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Dental Erosion

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Kuchta E., Szymańska J.

Polish Journal of Public Health

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2015

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vol. 124

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issue 2

93-95

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Dental erosion is described as an irreversible loss of dental hard tissue resulting from exposure to non-bacterial acids or chelating substances. It may be caused by exogenous or endogenous factors. In the former case, food, drink, as well as the environment might be sources of acids; in the latter, acids flowing into the oral cavity from the stomach and duodenum. Exogenous dental erosive lesions are localized mainly on the labial surfaces of the anterior teeth of the maxilla, while the endogenous ones can be found on the palatal and masticatory surfaces of the maxilla and the masticatory and buccal surfaces of the mandible. Reduced saliva secretion, which occurs in a number of diseases, also influences dental erosion, while erosion-causing factors and aggressive tooth brushing immediately after consuming acidic food increases the range and depth of erosion cavities. The consequence of dental erosion is teeth hypersensitivity, which results from exposure of dental tubules and of the pulp leading to the loss of tooth vitality and decrease in occlusal height. Treatment of exogenous dental erosion consists in changing nutritional and hygienic habits. In the case of endogenous erosion, however, the therapy should address mainly an underlying disease. Worn teeth surfaces should be restored with conservatory or/and prosthetic methods. In the context of an increasing prevalence of dental erosion in the population, it is necessary to develop and implement prophylactic measures, including broadly understood health education on the risk factors, preventive activities, and possibilities of diagnosis and therapy.

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Epidemiology of Cancer in Central and Eastern Europe Versus Western Europe and Poland

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Zatoński W., Didkowska J., Wojciechowska U.

Polish Journal of Surgery

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2009

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vol. 81

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issue 10

434-452

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The health transformation that took place after the Second World War in Europe was significantly delayed in the Central and Eastern European countries compared to countries of Northern Europe and United Kingdom. However, as death rates from cardiovascular disease have begun to fall since the 1990s, cancer has emerged as the most common cause of death among young and middle-aged adult women (20-64 years old) in the Central and Eastern European countries. In the coming decade it seems likely to be the leading cause of death among young and middle-aged adult men.The aim of the study was to compare the diversity in cancer risk, contrasting the "old" (EU-15) and the "new" Member States of European Union coming from Central and Eastern European (EU-10) and separately Poland.Material and methods. Data on deaths (1959-2002) in each country have been extracted from the World Health Organization database. Population data are from the Population Division of the Department of Economic and Social Affairs of the United Nations. Direct standardization has been undertaken using the World Standard Population.Results. The difference in life expectancy attributable to cancer for group 20-64 years of age is 0.68 of a year (16% of the total gap) among men and 0.35 of a year (24% of the total) among women. Trends in cancer over time differ significantly by gender, age group and time period in Central and Eastern Europe. The predicted mortality rate in Central and Eastern Europe in 2015 equates to 201/105 (95% CI 198.9-204) for men and 105.6/105 (95% CI 104.1-107.0) for women.Conclusions. In the Central and Eastern European countries deficiency of primary prevention is a main reason of poor health consciousness (consequences of smoking, fatty diet, low physical activity) and late introduction of poorly organized secondary prevention is responsible for worse survival of cancer patients, however tertiary prevention (therapy) is implemented in similar way as in Western Europe. Our analysis indicates that the greatest possibilities, but also the greatest unmet need, lie in primary and secondary prevention.

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Design, Validation, and Reliability of Survey to Measure Knowledge of Nutrition, Weight Control and its Risks

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Visiedo A., Frideres J. E., M. Palao J.

Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine

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2017

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vol. 20

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issue 4

39-51

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The purpose of this study was to design, validate, and test the reliability of an instrument to evaluate knowledge of nutrition, weight control and its risk. The instrument collects information regarding: socio-demographics and athletic status; basic knowledge of nutrition (the diet they follow, nutrients, supplements, energy balance, myths, hydration and habits); and weight control and risks (weight control, eating behaviors, and weight control habits). The design, validation, and testing of the reliability of the questionnaire were done in four phases: a) design and development of the instrument, b) content validation, c) instrument reliability, and d) concurrent validity. The results show that the instrument is suitable for measuring nutrition, weight control and risk knowledge in athletes. The instrument that was developed and validated in this paper can contribute to assessing how the athletes evolve through their different formation stages.

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Knowledge about prevention, risk factors and treatment in women with diagnosed breast cancer. Whether the disease affects their healthy behaviour?

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Nowicki A., Rusak K., Rhone P.

OncoReview

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2015

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vol. 5

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issue 2

A81-90

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Objective. The assessment of knowledge about prevention and risk factors of women with diagnosed breast cancer. Material and methods. The study involved 100 women aged from 28 to 82 years (median 56.2 years) who were treated at the Oncology Center in Bydgoszcz in 2014 for breast cancer. Author’s original questionnaire containing questions on knowledge about breast cancer as well as environmental and demographic data was used in this research. Results. Self-examination of a breast was made by 83% of women, 85% of women benefited from invitations for mammography. 56% of women knew how often mammography should be repeated but only 28% knew at what age it should be started. Tumor in a breast (20.5%) and “pulling” nipples (14.4%) were the most frequently reported symptoms of a cancer. In terms of risk factors, genetics (32.2%) and unhealthy lifestyle (16.3%) were the factors pointed by women most often. Every third women indicated only one factor while every four indicated three factors. 69% of the respondents increased their knowledge after falling ill, from the Internet (20.5%) as well as from information leaflets and brochures (16.6%). Women’s knowledge about breast cancer was at the edge of low and average levels and the average value was 11.7 points. More knowledge had women with higher education 12.95 points, single 12.9 and young women 12.3. Conclusions. The knowledge about the disease among women with diagnosed breast cancer was unsatisfactory and did not depend on age, marital status, place of residence, type of work but on education level only. Older and uneducated women had less knowledge, particularly about factors increasing the risk of developing the disease. The Internet, information leaflets and brochures were the primary source of knowledge about the disease, not a doctor or a nurse. Women with breast cancer were aware of the importance of preventive tests. They declared that they can perform self-examination. The most frequently reported symptoms of cancer are tumor and “pulling” nipples.

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Oral immunomodulatory agents in the prevention of bacterial respiratory tract infections

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Jurkiewicz D., Zielnik-Jurkiewicz B.

Polski Przegląd Otorynolaryngologiczny

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2016

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vol. 5(2)

21-25

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Respiratory infections are a major health and economic problems in every country. Most infections are viral, bacterial in-fection but also are not rare. It should be emphasized that the respiratory tract infections are the cause of 20% of all med-ical consultations and 75% antibiotic treatment. To reduce the need for antibiotics, more and more attention is paid to the preparation increases the body’s resistance to bacterial infection. Non-specific multivalent vaccines containing killed at high temperature, bacterial cells or lysates. These preparations are non-specifically stimulate the overall immunity. They operate on the non-specific defense mechanisms, leading to increased antibody type IgA in secretions of the mu-cous membranes, phagocytic activity and IFN-γ. They may also stimulate the production of specific antibodies against bacterial antigens included in the formulation. Available on the Polish market oral preparations immunomodulatory of the best documented clinical efficacy are Luivac, Ribomunyl, Broncho-Vaxom and Ismigen. All lysates of bacterial strains are most often causing respiratory tract infections. Many clinical studies have shown that oral bacterial lysates reduce the risk of recurrent respiratory tract infections in adults and children and reduce the need for antibiotics.

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Bacterial lysates in the prevention of respiratory tract infections

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Jurkiewicz D., Zielnik-Jurkiewicz B.

Polish Journal of Otolaryngology

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2018

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vol. 72

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issue 5

1-8

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Bacterial lysates stimulate the general immunity of the body in a non-specific way. They act on non-specific defense mechanisms, leading to an increase in type A antibody in mucous membranes, phagocytic activity and INF-ƴ production. They can also stimulate the production of specific antibodies against the bacterial antigens that make up the preparation. The oral immunomodulatory preparations with the best documented clinical efficacy available on the Polish market are Ismigen, Broncho-Vaxom, Ribomunyl and Luivac. They are all lysates of bacterial strains that most often cause respiratory tract infections. In many clinical trials, oral bacterial lysates have been shown to minimize the risk of recurrent respiratory infections in children and adults and reduce the need for antibiotics.

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Bacterial lysates in the prevention of respiratory tract infections

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Jurkiewicz D., Zielnik-Jurkiewicz B.

Otolaryngologia Polska

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2018

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vol. 72(5)

1-8

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Bacterial lysates stimulate the general immunity of the body in a non-specific way. They act on non-specific defense mechanisms, leading to an increase in type A antibody in mucous membranes, phagocytic activity and INF-ƴ production. They can also stimulate the production of specific antibodies against the bacterial antigens that make up the preparation. The oral immunomodulatory preparations with the best documented clinical efficacy available on the Polish market are Ismigen, Broncho-Vaxom, Ribomunyl and Luivac. They are all lysates of bacterial strains that most often cause respiratory tract infections. In many clinical trials, oral bacterial lysates have been shown to minimize the risk of recurrent respiratory infections in children and adults and reduce the need for antibiotics.

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Water disinfection in the mountains – an update of the recommendation of the Medical Commission of the Union Internationale des Associations d’Alpinisme (UIAA)

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Albanus C., Timmermann L., Schoeffl V., Hillebrandt D., Milledge J., Küpper T.

Health Promotion & Physical Activity

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2021

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vol. 15

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issue 2

40-55

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Safe water is still a major problem for travellers in many countries worldwide. In the last decade several new technical developments were made and more data exist about traditional procedures to produce safe water. This update includes such data with special regard to UV-C and held devices and SODIS.

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Effect of Educational Training on Nutrition and Weight Management in Elite Spanish Gymnasts

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Visiedo A., Frideres J. E., Palao J. M.

Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine

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2021

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vol. 33

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issue 1

53-59

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The aim was to study the effect of a formative program about nutrition as well as weight management and its risks in elite gymnasts. The sample was 37 under-18 Spanish athletes from rhythmic and aesthetic gymnastics (national level). The sample was divided into a control group (n=21) and an intervention group (n=16). A quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test was used. The dependent variable was the knowledge of nutrition, weight management, and its risks. The independent variable was the educational program. The program had three 30-minute sessions which combined talks, videos, and tasks to complete. Descriptive and inferential analyses were done. The educational program was ineffective with regard to increasing the gymnasts’ knowledge about nutrition, weight management, and its risks. The gymnasts’ knowledge of nutrition and weight management was high before beginning the intervention. Gymnasts and the coach expressed the need for individualized training adapted to each gymnast’s needs and for incorporating a follow-up that provides feedback that is applicable in the gymnast’s daily life.

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COLLEGIATE COACHES’ KNOWLEDGE OF THE FEMALE ATHLETE TRIAD IN RELATION TO THEIR CHARACTERISTICS

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Frideres J. E., Mottinger S. G., Palao J. M.

Central European Journal of Sport Sciences and Medicine

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2016

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vol. 16

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issue 4

55-66

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The purpose of this study was to determine what coaches of female athletes know about the female athlete triad. The sample involved 472 NCAA Division I coaches of female athletes. The variables studied were coaches’ knowledge and confidence about the triad and coaches’ characteristics (coach’s gender, age, type of coach, degree held, years of experience in coaching females, continuing education participation specific to the triad and/or triad components, and sport coached). Coaches’ knowledge of the female athlete triad is higher for coaches who have received triad education. No differences regarding knowledge of the female athlete triad were found by gender, degree, experience in coaching female athletes, or coach type. Higher knowledge was found in sports emphasizing low body weight compared to sports that do not emphasize weight. The article discusses the results’ implications and the need for future interventions in this population.

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Students’ knowledge about cervical cancer and vaccine against human papillomavirus (HPV)

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Maksimiuk M., Sobiborowicz A., Beranek O., Sobol M., Badowska-Kozakiewicz A. M.

OncoReview

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2018

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vol. 8

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issue 4

127-136

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Introduction: Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted virus worldwide. It’s associated with over 99% of cases of cervical cancer and also connected with other cancers like rectal, vaginal or penile. Aim: To evaluate the level of knowledge about cervical cancer and HPV vaccine among students attending medical and non-medical universities and to discuss problems connected with low interest in cancer prevention. Materials and methods: 427 students took part in the anonymous survey. Original questionnaire consisted of 19 questions and was prepared by the authors powered by review of valid references. Results: 93.2% of interviewees have heard about HPV vaccine and 20.6% of them have been vaccinated. There was a statistically significant difference in knowledge and attitude to vaccination and cancer prevention between medical and non-medical students. Discussion: Interviewees are aware of hazards involved in HPV infection, but they don’t know the exact scale of it. They cannot evaluate the risks connected with cervical cancer properly, what may influence their low interest in prevention. Knowledge about HPV vaccine’s existence is common, but there is a huge disinformation about its characteristics and side effects. Main source of knowledge are mass media, subject of vaccination is discussed at school or with general physician extremely rarely. The price of the vaccine is main reason for resignation, so regional government’s prevention programs play a very important role. Conclusions: The education of the society is a strong base for excellent prevention of cancers. Doctors should be included in more active operations for cervical cancer prevention

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Early diagnostics and prevention of anthracycline-induced cardiomyopathy – the role of cardiologist

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Chazova I. E., Ovchinnikov A. G., Ageev F. T.

OncoReview

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2015

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vol. 5

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issue 4

A169-176

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Anticancer antibiotics, anthracyclines, may cause severe left ventricle systolic dysfunction that is associated with poor clinical prognosis. In this review, we discuss the mechanisms and risk factors of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity and cardiomyopathy, among which the cumulative administered dose of anthracyclines and concurrent cardiovascular diseases are the most important. We also present strategies for primary and secondary prevention of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity via rigorous assessment of early signs of left ventricular dysfunction.

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Patients’ awareness of the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer

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Dziki Ł., Puła A., Stawiski K., Mudza B., Włodarczyk M., Dziki A.

Polish Journal of Surgery

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2015

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vol. 87(9)

459-463

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The aim of the study was to assess patients’ awareness of the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer. Material and methods. Patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer, hospitalised at the Department of General and Colorectal Surgery of the Medical University in Łódź during the period from January 2015 to April 2015, were asked to complete a questionnaire concerning their families’ medical case record, factors predisposing them to the development of colorectal cancer, the tests applied in diagnostics, and the treatment process. The questionnaire comprised 42 closed-ended questions with one correct answer. A statistical analysis of all answers was carried out. Results. The study group consisted of 30 men and 20 women aged 27–94 years old. A strong, statistically significant negative correlation between a patient’s age and his/her awareness of the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer was noted (p<0.001; r= -0.51). The study demonstrated a statistically significant relationship between the occurrence of neoplasms in a patient’s family (p=0.009) or, more specifically, the occurrence of colorectal cancer (p=0.008), and the awareness of the prevention programme. The women’s group was characterised by statistically significantly greater awareness of colonoscopy as a screening examination (p=0.004). Conclusions. Patients need more information on colorectal cancer, its risk factors, prevention, the treatment process, and postoperative care. Lack of awareness of the colorectal cancer issue can be one of the major factors contributing to the high incidence of this disease.

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Can we prevent epilepsy? Yes, we can!

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Jóźwiak S.

European Journal of Translational and Clinical Medicine

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2021

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vol. 4

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issue 1

10-12

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Epilepsy appears in 1% of global population and despite a progress in medicine still around 30% of patients have drug-resistant epilepsy. In recent years increasing attention is paid to possibility of epilepsy prevention. Candidate groups for such treatment are eagerly looked for. One of them is tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC).

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Practicing Sport in the Age Group 21-34 and the Risk of Breast Cancer - Analysis of the Results of a Retrospective Study

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Kładna A., Skołozdrzy T., Wojciechowski J., Tadaj B., Kawka M., Kellas A.

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vol. 43

53-61

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Breast cancer is the most common malignant tumor in women, so it is important to study the factors that can protect against it. One of them is physical activity, which has become the area of our interest, especially the practice of sports by women aged between 21 and 34. The aim of this retrospective study was to check how practice of sport in the age group of 21-34 in women from the research group diagnosed with breast cancer and in the control group (healthy women from families burdened with this cancer) influences the risk of developing breast cancer. The study showed that healthy women from families with a burden of breast cancer practiced sports in the age range 21-34 more frequently and intensively than women who had a history of breast cancer. (Sport 1-highest intensity P = 0.002 Sport 2-medium intensity P < 0.001 Sport 3-the lowest intensity P < 0.001.) It can be concluded that practicing sport in the age group of 21-34 is an important factor in the prevention of breast cancer, although the influence of other protective factors in women from the control group cannot be ruled out.

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Prevention of infective endocarditis during dental extractions among Polish dentists — a contemporary nationwide survey

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Homaj M., Szotek M., Sabatowski K., Zabojszcz M., Loster B. W., Sadowski M., Siudak Z., Homaj M., Szotek M., Sabatowski K., Zabojszcz M., Loster B. W., Sadowski M., Siudak Z.

Folia Medica Cracoviensia

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2019

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vol. 59

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issue 4

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The influence of rifaximin on diverticulitis rate and quality of life in patients with diverticulosis

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Banasiewicz T., Francuzik W., Bobkiewicz A., Krokowicz Ł., Borejsza-Wysocki M., Paszkowski J., Studniarek A., Krokowicz P., Grochowalski M., Zastawna K., Szczepkowski M., Lorenc Z., Drews M.

Polish Journal of Surgery

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2017

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vol. 89(1)

22-31

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Diverticulosis, its associated symptoms and complications are one of the most common pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract in more economically developed countries. Presence of diverticuli and their clinical consequences can be divided into four categories: 1) diverticulosis, i.e. an asymptomatic presence of diverticuli that are usually found by accident 2) symptomatic uncomplicated diverticulosis 3) diverticulitis (acute uncomplicated diverticulitis) 4) complications of diverticulitis (conditions requiring hospital stay). The aim of this study was to retrospectively analyze the efficacy of rifaximin in preventing diverticulitis in patients visiting proctology clinics. The diagnostic criterium for diverticulosis was confirmation by colonoscopy, barium enema or CT colography (virtual colonoscopy) as well as history of at least one documented episode of diverticulosis. History of diverticulosis was evaluated based on medical records, clinical symptoms, elevated level of CRP (>5.0) and/or diagnostic imaging (ultrasound, CT). After setting strict exclusion criteria, 248 patients were qualified for the study out of 686, and they were later divided into two groups: control group (group I – 145 patients) and studied group (group II – 103 patients receiving rifaximin prophylaxis). Diverticulitis rate was comparable in both groups over a period of 6 months before study (p = 0.1306) and 6 months of treatment (p=0.3044). Between the 6th and 12th month of treatment, a significantly lower rate of diverticulitis was noted in the group receiving rifaximin compared to control group (p<0.0001). Patients receiving rifaximin reported higher quality of life (which was assessed using the VAS scale) compared to control group after 12 months. The results confirmed the efficacy of riaximin in prevention of diverticulitis, even in the scheme of repeated courses every 3 months. Not only did application of rifaximin lower the rate of diverticulitis and its complications in patients after an episode of diverticulitis, but also it improved the patients’ quality of life. It seems that diverticulitis prophylaxis based on rifaximin can be economically efficient, however, it requires further research.

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Differences in the Perceived Attractiveness of Non-contact and Combative Athletes' Facial Pictures

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Vajda P., Strašilová K., Reguli Z.

Physical Culture and Sport. Studies and Research

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2019

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vol. 81

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issue 1

75-86

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Sexual Behaviour of Combative Athletes – Is There a Greater Risk?

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Vajda P., Reguli Z.

Physical Culture and Sport. Studies and Research

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2018

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vol. 78

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issue 1

50-56

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The influence of socio-demographic factors on making a decision related to the disease and treatment in women with breast cancer

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Nowicki A., Wiśniewska K., Rhone P.

OncoReview

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2015

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vol. 5

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issue 3

A125-132

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Introduction. Socio-demographic factors may affect the decision making associated with the disease and the long-term results of treatment. Objective. Exploring the relationship between socio-demographic factors of women treated for breast cancer and decision- making associated with the disease and treatment. Material and methods. The study involved 100 women aged 30 to 72 (mean: 57 years) who were treated at the Oncology Center in Bydgoszcz in 2013–2014 due to breast cancer. A survey questionnaire on socio-demographic factors and data on knowledge about prevention and disease was used in the study. Results. The number of women performing breast self-examination decreased with age; 83% of patients over 50 years old and 76% (p = 0.0001) over 69 years old underwent mainly mammography (p = 0.03). Self-detection of breast tumor also decreased with age and was detected more frequently by the medical personnel (p = 0.0001). More educated women (85%) examined themselves more often than those with primary and vocational education (p = 0.001). According to our assessment, the number of women with knowledge about cancer decreased with age (p = 0.004). The same was true for women in a very good and good financial situation, with 94% of them declaring a higher knowledge level (p = 0.001). Conclusions. Women’s knowledge about breast cancer is not satisfactory, especially in older and less educated women. They obtain knowledge from the Internet mainly and from the medical staff in the smallest degree. Young women up to 49 years of age perform self-examination to detect breast cancer most often, while older women use mammography. Almost all women immediately report to the doctor and are admitted to clinics after detecting lesions with mammography or self-examination.

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