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Δευτέρα 28 Μαρτίου 2016

OtoRhinoLaryngology & Medicine,New Articles,March 28th,2016,a


Study on correlation between otitis media with effusion and tracheal intubation].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 δευτερόλεπτα
[Study on correlation between otitis media with effusion and tracheal intubation] Authors: Li L, Ai Y, Fan Z, Han Y, Xu L, Wang H Abstract OBJECTIVE: To explore the factors related to the occurrence of otitis media with effusion (OME) in patients with long-term tracheal intubation. METHOD: This retrospective study included 47 cases with endotracheal intubation more than 7 days (endotracheal intubation group) and 20 cases without mechanically ventilated in the same period(control group). The relationships between secretory otitis media with age, gender, intubation method,duration o...περισσότερα »

Changes in difficult airway predictors following mandibular setback surgery.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Authors: Soydan SS, Bayram B, Akdeniz BS, Kayhan Z, Uckan S Abstract The aim of this study was to determine the effect of surgical mandibular backward movements on the predictors of a difficult airway. Thirty-seven skeletal class III patients were included in this study. The Mallampati score, body mass index (BMI), maximal inter-incisal distance, and thyromental and sternomental distances of these patients were evaluated preoperatively and at 6 months and 2 years postoperatively. A sagittal split ramus osteotomy (SSRO) without gen... περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal Intubation: An Overview.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov-corehtml-pmc] Authors: Prasanna D, Bhat S Abstract INTRODUCTION: Nasotracheal intubation is the commonest method used to induce anaesthesia in oral surgery patients. It has a distinct advantage of providing good accessibility for oral surgical procedures. ANATOMY AND PROCEDURE: One must know the anatomy involved, the pathway and procedure of intubation, the pre-anaesthetic medication and complications which may be seen at the time of intubation. The surgeon must have the knowhow of the tube and the procedure which are explained in detail in the ...περισσότερα »

The evaluation of a scoring system in airway management after oral cancer surgery.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov-corehtml-pmc] Authors: Lee HJ, Kim JW, Choi SY, Kim CS, Kwon TG, Paeng JY Abstract BACKGROUND: The purpose of this retrospective study was to investigate the usefulness of tracheostomy scoring system in the decision of postoperative airway management in oral cancer patients. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 104 patients were reviewed in this retrospective study, who underwent radical resection with or without neck dissection and free flap reconstruction due to oral cancer. The patients were classified into three groups according to the timing o... περισσότερα »

Positive Selection and Centrality in the Yeast and Fly Protein-Protein Interaction Networks

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΒιοΜηχανικήΠριν από 3 δευτερόλεπτα
Proteins within a molecular network are expected to be subject to different selective pressures depending on their relative hierarchical positions. However, it is not obvious what genes within a network should be more likely to evolve under positive selection. On one hand, only mutations at genes with a relatively high degree of control over adaptive phenotypes (such as those encoding highly connected proteins) are expected to be "seen" by natural selection. On the other hand, a high degree of pleiotropy at these genes is expected to hinder adaptation. Previous analyses of the hum... περισσότερα »

Oral Myiasis Caused by Cochliomyia hominivorax in a Disabled Person.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 4 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--images.hindawi.com-linkout-hindaw] [image: http:--www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov-corehtml-pmc] Authors: Novo-Neto JP, Dos Santos Fde S, Pontes AE, Ribeiro FS, Scannavino FL, Martins AT Abstract Myiasis is a parasitic disease caused by developing maggots of fly species, which can infect humans. Patients with special needs, especially those with severe neuropsychomotor limitations, may have oral manifestations of this disease. Here, we present a clinical case in which a disabled person was affected by oral myiasis caused by Cochliomyia hominivorax. Maggots were found in two ul... περισσότερα »

McGrath Video Laryngoscopy Facilitates Routine Nasotracheal Intubation in Patients Undergoing Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery: A Comparison With Macintosh Laryngoscopy.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 5 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Authors: Kwak HJ, Lee SY, Lee SY, Cho SH, Kim HS, Kim JY Abstract PURPOSE: The McGrath video laryngoscope (VL) offers excellent laryngoscopic views and increases the success rate of orotracheal intubation in patients with normal and difficult airways. The purpose of this randomized controlled trial was to compare the McGrath VL with the Macintosh laryngoscope to investigate the efficacy of the McGrath VL for routine nasotracheal intubation in patients with an expected normal airway. MATERIALS AND METHODS: To address the research p... περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal intubation in patients with limited mouth opening: a comparison between fibreoptic intubation and the Trachway(®).

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 5 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Anaesthesia. 2016 Authors: Lee MC, Tseng KY, Shen YC, Lin CH, Hsu CW, Hsu HJ, Lu IC, Cheng KI Abstract In patients with limited mouth opening, traditional laryngoscopy and videolaryngoscopes are not useful when performing nasotracheal intubation. Eighty patients with limited mouth opening who required nasotracheal intubation were randomly assigned to either fibreoptic intubation (n = 40) or the Trachway(®) (n = 40). Using the modified nasal intubation difficulty scale, 22 (55%) patients who received fibreoptic intubation were cate... περισσότερα »

Access to the carotid artery bifurcation: Cadaveric study with application to nasotracheal intubation as a technique to improve access to a high carotid artery bifurcation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 6 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--www.tandfonline.com-templates-jsp] Authors: Foreman PM, Harrigan MR, Griessenauer CJ, Loukas M, Tubbs RS Abstract Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a common and efficacious surgical procedure for the prevention of ischemic stroke due to atherosclerosis of the internal carotid artery (ICA). A high common carotid artery bifurcation can make CEA technically difficult due to limited carotid artery exposure. A cadaveric study was performed to evaluate the efficacy of nasotracheal intubation for improving access to a high carotid artery bifurcation. Based on this study, n... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 6 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department wa... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 6 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate eso...περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 6 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 6 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate es... περισσότερα »

Awake Nasotracheal Intubation for a 4-Year-old Boy with an Oral Penetrating Toothbrush Injury

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 7 δευτερόλεπτα
[Awake Nasotracheal Intubation for a 4-Year-old Boy with an Oral Penetrating Toothbrush Injury] Authors: Kobayashi N, Ando K, Saito K, Toyama H, Fudeta H, Yamauchi M Abstract We report a case of an oral penetrating injury caused by a toothbrush in a 4-year-old 17-kg boy. The toothbrush was lodged in the right cervical region through the oral cavity, and emergency surgery for removal was planned under general anesthesia. Although mask ventilation was not possible because of the protruding toothbrush handle, awake nasotracheal intubation was successfully performed with a fiber-scope ...περισσότερα »

Middle turbinectomy after nasotracheal intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 7 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--production.springer.de-OnlineReso] Emerg Radiol. 2016 Apr;23(2):203-5 Authors: Gold M, Pearlman A, Boyack I Abstract Nasotracheal intubation (NTI) is used for maintaining airway access during maxillofacial surgery or in cases of severe oral trauma. We describe a case of middle turbinectomy complication as a result of NTI. The purposes of this paper are to raise awareness of this complication and review associated imaging findings. PMID: 26553044 [PubMed - in process]

Glycogen Synthase in Sertoli Cells: More than Glycogenesis?

Abstract Sertoli cell metabolism actively maintains the nutritional needs of germ cells. It has been described that after glucose incorporation in Sertoli cells, less than 1% is converted to glycogen suggesting low levels of glycogen synthase activity. Phosphorylation of muscle glycogen synthase (MGS) at serine 640 (pS640MGS) decreases its activity, and this form of the […]

Mutational Analysis on Membrane Associated Transporter Protein (MATP) and Their Structural Consequences in Oculoc utaeous Albinism Type 4 (OCA4) – A Molecular Dynamics Approach

Abstract Oculocutaneous albinism type IV (OCA4), is an autosomal recessive inherited disorder which is characterized by reduced biosynthesis of melanin pigmentation in skin, hair and eyes and caused by the genetic mutations in the membrane-associated transporter protein (MATP) encoded by SLC45A2 gene. The MATP protein consists of 530 amino acids which contains 12 putative transmembrane […]

Cell Polarity Proteins in Breast Cancer Progression

Abstract Breast cancer, one of the leading causes of cancer related death in women worldwide, is a heterogeneous disease with diverse subtypes that have different properties and prognoses. The developing mammary gland is a highly proliferative and invasive tissue, and some of the developmental programs may be aberrantly activated to promote breast cancer progression. In […]

Omega-3 Fatty Acids do not Protect Against Arrhythmias in Acute Nonreperfused Myocardial Infarction Despite Some Antiarrhythmic Effects

ABSTRACT Ventricular arrhythmias are an important cause of mortality in the acute myocardial infarction (MI). To elucidate the effect of the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) on ventricular arrhythmias in acute non-reperfused MI, rats were fed with normal or eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)-enriched diet for 3 weeks. Subsequently the rats were subjected […]

Endoscope-guided coblator tongue base resection using an endoscope-holding system for obstructive sleep apnea.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 7 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] [image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Head Neck. 2016 Authors: Cho HJ, Park DY, Min HJ, Chung HJ, Lee JG, Kim CH Abstract BACKGROUND: Multilevel obstruction in obstructive sleep apnea commonly includes retroglossal obstruction. To improve surgical success rates, tongue volume reduction with posterior midline glossectomy and/or lingual tonsillectomy is widely performed. METHODS: Nasotracheal intubation was utilized, and the combined tongue procedure was performed as a final step after palatal surgery. The tongue was pu... περισσότερα »

Dexmedetomidine-midazolam versus Sufentanil-midazolam for Awake Fiberoptic Nasotracheal Intubation: A Randomized Double-blind Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--www.cmj.org-images-linkout.gif] Authors: Li CW, Li YD, Tian HT, Kong XG, Chen K Abstract BACKGROUND: Awake fiberoptic intubation (AFOI) is usually performed in the management of the predicted difficult airway. The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of dexmedetomidine with midazolam (DM) and sufentanil with midazolam (SM) for sedation for awake fiberoptic nasotracheal intubation. METHODS: Fifty patients with limited mouth opening scheduled for AFOI were randomly assigned to two groups (n = 25 per group) by a computer-generated randomization schedule. ... περισσότερα »

Imported Mud to the Rescue in San Francisco Bay

To restore the region’s salt marshes, scientists and engineers are buying the messy stuff by the ton from dirt brokers

IJMS, Vol. 17, Pages 459: Aripiprazole and Haloperidol Activate GSK3β-Dependent Signalling Pathway Differentially in Various Brain Regions of Rats

Aripiprazole, a dopamine D2 receptor (D2R) partial agonist, possesses a unique clinical profile. Glycogen synthase kinase 3β (GSK3β)-dependent signalling pathways have been implicated in the pathophysiology of schizophrenia and antipsychotic drug actions. The present study examined whether aripiprazole differentially affects the GSK3β-dependent signalling pathways in the prefrontal cortex (PFC), nucleus accumbens (NAc), and caudate putamen […]

IJMS, Vol. 17, Pages 458: Apolipoprotein A1-Unique Peptide as a Diagnostic Biomarker for Acute Ischemic Stroke

Clinically-informative biomarkers of ischemic stroke are needed for rapid diagnosis and timely treatment. In the present study, APOA1 unique peptide (APOA1-UP), a novel peptide biomarker, was identified and quantified by multiple reaction monitoring (MRM) using labeled reference peptide (LRP). Serum samples of 94 patients in the ischemic stroke group and 37 patients in the non-stroke […]

Estimation of the optimal tube length : Systematic review article on published formulae for infants and children

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--production.springer.de-OnlineReso] Authors: Boensch M, Schick V, Spelten O, Hinkelbein J Abstract BACKGROUND: The correct placement of an endotracheal tube in children is essential as incorrect placement following unilateral ventilation and tube displacement may lead to far-reaching consequences, such as volutrauma and hypoxia, respectively. Different formulae referring to the correct placement of nasotracheal and orotracheal tubes have been published with reference to body weight and age. OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present review article was to identify and compare... περισσότερα »

The Significance of Rhinologic Evaluation and Pretreatment for Patients Undergoing Two-Jaw Surgery Through Nasotracheal Intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--pt.wkhealth.com-pt-pt-core-templa] Authors: Cho HS, Yang HS, Lee SY, Kim KS Abstract The aim of this study is to determine whether rhinologic preoperative evaluation and pretreatments reduce intranasal trauma and decrease postoperative complications, such as nasal obstruction and epistaxis, in patients undergoing 2-jaw surgery with nasotracheal intubation. This study included 360 patients with malocclusion (Class III) who underwent 2-jaw surgery under general anesthesia via nasotracheal intubation in our hospital from January to December 2013 and categorized into 3 ... περισσότερα »

Submental intubation in paediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 9 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--www.afrjpaedsurg.org-images-linko] Authors: Taiwo OA, Ibikunle AA, Braimah RO, Suleiman MK Abstract Several oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures require the simultaneous use of the oropharyngeal space by both the surgeons and the anaesthetists. This poses a lot of challenges especially in optimally securing the airway. Nasotracheal intubation or tracheostomy with their significant morbidity might even be contraindicated in these scenarios owing to several factors elucidated in the literature. Submental endotracheal intubation might be the last resort in adequat... περισσότερα »

Effect of 90° counterclockwise rotation of the endotracheal tube on its advancement through the larynx during nasal fiberoptic intubation in children: a randomized and blinded study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 9 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Paediatr Anaesth. 2016 Apr;26(4):378-83 Authors: Choudhry DK, Brenn BR, Lutwin-Kawalec M, Sacks K, Nesargi S, He Z Abstract BACKGROUND: Resistance to the passage of the endotracheal tube (ETT) is frequently encountered in children as it is advanced over the fiberoptic scope for placement into the trachea because it gets hung up at the laryngeal inlet. Literature in adults indicates that a 90° counterclockwise rotation (CCR) of the ETT before advancing results in smooth passage. We found no literature in children. OBJECTIVES: Our a... περισσότερα »

Pediatric Anesthesia

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAnaesthesiologyΠριν από 10 δευτερόλεπτα
Compatibility of common drugs with acetate-containing balanced electrolyte solutions in pediatric anesthesia Background Acetate-containing balanced electrolyte solutions are frequently used for fluid therapy in pediatric anesthesia, but no studies investigating the compatibility with common anesthetic drugs are available. Aim To reveal possible incompatibilities between common anesthetic drugs and the acetate-containing balanced electrolyte solutions BS (Sterofundin ISO; B.Braun Melsungen AG, Melsungen, Germany) and BS-G1 (E148G1 Päd; Serumwerk Bernburg AG, Bernburg, Germany), with ...περισσότερα »

The effects of thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes on postoperative sore throat, hoarseness and vocal cord injuries: a prospective double-blind randomized trial.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 11 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--highwire.stanford.edu-icons-exter] Br J Anaesth. 2016 ;116(2):282-8 Authors: Seo JH, Cho CW, Hong DM, Jeon Y, Bahk JH Abstract BACKGROUND: It is well known that thermal softening of polyvinyl chloride tracheal tubes reduces nasal damage during nasotracheal intubation. We hypothesized that thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes (DLTs) may be effective for reducing airway injury. This randomized double-blind study was performed to investigate whether thermal softening of DLTs decreased postoperative sore throat, hoarseness or vocal cord injuries. METH... περισσότερα »

The Potential Significance of Concha Bullosa During Nasotracheal Intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 11 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--pt.wkhealth.com-pt-pt-core-templa] J Craniofac Surg. 2016 Mar;27(2):e153-4 Authors: Min HJ, Min SK, Hong YH, Kim KS Abstract The authors experienced a case of severe epistaxis caused by accidental partial middle turbinectomy during nasotracheal intubation, which the patient had bilateral concha bullosa narrowing the nasal airway. Although anesthesiologist checked nasal airway through subjective symptoms and the size of both nostrils, they tend to overlook common anatomic variation, concha bullosa, and can injure turbinate structures. Therefore, preoperative compute... περισσότερα »

Effect of Cuff Pressure Elevation on Internal Diameter of Tracheal Tube in Simulated Trachea.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 12 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkout.jstage.jst.go.jp-logo.gif] Bull Tokyo Dent Coll. 2016;57(1):7-10 Authors: Matsuki Y, Matsuura N, Ichinohe T Abstract Application of nitrous oxide during anesthesia causes an increase in tracheal tube cuff pressure over time. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of an increase in cuff pressure on 3 types of tube (the Portex, Mallinckrodt, and Parker) commonly used for nasotracheal intubation. A cylindrical vessel was used to simulate a trachea. Cuff pressure was set at 0 cmH2O (R0) or 20 cmH2O (R20) at room temperature, or at 20 cmH2O (H20... περισσότερα »

Τhe Airtraq® NT, McGrath® MAC and Macintosh laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation of simulated easy and difficult airways

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
[A randomised crossover trial comparing the Airtraq® NT, McGrath® MAC and Macintosh laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation of simulated easy and difficult airways in a manikin].: Rev Bras Anestesiol. 2016 Mar 15; Authors: Gómez-Ríos MÁ, Pinegger S, de Carrillo Mantilla M, Vizcaino L, Barreto-Calvo P, Paech MJ, Gómez-Ríos D, López-Calviño B Abstract OBJECTIVE: Several devices can aid nasotracheal intubation when managing difficult airways. The McGrath MAC and Airtraq NT were compared with a Macintosh laryngoscope when studying the performance of anaesthetists with different leve... περισσότερα »

Parker Flex-Tip and Standard-Tip Endotracheal Tubes: A Comparison During Nasotracheal Intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
Anesth Prog. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006-57.1.18 PMCID: PMC2844234 Parker Flex-Tip and Standard-Tip Endotracheal Tubes: A Comparison During Nasotracheal Intubation Simon Prior, BDS, PhD, MS,* Jarom Heaton, DDS, MS,† Kris R. Jatana, MD,‡ and Robert G. Rashid, DDS, MAS§ Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract The placement of endotracheal tubes in the airway, particularly through the nose, can cause trauma. Their design might be an important etiologic factor, but they have changed little si... περισσότερα »

Evaluation of the Truview™ EVO2 laryngoscope for nasotracheal intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 15 δευτερόλεπτα
Saudi J Anaesth. doi: 10.4103/1658-354X.105882 PMCID: PMC3591562 Evaluation of the Truview™ EVO2 laryngoscope for nasotracheal intubation U. S. Raveendra, Sripada G. Mehandale, Sumalatha R. Shetty, and Manjunath R. Kamath Author information ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract Background: The Truview™ EVO2 laryngoscope, with its unique optical lens system and blade tip angulation, has proved its usefulness in providing adequate laryngeal exposure and intubation via the oral route. However, the same has not been eva... περισσότερα »

Localized Movement and Levels of 53BP1 Protein Are Changed by γ-Irradiation in PML Deficient Cells

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
ABSTRACT We studied epigenetics, distribution pattern, kinetics and diffusion of proteins recruited to spontaneous and γ-radiation-induced DNA lesions. We showed that PML deficiency leads to an increased number of DNA lesions, which was accompanied by changes in histone signature. In PML wt cells, we observed two mobile fractions of 53BP1 protein with distinct diffusion in… Continue reading Localized Movement and Levels of 53BP1 Protein Are Changed by γ-Irradiation in PML Deficient Cells

DNA Repair in Despair-Vitamin D Is not Fair

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract The role of vitamin D as a treatment option for neoplastic diseases, once considered to have a bright future, remains controversial. The preclinical studies discussed herein show compelling evidence that Vitamin D Derivatives (VDDs) can convert some cancer and leukemia cells to a benign phenotype, by differentiation/maturation, cell cycle arrest or induction of apoptosis.… Continue reading DNA Repair in Despair-Vitamin D Is not Fair

The Multifaceted Osteoclast; Far and Beyond Bone Resorption

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract The accepted function of the bone resorbing cell, osteoclast, has been linked to bone remodeling and pathological osteolysis. Emerging evidence points to novel functions of osteoclasts in controlling bone formation and angiogenesis. Thus, while the concept of a “clastokine” with the potential to regulate osteogenesis during remodeling did not come as a surprise, new… Continue reading The Multifaceted Osteoclast; Far and Beyond Bone Resorption

The Tyrosine Kinome Dictates Breast Cancer Heterogeneity and Therapeutic Responsiveness

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract Phospho-tyrosine signaling networks control numerous biological processes including cellular differentiation, cell growth and survival, motility and invasion. Aberrant regulation of the tyrosine kinome is a hallmark of malignancy and influences all stages of breast cancer progression; from initiation to the development of metastatic disease. The success of specific tyrosine kinase inhibitors strongly validates the… Continue reading The Tyrosine Kinome Dictates Breast Cancer Heterogeneity and Therapeutic Responsiveness

Targeting the mTOR Pathway in Leukemia

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract Optimal function of multiple intracellular signaling pathways is essential for normal regulation of cellular transcription, translation, growth, proliferation, and survival. Dysregulation or aberrant activation of such cascades can lead to inappropriate cell survival and abnormal cell proliferation in leukemia. Successful treatment of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) with tyrosine kinase inhibitors targeting the BCR-ABL fusion… Continue reading Targeting the mTOR Pathway in Leukemia

Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Support Lymphangiogenic Parameters In Vitro

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract It is a common complication to develop a secondary lymphedema after surgery or radiation, for example after axillary lymph node dissection due to breast cancer and current therapies are mainly symptomatic. Since these surgical procedures result in both, loss of adipose tissue and loss of lymphatic nodes and vessels, tissue engineering could be a… Continue reading Adipose-Derived Stem Cells Support Lymphangiogenic Parameters In Vitro

STAT5A Modulates Chemokine Receptor CCR6 Expression and Enhances Pre-B Cell Growth in a CCL20-Dependent Manner

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract Signal transducer and activator of transcription 5A (STAT5A) contributes to B-cell responses to cytokines through suppressor of cytokine signaling (Socs) genes in innate immunity. However, its direct roles in B-cell responses to chemokines are poorly understood. In this study, we examined the role of STAT5A in the innate immune response. We found that STAT5A… Continue reading STAT5A Modulates Chemokine Receptor CCR6 Expression and Enhances Pre-B Cell Growth in a CCL20-Dependent Manner

Biotechnological Chondroitin a Novel Glycosamminoglycan with Remarkable Biological Function on Human Primary Chondrocytes

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract Cartilage tissue engineering, with in vitro expansion of autologus chondrocytes, is a promising technique for tissue regeneration and is a new potential strategy to prevent and/or treat cartilage damage (e.g. osteoarthritis). The aim of this study was 1) to investigate and compare the effects of new biotechnological chondroitin (BC) and a commercial extractive chondroitin… Continue reading Biotechnological Chondroitin a Novel Glycosamminoglycan with Remarkable Biological Function on Human Primary Chondrocytes

Glycogen Synthase in Sertoli Cells: More than Glycogenesis?

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Abstract Sertoli cell metabolism actively maintains the nutritional needs of germ cells. It has been described that after glucose incorporation in Sertoli cells, less than 1% is converted to glycogen suggesting low levels of glycogen synthase activity. Phosphorylation of muscle glycogen synthase (MGS) at serine 640 (pS640MGS) decreases its activity, and this form of the… Continue reading Glycogen Synthase in Sertoli Cells: More than Glycogenesis?

Mutational Analysis on Membrane Associated Transporter Protein (MATP) and Their Structural Consequences in Oculoc utaeous Albinism Type 4 (OCA4) – A Molecular Dynamics Approach

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract Oculocutaneous albinism type IV (OCA4), is an autosomal recessive inherited disorder which is characterized by reduced biosynthesis of melanin pigmentation in skin, hair and eyes and caused by the genetic mutations in the membrane-associated transporter protein (MATP) encoded by SLC45A2 gene. The MATP protein consists of 530 amino acids which contains 12 putative transmembrane… Continue reading Mutational Analysis on Membrane Associated Transporter Protein (MATP) and Their Structural Consequences in Oculoc utaeous Albinism Type 4 (OCA4) – A Molecular Dynamics Approach

Cuff Inflation to Aid Nasotracheal Intubation Using the C-MAC Videolaryngoscope

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Ghana Med J. HK Baddoo and B J Phillips Author information ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Summary A preliminary report is presented of a technique for using the C-MAC videolaryngoscope to carry out nasopharyngeal intubations. The main thrust of the technique is that cuff inflation of the endotracheal tube is used to lift the endotracheal tube off the posterior pharyngeal wall and thus direct it towards the glottis. The technique was used successfully in 5 consecutive patients needing nasotracheal intubation. Indeed a ... περισσότερα »

Iron-labeled adipose stem cells and neovascularization in rabbit calvarial critical-sized defects.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Iron-labeled adipose stem cells and neovascularization in rabbit calvarial critical-sized defects.* Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2016 Jan 14; Authors: Lappalainen OP, Haapea M, Serpi R, Lehtonen S, Ylikontiola L, Korpi J, Serlo W, Sándor GK Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of iron-labeled adipose stem cells at the 2-week time point and vascular changes at the 2-week and 6-week time points using two different types of scaffolds. STUDY DESIGN: This study included 22 White New Zealand adult male rabbits. In six ... περισσότερα »

High-grade transformation of acinic cell carcinoma: an inadequately treated entity?

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *High-grade transformation of acinic cell carcinoma: an inadequately treated entity?* Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2016 Jan 21; Authors: Chintakuntlawar AV, Shon W, Erickson-Johnson M, Bilodeau E, Jenkins SM, Davidson JA, Keeney MG, Rivera M, Price DL, Moore EJ, Olsen KD, Kasperbauer JL, Foote RL, Price KA, García JJ Abstract OBJECTIVE: Acinic cell carcinoma (AcCC) is an uncommon salivary gland malignancy. We aim to characterize the clinical and pathologic characteristics of AcCC with and without high-grade transformation (HGT). Importantly, cases...περισσότερα »

GlideScope video laryngoscope-assisted nasotracheal intubation by cuff-inflation technique in head and neck cancer patients.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--highwire.stanford.edu-icons-exter] Related Articles *GlideScope video laryngoscope-assisted nasotracheal intubation by cuff-inflation technique in head and neck cancer patients.* Br J Anaesth. 2016 Apr;116(4):559-60 Authors: Gupta N, Garg R, Saini S, Kumar V PMID: 26994237 [PubMed - in process] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1XEqpPI via IFTTT

[A randomised crossover trial comparing the Airtraq® NT, McGrath® MAC and Macintosh laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation of simulated easy and difficult airways in a manikin].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *[A randomised crossover trial comparing the Airtraq® NT, McGrath® MAC and Macintosh laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation of simulated easy and difficult airways in a manikin].* Rev Bras Anestesiol. 2016 Mar 15; Authors: Gómez-Ríos MÁ, Pinegger S, de Carrillo Mantilla M, Vizcaino L, Barreto-Calvo P, Paech MJ, Gómez-Ríos D, López-Calviño B Abstract OBJECTIVE: Several devices can aid nasotracheal intubation when managing difficult airways. The McGrath MAC and Airtraq NT were compared with a Macintosh laryngoscope when studying the performance of anaesthetists ... περισσότερα »

Effect of Cuff Pressure Elevation on Internal Diameter of Tracheal Tube in Simulated Trachea.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkout.jstage.jst.go.jp-logo.gif] Related Articles *Effect of Cuff Pressure Elevation on Internal Diameter of Tracheal Tube in Simulated Trachea.* Bull Tokyo Dent Coll. 2016;57(1):7-10 Authors: Matsuki Y, Matsuura N, Ichinohe T Abstract Application of nitrous oxide during anesthesia causes an increase in tracheal tube cuff pressure over time. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of an increase in cuff pressure on 3 types of tube (the Portex, Mallinckrodt, and Parker) commonly used for nasotracheal intubation. A cylindrical vessel was used to sim... περισσότερα »

Complete airway obstruction with inferior turbinate avulsion after nasotracheal intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Fkw4zC] Related Articles *Complete airway obstruction with inferior turbinate avulsion after nasotracheal intubation.* Saudi J Anaesth. 2016 Jan-Mar;10(1):114-5 Authors: Goyal VK, Solanki SL, Parekh AU, Gupta P PMID: 26955324 [PubMed] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1RF5cR6 via IFTTT

The Potential Significance of Concha Bullosa During Nasotracheal Intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--pt.wkhealth.com-pt-pt-core-templa] Related Articles *The Potential Significance of Concha Bullosa During Nasotracheal Intubation.* J Craniofac Surg. 2016 Mar;27(2):e153-4 Authors: Min HJ, Min SK, Hong YH, Kim KS Abstract The authors experienced a case of severe epistaxis caused by accidental partial middle turbinectomy during nasotracheal intubation, which the patient had bilateral concha bullosa narrowing the nasal airway. Although anesthesiologist checked nasal airway through subjective symptoms and the size of both nostrils, they tend to overlook common anatomic... περισσότερα »

In reply: Nasotracheal intubation with airway scope.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--production.springer.de-OnlineReso] Related Articles *In reply: Nasotracheal intubation with airway scope.* J Anesth. 2016 Apr;30(2):361 Authors: Ono K, Goto T PMID: 26838138 [PubMed - in process] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1RF5ckl via IFTTT

The effects of thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes on postoperative sore throat, hoarseness and vocal cord injuries: a prospective double-blind randomized trial.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--highwire.stanford.edu-icons-exter] Related Articles *The effects of thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes on postoperative sore throat, hoarseness and vocal cord injuries: a prospective double-blind randomized trial.* Br J Anaesth. 2016 Feb;116(2):282-8 Authors: Seo JH, Cho CW, Hong DM, Jeon Y, Bahk JH Abstract BACKGROUND: It is well known that thermal softening of polyvinyl chloride tracheal tubes reduces nasal damage during nasotracheal intubation. We hypothesized that thermal softening of double-lumen endobronchial tubes (DLTs) may be effective f... περισσότερα »

Effect of 90° counterclockwise rotation of the endotracheal tube on its advancement through the larynx during nasal fiberoptic intubation in children: a randomized and blinded study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Related Articles *Effect of 90° counterclockwise rotation of the endotracheal tube on its advancement through the larynx during nasal fiberoptic intubation in children: a randomized and blinded study.* Paediatr Anaesth. 2016 Apr;26(4):378-83 Authors: Choudhry DK, Brenn BR, Lutwin-Kawalec M, Sacks K, Nesargi S, He Z Abstract BACKGROUND: Resistance to the passage of the endotracheal tube (ETT) is frequently encountered in children as it is advanced over the fiberoptic scope for placement into the trachea because it gets hung up at th... περισσότερα »

Submental intubation in paediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery: Review of the literature and report of four cases.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTOEJl] Related Articles *Submental intubation in paediatric oral and maxillofacial surgery: Review of the literature and report of four cases.* Afr J Paediatr Surg. 2015 Oct-Dec;12(4):296-300 Authors: Taiwo OA, Ibikunle AA, Braimah RO, Suleiman MK Abstract Several oral and maxillofacial surgery procedures require the simultaneous use of the oropharyngeal space by both the surgeons and the anaesthetists. This poses a lot of challenges especially in optimally securing the airway. Nasotracheal intubation or tracheostomy with their significant morbidity ... περισσότερα »

The Significance of Rhinologic Evaluation and Pretreatment for Patients Undergoing Two-Jaw Surgery Through Nasotracheal Intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--pt.wkhealth.com-pt-pt-core-templa] Related Articles *The Significance of Rhinologic Evaluation and Pretreatment for Patients Undergoing Two-Jaw Surgery Through Nasotracheal Intubation.* J Craniofac Surg. 2016 Jan;27(1):74-7 Authors: Cho HS, Yang HS, Lee SY, Kim KS Abstract The aim of this study is to determine whether rhinologic preoperative evaluation and pretreatments reduce intranasal trauma and decrease postoperative complications, such as nasal obstruction and epistaxis, in patients undergoing 2-jaw surgery with nasotracheal intubation. This study included 360... περισσότερα »

[Estimation of the optimal tube length : Systematic review article on published formulae for infants and children].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--production.springer.de-OnlineReso] Related Articles *[Estimation of the optimal tube length : Systematic review article on published formulae for infants and children].* Anaesthesist. 2016 Feb;65(2):115-21 Authors: Boensch M, Schick V, Spelten O, Hinkelbein J Abstract BACKGROUND: The correct placement of an endotracheal tube in children is essential as incorrect placement following unilateral ventilation and tube displacement may lead to far-reaching consequences, such as volutrauma and hypoxia, respectively. Different formulae referring to the correct placement of... περισσότερα »

Dexmedetomidine-midazolam versus Sufentanil-midazolam for Awake Fiberoptic Nasotracheal Intubation: A Randomized Double-blind Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Zbeyup] Related Articles *Dexmedetomidine-midazolam versus Sufentanil-midazolam for Awake Fiberoptic Nasotracheal Intubation: A Randomized Double-blind Study.* Chin Med J (Engl). 2015 Dec 5;128(23):3143-8 Authors: Li CW, Li YD, Tian HT, Kong XG, Chen K Abstract BACKGROUND: Awake fiberoptic intubation (AFOI) is usually performed in the management of the predicted difficult airway. The aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility of dexmedetomidine with midazolam (DM) and sufentanil with midazolam (SM) for sedation for awake fiberoptic nasotrachea... περισσότερα »

Awake nasotracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy or fibreoptic bronchoscopy.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Related Articles *Awake nasotracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy or fibreoptic bronchoscopy.* Anaesthesia. 2015 Jul;70(7):878-9 Authors: Xue FS, Liu GP, Li RP PMID: 26580251 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1LTOC4b via IFTTT

Endoscope-guided coblator tongue base resection using an endoscope-holding system for obstructive sleep apnea.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] [image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Related Articles *Endoscope-guided coblator tongue base resection using an endoscope-holding system for obstructive sleep apnea.* Head Neck. 2016 Apr;38(4):635-9 Authors: Cho HJ, Park DY, Min HJ, Chung HJ, Lee JG, Kim CH Abstract BACKGROUND: Multilevel obstruction in obstructive sleep apnea commonly includes retroglossal obstruction. To improve surgical success rates, tongue volume reduction with posterior midline glossectomy and/or lingual tonsillectomy is widely performed. METHOD... περισσότερα »

Middle turbinectomy after nasotracheal intubation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--production.springer.de-OnlineReso] Related Articles *Middle turbinectomy after nasotracheal intubation.* Emerg Radiol. 2016 Apr;23(2):203-5 Authors: Gold M, Pearlman A, Boyack I Abstract Nasotracheal intubation (NTI) is used for maintaining airway access during maxillofacial surgery or in cases of severe oral trauma. We describe a case of middle turbinectomy complication as a result of NTI. The purposes of this paper are to raise awareness of this complication and review associated imaging findings. PMID: 26553044 [PubMed - in process] from Head and Neck on PubMe... περισσότερα »

One-hand maneuver to facilitate flexible fiber-optic bronchoscope-guided nasotracheal intubation in sedated patients.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *One-hand maneuver to facilitate flexible fiber-optic bronchoscope-guided nasotracheal intubation in sedated patients.* Acta Anaesthesiol Taiwan. 2015 Dec;53(4):150-1 Authors: Shih CK, Wu CC, Ji TT PMID: 26476788 [PubMed - in process] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1RF58AY via IFTTT

[Awake Nasotracheal Intubation for a 4-Year-old Boy with an Oral Penetrating Toothbrush Injury].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *[Awake Nasotracheal Intubation for a 4-Year-old Boy with an Oral Penetrating Toothbrush Injury].* Masui. 2015 Sep;64(9):981-4 Authors: Kobayashi N, Ando K, Saito K, Toyama H, Fudeta H, Yamauchi M Abstract We report a case of an oral penetrating injury caused by a toothbrush in a 4-year-old 17-kg boy. The toothbrush was lodged in the right cervical region through the oral cavity, and emergency surgery for removal was planned under general anesthesia. Although mask ventilation was not possible because of the protruding toothbrush handle, awake nasotracheal intuba... περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal intubation in patients with limited mouth opening: a comparison between fibreoptic intubation and the Trachway(®).

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--media.wiley.com-assets-7315-19-Wi] Related Articles *Nasotracheal intubation in patients with limited mouth opening: a comparison between fibreoptic intubation and the Trachway(®).* Anaesthesia. 2016 Jan;71(1):31-8 Authors: Lee MC, Tseng KY, Shen YC, Lin CH, Hsu CW, Hsu HJ, Lu IC, Cheng KI Abstract In patients with limited mouth opening, traditional laryngoscopy and videolaryngoscopes are not useful when performing nasotracheal intubation. Eighty patients with limited mouth opening who required nasotracheal intubation were randomly assigned to either fibreoptic intu... περισσότερα »

Intra-Operative Airway Management in Patients with Maxillofacial Trauma having Reduction and Immobilization of Facial Fractures.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 17 δευτερόλεπτα
Niger J Surg. doi: 10.4103/1117-6806.152721 PMCID: PMC4382638 Intra-Operative Airway Management in Patients with Maxillofacial Trauma having Reduction and Immobilization of Facial Fractures Babatunde Babasola Osinaike, Olalere O Gbolahan,1 and Adeola A Olusanya1 Author information ► Copyright and License information ► Go to: Abstract Background: Despite advancements in airway management, treatment of fractures in the maxillofacial region under general anesthesia remains a unique anesthetic challenge. We reviewed the pattern of airway management in patients with maxillofacial fractures ...περισσότερα »

Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.* J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2016 Feb 15; Authors: Simon F, Le Clerc N, Salvan D, Sauvaget E, Faucon B, Borsik M, Herman P, Bisdorff A Abstract PURPOSE: Venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract can cause pain, dysphagia, obstructive sleep apnea, and rarely bleeding. We studied 980-nm diode endovenous laser therapy. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This is a 2007-2014 retrospective study in our vascular anomalies center. Data on patients' clinical history, polysomnography... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate es... περισσότερα »

Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.* J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2016 Feb 15; Authors: Simon F, Le Clerc N, Salvan D, Sauvaget E, Faucon B, Borsik M, Herman P, Bisdorff A Abstract PURPOSE: Venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract can cause pain, dysphagia, obstructive sleep apnea, and rarely bleeding. We studied 980-nm diode endovenous laser therapy. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This is a 2007-2014 retrospective study in our vascular anomalies center. Data on patients' clinical history, polysomnography,... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department wa... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSwallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia)Πριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate eso...περισσότερα »

Transoral approach for direct and complete excision of vallecular cysts in children.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. Author manuscript; available in PMC Published in final edited form as: Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 75(9): 1147–1151. doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2011.06.007 PMCID: PMC4038648 NIHMSID: NIHMS496800 Transoral approach for direct and complete excision of vallecular cysts in children Eunice Y. Chen,a Jae Lim,b Emily F. Boss,c Andrew F. Inglis, Jr.,b Henry Ou, b Kathleen C.Y. Sie,b Scott C. Manning,band Jonathan A. Perkinsb,* Author information ► Copyright and License information ► The publisher's final edited version of this article is available at Int J Pediatr... περισσότερα »

Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Diode endovascular laser treatment in venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract.* J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2016 Feb 15; Authors: Simon F, Le Clerc N, Salvan D, Sauvaget E, Faucon B, Borsik M, Herman P, Bisdorff A Abstract PURPOSE: Venous malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract can cause pain, dysphagia, obstructive sleep apnea, and rarely bleeding. We studied 980-nm diode endovenous laser therapy. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This is a 2007-2014 retrospective study in our vascular anomalies center. Data on patients' clinical history, polysomnography... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate es... περισσότερα »

Effect of Reaction Temperature on Carbon Yield and Morphology of CNTs on Copper Loaded Nickel Nanoparticles

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This investigation was attempted to introduce carbon nanotubes (CNTs) onto surface of copper powders in order to improve heat transfer performance of copper matrix for engineering application of electrical packaging materials. The Ni/MgO catalyst was formed on the copper powders surface by means of codeposition method. CVD technique was executed to fabricate uniform CNTs on… Continue reading Effect of Reaction Temperature on Carbon Yield and Morphology of CNTs on Copper Loaded Nickel Nanoparticles

Review on the Eyedrop Self-Instillation Techniques and Factors Affecting These Techniques in Glaucoma Patients

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Objective. This study aims to evaluate eyedrop self-installation techniques and factors affecting these techniques in glaucoma patients. Methods. Researchers directly observed eyedrop instillation procedures of 66 glaucoma patients. Contact with periocular tissues and instillation onto ocular surface or conjunctival fornices were considered. Correlations of instillation patterns with patient characteristics including age, gender, intraocular pressure, cup-to-disc… Continue reading Review on the Eyedrop Self-Instillation Techniques and Factors Affecting These Techniques in Glaucoma P... περισσότερα »

Metforminium Decavanadate as a Potential Metallopharmaceutical Drug for the Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
New potential drugs based on vanadium are being developed as possible treatments for diabetes mellitus (DM) and its complications. In this regard, our working group developed metforminium decavanadate (MetfDeca), a compound with hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic properties. MetfDeca was evaluated in models of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, on male Wistar rats. Alloxan-induction was… Continue reading Metforminium Decavanadate as a Potential Metallopharmaceutical Drug for the Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

Two tagSNPs rs352493 and rs3760908 within SIRT6 Gene Are Associated with the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in a Chinese Han Population

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
SIRT6 has been demonstrated to exert protective effects on endothelial cells and is closely associated with lipid metabolism, glucose metabolism, and obesity, indicating an important role in the pathogenesis and progression of coronary artery disease (CAD). Nonetheless, the biological significance of SIRT6 variants on CAD is far to be elucidated. Here we aimed to investigate… Continue reading Two tagSNPs rs352493 and rs3760908 within SIRT6 Gene Are Associated with the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in a Chinese Han Population

Case Study: LCA Methodology Applied to Materials Management in a Brazilian Residential Construction Site

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
The construction industry is increasingly concerned with improving the social, economic, and environmental indicators of sustainability. More than ever, the growing demand for construction materials reflects increased consumption of raw materials and energy, particularly during the phases of extraction, processing, and transportation of materials. This work aims to help decision-makers and to promote life cycle… Continue reading Case Study: LCA Methodology Applied to Materials Management in a Brazilian Residential Construction Site

Time Irreversibility from Time Series for Analyzing Oil-in-Water Flow Transition

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
We first experimentally collect conductance fluctuation signals of oil-in-water two-phase flow in a vertical pipe. Then we detect the flow pattern asymmetry character from the collected signals with multidimensional time irreversibility and multiscale time irreversibility index. Moreover, we propose a novel criterion, that is, AMSI (average of multiscale time irreversibility), to quantitatively investigate the oil-in-water… Continue reading Time Irreversibility from Time Series for Analyzing Oil-in-Water Flow Transition

Synthetic Marijuana Induced Acute Nonischemic Left Ventricular Dysfunction

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
Synthetic marijuana is an uptrending designer drug currently widely spread in the US. We report a case of acute deterioration of nonischemic left ventricular dysfunction after exposure to synthetic marijuana. This case illustrates the importance of history taking in cardiac patients and identifies a negative cardiovascular effect of synthetic marijuana known as K2, not yet… Continue reading Synthetic Marijuana Induced Acute Nonischemic Left Ventricular Dysfunction

Development of Evaluation System for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Skill Training Using IT Support

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 23 δευτερόλεπτα
Development of Evaluation System for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Skill Training Using IT Support Nobuyuki Matsuura*,**,Tatsuya Ichinohe*,**, Eiji Kawada** and Yuzuru Kaneko* 37(2):183–186. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation using a simulator has been reported to be an effective method for educational and training purposes. However, despite its effectiveness, education using CPR simulation systems were lacking objectivity and reproducibility, so repetitive training was necessary in order to achieve and maintain basic skills. Therefore, we developed a new system, which enabled acquiring an... περισσότερα »

Pre-Anesthetic Evaluation of a Cardiac Patient Who Underwent Oral Surgery

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 24 δευτερόλεπτα
: A Case Report Aya Akao, Hiroko Fujino, Seiko Kitahara, Atsuya Yoshida, Keiji Kubo,Yoshimi Ikemoto* and Ai Nakamura** 37(2):176–182. We report the pre-anesthetic evaluation and general anesthetic management of a patient who underwent oral surgery prior to an aortic arch replacement for thoracic aortic aneurysm, although the latter had been planned. In general, maxillo-facial oral surgeries are avoided in patients with cardiac diseases in poor condition. It is rarely that oral surgery for maxillo-facial region malignant cancer, for example, is given priority over a chest aortic aneu... περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal Intubation Using Airway Scope® with Head of Intlock® Located at the Epiglottic Vallecula

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
Nasotracheal Intubation Using Airway Scope® with Head of Intlock® Located at the Epiglottic Vallecula Hiroshi Kawahara, Nozomu Harano, Masahito Nunomaki, Shunji Shiba,Teppei Sagou, Mari Okada,Takaki Nakashima, Kouji Watanabe and Osamu Nakanishi 2009;37(2):172–175. The Airway Scope® (AWS) is an auxiliary instrument for oral intubation performed by inserting the Intlock® (ITL, a polycarbonate blade) into the undersurface of the epiglottis. The form of the anterior head of the ITL is similar to that of the anterior Macintosh blade. However, when using AWS, the head of the blade is not lo... περισσότερα »

Effect of Dexmedetomidine Added to Normal Saline or Lidocaine on Regional Blood Flow

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
Anesth Prog. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006-56.4.147 PMCID: PMC2796385 JDSA JOURNAL ABSTRACTS Copyright and License information ► Go to: Kentaro Nogami,Yozo Manabe, Shigeru Iwamoto, Yoshihisa Katoh* and Shogo Taniguchi 37(2):145–150. Dexmedetomidine (DEX) is a highly selective *α*2-adrenergic receptor agonist; its sedative and analgesic effect in clinical settings has been reported. There have been some reports on a transient vasoconstriction upon the administration of DEX to humans. It is known that peripheral vasoconstriction is one of the factors responsible for the prolongation of the ... περισσότερα »

Evaluation of Inter Incisal Mouth Opening for Airway Maintenance in Oral Submucous Fibrosis.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
J Maxillofac Oral Surg. Published online 2012 Feb 25. doi: 10.1007/s12663-012-0337-y PMCID: PMC3428452 Evaluation of Inter Incisal Mouth Opening for Airway Maintenance in Oral Submucous Fibrosis Navin Shah,[image: corresponding author] Jay Shah, and Amit Mahajan Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract Purpose Determination of difficult airway maintenance preoperatively holds a great significance in different intubation techniques and also surgical exploration of airway. No data is ava... περισσότερα »

Σtiff or vertically fused tracheal rings, macroglossia, and tonsillar and adenoid hypertrophy.Alternative Methods for Nasotracheal Intubation and Extubation in a Patient With Apert Syndrome.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
Anesth Prog. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006-62.3.122 PMCID: PMC4581018 Alternative Methods for Nasotracheal Intubation and Extubation in a Patient With Apert Syndrome Masanori Tsukamoto, DDS, PhD and Takeshi Yokoyama, DDS, PhD Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► Go to: Abstract Apert syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by craniofacial abnormalities, craniosynostosis and syndactyly. Nasotracheal intubation for a patient with Apert syndrome can be a challenge because of abnormal facial anatomy. We experienced the anesthetic managemen...περισσότερα »

Reducing Nasopharyngeal Trauma: The Urethral Catheter–Assisted Nasotracheal Intubation Technique.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 25 δευτερόλεπτα
Anesth Prog. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006-58.1.26 PMCID: PMC3262400 Allen Wong, DDS,* Paul Subar, DDS, EdD,† Heidi Witherell, MD,‡ and Konstantin J. Ovodov, MD§ Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract Nasal intubation is an advantageous approach for dental procedures performed in the hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or dental office, when possible. Although many who provide anesthesia services are familiar and comfortable with nasal intubation techniques, some are reluctant and uncomf... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *The Functional Lumen Imaging Probe Detects Esophageal Contractility Not Observed With Manometry in Patients With Achalasia.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1742-51 Authors: Carlson DA, Lin Z, Kahrilas PJ, Sternbach J, Donnan EN, Friesen L, Listernick Z, Mogni B, Pandolfino JE Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: The functional lumen imaging probe (FLIP) could improve the characterization of achalasia subtypes by detecting nonocclusive esophageal contractions not observed with standard manometry. We aimed to evaluate es... περισσότερα »

Enhanced salivary secretion by interferential current stimulation in patients with dry mouth: a pilot study.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Enhanced salivary secretion by interferential current stimulation in patients with dry mouth: a pilot study.* Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2016 Feb 13; Authors: Hasegawa Y, Sugahara K, Sano S, Sakuramoto A, Kishimoto H, Oku Y Abstract OBJECTIVE: This pilot study tested the effects of submandibular and sublingual gland stimulation by interferential current stimulation (IFCS), a noninvasive mode of electrical stimulation. STUDY DESIGN: Three groups were enrolled in this study: 20 young adults, 19 older adults, and 21 patients with dry mouth. Four ele...περισσότερα »

Iron-labeled adipose stem cells and neovascularization in rabbit calvarial critical-sized defects.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Iron-labeled adipose stem cells and neovascularization in rabbit calvarial critical-sized defects.* Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2016 Jan 14; Authors: Lappalainen OP, Haapea M, Serpi R, Lehtonen S, Ylikontiola L, Korpi J, Serlo W, Sándor GK Abstract OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the presence of iron-labeled adipose stem cells at the 2-week time point and vascular changes at the 2-week and 6-week time points using two different types of scaffolds. STUDY DESIGN: This study included 22 White New Zealand adult male rabbits. In six ... περισσότερα »

High-grade transformation of acinic cell carcinoma: an inadequately treated entity?

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *High-grade transformation of acinic cell carcinoma: an inadequately treated entity?* Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2016 Jan 21; Authors: Chintakuntlawar AV, Shon W, Erickson-Johnson M, Bilodeau E, Jenkins SM, Davidson JA, Keeney MG, Rivera M, Price DL, Moore EJ, Olsen KD, Kasperbauer JL, Foote RL, Price KA, García JJ Abstract OBJECTIVE: Acinic cell carcinoma (AcCC) is an uncommon salivary gland malignancy. We aim to characterize the clinical and pathologic characteristics of AcCC with and without high-grade transformation (HGT). Importantly, cases...περισσότερα »

Alternative Methods for Nasotracheal Intubation and Extubation in a Patient With Apert Syndrome.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 31 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--allenpress.com-system-files-image] [image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Fkw4zC] Related Articles *Alternative Methods for Nasotracheal Intubation and Extubation in a Patient With Apert Syndrome.* Anesth Prog. 2015;62(3):122-4 Authors: Tsukamoto M, Yokoyama T Abstract Apert syndrome is a rare autosomal dominant disorder characterized by craniofacial abnormalities, craniosynostosis and syndactyly. Nasotracheal intubation for a patient with Apert syndrome can be a challenge because of abnormal facial anatomy. We experienced the anesthetic management of a patient with Apert ... περισσότερα »

Access to the carotid artery bifurcation: Cadaveric study with application to nasotracheal intubation as a technique to improve access to a high carotid artery bifurcation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 31 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1XLQsFQ] Related Articles *Access to the carotid artery bifurcation: Cadaveric study with application to nasotracheal intubation as a technique to improve access to a high carotid artery bifurcation.* Br J Neurosurg. 2015 Dec;29(6):865-7 Authors: Foreman PM, Harrigan MR, Griessenauer CJ, Loukas M, Tubbs RS Abstract Carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a common and efficacious surgical procedure for the prevention of ischemic stroke due to atherosclerosis of the internal carotid artery (ICA). A high common carotid artery bifurcation can make CEA technically... περισσότερα »

Anesthesia Progress Online Registration Confirmation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAnaesthesiologyΠριν από 32 δευτερόλεπτα
Dear ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΣ: Welcome to Anesthesia Progress Online. Your registration with us is nearly complete. To continue with the registration process you must confirm the email address you entered when registering by clicking on the link below. Doing so will activate your new account. http://www.anesthesiaprogress.org/action/verifyEmail?userId=1658216&email=alsfakia.anaesthesiology%40blogger.com&expiry=1460637826418&signature=7bd5af9f7027bdb55684fc82be6087c9&redirectUri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.anesthesiaprogress.org%2Faction%2FdoSubscribe%3Femail%3Dalsfakia.anaesthesiology%40blogger.com%26actio... περισσότερα »

A comprehensive computational human lung model incorporating inter-acinar dependencies: Application to spontaneous breathing and mechanical ventilation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΒιοΜηχανικήΠριν από 33 δευτερόλεπτα
Summary In this article, we propose a comprehensive computational model of the entire respiratory system which allows simulating patient-specific lungs under different ventilation scenarios and provides a deeper insight into local straining and stressing of pulmonary acini. We include novel 0D inter-acinar linker elements to respect the interplay between neighboring alveoli, an essential feature especially in heterogeneously distended lungs. The model is applicable to healthy and diseased patient-specific lung geometries. Presented computations in this work are based on a patient-... περισσότερα »

Tramadol combined with fentanyl in awake endotracheal intubation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 35 δευτερόλεπτα
J Thorac Dis. doi: 10.3978/j.issn.2072-1439.2013.03.10 PMCID: PMC3698251 Sai-Ying Wang,1,2 Yang Mei,2 Hui Sheng,2 Yang Li,2 Rui Han,2 Cheng-Xuan Quan ,2 Zhong-Hua Hu,2 Wen Ouyang,2Zhao-Qian Liu,1 and Kai-Ming Duan[image: corresponding author]2 Author information ► Article notes ► Copyright and License information ► This article has been cited by other articles in PMC. Go to: Abstract Objective To explore the feasibility and dosage of tramadol combined with fentanyl in awake endotracheal intubation. Methods Using Dixon’s up-and-down sequential design, the study enrolled patients from ea... περισσότερα »

Polymers, Vol. 8, Pages 110: Thermosensitive Behavior and Antibacterial Activity of Cotton Fabric Modified with a Chitosan-poly(N-isopropylacrylamide) Interpenetrating Polymer Network Hydrogel

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
To increase the themosensitive behavior and antibacterial activity of cotton fabric, a series of poly (N-isopropylacrylamide)/chitosan (PNIPAAm/Cs) hydrogels was synthesized by interpenetrating polymer network (IPN) technology using a redox initiator. The IPN PNIPAAm/Cs hydrogel was characterized by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). The results indicated that the IPN PNIPAAm/Cs hydrogel has a lower critical solution temperature (LCST) at 33 °C. The IPN hydrogel was then used to modify cot... περισσότερα »

IJMS, Vol. 17, Pages 438: TOR Pathway-Mediated Juvenile Hormone Synthesis Regulates Nutrient-Dependent Female Reproduction in Nilaparvata lugens (Stål)

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
The "target of rapamycin" (TOR) nutritional signaling pathway and juvenile hormone (JH) regulation of vitellogenesis has been known for a long time. However, the interplay between these two pathways regulating vitellogenin (Vg) expression remains obscure. Here, we first demonstrated the key role of amino acids (AAs) in activation of Vg synthesis and egg development in Nilaparvata lugens using chemically defined artificial diets. AAs induced the expression of TOR and S6K (S6 kinase), whereas RNAi-mediated silencing of these two TOR pathway genes and rapamycin application strongly in... περισσότερα »

Vaccines, Vol. 4, Pages 9: Vaccine Delivery Methods into the Future

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
Several modes of vaccine delivery have been developed in the last 25 years, which induce strong immune responses in pre-clinical models and in human clinical trials. Some modes of delivery include, adjuvants (aluminum hydroxide, Ribi formulation, QS21), liposomes, nanoparticles, virus like particles, immunostimulatory complexes (ISCOMs), dendrimers, viral vectors, DNA delivery via gene gun, electroporation or Biojector 2000, cell penetrating peptides, dendritic cell receptor targeting, toll-like receptors, chemokine receptors and bacterial toxins. There is an enormous amount of in... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοAudiology by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed ... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοAudiology by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed ... περισσότερα »

Combating Nasal Septum Deviation in Le Fort 1 Orthognathic Surgery Complications, with Submental Intubation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 36 δευτερόλεπτα
J Clin Diagn Res. Published online 2014 Jun 20. doi: 10.7860/JCDR/2014/8735.4497 PMCID: PMC4129313 Abudakir Ibrahim,[image: corresponding author]1 R. Balakrishnan,2 Vijay Ebenezer,3 Ananth Padmanabhan,4 and Vivek Muthlingam5 1 Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sree Balaji Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. 2 Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sree Balaji Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. 3 Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Sree Balaji Dental College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. 4 Senior Le... περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal Intubation Using the Airtraq Versus Macintosh Laryngoscope

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 37 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: Figure 3] Anesth Prog. doi: 10.2344/0003-3006(2008)55[78:NIUTAV]2.0.CO;2 PMCID: PMC2533639 Nasotracheal Intubation Using the Airtraq Versus Macintosh Laryngoscope: A Manikin Study Yoshihiro Hirabayashi, MD and Norimasa Seo, MD Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Jichi Medical University, Tochigi, Japan Address correspondence to Dr Yoshihiro Hirabayashi, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Medicine, Jichi Medical University, 3311-1 Yakushiji, Shimotsuke-shi, Tochigi, 329-0498, Japan, e-mail: pj.ca.ihcij@arihy Author information ▼ Article notes ► Cop... περισσότερα »

Truview PCD-video laryngoscope aided nasotracheal intubation in case series of orofacial malignancy with limited mouth opening.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
J Anaesthesiol Clin Pharmacol. doi: 10.4103/0970-9185.155162 PMCID: PMC4411848 Truview PCD-video laryngoscope aided nasotracheal intubation in case series of orofacial malignancy with limited mouth opening Archita Rajaram Patil,1,2 Kalpana Rajendra Kulkarni,1,2 Rajaram Shankar Patil,1 and Samrat Sukumar Madanaik2 1Department of Anaesthesiology, Kolhapur Cancer Centre, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India 2Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College and Hospital, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India *Address for correspondence:* Dr. Kalpana R Kulkarni, ‘Chaitanya’ 1168, A-5, Takala Square, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, I...περισσότερα »

Conversion of orotracheal to nasotracheal intubation using a fiberoptic bronchoscope in a patient with intraoral hematoma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: Fig. 1] Korean J Anesthesiol. doi: 10.4097/kjae.2013.64.4.384 PMCID: PMC3640177 Conversion of orotracheal to nasotracheal intubation using a fiberoptic bronchoscope in a patient with intraoral hematoma Hye Jin Lee, Sang Beom Nam, Dong Woo Han, and Chul Ho Changcorresponding author Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Anesthesia and Pain Research Institute, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. corresponding authorCorresponding author. Corresponding author: Chul Ho Chang, M.D., Ph.D., Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, and Anesthesia ...περισσότερα »

Nasotracheal intubation with airway scope

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
Nasotracheal intubation usingthe Airway Scope and anEndotrol tracheal tubeThe Airway Scope (AWS;Hoya-Pentax, Tokyo, Japan) videolaryngoscope,designed for orotrachealintubation, has been shown to beuseful in patients with a difficultairway [1]. The AWS has been reported as a useful and safe device for nasotracheal intubation [2]. During conventional nasotracheal intubation using the Macintosh laryngoscope, Magill’s forceps are often required to introduce the tracheal tube through the glottis. However, when the AWS is used for nasotracheal intubation, the AWS blade may obstruct Magil...περισσότερα »

Supraglottic jet oxygenation and ventilation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
Supraglottic jet oxygenation and ventilation during colonoscopy under monitored anesthesia care: a controlled randomized clinical trial: *OBJECTIVE:* Supraglottic jet oxygenation and ventilation may provide active pulse oxygenation and ventilation in patients with respiratory suppression. This randomized controlled clinical study was designed to determine the efficacy and safety of supraglottic jet oxygenation/ventilation during monitored anesthesia care (MAC) by intravenous (IV) infusion of propofol in patients undergoing colonoscopy. *PATIENTS AND METHODS:* Forty-nine adult patie... περισσότερα »

Dexmedetomidine Dose Dependently Enhances the Local Anesthetic Action of Lidocaine in Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block: A Randomized Double-Blind Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
Dexmedetomidine Dose Dependently Enhances the Local Anesthetic Action of Lidocaine in Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block: A Randomized Double-Blind Study.: Background and Objectives: Dexmedetomidine (DEX) dose dependently enhances the local anesthetic action of lidocaine in rats. We hypothesized that the effect might also be dose dependent in humans. We evaluated the effect of various concentrations of DEX with a local anesthetic in humans. Methods: Eighteen healthy volunteers were randomly assigned by a computer to receive 1.8 mL of 1 of 4 drug combinations: (1) 1% lidocaine with 2.5 pp... περισσότερα »

Intravenous and Perineural Dexamethasone for Ultrasound-Guided Infraclavicular Block.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
A Multicenter Randomized Comparison Between Intravenous and Perineural Dexamethasone for Ultrasound-Guided Infraclavicular Block.: Background and Objectives: This multicenter, randomized trial compared intravenous (IV) and perineural (PN) dexamethasone for ultrasound (US)-guided infraclavicular brachial plexus block. Our research hypothesis was both modalities would result in similar durations of motor block. Methods: One hundred fifty patients undergoing upper limb surgery with US-guided infraclavicular block were randomly allocated to receive IV or PN dexamethasone (5 mg). The loc... περισσότερα »

Effect of omalizumab on angioedema in H1-antihistamine resistant chronic spontaneous urticaria patients: results from X-ACT, a randomised controlled trial

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
Effect of omalizumab on angioedema in H1-antihistamine resistant chronic spontaneous urticaria patients: results from X-ACT, a randomised controlled trial: [image: cover.gif?v=1&s=eca9898eab49b7d92da2055c] Abstract Background Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) severely impacts quality of life (QoL), especially in patients with wheals and angioedema. Omalizumab is approved as add-on therapy for CSU patients; however, its effect on patients who are double-positive for wheals and angioedema has not been systematically studied. Objective The primary objective was to evaluate the ef... περισσότερα »

Enhanced local and systemic anti-melanoma CD8+ T cell responses after memory T cell-based adoptive immunotherapy in mice

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 39 δευτερόλεπτα
Enhanced local and systemic anti-melanoma CD8+ T cell responses after memory T cell-based adoptive immunotherapy in mice: AbstractAdoptive cell transfer (ACT) melanoma immunotherapy typically employs acutely activated effector CD8+ T cells for their ability to rapidly recognize and clear antigen. We have previously observed that effector CD8+ T cells are highly susceptible to melanoma-induced suppression, whereas memory CD8+ T cells are not. Although memory T cells have been presumed to be potentially advantageous for ACT, the kinetics of local and systemic T cell responses after e...περισσότερα »

Glycerin and allergens at variable subcutaneous injection volumes

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Math-free guides for via ScienceDirect Publication: Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Publication date: Available online 24 March 2016 *Source:*Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Thomas J. Grier, Lorie M. Converse, Donna J. Rekkerth, Kevin E. Renahan BackgroundCurrent summaries of effective maintenance dose ranges for subcutaneous immunotherapy (SCIT) are based on administration of 0.5-mL volumes. Extract formulations delivering equivalent dose ranges for practices using different injection volumes have not been reported, and calculation of the final glycerin conce... περισσότερα »

Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.

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Related Articles *Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.* Cancer Treat Rev. 2016 Mar 8;45:129-138 Authors: Hamilton E, Infante JR Abstract The cyclin D-cyclin dependent kinase (CDK) 4/6-inhibitor of CDK4 (INK4)-retinoblastoma (Rb) pathway controls cell cycle progression by regulating the G1-S checkpoint. Dysregulation of the cyclin D-CDK4/6-INK4-Rb pathway results in increased proliferation, and is frequently observed in many types of cancer. Pathway activation can occur through a variety of mechanisms, including gene amplification or rearrangement, loss of negative regulator... περισσότερα »

Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.

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Related Articles *Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.* Eur J Cancer. 2016 Mar 24;59:99-108 Authors: Lheureux S, Oza AM Abstract Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common gynaecological malignancy in developed countries and its incidence is increasing related to obesity. EC is divided into histologic subtypes, most frequently endometrioid adenocarcinoma. Options for treatment of advanced or persistent disease remain limited, and survival has not changed in the last decade. No targeted therapy beyond hormonal therapy is ap...περισσότερα »

Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 42 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:46-53 Authors: Arraras JI, Manterola A, Asin G, Illarramendi JJ, Cruz S, Ibañez B, Delfrade J, Salgado E, Zarandona U, Cambra K, Vera R, Dominguez MA Abstract PURPOSE: There is a debate on the role of adjuvant Radiotherapy (RT) in elderly breast cancer patients. The aim is to study Quality of Life (QL) throughout the treatment and follow-up periods in early stages breast cancer patients who have started radiotherapy, and to compar... περισσότερα »

Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.

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Related Articles *Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:18-24 Authors: Abreu MH, Afonso N, Abreu PH, Menezes F, Lopes P, Henrique R, Pereira D, Lopes C Abstract PURPOSE: Male Breast Cancer (MBC) remains a poor understood disease. Prognostic factors are not well established and specific prognostic subgroups are warranted. PATIENTS/METHODS: Retrospectively revision of 111 cases treated in the same Cancer Center. Blinded-central pathological revision with immunohistochemical (IHQ) analysis for estrogen (ER), progesterone (PR) and androgen...περισσότερα »

Effects of prolonged alcohol exposure on somatotrophs and corticotrophs in adult rats: Stereological and hormonal study.

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Related Articles *Effects of prolonged alcohol exposure on somatotrophs and corticotrophs in adult rats: Stereological and hormonal study.* Acta Histochem. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Trifunović S, Manojlović-Stojanoski M, Ristić N, Jurijević BŠ, Balind SR, Brajković G, Perčinić-Popovska F, Milošević V Abstract Exposure to alcohol alters many physiological processes, including endocrine status. The present study examined whether prolonged alcohol (A) exposure could modulate selected stereological and hormonal aspects of pituitary somatotrophs (growth hormone-GH cells) and corticotrophs...περισσότερα »

Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαΠριν από 43 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.* Cancer Treat Rev. 2016 Mar 8;45:129-138 Authors: Hamilton E, Infante JR Abstract The cyclin D-cyclin dependent kinase (CDK) 4/6-inhibitor of CDK4 (INK4)-retinoblastoma (Rb) pathway controls cell cycle progression by regulating the G1-S checkpoint. Dysregulation of the cyclin D-CDK4/6-INK4-Rb pathway results in increased proliferation, and is frequently observed in many types of cancer. Pathway activation can occur through a variety of mechanisms, including gene amplification or rearrangement, loss of negative regulator... περισσότερα »

Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΟγκολογίαΠριν από 43 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.* Cancer Treat Rev. 2016 Mar 8;45:129-138 Authors: Hamilton E, Infante JR Abstract The cyclin D-cyclin dependent kinase (CDK) 4/6-inhibitor of CDK4 (INK4)-retinoblastoma (Rb) pathway controls cell cycle progression by regulating the G1-S checkpoint. Dysregulation of the cyclin D-CDK4/6-INK4-Rb pathway results in increased proliferation, and is frequently observed in many types of cancer. Pathway activation can occur through a variety of mechanisms, including gene amplification or rearrangement, loss of negative regulator... περισσότερα »

Quercitrin treatment protects endothelial progenitor cells from oxidative damage via inducing autophagy through extracellular signal-regulated kinase.

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Related Articles *Quercitrin treatment protects endothelial progenitor cells from oxidative damage via inducing autophagy through extracellular signal-regulated kinase.* Angiogenesis. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Zhi K, Li M, Bai J, Wu Y, Zhou S, Zhang X, Qu L Abstract Atherosclerosis is a disease resulting from impaired endothelial function, often caused by oxidant injury or inflammation. Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) play a critical role in repairing damaged endothelium and protecting against atherosclerosis. Quercitrin, a plant-derived flavonoid compound, displays antioxidant ... περισσότερα »

Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 47 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Targeting CDK4/6 in patients with cancer.* Cancer Treat Rev. 2016 Mar 8;45:129-138 Authors: Hamilton E, Infante JR Abstract The cyclin D-cyclin dependent kinase (CDK) 4/6-inhibitor of CDK4 (INK4)-retinoblastoma (Rb) pathway controls cell cycle progression by regulating the G1-S checkpoint. Dysregulation of the cyclin D-CDK4/6-INK4-Rb pathway results in increased proliferation, and is frequently observed in many types of cancer. Pathway activation can occur through a variety of mechanisms, including gene amplification or rearrangement, loss of negative regulator... περισσότερα »

Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 47 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.* Eur J Cancer. 2016 Mar 24;59:99-108 Authors: Lheureux S, Oza AM Abstract Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common gynaecological malignancy in developed countries and its incidence is increasing related to obesity. EC is divided into histologic subtypes, most frequently endometrioid adenocarcinoma. Options for treatment of advanced or persistent disease remain limited, and survival has not changed in the last decade. No targeted therapy beyond hormonal therapy is ap...περισσότερα »

Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 47 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:46-53 Authors: Arraras JI, Manterola A, Asin G, Illarramendi JJ, Cruz S, Ibañez B, Delfrade J, Salgado E, Zarandona U, Cambra K, Vera R, Dominguez MA Abstract PURPOSE: There is a debate on the role of adjuvant Radiotherapy (RT) in elderly breast cancer patients. The aim is to study Quality of Life (QL) throughout the treatment and follow-up periods in early stages breast cancer patients who have started radiotherapy, and to compar... περισσότερα »

Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 47 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:18-24 Authors: Abreu MH, Afonso N, Abreu PH, Menezes F, Lopes P, Henrique R, Pereira D, Lopes C Abstract PURPOSE: Male Breast Cancer (MBC) remains a poor understood disease. Prognostic factors are not well established and specific prognostic subgroups are warranted. PATIENTS/METHODS: Retrospectively revision of 111 cases treated in the same Cancer Center. Blinded-central pathological revision with immunohistochemical (IHQ) analysis for estrogen (ER), progesterone (PR) and androgen...περισσότερα »

Effects of prolonged alcohol exposure on somatotrophs and corticotrophs in adult rats: Stereological and hormonal study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 47 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Effects of prolonged alcohol exposure on somatotrophs and corticotrophs in adult rats: Stereological and hormonal study.* Acta Histochem. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Trifunović S, Manojlović-Stojanoski M, Ristić N, Jurijević BŠ, Balind SR, Brajković G, Perčinić-Popovska F, Milošević V Abstract Exposure to alcohol alters many physiological processes, including endocrine status. The present study examined whether prolonged alcohol (A) exposure could modulate selected stereological and hormonal aspects of pituitary somatotrophs (growth hormone-GH cells) and corticotrophs...περισσότερα »

Quercitrin treatment protects endothelial progenitor cells from oxidative damage via inducing autophagy through extracellular signal-regulated kinase.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Quercitrin treatment protects endothelial progenitor cells from oxidative damage via inducing autophagy through extracellular signal-regulated kinase.* Angiogenesis. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Zhi K, Li M, Bai J, Wu Y, Zhou S, Zhang X, Qu L Abstract Atherosclerosis is a disease resulting from impaired endothelial function, often caused by oxidant injury or inflammation. Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) play a critical role in repairing damaged endothelium and protecting against atherosclerosis. Quercitrin, a plant-derived flavonoid compound, displays antioxidant ... περισσότερα »

High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.* Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Greenlee H, Sardo Molmenti CL, Falci L, Ulmer R, Deming-Halverson S, DeRoo LA, Sandler DP Abstract Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is high among U.S. women, yet information is limited on use among women at increased breast cancer risk. We analyzed CAM use among women with a family history of breast cancer. CAM use was analyzed among women enrolled 2003-2009 i... περισσότερα »

Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Endometrial cancer-targeted therapies myth or reality? Review of current targeted treatments.* Eur J Cancer. 2016 Mar 24;59:99-108 Authors: Lheureux S, Oza AM Abstract Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common gynaecological malignancy in developed countries and its incidence is increasing related to obesity. EC is divided into histologic subtypes, most frequently endometrioid adenocarcinoma. Options for treatment of advanced or persistent disease remain limited, and survival has not changed in the last decade. No targeted therapy beyond hormonal therapy is ap...περισσότερα »

Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Quality of life in elderly patients with localized breast cancer treated with radiotherapy. A prospective study.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:46-53 Authors: Arraras JI, Manterola A, Asin G, Illarramendi JJ, Cruz S, Ibañez B, Delfrade J, Salgado E, Zarandona U, Cambra K, Vera R, Dominguez MA Abstract PURPOSE: There is a debate on the role of adjuvant Radiotherapy (RT) in elderly breast cancer patients. The aim is to study Quality of Life (QL) throughout the treatment and follow-up periods in early stages breast cancer patients who have started radiotherapy, and to compar... περισσότερα »

Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *Male breast cancer: Looking for better prognostic subgroups.* Breast. 2016 Apr;26:18-24 Authors: Abreu MH, Afonso N, Abreu PH, Menezes F, Lopes P, Henrique R, Pereira D, Lopes C Abstract PURPOSE: Male Breast Cancer (MBC) remains a poor understood disease. Prognostic factors are not well established and specific prognostic subgroups are warranted. PATIENTS/METHODS: Retrospectively revision of 111 cases treated in the same Cancer Center. Blinded-central pathological revision with immunohistochemical (IHQ) analysis for estrogen (ER), progesterone (PR) and androgen...περισσότερα »

Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE).Eosinophil Quantitated Urine Kinetic

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 50 δευτερόλεπτα
Eosinophil Quantitated Urine Kinetic via ScienceDirect Publication: Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Publication date: Available online 24 March 2016 *Source:*Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Author(s): Kenji M. Cunnion, Lauren K. Willis, Heather B. Minto, Tanya C. Burch, Alice L. Werner, Tushar A. Shah, Neel K. Krishna, Julius O. Nyalwidhe, Kelly M. Maples BackgroundEosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic disease that requires long-term medical management and monitoring. The eosinophil count determined during esophageal biopsy remains the gold standard for diagnosis an... περισσότερα »

Diesel exhaust and allergen on airway surfactant protein D, myeloperoxidase, and club (Clara) cell secretory protein 16

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Effect of controlled human exposure to diesel exhaust and allergen on airway surfactant protein D, myeloperoxidase, and club (Clara) cell secretory protein 16: Abstract Background Air pollution is a major cause of global morbidity and mortality. Air pollution and aeroallergens aggravate respiratory illness, but the variable effects of air pollutants and allergens in the lung are poorly understood. Objective To determine the effects of diesel exhaust (DE) and bronchial allergen challenge as single and dual exposures on aspects of innate immunity in the airway as reflected by surfacta... περισσότερα »

Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

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Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis: Abstract Background There is evidence that altered blood coagulation and fibrinolysis are involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. Increased thromboembolic risk has been reported in asthmatics. Objective To investigate whether enhanced thrombin generation and impaired fibrinolysis occur in asthmatics. Methods Plasma thrombin generation profile together with a computational assessment of thrombin dynamics and fibrinolytic capacity expressed as clot lysis time (CLT) were determined in 164 consecutive patie...περισσότερα »

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Abstract Background Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) act as co-factors worsening the allergic reactions induced by food allergens. Aim To evaluate the effect of both lysine acetylsalicylate (L-ASA) (non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor) and valdecoxib (selective COX-2 inhibitor) in basophils activated by peach Lipid Transfer Protein (Pru p 3) in patients with food-dependent NS... περισσότερα »

Effect of Reaction Temperature on Carbon Yield and Morphology of CNTs on Copper Loaded Nickel Nanoparticles

This investigation was attempted to introduce carbon nanotubes (CNTs) onto surface of copper powders in order to improve heat transfer performance of copper matrix for engineering application of electrical packaging materials. The Ni/MgO catalyst was formed on the copper powders surface by means of codeposition method. CVD technique was executed to fabricate uniform CNTs on […]

Review on the Eyedrop Self-Instillation Techniques and Factors Affecting These Techniques in Glaucoma Patients

Objective. This study aims to evaluate eyedrop self-installation techniques and factors affecting these techniques in glaucoma patients. Methods. Researchers directly observed eyedrop instillation procedures of 66 glaucoma patients. Contact with periocular tissues and instillation onto ocular surface or conjunctival fornices were considered. Correlations of instillation patterns with patient characteristics including age, gender, intraocular pressure, cup-to-disc […]

Metforminium Decavanadate as a Potential Metallopharmaceutical Drug for the Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus

New potential drugs based on vanadium are being developed as possible treatments for diabetes mellitus (DM) and its complications. In this regard, our working group developed metforminium decavanadate (MetfDeca), a compound with hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic properties. MetfDeca was evaluated in models of type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus, on male Wistar rats. Alloxan-induction was […]

Two tagSNPs rs352493 and rs3760908 within SIRT6 Gene Are Associated with the Severity of Coronary Artery Disease in a Chinese Han Population

SIRT6 has been demonstrated to exert protective effects on endothelial cells and is closely associated with lipid metabolism, glucose metabolism, and obesity, indicating an important role in the pathogenesis and progression of coronary artery disease (CAD). Nonetheless, the biological significance of SIRT6 variants on CAD is far to be elucidated. Here we aimed to investigate […]

Case Study: LCA Methodology Applied to Materials Management in a Brazilian Residential Construction Site

The construction industry is increasingly concerned with improving the social, economic, and environmental indicators of sustainability. More than ever, the growing demand for construction materials reflects increased consumption of raw materials and energy, particularly during the phases of extraction, processing, and transportation of materials. This work aims to help decision-makers and to promote life cycle […]

Time Irreversibility from Time Series for Analyzing Oil-in-Water Flow Transition

We first experimentally collect conductance fluctuation signals of oil-in-water two-phase flow in a vertical pipe. Then we detect the flow pattern asymmetry character from the collected signals with multidimensional time irreversibility and multiscale time irreversibility index. Moreover, we propose a novel criterion, that is, AMSI (average of multiscale time irreversibility), to quantitatively investigate the oil-in-water […]

Synthetic Marijuana Induced Acute Nonischemic Left Ventricular Dysfunction

Synthetic marijuana is an uptrending designer drug currently widely spread in the US. We report a case of acute deterioration of nonischemic left ventricular dysfunction after exposure to synthetic marijuana. This case illustrates the importance of history taking in cardiac patients and identifies a negative cardiovascular effect of synthetic marijuana known as K2, not yet […]

Science, Sex and Society – why maternal mortality is still a global health issue

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Postoperative sore throat: a systematic review

Summary Postoperative sore throat has a reported incidence of up to 62% following general anaesthesia. In adults undergoing tracheal intubation, female sex, younger age, pre-existing lung disease, prolonged duration of anaesthesia and the presence of a blood-stained tracheal tube on extubation are associated with the greatest risk. Tracheal intubation without neuromuscular blockade, use of double-lumen […]

Controversies in the peripartum management of diabetes

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IJMS, Vol. 17, Pages 438: TOR Pathway-Mediated Juvenile Hormone Synthesis Regulates Nutrient-Dependent Female Reprod uction in Nilaparvata lugens (Stål)

The “target of rapamycin” (TOR) nutritional signaling pathway and juvenile hormone (JH) regulation of vitellogenesis has been known for a long time. However, the interplay between these two pathways regulating vitellogenin (Vg) expression remains obscure. Here, we first demonstrated the key role of amino acids (AAs) in activation of Vg synthesis and egg development in […]

Frekkhet fører til feil

24 behandlingsteam trodde de deltok i simuleringstrening – det de ikke visste var at de også deltok i en studie om betydningen av frekkhet. from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1Rwg3Om via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 & 00306932607174

Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.

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Related Articles *Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.* Am J Case Rep. 2016;17:196-202 Authors: Tebala GD, Jwad A, Khan AQ, Long E, Sissons G Abstract BACKGROUND Fatty infiltration of the liver usually has a diffuse pattern, but in very rare cases it presents as multiple focal lesions of the liver, mimicking metastases. A correct diagnosis is crucial to address prognosis and eventual treatment. CASE REPORT We present the case of a completely fit and asymptomatic patient referred for multiple bilateral liver metasta... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

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Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed... περισσότερα »

Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.* Lipids. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Zhang Y, Si Y, Zhai L, Guo S, Zhao J, Sang H, Pang X, Zhang X, Chen A, Qin S Abstract Previously, we found that Celastrus orbiculatus Thunb. (COT) decreases athero-susceptibility in lipoproteins and the aorta of guinea pigs fed a high-fat diet, and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL). In the present study, we investigated the effect of COT in reducing lipid accumulation and promoting reverse cholesterol t... περισσότερα »

Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.

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Related Articles *Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.* Atherosclerosis. 2016 Mar 9;248:149-159 Authors: Zhang M, Li L, Xie W, Wu JF, Yao F, Tan YL, Xia XD, Liu XY, Liu D, Lan G, Zeng MY, Gong D, Cheng HP, Huang C, Zhao ZW, Zheng XL, Tang CK Abstract RATIONALE: Previous studies have shown that apolipoprotein-1 (apoA-1) binding protein (AIBP) is highly associated with the regulation of apoA-1 metabolism, suggesting its role in the treatment of atherosclerosis.... περισσότερα »

Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.

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Related Articles *Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.* Int J Food Microbiol. 2016 Mar 15;226:33-41 Authors: Müller-Herbst S, Wüstner S, Kabisch J, Pichner R, Scherer S Abstract Sodium nitrite (NaNO2) is added as a preservative during raw meat processing such as raw sausage production to inhibit growth of pathogenic bacteria. In the present study it was shown in challenge assays that the addition of sodium nitrite indeed inhibited growth and survival of Listeria monocytogenes in short-ripened sprea... περισσότερα »

Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.

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Related Articles *Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.* Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Yu J, Feng Z, Tan L, Pu L, Kong L Abstract BACKGROUND: IL-11 is a multifunctional cytokine that belongs to the IL-6 family. Previous studies have demonstrated that IL-11 has underlying anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties. In this study, we evaluated the potential effects of IL-11 on mouse liver WI/Rp injury. METHODS: For in vivo experiments, mice were randomly divided into four main experimental groups (n=5 each): ... περισσότερα »

Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.

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Related Articles *Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.* Vet Microbiol. 2016 Apr 15;186:28-36 Authors: Suleman M, Prysliak T, Clarke K, Burrage P, Windeyer C, Perez-Casal J Abstract In the last few years, several outbreaks of pneumonia, systemically disseminated infection, and high mortality associated with Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) in North American bison (Bison bison) have been reported in Alberta, Manitoba, Sa...περισσότερα »

Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.

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[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1II1iHB] [image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Fkw4zC] Related Articles *Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.* PLoS One. 2014;9(11):e112649 Authors: Feehily C, Finnerty A, Casey PG, Hill C, Gahan CG, O'Byrne CP, Karatzas KA Abstract The glutamate decarboxylase (GAD) system has been shown to be important for the survival of Listeria monocytogenes in low pH environments. The bacterium can use this faculty to maintain pH homeos... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

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Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.

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Related Articles *A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Deng YF, Lei BX, Zheng MG, Zheng YQ, Chen WL, Lan YQ Abstract Cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors involving the anterior and middle skull base are among the most challenging to treat surgically, with high rates of incomplete resection and surgical complications. Currently, there is no recognized classification of tumors with regard to the choice of surgical ... περισσότερα »

High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.

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Related Articles *High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.* Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Greenlee H, Sardo Molmenti CL, Falci L, Ulmer R, Deming-Halverson S, DeRoo LA, Sandler DP Abstract Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is high among U.S. women, yet information is limited on use among women at increased breast cancer risk. We analyzed CAM use among women with a family history of breast cancer. CAM use was analyzed among women enrolled 2003-2009 i... περισσότερα »

[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]

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Related Articles *[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Gonçalves A PMID: 27017058 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1XXP6XH via IFTTT

[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Wilkowsky C, Lenain A, Benbekhaled K, Le Gall MJ, Vignot S Abstract The high cost of several drugs or medical devices involves specific reimbursement procedures in French hospitals. Specific prescription rules have been developed and a regular survey by regional health authorities is performed. These particular funding procedures allow patients to access to innovative drugs. Some questions have recently been raised in France ... περισσότερα »

De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:28-31 Authors: Matsumoto H, Yoshida Y Abstract INTRODUCTION: Gliomas of the cerebellum are rare in adults, and their natural history and clinical behavior are not well known. Because cerebellar glioma is not usually diagnosed until clinical symptoms have appeared, no reports have described the developmental process of new cerebellar gliomas. We describe a case of de novo cerebellar anaplastic astrocytoma in which the developmental process was detected on magnetic resonance ...περισσότερα »

Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 10;22:23-27 Authors: Akhtar S, Azeem A, Jiwani A, Javed G Abstract INTRODUCTION: There are variations in the anatomy of the vertebrobasilar system amongst which the Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery-Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery (AICA-PICA) variant is thought to have a prevalence of 20-24% (based on retrospective studies). Despite this, aneurysms of the AICA-PICA variant are rare. We prese... περισσότερα »

Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:19-22 Authors: Abu-Zidan FM, Idris K, Khalifa M Abstract INTRODUCTION: The physiological reserve of extreme elderly patients is very limited and has major impact on clinical decisions on their management. Hereby we report a 90-year-old man who presented with a strangulated epigastric hernia and who developed postoperative intra-abdominal bleeding, and highlight the value of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in cr... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1872-1883.e9 Authors: Arora S, Yan H, Cho I, Fan HY, Luo B, Gai X, Bodian DL, Vockley JG, Zhou Y, Handorf EA, Egleston BL, Andrake MD, Nicolas E, Serebriiskii IG, Yen TJ, Hall MJ, Golemis EA, Enders GH Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: DNA structural lesions are prevalent in sporadic colorectal cancer. Therefore, we proposed that gene variants that ... περισσότερα »

A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):298-9 Authors: Altun R, Sozener U, Ersoz S PMID: 26086838 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/22TDk3V via IFTTT

Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):290-4 Authors: Chen Y, Sreenivasan GM, Shojania K, Yoshida EM Abstract Cryofibrinogenemia is a rare disorder in which plasma, not serum, forms a cryoprecipitate. Patients with cryofibrinogenemia may be asymptomatic, or they may have painful ulcers, purpura, livedo reticularis, Raynaud phenomenon, perniosis of the extremities, thrombosis, and arthralgia. ... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPubMed ORL Articles by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.* Rhinology. 2016 Mar 27; Authors: Tatar A, Yayla M, Kose D, Halici Z, Yoruk O, Polat E Abstract OBJECTIVE: Desloratadine is a biologically active metabolite of loratadine which is indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Bosentan is a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used to treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH). In this study, we aimed to determine the role of endothelins in allergic rhinitis (AR) and the effects of... περισσότερα »

Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.* Am J Case Rep. 2016;17:196-202 Authors: Tebala GD, Jwad A, Khan AQ, Long E, Sissons G Abstract BACKGROUND Fatty infiltration of the liver usually has a diffuse pattern, but in very rare cases it presents as multiple focal lesions of the liver, mimicking metastases. A correct diagnosis is crucial to address prognosis and eventual treatment. CASE REPORT We present the case of a completely fit and asymptomatic patient referred for multiple bilateral liver metasta... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed... περισσότερα »

Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.* Lipids. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Zhang Y, Si Y, Zhai L, Guo S, Zhao J, Sang H, Pang X, Zhang X, Chen A, Qin S Abstract Previously, we found that Celastrus orbiculatus Thunb. (COT) decreases athero-susceptibility in lipoproteins and the aorta of guinea pigs fed a high-fat diet, and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL). In the present study, we investigated the effect of COT in reducing lipid accumulation and promoting reverse cholesterol t... περισσότερα »

Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.* Atherosclerosis. 2016 Mar 9;248:149-159 Authors: Zhang M, Li L, Xie W, Wu JF, Yao F, Tan YL, Xia XD, Liu XY, Liu D, Lan G, Zeng MY, Gong D, Cheng HP, Huang C, Zhao ZW, Zheng XL, Tang CK Abstract RATIONALE: Previous studies have shown that apolipoprotein-1 (apoA-1) binding protein (AIBP) is highly associated with the regulation of apoA-1 metabolism, suggesting its role in the treatment of atherosclerosis.... περισσότερα »

Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.* Int J Food Microbiol. 2016 Mar 15;226:33-41 Authors: Müller-Herbst S, Wüstner S, Kabisch J, Pichner R, Scherer S Abstract Sodium nitrite (NaNO2) is added as a preservative during raw meat processing such as raw sausage production to inhibit growth of pathogenic bacteria. In the present study it was shown in challenge assays that the addition of sodium nitrite indeed inhibited growth and survival of Listeria monocytogenes in short-ripened sprea... περισσότερα »

Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.* Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Yu J, Feng Z, Tan L, Pu L, Kong L Abstract BACKGROUND: IL-11 is a multifunctional cytokine that belongs to the IL-6 family. Previous studies have demonstrated that IL-11 has underlying anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties. In this study, we evaluated the potential effects of IL-11 on mouse liver WI/Rp injury. METHODS: For in vivo experiments, mice were randomly divided into four main experimental groups (n=5 each): ... περισσότερα »

Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.* Vet Microbiol. 2016 Apr 15;186:28-36 Authors: Suleman M, Prysliak T, Clarke K, Burrage P, Windeyer C, Perez-Casal J Abstract In the last few years, several outbreaks of pneumonia, systemically disseminated infection, and high mortality associated with Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) in North American bison (Bison bison) have been reported in Alberta, Manitoba, Sa...περισσότερα »

Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1II1iHB] [image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Fkw4zC] Related Articles *Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.* PLoS One. 2014;9(11):e112649 Authors: Feehily C, Finnerty A, Casey PG, Hill C, Gahan CG, O'Byrne CP, Karatzas KA Abstract The glutamate decarboxylase (GAD) system has been shown to be important for the survival of Listeria monocytogenes in low pH environments. The bacterium can use this faculty to maintain pH homeos... περισσότερα »

Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Multifocal Nodular Fatty Infiltration of the Liver: A Case Report of a Challenging Diagnostic Problem.* Am J Case Rep. 2016;17:196-202 Authors: Tebala GD, Jwad A, Khan AQ, Long E, Sissons G Abstract BACKGROUND Fatty infiltration of the liver usually has a diffuse pattern, but in very rare cases it presents as multiple focal lesions of the liver, mimicking metastases. A correct diagnosis is crucial to address prognosis and eventual treatment. CASE REPORT We present the case of a completely fit and asymptomatic patient referred for multiple bilateral liver metasta... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed... περισσότερα »

Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Celastrus Orbiculatus Thunb. Reduces Lipid Accumulation by Promoting Reverse Cholesterol Transport in Hyperlipidemic Mice.* Lipids. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Zhang Y, Si Y, Zhai L, Guo S, Zhao J, Sang H, Pang X, Zhang X, Chen A, Qin S Abstract Previously, we found that Celastrus orbiculatus Thunb. (COT) decreases athero-susceptibility in lipoproteins and the aorta of guinea pigs fed a high-fat diet, and increases high-density lipoprotein (HDL). In the present study, we investigated the effect of COT in reducing lipid accumulation and promoting reverse cholesterol t... περισσότερα »

Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Apolipoprotein A-1 binding protein promotes macrophage cholesterol efflux by facilitating apolipoprotein A-1 binding to ABCA1 and preventing ABCA1 degradation.* Atherosclerosis. 2016 Mar 9;248:149-159 Authors: Zhang M, Li L, Xie W, Wu JF, Yao F, Tan YL, Xia XD, Liu XY, Liu D, Lan G, Zeng MY, Gong D, Cheng HP, Huang C, Zhao ZW, Zheng XL, Tang CK Abstract RATIONALE: Previous studies have shown that apolipoprotein-1 (apoA-1) binding protein (AIBP) is highly associated with the regulation of apoA-1 metabolism, suggesting its role in the treatment of atherosclerosis.... περισσότερα »

Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Acidified nitrite inhibits proliferation of Listeria monocytogenes - Transcriptional analysis of a preservation method.* Int J Food Microbiol. 2016 Mar 15;226:33-41 Authors: Müller-Herbst S, Wüstner S, Kabisch J, Pichner R, Scherer S Abstract Sodium nitrite (NaNO2) is added as a preservative during raw meat processing such as raw sausage production to inhibit growth of pathogenic bacteria. In the present study it was shown in challenge assays that the addition of sodium nitrite indeed inhibited growth and survival of Listeria monocytogenes in short-ripened sprea... περισσότερα »

Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Interleukin-11 protects mouse liver from warm ischemia/reperfusion (WI/Rp) injury.* Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Yu J, Feng Z, Tan L, Pu L, Kong L Abstract BACKGROUND: IL-11 is a multifunctional cytokine that belongs to the IL-6 family. Previous studies have demonstrated that IL-11 has underlying anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties. In this study, we evaluated the potential effects of IL-11 on mouse liver WI/Rp injury. METHODS: For in vivo experiments, mice were randomly divided into four main experimental groups (n=5 each): ... περισσότερα »

Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Mycoplasma bovis isolates recovered from cattle and bison (Bison bison) show differential in vitro effects on PBMC proliferation, alveolar macrophage apoptosis and invasion of epithelial and immune cells.* Vet Microbiol. 2016 Apr 15;186:28-36 Authors: Suleman M, Prysliak T, Clarke K, Burrage P, Windeyer C, Perez-Casal J Abstract In the last few years, several outbreaks of pneumonia, systemically disseminated infection, and high mortality associated with Mycoplasma bovis (M. bovis) in North American bison (Bison bison) have been reported in Alberta, Manitoba, Sa...περισσότερα »

Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1II1iHB] [image: http:--http://ift.tt/1Fkw4zC] Related Articles *Divergent evolution of the activity and regulation of the glutamate decarboxylase systems in Listeria monocytogenes EGD-e and 10403S: roles in virulence and acid tolerance.* PLoS One. 2014;9(11):e112649 Authors: Feehily C, Finnerty A, Casey PG, Hill C, Gahan CG, O'Byrne CP, Karatzas KA Abstract The glutamate decarboxylase (GAD) system has been shown to be important for the survival of Listeria monocytogenes in low pH environments. The bacterium can use this faculty to maintain pH homeos... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Deng YF, Lei BX, Zheng MG, Zheng YQ, Chen WL, Lan YQ Abstract Cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors involving the anterior and middle skull base are among the most challenging to treat surgically, with high rates of incomplete resection and surgical complications. Currently, there is no recognized classification of tumors with regard to the choice of surgical ... περισσότερα »

High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.* Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Greenlee H, Sardo Molmenti CL, Falci L, Ulmer R, Deming-Halverson S, DeRoo LA, Sandler DP Abstract Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is high among U.S. women, yet information is limited on use among women at increased breast cancer risk. We analyzed CAM use among women with a family history of breast cancer. CAM use was analyzed among women enrolled 2003-2009 i... περισσότερα »

Eosinophil Quantitated Urine Kinetic: A novel assay for assessment of eosinophilic esophagitis.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThe OesophagusΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Eosinophil Quantitated Urine Kinetic: A novel assay for assessment of eosinophilic esophagitis.* Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2016 Mar 24; Authors: Cunnion KM, Willis LK, Minto HB, Burch TC, Werner AL, Shah TA, Krishna NK, Nyalwidhe JO, Maples KM Abstract BACKGROUND: Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) is a chronic disease that requires long-term medical management and monitoring. The eosinophil count determined during esophageal biopsy remains the gold standard for diagnosis and monitoring of EoE. Although markers of eosinophil degranulation correlate with symptoms,... περισσότερα »

Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese individuals

Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) have been shown to be useful measures of mechanical pain sensitivity in deep tissues. However, clinical methods for measuring mechanical allodynia or hyperalgesia in teeth have not been reported. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability of PPTs in periodontal ligament of healthy Chinese participants. Twenty healthy young adults participated. Pressure pain thresholds were measured at six teeth and in two directions. The tests included three consecutive trials, in two separate sessions, which were performed on the first day by one examiner.... περισσότερα »

[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Craniofacial fibrous dysplasia].* Rev Med Interne. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Couturier A, Aumaître O, Mom T, Gilain L, André M Abstract Fibrous dysplasia of bone is a benign, uncommon, sporadic, congenital skeletal disorder resulting in deformity. This disease arises from activating somatic mutation in GNAS which encodes the α subunit of the G stimulatory protein associated with proliferation of undifferentiated osteogenic cells resulting in marrow fibrosis, abnormal matrix production, and stimulation of osteoclastic resorption upon overproduction of IL-6 observed... περισσότερα »

Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese indivi duals

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Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) have been shown to be useful measures of mechanical pain sensitivity in deep tissues. However, clinical methods for measuring mechanical allodynia or hyperalgesia in teeth have not been reported. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability of PPTs in periodontal ligament of healthy Chinese participants. Twenty healthy young… Continue reading Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese indivi duals

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Deng YF, Lei BX, Zheng MG, Zheng YQ, Chen WL, Lan YQ Abstract Cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors involving the anterior and middle skull base are among the most challenging to treat surgically, with high rates of incomplete resection and surgical complications. Currently, there is no recognized classification of tumors with regard to the choice of surgical ... περισσότερα »

High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *High use of complementary and alternative medicine among a large cohort of women with a family history of breast cancer: the Sister Study.* Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Greenlee H, Sardo Molmenti CL, Falci L, Ulmer R, Deming-Halverson S, DeRoo LA, Sandler DP Abstract Use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is high among U.S. women, yet information is limited on use among women at increased breast cancer risk. We analyzed CAM use among women with a family history of breast cancer. CAM use was analyzed among women enrolled 2003-2009 i... περισσότερα »

[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Gonçalves A PMID: 27017058 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1XXP6XH via IFTTT

[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Wilkowsky C, Lenain A, Benbekhaled K, Le Gall MJ, Vignot S Abstract The high cost of several drugs or medical devices involves specific reimbursement procedures in French hospitals. Specific prescription rules have been developed and a regular survey by regional health authorities is performed. These particular funding procedures allow patients to access to innovative drugs. Some questions have recently been raised in France ... περισσότερα »

De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:28-31 Authors: Matsumoto H, Yoshida Y Abstract INTRODUCTION: Gliomas of the cerebellum are rare in adults, and their natural history and clinical behavior are not well known. Because cerebellar glioma is not usually diagnosed until clinical symptoms have appeared, no reports have described the developmental process of new cerebellar gliomas. We describe a case of de novo cerebellar anaplastic astrocytoma in which the developmental process was detected on magnetic resonance ...περισσότερα »

Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 10;22:23-27 Authors: Akhtar S, Azeem A, Jiwani A, Javed G Abstract INTRODUCTION: There are variations in the anatomy of the vertebrobasilar system amongst which the Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery-Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery (AICA-PICA) variant is thought to have a prevalence of 20-24% (based on retrospective studies). Despite this, aneurysms of the AICA-PICA variant are rare. We prese... περισσότερα »

Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:19-22 Authors: Abu-Zidan FM, Idris K, Khalifa M Abstract INTRODUCTION: The physiological reserve of extreme elderly patients is very limited and has major impact on clinical decisions on their management. Hereby we report a 90-year-old man who presented with a strangulated epigastric hernia and who developed postoperative intra-abdominal bleeding, and highlight the value of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in cr... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1872-1883.e9 Authors: Arora S, Yan H, Cho I, Fan HY, Luo B, Gai X, Bodian DL, Vockley JG, Zhou Y, Handorf EA, Egleston BL, Andrake MD, Nicolas E, Serebriiskii IG, Yen TJ, Hall MJ, Golemis EA, Enders GH Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: DNA structural lesions are prevalent in sporadic colorectal cancer. Therefore, we proposed that gene variants that ... περισσότερα »

A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):298-9 Authors: Altun R, Sozener U, Ersoz S PMID: 26086838 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/22TDk3V via IFTTT

Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):290-4 Authors: Chen Y, Sreenivasan GM, Shojania K, Yoshida EM Abstract Cryofibrinogenemia is a rare disorder in which plasma, not serum, forms a cryoprecipitate. Patients with cryofibrinogenemia may be asymptomatic, or they may have painful ulcers, purpura, livedo reticularis, Raynaud phenomenon, perniosis of the extremities, thrombosis, and arthralgia. ... περισσότερα »

Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese individuals

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) have been shown to be useful measures of mechanical pain sensitivity in deep tissues. However, clinical methods for measuring mechanical allodynia or hyperalgesia in teeth have not been reported. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability of PPTs in periodontal ligament of healthy Chinese participants. Twenty healthy young adults participated. Pressure pain thresholds were measured at six teeth and in two directions. The tests included three consecutive trials, in two separate sessions, which were performed on the first day by one examiner.... περισσότερα »

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Background Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) act as co-factors worsening the allergic reactions induced by food allergens. Aim To evaluate the effect of both lysine acetylsalicylate (L-ASA) (non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor) and valdecoxib (selective COX-2 inhibitor) in basophils activated by peach Lipid Transfer Protein (Pru p 3) in patients with food-dependent NSAID-induced anaphylaxis (FDNIA). Methods Twenty Pru p 3 allergic patients with FDNIA group, eleven peach anaphylaxis not exacerbated by NSAIDs (no-NSAIDs group), and 5 healthy volunteer... περισσότερα »

Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοMedicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Background There is evidence that altered blood coagulation and fibrinolysis are involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. Increased thromboembolic risk has been reported in asthmatics. Objective To investigate whether enhanced thrombin generation and impaired fibrinolysis occur in asthmatics. Methods Plasma thrombin generation profile together with a computational assessment of thrombin dynamics and fibrinolytic capacity expressed as clot lysis time (CLT) were determined in 164 consecutive patients with stable asthma and 72 controls matched for age, sex, weight and smok...περισσότερα »

Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese individuals

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) have been shown to be useful measures of mechanical pain sensitivity in deep tissues. However, clinical methods for measuring mechanical allodynia or hyperalgesia in teeth have not been reported. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability of PPTs in periodontal ligament of healthy Chinese participants. Twenty healthy young adults participated. Pressure pain thresholds were measured at six teeth and in two directions. The tests included three consecutive trials, in two separate sessions, which were performed on the first day by one examiner.... περισσότερα »

Test–retest reliability of a new technique with pressure algometry applied to teeth in healthy Chinese indivi duals

Pressure pain thresholds (PPTs) have been shown to be useful measures of mechanical pain sensitivity in deep tissues. However, clinical methods for measuring mechanical allodynia or hyperalgesia in teeth have not been reported. The aim of this study was to assess the reliability of PPTs in periodontal ligament of healthy Chinese participants. Twenty healthy young […]

Science, Sex and Society – why maternal mortality is still a global health issue

from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1REVleh via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 & 00306932607174

Postoperative sore throat: a systematic review

Summary Postoperative sore throat has a reported incidence of up to 62% following general anaesthesia. In adults undergoing tracheal intubation, female sex, younger age, pre-existing lung disease, prolonged duration of anaesthesia and the presence of a blood-stained tracheal tube on extubation are associated with the greatest risk. Tracheal intubation without neuromuscular blockade, use of double-lumen […]

Controversies in the peripartum management of diabetes

from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1MvdfnL via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 & 00306932607174

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Abstract Background Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) act as co-factors worsening the allergic reactions induced by food allergens. Aim To evaluate the effect of both lysine acetylsalicylate (L-ASA) (non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor) and valdecoxib (selective COX-2 inhibitor) in basophils activated by peach Lipid Transfer Protein (Pru p 3) in patients with food-dependent NSAID-induced anaphylaxis (FDNIA). Methods […]

Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

Abstract Background There is evidence that altered blood coagulation and fibrinolysis are involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. Increased thromboembolic risk has been reported in asthmatics. Objective To investigate whether enhanced thrombin generation and impaired fibrinolysis occur in asthmatics. Methods Plasma thrombin generation profile together with a computational assessment of thrombin dynamics and fibrinolytic capacity […]

[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Financial stress: A prognostic factor for cancer survival!]* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Gonçalves A PMID: 27017058 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1XXP6XH via IFTTT

[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *[Prescription of high-cost medicines in French Hospitals: Regulation and procedures of reimbursement].* Bull Cancer. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Wilkowsky C, Lenain A, Benbekhaled K, Le Gall MJ, Vignot S Abstract The high cost of several drugs or medical devices involves specific reimbursement procedures in French hospitals. Specific prescription rules have been developed and a regular survey by regional health authorities is performed. These particular funding procedures allow patients to access to innovative drugs. Some questions have recently been raised in France ... περισσότερα »

De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *De novo cerebellar malignant glioma: A case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:28-31 Authors: Matsumoto H, Yoshida Y Abstract INTRODUCTION: Gliomas of the cerebellum are rare in adults, and their natural history and clinical behavior are not well known. Because cerebellar glioma is not usually diagnosed until clinical symptoms have appeared, no reports have described the developmental process of new cerebellar gliomas. We describe a case of de novo cerebellar anaplastic astrocytoma in which the developmental process was detected on magnetic resonance ...περισσότερα »

Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Aneurysm in the anterior inferior cerebellar artery-posterior inferior cerebellar artery variant: Case report and review of literature.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 10;22:23-27 Authors: Akhtar S, Azeem A, Jiwani A, Javed G Abstract INTRODUCTION: There are variations in the anatomy of the vertebrobasilar system amongst which the Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery-Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery (AICA-PICA) variant is thought to have a prevalence of 20-24% (based on retrospective studies). Despite this, aneurysms of the AICA-PICA variant are rare. We prese... περισσότερα »

Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Strangulated epigastric hernia in a 90-year-old man: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) as a saving kit: Case report.* Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Mar 18;22:19-22 Authors: Abu-Zidan FM, Idris K, Khalifa M Abstract INTRODUCTION: The physiological reserve of extreme elderly patients is very limited and has major impact on clinical decisions on their management. Hereby we report a 90-year-old man who presented with a strangulated epigastric hernia and who developed postoperative intra-abdominal bleeding, and highlight the value of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in cr... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1872-1883.e9 Authors: Arora S, Yan H, Cho I, Fan HY, Luo B, Gai X, Bodian DL, Vockley JG, Zhou Y, Handorf EA, Egleston BL, Andrake MD, Nicolas E, Serebriiskii IG, Yen TJ, Hall MJ, Golemis EA, Enders GH Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: DNA structural lesions are prevalent in sporadic colorectal cancer. Therefore, we proposed that gene variants that ... περισσότερα »

A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):298-9 Authors: Altun R, Sozener U, Ersoz S PMID: 26086838 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from Head and Neck on PubMed via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/22TDk3V via IFTTT

Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):290-4 Authors: Chen Y, Sreenivasan GM, Shojania K, Yoshida EM Abstract Cryofibrinogenemia is a rare disorder in which plasma, not serum, forms a cryoprecipitate. Patients with cryofibrinogenemia may be asymptomatic, or they may have painful ulcers, purpura, livedo reticularis, Raynaud phenomenon, perniosis of the extremities, thrombosis, and arthralgia. ... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *A simple classification of cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors that facilitate choice of surgical approaches: analysis of a series of 32 cases.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Deng YF, Lei BX, Zheng MG, Zheng YQ, Chen WL, Lan YQ Abstract Cranial-nasal-orbital communicating tumors involving the anterior and middle skull base are among the most challenging to treat surgically, with high rates of incomplete resection and surgical complications. Currently, there is no recognized classification of tumors with regard to the choice of surgical ... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngolgy NewsΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Definitive or Preoperative Chemoradiation Therapy for Esophageal Cancer: Patterns of Care and Survival Outcomes.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThe OesophagusΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Definitive or Preoperative Chemoradiation Therapy for Esophageal Cancer: Patterns of Care and Survival Outcomes.* Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Shao MS, Wong AT, Schwartz D, Weiner JP, Schreiber D Abstract BACKGROUND: The optimal management of patients with localized esophageal cancer is uncertain. The objective of this study was to analyze contemporary patterns of care for esophageal cancer using the National Cancer Database. METHODS: Patients diagnosed with localized esophageal adenocarcinoma or squamous cell carcinoma from 2004 to 2011 and who receiv... περισσότερα »

Baseline measure of health-related quality of life (Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Esophagus) is associated with overall survival in patients with esophageal cancer.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThe OesophagusΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Baseline measure of health-related quality of life (Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Esophagus) is associated with overall survival in patients with esophageal cancer.* J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2016 Feb 24; Authors: Kidane B, Sulman J, Xu W, Kong QQ, Wong R, Knox JJ, Darling GE Abstract OBJECTIVE: Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Esophagus is a health-related quality of life instrument validated in patients with esophageal cancer. It is composed of a general component and an esophageal cancer subscale. Our objective was to determine whether the ba...περισσότερα »

Incidence of Esophageal Adenocarcinoma and Causes of Mortality After Radiofrequency Ablation of Barrett's Esophagus.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThe OesophagusΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Incidence of Esophageal Adenocarcinoma and Causes of Mortality After Radiofrequency Ablation of Barrett's Esophagus.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1752-1761.e1 Authors: Wolf WA, Pasricha S, Cotton C, Li N, Triadafilopoulos G, Muthusamy VR, Chmielewski GW, Corbett FS, Camara DS, Lightdale CJ, Wolfsen H, Chang KJ, Overholt BF, Pruitt RE, Ertan A, Komanduri S, Infantolino A, Rothstein RI, Shaheen NJ Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is commonly used to treat Barrett's esophagus (BE). We assessed the incidence of esophageal adenocarcino... περισσότερα »

Appropriateness of using patient-derived xenograft models for pharmacologic evaluation of novel therapies for esophageal/gastro-esophageal junction cancers.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThe OesophagusΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Appropriateness of using patient-derived xenograft models for pharmacologic evaluation of novel therapies for esophageal/gastro-esophageal junction cancers.* PLoS One. 2015;10(3):e0121872 Authors: Dodbiba L, Teichman J, Fleet A, Thai H, Starmans MH, Navab R, Chen Z, Girgis H, Eng L, Espin-Garcia O, Shen X, Bandarchi B, Schwock J, Tsao MS, El-Zimaity H, Der SD, Xu W, Bristow RG, Darling GE, Boutros PC, Ailles LE, Liu G Abstract The high morbidity and mortality of patients with esophageal (E) and gastro-esophageal junction (GEJ) cancers, warrants new pre-clinical... περισσότερα »

Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *Genetic Variants That Predispose to DNA Double-Strand Breaks in Lymphocytes From a Subset of Patients With Familial Colorectal Carcinomas.* Gastroenterology. 2015 Dec;149(7):1872-1883.e9 Authors: Arora S, Yan H, Cho I, Fan HY, Luo B, Gai X, Bodian DL, Vockley JG, Zhou Y, Handorf EA, Egleston BL, Andrake MD, Nicolas E, Serebriiskii IG, Yen TJ, Hall MJ, Golemis EA, Enders GH Abstract BACKGROUND & AIMS: DNA structural lesions are prevalent in sporadic colorectal cancer. Therefore, we proposed that gene variants that ... περισσότερα »

A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *A Rare Indication for Liver Transplant: Hemangioendothelioma.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):298-9 Authors: Altun R, Sozener U, Ersoz S PMID: 26086838 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from #PubMed 3 via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/22TDk3V via IFTTT

Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1LTHHYH] Related Articles *Cryofibrinogenemia After a Liver Transplant: First Reported Case Posttransplant and a Case-Based Review of the Nontransplant Literature.* Exp Clin Transplant. 2015 Jun;13(3):290-4 Authors: Chen Y, Sreenivasan GM, Shojania K, Yoshida EM Abstract Cryofibrinogenemia is a rare disorder in which plasma, not serum, forms a cryoprecipitate. Patients with cryofibrinogenemia may be asymptomatic, or they may have painful ulcers, purpura, livedo reticularis, Raynaud phenomenon, perniosis of the extremities, thrombosis, and arthralgia. ... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

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The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.

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Science, Sex and Society – why maternal mortality is still a global health issue

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Postoperative sore throat: a systematic review

Summary Postoperative sore throat has a reported incidence of up to 62% following general anaesthesia. In adults undergoing tracheal intubation, female sex, younger age, pre-existing lung disease, prolonged duration of anaesthesia and the presence of a blood-stained tracheal tube on extubation are associated with the greatest risk. Tracheal intubation without neuromuscular blockade, use of double-lumen […]

Controversies in the peripartum management of diabetes

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IJMS, Vol. 17, Pages 438: TOR Pathway-Mediated Juvenile Hormone Synthesis Regulates Nutrient-Dependent Female Reprod uction in Nilaparvata lugens (Stål)

The “target of rapamycin” (TOR) nutritional signaling pathway and juvenile hormone (JH) regulation of vitellogenesis has been known for a long time. However, the interplay between these two pathways regulating vitellogenin (Vg) expression remains obscure. Here, we first demonstrated the key role of amino acids (AAs) in activation of Vg synthesis and egg development in […]

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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.* Rhinology. 2016 Mar 27; Authors: Tatar A, Yayla M, Kose D, Halici Z, Yoruk O, Polat E Abstract OBJECTIVE: Desloratadine is a biologically active metabolite of loratadine which is indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Bosentan is a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used to treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH). In this study, we aimed to determine the role of endothelins in allergic rhinitis (AR) and the effects of... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Characteristics of breast cancer in Central China, literature review and comparison with USA.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Characteristics of breast cancer in Central China, literature review and comparison with USA.* Breast. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Chen C, Sun S, Yuan JP, Wang YH, Cao TZ, Zheng HM, Jiang XQ, Gong YP, Tu Y, Yao F, Hu MB, Li JJ, Sun SR, Wei W Abstract INTRODUCTION: This work was to analyze characteristics of breast cancer (BC) in Central China, summarize main characteristics in China and compare with USA. METHODS: BC main characteristics from four hospitals in Central China from 2002 to 2012 were collected and analyzed. All the single and large-scale clinical reports ...περισσότερα »

Efficacy and safety of leuprorelin acetate 6-month depot, TAP-144-SR (6M), in combination with tamoxifen in postoperative, premenopausal patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: a phase III, randomized, open-label, parallel-group comparative study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Efficacy and safety of leuprorelin acetate 6-month depot, TAP-144-SR (6M), in combination with tamoxifen in postoperative, premenopausal patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: a phase III, randomized, open-label, parallel-group comparative study.* Breast Cancer. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Kurebayashi J, Toyama T, Sumino S, Miyajima E, Fujimoto T Abstract BACKGROUND: Leuprorelin acetate, a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone agonist, is used worldwide in premenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. This study was conducted to ass...περισσότερα »

Novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines as potential inhibitors of T98G, H460 and SNU80 cancer cell lines in vitro.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines as potential inhibitors of T98G, H460 and SNU80 cancer cell lines in vitro.* Bioorg Med Chem Lett. 2016 Mar 15; Authors: Kushwaha K, Kaushik NK, Kaushik N, Chand M, Kaushik R, Choi EH, Jain SC Abstract A set of twenty-one novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines is synthesized using a two-step methodology starting from azaphenothiazines. The key step was the selective monoalkylation at position 10 of azaphenothiazines. In all, twenty-five molecules, including intermediates, were investigated for their in vitro anticancer act...περισσότερα »

Characteristics of breast cancer in Central China, literature review and comparison with USA.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThyroid Disorders by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Characteristics of breast cancer in Central China, literature review and comparison with USA.* Breast. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Chen C, Sun S, Yuan JP, Wang YH, Cao TZ, Zheng HM, Jiang XQ, Gong YP, Tu Y, Yao F, Hu MB, Li JJ, Sun SR, Wei W Abstract INTRODUCTION: This work was to analyze characteristics of breast cancer (BC) in Central China, summarize main characteristics in China and compare with USA. METHODS: BC main characteristics from four hospitals in Central China from 2002 to 2012 were collected and analyzed. All the single and large-scale clinical reports ...περισσότερα »

Efficacy and safety of leuprorelin acetate 6-month depot, TAP-144-SR (6M), in combination with tamoxifen in postoperative, premenopausal patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: a phase III, randomized, open-label, parallel-group comparative study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThyroid Disorders by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Efficacy and safety of leuprorelin acetate 6-month depot, TAP-144-SR (6M), in combination with tamoxifen in postoperative, premenopausal patients with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer: a phase III, randomized, open-label, parallel-group comparative study.* Breast Cancer. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Kurebayashi J, Toyama T, Sumino S, Miyajima E, Fujimoto T Abstract BACKGROUND: Leuprorelin acetate, a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone agonist, is used worldwide in premenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. This study was conducted to ass...περισσότερα »

Novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines as potential inhibitors of T98G, H460 and SNU80 cancer cell lines in vitro.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοThyroid Disorders by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines as potential inhibitors of T98G, H460 and SNU80 cancer cell lines in vitro.* Bioorg Med Chem Lett. 2016 Mar 15; Authors: Kushwaha K, Kaushik NK, Kaushik N, Chand M, Kaushik R, Choi EH, Jain SC Abstract A set of twenty-one novel aminoalkylated azaphenothiazines is synthesized using a two-step methodology starting from azaphenothiazines. The key step was the selective monoalkylation at position 10 of azaphenothiazines. In all, twenty-five molecules, including intermediates, were investigated for their in vitro anticancer act...περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.* Rhinology. 2016 Mar 27; Authors: Tatar A, Yayla M, Kose D, Halici Z, Yoruk O, Polat E Abstract OBJECTIVE: Desloratadine is a biologically active metabolite of loratadine which is indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Bosentan is a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used to treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH). In this study, we aimed to determine the role of endothelins in allergic rhinitis (AR) and the effects of... περισσότερα »

Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Cervical lymph node metastasis in adenoid cystic carcinoma of oral cavity and oropharynx: A collective international review.* Auris Nasus Larynx. 2016 Mar 23; Authors: Suárez C, Barnes L, Silver CE, Rodrigo JP, Shah JP, Triantafyllou A, Rinaldo A, Cardesa A, Pitman KT, Kowalski LP, Robbins KT, Hellquist H, Medina JE, de Bree R, Takes RP, Coca-Pelaz A, Bradley PJ, Gnepp DR, Teymoortash A, Strojan P, Mendenhall WM, Eloy JA, Bishop JA, Devaney KO, Thompson LD, Hamoir M, Slootweg PJ, Vander Poorten V, Williams MD, Wenig BM, Skálová A, Ferlito A Abstract The purpose... περισσότερα »

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *Hyperbaric oxygen therapy as an alternative to surgery for non-healing pharyngocutaneous fistula.* Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2016 Mar 26; Authors: Abu Eta R, Eviatar E, Gavriel H Abstract The aim of the study is to examine the utilization of hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) as an alternative to surgical treatment for non-healing postoperative phayngocutaneous fistula (POPCF). A retrospective study was conducted between 2012 and 2014 of referred patients who had failed conservative treatment for POPCF at other medical centers. Reevaluation at our department w... περισσότερα »

The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 1 ώρα
Related Articles *The role of endothelin-1 and endothelin receptor antagonists in allergic rhinitis inflammation: ovalbumin-induced rat model.* Rhinology. 2016 Mar 27; Authors: Tatar A, Yayla M, Kose D, Halici Z, Yoruk O, Polat E Abstract OBJECTIVE: Desloratadine is a biologically active metabolite of loratadine which is indicated for the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Bosentan is a dual endothelin receptor antagonist used to treatment of pulmonary artery hypertension (PAH). In this study, we aimed to determine the role of endothelins in allergic rhinitis (AR) and the effects of... περισσότερα »

Polyphenols from Chilean Propolis and Pinocembrin Reduce MMP-9 Gene Expression and Activity in Activated Macrophages

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΒιοΜηχανικήΠριν από 2 ώρες
Polyphenols from diverse sources have shown anti-inflammatory activity. In the context of atherosclerosis, macrophages play important roles including matrix metalloproteinases synthesis involved in degradation of matrix extracellular components affecting the atherosclerotic plaque stability. We prepared a propolis extract and pinocembrin in ethanol solution. Propolis extract was chemically characterized using LC-MS. The effect of treatments on gene expression and proteolytic activity was measured in vitro using murine macrophages activated with LPS. Cellular toxicity associated wit...περισσότερα »

Next Generation Sequencing Identifies Five Major Classes of Potentially Therapeutic Enzymes Secreted by Lucilia sericata Medical Maggots

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΒιοΜηχανικήΠριν από 2 ώρες
Lucilia sericata larvae are used as an alternative treatment for recalcitrant and chronic wounds. Their excretions/secretions contain molecules that facilitate tissue debridement, disinfect, or accelerate wound healing and have therefore been recognized as a potential source of novel therapeutic compounds. Among the substances present in excretions/secretions various peptidase activities promoting the wound healing processes have been detected but the peptidases responsible for these activities remain mostly unidentified. To explore these enzymes we applied next generation sequenc... περισσότερα »

Acceptability and Feasibility of Sexually Transmitted Infection Testing and Treatment among Pregnant Women in Gaborone, Botswana, 2015

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΒιοΜηχανικήΠριν από 2 ώρες
Introduction. Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG), and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) are curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs) that can cause adverse maternal and birth outcomes. Most countries do not conduct routine testing during antenatal care. We present data on the acceptability and feasibility of testing and treating pregnant women for STIs in an antenatal clinic in Gaborone, Botswana. Materials and Methods. We offered CT, NG, and TV testing using self-collected vaginal swabs to eligible pregnant women. Participants received same-day test results. Th... περισσότερα »

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Abstract Background Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) act as co-factors worsening the allergic reactions induced by food allergens. Aim To evaluate the effect of both lysine acetylsalicylate (L-ASA) (non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor) and valdecoxib (selective COX-2 inhibitor) in basophils activated by peach Lipid Transfer Protein (Pru p 3) in patients with food-dependent NSAID-induced anaphylaxis (FDNIA). Methods… Continue reading Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependen... περισσότερα »

Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Abstract Background There is evidence that altered blood coagulation and fibrinolysis are involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. Increased thromboembolic risk has been reported in asthmatics. Objective To investigate whether enhanced thrombin generation and impaired fibrinolysis occur in asthmatics. Methods Plasma thrombin generation profile together with a computational assessment of thrombin dynamics and fibrinolytic capacity… Continue reading Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

A Type of Energy Hole Avoiding Method Based on Synchronization of Nodes in Adjacent Annuluses for Sensor Network

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
For the purpose of balancing energy consumption of nodes in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs for short), a type of energy hole avoiding method based on synchronization of nodes in adjacent annuluses (SNAA for short) is proposed in this paper. The circular network is divided into virtual annuluses with the same width. Nodes are deployed nonuniformly… Continue reading A Type of Energy Hole Avoiding Method Based on Synchronization of Nodes in Adjacent Annuluses for Sensor Network

Pain Predicts Function One Year Later: A Comparison across Pain Measures in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Sample

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Background. Guidance is limited on best measures and time periods to reference when measuring pain in order to predict future function. Objective. To examine how different measures of pain predict functional limitations a year later in a sample of rheumatoid arthritis patients. Methods. Logistic regression analyses were conducted using baseline and one-year data (). Pain… Continue reading Pain Predicts Function One Year Later: A Comparison across Pain Measures in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Sample

Erosive Esophagitis in the Obese: The Effect of Ethnicity and Gender on Its Association

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Background. Data examining the association between obesity and erosive esophagitis (ErE) have been inconsistent, with very little known about interracial variation. Goals. To examine the association between obesity and ErE among patients of different ethnic/racial backgrounds. Methods. The study sample included 2251 patients who underwent esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD). The effects of body mass index (BMI) on… Continue reading Erosive Esophagitis in the Obese: The Effect of Ethnicity and Gender on Its Association

Mathematical Modeling and Analysis of Drill String Longitudinal Vibration with Lateral Inertia Effect

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Comparative analysis whether considering the lateral inertia or not, aiming at the longitudinal vibration of the drill string in drilling progress, is proposed. In the light of the actual condition, the mechanical model of the drill string about vibration is established on the basis of the theoretical analysis. Longitudinal vibration equation of the drill string… Continue reading Mathematical Modeling and Analysis of Drill String Longitudinal Vibration with Lateral Inertia Effect

Clinical Features, Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies of Gastrointestinal Diaphragm Disease Associated with Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Background. To demonstrate the clinical features, diagnosis, and treatment of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug- (NSAID-) induced diaphragm disease (DD). Methods. A literature search between January 1973 and August 2015 was undertaken. The clinical data of patients with NSAID-induced DD were recorded and analyzed. Results. 159 patients were included. The ratio of male to female was 1 : 2.3;… Continue reading Clinical Features, Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies of Gastrointestinal Diaphragm Disease Associated with Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Polyphenols from Chilean Propolis and Pinocembrin Reduce MMP-9 Gene Expression and Activity in Activated Macrophages

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Polyphenols from diverse sources have shown anti-inflammatory activity. In the context of atherosclerosis, macrophages play important roles including matrix metalloproteinases synthesis involved in degradation of matrix extracellular components affecting the atherosclerotic plaque stability. We prepared a propolis extract and pinocembrin in ethanol solution. Propolis extract was chemically characterized using LC-MS. The effect of treatments on… Continue reading Polyphenols from Chilean Propolis and Pinocembrin Reduce MMP-9 Gene Expression and Activity in Activated Macrophages

Low-Temperature Production of Genuinely Amorphous Carbon from Highly Reactive Nanoacetylide Precursors

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Copper acetylide is a well-known explosive compound. However, when the size of it crystals is reduced to the nanoscale, its explosive nature is lost, owing to a much lower thermal conductance that inhibits explosive chain reactions. This less explosive character can be exploited for the production of new carbon materials. Generally, amorphous carbon is prepared… Continue reading Low-Temperature Production of Genuinely Amorphous Carbon from Highly Reactive Nanoacetylide Precursors

Next Generation Sequencing Identifies Five Major Classes of Potentially Therapeutic Enzymes Secreted by Lucilia sericata Medical Maggots

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Lucilia sericata larvae are used as an alternative treatment for recalcitrant and chronic wounds. Their excretions/secretions contain molecules that facilitate tissue debridement, disinfect, or accelerate wound healing and have therefore been recognized as a potential source of novel therapeutic compounds. Among the substances present in excretions/secretions various peptidase activities promoting the wound healing processes have… Continue reading Next Generation Sequencing Identifies Five Major Classes of Potentially Therapeutic Enzymes Secreted by Lucilia sericata Medical Maggots

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs enhance IgE-mediated activation of human basophils in patients with food anaphylaxis dependent and independent of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Abstract Background Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) act as co-factors worsening the allergic reactions induced by food allergens. Aim To evaluate the effect of both lysine acetylsalicylate (L-ASA) (non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor) and valdecoxib (selective COX-2 inhibitor) in basophils activated by peach Lipid Transfer Protein (Pru p 3) in patients with food-dependent NSAID-induced anaphylaxis (FDNIA). Methods Twenty Pru p 3 allergic patients with FDNIA group, eleven peach anaphylaxis not exacerbated by NSAIDs (no-NSAIDs group), and 5 healthy volunteer... περισσότερα »

Asthma is associated with enhanced thrombin formation and impaired fibrinolysis

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Abstract Background There is evidence that altered blood coagulation and fibrinolysis are involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. Increased thromboembolic risk has been reported in asthmatics. Objective To investigate whether enhanced thrombin generation and impaired fibrinolysis occur in asthmatics. Methods Plasma thrombin generation profile together with a computational assessment of thrombin dynamics and fibrinolytic capacity expressed as clot lysis time (CLT) were determined in 164 consecutive patients with stable asthma and 72 controls matched for age, sex, weight and smok...περισσότερα »

A Type of Energy Hole Avoiding Method Based on Synchronization of Nodes in Adjacent Annuluses for Sensor Network

For the purpose of balancing energy consumption of nodes in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs for short), a type of energy hole avoiding method based on synchronization of nodes in adjacent annuluses (SNAA for short) is proposed in this paper. The circular network is divided into virtual annuluses with the same width. Nodes are deployed nonuniformly […]

Pain Predicts Function One Year Later: A Comparison across Pain Measures in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Sample

Background. Guidance is limited on best measures and time periods to reference when measuring pain in order to predict future function. Objective. To examine how different measures of pain predict functional limitations a year later in a sample of rheumatoid arthritis patients. Methods. Logistic regression analyses were conducted using baseline and one-year data (). Pain […]

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