Hospitality - Science topic

We present a case study of a 44-year-old female patient who has been suffering from longstanding diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease (CKD). She was hospitalized due to persistent fatigue and proteinuria over a four-year period. Initially, the patient received treatment for renal anemia with subcutaneous injections of recombi...

To investigate the impact of the ABO blood group major match type on stem cell engraftment, blood transfusion and clinical outcomes in aplastic anemia patients with hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), we retrospectively analyzed the data of 361 aplastic anemia patients treated with HSCT, and found ABO major mismatched resulted in delaye...

The purpose of this study was to conceptualize learners' perceived experiential learning and validate the derived scale in higher education in hospitality and tourism. Following scale development procedure guidelines, this study conceptualized students' perceptions of experiential learning. Data were collected through 22 qualitative interviews, fol...

As the platform economy continues to reshape the way we live, work, and consume, firms across industries are increasingly dependent upon platforms to engage with customers. Although prior research highlights how these firms develop strategic responses to cope with risks and vulnerabilities stemming from platform power, it tends to overlook how such...

We aimed to determine the predictive accuracy of elevated soluble thrombomodulin (sTM) and angiopoietin-2 (Ang2) for thrombotic events (TE) in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. We conducted a nested case-control study within a cohort of people admitted to hospital with COVID-19 from March 2020 to August 2022. The cases (people with TE within 28 days...

Justifying the adoption of mediation and moderation variables in quantitative research is often challenging, particularly when addressing reviewers' and examiners' critiques. These variables are widely applied across various disciplines, including business, management, marketing, finance, accounting, tourism, and hospitality, as well as in broader...

Mental distress influences health status, treatment effectiveness, and the quality of care received by hospitalized inpatients. Globally, mental health problems account for 13% of the total burden of disease. Since studies about it are scarce in Ethiopia and not done in the south Gondar zone, we conducted this study. A prospective institution-based...

Measles is a highly contagious and potentially fatal disease, despite the availability of effective immunizations. This study formulates a deterministic mathematical model to investigate the transmission dynamics of measles, with eight compartments representing different epidemiological states such as susceptible, vaccinated, exposed, infected, ear...

Background Rivaroxaban use has increased significantly among older adults; however, no definitive plasma concentration thresholds for bleeding or thrombosis have been established. However, dose adjustments for this population remain controversial. Methods Between January 2022 and August 2023, we analyzed trough plasma samples from hospitalized pat...

Background Necrotizing Fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening infection characterized by rapid tissue destruction and high mortality. The role of timely diagnosis and surgical intervention in improving patient outcomes remains debated. This study investigates the impact of “time to diagnosis” (TTD) and “time to surgical treatment” (TTS) on the outcom...

COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2 infection, frequently induces thrombotic complications in affected individuals. P-selectin, a pivotal platelet marker, plays a central role in platelet–leukocyte aggregation, contributing to hemostasis and thrombosis. Additionally, D-dimer serves as an indicator of coagulation system activity, while miR-17-5p exhibits...

India has almost a quarter of the global childhood pneumonia burden, with an estimated 8 million severe cases, more than 50% of whom need hospitalization or even intensive care, constituting a huge health burden. India sees at least 0.1 million deaths due to pneumococcal infections every year in children below 5 years of age. Fatality rates in pneu...

Background When admitted to hospital for unplanned medical needs, the complexity of multiple conditions, including cognitive and mental health, might put older people at greater risk, affecting their survival. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of cognitive impairment versus cognitive impairment with depression and their association wit...

Background Opioids are often administered for extremely preterm infants to prevent morbidities (e.g., intraventricular hemorrhage); however, their short-term outcome remains unclear. We aimed to assess the association between early-phase opioid use and in-hospital outcomes in extremely preterm infants. Methods This retrospective nationwide cohort...

Educational setting in higher institutions of learning is a carefully controlled and structured environment that is quite different from what is in operation is secondary schools or in other lower educational system. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. Higher institution may not offer the same process to students; to which first-year stu...

Intentional failures, which refer to purposeful transgressions by the organisation or its employees against customers, are common across different industries including tourism, yet there is a lack of research on tourists' perceptions and reactions to such failures. Using an experimental approach, we find that compared with unintentional failures, t...

Background/Objectives: The clinical impact of neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) and right ventricular (RV) dysfunction on clinical outcomes in COVID-19 remains understudied in the Indonesian population. This study aims to investigate their prognostic value in hospitalized Indonesian adults with COVID-19. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was...

Palliative care includes effective communication, relief of suffering and symptom management with an underlying goal of improving the quality of life for patients with serious illness and their families. Best practice palliative care is delivered in parallel with life-sustaining or life-prolonging care. Palliative care affirms life and regards deat...

Business travel has become an integral component of the global economy, driving corporate growth and fostering international collaboration. In this context, the hospitality industry plays a critical role in providing accommodations that cater to the unique needs of business travellers. This paper examines the Sheraton Guangzhou Nansha Hotel as a ca...

Despite the fast-growing scholarship, Thriving at Work (TAW) investigations in tourism and hospitality remain fragmented, failing to capture the full range of factors and context-specific conditions influencing TAW experiences. This study aims to address these gaps by developing a comprehensive framework that conceptualizes TAW within the unique co...

In this observational study, we used data from 59,936 hospitalized adults to construct a model. For the models constructed with all 53 variables, all five models achieved acceptable performance with the validation cohort, with the extreme gradient boosting (XGBoost) model showing the best predictive efficacy and stability (area under the curve (AUC...

Ali Smith’s Seasonal Quartet chronicles life in the age of Brexit, but her focus on contemporary events comprises an unexpected engagement with the medieval past. In particular, striking resonances between Winter, the second novel of Smith’s Quartet, and the Middle English poem Sir Gawain and the Green Knight foreground issues of hospitality, seaso...

This news section offers Cancer readers timely information on events, public policy analysis, topical issues, and personalities. This issue includes a profile of Dr Jennifer S. Temel, who developed a model that transformed palliative care from being an exclusive offering for very ill and hospitalized patients near death to an option for all patient...

B ackground/Objectives: Cancer represents an important risk factor for acquiring severe acute respiratory syndrome by Coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) and subsequent hospitalization. The utility of early antiviral therapies, including their protective effect on long COVID outcomes, in cancer patients has not yet been clearly demonstrated. We conducted th...

Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) worsens the prognosis of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This retrospective cohort study aimed to evaluate the risk factors, clinical manifestations, and outcomes of CDI in hospitalized patients with IBD, including those with toxin A/B results between April 2007 and April 2021. Patients were...

Background and Objective Alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG), is a major intermediate metabolite of the tricarboxylic acid cycle, and is closely associated with cardiometabolic disease prognosis. Previous studies indicated that AKG is related to myocardial energy expenditure levels and reflects adverse short-term outcomes in heart failure (HF) patients. In t...

Background COVID-19 has become a global pandemic. However, studies examining the outcomes for pediatric patients after hospital discharge, post-COVID-19, and the predictive factors influencing their high mortality rates, are still limited, especially in Indonesia. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the predictor that predict mortality six mon...

Background: The disease burden of heart failure is mainly driven by high hospital readmission rates. Remote monitoring devices can be used to assess the status of patients after discharge and identify early signs of worsening symptoms. Initial studies indicated that Heart Failure Management System (HFMS), a novel monitoring device, can prevent hosp...

Background Baloxavir marboxil (baloxavir) is a new anti-influenza drug that works as a cap-dependent endonuclease inhibitor. It is approved for prophylactic use against influenza in Japan, but there are few reports on this usage in hospitalized in-patients. It reportedly reduces patient susceptibility to influenza through a mechanism involving amin...

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to determine the level of hope and religious attitudes and the relationship between them in women experiencing pregnancy losses. METHODS: This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted on 249 women hospitalized in perinatology clinics. Data from the participants were collected using the “Pregnancy Diag...

The imperative nature of tourism industry awareness regarding economic, social, and cultural factors necessitates a comprehensive study of their impact on development. This survey aims to assess overall ecotourist satisfaction with ecotourism services in Malaysia, gauging the likelihood of return visits and recommendations. Employing two research t...

In today's competitive business landscape, organizations constantly seek strategies to enhance their market position and profitability. One of the pivotal inquiries that many industry experts and scholars are delving into is: How do cost leadership, service innovation, and customer value creation influence business performance? Cost leadership, oft...

Background The alarming rate of bacterial resistance has urged for vigorous antibiotic de-escalation cultures worldwide. However, the art of de-escalation remains challenging as most clinicians have the fear or stigma that antibiotic de-escalation is strongly associated with higher mortality. This study aimed to determine the factors strongly corre...

This systematic review examines the concept of awe in tourism and hospitality research through a comprehensive analysis of 41 empirical studies published between 2012 and 2023. Using the PRISMA methodology, the review reveals three key findings: (1) a strong consensus in awe conceptualization within tourism research, primarily following Keltner and...

Abstract Introduction: Recurrent post-traumatic bacterial meningitis is a formidable delayed complication of head injury, which is indeed related to very high morbidity and mortality. Its recurrent nature can inflict a huge impact on the patient's life. Forensic investigation of this condition serves both; legal and medical interests. The current...

The current global development trends, technological development and IT solutions. i.e. industries. 4.0. Many jobs will be vanished due to ICT, AI, & technological advancement. This article explores the transformative potential of Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and blockchain technology within the travel, tourism, and hospitality industry. The touris...

This chapter focuses on the promotion and consumption of ‘different’ national and regional histories in Russian tourism. The search for ‘difference’—different scenes, sights, and landscapes that are out of the ordinary—is a key part of the tourist experience. This chapter argues that to better understand the communication of national pasts in touri...

Hyponatremic hypertensive syndrome (HHS) is a rare disorder, particularly in adults. A 76-year-old woman presented with vomiting and severe hyponatremia. The patient had been hospitalized four times over the past four years due to hyponatremia and recurrent vomiting. On admission, magnetic resonance angiography revealed left renal artery stenosis,...

Digital technology is the trend nowadays, and it is almost impossible for companies to be competitive in the market without using digital technologies. In recent years, the tourism and hospitality sector has gained immense popularity. The digital products market has appeared with applications that help the hospitality sector be more flexible and ef...

Objectives: The aim of this research is to propose a new approach for developing graduate curricula in tourism and hospitality. This approach is based on four main pillars: the needs of businesses and the market, the needs of students, the development of international standards, and the vision of secondary schools for industry. Methods: To identify...

This study describes the incidence of asthma and all-cause hospital admissions among children in Kazakhstan diagnosed between 2014 and 2021. In this retrospective cohort study, we included children aged 0–17 years diagnosed with asthma (ICD-10 codes J45.x) and registered in the Unified National Electronic Health System (UNEHS) during 2014–2021. In...

This study examines the rise of Airbnb in Sri Lanka and its multifaceted impact on the tourism industry and the broader economy. As a disruptive force in the hospitality sector, Airbnb has introduced affordable and unique accommodations, empowering local homeowners and promoting off-the-beaten-path destinations. However, its rapid growth has also r...

Background Hospitalized patients with dementia exhibit high mortality rates, underscoring the importance of investigating variables associated with reduced survival. This study aims to determine the incidence of dementia among hospitalized patients and survival rates at 1 and 3 years post-hospitalization. Methods A retrospective cohort study was c...

Objective This study investigated the frequency and risk factors of acute liver injury (ALI) and the association between ALI and treatment in hospitalized patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Methods This was a single-center retrospective study of 631 hospitalized patients ≥18 years old who were diagnosed with COVID-19 and received tr...

Background Health-related quality of life is an important measure of patient-reported outcomes. There is limited evidence on how parental health-related quality of life develops after neonatal hospitalization. Objective To evaluate parents’ health-related quality of life (HRQL) during the year following their infant’s treatment in the neonatal int...

Background The Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 has been associated with unique clinical presentations in children, including croup-like symptoms such as barking cough, hoarseness, and respiratory distress. This study aimed to compare the clinical, laboratory, and treatment characteristics of hospitalized pediatric patients with croup who tested posit...

The main focus of this study is to examine the influence of job insecurity, social support, and perfectionism (i.e., self-oriented perfectionism and socially prescribed perfectionism) on presenteeism among employees in the hospitality sector in Malaysia. The present cross-sectional data was collected by distributing bilingual self-administered ques...

The metaverse is revolutionizing the tourism and hospitality industries by offering immersive virtual experiences, enhancing customer engagement, and streamlining operations. Through virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), travelers can explore destinations, hotels, and attractions before booking, improving decision-making. Hotels and reso...

Objective: We aimed to compare the forebrain length, corpus callosum sub-segment thickness, corpus callosum area, and corpus callosum index in the cerebral magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of schizophrenia patients and healthy individuals. Materials and Methods: In this retrospective study, 137 schizophrenia patients who met the inclusion and exclu...

Abstract Introduction and Objective. Heart failure (HF), the most common cardiovascular condition, is a major challenge inan aging society. The aim of the study was to analyze the occurrence of frailty syndrome and adherence to therapeutic recommendations in elderly patients with HF hospitalized ina hospital emergency department (ED). The study als...

The hotel industry is highly dynamic and competitive, requiring a balance between exceptional guest service and data-driven strategic decision-making. This study explores key performance indicators (KPIs) used to assess revenue, efficiency, guest satisfaction, and operational effectiveness within the hotel sector, with a particular focus on Sri Lan...

Background Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) are a common complication in hemodialysis (HD) patients with central venous catheters (CVCs), often caused by Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Vancomycin is the preferred first-line treatment for MRSA-related CRBSI. At Hospital Pakar Sultanah Fatimah (HPSF), the current...

This review article describes why and how aripiprazole was formulated as aripiprazole lauroxil (AL), an extended-release antipsychotic agent that is delivered via a long-acting injectable formulation, and the clinical trials investigating its use. AL was formulated as an inactive prodrug of aripiprazole using LinkeRx® technology to provide a prolon...

The relationship between the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), diabetes mellitus (DM), and the risk of death in patients with COVID-19 remains controversial. We hypothesized that DM and certain characteristics of the COVID-19 course during hospital treatment may alter the assessment...

This study delved into the relationship between workplace ostracism and knowledge hoarding among employees, a critical concern for corporations striving for innovation. Leveraging Affective Events Theory (AET), we hypothesized that workplace ostracism fosters knowledge hoarding, potentially mediated by negative emotions. In addition, we proposed th...

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a significant cause of respiratory infections in adults, particularly among older adults and individuals with chronic diseases. While traditionally linked to pediatric populations, RSV’s impact on adults, especially the elderly, is increasingly recognized but remains understudied in many regions. This retrospect...

This research aims to examine hospitality and tourism students’ acceptance and usage of Microsoft Copilot for educational purposes in Egyptian public universities. It also investigates the mediating role of behavioral intention (BI) in the connection between hospitality and tourism students’ acceptance and actual use of Microsoft Copilot. This stud...

Background/Objectives: Hospital bed shortage is a widespread issue affecting healthcare systems globally, often exacerbated by bed-blocking, a phenomenon where patients remain hospitalized longer than medically necessary due to discharge delays. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of patients with bed-blocker status admitted to the...

Objective This study aims to explore the correlation between visceral adiposity index (VAI) and diabetes kidney disease (DKD) in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), so as to provide a clinical basis for the prevention and treatment of DKD. Methods This study retrospectively analyzed 1817 patients with T2DM hospitalized in the department...

Recent literature has emphasized exploring the diverse skill set necessary for effective leadership. However, there has been relatively less focus on the influence of leadership emotional intelligence, especially within hospitality and tourism industry. This study seeks to address this gap by examining the key role of leadership emotional intellige...

Background: Several influenza vaccine formulations are available, including adjuvanted, high-dose, trivalent, and quadrivalent vaccines, and direct, comparative evidence on the relative effectiveness is limited. Real-life data on the potential impact of the co-administration of pneumococcal and/or SARS-CoV-2 vaccinations are also very scarce. Durin...

Chronic disfiguring skin conditions profoundly affect patients’ quality of life (QoL) due to their physical, psychological, and emotional consequences. Although the presence of depression and anxiety symptomatology in dermatological patients is well established, the specific roles of emotional dysregulation, dysmorphophobic concerns, and hopelessne...

Background/Objectives: The factors associated with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) are not yet fully understood in developing countries. Our objective was to investigate the relationship between food consumption and the occurrence of PASC in Brazilian elderly people. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 1322 elderly people aged 60 or...

Sri Lanka's tourism and hospitality industry is a cornerstone of its economy, contributing significantly to employment, foreign exchange earnings, and international recognition. However, a fundamental flaw within the education system threatens the industry's long-term sustainability: an alarming number of lecturers teaching tourism and hospitality...

Objective To better understand clinicians’ rationale for ordering testing for C. difficile infection (CDI) for patients receiving laxatives and the impact of the implementation of a clinical decision support (CDS) intervention. Design A mixed-methods, case series was performed from March 2, 2017 to December 31, 2018. Setting Yale New Haven Hospit...

Background Proximal hip fractures (PHFs) increased worldwide due to population ageing and represent the third cause of admission in Spanish centenarians. Recognizing trends in their evolution could improve their healthcare. Aim To describe changes in trends in clinical characteristics, surgical decisions and in-hospital outcomes in PHF among cente...

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) causes symptoms that disturb the clinical profile, functionality and quality of life of infected patients. Many CAP patients are hospitalized as a result of these conditions. A sedentary lifestyle is a risk factor for symptoms and functional decline in hospitalized patients; for this reason, it could be a key fact...

Background: Diabetes-related hospital readmissions within 30-days are costly and an indicator of suboptimal care resolution. Nurse-led transitional care interventions may improve glucose control and reduce emergency department recidivism following hospital discharge in very low-income populations. Methods: An intention-to-treat design with randomiz...

Background/Objectives: Spondylodiscitis (SD) is a challenging and multifaceted condition with increasing incidences globally. Mental health disorders (MHDs) are well recognized for their negative impacts on outcomes. To our knowledge, the effects of MHDs on SD have not been studied. This study aims to assess the incidence of MHDs in patients hospit...

This research explores heterogeneity in customers’ reference-dependent sensitivities using rich, individual level CRM data from a large casino in the U.S. and discusses implications for targeting decisions. We use a unique panel dataset of over 12,000 slot machine gamblers over 14 years and model heterogeneity in reference-dependent sensitivities a...

The hospitality and tourism industry face significant challenges in preparing a skilled workforce to meet evolving market demands. This study analyzes research trends related to training, competencies, and job readiness in the sector, focusing on key themes, influential contributors, and existing gaps. Utilizing the Scopus database, 205 publication...

Climate change affects mountain tourism and summer glacier skiing, a highly vulnerable activity. This paper explores the complex dynamics affecting summer glacier skiing in Swiss Alpine destinations. The methodology involved conducting 26 semi-structured interviews followed by three workshops with tourism stakeholders. Applying systems thinking, th...

Objective Physical activity levels of patients in hospital are low. The aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of physiotherapists, nurses, and physicians about physical activity of hospitalized patients. Design Qualitative focus group study using phenomenology. Setting University hospital. Participants Thirty healthcare professionals...

Background/Objectives: Dehydration and malnutrition are common conditions in older adults. Although both are regulated by different pathways, they seem to share common risk factors, such as dysphagia and dementia. Only scarce data on their co-occurrence are published. An exploratory analysis of a multicenter prospective trial on the determinants of...

Objective A functional immune system is essential for recovery from pneumonia; hence, measuring and monitoring immune-status indicators is clinically important. This study aimed to determine whether QuantiFERON monitoring (QMF) could predict healthcare-associated infection (HCAI) according to the immune-status of patients with pneumonia. Methods P...

Hepatic abscess from gastric foreign body perforation is a condition considered rare. Here we describe the case of a middle-aged man hospitalized for fever, which at the end of the investigations was due to the presence of a foreign body liver abscess. The radiological examination with computed tomography was conclusive. Despite antibiotic therapy,...

Candida species are major pathogens of bloodstream infections (BSIs) in hospitalized patients, with high mortality. This study examined Candida species distribution, clinical characteristics, and the mortality of patients with Candida BSIs. Adult patients (≥16 years) with Candida BSIs at a teaching hospital (2014–2023) were retrospectively reviewed...

Background Informed consent (IC) represents one of the fundamental rights of patients in healthcare. An essential aspect of the IC process is providing patients with equal access to information to enable them to make the right decisions. However, failure to obtain IC undermines patient autonomy, lowers patient satisfaction, increases risks, and neg...

Fictitious disorder by proxy (FDP) is characterized by an adult, often a parent, alleging or fabricating symptoms in a child to induce repeated diagnostic tests or treatments. This form of abuse is particularly serious and difficult to diagnose. Worldwide, it is estimated that 0.5 to 1.2 per 100,000 children are abused in this way every year. We re...

Background Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is one of the deadliest respiratory viruses. There is a need to better identify prognostic factors in RSV-infected patients, particularly those requiring intensive care unit (ICU) admission, with a focus on immunosuppressed patients. Methods Multicenter, retrospective cohort study of RSV-infected adults...

Background Individuals living with chronic conditions (CC) typically have a higher risk of more severe outcomes when exposed to infection. Although many studies have investigated the relationship between CCs and COVID-19 severity, they are generally limited to clinical or hospitalized populations. There is a need to estimate the impact of pre-exist...

In this paper, we present 2 patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction in the course of Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. The first patient, a female admitted with STEMI, was diagnosed with SCAD with intravascular imaging and treated with IVUS-guided PCI. In the second patient, a young male hospitalized due to angina and STEMI, SCAD was...

Background The location of thrombus in acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a debatable prognostic factor. We compared the characteristics and outcomes of hospitalized patients with central versus peripheral PE. Methods This retrospective study evaluated patients with acute PE diagnosed by CT pulmonary angiography who were hospitalized between 01/01/2...

The disease course and outcome of COVID-19 greatly varies between individuals. To explore which biological systems may contribute to this variation, we examined how individual metabolites and three metabolic scores relate to COVID-19 outcomes in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The metabolome of 346 patients was measured using the 1H-NMR Nightingale...

To investigate the clinical value of inflammatory markers and cytokines at admission in evaluating the efficacy of different doses of glucocorticoids in the treatment of severe Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (MPP) in children. A total of 159 children who were hospitalized and diagnosed with severe MPP in our hospital were selected for the study. T...

Background Transtrochanteric rotational osteotomy (TRO) for osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) is considered technically demanding, with varying results among institutions. This is due to the complex soft tissue exposure and determination of the osteotomy line. We report a case in which the osteotomy line was assessed using the Stryker OrthoM...

Objectives Complications of intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), although rare, have a poor prognosis with high mortality rates. This study aims to provide information on the clinical characteristics and outcomes of hospitalized patients with ICH after PCI. Materials and methods This retrospective study inc...

Background and Aims: Since the adoption of novel prog-nostic scores, such as the iterative model for end-stage liver disease (MELD 3.0) and the gender-equity model for liver allocation (GEMA), their utility has markedly expanded to diverse clinical scenarios. However, data concerning their prog-nostic value in more generalized cirrhotic populations...

Objective The aim of this study was to compare the risk of seizure, recurrent stroke, fall or fracture, and mortality in individuals prescribed different antiseizure medications (ASMs) following an ischemic stroke. Methods We identified all patients admitted to a Victorian public or private hospital with a principal diagnosis of an incident ischem...

Objective To determine the prevalence of nonadherence to breast cancer and colorectal cancer screening, associated risk factors, and screening preference among hospitalized women with and without diabetes aged 50–75 years who were cancer-free at baseline. Methods A prospective study compared women with and without diabetes who were cancer-free (ex...

Sustentacular fragment displacement is not uncommon in calcaneal fractures. The factors that suggest a possible displacement of sustentacular fragment are still unclear. Displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures with calcaneocuboid joint involvement are the most common type of calcaneal fracture. The purpose of this study is to investigate whet...