EFFECT OF A NOVEL PATIENT GARMENT ON PERCEIVED PRIVACY DURING COLONOSCOPY: A SIMPLE APPROACH TO MINIMIZE EMBARRASSMENT

Effect of a Novel Patient Garment on Perceived Privacy during Colonoscopy: A Simple Approach to Minimize Embarrassment

Background.In the United States, patients wear a one-piece, reusable cloth gown during colonoscopy procedures.Many patients report embarrassment related to bodily exposure during colonoscopy.This may limit participation in colorectal cancer screening programs.Aims.To assess whether the use of a novel, disposable patient garment (Privacy Pants, Jack

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Pentraxins and immunity

Pentraxin-3 (PTX3) is a multifactorial protein involved in immunity and inflammation, which is rapidly produced and released by several cell types in response to inflammatory signals.It may be suggested that PTX3 is related to periodontal tissue inflammation.Its salivary Ironing Board Cover concentrations may have a diagnostic potential.Pentraxin-3

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