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
Production of chemokines by mesenchymal stromal cells established from inflamed human gingiva and its modulation by lipopolysaccharide
Introduction. The role of gingiva-derived stromal cells (GMSCs) in chronic periodontitis is poorly understood. Since GMSCs modulate the inflammatory and immune responses this study aimed to investigate the production of chemokines by GMSCs established from chronic periodontitis tissue under basal conditions and after stimulation with lipopolysaccha...
By Marina Radanović, Miodrag Čolić
Evolution of hospitalized COVID-19 cases with emphasis on the first pandemic year: experience from the University Clinical Center of Republic of Srpska
Introduction. Infection caused by the novel coronavirus (SARSCoV-2) emerged in 2019 in China and rapidly spread worldwide. This highly contagious virus is transmitted primarily through respiratory droplets and may lead to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) a glo...
By Nataša Janjić, Goran Bokan, Uroš Kalajdžić, Antonija Verhaz, Slavica Zeljković, Zoran Mavija
Low prevalence of use and negative attitudes toward oral contraceptive pills among female students at the University of East Sarajevo
Introduction. Oral contraceptive pills (OCP) are the most widely used form of reversible contraception globally, although their prevalence of use varies across regions. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, particularly among young women, there remains a significant gap in knowledge regarding sexual and reproductive health, including contraception. Low level ...
By Isidora Skorup, Dragana Sokolović, Ana Pejčić, Branislava Ćurčić, Milica Radanovic, Maja Radović, Dragana Erbez, Dragana Drakul
Early and long-term outcomes after coronary artery bypass grafting using saphenous vein grafts
Introduction. Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) remains the cornerstone of surgical myocardial revascularization. Despite major technical refinements and the increasing use of arterial conduits, saphenous vein grafts (SVGs) continue to play a vital role but remain vulnerable to long-term occlusion. The aim of the study was to evaluate early an...
By Andjela Božić, Aleksandar Redžek
Contribution of tractography to neuroanatomical terminology - short association tracts of the frontal lobe
Enormous development of neuroimaging technologies, and subsequently of research methods, opened new era of in vivo research of the white matter anatomy. This review analyzes recent connectomics and imaging data about short association fibers of the frontal lobe, and relates it to current status and to further development of anatomical terminology. ...
By Slobodan Malobabić, Goran Spasojević
INFLUENCE OF AGING AND LIMB DOMINANCE ON REFERENCE VALUES OF MEDIAN AND ULNAR NERVE CONDUCTION STUDIES
Introduction. Median and ulnar nerves are mixed upper limb nerves. The aim of the research was to determine refer ence values, and influence of aging and limb dominance on electrophysiological parameters of these nerves. Methods. In 46 women and 14 men, aged 24 to 81, we de termined the conduction velocity (CV), the amplitude, and the distal motor...
By Igor Sladojević, Tatjana Bućma, Milkica Glogovac Kosanović, Branislava Ćurčić
Preeclampsia and Preterm Delivery Risk: The Significance of Obesity in Pregnancy
Introduction. A significant proportion of women globally, consti tuting 38%, are obese, among whom 24.5% reside in Europe. Obe sity elevates the risk of premature birth due to associated maternal conditions, such as preeclampsia. The objectives were to assess: variations in demographic and clinical characteristics among preg nant women across group...
By Tamara Perić, Mirjana Bogavac, Zoran Belopavlović
Assessment of mental health disorders in individuals with chronic diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic
Introduction. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the mental health of individuals with chronic diseases. Contributing factors include limited access to healthcare during lockdowns, fear of infection, and heightened stress due to poorer outcomes of COVID-19 infection in this population. The aim of this study was to examine the pre...
By Danijela Radulović, Srdjan Mašić, Dejan Bokonjić, Svetlana Radević, Ivana Simić Vukomanović, Biljana Mijović, Maja Vuković, Milena Dubravac Tanasković, Mirka Jojić, Jelena Vladičić Mašić, Dragan Spaić
The effect of socio-demographic characteristics on the burnout syndrome of nurses in Republic of Srpska during the COVID-19 pandemic
Introduction. Nursing is a high-risk profession for burnout due to deadlines, workload, close patient and family interactions, and supervisor demands. This study aims to assess the frequency of burnout among nurses in COVID-19 and other departments during the pandemic. Methods. This cross-sectional study, conducted from November 8 to Dece...
By Ljubiša Kucurski, Tamara Popović, Dijana Djurić, Jelena Pavlović, Ljiljana Savić, Srdjan Živanović, Ljubinka Božić Majstorović, Sanja Tomić