Authors: Article type: Case Report Abstract: In the process of wound healing, numerous mechanisms occur that, even under ideal circumstances, produce functionally less valuable tissue with structural and functional changes. There are many risk factors for the development of chronic and so-called hard-to-heal wounds. The presence of a wound, as well as prolonged treatment duration, affect all aspects of the patient’s life and lead to a decline in quality of life. A model of care based on the principle of comprehensive individualized care with a biopsychosocial approach is presented through the case of an obese patient with lower leg wounds,…
World of health 6
Authors: Article type: IN MEMORIAM Abstract: Those who had the privilege to spend time with Alan Šustić know that he was not a man of long speeches and texts. However, they also know that any brief “sketch” attempting to simply and succinctly define him would inevitably fall short. The scope of Alan Šustić’s contributions to Rijeka, its University, and its medical community is hardly comprehensible. Although he served as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine (2008–2014), Head of Clinic, Chair of the Department, member of the Management Board of the Clinical Hospital Centre, and held numerous other professional and public…
Authors: Article type: Review Abstract: At the initiative of the Science Committee of the Faculty of Health Studies in Rijeka, a series of scientific activities were launched during 2023, involving both faculty members and students in joint scientific research. The departments of the Faculty organized scientific forums that were also open to the public. In addition to the forums, the Faculty Days were held, two international conferences were organized, and several important projects were awarded. Keywords: scientific, activities