Αρχειοθήκη ιστολογίου

Αλέξανδρος Γ. Σφακιανάκης
ΩτοΡινοΛαρυγγολόγος
Αναπαύσεως 5
Άγιος Νικόλαος Κρήτη 72100
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Τρίτη 16 Αυγούστου 2016

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


Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 & 00306932607174
Larry Kramer in Love and Anger
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Talha Khan Burki from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bny7N9 via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Starting from scratch—the unique neglect of mycetoma
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Talha Khan Burki from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR39k7 via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Research brief
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Dara Mohammadi from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR33c0 via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Time to take sexually transmitted infections seriously
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): The Lancet Infectious Diseases from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnybfU via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete...
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Yellow fever vaccination coverage heterogeneities in Luanda province, Angola
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Maimuna S Majumder, Colleen M Nguyen, Sumiko R Mekaru, John S Brownstein from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR587K via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos...
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An international registry for women exposed to Zika virus during pregnancy: time for answers
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Alice Panchaud, Manon Vouga, Didier Musso, David Baud from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnyyXT via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos...
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Ceftazidime-avibactam in ceftazidime-resistant infections
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Shristi Raut, Bipin Adhikari from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR3pzo via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete...
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Ceftazidime-avibactam in ceftazidime-resistant infections
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Yehuda Carmeli, Jon Armstrong, Paul Newell, Greg Stone, Angela Wardman from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnyvLH via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos...
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Progress and pitfalls in prevention at AIDS 2016
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Peter Hayward from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR3B1E via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Plasmid-mediated colistin resistance in a patient infected with Klebsiella pneumoniae
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Stefan Nicolet, Daniel Goldenberger, Torsten Schwede, Malcolm Page, Marc Creus from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnyreN via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros...
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Infectious disease surveillance update
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Ruth Zwizwai from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR3dAl via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Strategies of hospital antimicrobial stewardship associated with different health outcomes
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Lucas Miyake Okumura, Bruno Salgado Riveros, Monica Maria Gomes da Silva, Izelandia Veroneze from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnxSlq via IFTTT Medicine...
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Microbes on the path to victory?
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Edward J Feil from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR2Zck via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Bringing out the dead
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Talha Khan Burki from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR3uTX via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Economic value of procalcitonin guidance
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Lotte Steuten, Gertjan Mantjes from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnxwem via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete...
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Influenza vaccine for international mass gatherings
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Global burden of cutaneous leishmaniasis
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Richard Reithinger from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2aR353W via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel...
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Further evidence to support the individualised treatment of gonorrhoea with ciprofloxacin
Publication date: September 2016Source:The Lancet Infectious Diseases, Volume 16, Issue 9 Author(s): Ella Trembizki, Rebecca Guy, Basil Donovan, John M Kaldor, Monica M Lahra, David M Whiley from #Medicine-SfakianakisAlexandros via o.lakala70 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bnxLWL via IFTTT Medicine...
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Fracture of the Manubrium of the Malleus
Fracture of the Manubrium of the Malleus: http://ift.tt/2aR2QFN
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Guidelines for Auditory Threshold Measurement for Significant Threshold Shift
Guidelines for Auditory Threshold Measurement for Significant Threshold Shift: The purpose of this article is to provide guidelines for determining a Significant Noise-Induced Threshold Shift in clinical trials involving human populations. The article reviews recommendations for the standards to be referenced...
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Anatomic Variations in Temporal Bones Affect the Intensity of Nystagmus During Warm Caloric Irrigation
Anatomic Variations in Temporal Bones Affect the Intensity of Nystagmus During Warm Caloric Irrigation: Hypothesis: Anatomic variables within the mastoid will correlate with intensity of caloric responses. Background: During caloric irrigation, heat is transferred from the external auditory canal to...
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Traumatic Cochlear Nerve Avulsion Following Otic-Capsule Sparing Temporal Bone Fracture
Traumatic Cochlear Nerve Avulsion Following Otic-Capsule Sparing Temporal Bone Fracture: http://ift.tt/2bnvE5B
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Experiences Engaging Healthcare When Dizzy
Experiences Engaging Healthcare When Dizzy: Objective: Dizziness is a common yet difficult symptom to manage in patients seeking medical care. The purpose of this study was to describe the experiences of participants with dizziness engaging the medical community for help. Patients: Five hundred twenty...
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2016 American Thyroid Association Guidelines for Diagnosis and Management of Hyperthyroidism and other causes of Thyrotoxicosis.
Related Articles 2016 American Thyroid Association Guidelines for Diagnosis and Management of Hyperthyroidism and other causes of Thyrotoxicosis. Thyroid. 2016 Aug 12; Authors: Ross DS, Burch HB, Cooper DS, Greenlee MC, Laurberg P, Maia AL, Rivkees S, Samuels M, Sosa JA, Stan MN, Walter M Abstract...
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“Measurement” of Tinnitus
“Measurement” of Tinnitus: Chronic tinnitus is the persistent sensation of hearing a sound that exists only inside the head. The prevalence of tinnitus in adults in the United States is estimated at 10 to 15%. For about 20% of these individuals the tinnitus is significantly bothersome. Although myriad...
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Detection of Saccular Endolymphatic Hydrops in Ménière’s Disease Using a Modified Glycerol cVEMP Test in Combination With the Tuning Property Test
Detection of Saccular Endolymphatic Hydrops in Ménière’s Disease Using a Modified Glycerol cVEMP Test in Combination With the Tuning Property Test: Objective: To determine the optimal method for detecting saccular endolymphatic hydrops (EH) in patients with Ménière’s disease (MD) using a glycerol cervical...
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The Genomic Basis of Noise-induced Hearing Loss: A Literature Review Organized by Cellular Pathways
Otology & Neurotology:September 2016 – Volume 37 – Issue 8 – p e309–e316 doi: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000001073 Special Section: Pihl Research Guidance Papers The Genomic Basis of Noise-induced Hearing Loss: A Literature Review Organized by Cellular Pathways Clifford, Royce Ellen; Hoffer, Michael;...
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Pediatric thyroid cancer
: An update from the SEER database 2007–2012 via International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Publication date: October 2016Source:International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Volume 89 Author(s): Sarah Dermody, Andrew Walls, Earl H. Harley ObjectiveTo update the medical literature...
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Cone Beam CT Versus Multislice CT: Radiologic Diagnostic Agreement in the Postoperative Assessment of Cochlear Implantation.
Cone Beam CT Versus Multislice CT: Radiologic Diagnostic Agreement in the Postoperative Assessment of Cochlear Implantation.: Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic concordance between multislice computed tomography (MSCT) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the early postoperative assessment...
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Air-Bone Gaps Contribute to Functional Hearing Preservation in Cochlear Implantation.
Air-Bone Gaps Contribute to Functional Hearing Preservation in Cochlear Implantation.: Objective: To examine the incidence and effect of postoperative air-bone gaps in subjects who received cochlear implants for the purpose of hearing preservation. Study Design: Prospective, multicenter, nonrandomized,...
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Allergic Reaction to Polyether Ether Ketone Following Cross-Reactivity to Epoxy Resin
Allergic Reaction to Polyether Ether Ketone Following Cross-Reactivity to Epoxy Resin: Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a thermoplastic polymer frequently used in engineering but also in medical devices. Only 1 case of allergic reaction to PEEK used as an implanted medical device has been reported so...
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Primary Nonendoscopic Endonasal Versus Delayed External Dacryocystorhinostomy in Acute Dacryocystitis.
Primary Nonendoscopic Endonasal Versus Delayed External Dacryocystorhinostomy in Acute Dacryocystitis.: Purpose: Conventional treatment for acute dacryocystitis consists of medical management followed by elective delayed external dacryocystorhinostomy (EXT-DCR). The purpose of this study was to compare...
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Biomechanics of the Levator Aponeurosis.
Biomechanics of the Levator Aponeurosis.: Purpose: To investigate biomechanical properties of the levator aponeurosis. Methods: Patients undergoing external levator resection for primary or revision correction of acquired ptosis were analyzed as primary and revision groups. Immediately postoperatively,...
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Speech audiometry and Spanish-English bilinguals: challenges in clinical practice.
Related Articles Speech audiometry and Spanish-English bilinguals: challenges in clinical practice. Am J Audiol. 2014 Sep;23(3):243-59 Authors: Shi LF Abstract PURPOSE: The Spanish-English bilingual population has been on a steady rise in the United States and is projected to continue to grow....
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Comparative tolerability of treatments for acute migraine
A network meta-analysis: Introduction Migraine headache is a neurological disorder whose attacks are associated with nausea, vomiting, photophobia and phonophobia. Treatments for migraine aim to either prevent attacks before they have started or relieve attacks (abort) after onset of symptoms and range...
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Discourse Strategies and the Production of Prosody by Prelingually Deaf Adolescent Cochlear Implant Users.
Discourse Strategies and the Production of Prosody by Prelingually Deaf Adolescent Cochlear Implant Users.: Objectives: The purpose of this study is to assess the use of discourse strategies and the production of prosody by prelingually deaf adolescent users of cochlear implants (CIs) when participating...
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Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome precipitated by airplane descent: Case report
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome precipitated by airplane descent: Case report: Background Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome (RCVS) is characterized by segmental vasospasm. Vasoactive agents and childbirth have been reported as precipitating factors for RCVS; however, RCVS induced...
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Stomal maturation does not increase the rate of tracheocutaneous fistulas
Stomal maturation does not increase the rate of tracheocutaneous fistulas: Objectives/Hypothesis To determine the rate of persistent tracheocutaneous fistula (TCF) in pediatric patients managed with stomal maturation at the time of the tracheostomy. Study Design Retrospective chart analysis of...
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Balance, community mobility, gaze instability, and dizziness handicap and assess falls risk in people who are conservatively managed with small vestibular schwannoma (VS)
Impacts of small vestibular schwannoma on community ambulation, postural, and ocular control: Objectives/Hypothesis To investigate balance, community mobility, gaze instability, and dizziness handicap and assess falls risk in people who are conservatively managed with small vestibular schwannoma (VS)....
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Midcervical scar satisfaction
in thyroidectomy patients: Objectives/Hypothesis Assess long-term patient satisfaction with conventional thyroidectomy scars and the impact of thyroidectomy scars on patient quality of life. Study Design Validated survey administration and retrospective review of clinical and demographic data....
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Treatment for Vocal Polyps: Lips and Tongue Trill.
Related Articles Treatment for Vocal Polyps: Lips and Tongue Trill. J Voice. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: de Vasconcelos D, Gomes AO, de Araújo CM Abstract Vocal polyps do not have a well-defined therapeutic indication. The recommended treatment is often laryngeal microsurgery, followed by postoperative...
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Stapedectomy in Teunissen-Cremers Syndrome: Intraoperative Findings and Hearing Outcomes.
Related Articles Stapedectomy in Teunissen-Cremers Syndrome: Intraoperative Findings and Hearing Outcomes. Otol Neurotol. 2016 Aug 12; Authors: Coombs AC, Bird PA Abstract OBJECTIVE: To describe the intraoperative findings and outcomes of stapedectomy surgery in Teunissen-Cremers syndrome. PATIENTS:...
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Long-term clinical follow-up and molecular testing for diagnosis of the first Tunisian family with Alström syndrome.
Related Articles Long-term clinical follow-up and molecular testing for diagnosis of the first Tunisian family with Alström syndrome. Eur J Med Genet. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Chakroun A, Ben Said M, Ennouri A, Achour I, Mnif M, Abid M, Ghorbel A, Marshall JD, Naggert JK, Masmoudi S Abstract Alström...
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A deafness and diabetes associated tRNA mutation caused the deficient pseudouridinylation at position 55 in tRNAGlu and mitochondrial dysfunction  .
Related Articles A deafness and diabetes associated tRNA mutation caused the deficient pseudouridinylation at position 55 in tRNAGlu and mitochondrial dysfunction  . J Biol Chem. 2016 Aug 12; Authors: Wang M, Liu H, Zheng J, Chen B, Zhou M, Fan W, Wang H, Liang X, Zhou X, Eriani G, Jiang P, Guan...
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[Influencing factors for the use of earplugs in workers exposed to noise in a city].
Related Articles [Influencing factors for the use of earplugs in workers exposed to noise in a city]. Zhonghua Lao Dong Wei Sheng Zhi Ye Bing Za Zhi. 2016 Apr 20;34(4):271-4 Authors: Zhu QR, Shao YX, Cao CJ, Wu X, Xie WQ, Xu M, Yang L, Xu LW Abstract OBJECTIVE: To investigate the current status...
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[Conductive hearing loss caused by ear canal stenosis].
Related Articles [Conductive hearing loss caused by ear canal stenosis]. Laryngorhinootologie. 2015 Sep;94(9):609-10 Authors: Franzen AM, Ihbe J, Lieder A PMID: 26212509 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] http://ift.tt/2b0XO6V
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head and neck; +136 new citations
136 new pubmed citations were retrieved for your search. Click on the search hyperlink below to display the complete search results: head and neck These pubmed results were generated on 2016/08/16 PubMed comprises more than 24 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science...
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Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: a rare complication of autologous stem cell transplantation.
Related Articles Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: a rare complication of autologous stem cell transplantation. Rom J Morphol Embryol. 2016;57(2):551-7 Authors: ColiŢă A, ColiŢă A, Dobrea CM, Tănase AD, Şaguna C, Ghimici CG, Manolache RM, Angelescu S, Barbu D, Grădinaru F, Lupu AR Abstract Hemophagocytic...
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Multiple primary tumors in a family with Li-Fraumeni syndrome with a TP53 germline mutation identified by next-generation sequencing.
Related Articles Multiple primary tumors in a family with Li-Fraumeni syndrome with a TP53 germline mutation identified by next-generation sequencing. Int J Biol Markers. 2016 Aug 5;:0 Authors: Zampiga V, Danesi R, Tedaldi G, Tebaldi M, Cangini I, Pirini F, Pittureri C, Amaducci E, Guidi L, Faedi...


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Poorly differentiated sinonasal tract malignancies: A review focusing on recently described entities.
Related Articles Poorly differentiated sinonasal tract malignancies: A review focusing on recently described entities. Cesk Patol. 2016;52(3):146-153 Authors: Agaimy A Abstract Sinonasal tract malignancies are uncommon, representing no more than 5% of all head and neck neoplasms. However, in contrast...
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Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome.
Related Articles Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome. Clin Chest Med. 2016 Sep;37(3):475-86 Authors: Gupta N, Sunwoo BY, Kotloff RM Abstract Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome (BHD) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder caused by mutations in the Folliculin gene and is characterized by the formation of fibrofolliculomas,...
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[Central venous catheter-related right atrial thrombosis in a patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma].
Related Articles [Central venous catheter-related right atrial thrombosis in a patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma]. G Ital Cardiol (Rome). 2016 May;17(5):388-90 Authors: Lanza D, Paolini R, Rodella E, Danesi TH, Cresce G, Salvador L, Roncon L Abstract Central venous catheters (CVC) are commonly used...
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The 100,000 Genomes Project.
Related Articles The 100,000 Genomes Project. BMJ. 2016;353:i1757 Authors: Peplow M PMID: 27075170 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] from #PubMed 3 via ola Kala on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2bkaJms via IFTTT
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Anticancer activity of pyrithione zinc in oral cancer cells identified in small molecule screens and xenograft model: Implications for oral cancer therapy.
Related Articles Anticancer activity of pyrithione zinc in oral cancer cells identified in small molecule screens and xenograft model: Implications for oral cancer therapy. Mol Oncol. 2015 Oct;9(8):1720-35 Authors: Srivastava G, Matta A, Fu G, Somasundaram RT, Datti A, Walfish PG, Ralhan R Abstract...
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A Chinese female Morvan patient with LGI1 and CASPR2 antibodies: a case report.
Related Articles A Chinese female Morvan patient with LGI1 and CASPR2 antibodies: a case report. BMC Neurol. 2016;16:37 Authors: Zhang L, Lu Q, Guan HZ, Mei JH, Ren HT, Liu MS, Peng B, Cui LY Abstract BACKGROUND: Morvan syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by the combination of peripheral...
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Traumatic Cochlear Nerve Avulsion Following Otic-Capsule Sparing Temporal Bone Fracture
Traumatic Cochlear Nerve Avulsion Following Otic-Capsule Sparing Temporal Bone Fracture: http://ift.tt/2bnvE5B
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Management of desmoid tumours: A nationwide survey of labelled reference centre networks in France.
Related Articles Management of desmoid tumours: A nationwide survey of labelled reference centre networks in France. Eur J Cancer. 2016 May;58:90-6 Authors: Penel N, Coindre JM, Bonvalot S, Italiano A, Neuville A, Le Cesne A, Terrier P, Ray-Coquard I, Ranchere-Vince D, Robin YM, Isambert N,...
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Autophagy and its current relevance to the diagnosis and clinical management of esophageal diseases.
Related Articles Autophagy and its current relevance to the diagnosis and clinical management of esophageal diseases. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2016 Aug 15; Authors: Langer R, Streutker CJ, Swanson PE Abstract Autophagy is an evolutionarily conserved cell survival program that degrades dysfunctional organelles...
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Association between residential proximity to environmental pollution sources and childhood renal tumors.
Related Articles Association between residential proximity to environmental pollution sources and childhood renal tumors. Environ Res. 2016 May;147:405-14 Authors: García-Pérez J, Morales-Piga A, Gómez J, Gómez-Barroso D, Tamayo-Uria I, Pardo Romaguera E, Fernández-Navarro P, López-Abente G, Ramis...
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Perspectives in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: From Hair to Eternity.
Related Articles Perspectives in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: From Hair to Eternity. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2016 Mar;101(3):759-68 Authors: Dunaif A Abstract CONTEXT: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common complex genetic disease. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, gonadotropin secretory...
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Late metastatic colon cancer masquerading as primary jejunal carcinoma.
Related Articles Late metastatic colon cancer masquerading as primary jejunal carcinoma. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2016 Mar;98(3):e49-51 Authors: Meshikhes AW, Joudeh AA Abstract Metastasis to the small bowel from a previously resected colorectal cancer is rare and may erroneously be diagnosed as...
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Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome.
Related ArticlesBirt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome.Clin Chest Med. 2016 Sep;37(3):475-86Authors: Gupta N, Sunwoo BY, Kotloff RMAbstractBirt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome (BHD) is a rare autosomal dominant disorder caused by mutations in the Folliculin gene and is characterized by the formation of fibrofolliculomas, early...
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A rare case of Ganglioneuroblastoma Encapsulated in Pheochromocytoma.
Related ArticlesA rare case of Ganglioneuroblastoma Encapsulated in Pheochromocytoma.Acta Medica (Hradec Kralove). 2016;59(2):67-69Authors: Sousa NV, Marques de Oliveira LC, Cortez PJ, Valenti VE, Garner DM, Irulegui RS, Moreira DAAbstractPheochromocytoma and Ganglioneuroblastoma are separate diseases...
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Integrated Cancer Screening Performance Indicators: A Systematic Review.
Related ArticlesIntegrated Cancer Screening Performance Indicators: A Systematic Review.PLoS One. 2016;11(8):e0161187Authors: Mema SC, Yang H, Vaska M, Elnitsky S, Jiang ZAbstractCancer screening guidelines recommend that women over 50 years regularly be screened for breast, cervical and colorectal cancers....
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Intracranial undifferentiated malign neuroglial tumor in Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome: A theory of a possible predisposing factor for primary brain tumors via a case report.
Related ArticlesIntracranial undifferentiated malign neuroglial tumor in Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome: A theory of a possible predisposing factor for primary brain tumors via a case report.Childs Nerv Syst. 2016 Aug 15;Authors: Aslan A, Borcek AO, Pamukcuoglu S, Baykaner MKAbstractBACKGROUND: Smith-Lemli-Opitz...
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Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: a rare complication of autologous stem cell transplantation.
Related ArticlesHemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis: a rare complication of autologous stem cell transplantation.Rom J Morphol Embryol. 2016;57(2):551-7Authors: ColiŢă A, ColiŢă A, Dobrea CM, Tănase AD, Şaguna C, Ghimici CG, Manolache RM, Angelescu S, Barbu D, Grădinaru F, Lupu ARAbstractHemophagocytic...
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Peritoneal Malignancy in Children: A Pictorial Review.
Related ArticlesPeritoneal Malignancy in Children: A Pictorial Review.Can Assoc Radiol J. 2016 Aug 11;Authors: James KM, Bogue CO, Murphy AJ, Navarro OMAbstractPeritoneal malignancies are a rare occurrence in children, often metastatic and rarely originating primarily in the peritoneum. The imaging findings...
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The 100,000 Genomes Project.
Related ArticlesThe 100,000 Genomes Project.BMJ. 2016;353:i1757Authors: Peplow MPMID: 27075170 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]http://ift.tt/2bkaJms
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[Prevention of radio-induced cancers].
Related Articles[Prevention of radio-induced cancers].Cancer Radiother. 2016 Aug 11;Authors: Cosset JM, Chargari C, Demoor C, Giraud P, Helfre S, Mornex F, Mazal AAbstractThe article deals with the prevention of cancers only directly related to therapeutic radiation which are distinguished from "secondary...
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Oncocytic Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms of the Pancreas: Imaging and Histopathological Findings.
Related ArticlesOncocytic Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms of the Pancreas: Imaging and Histopathological Findings.Pancreas. 2016 Aug 11;Authors: D'Onofrio M, De Robertis R, Tinazzi Martini P, Capelli P, Gobbo S, Morana G, Demozzi E, Marchegiani G, Girelli R, Salvia R, Bassi C, Pederzoli PAbstractOBJECTIVES:...
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Primary Leiomyosarcoma of the Great Saphenous Vein: Case Report and Review of the Literature.
Related ArticlesPrimary Leiomyosarcoma of the Great Saphenous Vein: Case Report and Review of the Literature.Ann Vasc Surg. 2016 Aug 10;Authors: Cangiano R, Orlandino G, Patitucci G, Lembo F, Fabrizio TAbstractSoft tissue sarcomas are very rare tumors, representing less than 1% of all cancers. Leiomyosarcomas...
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An unusual case of asymptomatic non-urothelial bladder tumour.
Related ArticlesAn unusual case of asymptomatic non-urothelial bladder tumour.Int J Surg Case Rep. 2016 Jul 14;27:18-20Authors: Ching D, Anastasiadis E, Sandhu SAbstractINTRODUCTION: Non-urothelial tumours are rare and account for less than 5% of all bladder tumours. Bladder paragangliomas also known...
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Multiple primary tumors in a family with Li-Fraumeni syndrome with a TP53 germline mutation identified by next-generation sequencing.
Related ArticlesMultiple primary tumors in a family with Li-Fraumeni syndrome with a TP53 germline mutation identified by next-generation sequencing.Int J Biol Markers. 2016 Aug 5;:0Authors: Zampiga V, Danesi R, Tedaldi G, Tebaldi M, Cangini I, Pirini F, Pittureri C, Amaducci E, Guidi L, Faedi M, Amadori...
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Invert biopanning: A novel method for efficient and rapid isolation of scFvs by phage display technology.
Related ArticlesInvert biopanning: A novel method for efficient and rapid isolation of scFvs by phage display technology.Biologicals. 2016 Aug 9;Authors: Rahbarnia L, Farajnia S, Babaei H, Majidi J, Veisi K, Tanomand A, Akbari BAbstractPhage display is a prominent screening technique for development...
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[Central venous catheter-related right atrial thrombosis in a patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma].
Related Articles[Central venous catheter-related right atrial thrombosis in a patient with Hodgkin's lymphoma].G Ital Cardiol (Rome). 2016 May;17(5):388-90Authors: Lanza D, Paolini R, Rodella E, Danesi TH, Cresce G, Salvador L, Roncon LAbstractCentral venous catheters (CVC) are commonly used in clinical...
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Epidemiological study on giant cell tumor recurrence at the Brazilian National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics.
Related ArticlesEpidemiological study on giant cell tumor recurrence at the Brazilian National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics.Rev Bras Ortop. 2016 Jul-Aug;51(4):459-65Authors: Júnior RC, Pereira MG, Garcia PB, Santos PA, Cavalcanti Ados S, Meohas WAbstractOBJECTIVE: Giant cell tumors are benign...
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Perspectives in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: From Hair to Eternity.
Related ArticlesPerspectives in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: From Hair to Eternity.J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2016 Mar;101(3):759-68Authors: Dunaif AAbstractCONTEXT: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common complex genetic disease. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, gonadotropin secretory changes,...
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Management of desmoid tumours: A nationwide survey of labelled reference centre networks in France.
Related ArticlesManagement of desmoid tumours: A nationwide survey of labelled reference centre networks in France.Eur J Cancer. 2016 May;58:90-6Authors: Penel N, Coindre JM, Bonvalot S, Italiano A, Neuville A, Le Cesne A, Terrier P, Ray-Coquard I, Ranchere-Vince D, Robin YM, Isambert N, Ferron G, Duffaud...
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A Chinese female Morvan patient with LGI1 and CASPR2 antibodies: a case report.
Related ArticlesA Chinese female Morvan patient with LGI1 and CASPR2 antibodies: a case report.BMC Neurol. 2016;16:37Authors: Zhang L, Lu Q, Guan HZ, Mei JH, Ren HT, Liu MS, Peng B, Cui LYAbstractBACKGROUND: Morvan syndrome is a rare disorder characterized by the combination of peripheral nerve hyperexcitability,...
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Association between residential proximity to environmental pollution sources and childhood renal tumors.
Related ArticlesAssociation between residential proximity to environmental pollution sources and childhood renal tumors.Environ Res. 2016 May;147:405-14Authors: García-Pérez J, Morales-Piga A, Gómez J, Gómez-Barroso D, Tamayo-Uria I, Pardo Romaguera E, Fernández-Navarro P, López-Abente G, Ramis RAbstractBACKGROUND:...
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Late metastatic colon cancer masquerading as primary jejunal carcinoma.
Related ArticlesLate metastatic colon cancer masquerading as primary jejunal carcinoma.Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2016 Mar;98(3):e49-51Authors: Meshikhes AW, Joudeh AAAbstractMetastasis to the small bowel from a previously resected colorectal cancer is rare and may erroneously be diagnosed as a primary small...
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Guidelines for Auditory Threshold Measurement for Significant Threshold Shift
Guidelines for Auditory Threshold Measurement for Significant Threshold Shift: The purpose of this article is to provide guidelines for determining a Significant Noise-Induced Threshold Shift in clinical trials involving human populations. The article reviews recommendations for the standards to be referenced...
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Decreased Levels of Circulating Cancer-Associated Protein Biomarkers Following Bariatric Surgery.
Related Articles Decreased Levels of Circulating Cancer-Associated Protein Biomarkers Following Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg. 2016 Aug 15; Authors: Farey JE, Fisher OM, Levert-Mignon AJ, Forner PM, Lord RV Abstract BACKGROUND: Epidemiological studies have identified obesity as a major risk factor...
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Diaphragmatic Hernia after Transhiatal Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer.
Related Articles Diaphragmatic Hernia after Transhiatal Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer. Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2016 Aug;49(4):306-8 Authors: Kim D, Kim SW, Hong JM Abstract Diaphragmatic hernia was found in a patient who had undergone transhiatal esophagectomy for early esophageal...
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Experiences Engaging Healthcare When Dizzy
Experiences Engaging Healthcare When Dizzy: Objective: Dizziness is a common yet difficult symptom to manage in patients seeking medical care. The purpose of this study was to describe the experiences of participants with dizziness engaging the medical community for help. Patients: Five hundred twenty...
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136 new pubmed citations were retrieved for your search. Click on the search hyperlink below to display the complete search results: head and neck These pubmed results were generated on 2016/08/16 PubMed comprises more than 24 million citations for biomedical literature from MEDLINE, life science...
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Enhancing radiosensitivity of TE1, TE8, and TE 11 esophageal squamous carcinoma cell lines by Hdm2-siRNA targeted gene therapy in vitro.
Related Articles Enhancing radiosensitivity of TE1, TE8, and TE 11 esophageal squamous carcinoma cell lines by Hdm2-siRNA targeted gene therapy in vitro. Bioimpacts. 2016;6(2):93-8 Authors: Pirayesh Islamian J, Mohammadi M, Baradaran B, Farajollahi A, Aghamiri SM, Asghari Jafarabadi M, Karami H,...
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“Measurement” of Tinnitus
“Measurement” of Tinnitus: Chronic tinnitus is the persistent sensation of hearing a sound that exists only inside the head. The prevalence of tinnitus in adults in the United States is estimated at 10 to 15%. For about 20% of these individuals the tinnitus is significantly bothersome. Although myriad...
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Clinical role of ramucirumab alone or in combination with paclitaxel for gastric and gastro-esophageal junction adenocarcinoma.
Related Articles Clinical role of ramucirumab alone or in combination with paclitaxel for gastric and gastro-esophageal junction adenocarcinoma. Onco Targets Ther. 2016;9:4539-48 Authors: Davidson M, Smyth EC, Cunningham D Abstract Cancers of the stomach and gastro-esophageal junction represent...
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Detection of Saccular Endolymphatic Hydrops in Ménière’s Disease Using a Modified Glycerol cVEMP Test in Combination With the Tuning Property Test
Detection of Saccular Endolymphatic Hydrops in Ménière’s Disease Using a Modified Glycerol cVEMP Test in Combination With the Tuning Property Test: Objective: To determine the optimal method for detecting saccular endolymphatic hydrops (EH) in patients with Ménière’s disease (MD) using a glycerol cervical...
Ιατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. Sfakianakis
Characterizing the role of a high-volume cancer resection ecosystem on low-volume, high-quality surgical care.
Related Articles Characterizing the role of a high-volume cancer resection ecosystem on low-volume, high-quality surgical care. Surgery. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Kothari AN, Blanco BA, Brownlee SA, Evans AE, Chang VA, Abood GJ, Settimi R, Raicu DS, Kuo PC Abstract BACKGROUND: Our objective was to...
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The Genomic Basis of Noise-induced Hearing Loss: A Literature Review Organized by Cellular Pathways
Otology & Neurotology: September 2016 – Volume 37 – Issue 8 – p e309–e316 doi: 10.1097/MAO.0000000000001073 Special Section: Pihl Research Guidance Papers The Genomic Basis of Noise-induced Hearing Loss: A Literature Review Organized by Cellular Pathways Clifford, Royce Ellen; Hoffer,...
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[Radiotherapy in cancers of the oesophagus, the gastric cardia and the stomach].
Related Articles [Radiotherapy in cancers of the oesophagus, the gastric cardia and the stomach]. Cancer Radiother. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Créhange G, Huguet F, Quero L, N'Guyen TV, Mirabel X, Lacornerie T Abstract Localized oesophageal and gastric cancers have a poor prognosis. In oesophageal...
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Cone Beam CT Versus Multislice CT: Radiologic Diagnostic Agreement in the Postoperative Assessment of Cochlear Implantation.
Cone Beam CT Versus Multislice CT: Radiologic Diagnostic Agreement in the Postoperative Assessment of Cochlear Implantation.: Objective: To evaluate the diagnostic concordance between multislice computed tomography (MSCT) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) in the early postoperative assessment...
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Individualized airway-covered stent implantation therapy for thoracogastric airway fistula after esophagectomy.
Related Articles Individualized airway-covered stent implantation therapy for thoracogastric airway fistula after esophagectomy. Surg Endosc. 2016 Aug 12; Authors: Han X, Li L, Zhao Y, Liu C, Jiao D, Ren K, Wu G Abstract BACKGROUND: Thoracogastric airway fistula (TGAF) is a rare and dangerous...
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Beyond the Selective Inhibition of Histone Deacetylase 6
Histone deacetylase 6 (HDAC6) catalyses the removal of acetyl groups from the lysine residues of a series of non-histone proteins, e.g., α-tubulin, Hsp90 and cortactin. HDAC6 is a unique deacetylase enzyme that is related to various processes that may be important in oncological, immunological and neurological...
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BRCA1-Associated Triple-Negative Breast Cancer and Potential Treatment for Ruthenium-Based Compounds
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is defined by the absence of expression of estrogen receptor (ER), progesterone receptor (PR), and a lack of overexpression or amplification of human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2). The clinicopathological characteristics of TNBC include a high grading,...
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Translational Challenge Models in Support of Efficacy Studies: Effect of Cerebral Hypoxia on Cognitive Performances in Rodents
Empirical evidence currently supports the idea that neurovascular dysfunction is involved in the neurodegenerative process of Alzheimer's disease (AD). In fact, epidemiological studies report that i) vascular risk factors are directly associated with an increased incidence of AD and ii) vascular lesions...
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The role of systemic steroids and phototherapy in the treatment of stable vitiligo: a randomized controlled trial
ABSTRACT Pathogenesis of vitiligo is believed to be multifactorial disease with a wide variety of therapeutic modalities. The aim of this work is to assess the efficacy of oral mini-pulse steroids (OMP) plus Nb-U.V.B in comparison to OMP alone and Nb-U.V.B alone in treating stable vitiligo. A prospective...

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Topical imiquimod in the treatment of extramammary Paget's disease: A 10 year retrospective analysis in an Asian tertiary centre
Abstract Extramammary Paget's disease (EMPD) is a rare intraepithelial adenocarcinoma usually found in apocrine-rich areas. Although surgery remains standard treatment, topical imiquimod has emerged as a promising drug for the treatment of EMPD in recent years. We present our experience in treating...
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The Vitamin D Receptor Regulates Tissue Resident Macrophage Response to Injury
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Aldosterone Synthase Inhibition Improves Glucose Tolerance in Zucker Diabetic Fatty (ZDF) Rats
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The PPARα agonist fenofibrate improves the musculoskeletal effects of exercise in ovariectomized rats
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Air-Bone Gaps Contribute to Functional Hearing Preservation in Cochlear Implantation.
Air-Bone Gaps Contribute to Functional Hearing Preservation in Cochlear Implantation.: Objective: To examine the incidence and effect of postoperative air-bone gaps in subjects who received cochlear implants for the purpose of hearing preservation. Study Design: Prospective, multicenter, nonrandomized,...
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In silico dissection of miRNA targetome polymorphisms and their role in regulating miRNA-mediated gene expression in esophageal cancer.
Related Articles In silico dissection of miRNA targetome polymorphisms and their role in regulating miRNA-mediated gene expression in esophageal cancer. Cell Biochem Biophys. 2016 Aug 12; Authors: Nariman-Saleh-Fam Z, Bastami M, Somi MH, Samadi N, Abbaszadegan MR, Behjati F, Ghaedi H, Tavakkoly-Bazzaz...
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Pediatric thyroid cancer
: An update from the SEER database 2007–2012 via International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Publication date: October 2016Source:International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Volume 89Author(s): Sarah Dermody, Andrew Walls, Earl H. HarleyObjectiveTo update...
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Autophagy and its current relevance to the diagnosis and clinical management of esophageal diseases.
Related Articles Autophagy and its current relevance to the diagnosis and clinical management of esophageal diseases. Ann N Y Acad Sci. 2016 Aug 15; Authors: Langer R, Streutker CJ, Swanson PE Abstract Autophagy is an evolutionarily conserved cell survival program that degrades dysfunctional organelles...
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Allergic Reaction to Polyether Ether Ketone Following Cross-Reactivity to Epoxy Resin
Allergic Reaction to Polyether Ether Ketone Following Cross-Reactivity to Epoxy Resin: Polyether ether ketone (PEEK) is a thermoplastic polymer frequently used in engineering but also in medical devices. Only 1 case of allergic reaction to PEEK used as an implanted medical device has been reported...
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Decreased Levels of Circulating Cancer-Associated Protein Biomarkers Following Bariatric Surgery.
Related Articles Decreased Levels of Circulating Cancer-Associated Protein Biomarkers Following Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg. 2016 Aug 15; Authors: Farey JE, Fisher OM, Levert-Mignon AJ, Forner PM, Lord RV Abstract BACKGROUND: Epidemiological studies have identified obesity as a major risk factor...
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Primary Nonendoscopic Endonasal Versus Delayed External Dacryocystorhinostomy in Acute Dacryocystitis.
Primary Nonendoscopic Endonasal Versus Delayed External Dacryocystorhinostomy in Acute Dacryocystitis.: Purpose: Conventional treatment for acute dacryocystitis consists of medical management followed by elective delayed external dacryocystorhinostomy (EXT-DCR). The purpose of this study was to compare...
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Functional and clinical significance of the integrin alpha chain CD49d expression in chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Related Articles Functional and clinical significance of the integrin alpha chain CD49d expression in chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Curr Cancer Drug Targets. 2016 Aug 9; Authors: Bo MD, Tissino E, Benedetti D, Caldana C, Bomben R, Del Poeta G, Gaidano G, Rossi FM, Bulian P, Zucchetto A, Gattei V...
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Biotransformation of Microcystins in Eukaryotic Cells - Possible Future Research Directions
Due to eutrophication processes in our water bodies, cyanobacterial blooms can develop worldwide. Most of these blooms are toxic. The most prominent cyanobacterial toxins are the group of the microcystins, which are cyclic heptapeptides, currently with more than 100 congeners known. The biotransformation...
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Acute Physical Stress Increases Serum Levels of Specific microRNAs
Introduction: MicroRNA (miR) is non-coding small RNA that regulate mRNA at the post-transcriptional level by degradation or inhibition. To find physical stress markers, we developed a rat model involving a simple and complicated stress and measured serum miR levels. </p><p> Materials and...
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Enhanced Expression of miR-199b-5p Promotes Proliferation of Pancreatic β-Cells by Down-Regulation of MLK3
Background: The initiation of -cell proliferation to recover reduced β -cell mass is considered as one of the attractive therapeutic approaches for type 1 and 2 diabetes. In this study, we investigated the involvement of miRNAs in -cell proliferation. </p><p> Methods: Global miRNA array analysis...
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Biosimilar Filgrastim in Autologous Peripheral Blood Hematopoietic Stem Cell Mobilization and Post-Transplant Hematologic Recovery
To date, two kinds of Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factors (G-CSF) have been approved for autologous peripheral blood hematopoietic stem cell (PBSCs) mobilization and posttransplant hematologic recovery after high-dose chemotherapy: filgrastim (originator and biosimilar) and lenograstim. Biosimilar...
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New Insights on the Mode of Action of Microcystins in Animal Cells - A Review
Microcystins (MCs) are the most commonly occurring hepatotoxins produced by cyanobacteria. The inhibition of PP2A is widely assumed as the principal mechanism of toxicity of MCs, however recently it has been found that MC modulates PP2A activity not only by direct inhibition of its activity, but also...
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Persistent GP130/STAT3 Signaling Contributes to the Resistance of Doxorubicin, Cisplatin, and MEK Inhibitor in Human Rhabdomyosarcoma Cells
To test the role of STAT3 in human rhabdomyosarcoma cells, genetic approaches were used to either knockdown the expression of STAT3 and GP130, an upstream activator of STAT3 using short hairpin RNA (shRNA) or express persistently active STAT3 protein. Knockdown expression of GP130 or STAT3 sensitized...
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Trypanosoma cruzi Invasion into Host Cells: A Complex Molecular Targets Interplay
Chagas' disease is still a worldwide threat, with estimated from 6 to 7 million infected people, mainly in Latin America. Despite all efforts, especially from international consortia (DNDi, NMTrypI), to develop an innovative therapeutic strategy against this disease, no candidate has achieved full requirements...
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A dynamic study of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee using an open MRI.
Related Articles A dynamic study of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee using an open MRI. Surg Radiol Anat. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Guenoun D, Vaccaro J, Le Corroller T, Barral PA, Lagier A, Pauly V, Coquart B, Coste J, Champsaur P Abstract Recent anatomical and radiological studies of the...
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Diaphragmatic Hernia after Transhiatal Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer.
Related Articles Diaphragmatic Hernia after Transhiatal Esophagectomy for Esophageal Cancer. Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2016 Aug;49(4):306-8 Authors: Kim D, Kim SW, Hong JM Abstract Diaphragmatic hernia was found in a patient who had undergone transhiatal esophagectomy for early esophageal...
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Biomechanics of the Levator Aponeurosis.
Biomechanics of the Levator Aponeurosis.: Purpose: To investigate biomechanical properties of the levator aponeurosis. Methods: Patients undergoing external levator resection for primary or revision correction of acquired ptosis were analyzed as primary and revision groups. Immediately postoperatively,...
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Prevalence of ponticulus posticus among patients with different dental malocclusions by digital lateral cephalogram: a comparative study.
Related Articles Prevalence of ponticulus posticus among patients with different dental malocclusions by digital lateral cephalogram: a comparative study. Surg Radiol Anat. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Adisen MZ, Misirlioglu M Abstract PURPOSE: The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence...
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Comparative tolerability of treatments for acute migraine
A network meta-analysis: Introduction Migraine headache is a neurological disorder whose attacks are associated with nausea, vomiting, photophobia and phonophobia. Treatments for migraine aim to either prevent attacks before they have started or relieve attacks (abort) after onset of symptoms and range...
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Anatomic variations of levator scapulae in a normal cohort: an MRI study.
Related Articles Anatomic variations of levator scapulae in a normal cohort: an MRI study. Surg Radiol Anat. 2016 Aug 11; Authors: Au J, Webb AL, Buirski G, Smith PN, Pickering MR, Perriman DM Abstract PURPOSE: Accessory attachments of the levator scapulae (LS) muscle have been described in the...
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Enhancing radiosensitivity of TE1, TE8, and TE 11 esophageal squamous carcinoma cell lines by Hdm2-siRNA targeted gene therapy in vitro.
Related Articles Enhancing radiosensitivity of TE1, TE8, and TE 11 esophageal squamous carcinoma cell lines by Hdm2-siRNA targeted gene therapy in vitro. Bioimpacts. 2016;6(2):93-8 Authors: Pirayesh Islamian J, Mohammadi M, Baradaran B, Farajollahi A, Aghamiri SM, Asghari Jafarabadi M, Karami H,...
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Massive Tension Pneumocephalus Following Cochlear Implant Surgery.
Objective: To report clinical presentation, management and outcomes of a rare complication of cochlear implant surgery. Patient: A 68-year-old man, affected by profound bilateral deafness because of superficial cerebral hemosiderosis, presented to Authors' Department 8 days after cochlear implant surgery...
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Pseudo-low Frequency Hearing Loss and Its Improvement After Treatment May Be Objective Signs of Significant Vascular Pathology in Patients With Pulsatile Tinnitus.
Objective: In patients with pulsatile tinnitus (PT), physical examination such as auscultation with head position change or digital compression over the ipsilateral jugular vein provides physicians with important information. However, objective diagnosis of PT is sometimes limited because 1) audible...
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Real Incidence of Vestibular Schwannoma? Estimations From a National Registry.
Objective: To identify incidence of vestibular schwannoma (VS) in the Netherlands. Determining incidence of VS poses considerable challenges given the lack of complete epidemiologic data. Study Design: Retrospective patient review. Setting: Tertiary referral center. Patients: Patients with VS in the...
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Hearing Results After Tympanoplasty Are Stable Short-term: A Prospective Database Study.
Objective: To evaluate the short-term stability of postoperative hearing results after tympanoplasty. Study Design: Prospective database study. Setting: Tertiary referral center. Patients: 1,367 cases of tympanoplasty I-IV were registered in the OTOKIR database between February 2004 and November 2013....
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Immature Orbital Teratoma With Intracranial Extension.
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Effect of Electromagnetic Wave on Bone Healing in Fixed and Unfixed Conditions.
Mobile phones have come into daily life and are now one of the most frequently used devices for communication. The aim of this study was to evaluate possible effect of electromagnetic wave (EMW) with and without fixation material on bone healing. Forty male rats were exposed to fracture on tibia bone...
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Comparison of Clinical Outcome of Facial Artery Myomucosal Flap and Tongue Flap for Closure of Large Anterior Palatal Fistulas.
Closure of large anterior palatal fistula has high recurrence rate. The objective of this study was to compare the clinical outcome of facial artery myomucosal flap (FAMM flap) and tongue flap used for closure of large anterior palatal fistula. This study was conducted from March 2008 to March 2014....
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New Clinical Analysis and Device for Botox Injections.
Background: Clinical botulinum toxin (BT) injections are done into recognized anatomical sites with no precise reference lines to make records of our treatments and to plan and position the toxin. Botulinum toxin injections are also characterized for different level of pain on different sites of injection....
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Acute Palatal Perforation and Peroperative Repair Method During Septoplasty Operation.
Septoplasty is a frequent and relatively low-risk procedure in otolaryngology practice. Palatal perforation complication is very rare in the literature and only a few patients have been reported. In this clinical report, a patient with palatal perforation that has been developed and noticed during the...
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Anthropometric Parameters for Access to Sella Turcica Through the Nostril.
The pituitary gland is located in the sella turcica. Pituitary tumors constitute approximately 15% of intracranial benign tumors. "Endo nasal endoscopic trans-sphenoidal" method is an appropriate surgical technique to remove this tumor. In this operation an endoscope enters the nasal cavity through the...
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Delayed Acute Subdural Hematoma Associated With Percutaneous Coronary Intervention.
Background: Delayed acute subdural hematoma (DASH) is a subdural hematoma which is detected later. An initial computed tomography (CT) does not reveal any intracranial hemorrhage at all. Few patients of DASH after mild traumatic brain injury associated with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) have...
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Early Onset Tension Pneumocranium Due to Barotrauma-Related Pneumomediastinum After Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Placement.
The placement of ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt is a common procedure of treatment for hydrocephalus. So, postoperative complications are various and the incidence is not rare. But acute onset pneumocranium is very rare. And this is the first case about barotrauma-related pneumomediastinum ascending...
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Mutational Analysis of TCOF1, GSC, and HOXA2 in Patients With Treacher Collins Syndrome.
Treacher Collins syndrome is an autosomal dominant craniofacial malformation mainly caused by mutations in the TCOF1 gene. Few cases have been observed in the Chinese population. Herein, the authors report the mutational analysis of TCOF1, GSC, and HOXA2 to determine the mutational features of the 3...
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Odontogenic Mixoma in a Ten-Year-Old Patient.
Odontogenic myxomas are benign, rarely seen intraosseous tumors arising from the embryonic connective tissue associated to tooth formation. The authors present the case of a 10-year-old patient affected by this entity. (C) 2016 by Mutaz B. Habal, MD. http://ift.tt/2b8tPLZ
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Orbital Floor Thickness in Adult Patients With Isolated Orbital Floor Fracture Lateral to the Infraorbital Nerved.
Orbital floor fractures commonly occur just medial to the junction of the infraorbital nerve and the inferior orbital fissure because the bone is thinner posteromedial to the infraorbital nerve than that lateral to the nerve. The authors previously reported 2 pediatric patients with an isolated orbital...
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Mean Platelet Volume as a Potential Predictor of Cholesteatoma in Children.
Objectives: Cholesteatoma is a chronic inflammatory clinical disorder, and it may cause hearing loss and various complications due to its destructive nature. Mean platelet volume (MPV) is a prothrombotic and proinflammatory marker. The aim of this study is to investigate predictive values of MPV, neutrophil-to-lymphocyte...
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Surgical Management of Myofibroma of the Gengiva.
The purpose of this paper is to report a rare patient of oral myofibroma in a 12-year old patient and to describe its clinical, histopathologic, and immunohistochemical features to establish the correct diagnosis and surgical management. Pathological and immunohistochemical examination is a mandatory...
Medicine by Sfakianakis G. Alexandros
Recurrent Cranial Chronic Subdural Hematoma due to Cervical Cerebrospinal Fluid Fistula: Repair of Both Entities in the Same Session.
Cranial chronic subdural hematoma (CSH) occurs secondary to trauma or just spontaneously. In this clinical report, the authors presented a 39-year-old male patient who was admitted with cranial CSH. In further assessment of the patient, the authors found an underlying cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak at...
Medicine by Sfakianakis G. Alexandros
Figure-of-Eight Suspension Suture in Open Technique Septorhinoplasty.
The aim of this study was to describe a novel surgical suture technique for achieving ideal nasal tip rotation and projection with nasal supratip angle. The figure-of-eight suspension suture (FOESS) technique was used in 68 patients who underwent open technique septorhinoplasty operation between the...
Medicine by Sfakianakis G. Alexandros
The Application of Absolute Ethanol in the Treatment of Mucocele of the Glands of Blandin-Nuhn.
Mucocele of the anterior lingual salivary glands is a more common cystic lesion, especially in patients aged less than 20 years. The study is aimed to observe the effect of treatment by injection of absolute ethanol instead of surgery. Fourteen outpatients diagnosed as mucocele of the glands of Blandin-Nuhn...



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