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6 days ago · Background: This investigation assesses the prognostic value of lactate levels and their clearance in septic shock patients, particularly emphasizing the comparative analysis between COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients in the emergency department. This study aims to elucidate the unique prognostic implications of lactate dynamics in these distinct patient groups, thereby enhancing the ...
May 3, 2024 · Sepsis is usually caused by bacterial infections but may be the result of other infections such as viruses, parasites or fungi. Its treatment requires medical care, including the use of antimicrobials, intravenous fluids and other measures. Sepsis acquired in health care settings is one of the most frequent adverse events during care delivery ...
May 8, 2024 · Kangaroo mother care (KMC) can decrease the risk of neonatal sepsis, hypothermia, hypoglycemia and increase exclusive breastfeeding. Bili lights may also be used to treat newborn jaundice (hyperbilirubinemia). Water can be carefully provided to prevent dehydration but not so much to increase risks of side effects. Breathing support
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2 days ago · We describe vaginal microbiota, including Gardnerella species and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), during pregnancy and their associations with recurrent spontaneous preterm birth (sPTB). We performed a prospective cohort study in a tertiary referral centre in the Netherlands, among pregnant women with previous sPTB <34 weeks’ gestation. Participants collected three vaginal swabs in ...
Apr 21, 2024 · Neonatal Respiratory Distress Syndrome (NRDS) is a breathing disorder primarily seen in premature infants. It results from insufficient surfactant production, which leads to collapsed alveoli in the lungs. This hinders the baby’s ability to take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide, leading to breathing difficulties.
3 days ago · Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2, primarily affects the lungs and immune system, with symptoms including fever, cough, and dyspnea . Severe cases are characterized by a combination of pulmonary macrophage activation, complement-mediated endothelialitis, and a procoagulant state [ 7 ].
4 days ago · Introduction Listeriosis is a severe food-borne disease caused by Listeria monocytogenes infection. The data of listeriosis in Xi’an population are limited. The aim of this study is to evaluate the clinical features and fatality risk factors for listeriosis in three tertiary-care hospitals in Xi’an, China Methods The characteristics of demographic data, underlying diseases, clinical ...
