MedEspera 2024: Recent submissions

  • Exploring the role of N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide as a diagnostic biomarker in Kawasaki disease 
    Duca, Alexandra (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Kawasaki disease (KD), also known as mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome, is an acute febrile illness of unknown cause that stands out as a unique and challenging pediatric vasculitis, characterized by acute ...
  • Autism spectrum disorder - a comprehensive literary review 
    Lupașcu, Ecaterina (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be identified from other neurodevelopmental disorders by its distinctive combination of symptoms: difficulties in social interaction and communication, repetitive, stereotyped, ...
  • Metabolic peculiarities of immunotherapeutic medicines (chimeric antigen receptor t cells) used in cancer treatment (b-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia) 
    Sluchin, Andrei (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. In the dynamic realm of cancer therapeutics, many studies explore the metabolic nuances of Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cell therapy in treating B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL). Understanding ...
  • The interplay of growth hormone, insulin-like growth factors, and cancer susceptibility: a medical perspective 
    Briceag, Maria (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. GH and IGF-I, known for promoting growth, are under scrutiny for their potential involvement in cancer progression. While we understand their normal effects, the disruption caused by these factors and their ...
  • Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2: a case report 
    Surguci, Doina; Dumbrăveanu, Ion (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Autoimmune polyglandular syndromes are classified into two major subtypes, each characterized by involvement of specific endocrine glands. The autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2 is defined by the presence ...
  • The role of leptin in the pathogenesis of metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease 
    Darii, Felicia (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) has become one of the leading causes of end-stage liver disease. Its pathogenesis is not fully understood, but leptin may contribute to the development ...
  • Psycho-emotional state before and after the injectable procedure 
    Cazacu, Victoria (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Persons who would like a change of the exterior, including those who are often afraid to start the aesthetic intervention for reasons when they want to stop the procedure, will look worse or are afraid of the ...
  • GLUTs genetic defects as causes of diabetes 
    Ciuchitu, Alina (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease marked by insulin secretion or action defects. The cause of diabetes can be genetic defects of glucose transporters – GLUT, the most characteristic being the GLUT2 ...
  • Clinical ”Odyssey” in Wilson's disease patients from the Republic of Moldova 
    Cumpătă, Veronica (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Wilson's disease (WD) presents high clinical heterogeneity, independent of age and sex. In our country, it is the first study that analyzes the phenotype of patients with this genetic disorder. Aim of study. ...
  • Impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on quality of life 
    Lupu, Liliana (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, globally, COPD is the third leading cause of death, accounting ...
  • The influence of obesity on the quality of life in patients with gastro-esophageal reflux disease 
    Stoica, Mihaela; Munteanu, Ecaterina; Neagu, Stepan; Sârbu, Oxana; Calin, Ghenadie; Scurtu, Alina; Scorpan, Anatolie (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Obesity or exaggerated growth of adipose tissue according to body mass index (BMI) has shown an increase in the prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which significantly affects the quality ...
  • Hypereosinophilic syndrome - diagnostic challenges in allergic patients 
    Chiosa, Mihaela (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Eosinophilia is a common laboratory manifestation associated with multiple diseases (allergic, parasitic, infectious or oncological diseases). Eosinophilia is an increase in the absolute values of eosinophils ...
  • Applicability of the CLDQ in the monitoring of patients with delta viral liver cirrhosis 
    Cebanu, Ecaterina (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. The clinical burden of delta viral cirrhosis is significant in terms of health, quality of life, and economic impact on patients and society. The Chronic Liver Disease Questionnaire (CLDQ) is an instrument ...
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and depression 
    Avadănii, Mihaela (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease encompasses various complications and comorbidities such as respiratory failure, cardiovascular disease, the development of lung cancer, osteoporosis, metabolic syndrome, ...
  • Diagnostic accuracy of Xpert Ultra for microbiological confirmation of pulmonary tuberculosis in patients with paucibacillary disease 
    Sîrbu, Vasile (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Worldwide, up to one-third of pulmonary tuberculosis patients are missed for microbiological confirmation. Assessment of specimens obtained during bronchoscopy is one of the well-recognized methods that can ...
  • Laboratory markers in the diagnosis of hereditary gluten intolerance 
    Rotari, Mădălina (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Gluten intolerance (celiac disease) is a genetic autoimmune disease with a prevalence of approximately 1% of the population in which the consumption of gluten-containing foods causes damage to the small ...
  • Consequences of pulmonary hypertension and rightsided heart failure 
    Ursu, Diana (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is common in several pathologies and maintains high levels of morbidity and mortality. In PH the main consequence is right heart failure, which leads to complex clinical syndrome ...
  • Treat-to-target strategy in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis 
    Sufichaev, Simona (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by progressive joint inflammation and structural damage that frequently results in severe disability. Aim of study. The "Treat-to-Target" ...
  • Vitamin D metabolism in hepatorenal syndrome 
    Harees, Noushad Juguma (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is a consequence of liver cirrhosis, which is the final stage of chronic liver disease with irreversible damage and the existence of regenerating nodules. Renal function is disturbed ...
  • Comorbidities in gout 
    Praștină, Alexandra (Instituţia Publică Universitatea de Stat de Medicină şi Farmacie „Nicolae Testemiţanu” din Republica Moldova, 2024)
    Introduction. Gout is a member of the microcrystalline arthritis group characterized by musculoskeletal involvement and is also associated with a high incidence of comorbidities. Serum urate concentrations in patients with ...

Search DSpace


Advanced Search

Browse

My Account