By, Prof. Asoc. Dr. Voltisa GJERGJI

EDITORIAL

In this issue of Medicus journal we collected articles which are focused on health patterns, health care and economy, as well as health behaviours. A study from Germany shows models of care for elderly people and the alternative policy strategies such as to stay at home with the help of live-in care. Another study reports on the attitudes (acceptability, preferences, and needs) of Albanian physiotherapists and the general population toward telerehabilitation. This cross-sectional observational study is conducted among the physiotherapists and the general population asking them about their experiences with telerehabilitation in physiotherapy in order to evaluate how recognized and applied is this field in Albania. (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/mlqe7095

By, Prof. Dr. Kerstin WÜSTNER

Abstract

There are different models of care for elderly people in Germany. Policy strategies provide support, but this is weak for some models, such as live-in care. The latter is an option to stay at home with the help of live-in care. There is no public support for this model, so individuals have to organise it themselves or refer to offers from live-in care agencies that provide carers. (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/brui6174

By, Dr. Sc. (c) Iva RRUGIA, PhD Jasemin TODRI, Aden GRIPSHI

Abstract

Background: COVID introduced a new approach to healthcare services. The pandemic showed that the need to rely on online services is very significant. Tele-rehabilitation, as the delivery of rehabilitation services via information and communication technologies, is a well-known concept for developed countries but not for Albania. Objective: To investigate (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/xkoq6863

By, MD Armida HIDA

Abstract

Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune and chronic disease. Worldwide, the annual incidence of RA is 1%. Epidemiological data for Albania are similar to other countries, still some districts might be more affected. There are no previous studies in the population indicating the prevalence or incidence of rheumatoid arthritis in the Elbasan district. (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/hbom7065

By, MD Esi DUKA, Prof. Dr. Najada COMO, Dr. Sc. Esmeralda META

Abstract

Introduction: Pneumomediastinum is a rare complication that occurs in patients with Pneumonia caused by COVID-19 and is more frequent in patients with ARDS that may or may not be related to the use of invasive mechanical ventilation. Pneumomediastinum is an indicator of clinical deterioration with potentially threatening consequences for the patient. (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/ujjk6442

By, Assoc. Prof. Hafez AL-MOMANI

Abstract

Introduction: The most prevalent neurodegenerative illness and kind of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It shows up as a reduction in short-term memory and cognitive function that affects day-to-day functioning. The majority of Alzheimer’s cases are idiopathic, but a tiny percentage of hereditary instances provide gene identification, which when (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/jsur6977

By, Dr. Sc. (c) Vilma ÇADRI, Prof. Asoc. Dr. Ariana STRAKOSHA, Dr. Sc. Nevi PASKO, Dr. Sc. Elvana RISTA

Abstract

Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is increasingly recognized as a systemic condition affecting not only renal function but also various extra-renal systems, including the central nervous system. Cognitive impairment (CI) has emerged as a significant concern in CKD patients, manifesting as a spectrum ranging from mild cognitive deficits to clinically (more…)

https://doi.org/10.58944/xsii1006