Interactive Journal of Medical Research
A new general medical journal for the 21st century, focusing on innovation in health and medical research.
Editor-in-Chief:
Taiane de Azevedo Cardoso, BSc, MSc, PhD, Scientific Editor at JMIR Publications, Canada; Affiliate Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine, Deakin University, Australia
Impact Factor 1.9
Recent Articles
![Evolution of Digital Health and Exploration of Patented Technologies (2017-2021): Bibliometric Analysis Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/197a543a877452e3c61b66ab245586fd.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/197a543a877452e3c61b66ab245586fd.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/197a543a877452e3c61b66ab245586fd.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/197a543a877452e3c61b66ab245586fd.png 2500w)
The significant impact of digital health emerged prominently during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite this, there is a paucity of bibliometric analyses focusing on technologies within the field of digital health patents. Patents offer a wealth of insights into technologies, commercial prospects, and competitive landscapes, often undisclosed in other publications. Given the rapid evolution of the digital health industry, safeguarding algorithms, software, and advanced surgical devices through patent systems is imperative. The patent system simultaneously acts as a valuable repository of technological knowledge, accessible to researchers. This accessibility facilitates the enhancement of existing technologies and the advancement of medical equipment, ultimately contributing to public health improvement and meeting public demands.
![Census-Dependent Mortality of Ventilated Patients With COVID-19 in Israel: Noninterventional Observational Cohort Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ebe986e4104cc43a0f0068df322b4719.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ebe986e4104cc43a0f0068df322b4719.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ebe986e4104cc43a0f0068df322b4719.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/ebe986e4104cc43a0f0068df322b4719.png 2500w)
The COVID-19 pandemic led to several surges in the mass hospitalization rate. Extreme increases in hospital admissions without adequate medical resources may increase mortality. No study has addressed the impact of daily census of ventilated patients on mortality in the context of the pandemic in a nationwide setting.
![Research Trends and Evolution in Radiogenomics (2005-2023): Bibliometric Analysis Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/c9305478e9b044ac5383fe6ee5974b6d.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/c9305478e9b044ac5383fe6ee5974b6d.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/c9305478e9b044ac5383fe6ee5974b6d.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/c9305478e9b044ac5383fe6ee5974b6d.png 2500w)
![Biochemical Changes in Adult Male Gamers During Prolonged Gaming: Pilot Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/fae64b76dcec3c783c6608a16ac84ac9.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/fae64b76dcec3c783c6608a16ac84ac9.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/fae64b76dcec3c783c6608a16ac84ac9.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/fae64b76dcec3c783c6608a16ac84ac9.png 2500w)
Gaming has become an integrated part of life for children and adults worldwide. Previous studies on the impact of gaming on biochemical parameters have primarily addressed the acute effects of gaming. The literature is limited, and the study designs are very diverse. The parameters that have been investigated most thoroughly are blood glucose and cortisol.
![Intramural Health Care Through Video Consultations and the Need for Referrals and Hospital Admissions: Retrospective Quantitative Subanalysis of an Evaluation Study Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/3c40e39c91cc57678f8b09cc0753550c.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/3c40e39c91cc57678f8b09cc0753550c.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/3c40e39c91cc57678f8b09cc0753550c.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/3c40e39c91cc57678f8b09cc0753550c.png 2500w)
In comparison to the general population, prison inmates are at a higher risk for drug abuse and psychiatric, as well as infectious, diseases. Although intramural health care has to be equivalent to extramural services, prison inmates have less access to primary and secondary care. Furthermore, not every prison is constantly staffed with a physician. Since transportation to the nearest extramural medical facility is often resource-intensive, video consultations may offer cost-effective health care for prison inmates.
![Radiological Progression of Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy in a Clinically Stable Patient: Case Report Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e7cc8efe1053e93a90eff64a64e54d98.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e7cc8efe1053e93a90eff64a64e54d98.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e7cc8efe1053e93a90eff64a64e54d98.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e7cc8efe1053e93a90eff64a64e54d98.png 2500w)
Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is a common neurological condition, with disease progression that is both variable and difficult to predict. Here, we present a case of DCM in a gentleman in his late 60s with significant radiological disease progression without consequent change in clinical symptoms. The case serves as a reminder of an enduring medical aphorism that clinical history and examination should be prioritized above more complex data, such as imaging investigations. In addition, the case also highlights that guidelines should be contextualized within individual clinical circumstances.
![Treating Spontaneous Pneumothorax Using an Innovative Surgical Technique Called Capnodissection Pleurectomy: Case Report Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/489a4d2173c0718a97c0457bf7ea910f.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/489a4d2173c0718a97c0457bf7ea910f.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/489a4d2173c0718a97c0457bf7ea910f.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/489a4d2173c0718a97c0457bf7ea910f.png 2500w)
Spontaneous pneumothorax is one of the most common conditions encountered in thoracic surgery. This condition can be treated conservatively or surgically based on indications and guidelines. Traditional surgical management includes pleurodesis (mechanical or chemical) in addition to bullectomy if the bullae can be identified. Mechanical pleurodesis is usually performed by surgical pleurectomy or pleural abrasion. In this case report, we present a case of a young patient with spontaneous pneumothorax who needed a surgical intervention. We performed a new, innovative surgical technique for surgical pleurectomy where we used carbon dioxide for dissection of the parietal pleura (capnodissection). This technique may provide similar efficiency to the traditional procedure but with less risk of bleeding and complications.
![Online Visibility and Scientific Relevance of Strabismus Research: Bibliometric Analysis Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e40d7cb61a95c60fc3bf4b55be8633e9.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e40d7cb61a95c60fc3bf4b55be8633e9.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e40d7cb61a95c60fc3bf4b55be8633e9.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/e40d7cb61a95c60fc3bf4b55be8633e9.png 2500w)
![Ad Hoc Modifications to a High Dependency Psychiatric Unit for People With Dementia During the COVID-19 Period Article Thumbnail](https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a0cf4c165bb65e3d8a6b7e094aeb0a3a.png 480w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a0cf4c165bb65e3d8a6b7e094aeb0a3a.png 960w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a0cf4c165bb65e3d8a6b7e094aeb0a3a.png 1920w,https://asset.jmir.pub/assets/a0cf4c165bb65e3d8a6b7e094aeb0a3a.png 2500w)
The COVID-19 pandemic led to behavioral exacerbations in people with dementia. Increased hospitalizations and lack of bed availability in specialized dementia wards at a tertiary psychiatric hospital in Singapore resulted in lodging people with dementia in the High Dependency Psychiatric Unit (HDPCU). Customizations to create a dementia-friendly environment at the HDPCU included: (1) environmental modifications to facilitate orientation and engender familiarity; (2) person-centered care to promote attachment, inclusion, identity, occupation, and comfort; (3) risk management for delirium; and (4) training core competencies. Such practical solutions can also be implemented elsewhere to help overcome resource constraints and repurpose services to accommodate increasing populations of people living with dementia.
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