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    Rhabdomyolysis in Critically Ill Surgical Patients
    (Academy of Medical Sciences of Bosnia and Herzegovina, 2016-07-27)
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    Cvetkovska, E.
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    Kuzmanovski, I.
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    Rhabdomyolysis is a syndrome of injury of skeletal muscles associated with myoglobinuria, muscle weakness, electrolyte imbalance and often, acute kidney injury as severe complication.
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    MORGAGNI HERNIA IN THE ADULT PATIENT: A CASE REPORT
    (University of Niš, Faculty of Medicine, Niš, 2020-12-23)
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    Stefan Jovic
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    The aim of this review paper is to present the state of complementary and alternative medicine in the Republic of Serbia and compare it with other developing and developed countries around the world.In most countries of the world, the legalization and integration of the Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) into the health system went very slowly until the 1970s, when there was an important global change in socioeconomic conditions. WHO estimates that $ 83 billion was spent on traditional medicine in the world market in 2008. Significant variations in financial allocations to CAM across the globe have been observed, however, their direct comparison has been hampered by differences in the definitions and categorization of CAM used, as well as by the use of different currencies in different time periods. The development of CAM in the Balkans, during the 1990s, was hampered by war and transition, and the resolution of CAM was delayed. For the first time, the law regulates the implementation of the CAM in Serbia in 2005 by Article 235 of the Health Care Act.In the Republic of Serbia, evidence of the extent of use of CAM methods is very modest, although worldwide research shows an accelerated upward trend in the use of CAM. This paper is our contribution to the further development and better recognition of CAM methods by both the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Serbia and the professional public.
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    The Effect of Rectus Sheath Block as a Supplement of General Anesthesia on Postoperative Analgesia in Adult Patient Undergoing Umbilical Hernia Repair
    (Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2017-12-01)
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    Zdravkovska, Milka
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    Ultrasound guided rectus sheath block can block the ventral rami of the 7th to 12th thoracolumbar nerves by injection of local anesthetic into the space between the rectus muscle and posterior rectus sheath. The aim of this randomized double-blind study was to evaluate the analgesic effect of the bilateral ultrasound guided rectus sheath block as supplement of general anesthesia on patents undergoing elective umbilical hernia repair.
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    THE ANALGESIC EFFECT OF ULTRASOUND-GUIDED TRANSVERSUS ABDOMINIS PLANE (TAP) BLOCK FOR LAPAROSCOPIC BILATERAL INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR
    (Department of Anaesthesia and Reanimation, Faculty of Medicine, “Ss. Cyril and Methodius” University, Skopje, Macedonia, 2017-04)
    Toleska M
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    Background: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block is a (new) regional anesthetic technique that provides analgesia to the parietal peritoneum, as well as the skin and muscles of the anterior abdominal wall, by introducing local anesthetic into the neuro-fascial plane between the internal oblique and the transversus abdominis muscles. Pain after laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia surgery can be moderate to severe and can result in prolonged hospital stay, unanticipated hospital admission and delayed return to normal daily activities. We evaluated the efficacy of TAP block in patients undergoing laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia repair in a randomized controlled clinical trial. Material and methods: Sixty patients undergoing laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia repair were randomized to undergo standard care (n=30) or to undergo a bilateral TAP block with bupivacaine (n=30). All patients received standard anesthetic, and after induction of anesthesia, the TAP group received an ultrasound-guided bilateral TAP block. Each patient was assessed after operation at 2, 6, 12 and 24 hours after surgery. Results: Bilateral ultrasound-guided TAP block significantly reduced postoperative visual analogue scale (VAS) pain scores at rest and on moving, reduced ketonal and tramadol postoperative consumption and reduced incidence of PONV in the TAP block group after surgery compared to control group. Conclusion: Bilateral ultrasound-guided TAP block provides effective postoperative analgesia during the 24 postoperative hours after laparoscopic bilateral inguinal hernia repair.
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    Promoter length polymorphism in UGT1A1 and the risk of sporadic colorectal cancer
    (Elsevier BV, 2012-04)
    Hiljadnikova Bajro, Marija
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    Josifovski, Toni
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    Panovski, Milco
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    Kapedanovska Nestorovska, Aleksandra
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    DOUBLE, VERY SHORT CYSTIC ARTERY: ANATOMIC VARIATION REVEALED DURING LAPAROSCOPIC CHOLECYSTECTOMY: A CASE REPORT
    (Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian Medical Association, 2020)
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    Marija Toleska
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    Introduction. The cystic artery (CA) is the key struc-ture sought to be clipped or ligated during laparoscopicor conventional cholecystectomy.In up to 25% of sub-jects, the superficial and deep branches of the CA have separate origins and Michels called them double CA. Case report. We are presenting a 38-year-old female with one-year history of chronic gallbladder inflamma-tion. During the laparoscopy dissection in the region of the Calot’striangle, we revealed an anatomic va-riation of the cystic artery-a double cystic artery. The more important thing was that both branches were ex-tremely short, or at the lower limit of the publishedlengths of this blood vessel-approximately 3mm each. Bydoing so, the surgicalcourse further took the standardcourse-laparoscopic clips were placed on both branches. Conclusion. The incidence of double CA ranges from 15 to 25%. Such arteries usually arise from RHA and frequently replace the deep branch of the CA. Anatomicvariations in and around Calot’s triangle are frequent. Therefore, careful dissection of Calot’s triangle is ne-cessary for both conventional and laparoscopic chole-cystectomy. Hemorrhage could be a problem during search of the CA if these variations are overlooked and that increases the rate of conversion to open surgery. It also hasto be kept in mind that during laparoscopic visualization anatomical relations are seen differently compared to conventional cholecystectomy
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    HYPERTENSIVE DISORDERS IN PREGNANCY-PHYSICIANS’AWARENESS FOR EARLY DETECTION
    (Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian Medical Association, 2019)
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    Abstract Introduction. Hypertensive disorders in pregnancy are a major cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis, term delivery, and/or patient’s transfer to a tertiary institution have a huge impact on favorable outcome. Aim. To estimate ob-gyn physician’s awareness for early detection of pregnancy hypertension i.e. for establishing diagnosis before the onset of symptoms. Methods. Study population was consisted of all pregnant women in ≥37 week of gestation admitted to Special Hospital for Obstetrics and Gynecology “Mother Teresa” during the period 15.02-28.02.2018. Тhe study was designed as a retrospective one, and the data were collected by a questionnaire. Additionally, histories of all patients admitted to SHOG “Mother Teresa” between 01.01.2017 and 31.12.2017 under diagnosis of PIH/PE (pregnancy-induced hypertension/pre-eclampsia), were analyzed retrospectively whether the diagnosis was established during the hospital admission or before. Results. Twenty-two percent of pregnant women that underwent regular antenatal check-ups did not have blood pressure measurement taken by their ob-gyn physician at all. Only in 16.7% of cases, the diagnosis was established early, i.e. before the onset of symptoms. Conclusion. The awareness of ob-gyn physicians for early (pre-symptomatic) detection of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy is low.
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    MENAGEMENT OF BUTTONHOLE RECTAL INJURY AFTER VAGINAL DELEVERY - A CASE REPORT
    (Македонско лекарско друштво = Macedonian Medical Association, 2020)
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    Abstract Introduction. A special form of higher degree perinealtear is a laceration of the anorectal epithelium with in-tact external anal sphincter muscle (“buttonhole tear”). This is very rare but, when not treated, carries the risk of a rectovaginalfistula. Case Report. We present a case of a nullipara, in which a spontaneous vaginal delivery of a fetus in the vertex presentation was complicated by a buttonhole rectal tear with a partial lesion of the sphincters. It was recognized on the 4thpostpartum day, and a recon-struction of the lesion with a diversing colostomy was made soon. Upon returning the colostoma, the patient at 6 months postpartum has good continence and is in a good condition. Discussion. There are very few cases reporting an isolated rectal lesion during parturition. Several factorsmay play a role in the etiology of these lesions, inclu-ding instrumentation, birth weight of more than 4 kilo-grams, midline episiotomy, persistent occipitoposterior presentation, nulliparity, tissue factors, and second sta-ge >1 hour. Obstetric anal sphincter and rectal injuriescan be missed if rectal examination is not carried out asa standard procedure prior to suturing. This can have a devastating effect on the physical and emotional well-being of women.Conclusion. Careful examination of the vagina and the rectum should be performed in all cases of perineal tears following a vaginal delivery. Buttonhole injuries, although rare, should be considered as severe traumas similar to the 4th degree lacerations and managed prom-ptlyby experienced surgeons.
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    Effect of Adding Dexamethasone as a Ropivacaine Adjuvant in Ultrasound-Guided Transversus Abdominis Plane Block for Inguinal Hernia Repair
    (Macedonian Academy of Sciences and Arts / Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2015)
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    Zdravkovska, Milka
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    Background: The transverses abdominals plane block (TAP) is a regional anesthesia technique that provided analgesia to the parietal peritoneum, skin and muscles of the anterior abdominal wall. The aim of this randomized double-blind study was to evaluate postoperative analgesia on patients undergoing open inguinal hernia repair under general anesthesia (GA), (GA + TAP) block preformed with ropivacaine and (GA + TAP-D) block preformed with ropivacaine and 4 mg dexamethasone. Methods: 90 (ASA I-II) adult patients for unilateral open inguinal hernia repair were included in this study. In group I (n = 30) patents received only general anesthesia (GA). Patients in group II (n = 30) received GA and unilateral TAP block with 25 ml of 0.5% ropivacaine and the patients in group III (n = 30) received GA and unilateral TAP-D block with 25 ml of 0.5% ropivacaine + 4 mg Dexamethadsone. In this study we assessed the pain score - VAS at rest at 2, 4, 6, 12 and 24 hours after the operation and the total analgesic consumption of morphine over 24 hours. Results: There were statistically significant differences in the VAS scores between group I, group II and group III at all postoperative time points - 2(hr), 4(hr), 6(hr), 12(hr) and 24(hr). (p < 0.00001). The cumulative 24 hours morphine consumption after the operation was significantly lower in group III (5.53 1.21 mg) than in group II (6.16 2.41 mg) and group I (9.26 2.41 mg). This difference is statistically significant (p < 0.00001). Conclusion: Concerning the inguinal hernia repair we found better postoperative pain scores and 24 hours reduction of the morphine consumption in group III (GA and TAP-D block) compared with group I (GA) and group II (GA + TAP block).
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    Single Dose of Magnesium Sulfate as an Adjuvant to General Anesthesia Improves Pain Control, Discomfort and Quality of Sleep Postoperatively
    (Macedonian Medical Association/Walter de Gruyter GmbH, 2016-12-01)
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    Tolevska, Marija Donevska
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