https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/12469 2026-04-14T17:18:14Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/14265 Title: The Synapse : the medical professionals' network : volume 15 : issue 2 Editors: Ellul, Ian C.; Galea, Wilfred Abstract: Apart from the normal articles regarding medicine, this issue contains also the following: Hear in the grapevine (zika virus structure); A doctor of many talents (Joe Pace) - Marika Azzopardi 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/14264 Title: Ultrasound diagnosis of common musculo-skeletal disorders in young athletes : part 2 Authors: Vassallo, Pierre Abstract: In part I of this article, it was discussed tendonous injuries that tend to limit performance in young athletes. Part II of this article will deal with ultrasound (US) diagnosis of ligamentous injuries. Description: Part 1 of this article can be found through this link: https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar//handle/123456789/14234 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/14263 Title: Meningitis Authors: Zarb, Jessica Abstract: An MPSA article. Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Infectious causes include bacteria, viruses and fungi. On the other hand, noninfectious causes include cancers and head injuries. This review will discuss the most common causes, namely bacterial and viral infections. 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/14262 Title: An update in breast cancer epidemiology and healthcare services in Malta Authors: Attard, Jason; Dalmas, Miriam; England, Kathleen Abstract: Cancer of the breast is the most common malignancy and the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in women. Over the past 20 years, mortality from breast cancer in Malta has shown a steady decline and survival from this disease has registered marked improvement, despite the fact that incidence continues to increase. Increased awareness as well as the development of specialized breast care health services have resulted in positive outcomes, with local mortality rates approaching that of the EU-15 average. 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z