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Biokinetics
Medial meniscus injuries in athletes

The aim of this article is to discuss the various medial meniscus injuries and the importance of the management thereof.

3 CPD points


Biokinetics
Ethical principles in clinical practice

The aim of this article is to discuss the importance of ethical standards within healthcare.

3 CPD points


Biokinetics
Ethics education

This review looks at the importance of ethics education in healthcare.

3 CPD points


Clinical Technology
Contributing factors for catheter related blood stream infections in HD patients

This article provides a detailed explanation of the risk factors that contributes to catheter-associated bloodstream infection in hemodialysis patients using metanalysis.

3 CPD points


Clinical Technology
Research Ethics Related to Artificial intelligence For Global Health Research

This article discusses major themes related to challenges and strategies for promoting ethics in research involving AI in global health.

3 CPD points


Dentistry
Diagnostic and Prognostic Predictors for the Success of Pulpotomy in Permanent Mature Posterior Teeth with Moderate to Severe Pulpitis

The aim of the article is to examine the potential connections between periodontal disease and systemic health, emphasizing the significance of oral health in overall well-being and advocating for integrated healthcare strategies.

3 CPD points


Dietetics
Impact of Corn Fiber on the Physicochemical/Technological Properties, Emotions, Purchase Intent and Sensory Characteristics of Gluten Free Bread with Novel Flours

The aim of the article is to examine the role of dietary patterns, particularly the Mediterranean diet, in promoting health and preventing chronic diseases. It likely explores scientific evidence supporting the benefits of such dietary approaches and may offer recommendations for incorporating them into everyday life.

2 CPD points


Dietetics
Identification of the Risk Factors Associated with Low Bone Density in Peri- and Early Postmenopausal Women

The aim of the article is likely to investigate the relationship between dietary factors and mental health, exploring how nutrition influences cognitive function and psychological well-being, with the intention of identifying potential interventions for mental health support.

2 CPD points


Emergency Care
A prediction model for massive hemorrhage in trauma

This article investigates the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with pneumonia, focusing on factors such as severity, complications, and mortality rates in different patient populations.

2 CPD points


Emergency Care
Video Laryngoscopy vs. Direct Laryngoscopy in adult patients

The article educates on the methodologies and efficacy of video laryngoscopy (VL) versus direct laryngoscopy (DL) in emergency intubation, highlighting VL's advantages and limitations, and emphasizing the need for further research.

2 CPD points


Medical Technology
Comparison of commercial assays and two-step approach to detect Clostridioides difficile in South Africa

The article evaluates diagnostic tests for Clostridioides difficile infection, comparing commercial assays and a two-step approach with toxigenic culture. It highlights performance and implications for resource-limited settings.

2 CPD points


Medical Technology
Hepatitis B vaccination coverage amongst healthcare workers in a tertiary academic hospital

The study investigates HBV vaccination among healthcare workers (HCWs) at a Gauteng hospital. Results show 49% fully vaccinated, with nursing staff and experienced HCWs more likely to be vaccinated.

2 CPD points


Medical Technology
Bacteriological profile and antibiogram of blood culture isolates from bloodstream infections in a rural tertiary hospital in Nigeria

The aim of the article is to inform healthcare professionals about the current bacterial causes of bloodstream infections, their antibiotic resistance patterns, and the importance of regular surveillance and adherence to antibiotic guidelines for effective treatment and reduction of antibiotic resistance.

2 CPD points


Medical Technology
Effect of sputum quality and role of Xpert® MTB/RIF assay for detection of smear-negative pulmonary tuberculosis in same-day diagnosis strategy

This study aimed to determine the performance of the Xpert® MTB/RIF test for detection of SNPT and RR in the same-day diagnosis strategy and the effect of sputum quality and other factors on its performance.

1 CPD points


Medical Technology
Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System on the African continent

The article describes the evolution of national AMR surveillance systems and AMR data reporting of countries in the African continent between 2017 and 2019, and the constraints, perceived impact and value of the participation in GLASS.

2 CPD points


Radiology
A retrospective review of CT pulmonary angiogram

The article aims to detail the incidence of pulmonary emboli (PE) in COVID-19 patients in the Western Cape, South Africa, emphasizing the importance of CT pulmonary angiogram (CTPA) for diagnosis and the need for vigilance in managing PE.

3 CPD points


Radiology
Diagnostic yield and accuracy of paediatric image-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy of deep organ tumours

The article aims to audit the diagnostic yield, accuracy, and safety of paediatric image-guided FNAB with ROSE for suspected non-benign deep-seated lesions, highlighting its efficacy in tumour diagnosis.

2 CPD points


Radiology
Stereotactic breast biopsies: Radiological-pathological concordance in a South African referral unit

The article aims to describe the correlation between mammographic findings and histological diagnosis in patients undergoing stereotactic breast biopsy at a South African referral hospital, assessing malignancy proportions within BI-RADS categories.

2 CPD points


Radiology
Chest radiography evaluation in patients admitted with confirmed COVID-19 infection

The article aims to educate on the demographic and radiographic characteristics of COVID-19 pneumonia in hospitalized patients and the utility of the Brixia scoring system for assessing disease severity and prognosis.

2 CPD points


Radiology
Differentiation between various types and subtypes of intracranial meningiomas with advanced MRI

The article aims to educate on using advanced MRI parameters to differentiate between meningioma grades and subtypes for better clinical and surgical planning.

2 CPD points


June 2024 New Express Online Courses - Accessed Through Annual Membership

by AOSIS Insights -
Clinical Technology
The ethical aspects of Chat Box within the field of Nephrology

The education aim is to enhance the clarity of chatbot capabilities of comprehensive ethical frameworks in Nephrology.

3 CPD points


Dentistry
Impact of unhealthy food and beverage consumption on children’s risk of dental caries

This systematic review explores the impact of unhealthy food and beverage consumption on dental caries risk in children ≤10 years. Evidence suggests a positive association, highlighting the need for further research and policy recommendations.

3 CPD points


Dentistry
Multilevel Modeling analysis of Odontogenic Risk Factors and Nasal Septum Deviation Associated with Maxillary Sinus Mucosal Thickening

The article aims to assess how dental factors like root proximity to the maxillary sinus and nasal septum deviation influence maxillary sinus mucosal thickening using CBCT imaging, aiding preoperative planning for dental procedures.

3 CPD points


Emergency care
Survival Factors Associated with Toilet-Related Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest

We retrospectively compared neurologically favourable 1-month survival rates and survival-related factors for 330,849 non-emergency medical service-witnessed OHCAs that occurred in toilets with those that occurred elsewhere using a nationwide database.

3 CPD points


Medical Technology
Microbiologic characterization of bacterial infections in children with atopic dermatitis

The article aims to identify bacterial infections in children with atopic dermatitis, determining effective antibiotic treatments for these infections to guide clinical practice.

1 CPD point


Medical Technology
The preference of women living with HIV for the HPV self-sampling of urine at a rural HIV clinic in Uganda

This article explores factors influencing HPV self-sampling preference among HIV-positive women in Uganda. Nurse-led screening is favored, yet urine-based self-sampling shows feasibility, advocating for tailored HPV testing in rural HIV care.

2 CPD points


Medicine
Building blocks for a public health ethics framework for the geriatric community

This article aims to develop a public health ethics framework for the geriatric community with the purpose to review ethical implications when working with the geriatric community.

2 CPD points


Optometry
The effect of 1% tropicamide on central corneal thickness and intraocular pressure

This study aimed to determine the effect of 1% tropicamide on CCT and IOP post-mydriasis among the University of Limpopo optometry students.

3 CPD points


Optometry
Knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards refractive error amongst students

The article aims to assess university students' knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards refractive error, aiming to understand barriers to spectacle usage and inform strategies for improving eye care programs.

3 CPD points


Pharmacy
Dosage effects of dexmedetomidine on postoperative nausea and vomiting in female patients undergoing thoracoscopic radical lung cancer surgery

The educational aim is to clarify the clinical efficacy and explore the optimal dose of dexmedetomidine in female patients undergoing thoracoscopic radical lung cancer surgery.

3 CPD points


Pharmacy
Role of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Achieving Weight Loss and Improving Cardiovascular Outcomes in People with Overweight and Obesity

This article reviews treatment options used to manage overweight and obesity, focusing on the role of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in achieving weight loss and improving cardiovascular outcomes.

3 CPD points


Pharmacy
Management of patients with heart failure and preserved ejection fraction

The education aim is to provide a review of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and medical management of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.

3 CPD points


Pharmacy
The perceptions, attitudes and willingness of pharmacy users to pay for free healthcare from pharmacies

The education aim is to explore pharmacy user perspectives about unfunded services.

3 CPD points


Physiotherapy
A tool to evaluate physiotherapy clinical education in South Africa

This study aims to develop, validate, and test the reliability of an assessment tool that evaluates the effectiveness and quality of physiotherapy clinical education programmes.

2 CPD points


Radiology
Paediatric minor head injury applied to Paediatric Emergency Care

The aim of the article is to assess adherence to appropriateness criteria for lumbar spine MRI referrals at a South African academic hospital, aiming to evaluate the appropriateness of referrals and potentially identify areas for improvement in clinical practice.

3 CPD points


Speech Therapy and Audiology
The influence of screen time on the language development of children

The study revealed that the amount of screen time at an early age can have negative effects on language development - with older age of onset of viewing showing some benefits.

2 CPD points


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