Clinical Holistic Medicine: Tools for a Medical Science Based on Consciousness by Søren Ventegodt, Mohammed Morad, Niels Jorgen Andersen, Joav Merrick

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Autoimmune Diseases and Their Manifestations on Oral Cavity: Diagnosis and Clinical Management by Matteo Saccucci, Gabriele Di Carlo, Maurizio Bossù, Francesca Giovarruscio, Alessandro Salucci, Antonella Polimeni

“…Indeed, an early diagnosis can play a decisive role in improving the quality of treatment strategies as well as quality of life. This can be obtained thanks to specific knowledge of oral manifestations of autoimmune diseases. …”
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Beneath the surface: unveiling the gut–brain axis in anorexia and depression by Fatima Shahid, Zain Afridi, Muhammad Ali, Muhammad Nabeel Saddique, Javed Iqbal, Anurag Jha

“…This research has the potential to transform the management of these conditions and improve quality of life for those affected. Level of evidence Low level of evidence as it is a personal opinion.…”
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A Comprehensive Review of Celecoxib Oral Solution for the Acute Treatment of Migraine by Nazir Noor, Courtney LaChute, Mathew Root, Jasmine Rogers, Madeleine Richard, Giustino Varrassi, Ivan Urits, Omar Viswanath, Nazih Khater, Alan D. Kaye

“…This neurological disease is often debilitating and greatly affects the quality of life of those it inflicts. In fact, a recent study conducted by the Global Burden of Disease and published in The Lancet Neurology revealed that migraines ranked second to only back pain as the most disabling disease. …”
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Development of Assistive Robots Using International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health: Concept, Applications, and Issues by Hideyuki Tanaka, Masahiro Yoshikawa, Eimei Oyama, Yujin Wakita, Yoshio Matsumoto

“…The goal of the framework is the realization of the life design and the improvement of the quality of life using assistive technologies. We describe the concept of utilizing ICF in the development process of assistive robots, and demonstrate its utility by using some examples of practical application such as the analysis of daily living, the design of assistive robots and the evaluation of assistive robots. …”
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Humanities Education for Engineering Students: Enhancing Soft Skills Development by Fouzia Munir

“…Engineering is a vital profession in our society as it provides innovative and creative solutions to problems faced by humanity to improve the quality of life. Engineering decisions and designs affect not only humans but they also affect the entire planet. …”
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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF PERSONNEL IN THE CONDITIONS OF INNOVATIVE ECONOMY AS A FACTOR OF INCREASING THE LEVEL OF LIFE QUALITY by N. I. Laas, I. A. Romanova, E. V. Gurova

“…The importance of the social development of personnel in innovative economy as a decisive factor in the stability of society and improving the quality of life of both workers themselves and the entire population of the country has been defined. …”
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Diagnosis of Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Patient Reaction and Adaptation—Case Study and Review of the Literature by Solomis Solomou, Maria Stavrou, Justin Marley

“…Given that heart failure generally has a chronic course, it is important to appreciate the impact it can have on the quality of life of patients and also their partners or family carers. …”
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MANAGEMENT OF TYPE 2 DIABETES by Maitham Abdallah Albajy, Dan Florin Mihailescu

“…It poses a significant public health concern, impacting both health and quality of life. Individuals with T2DM may have normal fasting glucose levels. …”
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Robotic-Assisted Laparoscopic “Salvage” Rectopexy for Recurrent Ileoanal J-Pouch Prolapse by Madhu Ragupathi, Chirag B. Patel, Diego I. Ramos-Valadez, Eric M. Haas

“…Despite its correlation with an excellent quality of life and favorable long-term outcomes, RP/IPAA has been associated with several complications. …”
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Stretta Radiofrequency Treatment for GERD: A Safe and Effective Modality by Mark Franciosa, George Triadafilopoulos, Hiroshi Mashimo

“…Stretta reduces esophageal acid exposure, decreases the frequency of transient lower esophageal relaxation, increases patient satisfaction, decreases medication use, and improves quality of life. As such, this procedure remains a valuable nonsurgical treatment option in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease.…”
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The Effect of the Application and Capability of Information and Communication Technology(ICT) on Knowledge-Based Urban Development in Tehran Metropolis by navid ahangari, Shahrbano movsavi, reza shahbaznejad

“…Knowledge-based cities, leveraging this technology, are at the forefront of enhancing the quality of life for residents and the efficiency of services towards achieving sustainable urban development. …”
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A Case of Gallstones Causing Pelvic Pain by Aizat Drahman, Kaushi Arulpragasam, Lilach Leibenson, Frank Sardelic

“…The pain was debilitating and largely affecting the patient’s quality of life. Therefore, decision to perform diagnostic laparoscopy and gallstones was found all over pelvic cavity and retrieved. …”
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Cognitive Impairment and Fall Risk in Multiple Sclerosis: A Review Study by Negar Balali, Ashkan Irani, Seyed Mansoor Rayegani

“…Cognitive impairments impact various aspects of life, including quality of life, safety (fall risk and driving), and participation. …”
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What is New and Innovative in Emergency Neurosurgery? Emerging Diagnostic Technologies Provide Better Care and Influence Outcome: A Specialist Review by Athanasios K. Zisakis, Vassilios Varsos, Aristomenis Exadaktylos

“…The pressure on physicians to be quick and effective and to avoid any misjudgement of the patient has been transferred to the technology, with the emphasis on developing new systems that will provide our patients with a better outcome and quality of life.…”
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Opening a Window on Attention: Adjuvant Therapies for Inflammatory Bowel Disease by Qiyue Wang, Shuyi Mi, Zixuan Yu, Qiyi Li, Jiacai Lei

“…As most IBD patients are young at onset, their quality of life (QOL) can be influenced to varying degrees. …”
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Monocytes as Regulators of Inflammation and HIV-Related Comorbidities during cART by Joshua J. Anzinger, Tiffany R. Butterfield, Thomas A. Angelovich, Suzanne M. Crowe, Clovis S. Palmer

“…Combined antiretroviral therapy (cART) extends the lifespan and the quality of life for HIV-infected persons but does not completely eliminate chronic immune activation and inflammation. …”
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Burning Mouth Syndrome: Aetiopathogenesis and Principles of Management by L. Feller, J. Fourie, M. Bouckaert, R. A. G. Khammissa, R. Ballyram, J. Lemmer

“…There is no cure for BMS, and treatment with either local or systemic medications focuses on the relief of symptoms and on improving quality of life. In recalcitrant cases, psychological/psychiatric intervention may be helpful. …”
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Exercise Preferences Are Different after Stroke by Geraldine Banks, Julie Bernhardt, Leonid Churilov, Toby B. Cumming

“…This questionnaire, together with established assessments of physical activities, mood, and quality of life, was completed in a single assessment session. …”
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Using Exploratory Focus Groups to Inform the Development of Targeted COPD Self-Management Education DVDs for Rural Patients by Michael Stellefson, Beth H. Chaney, J. Don Chaney

“…Engaging rural communities in formal qualitative inquiries to describe COPD specific needs for self-management may lead to future use of educational technologies aimed at improving quality of life for these rural, hard to reach populations.…”
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