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In her paper, the author examines images of Central Europe created in various popular genres (campus novels, quasi-guidebooks, films, essays) as well as interpretations of the Central European myth from countries of the region. The aim is to reflect on two main Central European narratives. One is a vision of retrospective utopia of lost harmonious coexistence of cultures, religions and nations. The other - an image of the "misery of small Central European states", of a backward region, immersed in never-ending ethnic conflicts. The author seeks to address the question of how these narratives influence the interpretation of the systemic transition process and of contemporary problems that the region is facing. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Stanisław Sakiel Burn Treatment Centre in Siemianowice Śląskie is a leading medical facility in Poland which provides comprehensive treatment of burns and chronic wounds. It is also one of the most innovative facility of its type in Europe. This paper presents the history of the Burn Treatment Centre in Siemianowice Śląskie. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cancers of the gastrointestinal tract are the most common malignancies in Europe and in the USA. Endoscopic screening and surveillance of premalignant conditions enable detection of cancers at early stage that allows curative treatment and decrease in mortality. The paper presents an overview of current recommendations concerning endoscopic surveillance of premalignant conditions of the esophagus, stomach and colon based on the guidelines of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) as well as British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG). The proper strategy of surveillance should take into account not only the effectiveness of the recommended procedures but also their costs and the risk of potential complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]