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High-fidelity simulation (HFS) and video-based learning (VBL) promote competence in acute care in a realistic and safe environment. These two modalities have not been compared in pediatric emergency situations. Interns rotating in the pediatric department were randomized for the two educational methods. The delivered learning subject was septic shock in children. The level of knowledge was measured before intervention, immediately after intervention (post-test 1) and 1 week later (post-test 2). Knowledge test scores improved significantly following intervention in both VBL study group and HFS study group (71.5 ± 13.2 [39.0-88.0], p less then 0.001 and 80.1 ± 10.3 [57.4-94.5], p less then 0.001, respectively). The improvement was significantly higher in HFS study group (p = 0.04). There was a non-significant drop in the retention score evaluated by the post-test 2 in the two groups compared to the post-test 1 score (66.9 ± 15.4 [31.5-86.1], p = 0.17 and 78.8 ± 12.4 [56.0-100.0], p = 0.72 in the VBL and HFS study groups, respectively). The retention score was significantly higher in the HFS group (p = 0.04).Conclusion High-fidelity simulation and video-based training are both effective educational methods in teaching pediatric emergencies for interns. HFS appears to be superior in enhancing short-term retention. What is Known • High-fidelity simulation is an effective educational tool to improve learners' knowledge and skills. • Video-based learning is an effective teaching tool in terms of short-term knowledge acquisition. What is New • High-fidelity simulation is more effective in terms of short-term knowledge and generated more satisfaction than educational video learning.
Centralization of cancer care is expected to yield superior results. In Germany, the national strategy is based on a voluntary certification process. The effect of centre certification is difficult to prove because quality data are rarely available prior to certification. This observational study aims to assess outcomes for rectal cancer patients before and after implementation of a certified cancer centre.
All consecutive patients treated for rectal cancer in our certified centre from 2009 to 2017 were retrieved from a prospective database. The dataset was analyzed according to a predefined set of 19 quality indicators comprising 36 quality goals. The results were compared to an identical cohort of patients, treated from 2000 to 2008 just before centre implementation.
In total, 1059 patients were included, 481 in the 2009-2017 interval and 578 in the 2000-2008 interval. From 2009 to 2017, 25 of 36 quality goals were achieved (vs. 19/36). The proportion of anastomotic leaks in low anastomoses was improved (13.5% vs. 22.1%, p = 0.018), as was the local 5-year recurrence rate for stage (y)pIII rectal cancers (7.7% vs. 17.8%, p = 0.085), and quality of mesorectal excision (0.3% incomplete resections vs. 5.5%, p = 0.002). Furthermore, a decrease of abdominoperineal excisions was noted (47.1% vs. 60.0%, p = 0.037). For the 2009-2017 interval, local 5-year recurrence rate in stages (y)p0-III was 4.6% and 5-year overall survival was 80.2%.
Certification as specialized centre and regular audits were associated with an improvement of various quality parameters. The formal certification process has the potential to enhance quality of care for rectal cancer patients.
Certification as specialized centre and regular audits were associated with an improvement of various quality parameters. The formal certification process has the potential to enhance quality of care for rectal cancer patients.
To present a case series of 6 patients with Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1) who had severe kyphoscoliosis with vertebral dislocation, and were treated with halo-pelvic traction (HPT) and posterior fusion. To discuss the pathological characteristics of this rare entity, and report our experience using HPT to manage the condition.
From March, 2016 to September, 2017, 6 patients with severe kyphoscoliosis with vertebral dislocation were admitted for HPT and posterior surgery, and were followed for 2years.
The 6 patients received HPT for an average of 42days. The average scoliosis Cobb angle was 131.2° before HPT, 69.9° after HPT, 52.7° after posterior surgery, and 51.7° at the 2-year follow-up. The average 2-year correction rate was 61.7%. The average kyphosis Cobb angle was 125.2° before HPT, 62.9° after HPT, 62.2° after posterior surgery, and 64.9° at the 2-year follow-up. The average 2-year correction rate was 46.5%. Proximal screw pull-out was found in one patient at the 3-month follow-up visit, but revision surgery was not needed. No patients experienced permanent neurological deficits or death. No screw malposition occurred in any patient.
HPT is a viable treatment option for vertebral dislocation in NF-1. After 6weeks of traction, the vertebral dislocation, scoliosis, and kyphosis can be dramatically reduced, and thus the conditions for corrective surgery can be improved.
HPT is a viable treatment option for vertebral dislocation in NF-1. After 6 weeks of traction, the vertebral dislocation, scoliosis, and kyphosis can be dramatically reduced, and thus the conditions for corrective surgery can be improved.
The knee in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients is a problematic joint due to pain, stiffness and gait instability. MS177 inhibitor The aim of this study is to evaluate the functional outcome and degree of pain relief achieved after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in PD patients.
This is a retrospective review of 26 PD patients (32 knees) with osteoarthritis who underwent a TKA between 1994 and 2013. Comorbidities, anesthetic procedures and complications were recorded. Patient functional status was assessed with the Knee Society Function Score (KFS) and the Knee Society Score (KSS). PD stage was classified with the Hoehn and Yahr Scale.
The mean follow-up was 3.5years (range 2-9). The mean age was 71years (range 61-83) with a mean time since PD diagnosis of 11.8years (range 4-24). PD severity on the Hoehn and Yahr Scale was 1.5 points before surgery and 2 points postoperatively. Pain on the visual analogic scale improved from 8 points preoperatively to 5 points at 1-year follow-up; function improved from 32 (range 20-45) to 71 (range 50-81) and from 34 (range 28-52) to 59 (range 25-76) on the KSS and KFS, respectively.
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