Galician Medical Journal

13/01/2025

🧬 Normal Glypican-3 Serum Levels Do Not Eliminate the Risk of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
by Agnieszka Lembas, Tomasz Mikuła, Magdalena Suchacz, Joanna Kozłowska, Szymon Barczak, Barbara Badura, and Alicja Wiercińska-Drapało

This study investigates the role of glypican-3 (GPC3) as a biomarker for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in patients with liver cirrhosis. Findings suggest that normal GPC3 levels do not rule out the risk of HCC, and a combined analysis with AFP and GGT shows limited diagnostic improvement.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A22

06/01/2025

🦷 Comparative Evaluation of Soft Tissue Reaction to Titanium and Polyetheretherketone Customized Healing Abutments: A Split-Mouth Randomised Clinical Trial
by Kakhramon Shomurodov and Rano Mirkhusanova

This clinical trial compared the soft tissue response to titanium and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) customized healing abutments. While both materials showed similar marginal bone resorption and bacterial loads, PEEK abutments demonstrated lower plaque accumulation, less bleeding on probing, and faster resolution of ischemia and hypoxia.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A23

30/12/2024

🦷 Harnessing Natural Quorum Sensing Inhibitors to Prevent Porphyromonas gingivalis-Induced Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma: An Innovative Approach
by Naji Naseef Pathoor and Pitchaipillai Sankar Ganesh

This letter highlights the use of natural quorum sensing inhibitors as a novel method to disrupt Porphyromonas gingivalis biofilms, shifting the focus from treatment to prevention of oral squamous cell carcinoma.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A24

26/12/2024

🦠 Bugs and Brains: The Microbiome & Dementia
by Henry Patterson, Thomas C. Varkey, and Jacob Lahti

This letter discusses the growing interest in the relationship between the gastrointestinal microbiome and neurological diseases, emphasizing its role in conditions like Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A19

23/12/2024

🌱 Knowledge and Opinions About Sustainable Nutrition and the Factors Associated With Sustainable and Healthy Eating Behaviors in Adults
by Gülşah Kaner, Nilgun Seremet Kurklu, Gamze Yurtdaş Depboylu, and Tuana Hazal İnsel

This research article explores adults' knowledge and perceptions of sustainable nutrition, highlighting factors linked to healthy eating behaviors and suggesting that age, gender, and marital status influence sustainable eating habits.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A20

25/11/2024

🌟 A Rare Case Report of Thoracic Epidural Angiolipoma During Pregnancy: Differential Diagnosis and Treatment
by Güven Arslan, Cüneyt Göçmez, and Emin Ayan

This case report presents a unique instance of a 24-year-old pregnant woman with thoracic epidural angiolipoma, highlighting the challenges in diagnosis and successful treatment outcomes.

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A18

Introduction. Spinal angiolipomas are benign tumors composed of adipocytes and vascular elements. There is a limited number of cases involving pregnant patients in the literature. Mostly located in the thoracic region, these tumors are usually expected to be seen in the fifth decade. To the best of....

18/11/2024

📝 How to Write an Effective Scientific Abstract with Keywords and MeSH Terms
by Gopal Singh Charan, Raman Kalia, and Maninderjit Kaur

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A17


This letter underscores the importance of creating clear, concise abstracts that highlight research findings. It also details strategies for selecting keywords and Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) to improve article discoverability.

In the scientific field, there is a critical need for the rapid and timely dissemination of findings to foster collaborations, seek funding, and establish oneself as a growing expert within their chosen domain. Abstracts are essential for conveying research findings and their significance in a conci...

11/11/2024

💡📉 Effect of Sexual Dysfunction on Quality of Life in Men with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A16
Authors: Nurten Terkes, Sibel Senturk, Mustafa Aydemir

This study highlights a negative correlation between sexual dysfunction and quality of life in men with type 2 diabetes, emphasizing the importance of addressing sexual health to improve overall well-being.

04/11/2024

🩺🔍 Age-Adjusted D-Dimer Cutoff in Ruling Out Pulmonary Embolism among Saudi Arabians in Riyadh Province

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A15
Authors: Feras M. Almarshad, Ali Alaklabi, Dushad Ram

This study highlights the effectiveness of an age-adjusted D-dimer (AADD) cutoff for ruling out pulmonary embolism in patients over 50 in Saudi Arabia, demonstrating high specificity and negative predictive value, supporting AADD as a valuable diagnostic tool.

Objective. The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of an age-adjusted D-dimer (AADD) cutoff in ruling out pulmonary embolism (PE) among the Saudi population, addressing the lack of data on AADD utility in this demographic.

28/10/2024

🔥🦠 Polymyalgia Rheumatica Presenting as Nocturnal Pyrexia of Unknown Origin: A Case Report

📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A14
Authors: Nauman Ismat Butt, Muhammad Sohail Ajmal Ghoauri, Muhammad Waseem Riaz, Aiman

A 74-year-old man with two months of nocturnal fever, weight loss, and shoulder stiffness was diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica. Elevated ESR and CRP levels supported a diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica, with symptoms resolving after starting prednisolone. This case underscores the importance of considering PMR in cases of unexplained fever.

16/09/2024

🧠🔍 Impact of Baseline Characteristics on Stroke Outcomes in Pakistan: A Longitudinal Study Using the Modified Rankin Scale 🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A13
Authors: Muhammad Shabbir, Abdurrahman M. Alshahrani, Dushad Ram, Ambreen Liaqat, Feras M. Almarshad, Abdulrahman Saad Alfaiz, Muath A. Alammar, Altaf Husain Banday, Muhammad Israr, Muhammad Mohsin Sajjad

🌐 This longitudinal study evaluates the impact of baseline characteristics on stroke outcomes using the Modified Rankin Scale. Findings reveal that advanced age and multiple comorbidities significantly predict poorer outcomes, highlighting the importance of tailored stroke care and rehabilitation. 📊

09/09/2024

🦷🔄 Periodontics and Orthodontics Integration to Enhance the Prognosis of Compromised Anterior Teeth: A Report of Two Cases🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A12
Authors: Dalia Nourah, Noura Alhomaidhi, Salwa Aldahlawi

🌐 This case report highlights a multidisciplinary approach combining periodontal and orthodontic treatments to improve the prognosis of periodontally compromised anterior teeth. The integration of these specialties led to significant periodontal health improvements and enhanced esthetic and functional outcomes. 📊

02/09/2024

🧠📊 Cortex and White Matter of the Cerebral Hemispheres: Anatomical Correlations and Age-Related Changes Measured with Fractal Analysis 🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A11
Authors: Nataliia Maryenko, Oleksandr Stepanenko

🌐 This study investigates the fractal dimension (FD) of the cortex and white matter in the cerebral hemispheres, examining their anatomical relationships and age-related changes. The findings reveal significant age-related decreases in cortex FD, while changes in white matter FD are less pronounced. 📊

26/08/2024

🦷📐 Evaluation of the Relationship Between the Maxillary Sinus and Nasopalatine Canal of Maxillary Impacted Canines by Cone Beam Computed Tomography 🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A10
Authors: Filiz Aydogan Akgun, Melike Yurttas

🌐 This study uses cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to analyze the spatial relationship between palatally impacted canines and adjacent anatomical structures, such as the maxillary sinus and nasopalatine canal. The findings underscore the importance of careful assessment in orthodontic treatment planning. 📊

19/08/2024

🍲🩺 Relationship Between Malnutrition Risk, ADLs, and Adaptation to Chronic Diseases in Older People with Chest Diseases 🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A09
Authors: Sedat Arslan, Busra Dagci Gunal, Hulya Bulut, Canan Bozkurt

🌐 This study explores the complex relationship between malnutrition risk, activities of daily living, and adaptation to chronic diseases in elderly patients with chest conditions. Key findings suggest malnutrition risk and recent hospitalizations negatively impact chronic disease adaptation. 📊

12/08/2024

🧠🩺 Liraglutide-Induced Depression with Suicidality in an Obese Adult: A Case Report
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A07
Authors: Feras M. Almarshad, Dushad Ram

This report highlights the importance of monitoring mental health in patients treated with liraglutide, underlining the need for healthcare providers to balance the benefits and potential psychological risks associated with such treatments.

05/08/2024

🩸🫁 Acute Lung Injury Associated with Blood Transfusion in a Hysterectomy Patient: A Case Report
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A08
Authors: Mykyta Bielinskyi, Marian-Andrii Halandzhii, Yurii Dashchenko, Nataliia Chaplynska

This case report discusses a 50-year-old female who developed transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) following a total hysterectomy for multiple fibromyomas. Postoperatively, the patient exhibited dyspnea, heart palpitations, and fatigue, with an SpO2 of 61%. Initially considered for pulmonary embolism, a normal D-dimer level and X-ray findings led to the diagnosis of TRALI. Treatment included oxygen supplementation, intravenous corticosteroids, and thromboembolism prophylaxis, leading to complete recovery. This case highlights the critical need to consider TRALI in the differential diagnosis for postoperative respiratory distress following blood transfusion.

29/07/2024

📸🦷 Analysis of Artifacts and Errors on Intraoral Phosphor Plate Radiographs 🌍
📚 Read the full-length article: https://doi.org/10.21802/e-GMJ2024-A06
Melike Yurttas

🌐 This retrospective study examines common artifacts and errors found in intraoral phosphor plate radiographs, highlighting the need for improved diagnostic imaging practices in dentistry. 📊