Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004)(E-ISSN:2686-7966)

MK-25-11-2025-2183 / Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004) (E-ISSN:2686-7966)

Effects of Inhalational versus Intravenous Anesthesia on VEGF Levels in Lung Tumors

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide. In addition to surgery, bronchoscopy plays a key role in the diagnosis of lung cancer. However, both surgical procedures and anesthesia may influence immune responses and angiogenesis. Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) is a key mediator involved in these processes. The study aimed to assess the effect of inhalation anesthesia with sevoflurane and intravenous anesthesia with propofol on changes in serum levels of VEGF in patients with lung cancer undergoing bronchoscopy. This study employed an experimental desi

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MK-17-10-2025-2180 / Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004) (E-ISSN:2686-7966)

A Multidisciplinary Approach to Managing Chronic Heart Failure Patients: Integrating Physician, Radiology, Laboratory, Nursing, and Social Services for Optimal Outcomes

Heart failure is a complex, progressive syndrome and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating a holistic and integrated management approach. This article explores the critical importance of a multidisciplinary care model for patients with chronic heart failure. It details the distinct yet collaborative roles of various healthcare professionals in optimizing patient outcomes. The physician's central role involves diagnosis, classification, and leading the implementation of guideline-directed medical therapy, as well as coordinating the broader care team. Diagnostic im

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MK-21-09-2025-2179 / Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004) (E-ISSN:2686-7966)

Advancing Critical Skills and Academic Success Through Structured Self and Peer Evaluation in Undergraduate Health Care Ethics and Law Course

Self and peer assessment are increasingly recognized as valuable pedagogical tools in higher education. However, their relationship to academic performance and critical skill development in healthcare ethics education remains under-explored. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of structured assessment methods in healthcare ethics education by examining their relationship with academic achievement, peer and self-evaluations, student demographics, and the development of critical thinking skills. A prospective longitudinal study was conducted on 348 third-year undergraduate medical stu

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MK-19-09-2025-2178 / Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004) (E-ISSN:2686-7966)

Identifying Factors Associated with Breast Self-Examination Behavior in Adolescent Girls: A Cross-Sectional Study Based on Their Perspectives

Breast self-examination (BSE) is a vital strategy for the early detection of breast cancer. Although adolescent girls have the potential to perform BSE independently, its practice remains low and is influenced by a range of individual and environmental factors. This study aimed to identify factors associated with BSE behavior among adolescent girls based on their own perceptions, including knowledge, attitude, family support, cultural beliefs, and the role of healthcare professionals. This was an analytic observational study using a cross-sectional design. A total of 70 female students from SM

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MK-09-08-2025-2170 / Medicina Katastrof (ISSN:2070-1004) (E-ISSN:2686-7966)

Lipiodol in Genicular Artery Embolization for Knee Osteoarthritis: A Comprehensive Review of Evidence, Mechanisms, and Clinical Applications

Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common degenerative joint disease that significantly impairs function and quality of life. Genicular artery embolization (GAE) has emerged as a minimally invasive treatment targeting pathological synovial neovascularization to reduce inflammation and pain. Among various embolic agents, Lipiodol has attracted growing interest due to its inherent radiopacity, high viscosity, and gradual resorption, which may confer a favorable safety profile compared with permanent agents. This review summarizes current evidence on the use of Lipiodol in GAE, discussing disease pat

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