Effects of Combined Maternal Voice Stimulation and Gravity Feeding Intervention for Low-Birth-Weight Preterm Infants in Neonatal Care
CONCLUSION: Maternal voice stimulation combined with gravity feeding shows promising positive effects and high safety for low-birth-weight preterm infants. The combined approach outperformed both gravity feeding alone and traditional nasogastric feeding across various critical parameters. These findings support the potential clinical applicability and merit further consideration for wider implementation as a feeding method in neonatal care settings.CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The observed reductions in feeding intolerance, shortened gastric tube indwelling time, and enhanced oral motor function in low-birth-weight preterm infan...
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Liduan Li Yanzhu Lin Huangyi Wu Ting Huang Chunling Guo Chunyan Lin Source Type: research

Diagnostic Value of Transabdominal Ultrasonography in Gastrointestinal Malignant Tumors
CONCLUSION: Transabdominal ultrasonography shows promise as a diagnostic tool for gastrointestinal malignant tumors; however, it is recommended to be used in conjunction with other detection methods such as fibrous gastrointestinal tract examination to minimize the risk of missed diagnoses and misdiagnoses. The study highlights the potential of transabdominal ultrasonography as a non-invasive and accessible diagnostic method for gastrointestinal malignancies. Further research and advancements in imaging technologies are crucial for enhancing diagnostic capabilities and improving patient outcomes in the future.PMID:38607211...
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jing-Yun Dong Yan-Bing Gao Li-Wei Tang Jing Zheng Source Type: research

Correlation of Homocysteine and Blood Pressure Variability with Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Patients with Hypertension and Carotid Atherosclerosis
CONCLUSION: There was a position correlation of Hcy and BPV with left ventricular hypertrophy in patients with hypertension combined with carotid atherosclerosis.PMID:38607212 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Rui Liu Yiwen Weng Chunlian Zeng Fei Dai Jing Chen Mengjiao Gou Yalu Qin Source Type: research

Analysis of the Nursing Effect of Hemiplegic Limb Rehabilitation Training in the Care of Stroke Patients
CONCLUSION: Hemiplegic limb rehabilitation training nursing care positively impacts stroke patients, improving physical mobility, muscle strength, and overall quality of life. This method should be prioritized and implemented in clinical practice.PMID:38607213 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Yafen Cao Simin Chen Xuejuan Cheng Rui Ji Source Type: research

Uterine Artery Doppler Parameters: An Excellent Tool for Assessing Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes
CONCLUSIONS: Uterine artery Doppler parameters demonstrate excellent predictive value for adverse pregnancy outcomes in pregnant women. This underscores their potential in enhancing prenatal care and pregnancy management strategies.PMID:38607214 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Minsui Cai Yan Lu Ying Li Qi Cui Source Type: research

Efficacy and Safety of Methylprednisolone Pulse Therapy and Conventional Oral Prednisone for Pediatric Patients With Nephrotic Syndrome
CONCLUSIONS: High-dose methylprednisolone pulse therapy demonstrated better efficacy in treating pediatric NS patients, showing a shorter time to symptom relief, but it may also entail a higher risk of adverse reactions compared to conventional oral high-dose prednisone. Clinicians should consider the specific circumstances and needs of pediatric patients when selecting a treatment.PMID:38607215 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Mingfang Liu Yingjian Cai Source Type: research

Impact of Continuous Nursing on Quality of Life and Psychological Well-being in Advanced Lung Cancer Patients
CONCLUSIONS: Continuous nursing intervention has significantly improved psychological well-being, alleviated pain, and enhanced the overall quality of life for patients facing advanced lung cancer. These results indicate that a comprehensive and sustained nursing intervention strategy can serve as an effective approach to improve the well-being of individuals navigating advanced lung cancer during chemotherapy.PMID:38607216 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Rui Lu Qianli Yu Source Type: research

Application Effect of Graded Emergency Nursing in Patients with Acute Pancreatitis
CONCLUSIONS: Graded emergency nursing proves effective in reducing waiting times for diagnosis and treatment in acute pancreatitis patients, enhancing treatment success rates, and improving overall nursing quality. These findings hold valuable implications for clinical application and promotion.PMID:38607217 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Yan Zhang Rui Liu Lan Qin Source Type: research

Effect of Cardiac Rehabilitation Nursing on Patients with Myocardial Infarction
CONCLUSION: For patients with myocardial infarction, the implementation of cardiac rehabilitation nursing can effectively alleviate the anxiety and depression of patients, decrease the incidence of complications as well as inflammatory factors levels, and further shorten the hospital stay of patients, with high safety. Our study provides a clinical reference for patients with myocardial infarction w who need nursing care.PMID:38607218 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Yi Zhou Xiaolan Wu Chengting Qin Youni Tong Shuang Tian Xiaoli Huang Source Type: research

Comparative Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety Profiles of Various Ropivacaine Proportions in Cesarean Section
CONCLUSIONS: Administration of 4 mg hyperbaric Ropi in SA can achieve an optimal anesthesia effect in CS with a high level of safety, along with inducing mild abdominal wall muscle relaxation and attenuating stress and inflammatory responses pre- and post-anesthesia. Thus, it is recommended for clinical application.PMID:38607219 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Wei Qiao Beiqing Yan Chunmei Liu Mingming Zhu Lingzhi Wang Source Type: research

Analysis of Factors and T-Lymphocyte Subset Changes in Pediatric Recurrent Respiratory Infections Post-Pidotimod Treatment
CONCLUSIONS: Daily outdoor activity among children, family members' history of smoking, parental allergy history, education level, and micronutrient intake emerged as independent factors influencing pediatric RRTIs. Furthermore, PI was identified as a significant treatment option for RRTIs.PMID:38607220 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Renmin Hu Chong Jin Xiang Lin Yinyin Chen Yaodong Wang Yan Guo Source Type: research

Mechanistic Study of CRABP2: Accelerating Lung Cancer Migration and Metastasis through Regulation of the ROS/Src Signaling Pathway
CONCLUSIONS: CRABP2 plays a crucial role in expediting lung cancer migration and metastasis by upregulating ESR1 expression, consequently activating the ROS/Src pathway. This study introduces a novel therapeutic avenue for the clinical treatment of lung cancer, offering a theoretical framework for advancing lung cancer treatment strategies.PMID:38607221 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Guang Yang Huining Liu Qifan Yin Ziqiang Tian Source Type: research

Analysis of Potential Risks in Abnormal Physical Development Due to Dietary Habits in Preschool Children
CONCLUSIONS: Picky eating stands out as the primary dietary habit concern for preschool children, concurrently posing a substantial risk for abnormal physical development. Urgent measures are warranted to rectify children's suboptimal dietary habits, elevate nutritional standards, and foster their overall health and development. These findings underscore the imperative need for interventions targeting dietary improvement in preschoolers, contributing to improving their well-being and long-term health outcomes.PMID:38607222 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Zhenzhen Cao Xi Dong Lixin Fan Ying Zhang Jingru Ma Ran Yu Source Type: research

The Impact of Valve Surgery on the Safety and Cardiac Function of Patients with Valvular Heart Disease Complicated by Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
CONCLUSION: Valve surgery in valvular heart disease with PAH is influenced by patient age, functional status, and PAH severity. Despite advances in surgical techniques, there remains a notable gap in understanding the nuanced interplay between these conditions and the variable outcomes of valve surgery. This study addresses this research gap, offering comprehensive insights into how age, heart function, and PAH severity influence postoperative outcomes. These findings are crucial for clinicians, providing a more informed basis for tailored treatment strategies, and ultimately enhancing patient care in this complex clinical...
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Shiliang Li Zijun Chen Kunsheng Li Ziyue Zhang Yan Zhou Source Type: research

Effects of Rifampicin Plus Levofloxacin or Isoniazid on Immune Function of Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis
CONCLUSIONS: Compared with rifampicin + isoniazid, rifampicin + levofloxacin had a better clinical effect in the treatment of pulmonary TB and could effectively regulate patients' immune functions and inhibit inflammatory reactions. The current research team recommends that rifampicin + levofloxacin become the preferred treatment for pulmonary TB in the absence of a drug allergy.PMID:38607224 (Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine)
Source: Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine - April 12, 2024 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Feng Lv Nan Tang Source Type: research