Rehabilitation of Phonetic, Esthetics and Function in Subtotal Maxillectomy Defect by Cast Partial Obturator: A Case Report
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 2, December 2019
Pages:
8-10
Received:
24 January 2019
Accepted:
28 March 2019
Published:
24 December 2019
Abstract: Rehabilitation of hemimaxillectomy defects with prosthetic obturator can be challenging in term of providing adequate retention, support and stability to the prosthesis and expected outcome. Nasal reflux and hypernasal voice are the two major sequel after surgery that can affect patient social involvement and can have great psychological impact. The prosthodontist is limited by the properties of the materials available for facial restorations, the mobility of soft tissue surrounding the defects, the difficulty of establishing retention for large prosthesis, and the patient ability to accept the outcome. The outcome of prosthesis can be improved remarkably due to better coordination between surgeon and prosthodontist and careful designing of prosthesis. Dramatic improvement in the acceptance of prosthesis is seen if the prosthodontist participation can begin early in the course of patient care which ultimately will increase the quality of life (QOL) of the patient.
Abstract: Rehabilitation of hemimaxillectomy defects with prosthetic obturator can be challenging in term of providing adequate retention, support and stability to the prosthesis and expected outcome. Nasal reflux and hypernasal voice are the two major sequel after surgery that can affect patient social involvement and can have great psychological impact. Th...
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The Excellence of Pharmacy Service: Past, Present and Future
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 2, December 2019
Pages:
11-32
Received:
14 February 2019
Accepted:
10 April 2019
Published:
25 December 2019
Abstract: Pharmacy education continues to evolve to better prepare pharmacists for their roles and responsibilities in an increasingly complex health care environment with advanced patient health needs. Another important factor is the pharmacists themselves. Over the past 50 years, the role of pharmacists has evolved along with the health care needs of our population. In addition to dispensing medications and ensuring patient safety, today’s pharmacists are taking a larger role as medical counselors, educators and advocates. They are integral part of the health care team, and are among the most trusted and accessible health care professionals. This accessibility allows them to perform more patient care activities, including counseling, medication management, and preventive care screenings. Beyond the care provided to individual patients, pharmacists have expanded their reach to influence the public health of communities. A pharmacist is uniquely positioned to provide disease state management through appropriate medication therapy management that has been demonstrated to improve patient outcomes and decrease overall health care costs. This role is more important than ever as the environment is demanding new practice and payment models that are required to further optimize care and outcomes while addressing the unsustainable increases in health care costs. All people who take medications are at risk of actual or potential drug therapy problems. These problems are a significant source of morbidity and mortality when left undetected and unresolved and drive huge costs across the health system. As drug therapy experts, pharmacists provide drug therapy management services built around a partnership between the pharmacist, the patient (or his or her caregiver), physicians and other members of a patient’s health care team.
Abstract: Pharmacy education continues to evolve to better prepare pharmacists for their roles and responsibilities in an increasingly complex health care environment with advanced patient health needs. Another important factor is the pharmacists themselves. Over the past 50 years, the role of pharmacists has evolved along with the health care needs of our p...
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Application of a Three-dimensional Printed Anatomical Model in Presurgical Planning of Surgical Treatment of Brain Aneurysms
Veranis Sotirios,
Lagios Konstantinos
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 2, December 2019
Pages:
33-40
Received:
24 November 2019
Accepted:
20 December 2019
Published:
30 December 2019
Abstract: Three dimensional (3D) printed models represent innovative tools in anatomy teaching and surgical planning. The present study aimed at generating 3D skull models incorporating middle cerebral artery (MCA) aneurysms and in assessing their anatomical accuracy and utility as training and preoperative planning tools. Two aneurysm models were generated. Initially, a full skull (model A) and subsequently a half skull (model B) using white polyactic acid (PLA) filament incorporating two arterial networks with hard black PLA filament (in model A) and a softer semitransparent filament (in model B). The models were based on computed tomographic angiography (CTA) of a female patient suffering from bilateral unruptured middle cerebral aneurysms. Model A, a high contrast model, was designed for anatomical illustration purposes. Model B was designed to allow for clipping simulations. The anatomical accuracy of the two models compared to CTA was assessed by measuring their dimensions at the neck, proximal, distal branches and fundus, using an electronic micrometer. The utility of the models for the comprehension of the underlying anatomy, pathology and preoperative planning was evaluated by means of online questionnaires following clipping simulations conducted by neurosurgery residents and specialized neurosurgeons. Of the two 3D printed models generated, model B (clipping model) showed the highest degree of anatomical accuracy. The results of the online survey on the utility of the proposed models indicate that the majority of participants accepted the innovation with positive responses and approve the use of 3D printed aneurysm models for preoperative planning and resident training.
Abstract: Three dimensional (3D) printed models represent innovative tools in anatomy teaching and surgical planning. The present study aimed at generating 3D skull models incorporating middle cerebral artery (MCA) aneurysms and in assessing their anatomical accuracy and utility as training and preoperative planning tools. Two aneurysm models were generated....
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