Numerous substances from different chemical sectors, from the pharmaceutical industry to the many consumer products available for everyday usage, can find their way into water intended for human consumption and wastewater, and can have adverse effects on the environment and human health.Thus, the disinfection process is an essential stage in water
Background Accurate prevalence figures estimating the number of survivors of poliomyelitis (disease causing acute flaccid paralysis) following poliovirus infection are not available.We aim to undertake a systematic review of all literature concerning the prevalence of survivors of poliomyelitis.Methods Electronic databases were searched from 1900 u
Urethral stents were initially developed for the management of urethral strictures and obstructive voiding disorders in read more select patients.Urethral stent complications are common and may require stent explantation, which is often quite challenging.We present our experience with endoscopic removal of an encrusted UroLume proximal urethral ste
During aging, the cardiovascular system is especially prone to a decline in function and to life-expectancy limiting diseases.Cardiovascular aging is associated with increased arterial stiffness and vasoconstriction as well as left ventricular hypertrophy and reduced diastolic function.Pathological changes include endothelial dysfunction, atheroscl
Abstract Tarsal navicular fractures, as well as skull bride and groom other midfoot injuries, are rare, and can result in severe impairment if not properly treated.Parkour, a modern sport, is gaining popularity among young individuals in urban areas, and is prone to result in high-energy trauma, which is scarcely described in the literature.The fol