感染症と医学ジャーナル

The effect of preoperative cognitive testing on the results of senior surgery patients' postoperative procedures. Surgery can make cognitive impairment, which is frequent in elderly patients, worse. It has been hypothesized that preoperative cognitive screening can help identify patients who are at risk for postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD). This study examines the effects of preoperative cognitive screening on postoperative outcomes in older surgical patients by reviewing the current literature. In order to lower the prevalence of POCD, the study indicated that preoperative cognitive screening can identify patients who are at risk for the illness and can be utilized to improve perioperative treatment. An important worry for older surgery patients is cognitive impairment. A typical side effect of surgery is postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD), which has a reported prevalence of up to 50% in senior patients. POCD may lead to a lower quality of life, higher rates of illness and mortality, and higher medical expenses. Anesthesia, surgery, and patient-related elements like age, comorbidities, and previous cognitive impairment all play a role in the development of POCD.

The COVID-19 coronavirus makes providing perioperative treatment to pregnant patients more delicate. The objective of this study is to investigate postoperative complications and hemodynamic stability in COVID- 19 positive pregnant women undergoing spinal anesthesia while giving birth. In this prospective experimental investigation at a tertiary teaching sanitarium in Jordan, 31 COVID-19 positive parturients were linked between January and June 2021. While each COVID- 19 negative parturient was paired with a COVID- 19 positive parturient, every COVID- 19 positive parturient underwent anesthesia under the same circumstances as the control group. Of the 31 COVID-19 cases, 22 (71) had generally good health, and 8 (25.7) underwent successful emergency caesarean sections. The sensitive level of spinal block in the COVID- 19 positive group appeared after 10 twinkles was T4(T4-T6) in the COVID- 19 positive group as opposed to T8(T6- T10).

The gut microbiota, a complex ecosystem of microorganisms residing in the gastrointestinal tract, plays a crucial role in maintaining host health and immune homeostasis. Recent research has uncovered the impact of gut microbiota dysbiosis on infectious diseases, highlighting its potential as a therapeutic target. This review aims to explore the intricate interactions between the gut microbiota and infectious diseases, focusing on the mechanisms through which alterations in microbial composition and function influence disease outcomes. Furthermore, we discuss the therapeutic implications of modulating the gut microbiota for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. Understanding these interactions can pave the way for innovative therapeutic interventions that harness the potential of the gut microbiota in combating infectious diseases.

This paper presents an in-depth examination of Nigeria's successful campaign to eradicate polio, a devastating infectious disease. We document the various strategies employed, from immunization campaigns to community engagement efforts, highlighting their effectiveness. We also discuss the challenges faced during the campaign and how they were addressed. The experiences and lessons from Nigeria can offer valuable insights for other countries still battling polio.