OtoRhinoLaryngology New Articles & Online Medical Journals,October 28th,2015

4mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPigmentation of the Lacrimal Sac Epithelium .Jakobiec, Frederick A.; Stagner, Anna M.; Sutula, Francis C.; Freitag, Suzanne K.; Yoon, Michael K., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To describe the patterns of the melanocytic populations of 3 cases of lacrimal sac benign melanosis and 1 of atypical primary-acquired sac melanosis with a melanomatous...5mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFailed Cartilaginous Grafts in the Eyelid : A Retrospective Clinicopathological Analysis of 5 Cases.MacIntosh, Peter W.; Jakobiec, Frederick A.; Stagner, Anna; Rashid, Alia; Sutula, Francis C.; Yoon, Michael K.; Fay, Aaron M., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To analyze the clinical and histopathologic features of 5 failed autologous cartilaginous...5mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisIgG4 Staining in Thyroid Eye Disease .Kashani, Irwin; Rajak, Saul N.; Kearney, Daniel J.; Andrew, Nicholas H.; Selva, Dinesh, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMIgG4-related ophthalmic disease is increasingly widely recognized. Moreover, IgG4 staining can occur in other inflammatory diseases. The authors report a case of IgG4 staining of an enlarged,...6mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPtosis Surgery,Canthopexy Conjunctiva-Sparing Posterior Ptosis Surgery: A Novel Approach.Vrcek, Ivan; Hogan, Robert N.; Rossen, Jennifer; Mancini, Ronald, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: Muller's muscle conjunctiva resection is a well-established means of correcting blepharoptosis. The primary objective of this prospective study...6mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήA Lognormal Recurrent Network Model for Burst Generation during Hippocampal Sharp Waves The strength of cortical synapses distributes lognormally, with a long tail of strong synapses. Various properties of neuronal activity, such as the average firing rates of neurons, the rate and magnitude of spike bursts, the magnitude of population synchrony, and the correlations between presynaptic...7mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήMultisensory Integration Reveals Temporal Coding across a Human Sensorimotor Network from #Neuroscience via alexandrossfakianakis on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1S9x4zm via IFTTT7mAnatomy PathologyImmunohistochemical localization of progesterone receptor isoforms and estrogen receptor alpha in the chicken oviduct magnum during development Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Acta Histochemica Author(s): María Genoveva González-Morán In this work, the immunohistochemical expression of progesterone receptor (PR) isoforms and estrogen receptor alpha (ER-α), as well as the histomorphometric changes of the magnum region...7mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήThis Week in The Journal from #Neuroscience via alexandrossfakianakis on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1S9x42k via IFTTT7mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήConsolidation of Complex Events via Reinstatement in Posterior Cingulate Cortex It is well-established that active rehearsal increases the efficacy of memory consolidation. It is also known that complex events are interpreted with reference to prior knowledge. However, comparatively little attention has been given to the neural underpinnings of these effects. In healthy adults humans,...7mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήAlternative Splicing in CaV2.2 Regulates Neuronal Trafficking via Adaptor Protein Complex-1 Adaptor Protein Motifs N-type voltage-gated calcium (CaV2.2) channels are expressed in neurons and targeted to the plasma membrane of presynaptic terminals, facilitating neurotransmitter release. Here, we find that the adaptor protein complex-1 (AP-1) mediates trafficking of CaV2.2 from the trans-Golgi network to the cell...7mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήAttention Modulates TMS-Locked Alpha Oscillations in the Visual Cortex Cortical oscillations, such as 8–12 Hz alpha-band activity, are thought to subserve gating of information processing in the human brain. While most of the supporting evidence is correlational, causal evidence comes from attempts to externally drive ("entrain") these oscillations by transcranial magnetic...8mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήThe Unfolded Protein Response and Cholesterol Biosynthesis Link Luman/CREB3 to Regenerative Axon Growth in Sensory Neurons We recently revealed that the axon endoplasmic reticulum resident transcription factor Luman/CREB3 (herein called Luman) serves as a unique retrograde injury signal in regulation of the intrinsic elongating form of sensory axon regeneration. Here, evidence supports that Luman contributes to axonal regeneration...8mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήAdaptation of Saccades and Perceived Size after Trans-Saccadic Changes of Object Size When saccadic eye movements consistently fail to land on the intended target, saccade accuracy is maintained by gradually adapting the amplitude of successive saccades to the same target. Such saccadic adaptation is usually induced by systematically displacing a small visual target during the execution...8mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisLangerhans Cell Histiocytosis Presenting as a Nodulo-Ulcerative Eyelid Lesion Lo, Christopher; Patel, Payal; Charles, Norman C., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMThe authors describe a 23-year-old man with unilateral upper eyelid swelling that evolved into a multinodular lesion with central necrosis, mimicking a neoplasm. Biopsy showed a lympho-histiocytic, eosinophil-rich proliferation...8mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήIncreasing Spontaneous Retinal Activity before Eye Opening Accelerates the Development of Geniculate Receptive Fields Visually evoked activity is necessary for the normal development of the visual system. However, little is known about the capacity for patterned spontaneous activity to drive the maturation of receptive fields before visual experience. Retinal waves provide instructive retinotopic information for the...8mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήVoltage-Mediated Control of Spontaneous Bundle Oscillations in Saccular Hair Cells Hair cells of the vertebrate vestibular and auditory systems convert mechanical inputs into electrical signals that are relayed to the brain. This transduction involves mechanically gated ion channels that open following the deflection of mechanoreceptive hair bundles that reside on top of these cells....8mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήSpatial Correlations in Natural Scenes Modulate Response Reliability in Mouse Visual Cortex Intrinsic neuronal variability significantly limits information encoding in the primary visual cortex (V1). Certain stimuli can suppress this intertrial variability to increase the reliability of neuronal responses. In particular, responses to natural scenes, which have broadband spatiotemporal statistics,...9mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήRetinoic Acid Receptor {beta} Controls Development of Striatonigral Projection Neurons through FGF-Dependent and Meis1-Dependent Mechanisms The mammalian striatum controls sensorimotor and psychoaffective functions through coordinated activities of its two striatonigral and striatopallidal output pathways. Here we show that retinoic acid receptor β (RARβ) controls development of a subpopulation of GABAergic, Gad65-positive striatonigral...9mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe J-Curve for Navigating the Nasolacrimal Outflow Tract Sobti, Deepak; Walk, Daniel; Finnerty, Katie; Mancini, Ronald, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To describe the technique of J-shaped manipulation of the metallic stent for instrument-free intubation of the nasolacrimal outflow tract after dacryocystorhinostomy. Methods: The internal diameter of the J-shaped...9mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήTranscranial Stimulation over Frontopolar Cortex Elucidates the Choice Attributes and Neural Mechanisms Used to Resolve Exploration-Exploitation Trade-Offs Optimal behavior requires striking a balance between exploiting tried-and-true options or exploring new possibilities. Neuroimaging studies have identified different brain regions in humans where neural activity is correlated with exploratory or exploitative behavior, but it is unclear whether this activity...9mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήSimilar Motor Cortical Control Mechanisms for Precise Limb Control during Reaching and Locomotion Throughout the course of evolution there has been a parallel development of the complexity and flexibility of the nervous system and the skeletomuscular system that it controls. This development is particularly evident for the cerebral cortical areas and the transformation of the use of the upper limbs...9mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήDistinct Mechanisms Underlie Quiescence during Two Caenorhabditis elegans Sleep-Like States Electrophysiological recordings have enabled identification of physiologically distinct yet behaviorally similar states of mammalian sleep. In contrast, sleep in nonmammals has generally been identified behaviorally and therefore regarded as a physiologically uniform state characterized by quiescence...9mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήHemispheric Asymmetries in Striatal Reward Responses Relate to Approach-Avoidance Learning and Encoding of Positive-Negative Prediction Errors in Dopaminergic Midbrain Regions Some individuals are better at learning about rewarding situations, whereas others are inclined to avoid punishments (i.e., enhanced approach or avoidance learning, respectively). In reinforcement learning, action values are increased when outcomes are better than predicted (positive prediction errors...9mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisExtensive Recurrent Periocular Basal Cell Carcinoma with Orbital Invasion Secondary Resistance to Vismodegib After Initial Successful Treatment of ...Papastefanou, Vasilios P.; René, Cornelius, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMVismodegib is proven to be effective in the treatment of locally advanced and metastatic basal cell carcinoma, but evidence of resistance is beginning to emerge....10mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήAsymmetric Interhemispheric Transfer in the Auditory Network: Evidence from TMS, Resting-State fMRI, and Diffusion Imaging Hemispheric asymmetries in human auditory cortical function and structure are still highly debated. Brain stimulation approaches can complement correlational techniques by uncovering causal influences. Previous studies have shown asymmetrical effects of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) on task...10mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήN-Acetylaspartate Synthase Deficiency Corrects the Myelin Phenotype in a Canavan Disease Mouse Model But Does Not Affect Survival Time Canavan disease (CD) is a severe, lethal leukodystrophy caused by deficiency in aspartoacylase (ASPA), which hydrolyzes N-acetylaspartate (NAA). In the brains of CD patients, NAA accumulates to high millimolar concentrations. The pathology of the disease is characterized by loss of oligodendrocytes and...10mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήTypical and Atypical Development of Functional Connectivity in the Face Network Extensive studies have demonstrated that face recognition performance does not reach adult levels until adolescence. However, there is no consensus on whether such prolonged improvement stems from development of general cognitive factors or face-specific mechanisms. Here, we used behavioral experiments...10mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisTemporal Fossa Volume Comparison of Temporal Fossa Volume in Young Versus Senescent Human Skulls.Zhao, Yue; Chundury, Rao V.; Perry, Julian D., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To determine whether bony changes in the temporal fossa occur with age. Methods: Human skulls within 2 age groups from the Hamann-Todd collection at...10mΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήRadial Glial Cell-Neuron Interaction Directs Axon Formation at the Opposite Side of the Neuron from the Contact Site How extracellular cues direct axon–dendrite polarization in mouse developing neurons is not fully understood. Here, we report that the radial glial cell (RGC)–cortical neuron interaction directs axon formation at the opposite side of the neuron from the contact site. N-cadherin accumulates at the contact...11mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPseudomonas Aeruginosa: A Masquerader in Sino-Orbital Infections Chen, Xi; Bleier, Benjamin S.; Lefebvre, Daniel R.; Lee, Nahyoung Grace, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To report 2 immunocompromised patients with sino-orbital necrotizing pseudomonas infections and review the literature. Methods: This is a noncomparative, retrospective case series, and review. The...12mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisLevamisole-Associated Vasculitis.Eyelid Necrosis and Secondary Cicatrical Ectropion Eyelid Necrosis and Secondary Cicatrical Ectropion Secondary to Levamisole-Associated Vasculitis.Ramesh, Sathyadeepak; Sobti, Deepak; Mancini, Ronald, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMA 56-year-old female presented with eyelid necrosis secondary to systemic levamisole-induced vasculitis. Skin biopsy revealed necrotic...13mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisLocal Resection and Brachytherapy for Primary Orbital Rhabdomyosarcoma : Outcome and Failure Pattern Analysis.Schoot, Reineke A.; Saeed, Peerooz; Freling, Nicole J.; Blank, Leo E. C. M.; Pieters, Bradley R.; van der Grient, Johan N. B.; Strackee, Simon D.; Bras, Johannes; Caron, Huib N.; Merks, Johannes H. M.; on behalf of the Amsterdam Head and Neck Working Group on Childhood...14mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisChoroidal Ganglioneuronal Hamartoma in a Patient with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 An Incidental Finding of.Chang, Ingrid; Juric-Sekhar, Gordana; Marshall, Desiree; Zhang, Jing, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMA 42-year-old man with neurofibromatosis type 1 underwent a giant facial neurofibroma resection and enucleation of the right eye. He was found to have a diffusely thickened and cellular...16mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisLateral Canthal Tendon Disinsertion : Clinical Characteristics and Anatomical Correlates.Shriver, Erin M.; Erickson, Benjamin P.; Kossler, Andrea L.; Tse, David T., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To highlight features of lateral canthal tendon disinsertion (LCTD), provide an algorithm for systematic assessment, and describe the anatomic...16mΛοίμωξηMetabolic potential and community structure of endophytic and rhizosphere bacteria associated with the roots of the halophyte Aster tripolium L. Publication date: January 2016Source:Microbiological Research, Volume 182 Author(s): Sonia Szymańska, Tomasz Płociniczak, Zofia Piotrowska-Seget, Michał Złoch, Silke Ruppel, Katarzyna Hrynkiewicz The submitted work assumes that the abundance and diversity of endophytic and rhizosphere microorganisms...16mΛοίμωξηStrain-level diversity of secondary metabolism in the biocontrol species Aneurinibacillus migulanus. Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Microbiological Research Author(s): Faizah N. Alenezi, Imen Rekik, Marta Bełka, Abrar F. Ibrahim, Lenka Luptakova, Marcel Jaspars, Steve Woodward, Lassaad Belbahri Aneurinibacillus migulanus strains Nagano and NCTC 7096 show potential in biocontrol...16mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisOrbital Decompression Techniques Trends in Orbital Decompression Techniques of Surveyed ASOPRS Members.Reich, Shani S.; Null, Robert C.; Timoney, Peter J.; Sokol, Jason A., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To assess current members of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) regarding preference in...17mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisEyebrow Soft Tissue Expansion in Thyroid Eye Disease Long-Term Evaluation of Moore, Grant H.; Rootman, Dan B.; Yeganeh, Amir; Goldberg, Robert A., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To evaluate the long-term transformation of lateral eyebrow soft tissue in a group of patients with known thyroid eye disease. Methods: A retrospective review of all patients with...18mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisExtreme Eyelid Lymphedema Associated with Rosacea (Morbihan Disease ): Case Series, Literature Review, and Therapeutic Considerations.Carruth, Bryant P.; Meyer, Dale R.; Wladis, Edward J.; Bradley, Elizabeth A.; Al-Rohil, Rami; Jones, David M.; Bartley, George B., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To describe severe lymphedema of the eyelids, known as Morbihan disease,...19mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPrimary Extradural Ectopic Orbital Meningioma Tendler, Irwin; Belinsky, Irina; Abramson, David H.; Marr, Brian P., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMThe authors describe a rare case of a primary extradural ectopic meningioma occurring in a 9-year-old female. A review of the literature with respect to clinical presentation, radiographic findings, management,...19mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMalignant transformation to ameloblastic carcinoma, tumor recurrence (29%), exenteration (14%), and death (14%) Maxillary Ameloblastoma with Orbital Involvement: An Institutional Experience and Literature Review.Milman, Tatyana; Lee, Vivian; LiVolsi, Virginia, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To describe 8 patients with orbital involvement by ameloblastoma and to review the literature on this topic. Methods: The...21mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisSecondary Ptosis Following Overcorrected Dysthyroid Upper Eyelid Retraction Nylon Hang Back Sutures in the Repair of Secondary Ptosis Following Overcorrected Dysthyroid Upper Eyelid Retraction.Shah-Desai, Sabrina; Azarbod, Parham; Szamocki, Sonia; Rose, Geoffrey E., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: Repair of blepharoptosis secondary to surgical overcorrection of thyroid related...23mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe lateral interdigitation of the frontalis and orbicularis oculi muscles : Frontalis Muscle Asymmetry and Lateral Landmarks Frontalis Muscle Asymmetry and Lateral Landmarks.Costin, Bryan R.; Wyszynski, Patrick J.; Rubinstein, Tal J.; Choudhary, Maria M.; Chundury, Rao V.; McBride, Jennifer M.; Levine, Mark R.; Perry, Julian D., 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: To investigate frontalis muscle asymmetry and characterize its lateral...25mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisUpper Eyelid Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing With Incisional Blepharoplasty Upper Eyelid Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing With Incisional Blepharoplasty.Kotlus, Brett S.; Schwarcz, Robert M.; Nakra, Tanuj, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: Laser resurfacing, performed at the same time as blepharoplasty, has most commonly been applied to the lower eyelid skin but can effectively...26mAestheticOphthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery - Published Ahead-of-PrintUpper Eyelid Fractional CO2 Laser Resurfacing With Incisional Blepharoplasty.Kotlus, Brett S.; Schwarcz, Robert M.; Nakra, Tanuj, 2015-10-26 07:00:00 AMPurpose: Laser resurfacing, performed at the same time as blepharoplasty, has...28mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisSmall Incision Lateral Eyebrow Ptosis Repair Technique Using a Frontalis Muscle Transposition Flap Safety and Effectiveness of aAbstractPurpose: To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a frontalis muscle transposition flap for treatment of lateral eyebrow ptosis.Methods: The charts of all patients undergoing frontalis muscle transposition flap eyebrow ptosis repair from December 2013 to September...30mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDynamic facial reanimation surgery A prospective 4 year study of the objective and subjective outcomes of 15 patients after dynamic facial reanimation surgeryby Peter Andrews, Premjit S Randhawa, Jonathan Joseph, Samantha Goh, Qian Li, Anne-Lise Poirrier, Samuel Leong, Tristram Lesser, Shakeel R Saeed via Clinical OtolaryngologyAbstractFacial...31mEvolution of a geneHeterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein A1 post-transcriptionally regulates Drp1 expression in neuroblastoma cells Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): So Jung Park, Heejin Lee, Doo Shin Jo, Yoon Kyung Jo, Ji Hyun Shin, Han Byeol Kim, Hae Mi Seo, David C. Rubinsztein, Jae-Young Koh, Eun Kyung Lee, Dong-Hyung Cho Excessive...31mEvolution of a geneLinker histones in hormonal gene regulation Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): G.P. Vicent, R.H.G. Wright, M. Beato In the present review, we summarize advances in our knowledge on the role of the histone H1 family of proteins in breast cancer cells,...Remove ads32mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe association between birth-order and the functional response of stimulated cord blood T cells Divergent Response Profile in Activated Cord Blood T cells from First-born Child Implies Birth-order-associated in Utero Immune Programmingby Marie Kragh, Jeppe Madura Larsen, Anna Hammerich Thysen, Morten Arendt Rasmussen, Helene Mygind Wolsk, Hans Bisgaard, Susanne Brix via AllergyAbstractBackgroundFirst-born...34mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisIgE-antibodies in relation to prevalence and multimorbidity of eczema, asthma and rhinitis IgE-antibodies in relation to prevalence and multimorbidity of eczema, asthma and rhinitis from birth to adolescenceby Natalia Ballardini, Anna Bergström, Carl-Fredrik Wahlgren, Marianne Hage, Eva Hallner, Inger Kull, Erik Melén, Josep M Antó, Jean Bousquet, Magnus Wickman via AllergyAbstractBackgroundEczema,...35mΒιοΜηχανικήHeterogeneous nuclear ribonucleoprotein A1 post-transcriptionally regulates Drp1 expression in neuroblastoma cells Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): So Jung Park, Heejin Lee, Doo Shin Jo, Yoon Kyung Jo, Ji Hyun Shin, Han Byeol Kim, Hae Mi Seo, David C. Rubinsztein, Jae-Young Koh, Eun Kyung Lee, Dong-Hyung Cho Excessive...35mΒιοΜηχανικήLinker histones in hormonal gene regulation Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): G.P. Vicent, R.H.G. Wright, M. Beato In the present review, we summarize advances in our knowledge on the role of the histone H1 family of proteins in breast cancer cells,...35mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHPV-Infektion in oralen, pharyngealen und laryngealen Papillomen HPV-Infektion in oralen, pharyngealen und laryngealen Papillomenvia HNOZusammenfassungHintergrundInfektionen mit humanen Papillomviren (HPV) spielen in der Pathogenese von Plattenepithelkarzinomen des oberen Aerodigestivtrakts eine wichtige Rolle. Dagegen sind das Auftreten und die Bedeutung einer HPV-Infektion...36mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDer submentale Insellappen zur Rekonstruktion im Kopf-Hals-Bereich Der submentale Insellappen zur Rekonstruktion im Kopf-Hals-Bereichvia HNOZusammenfassungHintergrundDie Rekonstruktion von Defekten nach Exstirpation von Kopf-Hals-Tumoren ist ein hoch anspruchsvolles und komplexes chirurgisches Unterfangen. Häufig verwendete Techniken wie der radiale Unterarmlappen oder...37mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHPV-assoziierte Kopf‑Hals‑Karzinome HPV-assoziierte Kopf‑Hals‑Karzinomevia HNOZusammenfassungHPV-assoziierte Kopf-Hals-Karzinome sind als eigene Tumorentität im Kopf-Hals-Bereich anzusehen und weisen deutlich ansteigende Inzidenzen in Nordamerika und Europa auf. Patienten mit diesen Tumoren haben ein erhöhtes Risiko für regionäre Lymphknoten-...38mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisLSCC : The c.*229C > T gene polymorphism in 3′UTR region of the topoisomerase IIβ binding protein 1 gene and LOH in BRCA1/2 regions  and their effect on the risk and progression of human laryngeal carcinomavia Tumor BiologyAbstractTopoisomerase IIβ binding protein 1 (TopBP1), a multiple-BRCT-domain, protein plays crucial roles in chromosome replication, DNA damage repair, apoptosis, and cell cycle checkpoint signalling. The aim of...39mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisGALNT7, a target of miR-494, participates in the oncogenesis of nasopharyngeal carcinoma GALNT7, a target of miR-494, participates in the oncogenesis of nasopharyngeal carcinomavia Tumor BiologyAbstractGalNAc-transferase-7 (GALNT7) is essential for the regulation of cell proliferation and has been implicated in tumorigenesis. However, the role of GALNT7 in the development and progression...40mΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςJournal of Voice Automatic Voice Pathology Detection With Running Speech by Using Estimation of Auditory Spectrum and Cepstral Coefficients Based on the All-Pole Model2015-10-28 18:28:59 PMPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Journal of VoiceAuthor(s): Zulfiqar Ali, Irraivan Elamvazuthi, Mansour Alsulaiman,...40mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFAM98A is a novel substrate of PRMT1 required for tumor cell migration, invasion, and colony formation FAM98A is a novel substrate of PRMT1 required for tumor cell migration, invasion, and colony formationvia Tumor BiologyAbstractProtein arginine methylation, which is mediated by a family of protein arginine methyltransferases (PRMTs), is associated with numerous fundamental cellular processes. Accumulating...41mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFerritin Deficiency may contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome Symptom Severity Ferritin Deficiency may contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome Symptom SeveritySerdar Tasdemir, Oguzhan Oz, 2015-10-28 19:08:02 PMWe have read Winkelman et al.'s study with great interest. In this study, they aimed to quantify gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), glutamate, and N-acetyl aspartate (NAA) levels in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), thalamus and cerebellum in patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS) and matched controls. When we inspected the article, in the model of the study, authors have established a wide range of exclusion criteria. Unfortunately they failed to consider serum ferritin levels. There are some conditional evidences for a role of the dopaminergic system and iron status in the pathophysiology of RLS.42mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPost-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating system Post-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating systemSung Ho Jang, Wan Seok Seo, Hyeok Gyu Kwon, 2015-10-28 19:08:02 PMA 39-year-old man suffered head trauma resulting from a car collision while driving a sedan. The patient lost consciousness for approximately 10 seconds, and experienced post-traumatic amnesia for approximately 5 minutes. The patient's Glasgow Coma Scale score was 15. Immediately after the head trauma incident, the patient complained of excessive sleepiness and sudden muscle weakness of all four extremities. At 3 months after onset, his Epworth Sleepiness Scale score was 19 (cut-off 10) and the Ullanlinna Narcolepsy Scale score was 23 (cut-off 14).43mΥπνική Άπνοια και Διαταραχές ΎπνουSleep Medicine Post-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating systemSung Ho Jang, Wan Seok Seo, Hyeok Gyu Kwon, 2015-10-28 19:08:02 PMA 39-year-old man suffered head trauma resulting from a car collision while driving a sedan. The patient lost consciousness for approximately 10 seconds, and experienced post-traumatic amnesia for approximately 5 minutes. The patient's Glasgow Coma Scale score was 15. Immediately after the head trauma incident, the patient complained of excessive sleepiness and sudden muscle weakness of all four extremities. At 3 months after onset, his Epworth Sleepiness Scale score was 19 (cut-off 10) and the Ullanlinna Narcolepsy Scale score was 23 (cut-off 14).Διαβάστε...46mOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisOral Oncology Induction chemotherapy for oral cavity cancer patients: Current status and future perspectivesGustavo Nader Marta, William N. William, Olavo Feher, André Lopes Carvalho, Luiz Paulo Kowalski, 2015-10-28 19:04:02 PMGlobal yearly estimates for new oral cavity cancer cases are 263,000, with 127,000 expected deaths related to disease [1]. Most patients have locally advanced disease at the time of diagnoses and tumor presentation is often characterized by local invasion and lymph node involvement [2].Διαβάστε...47mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisInduction chemotherapy for oral cavity cancer patients : Induction chemotherapy with three drugs (taxane plus PF) followed by (chemo)radiotherapy improved overall survival compared to induction chemotherapy with two drugs (PF) followed by (chemo)radiotherapy : Current status and future perspectivesby Gustavo Nader Marta, William N. William, Olavo Feher, André Lopes Carvalho, Luiz Paulo Kowalski via Oral OncologyGlobal yearly estimates for new oral cavity cancer cases are 263,000, with 127,000 expected deaths related to disease [1]. Most patients have locally...50mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisA Possible Association Between Thyroid Cancer and Breast Cancer A Possible Association Between Thyroid Cancer and Breast Cancerby Jee Hyun An via liebertpub1Thyroid , Vol. 0, No. 0. Author informationJee Hyun An,1,2 Yul Hwangbo,1 Hwa Young Ahn,1,3 Bhumsuk Keam,1 Kyu Eun Lee,4 Wonshik Han,4 Do Joon Park,1 In Ae Park,5 Dong-Young Noh,4 Yeo-Kyu Youn,4 Bo Youn Cho,1,3 Seock-Ah...52mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMigraine and subclinical atherosclerosis  in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil)by Goulart, A. C., Santos, I. S., Bittencourt, M. S., Lotufo, P. A., Bensenor, I. M. via Cephalalgia -- Preview ArticlesIntroductionThe relationship between migraine and coronary heart disease (CHD) remains controversial. We aimed to investigate...53mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) Does fractional exhaled nitric oxide vary by foreign-born status and years of US residence?by Richard F. Gillum, Yewande Odeyemi, Chad Hines, Alem Mehari via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologySilverberg et al1 report that asthma prevalence is higher in US-born than in foreign-born adults regardless...54mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHuman leukocyte antigen and the immunogenetics of peanut allergy The evolving story of by Jonathan A. Hemler, Elizabeth J. Phillips, Simon A. Mallal, Peggy L. Kendall via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologyPeanut allergy (PA) clearly has a heritable component. Specific genetic contributions are unknown, but human leukocyte antigen (HLA) loci are obvious candidates....55mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisRelationship between maternal and child behaviors in pediatric food allergy —an exploratory studyby Isolde Sommer, Vivienne Chisholm, Heather MacKenzie, Carina Venter, Taraneh Dean via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologyParents play an important role in developing young children's food choices. They influence children's eating environments through the foods they make...56mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisNegative provocation test results with β-lactam antibiotics : Additional provocation testing Additional provocation testing in patients with negative provocation test results with β-lactam antibioticsby Murat Capanoglu, Emine Vezir, Emine Dibek Misirlioglu, Hakan Guvenir, Betul Buyuktiryaki, Muge Toyran, Can N. Kocabas via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologyPositive reactions after a...57mOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisImmunotherapy mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts Allergen stabilities and compatibilities in by Thomas J. Grier, Dawn M. Hall, Elizabeth A. Duncan, Satyen M. Gada via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologyIndoor allergen mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts are commonly used in allergy clinics for subcutaneous immunotherapy,...59mAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaAnnals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Counseling patients with asthma and allergy about electronic cigarettes: an evidence-based approachRiccardo Polosa, Davide Campagna, Mark F. Sands, 2015-10-28 18:52:30 PMTo provide an evidence-based review of common safety concerns and emerging potential benefits deriving from the regular use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) and thus improve counseling between physicians and their patients with asthma and allergy using or intending to use ECs.Διαβάστε...1hΘεραπείαEffects of Therapeutic and Supratherapeutic Doses of Siponimod (BAF312) on Cardiac Repolarization in Healthy Subjects Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Kasra Shakeri-Nejad, Vassilios Aslanis, Uday Kiran Veldandi, Louise Mooney, Nicole Pezous, Bruno Brendani, Axel Juan, Mark Allison, Robert Perry, Eric Legangneux PurposeThe International Conference on Harmonisation...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisCounseling patients with asthma and allergy about electronic cigarettes : an evidence-based approachby Riccardo Polosa, Davide Campagna, Mark F. Sands via Annals of Allergy, Asthma & ImmunologyAbstractObjectiveTo provide an evidence-based review of common safety concerns and emerging potential benefits deriving from the regular use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) and...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisIntensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) is frequently used, but there are no data about current frequency regarding specific tumor sites and equipment used for quality assurance (QA). The use of IMRT in Germanyvia Latest Results for Strahlentherapie und OnkologieAbstractBackgroundIntensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) is frequently used, but there are no data about current frequency regarding specific tumor sites and equipment used for quality assurance (QA).Materials and methodsAn...1hCancerStrahlentherapie und Onkologie Erratum to: Dosimetrics of intracranial stereotactic radiosurgery2015-11-01 02:00:00 AMΔιαβάστε περισσότεραΑρχήFertilitätserhalt bei Brustkrebs durch Embryo-Kryokonservierung nach ovarieller Stimulation mit Letrozol und FSH2015-11-01 02:00:00 AMΔιαβάστε περισσότεραΑρχήTreatment of folliculitis decalvans...1hΕνδοκρινολογίαJournal of Endocrinological Investigation “The Annunciation”—Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola called Parmigianino (1503–1540)2015-11-01 02:00:00 AMΔιαβάστε περισσότεραΑρχήQuality of life and sexual function of women affected by endometriosis-associated pelvic pain when treated with dienogest2015-11-01 02:00:00 AMAbstractPurposeThe aim of the...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHead and Neck Pathology Epithelioid Multinodular Osteoblastoma of the Mandible: A Case Report and Review of Literature2015-10-27 02:00:00 AMAbstractEpithelioid multinodular osteoblastoma is a rare variant of osteoblastoma characterized by numerous nodules of epithelioid osteoblasts surrounding bony trabeculae, as well as clusters...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisEpithelioid multinodular osteoblastoma Epithelioid Multinodular Osteoblastoma of the Mandible: A Case Report and Review of Literaturevia Latest ResultsAbstractEpithelioid multinodular osteoblastoma is a rare variant of osteoblastoma characterized by numerous nodules of epithelioid osteoblasts surrounding bony trabeculae, as well as clusters...1hHearing and BalanceGait & Posture Effects of an auditory biofeedback device on plantar pressure in patients with chronic ankle instability2015-10-28 18:42:24 PMPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Gait & PostureAuthor(s): Luke Donovan, Mark A. Feger, Joseph M. Hart, Susan Saliba, Joseph Park, Jay HertelChronic...1hCancerUltrasound plays a key role in imaging and management of genital angiomyofibroblastoma: a case report IntroductionAngiomyofibroblastoma is a benign, rare mesenchymal tumor arising from the genital tract of both men and women and was first described by Fletcher and colleagues in 1992. The tumor needs to be distinguished from other, similar lesions, such as deep and superficial aggressive angiomyxoma and...1hCancerThe challenging diagnosis of haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis in an HIV-infected patient The differential diagnosis of febrile pancytopenia in the setting of HIV infection can be challenging. The authors report a case of a 34-year-old man with advanced HIV infection (TCD4=8 cells/mm3) and a 2-month history of fever, weight loss and asthaenia. On observation, he was emaciated, hyperthermic...1hCancerConcurrent perforated Meckel's diverticulum and intestinal malrotation in an 8-year-old boy An 8-year-old boy with a history of recurrent abdominal pain presented with a 12 h history of severe periumbilical pain, nausea and vomiting. On examination, he was found to have a tender, erythematous, paraumbilical mass. At operative exploration, an abscess cavity was identified and followed to reveal...1hCancerImpella left ventricular assist device in cardiac arrest after spinal anaesthesia for caesarean section Cardiac arrest after neuraxial anaesthesia is very well described. Inhibition of the sympathetic efferent system and vagal activation leading to decrease preload and severe bradycardia results in cardiac arrest. Pregnant patients undergoing spinal anaesthesia are at increased risk for vasovagal events...1hCancerOral manifestations of Crohn's disease Description A 17-year-old boy presented with a 2-month history of painful oral ulcerated lesions and cheilitis (figure 1A–C), with no other symptoms, and no history of trauma or toxic ingestion. His and family medical history were not relevant. Figure 1 (A–C) Oral ulcerated lesions and cheilitis....1hCancerBilateral hip pain in a young man? It may be worth considering juvenile-onset ankylosing spondylitis (JAS) A 15-year-old boy with severe bilateral hip joint pain and restriction of mobility presented to the casualty ward. He had earlier been treated for tuberculosis of the hip, with no relief. Our work up revealed a case of severe juvenile-onset ankylosing spondylitis with predominant hip involvement and...1hΘεραπείαEffect of spinal stabilization exercise on dynamic postural control and visual dependency in subjects with chronic non-specific low back pain Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Mahyar Salavati, Behnam Akhbari, Ismail Ebrahimi Takamjani, Hossein Bagheri, Kamran Ezzati, Amir Hossein Kahlaee BackgroundMotor control approach towards chronic non-specific low back pain...1hΛοίμωξηEnterococcus faecium Mediastinitis Complicated by Disseminated Candida parapsilosis Infection after Congenital Heart Surgery in a 4-Week-Old Baby Background. Cardiac surgery offers multiple treatment options for children with congenital heart defects. However, infectious complications still remain a major cause of morbidity and mortality in these patients. Mediastinitis is a detrimental complication in children undergoing cardiac surgery. The...1hΘεραπείαBasic Body Awareness Therapy for traumatised refugees Refugee experiences of individual Basic Body Awareness Therapy and the level of transference into daily life. An interview study Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Trine Stårup Madsen, Jessica Carlsson, Maja Nordbrandt, Jonna Anne Jensen PurposeThe aim of the study was to investigate refugee experiences of individual Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT)...1hΘεραπείαAcute effects of traditional Thai massage on cortisol levels, arterial blood pressure and stress perception in academic stress condition: a single blind randomised controlled trial Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Surussawadi Bennett, Michael John Bennett, Uraiwon Chatchawan, Patcharaporn Jenjaiwit, Rungthip Pantumethakul, Soontorn Kunhasura, Wichai Eungpinichpong Traditional Thai massage (TTM) has...1hΘεραπείαA Reliability Study of the New Sensors for Movement Analysis (SHARIF–HMIS) Publication date: Available online 24 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Mohsen Abedi, Farideh Dehghan Manshadi, Minoo Khalkhali Zavieh, Sajad Ashouri, Hadi Azimi, Mohamad Parnianpour AimSHARIF-HMIS is a new inertial sensor designed for movement analysis. The aim...1hΘεραπείαFascial Hierarchies and the Relevance of Crossed-Helical Arrangements of Collagen to Changes in the Shape of Muscles Publication date: Available online 23 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Graham Scarr CBiol Muscles are composite structures consisting of contractile myofibres surrounded by complex hierarchies of collagen-reinforced fascial sheaths. They are essentially flexible...1hΘεραπείαThe Clinical Presentation of Individuals with Femoral Acetabular Impingement and Labral Tears: A Narrative Review of the Evidence Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Scott Cheatham, Keelan R. Enseki, Morey J. Kolber Femoral acetabular impingement (FAI) has emerged as one of the more commonly recognized intraarticular hip pathologies and is often accompanied...1hΘεραπείαA Critical Overview of the Current Myofascial Pain Literature – October 2015 Publication date: Available online 22 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Jan Dommerholt, Rob Grieve, Todd Hooks, Michelle Layton The number of publications about myofascial pain and trigger points (TrP) seems to increase every year. In the current overview we include...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisTracheostomy Tube Placement: Early and Late Complications Tracheostomy Tube Placement: Early and Late Complicationsby Fernandez-Bussy, Sebastian; Mahajan, Bob; Folch, Erik; Caviedes, Ivan; Guerrero, Jorge; Majid, Adnan via Journal of Bronchology & Interventional Pulmonology - Most Popular ArticlesTracheostomy tube placement is a therapeutic procedure that...1hΘεραπείαLetter to the Editor Publication date: Available online 22 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Gil Hedley from Pharmacology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1NATqrQ via IFTTT1hΘεραπείαCross friction algometry (CFA): comparison of pressure pain thresholds between patients with chronic non-specific low back pain and healthy subjects Publication date: Available online 22 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Andre Farasyn, Bert Lassat Palpation is widely used to assess muscular sensitivity in clinical settings but still remains a subjective evaluation. This cross-sectional study assessed a newly...1hΘεραπείαSagittal evaluation of usual standing and sitting spinal posture Publication date: Available online 22 October 2015Source:Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Author(s): Kurt Claeys, Simon Brumagne, Jan Deklerck, Jacques Vanderhaeghen, Wim Dankaerts Postural rehabilitation often plays an important role in the management of non-specific low back pain. While...Remove ads1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe effects of bismuth subgallate on the inflammatory process and angiogenesis of the oral mucosa Experimental study on via ScienceDirect Publication: Brazilian Journal of OtorhinolaryngologyPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Brazilian Journal of OtorhinolaryngologyAuthor(s): Eduardo Vieira Couto, Carlos Roberto Ballin, Claudia Paraguaçu Pupo Sampaio, Carlos Augusto Seije Maeda,...1hΒιοΜηχανικήER-REBOA Catheter for Emergency Occlusion of Aorta FDA Cleared Pryor Medical Devices, a company with offices in Arvada, CO and Boerne, TX, won FDA clearance for its ER-REBOA catheter. The device is used to occlude large vessels during emergency procedures while providing arterial pressure monitoring. It has a soft tip, a narrow 7 French size, and doesn't require...1hHuman DiseasesHealth service availability and health seeking behaviour in resource poor settings: evidence from Mozambique Low-income countries are plagued by a high burden of preventable and curable disease as well as unmet need for healthcare, but detailed microeconomic evidence on the relationship between supply-side factors and service use is limited. Causality has rarely been assessed due to the challenges posed by...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisTemporal pattern of acoustic imaging noise asymmetrically modulates activation in the auditory cortex Temporal pattern of acoustic imaging noise asymmetrically modulates activation in the auditory cortexvia Hearing ResearchPublication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing ResearchAuthor(s): Ruwan D. Ranaweera, Minseok Kwon, Shuowen Hu, Gregory G. Tamer, Wen-Ming Luh, Thomas M. TalavageThis...1hHearing and BalanceHearing Research Cochlear implantation as a long-term treatment for ipsilateral incapacitating tinnitus in subjects with unilateral hearing loss up to 10 years2015-10-28 18:31:29 PMPublication date: January 2016Source:Hearing Research, Volume 331Author(s): Griet Mertens, Marc De Bodt, Paul Van de HeyningIntroduction The...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHigh-frequency hearing  in seals and sea lionsvia Hearing ResearchPublication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing ResearchAuthor(s): Kane A. Cunningham, Colleen ReichmuthExisting evidence suggests that some pinnipeds (seals, sea lions, and walruses) can detect underwater sound at frequencies well above the...1hSpeech and Hearing DisordersJournal of Voice Automatic Voice Pathology Detection With Running Speech by Using Estimation of Auditory Spectrum and Cepstral Coefficients Based on the All-Pole Model2015-10-28 18:28:59 PMPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Journal of VoiceAuthor(s): Zulfiqar Ali, Irraivan Elamvazuthi, Mansour Alsulaiman,...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAutomatic Voice Pathology Detection With Running Speech  by Using Estimation of Auditory Spectrum and Cepstral Coefficients Based on the All-Pole Modelvia ScienceDirect Publication: Journal of VoicePublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Journal of VoiceAuthor(s): Zulfiqar Ali, Irraivan Elamvazuthi, Mansour Alsulaiman, Ghulam MuhammadBackground...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisExtralaryngeal branches of the RLN innervated the CTM Innervation of the cricothyroid muscle by extralaryngeal branches of the recurrent laryngeal nerveby Akira Miyauchi, Hiroo Masuoka, Ayako Nakayama, Takuya Higashiyama via The LaryngoscopeObjectives/HypothesisA major concern in thyroid surgery is possible changes in the patient's voice due to dysfunction...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisA novel, flexible, single-arm robotic surgical system is presented for its use in transoral endoscopic head and neck surgery A flexible, single-arm robotic surgical system for transoral resection of the tonsil and lateral pharyngeal wall: Next-generation robotic head and neck surgeryby F. Christopher Holsinger via The LaryngoscopeObjectives/HypothesisTo describe the application of a novel flexible robotic surgical system to...1hOnline Journals of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery by Alexandros G.SfakianakisThe Laryngoscope Product comparison model in otolaryngology: Equivalency analysis of absorbable hemostatic agents after endoscopic sinus surgeryJastin L. Antisdel, Annika Meyer, Brett Comer, David Jang, Jose Gurrola, Eyad Khabbaz, Kara Christopher, Stilianos Kountakis, 2015-10-28 18:23:33 PMObjectives/HypothesisEvidence-based...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAbsorbable hemostatic agents after endoscopic sinus surgery Product comparison model in otolaryngology: Equivalency analysis of absorbable hemostatic agents after endoscopic sinus surgeryby Jastin L. Antisdel, Annika Meyer, Brett Comer, David Jang, Jose Gurrola, Eyad Khabbaz, Kara Christopher, Stilianos Kountakis via The LaryngoscopeObjectives/HypothesisEvidence-based...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisEnhancing the endogenous NGF to protect NGF-damaged neurons High-pressure physiological saline isotonic solution administration enhances brain NGF and NGF-receptors expressionby admin via European Review » OtolaryngologyOBJECTIVE: Nerve growth factor (NGF) is a neurotrophin which promotes and regulates the survival of neurons in the peripheral nervous system....1hHearing and BalanceThe Journal of the Acoustical Society of America Hearing thresholds of a harbor porpoise (Phocoena phocoena) for narrow-band sweepsRonald A. Kastelein, Jessica Schop, Lean Hoek and Jennifer Covi, 2015-10-28 16:04:40 PMThe hearing sensitivity of a 2-yr-old male harbor porpoise was measured using a standard psycho-acoustic technique under low ambient...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe nasal microbiome in chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) A comprehensive review of by Mahboobeh Mahdavinia, Ali Keshavarzian, Mary C Tobin, Alan Landay, Robert P. Schleimer via Clinical & Experimental AllergyAbstractChronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) has been known as a disease with strong infectious and inflammatory components for decades. The recent advancement...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMore severe inflammation or additional risk factors are required for activation of coagulation or reduction of fibrinolysis in asthma Loss of asthma control and activation of coagulation and fibrinolysisby Marlous M.S. Sneeboer, Niki Fens, Marianne A van de Pol, Christof J. Majoor, Joost C.M. Meijers, Pieter W. Kamphuisen, Rene Lutter, Peter J. Sterk, Elisabeth H.D. Bel via Clinical & Experimental AllergyAbstractBackgroundEpidemiologic...1hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaClinical & Experimental Allergy Comparable actions of omalizumab on mast cells and basophilsEva Serrano-Candelas, Rubén Martinez-Aranguren, Antonio Valero, Joan Bartra, Gabriel Gastaminza, M José Goikoetxea, Margarita Martín, Marta Ferrer, 2015-10-28 18:13:08 PMAbstractBackgroundOmalizumab (OmAb) has recently been approved for the...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisOmalizumab on mast cells and basophils Comparable actions of by Eva Serrano-Candelas, Rubén Martinez-Aranguren, Antonio Valero, Joan Bartra, Gabriel Gastaminza, M José Goikoetxea, Margarita Martín, Marta Ferrer via Clinical & Experimental AllergyAbstractBackgroundOmalizumab (OmAb) has recently been approved for the treatment of diseases...1hΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήThe Journal of Headache and Pain Experimental inflammation following dural application of complete Freund’s adjuvant or inflammatory soup does not alter brain and trigeminal microvascular passage Background: Migraine is a paroxysmal, disabling primary headache that affects 16 % of the adult population. In spite of decades of intense...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe common food additive carrageenan : Some animal studies indicate tumor promotion or initiation by carrageenan CarrageenanCarrageenans or carrageenins (/ˌkærəˈɡiːnənz/ KARR-ə-GHEE-nənz fromIrish carraigín, "little rock") are a family of linear sulphated polysaccharidesthat are extracted from red edible seaweeds. They are widely used in thefood industry, for their gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties....1hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςInferior PFC Subregions Have Broad Cognitive Roles Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Trends in Cognitive Sciences Author(s): Adam Hampshire, David Sharp from Language and Communication Disorders via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PUsy8E via IFTTT1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFfall asthma exacerbations : Preseasonal treatment with either omalizumab or an inhaled corticosteroid boost  to prevent fall asthma exacerbations2015-10-28 18:01:09 PMPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyAuthor(s): Stephen J. Teach, Michelle A. Gill, Alkis Togias, Christine A. Sorkness, Samuel J. Arbes, Agustin Calatroni, Jeremy J. Wildfire, Peter...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisT cell–mediated late reactions revealed by atopy patch testing with hypoallergenic rBet v 1 fragments Frequent occurrence of 2015-10-28 18:01:09 PMPublication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyAuthor(s): Raffaela Campana, Katharina Moritz, Katharina Marth, Angela Neubauer, Hans Huber, Rainer Henning, Katharina Blatt, Gregor Hoermann, Tess M. Brodie,...1hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaJournal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Frequent occurrence of T cell–mediated late reactions revealed by atopy patch testing with hypoallergenic rBet v 1 fragments2015-10-28 18:01:09 PMPublication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyAuthor(s): Raffaela Campana, Katharina Moritz, Katharina...1hOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDistinguishing benign from pathologic TH2 immunity in atopic children : IL-10 is a known IgG1 switch factor Distinguishing benign from pathologic TH2 immunity in atopic childrenvia Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyPublication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical ImmunologyAuthor(s): Patrick G. Holt, Deborah Strickland, Anthony Bosco, Danielle Belgrave, Belinda Hales, Angela...1hAnatomy PathologyGraft-versus-host disease-like erythroderma: a manifestation of thymoma-associated multiorgan autoimmunity from Anatomy Pathology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LC5iJB via IFTTT1hΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήExperimental inflammation following dural application of complete Freund’s adjuvant or inflammatory soup does not alter brain and trigeminal microvascular passage Background: Migraine is a paroxysmal, disabling primary headache that affects 16 % of the adult population. In spite of decades of intense research, the origin and the pathophysiology mechanisms involved are still not fully known. Although triptans and gepants provide effective relief from acute migraine...1hAnatomy PathologyCorrigendum from Anatomy Pathology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LC5fgG via IFTTT1hΒιοΜηχανικήUV Angel Automatic UV Disinfection Device for Medical Monitors, Phones, Desktops UV Partners, a company based in Livonia, Michigan, is releasing an interesting ultraviolet disinfection device for use around clinical environments. UV disinfection is nothing new, but usually involves large devices that irradiate entire rooms. The UV Angel is designed to kill microbes on specific commonly...1hSpeech and Hearing DisordersInferior PFC Subregions Have Broad Cognitive Roles Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Trends in Cognitive Sciences Author(s): Adam Hampshire, David Sharp from Language and Communication Disorders via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PUsy8E via IFTTT1hAnatomy PathologySupercalifragilisticexpialidocious! from Anatomy Pathology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LC5ecT via IFTTT2hΛοίμωξηThe Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Human Telomerase-Derived Peptide on P. gingivalis Lipopolysaccharide-Induced Inflammatory Cytokine Production and Its Mechanism in Human Dental Pulp Cells Porphyromonas gingivalis is considered with inducing pulpal inflammation and has lipopolysaccharide (LPS) as an inflammatory stimulator. GV1001 peptide has anticancer and anti-inflammation activity due to inhibiting activation of signaling molecules after penetration into the various types of cells....2hΛοίμωξηMPNs as Inflammatory Diseases: The Evidence, Consequences, and Perspectives In recent years the evidence is increasing that chronic inflammation may be an important driving force for clonal evolution and disease progression in the Philadelphia-negative myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), essential thrombocythemia (ET), polycythemia vera (PV), and myelofibrosis (MF). Abnormal...3hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisThe relative survival of composite free flaps in head and neck reconstruction Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Author(s): M.L.V. Van Genechten, M.D. Batstone Various composite free flaps are available for reconstruction of bony head and neck defects. The aim of this study was to compare the relative...3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςBilingualism at the core of the brain. Structural differences between bilinguals and monolinguals revealed by subcortical shape analysis. Bilingualism at the core of the brain. Structural differences between bilinguals and monolinguals revealed by subcortical shape analysis. Neuroimage. 2015 Oct 23; Authors: Burgaleta M, Sanjuán A, Ventura N, Sebastián-Gallés N, Ávila C Abstract Naturally acquiring a language shapes the human brain...3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςTemporal Characteristics of Nasalization: Language Specific or Not? Temporal Characteristics of Nasalization: Language Specific or Not? Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2015 Oct 27; Authors: Baghban K, Asadollahpour F PMID: 26506045 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] from Language and Communication Disorders via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LBO5jk via IFTTT3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςBrain Basis of Communicative Actions in Language. Brain Basis of Communicative Actions in Language. Neuroimage. 2015 Oct 23; Authors: Egorova N, Shtyrov Y, Pulvermüller F Abstract Although language is a key tool for communication in social interaction, most studies in the neuroscience of language have focused on language structures such as words...3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςLanguage processing of auditory cortex revealed by functional magnetic resonance imaging in presbycusis patients. Language processing of auditory cortex revealed by functional magnetic resonance imaging in presbycusis patients. Acta Otolaryngol. 2015 Oct 27;:1-7 Authors: Chen X, Wang M, Deng Y, Liang Y, Li J, Chen S Abstract CONCLUSION: Contralateral temporal lobe activation decreases with aging, regardless...3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςA Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Related Articles A Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Ann Thorac Surg. 2015 Aug;100(2):568-74 Authors: Grimm JC, Magruder JT, Ohkuma R, Dungan SP, Hayes A, Vose AK, Orlando M, Sussman MS, Cameron DE, Whitman GJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Although the exact cause...3hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςMachine learning source separation using maximum a posteriori nonnegative matrix factorization. Related Articles Machine learning source separation using maximum a posteriori nonnegative matrix factorization. IEEE Trans Cybern. 2014 Jul;44(7):1169-79 Authors: Gao B, Woo WL, Ling BW Abstract A novel unsupervised machine learning algorithm for single channel source separation is presented....4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersTemporal Characteristics of Nasalization: Language Specific or Not? Temporal Characteristics of Nasalization: Language Specific or Not? Cleft Palate Craniofac J. 2015 Oct 27; Authors: Baghban K, Asadollahpour F PMID: 26506045 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] from Language and Communication Disorders via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LBO5jk via IFTTT4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersBrain Basis of Communicative Actions in Language. Brain Basis of Communicative Actions in Language. Neuroimage. 2015 Oct 23; Authors: Egorova N, Shtyrov Y, Pulvermüller F Abstract Although language is a key tool for communication in social interaction, most studies in the neuroscience of language have focused on language structures such as words...4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersBilingualism at the core of the brain. Structural differences between bilinguals and monolinguals revealed by subcortical shape analysis. Bilingualism at the core of the brain. Structural differences between bilinguals and monolinguals revealed by subcortical shape analysis. Neuroimage. 2015 Oct 23; Authors: Burgaleta M, Sanjuán A, Ventura N, Sebastián-Gallés N, Ávila C Abstract Naturally acquiring a language shapes the human brain...4hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisMitoxantrone as a contributing factor in medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaws Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Author(s): J.V. Bagan, L. Bagan, R. Poveda, C. Scully Bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (BRONJ) is usually initiated by dental surgery, but is occasionally exacerbated by other...4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersLanguage processing of auditory cortex revealed by functional magnetic resonance imaging in presbycusis patients. Language processing of auditory cortex revealed by functional magnetic resonance imaging in presbycusis patients. Acta Otolaryngol. 2015 Oct 27;:1-7 Authors: Chen X, Wang M, Deng Y, Liang Y, Li J, Chen S Abstract CONCLUSION: Contralateral temporal lobe activation decreases with aging, regardless...4hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisEstimation of the width of free margin with a significant impact on local recurrence in surgical resection of oral squamous cell carcinoma Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Author(s): S. Yamada, H. Kurita, T. Shimane, T. Kamata, S. Uehara, H. Tanaka, T. Yamamoto The purpose of this study was to estimate the width of free margin with a significant impact on...4hΒιοΜηχανικήThermal Proteome Profiling and Cancer Drugs Because the proteome is both vast and complex, the tasks associated with drug discovery—characterization of underlying mechanisms and affinity for all potential drug targets—can be formidable. One emerging technique, cellular thermal shift assay (CETSA), measures changes in thermal stability as a result...4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersA Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Related Articles A Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Ann Thorac Surg. 2015 Aug;100(2):568-74 Authors: Grimm JC, Magruder JT, Ohkuma R, Dungan SP, Hayes A, Vose AK, Orlando M, Sussman MS, Cameron DE, Whitman GJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Although the exact cause...4hSpeech and Hearing DisordersMachine learning source separation using maximum a posteriori nonnegative matrix factorization. Related Articles Machine learning source separation using maximum a posteriori nonnegative matrix factorization. IEEE Trans Cybern. 2014 Jul;44(7):1169-79 Authors: Gao B, Woo WL, Ling BW Abstract A novel unsupervised machine learning algorithm for single channel source separation is presented....4hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisFunctional monomer impurity affects adhesive performance Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Dental Materials Author(s): Kumiko Yoshihara, Noriyuki Nagaoka, Takumi Okihara, Manabu Kuroboshi, Satoshi Hayakawa, Yukinori Maruo, Goro Nishigawa, Jan De Munck, Yasuhiro Yoshida, Bart Van Meerbeek ObjectiveThe functional monomer 10-MDP has been...Remove ads4hHuman DiseasesWaiting time distribution in public health care: empirics and theory Excessive waiting times for elective surgery have been a long-standing concern in many national healthcare systems in the OECD. How do the hospital admission patterns that generate waiting lists affect different patients? What are the hospitals characteristics that determine waiting times? By developing...4hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaHuman Umbilical Cord Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Promote IL-17 Production from hPBMCs of Healthy Donors and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients Abstract Inflammation instigated by IL-17-producing cells is central to the development and pathogenesis of several human autoimmune diseases and animal models of autoimmunity. The expansion of IL-17 producing cells from healthy donors is reportedly promoted by mesenchymal stem cells derived from fetal...4hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaDifferential evolution of peripheral cytokine levels in symptomatic and asymptomatic responses to experimental influenza virus challenge SUMMARY Exposure to influenza virus triggers a complex cascade of events in the human host. In order to better understand the evolution of this intricate response over time, human volunteers were inoculated with influenza A/Wisconsin/67/2005 (H3N2), and then had serial peripheral blood samples drawn...4hΛοίμωξηGenetic Polymorphisms of Multidrug Resistance Gene-1 (MDR1/ABCB1) and Glutathione S-Transferase Gene and the Risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease among Moroccan Patients Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are multifactorial disorders resulting from environmental and genetic factors. Polymorphisms in MDR1 and GSTs genes might explain individual differences in susceptibility to IBD. We carried out a case-control study to examine the association of MDR1 (C1236T and C3435T),...4hCancerMultisystemic Side Effects of an Indispensable Old Drug: A Case Report of Chronic Lithium Use (A Patient with Multiple Side Effects of Lithium) Presented here is a case of long-term lithium use, with multiple emerging lithium-associated side effects. An 82-year-old woman was brought into the emergency department because of loss of consciousness. According to the physical examination and laboratory analyses, patient was diagnosed with lithium-associated...4hCancerArthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita: Multiple Congenital Joint Contractures Arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (AMC) is a syndrome characterized by nonprogressive multiple congenital joint contractures. The etiology of disease is multifactorial; it is most commonly suspected from absent fetal movements and genetic defects. AMC affects mainly limbs; also it might present with...4hCancerA rare association - amelogenesis imperfecta, platispondyly and bicytopenia: a case report IntroductionAmelogenesis imperfecta is an inherited disease characterized by generalized structural abnormalities of the enamel on all teeth, including both primary and permanent dentition. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of a rare association of amelogenesis imperfecta, platyspondyly,...5hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήFunctional monomer impurity affects adhesive performance Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Dental Materials Author(s): Kumiko Yoshihara, Noriyuki Nagaoka, Takumi Okihara, Manabu Kuroboshi, Satoshi Hayakawa, Yukinori Maruo, Goro Nishigawa, Jan De Munck, Yasuhiro Yoshida, Bart Van Meerbeek ObjectiveThe functional monomer 10-MDP has been...5hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήEffect of temperature and humidity on post-gel shrinkage, cusp deformation, bond strength and shrinkage stress – Construction of a chamber to simulate the oral environment Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Dental Materials Author(s): Aline Aredes Bicalho, Silas Júnior Boaventura de Souza, Camila Maria Peres de Rosatto, Daranee Tantbirojn, Antheunis Versluis, Carlos José Soares ObjectivesEvaluate the effect of environment on post-gel shrinkage (Shr),...5hHearing and BalanceHigh-frequency hearing in seals and sea lions Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing Research Author(s): Kane A. Cunningham, Colleen Reichmuth Existing evidence suggests that some pinnipeds (seals, sea lions, and walruses) can detect underwater sound at frequencies well above the traditional high-frequency hearing limits...5hHearing and BalanceTemporal pattern of acoustic imaging noise asymmetrically modulates activation in the auditory cortex Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing Research Author(s): Ruwan D. Ranaweera, Minseok Kwon, Shuowen Hu, Gregory G. Tamer, Wen-Ming Luh, Thomas M. Talavage This study investigated the hemisphere-specific effects of the temporal pattern of imaging related acoustic noise on...5hHearing and BalanceSoxC transcription factors are essential for the development of the inner ear. SoxC transcription factors are essential for the development of the inner ear. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2015 Oct 26; Authors: Gnedeva K, Hudspeth AJ Abstract Hair cells, the mechanosensory receptors of the inner ear, underlie the senses of hearing and balance. Adult mammals cannot adequately replenish...5hHearing and BalancePrevalence of vestibular dysfunction and associated factors in South Korea. Prevalence of vestibular dysfunction and associated factors in South Korea. BMJ Open. 2015;5(10):e008224 Authors: Koo JW, Chang MY, Woo SY, Kim S, Cho YS Abstract OBJECTIVE: To report the nationwide prevalence of dizziness and vestibular dysfunction in the Korean population and determine the associated...5hHearing and BalanceHigh-frequency hearing in seals and sea lions Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing Research Author(s): Kane A. Cunningham, Colleen Reichmuth Existing evidence suggests that some pinnipeds (seals, sea lions, and walruses) can detect underwater sound at frequencies well above the traditional high-frequency hearing limits...6hHearing and BalanceTemporal pattern of acoustic imaging noise asymmetrically modulates activation in the auditory cortex Publication date: Available online 28 October 2015Source:Hearing Research Author(s): Ruwan D. Ranaweera, Minseok Kwon, Shuowen Hu, Gregory G. Tamer, Wen-Ming Luh, Thomas M. Talavage This study investigated the hemisphere-specific effects of the temporal pattern of imaging related acoustic noise on...6hΛοίμωξηEnterovirus D68 detected in children with severe acute respiratory illness in Brazil Enterovirus D68 detected in children with severe acute respiratory illness in Brazil Emerging Microbes & Infections 4, e66 (October 2015). doi:10.1038/emi.2015.66 Authors: Sharon Carney, David Brown, Marilda M Siqueira, Juarez P Dias & Edson Elias da Silva from Infection via ola Kala on...6hΛοίμωξηEffectiveness of the live attenuated rotavirus vaccine produced by a domestic manufacturer in China studied using a population-based case–control design Effectiveness of the live attenuated rotavirus vaccine produced by a domestic manufacturer in China studied using a population-based case–control design Emerging Microbes & Infections 4, e64 (October 2015). doi:10.1038/emi.2015.64 Authors: Shan-Shan Zhen, Yue Li, Song-Mei Wang, Xin-Jiang Zhang,...6hAestheticPermanent Tooth Agenesis and Maxillary Hypoplasia in Patients with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate. Permanent Tooth Agenesis and Maxillary Hypoplasia in Patients with Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015 Nov;136(5):648e-656e Authors: Antonarakis GS, Fisher DM Abstract BACKGROUND: Maxillary growth in patients with clefts is highly variable. The authors' aim was to investigate...7hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςA case of pathology-proven neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder with Sjögren syndrome manifesting aphasia and apraxia due to a localized cerebral white matter lesion. Related Articles A case of pathology-proven neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder with Sjögren syndrome manifesting aphasia and apraxia due to a localized cerebral white matter lesion. Mult Scler. 2014 Sep;20(10):1413-6 Authors: Sawada J, Orimoto R, Misu T, Katayama T, Aizawa H, Asanome A, Takahashi...7hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςA Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Related Articles A Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Ann Thorac Surg. 2015 Aug;100(2):568-74 Authors: Grimm JC, Magruder JT, Ohkuma R, Dungan SP, Hayes A, Vose AK, Orlando M, Sussman MS, Cameron DE, Whitman GJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Although the exact cause...7hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςUsing electronic storybooks to support word learning in children with severe language impairments. Related Articles Using electronic storybooks to support word learning in children with severe language impairments. J Learn Disabil. 2014 Sep-Oct;47(5):435-49 Authors: Smeets DJ, van Dijken MJ, Bus AG Abstract Novel word learning is reported to be problematic for children with severe language...7hΦωνή κ' ΛόγοςA Network Approach to Bipolar Symptomatology in Patients with Different Course Types. A Network Approach to Bipolar Symptomatology in Patients with Different Course Types. PLoS One. 2015;10(10):e0141420 Authors: Koenders MA, de Kleijn R, Giltay EJ, Elzinga BM, Spinhoven P, Spijker AT Abstract OBJECTIVE: The longitudinal mood course is highly variable among patients with bipolar...7hSpeech and Hearing DisordersA Network Approach to Bipolar Symptomatology in Patients with Different Course Types. A Network Approach to Bipolar Symptomatology in Patients with Different Course Types. PLoS One. 2015;10(10):e0141420 Authors: Koenders MA, de Kleijn R, Giltay EJ, Elzinga BM, Spinhoven P, Spijker AT Abstract OBJECTIVE: The longitudinal mood course is highly variable among patients with bipolar...7hSpeech and Hearing DisordersA Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Related Articles A Novel Risk Score to Predict Dysphagia After Cardiac Surgery Procedures. Ann Thorac Surg. 2015 Aug;100(2):568-74 Authors: Grimm JC, Magruder JT, Ohkuma R, Dungan SP, Hayes A, Vose AK, Orlando M, Sussman MS, Cameron DE, Whitman GJ Abstract BACKGROUND: Although the exact cause...7hSpeech and Hearing DisordersA case of pathology-proven neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder with Sjögren syndrome manifesting aphasia and apraxia due to a localized cerebral white matter lesion. Related Articles A case of pathology-proven neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder with Sjögren syndrome manifesting aphasia and apraxia due to a localized cerebral white matter lesion. Mult Scler. 2014 Sep;20(10):1413-6 Authors: Sawada J, Orimoto R, Misu T, Katayama T, Aizawa H, Asanome A, Takahashi...7hSpeech and Hearing DisordersUsing electronic storybooks to support word learning in children with severe language impairments. Related Articles Using electronic storybooks to support word learning in children with severe language impairments. J Learn Disabil. 2014 Sep-Oct;47(5):435-49 Authors: Smeets DJ, van Dijken MJ, Bus AG Abstract Novel word learning is reported to be problematic for children with severe language...7hΒιοΜηχανικήEffect of the loading rate on compressive properties of goose eggs Abstract The resistance of goose (Anser anser f. domestica) eggs to damage was determined by measuring the average rupture force, specific deformation and rupture energy during their compression at different compression speeds (0.0167, 0.167, 0.334, 1.67, 6.68 and 13.36 mm/s). Eggs have been loaded...8hHearing and BalanceEffects of an auditory biofeedback device on plantar pressure in patients with chronic ankle instability Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Gait & Posture Author(s): Luke Donovan, Mark A. Feger, Joseph M. Hart, Susan Saliba, Joseph Park, Jay Hertel Chronic ankle instability (CAI) patients have been shown to have increased lateral column plantar pressure throughout the stance...9hΒιοΜηχανικήBiocompatibility of antibacterial Ti–Cu sintered alloy: in vivo bone response Abstract Ti–10Cu sintered alloy has shown very strong in vitro and in vivo antibacterial property and in vitro cell compatibility. In this paper, Ti–10Cu implant (Ti–Cu group) and commercial pure Ti implant (cp-Ti group) were implanted in rabbit femurs to investigate in vivo bone response to the Ti–10Cu...9hΒιοΜηχανικήAntibiotic-loaded chitosan–Laponite films for local drug delivery by titanium implants: cell proliferation and drug release studies Abstract In this study, chitosan–Laponite nanocomposite coatings with bone regenerative potential and controlled drug-release capacity are prepared by electrophoretic deposition technique. The controlled release of a glycopeptide drug, i.e. vancomycin, is attained by the intercalation of the polymer...9hΒιοΜηχανικήPhysical vapour deposition of zirconia on titanium: fabrication, characterization and interaction with human osteoblast cells Abstract The physical vapor deposition of zirconia was used to prepare two new titanium-based surfaces M1 and M2 with a different layer thickness. These novel surfaces were characterized for chemistry, topography and morphology by surface and solid state techniques. Primary osteoblast cells were used...9hΒιοΜηχανικήVascularized composite allotransplantation: a new concept in musculoskeletal regeneration Abstract Over the past 20 years, the fields of biomaterial sciences and tissue engineering have evolved into new clinically relevant applications including regenerative medicine and cell based therapies. Tissue engineering therapies are based on different types of materials and scaffolds combined with...9hΒιοΜηχανικήIn vitro antimicrobial activity of ZnO based glass–ceramics against pathogenic bacteria Abstract The antibacterial activity of ZnO (0–15.53 mol%) based SiO2–CaO–P2O5–Na2O–CaF2 bioactive glass–ceramics synthesized by controlled crystallisation were studied against eight micro-organisms using modified Kirby Bauer method. The antibacterial activity of the specimens was statistically evaluated...9hΘεραπείαOmarigliptin: First Global Approval Abstract Omarigliptin [Marizev® (Japan)] is a small-molecule dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor developed by Merck for the oral treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Unlike the majority of other approved agents of its class, which are usually administered once daily, omarigliptin can be administered...9hMedical ImagingElastography by acoustic radiation force impulse technology for differentiation of benign and malignant breast lesions: a meta-analysis Abstract Purpose To perform a meta-analysis assessing the ability of elastography by acoustic radiation force impulse (ARFI) technology to differentiate benign and malignant breast lesions. Methods PubMed, the Cochrane Library, and the Web of Knowledge before September 24, 2014 were searched. Published...9hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisVolumetric intensity-modulated arc therapy vs. 3-dimensional conformal radiotherapy for primary chemoradiotherapy of anal carcinoma Abstract Background Primary chemoradiotherapy (CRT) is the standard treatment for locally advanced anal carcinoma. This study compared volumetric intensity-modulated arc therapy (VMAT) to 3-dimensional conformal radiotherapy (3DCRT) in terms of treatment-related side effects and survival. Patients...9hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe use of IMRT in Germany Abstract Background Intensity modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) is frequently used, but there are no data about current frequency regarding specific tumor sites and equipment used for quality assurance (QA). Materials and methods An online survey about IMRT was executed from April to October 2014 by...10hΒιοΜηχανικήA Non-invasive Real-time Localization System for Enhanced Efficacy in Nasogastric Intubation Abstract Nasogastric (NG) intubation is one of the most commonly performed clinical procedures. Real-time localization and tracking of the NG tube passage at the larynx region into the esophagus is crucial for safety, but is lacking in current practice. In this paper, we present the design, analysis...10hΒιοΜηχανικήMechanical Properties of Porcine Brain Tissue in the Coronal Plane: Interregional Variations of the Corona Radiata Abstract Most biomechanical models that aim to investigate traumatic brain injury consider the corona radiata as a homogeneous structure. To verify this, indentation–relaxation tests using a custom-designed indentation device were performed on the anterior, superior, and posterior region of the corona...10hΒιοΜηχανικήFusing Continuous-Valued Medical Labels Using a Bayesian Model Abstract With the rapid increase in volume of time series medical data available through wearable devices, there is a need to employ automated algorithms to label data. Examples of labels include interventions, changes in activity (e.g. sleep) and changes in physiology (e.g. arrhythmias). However, automated...10hΒιοΜηχανικήAnalysis of the Effects of Normal Walking on Ankle Joint Contact Characteristics After Acute Inversion Ankle Sprain Abstract To show the causal relationship between normal walking after various lateral ankle ligament (LAL) injuries caused by acute inversion ankle sprains and alterations in ankle joint contact characteristics, finite element simulations of normal walking were carried out using an intact ankle joint...10hΒιοΜηχανικήErratum to: Human Saphenous Vein Response to Trans-wall Oxygen Gradients in a Novel Ex Vivo Conditioning Platform from Biomedical Engineering via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LBkdUn via IFTTT10hΒιοΜηχανικήBone Tissue Engineering by Using Calcium Phosphate Glass Scaffolds and the Avidin–Biotin Binding System Abstract Highly porous and interconnected scaffolds were fabricated using calcium phosphate glass (CPG) for bone tissue engineering. An avidin–biotin binding system was used to improve osteoblast-like cell adhesion to the scaffold. The scaffolds had open macro- and micro-scale pores, and continuous...10hΒιοΜηχανικήUltrasound Elastography for Estimation of Regional Strain of Multilayered Hydrogels and Tissue-Engineered Cartilage Abstract Tissue-engineered (TE) cartilage constructs tend to develop inhomogeneously, thus, to predict the mechanical performance of the tissue, conventional biomechanical testing, which yields average material properties, is of limited value. Rather, techniques for evaluating regional and depth-dependent...10hΒιοΜηχανικήComputational Analysis of the Mechanical Behaviors of Hemiarch and Total Arch Replacements Abstract Surgery for aortic dissections or aneurysms can be extended into the aortic arch by hemiarch replacement (HAR) or total arch replacement (TAR). Although cardiovascular surgeons have been performing HAR and TAR for decades, the mechanical properties of HAR and TAR are not well understood. This...10hΒιοΜηχανικήNitinol Stent Oversizing in Patients Undergoing Popliteal Artery Revascularization: A Finite Element Study Abstract Nitinol stent oversizing is frequently performed in peripheral arteries to ensure a desirable lumen gain. However, the clinical effect of mis-sizing remains controversial. The goal of this study was to provide a better understanding of the structural and hemodynamic effects of Nitinol stent...10hΒιοΜηχανικήExperimental Investigation of Pressure Applied on the Lower Leg by Elastic Compression Bandage Abstract Compression therapy with stockings or bandages is the most common treatment for venous or lymphatic disorders. The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of bandage mechanical properties, application technique and subject morphology on the interface pressure, which is the...10hΕνδοκρινολογίαAnastrozole plus leuprorelin in early maturing girls with compromised growth: the “GAIL” study Abstract Purpose Aromatase inhibitors have been used to increase predicted adult height (PAH) in boys but in girls only in McCune-Albright syndrome. We investigated whether anastrozole combined with leuprorelin for up to 2 years is safe and effective in improving PAH in girls with early puberty and...10hΒιοΜηχανικήAltered Flow Changes Thrombin Generation Rate of Circulating Platelets Abstract Shear stress affects platelet participation in coagulation. Many numerical models have been developed to describe coagulation kinetics. However, most of those models used rate constants determined under static conditions. Little is known about the effects of flow on coagulation rate constants....10hΒιοΜηχανικήFibroblast Migration in 3D is Controlled by Haptotaxis in a Non-muscle Myosin II-Dependent Manner Abstract Cell migration in 3D is a key process in many physiological and pathological processes. Although valuable knowledge has been accumulated through analysis of various 2D models, some of these insights are not directly applicable to migration in 3D. In this study, we have confined biomimetic hydrogels...Remove ads10hΒιοΜηχανικήModeling of Experimental Atherosclerotic Plaque Delamination Abstract A cohesive zone model (CZM) approach is applied to simulate atherosclerotic plaque delamination experiments in mouse abdominal aorta specimens. A three-dimensional finite element model is developed for the experiments. The aortic wall is treated as a fiber-reinforced, highly deformable, incompressible...10hΒιοΜηχανικήMarker-Free Tracking of Facet Capsule Motion Using Polarization-Sensitive Optical Coherence Tomography Abstract We proposed and tested a method by which surface strains of biological tissues can be captured without the use of fiducial markers by instead, utilizing the inherent structure of the tissue. We used polarization-sensitive optical coherence tomography (PS OCT) to obtain volumetric data through...10hΒιοΜηχανικήCartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein Angiopoeitin-1 Provides Benefits During Nerve Regeneration In Vivo and In Vitro Abstract Our group pioneered the study of nerve regeneration in China and has successfully developed human "acellular nerve grafts (ACNGs)". However, our clinical studies revealed that the effects of ACNGs for long and large nerve defects are far from satisfactory. To improve the efficacy of ACNGs,...10hΒιοΜηχανικήNeural Tissue Motion Impacts Cerebrospinal Fluid Dynamics at the Cervical Medullary Junction: A Patient-Specific Moving-Boundary Computational Model Abstract Central nervous system (CNS) tissue motion of the brain occurs over 30 million cardiac cycles per year due to intracranial pressure differences caused by the pulsatile blood flow and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) motion within the intracranial space. This motion has been found to be elevated in...10hΒιοΜηχανικήA Computational Model of Biochemomechanical Effects of Intraluminal Thrombus on the Enlargement of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Abstract Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) typically develop an intraluminal thrombus (ILT), yet most computational models of AAAs have focused on either the mechanics of the wall or the hemodynamics within the lesion, both in the absence of ILT. In the few cases wherein ILT has been modeled directly,...10hΘεραπείαTraitement de l’infertilité : plantes spontanées du Sahara septentrional Résumé Le présent travail a pour but d'inventorier les plantes spontanées utilisées dans le traitement de l'infertilité chez l'homme par la population locale de la région de Ghardaïa. L'enquête ethnobotanique réalisée auprès des herboristes, médecins, spécialistes et tradipraticiens laisse apparaître...10hΒιοΜηχανικήTransdermal Delivery of Functional Collagen Via Polyvinylpyrrolidone Microneedles Abstract Collagen makes up a large proportion of the human body, particularly the skin. As the body ages, collagen content decreases, resulting in wrinkled skin and decreased wound healing capabilities. This paper presents a method of delivering type I collagen into porcine and human skin utilizing...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisBericht aus der AG Herz-, Gefäß-, Nieren- und Transplantationspathologie from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kQ5mN1 via IFTTT10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisEpithelioid Multinodular Osteoblastoma of the Mandible: A Case Report and Review of Literature Abstract Epithelioid multinodular osteoblastoma is a rare variant of osteoblastoma characterized by numerous nodules of epithelioid osteoblasts surrounding bony trabeculae, as well as clusters of epithelioid osteoblasts without osteoid formation. It commonly occurs in the gnathic bones of the face and...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisGenetic landscape of recurrent ASXL1 , U2AF1 , SF3B1 , SRSF2 , and EZH2 mutations in 304 Chinese patients with myelodysplastic syndromes Abstract We determined the biological and prognostic significance of five recurrent genetic aberrations in Chinese patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). A total of 304 Chinese MDS patients were screened for known mutations in five genes (ASXL1, U2AF1, SF3B1, SRSF2, and EZH2) using next-generation...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisCytogenetically Confirmed Low Grade Fibromyxoid Sarcoma Arising from the Tibia Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Human Pathology Author(s): Peter M. Mazari, Kristy L. Weber, Sung Kim, Paul J. Zhang Low grade fibromyxoid sarcoma is a rare soft tissue tumor with a benign histologic appearance but comparatively aggressive clinical course. These discrepant...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAutomatic Voice Pathology Detection With Running Speech by Using Estimation of Auditory Spectrum and Cepstral Coefficients Based on the All-Pole Model Automatic voice pathology detection using sustained vowels has been widely explored. Because of the stationary nature of the speech waveform, pathology detection with a sustained vowel is a comparatively easier task than that using a running speech. Some disorder detection systems with running speech...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisCounseling patients with asthma and allergy about electronic cigarettes: an evidence-based approach To provide an evidence-based review of common safety concerns and emerging potential benefits deriving from the regular use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) and thus improve counseling between physicians and their patients with asthma and allergy using or intending to use ECs. from A via ola Kala on Inoreader...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAllergen stabilities and compatibilities in immunotherapy mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts Indoor allergen mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts are commonly used in allergy clinics for subcutaneous immunotherapy, but product-specific stabilities and mixing compatibilities in these complex patient formulas have not been determined. from A via ola Kala on Inoreader...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAdditional provocation testing in patients with negative provocation test results with β-lactam antibiotics Positive reactions after a prior negative drug provocation test (DPT) result with β-lactam antibiotics have been reported. In previous studies, the frequency of these reactions was reported in a wide range as 0% to 27.9%.1–6 The frequency in children was reported as 0.9% to 10.5%, but data are limited.2,3,7,8...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisRelationship between maternal and child behaviors in pediatric food allergy—an exploratory study Parents play an important role in developing young children's food choices. They influence children's eating environments through the foods they make available, their own eating behavior, and the quality of their interactions with children in eating contexts.1 from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kQ56gU...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe evolving story of human leukocyte antigen and the immunogenetics of peanut allergy Peanut allergy (PA) clearly has a heritable component. Specific genetic contributions are unknown, but human leukocyte antigen (HLA) loci are obvious candidates. This review focuses on emerging studies of HLA associations with PA. from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Xy1gr0 via IFTTT10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDoes fractional exhaled nitric oxide vary by foreign-born status and years of US residence? Silverberg et al1 report that asthma prevalence is higher in US-born than in foreign-born adults regardless of region of birth. To extend the findings of Silverberg et al, we present previous unpublished data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Asthma and chronic obstructive...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMigraine and subclinical atherosclerosis in the Brazilian Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brasil) Introduction The relationship between migraine and coronary heart disease (CHD) remains controversial. We aimed to investigate the association of subclinical atherosclerosis and migraine with or without aura compared to a non-migraine subgroup (reference) in a large Brazilian multicentric cohort study,...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHorst Schleusener, 1933-2015 Eur Thyroid J from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kQ4WX5 via IFTTT10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisEpithelioid Multinodular Osteoblastoma of the Mandible: A Case Report and Review of Literature Abstract Epithelioid multinodular osteoblastoma is a rare variant of osteoblastoma characterized by numerous nodules of epithelioid osteoblasts surrounding bony trabeculae, as well as clusters of epithelioid osteoblasts without osteoid formation. It commonly occurs in the gnathic bones of the face and...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisA Possible Association Between Thyroid Cancer and Breast Cancer Thyroid , Vol. 0, No. 0. from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kQ4TKG via IFTTT10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisCorrigendum from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kQ4RCw via IFTTT10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisInduction chemotherapy for oral cavity cancer patients: Current status and future perspectives Global yearly estimates for new oral cavity cancer cases are 263,000, with 127,000 expected deaths related to disease [1]. Most patients have locally advanced disease at the time of diagnoses and tumor presentation is often characterized by local invasion and lymph node involvement [2]. from A via ola...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPost-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating system A 39-year-old man suffered head trauma resulting from a car collision while driving a sedan. The patient lost consciousness for approximately 10 seconds, and experienced post-traumatic amnesia for approximately 5 minutes. The patient's Glasgow Coma Scale score was 15. Immediately after the head trauma...10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFerritin Deficiency may contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome Symptom Severity We have read Winkelman et al.'s study with great interest. In this study, they aimed to quantify gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), glutamate, and N-acetyl aspartate (NAA) levels in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC), thalamus and cerebellum in patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS) and matched controls....10hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMotor-related sleep disorders in huntington disease. a comment on: neute et. al: “nocturnal agitation in huntington disease is caused by arousal-related abnormal movements rather than by rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder.” Dear Sir, from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PTk5mh via IFTTT11hΕνδοκρινολογίαChronic lymphocytic thyroiditis is associated with invasive characteristics of differentiated thyroid carcinoma in children and adolescents Background The association between chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis (CLT) and thyroid cancer is an interesting topic. The aim of the present study was to evaluate if demographic and histological characteristics as well as the long-term outcome of thyroid cancer was different in children and adolescents...11hΕνδοκρινολογίαUnraveling the intrafamilial correlations and heritability of tumor types in MEN1: a Groupe d'etude des Tumeurs Endocrines study Background MEN1, which is secondary to the mutation of the MEN1 gene, is a rare autosomal-dominant disease that predisposes mutation carriers to endocrine tumors. Most studies demonstrated the absence of direct genotype-phenotype correlations. The existence of a higher risk of death in the Groupe...11hΕνδοκρινολογίαAge-specific population centiles for androgen status in men Aim The age-specific population profiles in men of circulating testosterone and its two bioactive metabolites dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and estradiol (E2) across the adult lifespan and its determinants are not well described. Objective Our objective was to deduce smoothed age-specific centiles of...11hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisEstimation of the width of free margin with a significant impact on local recurrence in surgical resection of oral squamous cell carcinoma The purpose of this study was to estimate the width of free margin with a significant impact on local recurrence in surgical resection of oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC). Clinical and pathological data of 127 consecutive patients who underwent radical resection of OSCC were analyzed retrospectively....11hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisThe relative survival of composite free flaps in head and neck reconstruction Various composite free flaps are available for reconstruction of bony head and neck defects. The aim of this study was to compare the relative success of four different bony free flaps. One hundred and seventy-three microvascular composite free flap reconstructions for bony defects of the head and neck...11hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaVitamin A deficient mice exhibit increased viral antigens and enhanced cytokine/chemokine production in nasal tissues following respiratory virus infection despite the presence of FoxP3+ T cells The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 250 million children under the age of 5 suffer from vitamin A deficiencies (VAD). Individuals with VAD experience higher rates of mortality and increased morbidity during enteric and respiratory infections compared to those who are vitamin A sufficient....11hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaCD3{varepsilon} recruits Numb to promote TCR degradation Modulation of TCR signaling upon ligand binding is achieved by changes in the equilibrium between TCR degradation, recycling and synthesis; surprisingly, the molecular mechanism of such an important process is not fully understood. Here, we describe the role of a new player in the mediation of TCR degradation:...12hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisMonolithic lithium-disilicate single crowns supported by zirconia oral implants: three-year results of a prospective cohort study Abstract Objective To determine the survival and success rate of CAD/CAM-fabricated monolithic lithium-disilicate crowns supported by zirconia oral implants after 3 years. Material and Methods Twenty-four patients in need of a single tooth replacement received a zirconia implant and were...12hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisMetal elements in tissue with dental peri-implantitis: a pilot study Abstract Objectives Dental peri-implantitis is characterized by a multifactorial etiology. The role of metal elements as an etiological factor for peri-implantitis is still unclear. The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence of metal elements in bone and mucosal tissues around dental...13hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήSchwann-cell cylinders grown inside hyaluronic-acid tubular scaffolds with gradient porosity Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): G. Vilariño-Feltrer, C. Martínez-Ramos, A. Monleón-de-la-Fuente, A. Vallés-Lluch, D. Moratal, JA Barcia Albacar, M. Monleón Pradas Cell transplantation therapies in the nervous system are frequently hampered by glial...13hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaImpact of OAS1 Exon 7 rs10774671 Genetic Variation on Liver Fibrosis Progression in Egyptian HCV Genotype 4 Patients Viral Immunology , Vol. 0, No. 0. from Allergy\Immunology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Ms2bHN via IFTTT15hΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαGeochemical background and ecological risk of heavy metals in surface sediments from the west Zhoushan Fishing Ground of East China Sea Abstract Surface sediment grain size as well as the spatial distribution, pollution status, and source identification of heavy metals in the west Zhoushan Fishing Ground (ZFG) of the East China Sea were analyzed to study the geochemical background concentrations of heavy metals and to assess their potential...15hΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαSources appointment and ecological risk assessment of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in sediments of Erhai Lake, a low-latitude and high-altitude lake in southwest China Abstract Sixteen polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) were analyzed from the surficial sediments in Erhai Lake, a plateau lake in China. The results showed that except for acenaphthylene (Ace) Ace and Dibenz(a,h)anthracene (DBA), the central region contained individual PAHs at concentrations lower...16hΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαGenetics of Leprosy: Expected – and Unexpected – Developments and Perspectives Publication date: Available online 23 October 2015Source:Clinics in Dermatology Author(s): Monica E.D. Sauer, Heloisa Salomão, Geovana B. Ramos, Helena R.S. D`Espindula, Rafael S.A. Rodrigues, Wilian C. Macedo, Renata H.M. Sindeaux, Marcelo T. Mira A solid body of evidence produced over decades of...16hΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαCATEGORIZATION OF AND COMMENTS ON ISOMORPHIC AND ISOTOPIC SKIN REACTIONS Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Clinics in Dermatology Author(s): Stefano Caccavale, Ajith Prasanna Kannangara, Eleonora Ruocco Locus minoris resistentiae (lmr) can be defined as a site of the body that offers lesser resistance than the rest of the body to the onset of disease....19hΥπνική Άπνοια και Διαταραχές ΎπνουSleep Disorders Dentistry: A New Age for Dentistry Dentistry experienced a meaningful paradigm shift regarding patient management, circa the mid 1970's. This shift took approximately a decade, and by the mid 1980's, it was mostly complete. I am talking about the introduction of "Soft Tissue Management" (STM) programs, which transformed dental practices...20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisSponsoring Organizations and Liaisons Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMCmO via IFTTT20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisTable of Contents Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqBv9 via IFTTT20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisErratum Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMy6y via IFTTT20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisThe Essentials Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMx2w via IFTTT20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisEditorial Review Board Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqzn7 via IFTTT20hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisNews and Notes Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from OroFacial Medicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqyzm via IFTTT20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήSponsoring Organizations and Liaisons Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMCmO via IFTTTRemove ads20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήTable of Contents Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqBv9 via IFTTT20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήErratum Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMy6y via IFTTT20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήThe Essentials Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MRMx2w via IFTTT20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήEditorial Review Board Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqzn7 via IFTTT20hΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήNews and Notes Publication date: November 2015Source:The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry, Volume 114, Issue 5 from #Dental via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PPqyzm via IFTTT20hΒιοΜηχανικήLesions in the Landscape: A Psychology Art Project on Amnesia Most medical conditions involve pain, fever, numbness, drowsiness, or any other sensation that everyone has felt in some form and can relate to. Some conditions, such as amnesia, are more mysterious and difficult to have a sense of from the point of view of the patient. Neuropsychologist Catherine Loveday...20hΒιοΜηχανικήDiffusion-controlled interface kinetics-inclusive system-theoretic propagation models for molecular communication systems Inspired by biological systems, molecular communication has been proposed as a new communication paradigm that uses biochemical signals to transfer information from one nano device to another over a short distance. The biochemical nature of the information transfer process implies that for molecular...21hΛοίμωξηNon-O1, non-O139 Vibrio cholerae bacteremic skin and soft tissue infections 10.3109/23744235.2015.1104720<br/>Sofia Maraki from Infection via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MqTVHK via IFTTT21hΛοίμωξηIn vivo activity of vancomycin combined with colistin against multidrug-resistant strains of Acinetobacter baumannii in a Galleria mellonella model 10.3109/23744235.2015.1103894<br/>Haifei Yang from Infection via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Nz9EBR via IFTTT21hΒιοΜηχανικήThe use of spheroids in cancer research Cancer is perhaps one of the most widely studied diseases in the world, yet it continues to baffle researchers. The complex nature and behavior of cancer cells makes them extremely tricky to study, but in recent years, a multicellular tumor spheroid (MCTS) model has become a commonly adopted method...21hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisReliability and validity of intraoral and extraoral scanners Background: This study evaluated the reliability and validity of one extraoral [Ortho Insight 3D™ (Motionview Software, Hixson, TN/USA)] and two intraoral [ITero™ (Align Technologies, San Jose, CA/USA) and Lythos™ (Ormco Corp., Orange, CA/USA)] scanners. Methods: Fifteen dry human mandibles were scanned...21hΒιοΜηχανικήDiffusion-controlled interface kinetics-inclusive system-theoretic propagation models for molecular communication systems Inspired by biological systems, molecular communication has been proposed as a new communication paradigm that uses biochemical signals to transfer information from one nano device to another over a short distance. The biochemical nature of the information transfer process implies that for molecular...21hΛοίμωξηFeedaMail: Microbiology via ola Kala on Inoreader Microbiology via ola Kala on Inoreader (Sponsor this newsletter) Tricholoma vaccinum host communication during ectomycorrhiza formation The genome sequence of Tricholoma vaccinum was obtained to predict its secretome in...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHPV-assoziierte Kopf‑Hals‑Karzinome Zusammenfassung HPV-assoziierte Kopf-Hals-Karzinome sind als eigene Tumorentität im Kopf-Hals-Bereich anzusehen und weisen deutlich ansteigende Inzidenzen in Nordamerika und Europa auf. Patienten mit diesen Tumoren haben ein erhöhtes Risiko für regionäre Lymphknoten- und Fernmetastasen bei insgesamt...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDer submentale Insellappen zur Rekonstruktion im Kopf-Hals-Bereich Zusammenfassung Hintergrund Die Rekonstruktion von Defekten nach Exstirpation von Kopf-Hals-Tumoren ist ein hoch anspruchsvolles und komplexes chirurgisches Unterfangen. Häufig verwendete Techniken wie der radiale Unterarmlappen oder der vordere seitliche Oberschenkellappen weisen Nachteile auf, z. B....21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisHPV-Infektion in oralen, pharyngealen und laryngealen Papillomen Zusammenfassung Hintergrund Infektionen mit humanen Papillomviren (HPV) spielen in der Pathogenese von Plattenepithelkarzinomen des oberen Aerodigestivtrakts eine wichtige Rolle. Dagegen sind das Auftreten und die Bedeutung einer HPV-Infektion für gutartige Papillome weit umstrittener und unklarer....21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisIgE-antibodies in relation to prevalence and multimorbidity of eczema, asthma and rhinitis from birth to adolescence Abstract Background Eczema, asthma and rhinitis affect a large proportion of children but their prevalence varies with age. IgE-antibodies are also common in the paediatric population. However, the links between IgE, disease and trajectories are unclear. Objective To better understand...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDivergent Response Profile in Activated Cord Blood T cells from First-born Child Implies Birth-order-associated in Utero Immune Programming Abstract Background First-born children are at higher risk for development of a range of immune-mediated diseases. The underlying mechanism of 'birth-order-effects' on disease risk is largely unknown, but in utero programming of the child's immune system may play a role. Objective We...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisThe evolving story of human leukocyte antigen and the immunogenetics of peanut allergy Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Jonathan A. Hemler, Elizabeth J. Phillips, Simon A. Mallal, Peggy L. Kendall ObjectivePeanut allergy (PA) clearly has a heritable component. Specific genetic contributions are unknown, but...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAdditional provocation testing in patients with negative provocation test results with β-lactam antibiotics Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Murat Capanoglu, Emine Vezir, Emine Dibek Misirlioglu, Hakan Guvenir, Betul Buyuktiryaki, Muge Toyran, Can N. Kocabas from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LAhKte via IFTTT21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisRelationship between maternal and child behaviors in pediatric food allergy—an exploratory study Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Isolde Sommer, Vivienne Chisholm, Heather MacKenzie, Carina Venter, Taraneh Dean from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kNCtkF via IFTTT21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisDoes fractional exhaled nitric oxide vary by foreign-born status and years of US residence? Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Richard F. Gillum, Yewande Odeyemi, Chad Hines, Alem Mehari from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LAhH0D via IFTTT21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisAllergen stabilities and compatibilities in immunotherapy mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Thomas J. Grier, Dawn M. Hall, Elizabeth A. Duncan, Satyen M. Gada BackgroundIndoor allergen mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts are commonly used in allergy...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisCounseling patients with asthma and allergy about electronic cigarettes: an evidence-based approach Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Riccardo Polosa, Davide Campagna, Mark F. Sands ObjectiveTo provide an evidence-based review of common safety concerns and emerging potential benefits deriving from the regular use of electronic...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisA prospective 4 year study of the objective and subjective outcomes of 15 patients after dynamic facial reanimation surgery Abstract Facial nerve palsy is a debilitating and life changing event which significantly affects quality of life. This prospective study evaluates outcomes in 15 patients undergoing dynamic facial reanimation surgery using a modification of the minimally invasive temporalis tendon transposition...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisChange the Game, Change the Focus Beck (2015) notes that hearing care professionals (HCPs) should consider a philosophical change from simply correcting hearing loss to maximal hearing and listening. He reports that hearing is the perception of sound, whereas listening is applying meaning to sound. Beck advocates that for the brain...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisSafety and Effectiveness of a Small Incision Lateral Eyebrow Ptosis Repair Technique Using a Frontalis Muscle Transposition Flap. Purpose: To evaluate the safety and effectiveness of a frontalis muscle transposition flap for treatment of lateral eyebrow ptosis. Methods: The charts of all patients undergoing frontalis muscle transposition flap eyebrow ptosis repair from December 2013 to September 2014 were reviewed. Charts with...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFrontalis Muscle Asymmetry and Lateral Landmarks. Purpose: To investigate frontalis muscle asymmetry and characterize its lateral interdigitation with the orbicularis oculi muscle. Methods: After making a mid-coronal incision and bluntly dissecting to the orbital rim, the frontalis muscle was exposed, marked, and photographed. The right and left muscle...21hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisNylon Hang Back Sutures in the Repair of Secondary Ptosis Following Overcorrected Dysthyroid Upper Eyelid Retraction. Purpose: Repair of blepharoptosis secondary to surgical overcorrection of thyroid related primary upper eyelid retraction (secondary ptosis) can be unpredictable. This study describes the long-term results of "hang-back" nylon sutures, for an anterior approach surgical repair of secondary ptosis. Methods:...22hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMetastatic Embryonal Conjunctival Rhabdomyosarcoma in a 4-Year-Old Boy. The authors report the case of a 4-year-old boy who presented with unilateral ptosis and a mass lesion of palpebral conjunctiva of the left upper eyelid, that had been present for 2 weeks, and had rapidly enlarged. The lesion was salmon colored and was easily distinguished from the conjunctiva. There...22hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMaxillary Ameloblastoma with Orbital Involvement: An Institutional Experience and Literature Review. Purpose: To describe 8 patients with orbital involvement by ameloblastoma and to review the literature on this topic. Methods: The electronic medical records and pathology databases of the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania were searched to identify all patients with histopathologically confirmed...22hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPrimary Extradural Ectopic Orbital Meningioma. The authors describe a rare case of a primary extradural ectopic meningioma occurring in a 9-year-old female. A review of the literature with respect to clinical presentation, radiographic findings, management, and outcome among similar cases is discussed. Common features that may assist with diagnosing...22hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisExtreme Eyelid Lymphedema Associated with Rosacea (Morbihan Disease): Case Series, Literature Review, and Therapeutic Considerations. Purpose: To describe severe lymphedema of the eyelids, known as Morbihan disease, a previously characterized but infrequently reported and poorly understood entity related to rosacea that features solid mid-facial and eyelid lymphedema. Methods: Retrospective chart review, histopathologic and immunohistochemical...22hΒιοΜηχανικήNew BIOTRONIK Galeo Guidewires Unveiled BIOTRONIK received European CE Mark approval and is launching the new version of Galeo coronary guidewires. The new Galeo guidewires are coated with a hydrophobic coating that helps in navigation and in transmitting the feel of the vasculature to the physician's fingers. Within the device there's a...22hΛοίμωξηMarked reduction in compliance with central line insertion practices (CLIP) when accounting for missing CLIP data and incomplete line capture Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:American Journal of Infection Control Author(s): Shruti K. Scott, Shruti K. Gohil, Kathleen Quan, Susan S. Huang Adherence to central line insertion practices can significantly reduce infections and is used as a hospital benchmark for quality....22hΛοίμωξηThe acceptable duration between occupational exposure to hepatitis B virus and hepatitis B immunoglobulin injection: Results from a Korean nationwide, multicenter study Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:American Journal of Infection Control Author(s): Hyun-Ha Chang, Won Kee Lee, Chisook Moon, Won Suk Choi, Hee-Jung Yoon, Jieun Kim, Seong Yeol Ryu, Hyun Ah Kim, Yu Mi Jo, Ki Tae Kwon, Hye In Kim, Jang Wook Sohn, Young Kyung Yoon, Sook In Jung,...22hAnaesthesiologyForced-Air Warming During Pediatric Surgery: A Randomized Comparison of a Compressible with a Noncompressible Warming System. BACKGROUND: Perioperative hypothermia is a common problem, challenging the anesthesiologist and influencing patient outcome. Efficient and safe perioperative active warming is therefore paramount; yet, it can be particularly challenging in pediatric patients. Forced-air warming technology is the most...22hAnaesthesiologyHigh-Fidelity Analysis of Perioperative QTc Prolongation. BACKGROUND: Prolongation of the QTc interval indicates abnormal cardiac repolarization. A recent study has shown that postoperative QTc prolongation is common. However, it is unknown whether QTc prolongation is an isolated postoperative phenomenon or occurs regularly during surgery, or whether the type...22hAnaesthesiologyComparisons of Electroencephalographically Derived Measures of Hypnosis and Antinociception in Response to Standardized Stimuli During Target-Controlled Propofol-Remifentanil Anesthesia. BACKGROUND: Current electroencephalogram (EEG)-derived measures provide information on cortical activity and hypnosis but are less accurate regarding subcortical activity, which is expected to vary with the degree of antinociception. Recently, the neurophysiologically based EEG measures of cortical input...22hAnaesthesiologyThe Sensitivity and Specificity of Pulmonary Carbon Dioxide Elimination for Noninvasive Assessment of Fluid Responsiveness. BACKGROUND: We sought to determine whether the response of pulmonary elimination of CO2 (VCO2) to a sudden increase in positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP) could predict fluid responsiveness and serve as a noninvasive surrogate for cardiac index (CI). METHODS: Fifty-two patients undergoing cardiovascular...22hAnaesthesiologyTargeting Oliguria Reversal in Goal-Directed Hemodynamic Management Does Not Reduce Renal Dysfunction in Perioperative and Critically Ill Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. BACKGROUND: We investigated whether resuscitation protocols to achieve and maintain urine output above a predefined threshold-including oliguria reversal as a target--prevent acute renal failure (ARF). METHODS: We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis using studies found by searching MEDLINE,...22hAnaesthesiologyIntermittent Hypoxia Causes Inflammation and Injury to Human Adult Cardiac Myocytes. BACKGROUND: Intermittent hypoxia may occur in a number of clinical scenarios, including interruption of myocardial blood flow or breathing disorders such as obstructive sleep apnea. Although intermittent hypoxia has been linked to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, the effect of intermittent...22hAnaesthesiologyPostoperative Pain Management in Children of Hispanic Origin: A Descriptive Cohort Study. BACKGROUND: It has been established that pain is frequently undertreated in children following outpatient surgery. Very few studies, however, have investigated this phenomenon in ethnically diverse populations. METHODS: This study included 105 families of children aged 2 to 15 years of Hispanic origin...22hAnaesthesiologyProphylactic Ondansetron for the Prevention of Intrathecal Fentanyl- or Sufentanil-Mediated Pruritis: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials. BACKGROUND: Pruritis is a common side effect of intrathecal fentanyl or sufentanil that decreases patient satisfaction and may delay hospital discharge. There are conflicting reports about the efficacy of prophylactic ondansetron in reducing the incidence of pruritis. This meta-analysis aimed to assess...22hAnaesthesiologyLack of Analgesic Effect Induced by Ropivacaine Wound Infiltration in Thyroid Surgery: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial. BACKGROUND: Surgical site infiltration with local anesthetic reduces analgesic requests in various types of surgeries. Because thyroid surgery may induce severe postoperative pain, we tested the hypothesis that ropivacaine surgical site infiltration would significantly decrease postoperative administration...22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaThe evolving story of human leukocyte antigen and the immunogenetics of peanut allergy Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Jonathan A. Hemler, Elizabeth J. Phillips, Simon A. Mallal, Peggy L. Kendall ObjectivePeanut allergy (PA) clearly has a heritable component. Specific genetic contributions are unknown, but...22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaAdditional provocation testing in patients with negative provocation test results with β-lactam antibiotics Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Murat Capanoglu, Emine Vezir, Emine Dibek Misirlioglu, Hakan Guvenir, Betul Buyuktiryaki, Muge Toyran, Can N. Kocabas from Allergy\Immunology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LAhKte...22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaRelationship between maternal and child behaviors in pediatric food allergy—an exploratory study Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Isolde Sommer, Vivienne Chisholm, Heather MacKenzie, Carina Venter, Taraneh Dean from Allergy\Immunology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1kNCtkF via IFTTT22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaDoes fractional exhaled nitric oxide vary by foreign-born status and years of US residence? Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Richard F. Gillum, Yewande Odeyemi, Chad Hines, Alem Mehari from Allergy\Immunology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LAhH0D via IFTTT22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaAllergen stabilities and compatibilities in immunotherapy mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Thomas J. Grier, Dawn M. Hall, Elizabeth A. Duncan, Satyen M. Gada BackgroundIndoor allergen mixtures that contain cat, dog, dust mite, and cockroach extracts are commonly used in allergy...Remove ads22hAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaCounseling patients with asthma and allergy about electronic cigarettes: an evidence-based approach Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Riccardo Polosa, Davide Campagna, Mark F. Sands ObjectiveTo provide an evidence-based review of common safety concerns and emerging potential benefits deriving from the regular use of electronic...22hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisFracture Resistance of Lithium Disilicate Ceramics Bonded to Enamel or Dentin Using Different Resin Cement Types and Film Thicknesses Abstract Purpose To investigate the influence of cement film thickness, cement type, and substrate (enamel or dentin) on ceramic fracture resistance. Materials and Methods One hundred extracted human third molars were polished to obtain 50 enamel and 50 dentin specimens. The specimens...22hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisLithium Disilicate Restorations Fatigue Testing Parameters: A Systematic Review Abstract Purpose To review laboratory studies that investigated fatigue resistance of lithium disilicate (LD) crowns and fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) to elucidate study designs and testing parameters. Methods An electronic search was performed in PubMed, Scopus, and Ovid to identify...23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisUltrastructural characterization of craniopharyngioma at the tumor boundary: A structural comparison with an experimental toxic model using “oil machinery” fluid, with emphasis on Rosenthal fibers Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Acta Histochemica Author(s): Martha Lilia Tena-Suck, Andrea Y. Morales-del Ángel, María Elena Hernández-Campos, Francisca Fernández-Valverde, Alma Ortíz-Plata, Alma Delia Hernández, Abel Santamaría Craniopharyngiomas (CPs) are cystic, encapsulated,...23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisTreatment Algorithm for Intracranial Intrusion Injuries of the Mandibular Condyle Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Author(s): Varun Arya, Radhika Chigurupati PurposeTraumatic injuries of the mandible resulting in intrusion of the condyle into the middle cranial fossa are rare and treatment is often based on anecdotal...23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisMotor-related sleep disorders in huntington disease. a comment on: neute et. al: “nocturnal agitation in huntington disease is caused by arousal-related abnormal movements rather than by rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder.” Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Carla Piano, Anna Rita Bentivoglio, Pietro Cortelli, Giacomo Della Marca from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Xx5dfw via IFTTT23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFerritin Deficiency may contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome Symptom Severity Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Serdar Tasdemir, Oguzhan Oz We have read Winkelman et al.'s study with great interest. In this study, they aimed to quantify gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), glutamate, and N-acetyl aspartate (NAA) levels in the anterior...23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPost-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating system Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Sung Ho Jang, Wan Seok Seo, Hyeok Gyu Kwon from A via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Xx58IK via IFTTT23hΘεραπείαAdherence to Immunosuppressive Medication in Renal Transplant Recipients From Follow-up Outpatient in China: Association of 2 Different Measurement Methods Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Jia Liu, Shan Liu, Jin Yan, Qifeng Yi, Hui Huang PurposeOur aim was to investigate the association between self-report measure and serum concentration fluctuation of immunosuppressive medication (IM) in renal...23hΘεραπείαIron Chelation in Thalassemia Major Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Caterina Borgna-Pignatti, Maria Marsella PurposeIron chelation has improved survival and quality of life of patients with thalassemia major. there are currently 3 commercially available iron-chelating drugs with...23hΘεραπείαLipid-Modifying Therapy: The Clinician’s Perspective Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Peter L. Thompson from Pharmacology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PSHggl via IFTTT23hΘεραπείαEffects of Fostamatinib on the Pharmacokinetics of Digoxin (a P-Glycoprotein Substrate): Results From in Vitro and Phase I Clinical Studies Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Paul Martin, Michael Gillen, David Millson, Stuart Oliver, Clive Brealey, Robert Elsby, Muhammad Baluom, David Lau, Tim Mant PurposeFostamatinib, a spleen tyrosine kinase inhibitor and prodrug of the active metabolite...23hΘεραπείαPharmacokinetic Properties of Fostamatinib in Patients With Renal or Hepatic Impairment: Results From 2 Phase I Clinical Studies Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Clinical Therapeutics Author(s): Paul Martin, Stuart Oliver, Michael Gillen, Thomas Marbury, David Millson PurposePhase III trials of fostamatinib, an oral spleen tyrosine kinase inhibitor, in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis have been completed....23hΛοίμωξηDisrupted Tryptophan Metabolism Induced Cognitive Impairment in a Mouse Model of Sepsis-associated Encephalopathy Abstract Sepsis-associated encephalopathy (SAE) is a common complication in critically ill patients and is associated with a poor prognosis. However, the precise mechanisms underlying sepsis-induced cognitive impairment remain largely to be elucidated. The aim of the present study was to investigate...23hAnatomy PathologyUltrastructural characterization of craniopharyngioma at the tumor boundary: A structural comparison with an experimental toxic model using “oil machinery” fluid, with emphasis on Rosenthal fibers Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Acta Histochemica Author(s): Martha Lilia Tena-Suck, Andrea Y. Morales-del Ángel, María Elena Hernández-Campos, Francisca Fernández-Valverde, Alma Ortíz-Plata, Alma Delia Hernández, Abel Santamaría Craniopharyngiomas (CPs) are cystic, encapsulated,...23hOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisTreatment Algorithm for Intracranial Intrusion Injuries of the Mandibular Condyle Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Author(s): Varun Arya, Radhika Chigurupati PurposeTraumatic injuries of the mandible resulting in intrusion of the condyle into the middle cranial fossa are rare and treatment is often based on anecdotal...23hΥπνική Άπνοια και Διαταραχές ΎπνουMotor-related sleep disorders in huntington disease. a comment on: neute et. al: “nocturnal agitation in huntington disease is caused by arousal-related abnormal movements rather than by rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder.” Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Carla Piano, Anna Rita Bentivoglio, Pietro Cortelli, Giacomo Della Marca from #SleepMedicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Xx5dfw via IFTTT23hΥπνική Άπνοια και Διαταραχές ΎπνουFerritin Deficiency may contribute to Restless Legs Syndrome Symptom Severity Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Serdar Tasdemir, Oguzhan Oz We have read Winkelman et al.'s study with great interest. In this study, they aimed to quantify gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), glutamate, and N-acetyl aspartate (NAA) levels in the anterior...23hΥπνική Άπνοια και Διαταραχές ΎπνουPost-traumatic narcolepsy and injury of the ascending reticular activating system Publication date: Available online 27 October 2015Source:Sleep Medicine Author(s): Sung Ho Jang, Wan Seok Seo, Hyeok Gyu Kwon from #SleepMedicine via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Xx58IK via IFTTT23hΦωνή κ' Λόγος“My World Has Expanded Even Though I'm Stuck at Home”: Experiences of Individuals With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Social Media Purpose This study aimed to expand the current understanding of how persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (pALS) use augmentative and alternative communication and social media to address their communication needs. Method An online focus group was used to investigate the experiences of 9 pALS...23hNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. Sfakianakis“My World Has Expanded Even Though I'm Stuck at Home”: Experiences of Individuals With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Social Media Purpose This study aimed to expand the current understanding of how persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (pALS) use augmentative and alternative communication and social media to address their communication needs. Method An online focus group was used to investigate the experiences of 9 pALS...1dNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. Sfakianakis“Does the Quality of Life (QOL) impact of tonsillitis correlate with SIGN guideline compliance? An assessment of range and normality” Abstract Aim To assess the scores of those who are eligible to be listed for tonsillectomy through compliance with the SIGN guidelines for any trends or range. Method A prospective study of all patients (aged 16 or above) listed for elective tonsillectomy from a nurse led tonsil clinic....1dNews in OtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisPleomorphic adenoma involving soft tissue overlying the anterior border of ramus of the mandible: A rare ectopic presentation Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research Author(s): Naresh Kumar Sharma, Akhilesh Kumar Singh, Arun Pandey, Vishal Verma Ectopic pleomorphic adenoma is a rare presentation in sites other than major and minor salivary glands. In literature,...1dΒιοΜηχανικήMethylation-dependent regulation of hypoxia inducible factor-1 alpha gene expression by the transcription factor kaiso Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): Christina C. Pierre, Joseph Longo, Blessing I. Bassey-Archibong, Robin M. Hallett, Snezana Milosavljevic, Laura Beatty, John A. Hassell, Juliet M. Daniel Low oxygen tension...1dΒιοΜηχανικήFrom transcriptomic to protein level changes in tdp-43 and fus loss-of-function cell models Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): Claudia Colombrita, Elisa Onesto, Emanuele Buratti, Pierre de la Grange, Valentina Gumina, Francisco E. Baralle, Vincenzo Silani, Antonia Ratti The full definition of...1dSpeech and Hearing Disorders“My World Has Expanded Even Though I'm Stuck at Home”: Experiences of Individuals With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Social Media Purpose This study aimed to expand the current understanding of how persons with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (pALS) use augmentative and alternative communication and social media to address their communication needs. Method An online focus group was used to investigate the experiences of 9 pALS...1dEvolution of a geneMethylation-dependent regulation of hypoxia inducible factor-1 alpha gene expression by the transcription factor kaiso Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): Christina C. Pierre, Joseph Longo, Blessing I. Bassey-Archibong, Robin M. Hallett, Snezana Milosavljevic, Laura Beatty, John A. Hassell, Juliet M. Daniel Low oxygen tension...1dEvolution of a geneFrom transcriptomic to protein level changes in tdp-43 and fus loss-of-function cell models Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Gene Regulatory Mechanisms Author(s): Claudia Colombrita, Elisa Onesto, Emanuele Buratti, Pierre de la Grange, Valentina Gumina, Francisco E. Baralle, Vincenzo Silani, Antonia Ratti The full definition of...1dΒιοΜηχανικήVirtual Reality as a Diagnostic Tool The buzz surrounding virtual reality is reaching a fevered pitch since the successful Kickstarter campaign for the Oculus Rift headset in 2012.  Developers and hardware manufacturers are experimenting with a myriad of different application to see how this new paradigm can be applied to entertainment,...1dΕνδοκρινολογίαImportance of adult Dmbx1 in long-lasting orexigenic effect of agouti-related peptide Endocrinology, Early Release. from Endocrinology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LW0UTz via IFTTT1dΕνδοκρινολογίαIntra-Islet Pancreatic Ducts Can Give Rise to Insulin-Positive Cells Endocrinology, Early Release. from Endocrinology via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LW0PPU via IFTTT1dHead and Neck Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisOtoRhinoLaryngology New Articles & Online Medical Journals,October 27th,2015 Toxins, Vol. 7, Pages 4381-4389: Quantitative Detection of Shiga Toxins Directly from Stool Specimens of Patients Associated with an Outbreak of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli in Japan—Quantitative Shiga toxin detection from stool during EHEC outbreakΑλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros...1dMedicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisOtoRhinoLaryngology New Articles & Online Medical Journals,October 27th,2015 Toxins, Vol. 7, Pages 4381-4389: Quantitative Detection of Shiga Toxins Directly from Stool Specimens of Patients Associated with an Outbreak of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli in Japan—Quantitative Shiga toxin detection from stool during EHEC outbreakΑλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros...1dOtolaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisOtoRhinoLaryngology New Articles & Online Medical Journals,October 27th,2015 Toxins, Vol. 7, Pages 4381-4389: Quantitative Detection of Shiga Toxins Directly from Stool Specimens of Patients Associated with an Outbreak of Enterohemorrhagic Escherichia coli in Japan—Quantitative Shiga toxin detection from stool during EHEC outbreakΑλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros...1dΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαThe Role of Yeast in Atopic Dermatitis Revisited: a Critical Appraisal Abstract Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the commonest chronic inflammatory skin disorder. In a subset of patients, particularly those with symptoms predominating on the head and neck, the yeast Malassezia is thought to be an important driver of AD of a more recalcitrant nature. Mechanistically, sensitization...1dOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisPleomorphic adenoma involving soft tissue overlying the anterior border of ramus of the mandible: A rare ectopic presentation Publication date: Available online 26 October 2015Source:Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research Author(s): Naresh Kumar Sharma, Akhilesh Kumar Singh, Arun Pandey, Vishal Verma Ectopic pleomorphic adenoma is a rare presentation in sites other than major and minor salivary glands. In literature,...1dΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήChinese Journal of Oral Implantology Experimental study of the effects of platelet-rich fibrin in the regeneration of bone defects (富血小板纤维蛋白在骨缺损修复中作用的实验研究)JIANG Jianlin, ,YE Ping, ,WU Runfa, ,BAI Peng, ,DUAN Zhijian, ,huang , ,KANG Weibo, ,XIE Chen ...... page:101-105,114 An experimental study on change of surrounding bone tissue in different...1dΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήJournal of Practical Stomatology Adhesion,proliferation and ALP activity of osteoblasts on porous Ti processed by laser solid forming (成骨细胞在激光立体成形多孔钛表面的附着、增殖及 ALP 活性)LIU Zhiyong, ,MU Yaxing, ,YANG Haiou, ,GAO Bo, ,LIN Xin ...... page:603-606 Comparative study on the compressive strength of porcelain crown with different base materials...1dHuman DiseasesChinese Journal of Clinical and Experimental Pathology Study of MK promoting breast cancer cell MDA-MB-231 angiogenesis through EPCR/PAR1 pathway in vitro (MK 通过 EPCR/PAR1通路促进乳腺癌 MDA-MB-231细胞体外血管生成)WANG Qing-ling, ,LIU Dong-mei, ,HAN Zheng-jie, ,WU Yong-ping ...... page:961-965 Enrichment of breast cancer stem cells by serum-free culture (无血清培养有效富集乳腺癌干细胞)YIN...1dΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήJournal of Clinical Neurosurgery Ultra early microsurgical treatment for anterior communicating artery aneurysm of high-grade combined intraventricular hemorrhage (合并脑室出血的高级别前交通动脉瘤的超早期显微手术治疗)ZUO Kui, ,ZHU Zuo, ,HUANG Xin, ,YU Renxi, ,GUO Guangliang, ,WANG Jinpeng, ,PENG Zhixiang ...... page:321-323,327 Clinical comparative study on...1dEvolutionary physiologyJournal of Clinical Electroneurophysiology A survey of sleep condition in patients with pure sleep-related epilepsy (睡眠期癫(痫)患者的睡眠状况调查)FANG Youzuo, ,LUO Zuowen, ,ZHU Guoxing, ,LI Beizuo, ,WU Zuoying, ,DING Zuo, ,HONG Zhen ...... page:193-196,221 Clinical experience of 121 cases of epilepsy with comprehensive treatment (121例癫(痫)综合治疗的临床体会)LV Ying, ,LIU...1dΒιοΜηχανικήVarian’s VitalBeam Cost-Conscious Radiotherapy System Unveiled Varian has released its new VitalBeam radiotherapy system following both FDA and CE Mark approvals. The device is a budget option over the firm's TrueBeam system, but includes many of the features found in the more advanced sibling. VitalBeam is designed to be modular, allowing clinics to add and combine...1dΚοσμητική ΟδοντοΙατρικήChinese Journal of Orthodontics gic drift of lower incisors in different vertical skeletal patterns (不同垂直骨面型下切牙生理性调整的临床研究)Lu Xinhua, ,Wu Liping, ,Xu Yue, ,Xie Yongjian, ,Cai Bin ...... page:121-126 The comparison of effects in different extraction patterns treated with Alexander discipline (亚历山大矫治技术两种拔牙模式矫治差异的研究)Liu Fuliang, ,Wen Fujia, ,Wei...1dOnline Medical Journals by Alexandros G.SfakianakisBulletin of the Academy of Military Medical Sciences Design and research of intelligent system for triage (智能检伤分类系统的设计与研究)WANG Dan, ,ZHANG Guang, ,CHEN Feng, ,SONG Zhen-xing, ,WANG Hai-tao, ,LU Heng-zhi,,WANG Ya-lin, ,WU Tai-hu ...... page:651-655 yi xue ming ci shu yu shi yong gui fan (医学名词术语使用规范)BEN Kanbianjibu ...... page:655-655 Design of monitoring...1dOnline Medical Journals by Alexandros G.SfakianakisJournal of International Oncology Sorafenib inhibits tumor growth through modulating vasculogenic mimicry in a hepatocellular carci-noma xenograft model (索拉非尼抑制人肝癌裸鼠皮下移植瘤血管生成拟态作用研究)Zhang Yueying, ,Wang Zhaopeng, ,Wang Zhaoxia, ,Jia Qing, ,Wang Hengxiao, ,Jiang Guosheng, ,Zhang Weidong ...... page:721-725 Therapeutic effect and prognostic...1dOnline Medical Journals by Alexandros G.SfakianakisInternational Review of Ophthalmology Overview for power adjustable intraocular lens (可调屈光力的人工晶状体)CHEN Qian-yin, ,LIN Zhen-de ...... page:217-223 Progress in fundus imaging: confocal scanning laser opthalmoscope (眼底成像技术新进展——共聚焦激光扫描检眼镜)HUO Yan-jiao, ,WEI Wen-bin ...... page:224-228 Interferon associated ophthalmologic complications (干扰素相关性眼病)DU...1dAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaInternational Journal of Immunology Establishment of a high efficient expression system of a novol human monoclonal antibody against tumour necrosis factor-related apoptosis-inducing ligand receptor and its functional characteristics (全人源抗人肿瘤坏死因子相关诱导凋亡配体受体单克隆抗体蛋白高效表达体系的建立及其功能性分析)SHI Jianing, ,HAN Xiaojian, ,LYU Fulian, ,BI Dongmei, ,JIN...1dΒιοΜηχανικήIBM and Carneggie Mellon Releasing NavCog App for Blind People Example of a Bluetooth beacon attached to an 'exit' sign. A collaboration between IBM Research and Carnegie Mellon University has unveiled an open development platform to help programmers create apps for blind people. To demonstrate the capabilities of the platform they wrote the NavCog app that...1dOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisImage anatomy of nasal septal swell body Image anatomy of nasal septal swell bodyAuthor(s): ZHU Hangjun, ZHANG Jiandong, WANG YuhaiPages: 463-464Year: 2015 Issue:  9Journal: Chinese Archiver of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Keyword:  Nasal Septum; Airway Resistance; Tomography; X-Ray Computed; Anatomy; nasal septal swell body;Abstract: [ABSTRACT]OBJECTIVETo...1dOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisFacial nerve hemangioma Diagnosis and treatment of Author(s): GUO Liangrong, LI JiandongPages: 455-458Year: 2015 Issue:  9Journal: Chinese Archiver of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Keyword:  Facial Nerve Diseases; Hemangioma; Tomography; X-Ray Computed; Temporal Bone; Magnetic Resonance Imaging;Abstract: [ABSTRACT]OBJECTIVETo...