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Πέμπτη 16 Ιουνίου 2016

OtoRhinoLaryngology & Medicine,New Articles,June 16th,2016,afternoon


Clinical Practices in Collegiate Concussion Management

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Unexpected survival of sudden cardiac arrest patient with large multiple brain infarction after therapeutic hypothermia

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Reliability and associated risk factors for performance on the vestibular/ocular motor screening (VOMS) tool in healthy collegiate athletes

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Body mass index and outcomes of in-hospital ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation arrest

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Emergency department treatment patterns of patients with epilepsy in the United States from 2008-2011: A nationally representative analysis using NHAMCS data

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Magnetic resonance imaging findings in symptomatic patients after arthroscopic partial meniscectomy for torn discoid lateral meniscus

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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A cool approach to reducing electrode-induced trauma: localized therapeutic hypothermia conserves residual hearing in cochlear implantation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Corrective surgery for congenital scoliosis associated with split cord malformation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Impact of a feedback device on chest compression quality during extended manikin cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Venous hypertensive myelopathy associated with cervical spondylosis

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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The impact of cycle proficiency training on cycle-related behaviours and accidents in adolescence: Findings from ALSPAC, a UK longitudinal cohort

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Prognostic value of gray matter to white matter ratio in hypoxic and non-hypoxic cardiac arrest with non-cardiac etiology

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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The older they are the harder they fall: Injury patterns and outcomes by age after ground level falls

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Frailty as a predictor of fractures among community-dwelling older people: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Conversion to hemiarthroplasty as a salvage procedure for failed reverse shoulder arthroplasty

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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The utility of non-invasive nasal positive pressure ventilators for optimizing oxygenation during rapid sequence intubation

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Intra-articular lesions and their relation to arthroscopic stabilization failure in young patients with first-time and recurrent shoulder dislocations

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Ocular injuries from fireworks: The 11-year experience of a US level I trauma center

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEmergency Medicine by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 λεπτό
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Risk factors for small pharyngeal airway dimensions in preorthodontic children

A three-dimensional study: The Angle Orthodontist, Ahead of Print. doi: http://ift.tt/23dCSNX ONLINE AHEAD OF PRINT Risk factors for small pharyngeal airway dimensions in preorthodontic children: A three-dimensional study Seerone Anandarajah a; Raahib Dudhia b; Andrew Sandham c; Liselotte Sonnesen d a Private Practice, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia. b Private Practice, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. c Adjunct Professor and Director of Postgraduate Program, Department of Orthodontics, College of Medicine […]

RMND1 deficiency associated with neonatal lactic acidosis, infantile onset renal failure, deafness, and multiorgan involvement.

Authors: Janer A, van Karnebeek CD, Sasarman F, Antonicka H, Al Ghamdi M, Shyr C, Dunbar M, Stockler-Ispiroglu S, Ross CJ, Vallance H, Dionne J, Wasserman WW, Shoubridge EA Abstract RMND1 is an integral inner membrane mitochondrial protein that assembles into a large 240 kDa complex to support translation of the 13 polypeptides encoded on mtDNA, […]

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) – Cancer – Melanoma – Immunology

11m Cancer by Sfakianakis G.Alexandros Effects of supportive-expressive discussion groups on loneliness, hope and quality of life in breast cancer survivors: a randomized control trial. Effects of supportive-expressive discussion groups on loneliness, hope and quality of life in breast cancer survivors: a randomized control trial. Psychooncology. 2016 Jun 15; Authors: Tabrizi FM, Radfar M, […]

OtoRhinoLaryngology

5h OtoRhinoLaryngology – Alexandros G. Sfakianakis via Alexandros G.Sfakianakis on Inoreader Gemcitabine Induced Radiation Recall Myositis Gemcitabine Induced Radiation Recall Myositis in a Patient with Relapsed Nasopharyngeal Carcinomavia Practical Radiation OncologyPublication date: Available online 15 June 2016Source:Practical Radiation OncologyAuthor(s): Sagar C. Patel, Arnold C. Paulino, Danielle Johnston, Lee Wiederhold, Richard Castillo,… 5h OtoRhinoLaryngology Gemcitabine Induced […]

Dermatologic Therapy

Your subscribed feeds are not being updated automatically because this setting is turned off. Turn on automatic feed updates You’ve successfully subscribed to this feed!Updated content can be viewed in Internet Explorer and other programs that use the Common Feed List. View my feeds The use of oral antibiotics in treating acne vulgaris: a new […]

Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery

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Anesthesia and Intensive Care

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Orosensory contributions to dysphagia: a link between perception of sweet and sour taste and pharyngeal delay time.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
*Orosensory contributions to dysphagia: a link between perception of sweet and sour taste and pharyngeal delay time.* Physiol Rep. 2016 Jun;4(11) Authors: Pauloski BR, Nasir SM Abstract Pharyngeal delay is a significant swallowing disorder often resulting in aspiration. It is suspected that pharyngeal delay originates from sensory impairment, but a direct demonstration of a link between oral sensation and pharyngeal delay is lacking. In this study involving six patients with complaints of dysphagia, taste sensation of the oral tongue was measured and subsequently related to swall... περισσότερα »

Mediastinal granuloma: a rare cause of dysphagia.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
*Mediastinal granuloma: a rare cause of dysphagia.* BMJ Case Rep. 2016;2016 Authors: Micic D, Hogarth DK, Kavitt RT Abstract Dysphagia is commonly attributed to disorders arising from dysfunction of the oesophageal mucosa or oesophageal motility. Mediastinal structures causing compression of the oesophagus remain a rare presenting cause of dysphagia. We report a case of a woman presenting with dysphagia to solid foods and associated symptoms of weight loss. Traditional evaluation for dysphagia was unrevealing until cross-sectional imaging suggested a mediastinal obstructive proce... περισσότερα »

Acute idiopathic polyradiculoneuritis concurrent with acquired myasthenia gravis in a West Highland white terrier dog.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
*Acute idiopathic polyradiculoneuritis concurrent with acquired myasthenia gravis in a West Highland white terrier dog.* BMC Vet Res. 2016;12(1):111 Authors: Stanciu GD, Solcan G Abstract BACKGROUND: Acute Idiopathic Polyradiculoneuritis, an animal model for the axonal form of the Guillain - Barre Syndrome in humans and the acquired myasthenia gravis are different autoimmune disorders affecting the peripheral nerves and the neuromuscular junction, respectively. Both lead to muscle weakness and possible respiratory failure. The coexistence of these two entities combined in the sam... περισσότερα »

Nutcracker and jackhammer esophagus treatment: a three-case survey, including two novel cases of eosinophilic infiltration into the muscularis propria.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--http://ift.tt/1SvbKVd] Related Articles *Nutcracker and jackhammer esophagus treatment: a three-case survey, including two novel cases of eosinophilic infiltration into the muscularis propria.* Endoscopy. 2015 Sep;47(9):855-7 Authors: Sato H, Takeuchi M, Takahashi K, Sato Y, Hashimoto S, Mizuno K, Suzuki K, Kobayashi M, Honma T, Inoue H, Terai S Abstract Nutcracker esophagus and jackhammer esophagus are largely unknown motility disorders, also sometimes called hypertensive and hypercontractile peristalsis, respectively. There is currently no standardized diagnostic... περισσότερα »

[THE CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF ENDOSCOPIC MANOMETROGRAPHY OF UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC PANCREATITIS].

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 14 δευτερόλεπτα
Related Articles *[THE CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF ENDOSCOPIC MANOMETROGRAPHY OF UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC PANCREATITIS].* Eksp Klin Gastroenterol. 2015;(10):18-23 Authors: Gorban VV, Karuna YV, Gorban EV Abstract THE PURPOSE OF THE RESEARCH: To study the cavitary esophagogastroduodenal pressure in patients with chronic pancreatitis (CP) depending on the dominant clinical symptoms--gastroesophageal reflux (GER) and abdominal pancreatic pain. MATERIAL AND METHODS: By esophagogastroduodenoscopy that included manometrography and acid-perfusion test--were exa... περισσότερα »

Maxillary Protraction With Intermaxillary Elastics to Miniplates Versus Bone-Anchored Face-Mask Therapy in Cleft Lip and Palate Patients.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Introduction: Cleft lip and palate patients usually have deficient maxilla due to postsurgical scars. The aim this study was to compare the effectiveness of miniplates-anchored face-mask therapy versus intermaxillary elastics to miniplates for maxillary traction in cleft lip and palate patients. Methods: This clinical trial included 11 prepubertal patients with cleft lip and palate. Initially, a w-arch expander was cemented and activated 3 mm per month to overcorrect the crossbite. Then, the patients were divided into 2 groups: mini-plate-anchored face-mask (n = 5): 2 miniplates wer... περισσότερα »

Anatomic Variations in Paranasal Sinuses of Patients With Sinonasal Polyposis: Radiological Evaluation.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Objective: Although sinonasal anatomic variations have been postulated as a risk factor for sinus disease, the role of anatomic abnormalities in the pathogenesis of nasal polyps is still unclear. This study was conducted to examine the association of sinonasal polyposis with anatomic variations. Methods: The paranasal sinus computerized tomography scans of 155 patients with sinonasal polyposis were examined retrospectively from January 2012 to 2014 in a tertiary care hospital. Paranasal sinus computerized tomography of 100 patients without complaints and signs of sinus disease were a... περισσότερα »

The Phenotypes of Spheno-Occipital Synchondrosis in Patients With Crouzon Syndrome.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Objective: To characterize the phenotypes of spheno-occipital synchondrosis (SOS) in Chinese patients with Crouzon syndrome. Methods: Twelve patients with Crouzon syndrome were included in this retrospective study, and were divided into 2 groups. The first group included 5 patients (5-7-year old), whereas 7 patients were included in the second group (8-11-year old). Two age- and sex-matched control groups were constituted for comparison. All patients and controls were underwent preoperative computed tomography examinations of the craniofacial area, and the three-dimensional skull mo... περισσότερα »

Comparison of Frey Syndrome Rates Following Superficial Parotidectomy and Partial Superficial Parotidectomy for Pleomorphic Adenoma.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Purpose: Comparison of Frey syndrome rates following superficial parotidectomy and partial superficial parotidectomy for pleomorphic adenoma. Methods: Fifty patients diagnosed with pleomorphic adenoma and received surgical treatment at the Otolaryngology Department of Bagcilar Training and Research Hospital between January 2009 and October 2015 were reviewed retrospectively. The patients were specifically queried for Frey syndrome symptoms. The syndrome was investigated with Minor starch iodine test. The patients who underwent superficial parotidectomy were compared to those who und... περισσότερα »

Keystone Perforator Island Flap as an Alternative Reconstructive Option for Partial Thickness Alar Defects Up to 1.5 Centimeters.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Introduction: The ala is a unique landmark of the nose disposing aesthetic and functional properties. The head and neck area is the main site of appearance of nonmelanoma skin cancer. One third of them are located in the nose with an alar preponderance compared with other nasal subunits. Correction of alar defects is a challenging reconstructive task. The keystone perforator island flap (KPIF) was introduced as an alternative in nasal reconstruction by senior authors. In the present case series, KPIFs' application is introduced into the alar subunit as an alternative, versatile, and... περισσότερα »

Gardner Syndrome With Unusual Maxillofacial Manifestation.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Gardner syndrome is a rare autosomal-dominant condition characterized by the presence of intestinal polyposis, multiple osteomas, and tumors of the hard and soft tissues. This paper describes a patient of Gardner syndrome with unusual maxillofacial manifestation with presence of fibromyxomatous injury in jaw, coronoid hyperplasia, and multiple osteomas diffusely distributed in the craniomaxillofacial skeleton. Imaging examinations have identified craniofacial manifestations and the patient was referred to the gastroenterologist who confirmed the diagnosis of Gardner syndrome. The ea... περισσότερα »

Relationship Between Oral Perception and Habitual Chewing Side for Bare Bone Graft With Dental Implants After Mandibular Reconstruction.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between habitual chewing side and perception of the oral mucosa following reconstruction with dental implants. Study Design: Five patients comprised 2 males and 3 females, with ameloblastoma in 2 patients, odontogenic myxoma in 2 patients, and oral squamous cell carcinoma in 1 patient. They were treated using mandibular reconstruction with bare bone graft after segmental resection of the mandible. Perception (tactile, warm, and cold) was measured at 8 points (chin, lower lip, gingiva, and lateral edge of the to... περισσότερα »

Quantitative Analysis of Change in Intracranial Volume After Posterior Cranial Vault Distraction.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Posterior cranial vault distraction is considered to be more effective for increasing intracranial volume than fronto-orbital advancement or anterior cranial vault expansion, but the changes in intracranial volumes after posterior cranial vault distraction remain unclear. The changes in intracranial volume were investigated in patients of premature craniosynostosis treated by this technique. Seven patients, 3 boys and 4 girls aged from 5 months to 3 years 3 months (mean 23 months) at operation, with craniosynostosis underwent posterior cranial vault distraction at Juntendo Universit... περισσότερα »

Treatment Options in Maxillofacial Fractures.

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
From 2000 to 2010, 720 patients with facial trauma were admitted in Plastic Surgery Service of Argerich Hospital, Buenos Aires, Argentina; 58 of them with panfacial fractures were included in this study. Height velocity impact is the principal etiology, and most concomitant extrafacial injuries are neurocranium and cervical spine. Common affected areas were orbits, nose, and malar-zygoma. The timing of the treatment was airway evaluation, control of bleeding and consciousness, treatment of associated injuries, and finally facial reconstruction. The applications of craniofacial surgi... περισσότερα »

The Distally Based Sural Flap for the Reconstruction of Ankle and Foot Defects in Pediatric Patients

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: Skin and soft tissue defects at the level of the ankle and the heel remain a great challenge for plastic and reconstructive surgeons. There were just a few reports on the use of distal-based sural flap in pediatric patients. The purpose of this study was to introduce our experience in the treatment of skin and soft tissue defects of the pediatric feet by using this distally based sural neurocutaneous flap together with some technical modifications for a large-sized defect. Methods: From July 2004 to October 2012, a total of 36 children younger than 12 years... περισσότερα »

A Brief History of Two Common Surgical Drains

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract: The use of surgical drains is commonplace in all types of surgical procedures, and rarely do we take the time to contemplate or investigate the origins of these critical devices. Every surgeon should be familiar with the Jackson-Pratt drain and Blake drain, 2 of the most frequently used closed suction, negative-pressure drainage devices in surgery. These drains are used throughout the body in a wide variety of surgical procedures. The development and differences between these 2 devices are seldom known by the practicing surgeon. In this article, we delve into the ancient h... περισσότερα »

Comment on the Sohn et al Study, Reconstruction of Fingertip Defects With Great Toe Pulp Grafts

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
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A Systematic Review of Smartphone Applications for Plastic Surgery Providers: Target Audience, Uses, and Cost

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: The growth and acceptance of smartphones among clinicians has been remarkable over the last decade. Over 87% of doctors use a smartphone or tablet capable of running third-party software known as applications (apps). In the field of plastic surgery, apps have been designed for personal practice development, education, clinical tools and guidelines, and entertainment. This study reviews the literature on apps related to plastic surgery and determines the number and types of apps available. Methods: A systematic review of the literature was performed to find ... περισσότερα »

Contralateral Component Separation Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure in Patients Undergoing Vertical Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous Flap Transposition for Pelvic Exenteration Reconstruction

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Abstract: Pelvic floor reconstruction with pedicled vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap has been popularized in patients undergoing pelvic exenteration due to locally advanced rectal carcinoma. Abdominal wall fascial dehiscence and incisional hernia may occur as a result of large skin and fascia islands as well as muscle required to close these large defects. The purpose of this paper was to describe a novel technique, consisting of VRAM flap donor-site closure with component separation technique, performed on the contralateral side as the flap harvest, allowin... περισσότερα »

Reconstruction of Head and Neck Capillary Malformations With Free Perforator Flaps for Aesthetic Purposes

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: Capillary malformations (CMs) are composed of dilated capillaries and venules in the dermis layer. They appear as pink- or purple-colored lesions on the involved skin and usually follow a dermatomal distribution. Generally, laser treatment is considered the treatment of choice; however, in some patients, a surgical approach should be considered. This article presents the authors' experiences with free perforator flap transfer to the head and neck after resection of CMs for aesthetic purposes. Patients and Methods: A total of 5 patients with CMs on their hea... περισσότερα »

Pulmonary Function After Pedicled Transverse Rectus Abdominis Musculocutaneous Flap Breast Reconstruction

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Abstract: Tight abdominal closures, as can be seen during transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap breast reconstruction, have been shown to increase intra-abdominal pressure, thereby decreasing thoracopulmonary compliance and increasing the workload of breathing. The purpose of this article was to quantitate pulmonary function in patients who underwent pedicled TRAM flap breast reconstruction. A prospective clinical trial was conducted involving 22 women undergoing unilateral or bilateral pedicled TRAM flap breast reconstruction. Pulmonary function tes... περισσότερα »

Tissue Expander Reconstruction After Total Skin-Sparing Mastectomy: Defining the Effects of Coverage Technique on Nipple/Areola Preservation

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: Total skin-sparing mastectomy (TSSM) has become increasingly frequent in recent years, as inclusion criteria continue to expand. Options for tissue expander coverage in these patients include complete submuscular tissue expander coverage and acellular dermal matrix (ADM)–assisted coverage. This study compares both techniques with regard to relevant outcomes, during a recent 1-year period at our institution. Methods: All women undergoing TSSM and immediate expander placement between January 2012 and January 2013 were prospectively tracked. Patient demographi... περισσότερα »

Manipulation of Human Primary Endothelial Cell and Osteoblast Coculture Ratios to Augment Vasculogenesis and Mineralization

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Abstract: Tissue-engineering scaffolds are often seeded with a single type of cell, but there has been more focus on cocultures to improve angiogenesis and bone formation for craniofacial applications. Investigation of bone-derived osteoblasts (OBs) is important because of the use of bone grafts and migration of OBs from native bone into constructs in vivo and therefore, their contribution to bone formation in vivo. The limitation of primary OBs has been their inability to mineralize without osteogenic factors in vitro. Through coculture of OBs and endothelial cells (E... περισσότερα »

Vertical Scar Breast Reduction: Does Gathering the Incision Matter?

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: The vertical scar bilateral breast reduction is a highly effective technique to reduce breast volume and create long-lasting aesthetic improvements. A cited disadvantage is the inability to adequately shorten the vertical scar, leading to chest wall scars or inframammary puckers. Gathering or cinching sutures have been described as a strategy to confront this issue. This article aims to determine if suture gathering is an effective methods to (1) reduce the incision length, (2) shorten the areola-to-inframammary fold (IMF) distance, and (3) reduce the pucker... περισσότερα »

The Role of Plastic Surgeons in Advancing Global Development

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
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Evaluation of Antibiotic Irrigation Versus Saline Irrigation in Reducing the Long-Term Incidence and Severity of Capsular Contraction After Primary Augmentation Mammoplasty

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: Capsular contracture is the most frequent complication after primary augmentation mammoplasty. The practice of irrigating implant pockets with a triple antibiotic solution has been widely adopted in an attempt to prevent capsular contracture, despite a limited understanding of the inciting pathophysiology. Capsular contracture is commonly attributed to subclinical infection, immunologic response to breast implants, and chronic inflammatory changes caused by the presence of the implants. The purpose of this study was to evaluate if antibiotic irrigation was ... περισσότερα »

Bipolar Latissimus Dorsi Transfer for Restoration of Pectoralis Major Function in Poland Syndrome

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: image]Background: Poland syndrome typically presents as a unilateral congenital complete or partial absence of the pectoralis major muscle, variably with other associated anomalies. Reconstruction of the defect typically concentrates on aesthetic restoration with functional outcomes being unsuccessful or limited. We present an innovative means of true muscle transfer that provided functional benefit to increase upper extremity strength. Case Report: A 16-year-old adolescent boy with Poland syndrome manifesting as left pectoralis major muscle agenesis wished to undergo functi... περισσότερα »

upper respiratory tract infection; +38 new citations

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
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Guidelines update: Post-treatment follow-up of adult head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: Screening for metastasis and metachronous esophageal and bronchial locations.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead and NeckΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: http:--linkinghub.elsevier.com-ihub-imag] Related Articles *Guidelines update: Post-treatment follow-up of adult head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: Screening for metastasis and metachronous esophageal and bronchial locations.* Eur Ann Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Dis. 2015 Sep;132(4):217-21 Authors: Blanchard D, Barry B, De Raucourt D, Choussy O, Dessard-Diana B, Hans S, Lafarge D, SFORL work-group Abstract OBJECTIVE: The present article is an update of the guideline of the French Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (SFORL) on the post-treatment foll... περισσότερα »

A virtual test system representing the distribution of pedestrian impact configurations for future vehicle front-end optimization

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOccupational and Environmental Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 22 δευτερόλεπτα
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Injury prevention programs against distracted driving: Are they effective?

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOccupational and Environmental Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 22 δευτερόλεπτα
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Personal injury recovery cost of pedestrian–vehicle collisions in New South Wales, Australia

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Difference in dummy responses in matched side impact tests of vehicles with and without side airbags

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Seat strength in rear body block tests

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Covariability in three dimensions of teenage driving risk behavior: impaired driving, risky and unsafe driving behavior, and secondary task engagement

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Genes, Vol. 7, Pages 27: Telomerase Activity is Downregulated Early During Human Brain Development

Changes in hTERT splice variant expression have been proposed to facilitate the decrease of telomerase activity during fetal development in various human tissues. Here, we analyzed the expression of telomerase RNA (hTR), wild type and α-spliced hTERT in developing human fetal brain (post conception weeks, pcw, 6–19) and in young and old cortices using qPCR […]

Registration for our event, Highlighting Welsh Cancer Research is open. Email editor@ecancer .org to reserve a place https://t.co/pp9eRfSHt6

Registration for our event, Highlighting Welsh Cancer Research is open. Email editor@ecancer .org to reserve a place https://t.co/pp9eRfSHt6 from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://twitter.com/ecancer/status/743362725024137216 via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 &amp; 00306932607174

Analytical Investigation of Magnetohydrodynamic Flow over a Nonlinear Porous Stretching Sheet

We investigated the magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) boundary layer flow over a nonlinear porous stretching sheet with the help of semianalytical method known as optimal homotopy asymptotic method (OHAM). The effects of different parameters on fluid flow are investigated and discussed. The obtained results are compared with numerical Runge-Kutta-Fehlberg fourth-fifth-order method. It is found that the OHAM […]

Postepy Hig Med Dosw 2016; 70:618-636 «Cathelicidins and defensins regulate mast cell antimicrobial activity»

Cathelicidins and defensins are the multifunctional host defense molecules essential for immune response to infection. In recent years they have been shown to be natural, broad-spectrum antimicrobials against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, enveloped viruses, and fungi. These small peptides kill the invaded pathogens by destroying their cell membranes and can neutralize biological activities of […]

Postepy Hig Med Dosw 2016; 70:637-643 «The role of vitamin D in health preservation and exertional capacity of athletes»

Sports training causes an increased load on the musculoskeletal, hormonal and immune system, which makes maintaining homeostasis in the organism more difficult. Maintaining metabolic balance in the athlete’s body is important due to the necessity to obtain high physical fitness. One factor that facilitates optimization of health and increased endurance is a balanced diet. Proper […]

Biocompatible nanocarriers that respond to oxidative environments via interactions between chitosan and multiple metal ions

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Graphene oxide/multi-walled carbon nanotubes as nanofeatured scaffolds for the assisted deposition of nanohydroxyapatite: characterization and biological evaluation

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Insights Into French Emergency Planning, Response, and Resilience Procedures From a Hospital Managerial Perspective Following the Paris Terrorist Attacks of Friday, November 13, 2015

Research Articles Ali Ghanchi Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness,FirstView Article(s), 6 pages Abstract from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1YtxoOq via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 &amp; 00306932607174

Using Timely Survey-Based Information Networks to Collect Data on Best Practices for Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response: Illustrative Case From the American College of Emergency Physicians’ Ebola Surveys

Research Articles Mahshid Abir, Melinda Moore, Margaret Chamberlin, Kristi L. Koenig, Jon Mark Hirshon, Cynthia Singh, Sandra Schneider, Stephen Cantrill Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness,FirstView Article(s), 10 pages Abstract from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1YtxpBY via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 &amp; 00306932607174

JAID/JSC Guidelines for the Treatment of Respiratory Infectious Diseases: The Japanese Association for Infectious Diseases/Japanese Society of Chemotherapy – The JAID/JSC Guide to Clinical Management of Infectious Disease/Guideline-pr eparing Committee Respiratory Infectious Disease WG

Publication date: Available online 15 June 2016 Source:Journal of Infection and Chemotherapy Author(s): Keiichi Mikasa, Nobuki Aoki, Yosuke Aoki, Shuichi Abe, Satoshi Iwata, Kazunobu Ouchi, Kei Kasahara, Junichi Kadota, Naoki Kishida, Osamu Kobayashi, Hiroshi Sakata, Masahumi Seki, Hiroki Tsukada, Yutaka Tokue, Fukumi Nakamura-Uchiyama, Futoshi Higa, Koichi Maeda, Katsunori Yanagihara, Koichiro Yoshida from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei […]

Evaluation of the analgesic effect of caudal dexamethasone combined with bupivacaine in hypospadias repair surgery

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*Ahmed Z Mohamed* Research and Opinion in Anesthesia and Intensive Care 2016 3(1):42-47 Background Caudal analgesia is the most popular regional technique in infants and children for the infraumbilical surgeries. Its main disadvantage though is its short duration. The aim of this prospective, randomized, double-blind study was to examine the effect of dexamethasone (when added to the caudal bupivacaine) on the duration of postoperative analgesia and the intensity of postoperative pain during hypospadias repair surgeries. Patients and methods A total of 70 patients aged 2–5 years wit... περισσότερα »

Differences in the Postoperative Outcomes According to the Primary Treatment Options Chosen by Patients With Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Conservative Versus Operative Treatment

Purpose: We prospectively analyzed the differences in the preoperative status and final outcomes between patients with or without the motivation for prompt surgery after a recent diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Methods: One hundred fifty-six patients were enrolled and followed up from a cohort of 220 patients who were diagnosed with CTS between 2011 […]

Practicality of the Lower Extremity Lymphedema Index: Lymphedema Index Versus Volumetry-Based Evaluations for Body-Type–Corrected Lower Extremity Volume Evaluation

Background: Volume measurement is one of the most commonly used methods for lower extremity lymphedema (LEL) evaluation because of its objectivity. However, volume comparison between different patients with different body types may be inappropriate because body-type difference seems to significantly affect leg volume (LV). Methods: Twenty-seven nonedematous legs of 27 unilateral LEL patients were evaluated. […]

Book Review: Plastic Surgery Case Review—Oral Board Study Guide 1st Edition (2014)

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The Distally Based Sural Flap for the Reconstruction of Ankle and Foot Defects in Pediatric Patients

Background: Skin and soft tissue defects at the level of the ankle and the heel remain a great challenge for plastic and reconstructive surgeons. There were just a few reports on the use of distal-based sural flap in pediatric patients. The purpose of this study was to introduce our experience in the treatment of skin […]

A Brief History of Two Common Surgical Drains

Abstract: The use of surgical drains is commonplace in all types of surgical procedures, and rarely do we take the time to contemplate or investigate the origins of these critical devices. Every surgeon should be familiar with the Jackson-Pratt drain and Blake drain, 2 of the most frequently used closed suction, negative-pressure drainage devices in […]

A Systematic Review of Smartphone Applications for Plastic Surgery Providers: Target Audience, Uses, and Cost

Background: The growth and acceptance of smartphones among clinicians has been remarkable over the last decade. Over 87% of doctors use a smartphone or tablet capable of running third-party software known as applications (apps). In the field of plastic surgery, apps have been designed for personal practice development, education, clinical tools and guidelines, and entertainment. […]

Contralateral Component Separation Technique for Abdominal Wall Closure in Patients Undergoing Vertical Rectus Abdominis Myocutaneous Flap Transposition for Pelvic Exenteration Reconstruction

Abstract: Pelvic floor reconstruction with pedicled vertical rectus abdominis myocutaneous flap has been popularized in patients undergoing pelvic exenteration due to locally advanced rectal carcinoma. Abdominal wall fascial dehiscence and incisional hernia may occur as a result of large skin and fascia islands as well as muscle required to close these large defects. The purpose […]

Reconstruction of Head and Neck Capillary Malformations With Free Perforator Flaps for Aesthetic Purposes

Background: Capillary malformations (CMs) are composed of dilated capillaries and venules in the dermis layer. They appear as pink- or purple-colored lesions on the involved skin and usually follow a dermatomal distribution. Generally, laser treatment is considered the treatment of choice; however, in some patients, a surgical approach should be considered. This article presents the […]

Pulmonary Function After Pedicled Transverse Rectus Abdominis Musculocutaneous Flap Breast Reconstruction

Abstract: Tight abdominal closures, as can be seen during transverse rectus abdominis musculocutaneous (TRAM) flap breast reconstruction, have been shown to increase intra-abdominal pressure, thereby decreasing thoracopulmonary compliance and increasing the workload of breathing. The purpose of this article was to quantitate pulmonary function in patients who underwent pedicled TRAM flap breast reconstruction. A prospective […]

Successful T cell reconstitution after unrelated cord blood transplantation in a patient with complete DiGeorge syndrome

Unrelated cord blood transplantation shows promise as a therapeutic option for patients with complete DiGeorge syndrome who may not be able to receive thymus transplantation or related/unrelated HLA-matched bone marrow transplantation. (Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1W0PQNL via IFTTT

Transplacental Maternal Engraftment and Post-Transplant Graft-versus-Host Disease in Children with Severe Combined Immunodeficiency

This study demonstrates that pre-transplant TME is an independent risk factor for the development of post-transplant acute graft-versus-host disease. (Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/23dzzGn via IFTTT

Rhinovirus and Serum IgE are Associated with Acute Asthma Exacerbation Severity in Children

A substantial portion of the inter-individual variation in acute asthma exacerbation severity is attributable to the combination of rhinovirus infection and factors that regulate allergen sensitization, and IgE might play a causal role in modifying acute severity. (Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1W0QWcz via IFTTT

Distribution of HLA-A, -B and -DRB1 alleles in the Kensiu and Semai Orang Asli sub-groups in Peninsular Malaysia.

Authors: Razak Tasnim A, Allia S, Atan Edinur H, Panneerchelvam S, Zafarina Z, Nor Norazmi M Abstract The earliest settlers in Peninsular Malaysia are the Orang Asli population, namely Semang, Senoi and Proto Malays. In the present study, we typed the HLA-A, -B and -DRB1 loci of the Kensiu and Semai Orang Asli sub-groups. Sequence-based […]

Forty‐eight cases of leiomyosarcoma of bone in Japan: A multicenter study from the Japanese musculoskeletal oncology group

ConclusionsThis study is the largest LMSoB case series ever reported. Surgical treatment with wide margins was the only treatment that proved to be effective, whereas adjuvant chemotherapy in the present setting did not improve the overall survival. J. Surg. Oncol. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. (Source: Journal of Surgical Oncology) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on […]

Effect of N‐acetylcysteine on liver recovery after resection: A randomized clinical trial

ConclusionsPatients randomized to postoperative NAC received no benefit. There was a trend toward a higher rate of overall complications and a significantly higher rate of delirium in the NAC group. J. Surg. Oncol. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. (Source: Journal of Surgical Oncology) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/23dzhzj via IFTTT

Focal or whole-gland salvage prostate brachytherapy with iodine seeds with or without a rectal spacer for postradiother apy local failure: How best to spare the rectum?

Salvage prostate permanent implant (sPPI) for postradiation local failure provides high rates of biochemical control. The cumulative dose delivered to the prostate and the rectum is still unknown. (Source: Brachytherapy) from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1W0RbUO via IFTTT

Editorial Board

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Masthead

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Table of Contents

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Dentistry

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Chronic Opioid Therapy and Central Sensitization in Sickle Cell Disease

Publication date: July 2016 Source:American Journal of Preventive Medicine, Volume 51, Issue 1, Supplement 1 Author(s): C. Patrick Carroll, Sophie Lanzkron, Carlton Haywood, Kasey Kiley, Megan Pejsa, Gyasi Moscou-Jackson, Jennifer A. Haythornthwaite, Claudia M. Campbell Chronic opioid therapy (COT) for chronic non-cancer pain is frequently debated, and its effectiveness is unproven in sickle cell disease […]

Erratum

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Chemotherapy 2015–16;61:203–203 from Therapeutics via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1PvlpJ4

Critical Care

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Computational Biology

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Cell Biology

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Krüppel-Like Factor 4 Is a Regulator of Proinflammatory Signaling in Fibroblast-Like Synoviocytes through Increased IL-6 Expression

Human fibroblast-like synoviocytes play a vital role in joint synovial inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Proinflammatory cytokines induce fibroblast-like synoviocyte activation and dysfunction. The inflammatory mediator Krüppel-like factor 4 is upregulated during inflammation and plays an important role in endothelial and macrophage activation during inflammation. However, the role of Krüppel-like factor 4 in fibroblast-like synoviocyte […]

Keystone Perforator Island Flap as an Alternative Reconstructive Option for Partial Thickness Alar Defects Up to 1.5 Centimeters.

Introduction: The ala is a unique landmark of the nose disposing aesthetic and functional properties. The head and neck area is the main site of appearance of nonmelanoma skin cancer. One third of them are located in the nose with an alar preponderance compared with other nasal subunits. Correction of alar defects is a challenging […]

Immediate Loading of Tapered Implants Placed in Postextraction Sockets and Healed Sites.

Objective: The aim of the present study was to compare the survival, stability, and complications of immediately loaded implants placed in postextraction sockets and healed sites. Methods: Over a 2-year period, all patients presenting with partial or complete edentulism of the maxilla and/or mandible (healed site group, at least 4 months of healing after tooth […]

Effects of Superpulsed, Low-Level Laser Therapy on Neurosensory Recovery of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve.

Objective: The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of superpulsed, low-level laser therapy (SLLLT) on neurosensory recovery of the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) after oral surgical injury. Background Data: A survey of the literature reveals the uncertainty of outcomes for the surgical management of IAN injury and the efficacy of low-level […]

Evaluation of Optic Canal and Surrounding Structures Using Cone Beam Computed Tomography: Considerations for Maxillofacial Surgery.

The optic canal connects the anterior cranial fossa and the orbit and maintains the optic nerve and the ophthalmic artery. Within the extent of the surgical approach of the region, risk of iatrogenic injury of the neural and vascular structures increases. The aim of this retrospective morphometric study is to investigate the radiological anatomy of […]

Treatment Options in Maxillofacial Fractures.

From 2000 to 2010, 720 patients with facial trauma were admitted in Plastic Surgery Service of Argerich Hospital, Buenos Aires, Argentina; 58 of them with panfacial fractures were included in this study. Height velocity impact is the principal etiology, and most concomitant extrafacial injuries are neurocranium and cervical spine. Common affected areas were orbits, nose, […]

Evaluation of Patient Satisfaction After Nasal Septoplasty Operation Using Peak Nasal Inspratuar Flow and Nasal Obstruction Symptom Score Questionare.

Background: The purpose of this study was to investigate the usefulness of the peak nasal inflamatuar flow (PNIF) and Nasal Obstruction Symptom Score (NOSE) questionnaire in the diagnosis and follow-up of nasal septum deviation surgery. Methods: Sixty patients diagnosed with nasal septum deviation were included in the study. Nasal Obstruction Symptom Score scales of patients, […]

OtoRhinoLaryngology &amp; Medicine

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International Scholarly Research Notices

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Genomics

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Geriatrics

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Hematology

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Immunology

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Krüppel-Like Factor 4 Is a Regulator of Proinflammatory Signaling in Fibroblast-Like Synoviocytes through Increased IL-6 Expression

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΝοσολογίαΠριν από 2 ώρες
Human fibroblast-like synoviocytes play a vital role in joint synovial inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Proinflammatory cytokines induce fibroblast-like synoviocyte activation and dysfunction. The inflammatory mediator Krüppel-like factor 4 is upregulated during inflammation and plays an important role in endothelial and macrophage activation during inflammation. However, the role of Krüppel-like factor 4 in fibroblast-like synoviocyte activation and RA inflammation remains to be defined. In this study, we identify the notion that Krüppel-like factor 4 is higher expressed ... περισσότερα »

The effect of voluntary modulation of the sensory-motor rhythm during different mental tasks on H reflex

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοPhysiology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 15 June 2016 *Source:*International Journal of Psychophysiology Author(s): M. Jarjees, A. Vučković ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to explore the possibility of the short-term modulation of the soleus H reflex through self-induced modulation of the sensory-motor rhythm (SMR) as measured by electroencephalography (EEG) at Cz.MethodsSixteen healthy participants took part in one session of neuromodulation. Motor imagery and mental math were strategies for decreasing SMR, while neurofeedback was used to increase SMR. H reflex of the soleus muscle was... περισσότερα »

Immune-related Adverse Events of Dendritic Cell Vaccination Correlate With Immunologic and Clinical Outcome in Stage III and IV Melanoma Patients

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
[image: image]The purpose of this study was to determine the toxicity profile of dendritic cell (DC) vaccination in stage III and IV melanoma patients, and to evaluate whether there is a correlation between side effects and immunologic and clinical outcome. This is a retrospective analysis of 82 stage III and 137 stage IV melanoma patients, vaccinated with monocyte-derived or naturally circulating autologous DCs loaded with tumor-associated antigens gp100 and tyrosinase. Median follow-up time was 54.3 months in stage III patients and 12.9 months in stage IV patients. Treatment-relat... περισσότερα »

Competing risks survival of older patients with metastatic cutaneous melanoma: a SEER population-based study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Mortality from metastatic cutaneous melanoma is substantially heterogeneous as reflected in three distant metastatic (M1) subtypes with metastasis to skin, subcutaneous tissue, or distant lymph nodes (M1a), conferring nearly half the risk of death compared with distant visceral metastasis (M1c). It remains unknown whether older patients experience the survival benefit from the M1a subtype given a higher overall mortality risk. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Result data were retrieved from 1878 metastatic melanoma patients, from 2005 to 2009, with follow-up through 2011. Hazard ... περισσότερα »

Competing risks survival of older patients with metastatic cutaneous melanoma: a SEER population-based study.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Mortality from metastatic cutaneous melanoma is substantially heterogeneous as reflected in three distant metastatic (M1) subtypes with metastasis to skin, subcutaneous tissue, or distant lymph nodes (M1a), conferring nearly half the risk of death compared with distant visceral metastasis (M1c). It remains unknown whether older patients experience the survival benefit from the M1a subtype given a higher overall mortality risk. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Result data were retrieved from 1878 metastatic melanoma patients, from 2005 to 2009, with follow-up through 2011. Hazard ... περισσότερα »

Melanomas and Mechanical Stress Points on the Plantar Surface of the Foot

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
To the Editor: Sun exposure is widely recognized as the main causative factor in cutaneous melanoma. However, melanomas also emerge in areas of the skin (such as palmoplantar surfaces) that are not exposed to the sun. Genetic analyses indicate that melanomas in sun-exposed skin are frequently… from Melanoma via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/1UkJqXA

JAID/JSC Guidelines for the Treatment of Respiratory Infectious Diseases: The Japanese Association for Infectious Diseases/Japanese Society of Chemotherapy – The JAID/JSC Guide to Clinical Management of Infectious Disease/Guideline-pr eparing Committee Respiratory Infectious Disease WG

Publication date: Available online 15 June 2016 Source:Journal of Infection and Chemotherapy Author(s): Keiichi Mikasa, Nobuki Aoki, Yosuke Aoki, Shuichi Abe, Satoshi Iwata, Kazunobu Ouchi, Kei Kasahara, Junichi Kadota, Naoki Kishida, Osamu Kobayashi, Hiroshi Sakata, Masahumi Seki, Hiroki Tsukada, Yutaka Tokue, Fukumi Nakamura-Uchiyama, Futoshi Higa, Koichi Maeda, Katsunori Yanagihara, Koichiro Yoshida from Chemotherapy via Alexandros […]

Effects of Superpulsed, Low-Level Laser Therapy on Neurosensory Recovery of the Inferior Alveolar Nerve.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 2 ώρες
Objective: The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the therapeutic efficacy of superpulsed, low-level laser therapy (SLLLT) on neurosensory recovery of the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) after oral surgical injury. Background Data: A survey of the literature reveals the uncertainty of outcomes for the surgical management of IAN injury and the efficacy of low-level laser therapy in the treatment of IAN injury. Methods: In this study, the authors report the results for SLLLT in 57 patients affected by paresthesia of the lip, chin, gingival, and buccal regions. Each patient wa... περισσότερα » 

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