This article presents techniques for nonsurgical endodontic retreatment. Issues that influence treatment choice are discussed. Also outlined are armamentaria and techniques for coronal disassembly and removal of obturation materials.

OBJECTIVE Acute acalculous cholecystitis (AAC) is traditionally known to occur in critically ill patients and to have a poor prognosis. Although cholecystectomy is usually recommended for treating AAC, nonsurgical management may be a good alternative. The objective of this study was to review the incidence, risk factors, treatment modality, and therapeutic outcomes of AAC compared to acute calc...

BACKGROUND More than 50% of patients with esophageal cancer are not suitable for surgery. The aim of this study was to analyze the outcome of patients undergoing standard nonsurgical treatment. METHODS Data of all patients undergoing nonsurgical treatment for esophageal cancer were identified from a prospective database. RESULTS Seventy-five patients were treated for localized disease, and ...

Background Adiponectin is a novel adipocyte-specific protein, which plays an important role in decreasing insulin resistance and inflammation, hence can be considered understanding the underlying mechanisms of both diabetes periodontitis. As periodontitis mellitus share common pathways pathogenesis, this study was conducted to determine effect nonsurgical periodontal therapy on adiponect...

This article discusses several types of internal derangements of the temporomandibular joint. It includes definitions, clinical characteristics, and management options. Nonsurgical and surgical treatment strategies are discussed taking into consideration the latest evidence-based literature.