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PAN board member Kyle Powys Whyte holds the Timnick Chair in the Humanities at Michigan State University. He is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Community Sustainability and a member of the Potawatomi Nation. Here, Kyle shares thoughts and reflections around wild rice harvesting, a practice that exemplifies Indigenous peoples’ leadership on food & farming in the U.S. I saw a fellow Anishinaabe friend recently and asked after their work. Knowing that I was referring to their office job, they looked amu
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Medicines prescription patterns in European neonatal units
Abstract Background Hospitalized neonates receive the highest number of drugs compared to all other age groups, but consumption rates vary between studies depending on patient characteristics and local practices. There are no large-scale international studies on drug use in neonatal units. Objective We aimed to describe drug use in European neonatal units and characterize its associations with geographic region and gestational age. Setting A one-day point prevalence study was performed as
Performance and potential clinical impact of Alfred60 AST (Alifax®) for direct antimicrobial susceptibility testing on positive blood culture bottles
Abstract Rapid pathogen identification (ID) and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) of bacteria-causing bloodstream infections can improve patients’ outcome. In this study, we evaluated the performance of Alfred60AST (Alifax) which provides AST directly on positive blood culture (BC) bottles by light scattering. In a selected group of patients with a clinical suspicion of severe sepsis or at risk for infections with multiresistant organisms, we compared Alfred60AST AST results with
Cinnamaldehyde: a compound with antimicrobial and synergistic activity against ESBL-producing quinolone-resistant pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae
Abstract Usage of cephalosporin and quinolone antibiotics has aggravated the development of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)–producing quinolone-resistant (QR) pathogenic Enterobacteriaceae. The present study aims to determine antimicrobial activity of cinnamaldehyde alone or in combination with cefotaxime/ciprofloxacin to reverse the drug resistance and evaluations of efficacy, and possible molecular mechanism of action of the combination was also evaluated using in vitro assays.
Scandinavian Journal of Trauma, Resuscitation and Emergency Medicine - Latest Articles
Predicting acute coronary syndrome in males and females with chest pain who call an emergency medical communication centre
Chest pain is a frequent reason for calls in emergency medical communication centre (EMCC). Detecting a coronary origin by phone is a challenge. This is especially so as the presentations differ according to g...
A Delphi consensus study for teaching “Basic Trauma Management” to third-year medical students
The Basic-Trauma Management (BTM) course has been taught to third-year medical students in small groups for many years without substantial changes. With the introduction of a new curriculum for Swiss medical s...
Association of Long-Term Dynamics in Circulating Testosterone with Serum PSA in Prostate Cancer-Free Men with Initial-PSA < 4 ng/mL
Abstract We previously reported that an accelerated decline in circulating testosterone level is associated with a higher risk of prostate cancer (PCa). This study is to examine whether testosterone change rate is related to serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) concentration among PCa-free men. Longitudinal data were derived from electronic medical records at a tertiary hospital in the Southeastern USA. PCa-free men with initial-PSA < 4 ng/mL and ≥ 2 testosterone measurements were includ
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Morning blood pressure surge is associated with autonomic neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease in patients with diabetes
Journal of Human Hypertension, Published online: 17 October 2019; doi:10.1038/s41371-019-0270-3Morning blood pressure surge is associated with autonomic neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease in patients with diabetes
Journal of Endodontics
Periapical and Endodontic Status Scale for Endodontically Treated Teeth and Their Association with Maxillary Sinus Abnormalities: A Cone-beam Computed Tomographic Study
This retrospective cross-sectional study investigated the applicability of the periapical and endodontic status scale (PESS) to determine the association of endodontically treated teeth with maxillary sinus (MS) abnormalities through cone-beam computed tomographic imaging.
Endoscopic stapedotomy: safety and audiological results in 150 patients
Abstract Objective The most widely accepted treatment for otosclerosis is currently microscopic stapes surgery under either local or general anesthesia. The aim of the study is to describe the surgical steps in endoscopic stapes surgery and to evaluate the audiologic and surgical outcomes. Materials and methods All patients who underwent exclusive endoscopic stapes
Periodontal status of children with primary immunodeficiencies: a systematic review
Abstract Objective The aim of this systematic review was to appraise the existing literature on periodontal disease in children affected by different types of neutrophil-associated primary immunodeficiencies (PIDs). Methods A PRESS-validated search strategy was developed to search through databases MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, LIL
Stratifying Therapeutic Enoxaparin Dose in Morbidly Obese Patients by BMI Class: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Abstract Background Enoxaparin is a low-molecular weight heparin (LMWH) commonly used for treatment of venous thromboembolism and acute coronary syndromes. The recommended dose for these conditions is weight-based (1 mg/kg) and doesn’t require dose-capping. However, previous studies have shown that in those with a body mass index (BMI) > 40 kg/m2, this dose results in supratherapeutic levels.
Dynamic patterns of [ 68 Ga]Ga-PSMA-11 uptake in recurrent prostate cancer lesions
Abstract Purpose Dual-time point PET/CT scanning with [68Ga]Ga-PSMA-11 in the diagnosis of prostate cancer (PC) has been advanced as a method to increase detection of PC lesions, particularly at early stages of biochemical recurrence and as a potential means to aid the discrimination between benign and pathological prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) uptake. However, the assumption that all PC lesions uniformly exhibit increasing tracer upt
Pediatric ventricular assist device therapy for advanced heart failure-Hong Kong experience
Abstract Ventricular assist devices (VADs) are life-saving options for children with heart failure unresponsive to medical therapy as a bridge to transplantation or cardiac recovery. We present a retrospective review of 13 consecutive children who underwent implantation of VAD between 2001 and 2018 in our center. The median age was 12 years (1–17 years), weight was 45 kg (10–82 kg). Etiologies of heart failure were dilated cardiomyopathy (CMP) (n = 8), myocarditis (n = 2), ischemic CMP (n
The influence of dental experience on a dental implant navigation system
Abstract Background This study evaluated the operating performance of an implant navigation system used by dental students and dentists of prosthodontic background with varying levels of experience. A surgical navigation system and optical tracking system were used, and dentists’ accuracies were evaluated in terms of differences between the positions of actually drilled holes and those of the holes planned using software before surgeries.
Caffeine and sodium bicarbonate supplementation alone or together improve karate performance
Abstract Background The ergogenic properties of acute caffeine (CAF) and sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3) ingestion on athletic performance have been previously investigated. However, each sport has unique physiological and technical characteristics which warrants optimizing supplementations strategies for maximizing performance. This study examined the effects of CAF and NaHCO3 ingestion on physiological responses and rate of perceived exertion
A Novel Biosensor Based on Micromechanical Resonator Array for Lab-On-a-Chip Applications
Abstract Mechanical resonators are rarely reported to be used in liquid environment due to high damping. Most applications of mechanical resonators are related to their use in the gaseous environment. In this paper, a novel mass detective biosensor is proposed for Lab-On-a-Chip applications based on micromechanical resonator array. The sensor can be fabricated by MEMS technology such as standard Polysilicon Multi User MEMS Process (PolyMUMPs). The sensor consists of chained mechanically
Cytotoxic effects of a chlorhexidine mouthwash and of an enzymatic mouthwash on human gingival fibroblasts
Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the cytotoxic effects of an enzymatic mouthwash and of a chlorhexidine mouthwash on human gingival fibroblasts. The metabolic activity of the fibroblasts exposed to each mouthwash was assessed by the MTT assay and the protein content was assessed by the SRB assay. The flow cytometry was used to evaluate the cell cycle and the types of cell death. The oxidative status was evaluated through the DCF and the DHE probes and the intracellular GSH c
International Endodontic Journal
Dentinal microcracks on freshly extracted teeth: the impact of the extraction technique
Abstract Aim To evaluate the incidence of root dentinal microcracks after two extraction techniques through micro‐computed tomographic (micro‐CT) analysis. Methodology Thirty pairs of premolars, extracted for orthodontic reasons, were assigned to 2 experimental groups, following a split‐mouth design (n = 30): traumatic technique group (TTG) ‐ teeth extracted following a conventional protocol using forceps, and atraumatic technique group (ATG) ‐ teeth extracted following an atraumatic technique pro
Cell migration and osteo/odontogenesis stimulation of iRoot FS as a potential apical barrier material in apexification
Abstract Aim To investigate the in vitro biological effects of a nanoparticle bioceramic material, iRoot Fast Set root repair material (iRoot FS), on the proliferation, migration and osteo/odontogenic differentiation of human stem cells from apical papilla (hSCAP), and to further explore the mechanism involved in osteo/odontogenic induction of iRoot FS. Methodology hSCAP were isolated and characterized in vitro. iRoot FS conditioned medium were prepared and used to treat hSCAP, while using mineral
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Faced With a Drug Shortfall, Doctors Scramble to Treat Children With Cancer
Faced With a Drug Shortfall, Doctors Scramble to Treat Children With Cancer Source: The New York TimesA critical chemotherapy medication is in short supply, and physicians say there is no appropriate substitute.
Body-mounted robotic assistant for MRI-guided low back pain injection
Abstract Purpose This paper presents the development of a body-mounted robotic assistant for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-guided low back pain injection. Our goal was to eliminate the radiation exposure of traditional X-ray guided procedures while enabling the exquisite image quality available under MRI. The robot is designed with a compact and lightweight profile that can be mounted directly on the patient’s lower back via straps, thus minim
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Pharmacological Manipulation of the Circadian Clock: A Possible Approach to the Management of Bipolar Disorder
Abstract Bipolar disorder (BD) is a mood disorder with genetic and neurobiological underpinnings, characterized primarily by recurrent episodes of mania and depression, with notable disruptions in rhythmic behaviors such as sleep, energy, appetite and attention. The chronobiological links to BD are further supported by the effectiveness of various treatment modalities such as bright light, circadian phase advance, and mood-stabilizing drugs such as lithium that have effects on the circadi
Future Medicine: Immunotherapy: Table of Contents
The emerging use of immune checkpoint blockade in the adjuvant setting for solid tumors: a review
Immunotherapy, Ahead of Print.
Immune globulin subcutaneous, human – klhw 20% for primary humoral immunodeficiency: an open-label, Phase III study
Immunotherapy, Ahead of Print.
AMB Express - Latest Articles
Towards the understanding of the enzymatic cleavage of polyisoprene by the dihaem-dioxygenase RoxA
Utilization of polyisoprene (natural rubber) as a carbon source by Steroidobacter cummioxidans 35Y (previously Xanthomonas sp. strain 35Y) depends on the formation and secretion of rubber oxygenase A (RoxA). RoxA...
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