OBJECTIVE: To determine changes in inflammatory parameter values ​​after foam sclerotherapy of varicose vein. The values ​​of inflammatory parameters were taken and compared immediately after treatment and seven days after treatment. METHODS: A total of 41 patients with verified varicose vein disease were included in this study. They were monitore...

By Anel Okic, Magrin Alic, Hasib Mujic, Amel Hadzimehmedagic, Nermina Babic, Nesina Avdagic

Introduction. Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm (RAAA) is a life-threatening emergency with high mortality. While conventional risk factors are well recognized, emerging evidence suggests environmental temperature may also influence rupture risk. This relationship has not been studied in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The aim of this study is to inv...

By Muhamed Djedović, Armin Sljivo, Bedrudin Banjanovic1, Haris Vukas, Edin Kabil, Alden Begic, Samed Djedović

Introduction: Environmental factors may influence postoperative outcomes and quality of life following total hip replacement (THR). This study investigated the impact of the geographical location of the surgical site, as well as the patient’s place of birth and residence, on treatment outcomes in individuals with artificial hips. Methods: A ...

By Slavko Manojlovic, Dragana Dragicevic-Cvjetkovic, Nemanja Manojlović, Zeljko Jovičić, Mirko Manojlović, Ferid Krupić

Aim This study analyzed the research trends related to stem cells and secretome in aplastic anemia between 2018 and 2023 using a bibliometric approach to understand developments and research distribution in this field. Methods The Scopus database was used to search for relevant articles on aplastic anemia and its relationship to stem cells or secr...

By Citra Primavita Mayangsari, Harsono Salimo, Yulia Lanti Retno Dewi, Agung Putra,, Betty Suryawati, Annang Giri Moelyo

Aim Unintended scaphoid excision is a rare but serious complication that can occur during surgical procedures involving the trapezium, including but not limited to trapeziectomy. Although prosthetic replacement is increasingly favored in the treatment of rhizarthrosis, trapeziectomy (with or without ligamentoplasty) remains a widely used and effect...

By Camillo Fulchignoni, Silvia Pietramala, Chiara Muci, Alessandro El Motassime, Andrea Cruciani, Lorenzo Rocchi, Gianfranco Merendi

Aim Orthopedic implants must meet specific criteria, including mechanical strength, durability, and biocompatibility. This study compares the immune response of zirconia, polyether ether ketone (PEEK), and stainless-steel implants in vivo, focusing on lymphocyte and fibroblast infiltration as indicators of immune activation. Methods A total of 27 ...

By Agung Riyanto Budi Santoso, Respati Suryanto Dradjat, Edi Mustamsir, Setyawan Purnomo Sakti, Panji Sananta, Hidayat Sujuti, Heri Suroto

Aim To determine the outcome of pregnancies in women whose pregnancies resulted from in vitro fertilisatio  (IVF) procedure. Methods This a retrospective cohort study was conducted at the Clinic for Gynecology and Obstetrics, University Clinical Center Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Data from the delivery protocol were analyzed over a five-ye...

By Gordana Grgić, Anis Cerovac, Azra Hadžimehmedović, Selma Muratović, Asja Terzić, Ermin Čehić

Aim Recent studies challenge the initial belief that medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) is contraindicated for patients with anterior cruciate ligament deficiency (ACLD) due to increased risk of periprosthetic tibial fractures, revealing promising outcomes with advancements in surgical techniques and patient selection. This study aimed...

By Krisna Yuarno Phatama, Edi Mustamsir, Ananto Satya Pradana, Domy Pradana Putra, Yudha Anantha Khaerul Putra, Felix Giovanni Hartono

Aim: To assess the impact of cognitive impairments on various domains of quality of life in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods: This prospective study included 135 MS patients and 50 healthy controls. Participants were divided into three groups: patients with MS for more than one year (n=85), newly diagnosed MS patients (n=50), and h...

By Aida Šehanović, Suljo Kunić, Anida Šehanović, Dževdet Smajlović, Emir Tupković, Omer Ć. Ibrahimagić

Aim Vaccine hesitancy challenges global public health, with parental attitudes significantly impacting childhood immunization. This study examined parental perceptions of vaccine safety, effectiveness, and decision-making factors in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted in March 2025 with 233 parents at a Primary H...

By Anesa Terzić, Elma Mujaković, Emir Bećirović, Minela Bećirović, Almira Ćosićkić