Sameh Mezri Livres

The study investigates the impact of shift work on sleep quality among healthcare workers, highlighting significant differences between night and day workers. Night workers averaged only 6 hours of sleep, experiencing higher rates of insomnia and excessive daytime sleepiness compared to their day-working counterparts, who averaged 7.5 hours. A notable 60% reported non-restorative sleep, with a prevalence of sleep apnea syndrome at 25%. The findings reveal that night shift workers face greater risks of sleep disorders and fatigue, emphasizing the challenges posed by atypical working hours.

Focusing on the therapeutic outcomes of treating cervical lymph node tuberculosis, this study analyzes 50 patients who received a combined regimen of antituberculosis drugs over 6 to 18 months, achieving an 80% compliance rate. While the treatment was effective, it was associated with various adverse events, including digestive disorders and visual complications. A treatment failure rate of 13% was noted, leading to surgical interventions in some cases. Notably, a small number of patients experienced paradoxical reactions, and recurrences were documented post-treatment.