Background: Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) is a leading cause of respiratory failure in preterm infants, primarily resulting from surfactant deficiency and alveolar collapse. Approximately 15–20% of affected children require respiratory support. Despite advances in antenatal care and non-invasive ventilation that have reduced mortality and complications, the optimal mode of respiratory support remains uncertain. Nasal Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (NCPAP) and High-Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC) are among the most widely used non-invasive methods for managing RDS—NCPAP enhances lung expansion and oxygenation, while HFNC offers greater comfort and ease of application. Given the ongoing debate over their relative efficacy and safety, this study aimed to systematically review and compare HFNC and NCPAP as initial respiratory support strategies in preterm infants with RDS. Methods: This systematic review was conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. A comprehensive literature search of PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus was performed to identify studies published between 2015... Continue Reading

Background:This comprehensive review investigates the distinct relationship between nomophobia and depression, aiming to isolate their association. While prior research has explored the collective impact of nomophobia on various psychological problems, this study focuses on highlighting the specific effects of nomophobia on depression. Methods:A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) 2020 statement. Ten studies comprising 12,043 participants were included. A random-effects meta-analysis and linear regression analysis were performed to assess prevalence rates and the association between moderate to severe nomophobia and depression. Results:The pooled prevalence of moderate to severe nomophobia was 63.2% (95% CI: 51.00%–73.86%), while 26.2% of participants (95% CI: 19.37%–34.36%) reported depression. Linear regression analysis revealed no direct linear relationship between moderate to severe nomophobia and depression. Conclusion:This study suggests that the link between depression and nomophobia is not direct. Nomophobia may be more closely associated... Continue Reading