills and kn
Pain relief after knee or hip replacement is super important. But, doctors have a tough job picking the best painkiller. There are lots of options, but not enough info on how they compare. Old studies only looked at two treatments at a time. They didn't cover all the choices or consider how differe
People who hit the hay past midnight on weekdays might be doing more harm than they realize. New research shows that late bedtimes can mess with your heart health. It's not just about how much you sleep, but when you sleep that counts. The body has a natural clock, called the circadian rhythm. This
Psilocybin, a compound found in certain mushrooms, is gaining popularity in the US. This is due to efforts to make it legal in some areas and studies showing it might help with health issues. People are getting excited and using it more, but there's a catch. The problem is that people are using psi
