A systematic review and meta-analysis of the Prevalence of Dental caries among 3-15 years old in Lao PDR

1. Introduction Dental caries is one of the most common chronic diseases worldwide, affecting billions of people across all age groups. Globally, an estimated 2 billion individuals suffer from caries in permanent teeth, while approximately 514 million children are affected in their primary dentition [1]. This significant global burden reflects the persistent challenges related to … Read more

Intradialytic Hypertension and the Impact of Reduced Dialysate Sodium: A Prospective Observational Study

Introduction End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESRD) represents the terminal stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and is characterized by the irreversible loss of renal function. For most patients with ESRD, renal replacement therapy becomes essential for survival, with hemodialysis (HD) remaining the most widely employed modality worldwide. Over the last several decades, HD has significantly improved … Read more