Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography in surgical orthodontic treatment of impacted maxillary canines - a case report
Introduction. The purpose of this case report was to present a surgical-orthodontic treatment of bilaterally impacted maxillary canines using Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). Case report. A 16-year-old girl accompanied by parents was admitted to the Specialist Center for Dentistry, Faculty of Medicine Foča, for orthodontic consultation re...
By Jelena Elez, Slavoljub Tomic, Tanja Ivanovic, Jelena Krunic
Application of hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy at the University Clinical Center of Republic of Srpska
Introduction. Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an advanced treatment modality for peritoneal malignancies, including ovarian cancer, appendix adenocarcinoma, colorectal cancer, and peritoneal metastases. This approach offers potential benefits in managing these complex conditions.Methods...
By Zoran G. Aleksić, Dragan Tomić, Velimir Škrbić, Nenad Jaćimović, Miroslav Popović, Sladibor Lakić
Mental health consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic: a narrative review
The COVID-19 pandemic has generated a profound psychological impact across diverse populations, exposing long-standing gaps in mental health services and intensifying social inequalities. This narrative review explores the most prevalent mental health conditions associated with the pandemic including depression, anxiety, stress, and post-traumatic ...
By Danijela Radulović, Svetlana Radević, Srđan Mašić
The impact of early amplification on the social development of children with hearing loss
Introduction. Early amplification in children with hearing impairment plays a crucial role in their socioemotional and communicative development. Timely identification and intervention are essential to support better outcomes in communication, socialization, and emotional well-being. This study aimed to examine whether children who received hearing...
By Dubravka Pralica
The role of TP53, APC, and KRAS gene polymorphisms in the development of colorectal cancer
This paper discusses about colorectal cancer in correlation with certain genes. Based on the etiological factors, colorectal cancer can be stratified into familial, hereditary, and sporadic. Explorations into hereditary syndromes such as familial adenomatous polyposis and hereditary non-polyposis colorectal carcinoma have unveiled genomic alteratio...
By Igor Gavrić, Nenad Lalović, Jovan Kulić
Test anxiety as a risk factor for use of psychoactive compounds in medical students
Introduction. Test anxiety implies an intense pathological fear in situations of preparing and taking exams which is a significant problem for 15–70% of medical students. The frequent use of psychoactive substances is recognized as a problem for young people. The aim was to determine the frequency and degree of test anxiety and the associatio...
By Branislava Ćurčić, Dragana Sokolović, Milica Radanović, Dragana Pavlović, Marija Bjeletić, Djordje Vuković, Dragana Drakul
Dry needling in cervical pain therapy: literature review
Neck pain, considering its prevalence and rate of disability, represents a significant public health problem, and we believe that the promotion of new effective methods is necessary in its treatment. Among the many therapeutic possibilities described so far, one such is dry needling (DN). This literature review aims to analyze how effective dry nee...
By Bojan Pavlović, Ana Pavlović
Two-tiered serology in patients with Lyme neuroborreliosis
Introduction. Lyme borreliosis is a multisystem infectious disease caused by Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato complex. It is transmitted by Ixodes ticks. Apart from erythema migrans, other manifestations require laboratory confirmation. The aim of our study was to analyze the results of Two-Tiered Testing in patients with possible Lyme neuroborrelio...
By Tatjana Roganović, Miloš Korać, Borut Bosančić, Višnja Mrdjen, Ljiljana Božić, Andjela Bojanić
Examining 25-Year Trends of Type 1 Diabetes Incidence in Pediatric Population Aged 0-14 of the Republic of Srpska
Introduction. Data on newly diagnosed cases of type 1 diabetes and the incidence of this disease are very significant. Studies like this one, with an analysis of incidence over the past 25 years, help not only locally but also globally.Methods. The primary source of data is hospital records from hospital centers in Republic of Srpska. The secondary...
By Gordana Bukara-Radujković
Robotic colorectal surgery: experiences, challenges and opportunities through our own research
Robotic colorectal surgery has revolutionized minimally invasive surgical techniques, offering numerous advantages over traditional approaches. Enhanced precision, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays, and improved patient outcomes are among the key benefits. However, high costs and technical complexities limit its widespread adoption.This st...
By Igor Černi, Dragan Vanovac