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Κυριακή 17 Ιουλίου 2016

OtoRhinoLaryngology & Medicine,New Articles,July 18th,2016


Breast, Ovarian, and Prostate Cancer GWAS Meta-Analysis [Research Articles]

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοSquamous cell carcinoma (SCC) - Cancer - MelanomaΠριν από 41 δευτερόλεπτα
Breast, ovarian, and prostate cancers are hormone-related and may have a shared genetic basis, but this has not been investigated systematically by genome-wide association (GWA) studies. Meta-analyses combining the largest GWA meta-analysis data sets for these cancers totaling 112,349 cases and 116,421 controls of European ancestry, all together and in pairs, identified at *P* < 10–8 seven new cross-cancer loci: three associated with susceptibility to all three cancers (rs17041869/2q13/*BCL2L11*; rs7937840/11q12/*INCENP*; rs1469713/19p13/*GATAD2A*), two breast and ovarian cancer r... περισσότερα »

The facial base of the nose

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Nasal or canthal-alar parentheses: A study of the facial base of the nose via European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases Source:European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases Author(s): G. Bonfort, D.T. Nguyen, C. Rumeau, R. Jankowski ObjectivesThe facial implantation of the osseous nasal pyramid corresponds to the piriform aperture, the shape of… Continue reading The facial base of the nose

Atypical Rapidly Enlarging Orbital Schwannoma.

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Atypical Rapidly Enlarging Orbital Schwannoma.: Orbital schwannomas are typically slow-growing benign tumors that can cause gradual loss of vision, proptosis, and limitation of ocular motility. The authors present an atypical case of a rapidly growing orbital apex schwannoma in a patient with preexisting vision loss secondary to presumed sarcoidal optic neuritis. Contrary to the slowly… Continue reading Atypical Rapidly Enlarging Orbital Schwannoma.

Assessing basophil activation by flow cytometry and mass cytometry

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
in blood stored 24 hours before analysis via Allergy and Clinical Immunology Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Author(s): Kaori Mukai, Nicolas Gaudenzio, Sheena Gupta, Nora Vivanco, Sean C. Bendall, Holden T. Maecker, Rebecca S. Chinthrajah, Mindy Tsai, Kari C. Nadeau, Stephen J. Galli BackgroundBasophil activation tests (BATs) have promise for research and for clinical… Continue reading Assessing basophil activation by flow cytometry and mass cytometry

Inflammatory patterns based on T-helper cell cytokines and granulocyte inflammation markers in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Diversity of T-helper cytokine-profiles in chronic rhinosinusitis: A multicenter study in Europe, Asia and Oceania via Allergy and Clinical Immunology Source:Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology Author(s): Xiangdong Wang, Nan Zhang, Mingyu Bo, Gabriele Holtappels, Ming Zheng, Hongfei Lou, Hong Wang, Luo Zhang, Claus Bachert BackgroundTo date no study has evaluated the diversity of T-helper… Continue reading Inflammatory patterns based on T-helper cell cytokines and granulocyte inflammation markers in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis

Endovascular Therapy for Large Vessel Vasculopathy in HIV-infected Patients

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Author(s): B. Pillay, P.K. Ramdial, D.P. Naidoo, B. Sartorius, D. Singh ObjectivesTo evaluate outcomes after endovascular treatment of patients with aneurysmal or occlusive vasculopathy in HIV-infected patients.MethodsRetrospective analysis of a prospective database of treatment outcomes in patients with HIV related vasculopathies… Continue reading Endovascular Therapy for Large Vessel Vasculopathy in HIV-infected Patients

Increased Bone Resorption: A Possible Pathophysiological Link Between Hypovitaminosis D and Peripheral Arterial Disease

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Author(s): L. Pasqualini, S. Ministrini, A. Macura, E. Marini, C. Leli, D. Siepi, R. Lombardini, M.N. Kararoudi, A.M. Scarponi, G. Schillaci, M. Pirro, E. Mannarino Objective/BackgroundVitamin D deficiency has been associated with the prevalence and severity of peripheral arterial disease (PAD);… Continue reading Increased Bone Resorption: A Possible Pathophysiological Link Between Hypovitaminosis D and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Characteristics of oncocytic lipoadenoma of the submandibular gland: a case report

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Characteristics of oncocytic lipoadenoma of the submandibular gland: a case report: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2016, pages 4-7<br>10.1080/23772484.2016.1167605<br>Seth E. Pross Abstract Jump to section Introduction Case report Discussion Conclusion Disclosure statement Oncocytic lipoadenoma is an extremely rare benign salivary gland tumor with few reported cases. We provide a comprehensive description of key radiographic features… Continue reading Characteristics of oncocytic lipoadenoma of the submandibular gland: a case report

Non-functional lingual thyroid presenting with severe obstructive sleep apnea

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Non-functional lingual thyroid presenting with severe obstructive sleep apnea: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2016, pages 8-11<br>10.1080/23772484.2016.1158619<br>Brian Manzi Abstract Jump to section Background Case report Discussion Conclusion Disclosure statement Lingual thyroid occurs when the thyroid fails to descend embryologically. Case presentation of a 20-year old morbidly obese female with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and hypothyroidism… Continue reading Non-functional lingual thyroid presenting with severe obstructive sleep apnea

Rapid Drink Challenge in high-resolution manometry

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
an adjunctive test for detection of esophageal motility disorders: Abstract Background/Aims The Chicago Classification for diagnosis of esophageal motility disorders by high-resolution manometry (HRM) is based on single water swallows (SWS). Emerging data suggest that a “Rapid Drink Challenge” (RDC) increases sensitivity for motility disorders. This study establishes normal values and diagnostic thresholds for RDC… Continue reading Rapid Drink Challenge in high-resolution manometry

“Wild type” GIST: Clinicopathological features and clinical practice

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 δευτερόλεπτα
Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a mesenchymal tumor of the gastrointestinal tract. Mutation of KIT and PDGFRA genes is implicated in the tumorigenesis. Approximately 10% of GISTs do not harbor mutation of these genes, and they are designated as «wild type» GIST. They are classified into succinate dehydrogenase (SDH)-deficient and non-SDH-deficient groups. SDH-deficient group includes… Continue reading “Wild type” GIST: Clinicopathological features and clinical practice

Simvastatin monotherapy as a potential option for statin-associated muscle symptoms: a case report

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 5 δευτερόλεπτα
Summary What is known and objectives Choosing an alternative statin is recommended when managing statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS) and new hydrophilic statins are often suggested. We report on a case of statin-associated muscle damage that was successfully managed by simplifying the patient's combination therapy with simvastatin–ezetimibe to simvastatin alone. Case summary The patient experienced SAMS when he was successively treated with atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, Xuezhikang capsule and combined simvastatin/ezetimibe therapy. However, the patient tolerated simvastatin t... περισσότερα »

Gradual thrombocytopenia induced by long-term trastuzumab exposure

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 5 δευτερόλεπτα
Summary What is known and objective Unexplained thrombocytopenia is a common clinical problem, and the possibility of drug-induced thrombocytopenia must be considered. Moreover, chemotherapy agents are known to typically cause thrombocytopenia by suppressing haematopoiesis, but they can also cause immune thrombocytopenia in which the mechanism involves antibody-mediated platelet destruction. Case description We report a case of severe thrombocytopenia related to trastuzumab administration in which the patient exhibits a slow drift downward in platelet counts with repeated cycles ... περισσότερα »

Endovascular Therapy for Large Vessel Vasculopathy in HIV-infected Patients

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΕνδοκρινολογίαΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Author(s): B. Pillay, P.K. Ramdial, D.P. Naidoo, B. Sartorius, D. Singh ObjectivesTo evaluate outcomes after endovascular treatment of patients with aneurysmal or occlusive vasculopathy in HIV-infected patients.MethodsRetrospective analysis of a prospective database of treatment outcomes in patients with HIV related vasculopathies between April 2005 and September 2015.ResultsSixty HIV patients presented with post-traumatic pseudoaneurysm formation (n = 7), aneurysmal disease... περισσότερα »

Increased Bone Resorption: A Possible Pathophysiological Link Between Hypovitaminosis D and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΕνδοκρινολογίαΠριν από 8 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Author(s): L. Pasqualini, S. Ministrini, A. Macura, E. Marini, C. Leli, D. Siepi, R. Lombardini, M.N. Kararoudi, A.M. Scarponi, G. Schillaci, M. Pirro, E. Mannarino Objective/BackgroundVitamin D deficiency has been associated with the prevalence and severity of peripheral arterial disease (PAD); nevertheless, data on bone turnover in patients with PAD is lacking. The present study investigates a possible relationship between the markers of bone turnover and the presence and... περισσότερα »

“Lupoid hepatitis” in SLE patients and mice with experimental lupus

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Stepan Shumyak, Li-Jun Yang, Shuhong Han, Haoyang Zhuang, Westley H. Reeves The unusual subset of patients with severe hepatitis, hypergammaglobulinemia, arthritis, and LE cells in the blood reported by Henry Kunkel and others suggested to these investigators that "lupoid" hepatitis might share pathogenic mechanisms with SLE. More than half a century later, the etiology of autoimmune hepatitis remains unclear. The occurrence of autoimmune hepatitis in a small fraction (about 3%) of SLE patients ... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

A non-invasive approach to monitor chronic lymphocytic leukemia engraftment in a xenograft mouse model using ultra-small superparamagnetic iron oxide-magnetic resonance imaging (USPIO-MRI)

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Francesca Valdora, Giovanna Cutrona, Serena Matis, Fortunato Morabito, Carlotta Massucco, Laura Emionite, Simona Boccardo, Luca Basso, Anna Grazia Recchia, Sandra Salvi, Francesca Rosa, Massimo Gentile, Marco Ravina, Daniele Pace, Angela Castronovo, Michele Cilli, Mauro Truini, Massimo Calabrese, Antonino Neri, Carlo Emanuele Neumaier, Franco Fais, Gabriella Baio, Manlio Ferrarini Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most prevalent leukemia among adults. Despite its indolent nature, CLL rema... περισσότερα »

B cell-independent contribution of BAFF to murine autoimmune disease

Αλέξανδρος ΣφακιανάκηςστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 13 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): William Stohl, Agnes Banfalvi BAFF blockade is efficacious in murine and human SLE. Whereas the attendant reduction in B cells contributes to the efficacy, it remains unresolved whether a B cell-independent component also contributes. Since accurate assessment of a B cell-independent component can only be made in a B cell-independent autoimmune disease, we investigated MOG35–55-induced EAE in C57BL/6 mice. Neither pharmacologic neutralization nor genetic elimination of BAFF affected disease, nor ... περισσότερα »

Presence of Citrullinated Histone H3-Positive Neutrophils in Microscopic Polyangiitis from the Early Phase: An Autopsy Proven Case

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract A 76-year-old man was admitted with general fatigue, weight loss, fever, headache, renal failure, and a high serum level of myeloperoxidase-antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody. Biopsy revealed citrullinated histone H3 (citH3)-positive neutrophils adherent to the temporal artery endothelium. Three days after completing pulse steroid therapy, he suffered from a sudden disturbance of consciousness and died. On autopsy, the kidneys showed the most severe vasculitis with dense infiltration of citH3-positive neutrophils. The lungs showed intra-alveolar hemorrhage due to capilla... περισσότερα »

“Lupoid hepatitis” in SLE patients and mice with experimental lupus

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Stepan Shumyak, Li-Jun Yang, Shuhong Han, Haoyang Zhuang, Westley H. Reeves The unusual subset of patients with severe hepatitis, hypergammaglobulinemia, arthritis, and LE cells in the blood reported by Henry Kunkel and others suggested to these investigators that "lupoid" hepatitis might share pathogenic mechanisms with SLE. More than half a century later, the etiology of autoimmune hepatitis remains unclear. The occurrence of autoimmune hepatitis in a small fraction (about 3%) of SLE patients ... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

A non-invasive approach to monitor chronic lymphocytic leukemia engraftment in a xenograft mouse model using ultra-small superparamagnetic iron oxide-magnetic resonance imaging (USPIO-MRI)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Francesca Valdora, Giovanna Cutrona, Serena Matis, Fortunato Morabito, Carlotta Massucco, Laura Emionite, Simona Boccardo, Luca Basso, Anna Grazia Recchia, Sandra Salvi, Francesca Rosa, Massimo Gentile, Marco Ravina, Daniele Pace, Angela Castronovo, Michele Cilli, Mauro Truini, Massimo Calabrese, Antonino Neri, Carlo Emanuele Neumaier, Franco Fais, Gabriella Baio, Manlio Ferrarini Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most prevalent leukemia among adults. Despite its indolent nature, CLL rema... περισσότερα »

B cell-independent contribution of BAFF to murine autoimmune disease

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): William Stohl, Agnes Banfalvi BAFF blockade is efficacious in murine and human SLE. Whereas the attendant reduction in B cells contributes to the efficacy, it remains unresolved whether a B cell-independent component also contributes. Since accurate assessment of a B cell-independent component can only be made in a B cell-independent autoimmune disease, we investigated MOG35–55-induced EAE in C57BL/6 mice. Neither pharmacologic neutralization nor genetic elimination of BAFF affected disease, nor ... περισσότερα »

Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 16 δευτερόλεπτα
Summary Objective The purpose of the research was to evaluate skin elasticity and reduction in the aging eye area using a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser treatment, cutometric measurements and photographic documentation. Material and methods This study included 24 patients (21 women, three men), aged 33–50 years (the average age was 44.6) with Fitzpatrick skin type II and III. They received five successive treatment sessions with a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser in 2-week intervals. Biomechanical properties of the skin were measured by using Cutometer (Courage+Khazaka ... περισσότερα »

After surgical treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease dysphagia is a symptom in the majority of patients

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
POSTFUNDOPLICATION DYSPHAGIA CAUSES SIMILAR WATER INGESTION DYNAMICS AS ACHALASIA: ABSTRACT Background - After surgical treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease dysphagia is a symptom in the majority of patients, with decrease in intensity over time. However, some patients may have persistent dysphagia. Objective - The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the dynamics of water ingestion in patients with postfundoplication dysphagia compared with patients with dysphagia caused by achalasia, idiopathic or consequent to Chagas' disease, and controls. Methods - Thirty-thr... περισσότερα »

Urea breath test (UBT) with carbon isotope 13 in comparison with histopathology of gastric antrum for detection of H. pylori infection

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY OF UREA BREATH TEST FOR HELICOBACTER PYLORI INFECTION IN CHILDREN WITH DYSPEPSIA IN COMPARISON TO HISTOPATHOLOGY: ABSTRACT Background - Helicobacter pylori infection is the gram negative bacillus with the close association with chronic antral gastritis. Objective - In this study, we evaluate the accuracy of urea breath test (UBT) with carbon isotope 13 in comparison with histopathology of gastric antrum for detection of H. pylori infection in children with dyspepsia. Methods - This cross-sectional study was performed at specialized laboratory of Shiraz Gastroente... περισσότερα »

Antimicrobial resistance is the major factor leading to eradication failure in H. pylori treatment

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
MOLECULAR DETECTION OF CLARITHROMYCIN AND FLUOROQUINOLONES RESISTANCE IN HELICOBACTER PYLORI INFECTION, DIRECTLY APPLIED TO GASTRIC BIOPSIES, IN AN URBAN BRAZILIAN POPULATION: ABSTRACT Background - Antimicrobial resistance is the major factor leading to eradication failure in H. pylori treatment. Molecular tests are useful to detect genetic mutations predictive of clarithromycin and fluoroquinolones resistance. Knowledge of the local prevalence rate of resistance is important to define the best recommended treatment. Objective - To assess the prevalence of primary resistance of H. p... περισσότερα »

Supragastric belching,Hiccups,and Aerophagia

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Supragastric belching – case report of a severe handicap: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2016, pages 1-3<br>10.1080/23772484.2016.1151330<br>Eva Ellegård Abstract *Objective* To report a case of severe supragastric belching and review the literature.*Methods* A clinical case report and PubMed search of supragastric belching. *Results* In literature, treatment options have so far not been encouraging. In this report, we can present one patient with severe supragastric belching being cured by therapy of speech and language pathologist. *Conclusion* To the best of our knowledge, we... περισσότερα »

Bifid Facial Nerve Trunk: Anatomic and Surgical Considerations.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Bifid Facial Nerve Trunk: Anatomic and Surgical Considerations.: The segment of the facial nerve (FN) between its emergence from the skull through the stylomastoid foramen and its bifurcation at the parotid area is referred to as the FN trunk (FNT). Injury to the facial nerve trunk is among the most undesirable outcomes following different otologic, plastic, maxillofacial, and neurosurgical procedures. These procedures frequently involve manipulation and isolation of this segment, and meticulous dissection should be practiced to avoid iatrogenic damage to the nerve. Identification a... περισσότερα »

Reconstructive Surgery in Times of Conflict.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Reconstructive Surgery in Times of Conflict.: Background: Smile Train is a charitable organization that partners with and trains surgeons in developing countries to provide surgical care to patients with cleft lip/palate deformities. The organization supports surgeries in several countries that experience high levels of regional conflict and violence. Nigeria, a country where Smile Train is very active, has undergone numerous periods of extreme violence over the past 12 years. The purpose of the present study is to analyze how local violence and conflict have impacted the ability of... περισσότερα »

Improved Virtual Planning for Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Improved Virtual Planning for Bimaxillary Orthognathic Surgery.: Conventional model surgery planning for bimaxillary orthognathic surgery can be laborious, time-consuming and may contain potential errors; hence three-dimensional (3D) virtual orthognathic planning has been proven to be an efficient, reliable, and cost-effective alternative. In this report, the 3D planning is described for a patient presenting with a Class III incisor relationship on a Skeletal III base with pan facial asymmetry complicated by reverse overjet and anterior open bite. A combined scan data of direct cone... περισσότερα »

Detailed Anatomical Analysis of the Sphenoid Sinus and Sphenoid Sinus Ostium by Cone-Beam Computed Tomography.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Detailed Anatomical Analysis of the Sphenoid Sinus and Sphenoid Sinus Ostium by Cone-Beam Computed Tomography.: The aim of this study is the evaluation of the anatomical structures of sphenoid sinus ostium used as a reference point for transsphenoidal surgery by cone beam computed tomography. The authors' study was performed using the cone-beam computed tomography images of 16 to 82-year old 200 (112 female, 88 male) patients (Newton 5G, Verona, Italy). Septum deviation of sphenoid sinus and the distance between 2 ostia were evaluated by coronal and axial sections, respectively. Pne... περισσότερα »

Management of Zygomatic Fractures: A National Survey.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Management of Zygomatic Fractures: A National Survey.: Introduction: Repair of zygomatic fractures can be classified into the early closed reduction or the more recent open reduction and rigid internal fixation (ORIF) methods. Surgical training and literature advocate ORIF, but the actual frequency of the different techniques in clinical practice is unknown. The purpose of this study was to determine the current trends in the management of zygomatic fractures among US surgeons and elucidate their influences. Methods: A 10-question survey was developed and distributed to over 16,000 ... περισσότερα »

Primary Intraosseous Hemangioma of the Orbital Roof: A Pitfall of Surgery.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Primary Intraosseous Hemangioma of the Orbital Roof: A Pitfall of Surgery.: A primary intraosseous hemangioma (IOH) of the orbital bone is extremely rare. The preferred method of treatment for IOH is total surgical excision with reconstruction. Herein, the authors describe a patient with an orbital roof IOH and the unexpected complications of ptosis and deteriorated exophthalmos. These findings showed that the total surgical excision and subsequent reconstruction provided adequate decompression and prevented further ocular complications from the orbital wall defect. (C) 2016 by Muta... περισσότερα »

Clinical Evaluation of an Unsintered Hydroxyapatite/Poly-L-Lactide Osteoconductive Composite Device for the Internal Fixation of Maxillofacial Fractures.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Clinical Evaluation of an Unsintered Hydroxyapatite/Poly-L-Lactide Osteoconductive Composite Device for the Internal Fixation of Maxillofacial Fractures.: Introduction: OSTEOTRANS MX (Takiron Co, Ltd, Osaka, Japan) is a resorbable osteosynthetic material composed of an unsintered hydroxyapatite/poly-l-lactide composite, and its osteoconductive capacity has been documented. The authors here report their clinical experience using OSTEOTRANS MX. Methods: The authors treated 35 patients (19 men, 16 women; age, 14-88 years; mean +/- standard deviation, 38.4 +/- 19.9 years) with maxillofa... περισσότερα »

Penetrating Head and Neck Trauma

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Multidisciplinary Team Treatment of Penetrating Head and Neck Trauma.: Penetrating head and neck trauma could cause significant mortality because of many important structures located in the brain and neck. Although high-velocity penetrating brain injury is often reported, reports of low-velocity, combined head and neck penetrating injury are rare. Hereby, the authors present a case of an old man who had encountered a serious accident, a 29-cm iron fork penetrated into his neck, through the skull base and into brain. After treatment by multidisciplinary team, the patient was in rehab... περισσότερα »

Midfacial Protraction With Skeletal Anchorage After Pterygomaxillary Separation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Midfacial Protraction With Skeletal Anchorage After Pterygomaxillary Separation.: The present article reports the treatment of a 7-year-old girl with maxillary hypoplasia associated with multiple tooth agenesis through maxillary protraction with skeletal anchorage and pterygomaxillary separation. Two titanium mini-plates were placed in the lateral region of the nasal cavity and used as anchorage for maxillary protraction with a reverse-pull facemask. Pterygomaxillary separation was also performed to enhance the effects of maxillary protraction. One week after surgery, 300 g of force... περισσότερα »

Efficacy of Topical Timolol as Primary Monotherapy in Cutaneous Facial Infantile Hemangiomas.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Efficacy of Topical Timolol as Primary Monotherapy in Cutaneous Facial Infantile Hemangiomas.: Recent studies have shown that infantile hemangiomas (IHs) undergo a rapid growth phase between 5.5 and 7.5 weeks of life and do not usually proliferate beyond 6 months; growth thereafter is usually proportionate to the child's growth. This review assesses the evidence for topical timolol as primary monotherapy for cutaneous facial IHs before 12 months of age, and to determine the differences in outcome between early (before 6 months) and late initiation (after 6 months) of timolol. A revi... περισσότερα »

Sarcoidosis Nodules on the Lateral Nasal Osteotomy Lines.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Sarcoidosis Nodules on the Lateral Nasal Osteotomy Lines.: Sarcoidosis is a multisystem inflammatory disease that manifests as noncaseating granulomas, commonly in the lungs and intrathoracic lymph nodes. Subcutaneous manifestations of sarcoidosis that are caused by granulomas are referred to as specific for sarcoidosis, whereas other lesions are considered nonspecific. The authors present "sarcoidosis nodule formation on the lateral nasal osteotomy lines" in a sarcoidosis patient undergoing rhinoplasty surgery as a rare patient. Level of Evidence: V (C) 2016 by Mutaz B. Habal, MD.

The Importance of Soft Triangle in Rhinoplasty.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
The Importance of Soft Triangle in Rhinoplasty.: The soft triangle is a basic, yet delicate and vulnerable, subunit of the nose that is under-rated both academically and surgically. The soft triangle is located at the apex of the nostril, at the point where the dermis is in direct contact with dermis that contains no intervening subcutaneous tissue and it may be unintentionally harmed during rhinoplasty. The authors suggest using a modified incision and closure and filling with significantly or severely crushed cartilage to prevent notching and to provide support for the soft triang... περισσότερα »

Suppurative Cervical Tuberculous Lymphadenitis Mimicking a Metastatic Neck Mass.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Suppurative Cervical Tuberculous Lymphadenitis Mimicking a Metastatic Neck Mass.: Tuberculosis is an important public's health problem in developing countries. Although tuberculosis is commonly found in lungs, it could also be found in lymph nodes, mouth, tonsils, tounge, nose, epiglottis, larynx, and pharynx of head-neck region. The most common form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis placed outside the lungs is tuberculous lymphadenitis. Tuberculosis lymphadenitis is the most commonly seen form of the extrapulmoner tuberculosis and usually invades the lymph nodules of the cervical regi... περισσότερα »

A Reduction Technique for a Depressed and Impacted Nasomaxillary Buttress Fracture.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
A Reduction Technique for a Depressed and Impacted Nasomaxillary Buttress Fracture.: The aim of this study is to introduce an easy method of reducing the depressed and impacted segment in a nasomaxillary buttress fracture. Through the gingiva-labial vestibular incision, the fracture segments were exposed. A blunt end of the Cottle elevator was inserted to the cleft of the fracture segments. An upward and lateral force was applied until the impacted segment was released and reduced to its anatomical position. Then, the segments were fixed with a miniplate. Fifteen patients (12 males,... περισσότερα »

Histological Evaluation of the Effect of Concentrated Growth Factor on Bone Healing.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Histological Evaluation of the Effect of Concentrated Growth Factor on Bone Healing.: Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of concentrated growth factors (CGF) on the healing of peri-implant bone defects in an animal model. Study Design: Twenty 4-month-old New Zealand White rabbits, each with an average weight of 3.5 kg, were used in this blinded, prospective, experimental study. Two implants were placed and 2 peri-impant defects were prepared in each rabbit tibia. Bone defects were created monocortically in the tibia of each rabbit using a trephine burr wit... περισσότερα »

Maxillary Sinus Augmentation.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Maxillary Sinus Augmentation.: The clinician contemplating reconstruction of the posterior maxilla with osteointegrated implants must overcome a number of anatomic challenges. Buccolingual and/or apico-occlusal atrophy of the edentulous ridge and pneumatization of the maxillary sinus often limit the volume of bone available for implant placement. Many clinicians advocate augmentation of the maxillary sinus to increase the dimension of available bone for implant placement. A female patient aged 38-year old was undergone maxillary sinus augmentation (sinus lifting) after improper impl... περισσότερα »

Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
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Extensive Mandibular Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Extensive Mandibular Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma.: Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is a mixed odontogenic tumor that presents epithelial and mesenchymal components. Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is generally diagnosed between the first and second decades of life and normally shows a slow clinical growth in the posterior portion of the maxilla or mandible, being mostly associated with 1 or more impacted teeth. Radiographic features of AFO show a radiolucent well-defined, uni, or multilocular defect due to containing variable amounts of calcified material. The enucleation of the tumor... περισσότερα »

Severe Edema After Sclerotherapy of Labial Hemangioma With Ethamolin Oleate in a Young Child.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Severe Edema After Sclerotherapy of Labial Hemangioma With Ethamolin Oleate in a Young Child.: Adverse reactions related to ethanolamine oleate (EO) include pain during injection, redness, inflammation, tissue necrosis, and allergic reaction. The authors report a patient of exuberant facial edema after the injection of EO used in sclerotherapy of lip hemangioma in a child. A 9-year-old boy was referred to authors' oral and maxillofacial surgery unit to treat a vascular lesion of the upper lip. The lesion has causing enlargement of the middle area of the upper lip, being sessile and ... περισσότερα »

Utility of Prophylactic Antibiotics in Nonoperative Facial Fractures.

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
Utility of Prophylactic Antibiotics in Nonoperative Facial Fractures.: Facial fractures are commonly managed nonoperatively. Patients with facial fractures involving sinus cavities commonly receive 7 to 10 days of prophylactic antibiotics, yet no literature exists to support or refute this practice. The aim of this study was to compare the administration and duration of antibiotic prophylaxis on the incidence of soft tissue infection in nonoperative facial fractures. A total number of 289 patients who were admitted to our level I trauma center with nonoperative facial fractures from... περισσότερα »

Innervated Free Gracilis Muscle Transfer

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology - Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 19 δευτερόλεπτα
An Experimental Model.: Background: Although rodent models have been used extensively for surgical research, their use is limited in microsurgical tissue transfer due to their small size and the small size of their vessels and nerves. Also, fundamental anatomic differences may make rodent surgical models hard to extrapolate to humans. Methods: In this report, the authors present a rabbit model for studying free tissue transfer and nerve regeneration using the innervated free gracilis muscle flap. In providing this report, the authors are hopeful that this model could become a stand... περισσότερα »

Una importante causa de muerte y discapacidad en el mundo | Error médico: la tercera causa de muerte en EEUU

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
El error humano es inevitable. Si bien no puede eliminarse, puede medirse el problema lo mejor posible para diseñar sistemas de seguridad que disminuyan su frecuencia, visibilidad y consecuencias from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2a1psRA via IFTTT

First Suspected Female-to-Male Sexual Transmission of Zika Reported (FREE)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
By Kelly Young Edited by Susan Sadoughi, MD, and André Sofair, MD, MPH The first case of female-to-male sexual transmission of the Zika virus has been documented in MMWR. Previously, only transmission from males to their partners had been recorded.The couple … from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2alWP0A via IFTTT

Antibiotic-Resistant N. gonorrhoeae May Be Increasing (FREE)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
By the Editors Gonorrhea infections in the U.S. may be growing more resistant to the only recommended treatment, ceftriaxone plus … from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2alWFWJ via IFTTT

Oral Liquid Docusate Recalled Amid B. cepacia Outbreak (FREE)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
By the Editors PharmaTech LLC has recalled its non-expired lots of Diocto Liquid (oral liquid docusate distributed by Rugby Laboratories) after the drug tested … from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29OBA8T via IFTTT

From the Blogs: Meaning of Resilience, Highlights of JAMA's HIV/AIDS Issue, Running Through Life (FREE)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
By the Editors Here's a quick look at what the NEJM Journal Watch bloggers are talking about right now: Insights on Residency Training: NEJM … from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29OBHkY via IFTTT

Your NEJM Group Today: Telehealth Review, Prediction Rule for Abusive Head Trauma, Arkansas IM Opportunities (FREE)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
By the Editors NEJM Group offers so many valuable resources for practicing clinicians. Here's what we chose for you today:NEJM Clinical Practice … from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2alWPxw via IFTTT

Anticancer drug discovery: Structures of KDM5 histone demethylase inhibitors

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
When doctors hurl toxic death at cancer cells, often a few will survive and come back. A family of enzymes called KDM5 histone demethylases is emerging as important for this resilience, and drugs that inhibit KDM5 enzymes could be active in treating several types of cancer. http://ift.tt/29OsyJa

Stem cell scientists discover genetic switch to increase supply of stem cells from cord blood

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
International stem cell scientists have discovered the switch to harness the power of cord blood and potentially increase the supply of stem cells for cancer patients needing transplantation therapy to fight their disease. http://ift.tt/29HWzak

Molecular 'social networks' that drive breast cancer cells

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
A powerful new technology that maps the 'social network' of proteins in breast cancer cells is providing detailed understanding of the disease at a molecular level and could eventually lead to new treatments. http://ift.tt/29NjN4X

Sound waves may hold potential to treat twin pregnancy complications

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
High energy sound waves could treat a potentially deadly complication that affects some twin pregnancies, says new research. http://ift.tt/29Negeo

Preclinical study outlines cardiovascular side effects of breast cancer drug

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
A receptor protein that is the target of the breast cancer drug trastuzumab (Herceptin) is needed for proper heart blood-vessel development, report scientists. These discoveries have implications for better understanding the cardiovascular side effects of trastuzumab commonly used for cancer and provide an example of integration at the molecular level of pathways involved in tissue growth and blood-vessel patterning. http://ift.tt/2a0Qpox

New images of a calcium-shuttling molecule that has been linked to aggressive cancer

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Scientists have captured new images of a calcium-shuttling molecule that has been linked to aggressive cancers. The three-dimensional structure could help researchers develop novel therapies and diagnostic tools for diseases that are caused by a malfunction in calcium adsorption. http://ift.tt/29HOKla

Development of an Insert Co-culture System of Two Cellular Types in the Absence of Cell-Cell Contact

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: 54356fig1.jpg] In multicellular organisms, secreted soluble factors elicit responses from different cell types as a result of paracrine signaling. Insert co-culture systems offer a simple way to assess the changes mediated by secreted soluble factors in the absence of cell-cell contact. http://ift.tt/29F0UzA

Prevalence, correlates and patterns of heroin use among young adults in the United States

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: S03064603.gif] Publication date: December 2016 *Source:*Addictive Behaviors, Volume 63 Author(s): Timothy O. Ihongbe, Saba W. Masho IntroductionThe prevalence of heroin use, abuse, and dependence has increased considerably over the past decade. This increase has largely been driven by young adults (18–25years). This study aims to improve the understanding of heroin use among young adults by determining the prevalence, correlates, patterns and attitude of heroin use among young adults in the US.MethodsThe 2011–2013 National Survey on Drug Use and Health was analyzed. Study po... περισσότερα »

Implementation of a Coherent Anti-Stokes Raman Scattering (CARS) System on a Ti:Sapphire and OPO Laser Based Standard Laser Scanning Microscope

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: 54262fig1.jpg] Coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (CARS) microscopy based on inherent vibration of molecule bonds permits label-free chemically selective live cell imaging. This work presents the implementation of a complementary microscopy technique on a standard multiphoton laser scanning microscope based on a femtosecond Ti:sapphire laser and an OPO laser. http://ift.tt/29SSOlL

Nephrotoxin Microinjection in Zebrafish to Model Acute Kidney Injury

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: 54241fig1.jpg] Renal injuries incurred from nephrotoxins, which include drugs ranging from antibiotics to chemotherapeutics, can result in complex disorders whose pathogenesis remains incompletely understood. This protocol demonstrates how zebrafish can be used for disease modeling of these conditions, which can be applied to the identification of renoprotective measures. http://ift.tt/29ST984

Implementation of a Coherent Anti-Stokes Raman Scattering (CARS) System on a Ti:Sapphire and OPO Laser Based Standard Laser Scanning Microscope

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: 54262fig1.jpg] Coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering (CARS) microscopy based on inherent vibration of molecule bonds permits label-free chemically selective live cell imaging. This work presents the implementation of a complementary microscopy technique on a standard multiphoton laser scanning microscope based on a femtosecond Ti:sapphire laser and an OPO laser. from Medicine via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29SSOlL via IFTTT

Nephrotoxin Microinjection in Zebrafish to Model Acute Kidney Injury

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
[image: 54241fig1.jpg] Renal injuries incurred from nephrotoxins, which include drugs ranging from antibiotics to chemotherapeutics, can result in complex disorders whose pathogenesis remains incompletely understood. This protocol demonstrates how zebrafish can be used for disease modeling of these conditions, which can be applied to the identification of renoprotective measures. from Medicine via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29ST984 via IFTTT

Berberine Inhibits Intestinal Polyps Growth in Apc (min/+) Mice via Regulation of Macrophage Polarization

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Antitumor effect of berberine has been reported in a wide spectrum of cancer, however, the mechanisms of which are not fully understood. The aim of this study was to investigate the hypothesis that berberine suppresses tumorigenesis in the familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) by regulating the macrophage polarization in Apc (min/+) mouse model. Berberine was given to Apc (min/+) mice for 12 weeks. Primary macrophages were isolated; after berberine treatment, the change in signaling cascade was determined. The total number and size of polyps were reduced remarkably in berberine grou... περισσότερα »

Spirituality Concept by Health Professionals in Iran: A Qualitative Study

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Background. For years, researchers have sought to provide a clear definition of spirituality and its features and consequences, but the definitions provided of this concept still lack transparency. The present qualitative research was conducted to clarify this concept within the religious-cultural context of Iran. Materials and Methods. The present conventional qualitative content analysis was conducted with an inductive approach. Data were collected through semistructured interviews with 17 spiritual health experts and activists selected through purposive sampling. Results. Three... περισσότερα »

Berberine Inhibits Intestinal Polyps Growth in Apc (min/+) Mice via Regulation of Macrophage Polarization

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Antitumor effect of berberine has been reported in a wide spectrum of cancer, however, the mechanisms of which are not fully understood. The aim of this study was to investigate the hypothesis that berberine suppresses tumorigenesis in the familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP) by regulating the macrophage polarization in Apc (min/+) mouse model. Berberine was given to Apc (min/+) mice for 12 weeks. Primary macrophages were isolated; after berberine treatment, the change in signaling cascade was determined. The total number and size of polyps were reduced remarkably in berberine grou... περισσότερα »

Spirituality Concept by Health Professionals in Iran: A Qualitative Study

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
Background. For years, researchers have sought to provide a clear definition of spirituality and its features and consequences, but the definitions provided of this concept still lack transparency. The present qualitative research was conducted to clarify this concept within the religious-cultural context of Iran. Materials and Methods. The present conventional qualitative content analysis was conducted with an inductive approach. Data were collected through semistructured interviews with 17 spiritual health experts and activists selected through purposive sampling. Results. Three... περισσότερα »

Ethnobotany: A Living Science for Alleviating Human Suffering

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
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Ethnobotany: A Living Science for Alleviating Human Suffering

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
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Circulating MicroRNAs as Potential Molecular Biomarkers in Pathophysiological Evolution of Pregnancy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΙατρικά Άρθρα by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 20 δευτερόλεπτα
MicroRNAs represent nonprotein coding small RNA molecules that are very stable to degradation and responsible for gene silencing in most eukaryotic cells. Increased evidence has been accumulating over the years about their potential value as biomarkers for several diseases. MicroRNAs were predicted to be involved in nearly all biological processes from development to oncogenesis. In this review, we address the importance of circulating microRNAs in different conditions associated with pregnancy starting with the implantation period to preeclampsia and we shortly describe the corre... περισσότερα »

ASSOCIATION OF SERUM MAGNESIUM WITH GLYCEMIC CONTROL AND INSULIN RESISTANCE IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

AlexAndros SfakianakisστοMedicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026Πριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
2016-07-17T23-11-17Z *Source:* International Journal of Current Research and Review A. Velayutharaj, R. Saraswathi, R. Shivakumar, S. Saha, G. Niranjan, R. Ramesh, AR. Sreenivasan. Background - Context: Magnesium is an essential intracellular cation involved in many carbohydrate oxidation enzyme reactions and in glucose transporting mechanisms besides its involvement in insulin secretion, binding and activity. Body concentrations of Mg++ lowered by poor glycemic control and may predispose for diabetic complications. Objective: To compare the levels of serum magnesium in type 2 diabe... περισσότερα »

ITEM ANALYSIS OF MCQS’ - MYTHS AND REALITIES WHEN APPLYING THEM AS AN ASSESSMENT TOOL FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS

AlexAndros SfakianakisστοMedicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026Πριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
2016-07-17T23-11-17Z *Source:* International Journal of Current Research and Review Priya S. Patil, Manisha R. Dhobale, Nitin R. Mudiraj. Multiple choice questions [MCQs] form one of the tools for evaluation of medical graduates. The widespread use of MCQs raises the question of their validity and authenticity. The present study was focused on MCQ validation with an attempt to highlight the importance of item analysis and discuss the myths and realities of MCQs. Aim: The aim was to perform Item analysis while probing into myths and realities of MCQ as an assessment tool for first ye... περισσότερα »

EFFECTIVENESS OF USING POWER POINT BASED TEACHING VS. BLACK/WHITE BOARD BASED TEACHING AMONG PHYSIOTHERAPY LECTURERS IN LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY - A PILOT STUDY

AlexAndros SfakianakisστοMedicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026Πριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
2016-07-17T23-11-17Z *Source:* International Journal of Current Research and Review T. S. Muthukumar. Aims: The typical undergraduate and post graduate student of today is accustomed to receiving information on a daily basis in a variety of formats, i.e. multimedia channels. This can lead to teachers to update themselves constantly to enrich the students knowledge. Methodology: Physiotherapy lecturers working in Lovely Professional University were participated in this pilot study and convenient sampling method was incorporated. The participants were asked to answer the questionnaire... περισσότερα »

“Lupoid hepatitis” in SLE patients and mice with experimental lupus

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Stepan Shumyak, Li-Jun Yang, Shuhong Han, Haoyang Zhuang, Westley H. Reeves The unusual subset of patients with severe hepatitis, hypergammaglobulinemia, arthritis, and LE cells in the blood reported by Henry Kunkel and others suggested to these investigators that "lupoid" hepatitis might share pathogenic mechanisms with SLE. More than half a century later, the etiology of autoimmune hepatitis remains unclear. The occurrence of autoimmune hepatitis in a small fraction (about 3%) of SLE patients ... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

A non-invasive approach to monitor chronic lymphocytic leukemia engraftment in a xenograft mouse model using ultra-small superparamagnetic iron oxide-magnetic resonance imaging (USPIO-MRI)

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Francesca Valdora, Giovanna Cutrona, Serena Matis, Fortunato Morabito, Carlotta Massucco, Laura Emionite, Simona Boccardo, Luca Basso, Anna Grazia Recchia, Sandra Salvi, Francesca Rosa, Massimo Gentile, Marco Ravina, Daniele Pace, Angela Castronovo, Michele Cilli, Mauro Truini, Massimo Calabrese, Antonino Neri, Carlo Emanuele Neumaier, Franco Fais, Gabriella Baio, Manlio Ferrarini Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most prevalent leukemia among adults. Despite its indolent nature, CLL rema... περισσότερα »

B cell-independent contribution of BAFF to murine autoimmune disease

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοAllergy Rhinology Immunology AsthmaΠριν από 21 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): William Stohl, Agnes Banfalvi BAFF blockade is efficacious in murine and human SLE. Whereas the attendant reduction in B cells contributes to the efficacy, it remains unresolved whether a B cell-independent component also contributes. Since accurate assessment of a B cell-independent component can only be made in a B cell-independent autoimmune disease, we investigated MOG35–55-induced EAE in C57BL/6 mice. Neither pharmacologic neutralization nor genetic elimination of BAFF affected disease, nor ... περισσότερα »

Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology

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Extensive Mandibular Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma.

Extensive Mandibular Ameloblastic Fibro-Odontoma.: Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma (AFO) is a mixed odontogenic tumor that presents epithelial and mesenchymal components. Ameloblastic fibro-odontoma is generally diagnosed between the first and second decades of life and normally shows a slow clinical growth in the posterior portion of the maxilla or mandible, being mostly associated with 1 or more impacted […]

Severe Edema After Sclerotherapy of Labial Hemangioma With Ethamolin Oleate in a Young Child.

Severe Edema After Sclerotherapy of Labial Hemangioma With Ethamolin Oleate in a Young Child.: Adverse reactions related to ethanolamine oleate (EO) include pain during injection, redness, inflammation, tissue necrosis, and allergic reaction. The authors report a patient of exuberant facial edema after the injection of EO used in sclerotherapy of lip hemangioma in a child. […]

Hearing aid (HA) use in persons 65 years and older

How sociodemographic and hearing related factors were associated with use of hearing aid in a population-based study: The HUNT Study: The purpose was to study hearing aid (HA) use in persons 65 years and older, and to investigate how socioeconomic and hearing related factors were associated to use of HA. Abstract Background The purpose was to […]

Anaphylaxis : Pathways of immediate hypothermia and leukocyte infiltration

Article in Press Pathways of immediate hypothermia and leukocyte infiltration in an adjuvant-free mouse model of anaphylaxis Bianca Balbino, M.Sc. , Riccardo Sibilano, Ph.D.† , Philipp Starkl, Ph.D.8,† , Thomas Marichal, D.V.M., Ph.D.9 , Nicolas Gaudenzio, Ph.D. , Hajime Karasuyama, Ph.D. , Pierre Bruhns, Ph.D. , Mindy Tsai, D.M.Sc , Laurent L. Reber, Ph.D.∗, , […]

Training in surgery of the temporomandibular joint

perceptions of trainees in oral and maxillofacial surgery in the United Kingdom: Surgery of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is emerging as a subspecialty in its own right within Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS). Recent guidelines on training and practice within this area have laid down standards of competence in certain procedures, and asked for evidence […]

Local and general anaesthesia for arthrocentesis of the temporomandibular joint

Comparison of Arthrocentesis of the temporomandibular joint is an effective treatment for some disorders, and is usually done under local anaesthesia. We know of few studies that have compared the ease of arthrocentesis and its outcomes under local or general anaesthesia, so we studied 32 patients (n=16 in each group). Postoperative oedema and pain, maximum […]

Grafting of the sinus bone

Management of infection after grafting of the sinus bone by M. Ayna, A. Gülses, I. Mede via Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery An acute postoperative infection of the maxillary sinus may threaten the survival of any implants and material used for grafting.1,2 It is important to prescribe antimicrobial drugs and remove all foreign bodies, including the graft material, through […]

Patient experience and anxiety during and after treatment for an HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer

Patient experience and anxiety during and after treatment for an HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer: Recognition that human papillomavirus (HPV) causes a growing subset of oropharyngeal cancers is a relatively recent phenomenon. While the psychosocial implications of diagnosis with HPV have been extensively studied in people with HPV-related cervical pre-malignancy and malignancy, analogous literature for head and […]

Local control of head and neck cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma after radiotherapy

Local control of 151 head and neck cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma after radiotherapy: a retrospective study on efficacy and prognostic factors: Abstract Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) is the second most common skin cancer in the Caucasian population and its incidence is increasing worldwide.1 Conventional surgical excision is recommended as the first choice of treatment […]

Presence of Citrullinated Histone H3-Positive Neutrophils in Microscopic Polyangiitis from the Early Phase: An Autopsy Proven Case

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοCell and Tissue Research by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Abstract A 76-year-old man was admitted with general fatigue, weight loss, fever, headache, renal failure, and a high serum level of myeloperoxidase-antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody. Biopsy revealed citrullinated histone H3 (citH3)-positive neutrophils adherent to the temporal artery endothelium. Three days after completing pulse steroid therapy, he suffered from a sudden disturbance of consciousness and died. On autopsy, the kidneys showed the most severe vasculitis with dense infiltration of citH3-positive neutrophils. The lungs showed intra-alveolar hemorrhage due to capilla... περισσότερα »

“Wild type” GIST: Clinicopathological features and clinical practice

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοCell and Tissue Research by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 26 δευτερόλεπτα
Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a mesenchymal tumor of the gastrointestinal tract. Mutation of *KIT* and *PDGFRA* genes is implicated in the tumorigenesis. Approximately 10% of GISTs do not harbor mutation of these genes, and they are designated as "wild type" GIST. They are classified into succinate dehydrogenase (SDH)-deficient and non-SDH-deficient groups. SDH-deficient group includes Carney triad and Carney Stratakis syndrome. The patients are young women. Tumors occur in the antrum of the stomach, and tumor cells are epithelioid. Lymph node metastasis is frequent. T... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοMelanoma by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 27 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΟγκολογίαΠριν από 27 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

Metastatic melanoma and immunotherapy

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαΠριν από 27 δευτερόλεπτα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Clinical Immunology Author(s): Benjamin Herzberg, David E. Fisher Harnessing the immune system to attack cancer cells has represented a holy grail for greater than 100years. While prospects of tumor-selective durable immune based therapies have provided small clinical signals for many decades, recent years have demonstrated a virtual explosion in progress. Melanoma has led the field of cancers in which immunotherapy has produced major clinical inroads. The most significant and impactful immunotherapies for melanoma utilize imm... περισσότερα »

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Head and Neck’s Diseases

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ Head and Neck’s Diseases ] [HTML] Cutaneous head and neck melanoma in OPTiM, a randomized phase 3 trial of talimogene laherparepvec versus granulocyte‐macrophage colony‐stimulating factor … RHI Andtbacka, SS Agarwala, DW Ollila, S Hallmeyer… – Head &amp; Neck, 2016 … adjuvant therapy (including radiation therapy) is often used after surgical resection.[7-9] For patients… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Head and Neck’s Diseases

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Hearing

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Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ Hearing ] IMPROVED METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COIL ALIGNMENT IN ELECTROMAGNETIC HEARING IMPLANT MR Spearman, E Hollnagel, B Spearman, G Kern – US Patent 20,160,183,018, 2016 Abstract: A sound processor assembly having a coil support device which allows for the coil to be moved without damaging the plastic components or deforming the shell… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Hearing

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Larynx’s Diseases

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Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ Larynx’s Diseases ] Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease RT Kavitt, MF Vaezi – Practical Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board …, 2016 … reflex)(Table 14.2)[6]. Microaspiration involves the entrance of gastroduodenal contents into the larynx or airways due … esophagitis Esophageal motility disorder Coronary artery disease Pill or infectious esophagitis Peptic ulcer disease or non-ulcer dyspepsia Diseases… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Larynx’s Diseases

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – NasoPh arynx’s Diseases

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ NasoPharynx’s Diseases ] [HTML] Relationship Between Cerebrospinal Fluid and Catarrh According to Avicenna R Choopani, S Kaveh, S Sadr, S Dehghan, N Kaveh… – … Infectious Diseases, 2016 … are different (6). The treatment of PND is often based on the presence of a specific disease. … This can occur, for example, via… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – NasoPh arynx’s Diseases

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Ear’s Diseases

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 48 δευτερόλεπτα
Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ Ear’s Diseases ] Magnetic resonance volumetric measurement of endolymphatic space in patients without vertiginous or cochlear symptoms H Inui, T Sakamoto, T Ito, T Kitahara – Acta Oto-Laryngologica, 2016 … Patients with vertigo, hearing loss, middle or inner ear diseases, cranial disease, head trauma, renal disease, or … invasive than the intra-tympanic route… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Ear’s Diseases

Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Melanoma

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Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή:[ Melanoma ] Complications of sentinel lymph node BIOPSY for melanoma-A systematic review of the literature JA Moody, RF Ali, AC Carbone, S Singh, JT Hardwicke – European Journal of Surgical …, 2016 Purpose The complications reported after sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) for melanoma is highly variable in the worldwide literature; the overall… Continue reading Ειδοποίηση Μελετητή – Melanoma

Ethnobotany: A Living Science for Alleviating Human Suffering

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Una importante causa de muerte y discapacidad en el mundo | Error médico: la tercera causa de muerte en EEUU

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El error humano es inevitable. Si bien no puede eliminarse, puede medirse el problema lo mejor posible para diseñar sistemas de seguridad que disminuyan su frecuencia, visibilidad y consecuencias from Uncategorized via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2a1psRA via IFTTT from #Med Blogs by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis via Alexandros G.Sfakianakis on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2a1uyxb via IFTTT

Sound waves may hold potential to treat twin pregnancy complications

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High energy sound waves could treat a potentially deadly complication that affects some twin pregnancies, says new research. http://ift.tt/29Negeo from #Med Blogs by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis via Alexandros G.Sfakianakis on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2a2Juhs via IFTTT

Ethnobotany: A Living Science for Alleviating Human Suffering

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Status dystonicus in two patients with SOX2-anophthalmia syndrome and nonsense mutations

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Bronchitis

Bronchitis: Inflammation and swelling of the bronchi. Bronchitis can be acute or chronic. MedTerms (TM) is the Medical Dictionary of MedicineNet.com. We Bring Doctors’ Knowledge To You from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29TPmrg via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 &amp; 00306932607174

Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancer Increasing Among Older Patients – Oncology Nurse Advisor

Oncology Nurse Advisor Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancer Increasing Among Older Patients Oncology Nurse Advisor Researchers found that these increases were driven mostly by base-of-tongue and tonsil cancers in men. In contrast, investigators observed decreasing incidences of tobacco-associated head and neck cancer among older patients (P &lt;.001), but the … from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader […]

Good Morning Angels: Giving life saving surgery to people in need for Mandela Day with Operation Healing Hands – Jacaranda FM

Jacaranda FM Good Morning Angels: Giving life saving surgery to people in need for Mandela Day with Operation Healing Hands Jacaranda FM All the patients are people in need, who have been waiting on lists for years. The operations include hip and knee replacements, ports for four children with cancer, reconstructive surgery for a cancer […]

CHEAP CIALIS ONLINE – Purchase Cialis Online – Westerner

CHEAP CIALIS ONLINE – Purchase Cialis Online Westerner Among the respiratory diseases closely related to cigarette smoking are lung cancer, cancer of the larynx, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. Purchase Cialis Online. These guidelines were most recently updated in July 2013 42.Sounds like you had a … and more » from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader […]

Preventing childhood obesity in Asia: an overview of intervention programmes

Summary The rapid economic growth in Asia in the past few decades has contributed to the global increase in childhood obesity prevalence. Yet, little is known about obesity prevention efforts in this region. This systematic review provides an overview of child obesity prevention programmes in Asia. Searches were performed in six electronic databases. Out of […]

Pathological Role of Serum- and Glucocorticoid-Regulated Kinase 1 in Adverse Ventricular …

Pathological Role of Serum– and Glucocorticoid-Regulated Kinase 1 in. Adverse Ventricular ….. Half of the six SGK1-CA mice studied had inducible. from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29GYEUP via IFTTT Medicine by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis,Anapafseos 5 Agios Nikolaos,Crete 72100,Greece,tel :00302841026182 &amp; 00306932607174

Status dystonicus in two patients with SOX2-anophthalmia syndrome and nonsense mutations

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοEvolution of a geneΠριν από 57 δευτερόλεπτα
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Too many, too few, or too unsafe? Impact of inappropriate prescribing on mortality, and hospitalisation in a cohort of community-dwelling oldest old

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: cover.gif?v=1&amp;s=21833297c1367a913fe9a230] Aims Little is known about the impact of Inappropriate Prescribing (IP) in community-dwelling adults, aged 80 and older. The prevalence at baseline (November 2008 – September 2009) and impact of IP (misuse, and underuse) after 18 months on mortality, and hospitalisation in a cohort of community-dwelling adults, aged 80 and older (n = 503) was studied. Methods Screening Tool of Older People&#39;s Prescriptions (STOPP, misuse) and Screening Tool to Alert to Right Treatment (START, underuse) criteria were cross-referenced and linked to ... περισσότερα »

Hypoglycaemia when Adding Sulphonylurea to Metformin: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Aims/hypothesis The risk of hypoglycaemia may differ among sulphonylureas (SUs), but evidence from head-to-head comparisons is sparse. Performing a network meta-analysis to use indirect evidence from randomised controlled trials (RCTs), we compared the relative risk of hypoglycaemia with newer generation SUs when added to metformin. Methods A systematic review identified RCTs lasting 12-52 weeks and evaluating SUs added to inadequate metformin monotherapy (≥1000 mg/day) in type 2 diabetes. Adding RCTs investigating the active comparators from the identified SU-trials, we establi... περισσότερα »

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

Publication date: September 2016Source:World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. SharmaIntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate the infection. […]

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

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[image: S18788750.gif] Publication date: September 2016 *Source:*World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. Sharma IntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate the infection. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of endoscopic lavage (EL) in patients with severe purulent ventriculitis, unr... περισσότερα »

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

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Publication date: September 2016 Source:World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. Sharma IntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate… Continue reading The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancer Increasing Among Older Patients – Oncology Nurse Advisor

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Oncology Nurse Advisor Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancer Increasing Among Older Patients Oncology Nurse Advisor Researchers found that these increases were driven mostly by base-of-tongue and tonsil cancers in men. In contrast, investigators observed decreasing incidences of tobacco-associated head and neck cancer among older patients (P &lt;.001), but the … from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader… Continue reading Incidence of Oropharyngeal Cancer Increasing Among Older Patients – Oncology Nurse Advisor

The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): X. Liu, J. Cleary, G.K. German The outermost layer of skin, or stratum corneum, regulates water loss and protects underlying living tissue from environmental pathogens and insults. With cracking, chapping or the formation of exudative lesions, this functionality is lost. While stratum corneum exhibits well… Continue reading The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

Good Morning Angels: Giving life saving surgery to people in need for Mandela Day with Operation Healing Hands – Jacaranda FM

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Jacaranda FM Good Morning Angels: Giving life saving surgery to people in need for Mandela Day with Operation Healing Hands Jacaranda FM All the patients are people in need, who have been waiting on lists for years. The operations include hip and knee replacements, ports for four children with cancer, reconstructive surgery for a cancer… Continue reading Good Morning Angels: Giving life saving surgery to people in need for Mandela Day with Operation Healing Hands – Jacaranda FM

Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

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Summary Objective The purpose of the research was to evaluate skin elasticity and reduction in the aging eye area using a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser treatment, cutometric measurements and photographic documentation. Material and methods This study included 24 patients (21 women, three men), aged 33–50 years (the average age was 44.6) with Fitzpatrick skin type… Continue reading Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Summary Objective The purpose of the research was to evaluate skin elasticity and reduction in the aging eye area using a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser treatment, cutometric measurements and photographic documentation. Material and methods This study included 24 patients (21 women, three men), aged 33–50 years (the average age was 44.6) with Fitzpatrick skin type… Continue reading Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography in the assessment of mandibular invasion by squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity. Influence on surgical management and post-operative course

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 30 June 2016 Source:Revue de Stomatologie, de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et de Chirurgie Orale Author(s): E.S. Farrow, T. Boulanger, T. Wojcik, A.-S. Lemaire, G. Raoul, M. Julieron IntroductionPreoperative evaluation of the bone for invasion by oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma remains challenging. The aim of our study was to compare the accuracy… Continue reading Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography in the assessment of mandibular invasion by squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity. Influence on surgical management and post-opera... περισσότερα »

Rapid maxillary expansion in adults: Can multislice computed tomography help choose between orthopedic or surgical treatment?

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 4 July 2016 Source:Revue de Stomatologie, de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et de Chirurgie Orale Author(s): A. Gueutier, A. Paré, A. Joly, B. Laure, G. de Pinieux, D. Goga IntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of Multislice Computed Tomography (MSCT) in the detection resistance areas on the midpalatal suture… Continue reading Rapid maxillary expansion in adults: Can multislice computed tomography help choose between orthopedic or surgical treatment?

The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): X. Liu, J. Cleary, G.K. German The outermost layer of skin, or stratum corneum, regulates water loss and protects underlying living tissue from environmental pathogens and insults. With cracking, chapping or the formation of exudative lesions, this functionality is lost. While stratum corneum exhibits well… Continue reading The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

Dental Practice Transition : A Practical Guide to Management

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David G. Dunning Dental Practice Transition: A Practical Guide to Management, Second Edition, helps readers navigate through options such as starting a practice, associateships, and buying an existing practice with… Read more » http://ift.tt/2a2tY51 from #Med Blogs by Alexandros G.Sfakianakis via Alexandros G.Sfakianakis on Inoreader http://ift.tt/29OIye8 via IFTTT

Nonablative fractional laser treatment for the skin in the eye area – clinical and cutometric analysis

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΑισθητική ΔερματολογίαΠριν από 1 ώρα
Summary Objective The purpose of the research was to evaluate skin elasticity and reduction in the aging eye area using a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser treatment, cutometric measurements and photographic documentation. Material and methods This study included 24 patients (21 women, three men), aged 33–50 years (the average age was 44.6) with Fitzpatrick skin type II and III. They received five successive treatment sessions with a 1410-nm nonablative fractional laser in 2-week intervals. Biomechanical properties of the skin were measured by using Cutometer (Courage+Khazaka ... περισσότερα »

Rapid maxillary expansion in adults: Can multislice computed tomography help choose between orthopedic or surgical treatment?

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 4 July 2016 *Source:*Revue de Stomatologie, de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et de Chirurgie Orale Author(s): A. Gueutier, A. Paré, A. Joly, B. Laure, G. de Pinieux, D. Goga IntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of Multislice Computed Tomography (MSCT) in the detection resistance areas on the midpalatal suture (MPS) and thus to evaluate if MSCT could be a help in the kind of maxillary expansion to be used (pure orthodontic or surgically-aided) for the correction of transverse maxillary deficiencies in adults.MethodsTen MSCT were ... περισσότερα »

Magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography in the assessment of mandibular invasion by squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity. Influence on surgical management and post-operative course

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 30 June 2016 *Source:*Revue de Stomatologie, de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et de Chirurgie Orale Author(s): E.S. Farrow, T. Boulanger, T. Wojcik, A.-S. Lemaire, G. Raoul, M. Julieron IntroductionPreoperative evaluation of the bone for invasion by oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma remains challenging. The aim of our study was to compare the accuracy of MRI and CT in detecting mandibular invasion by oral squamous cell carcinoma of the oral cavity, with histologic results as the reference standard, and to assess the influence on surgical management and... περισσότερα »

Dental Practice Transition : A Practical Guide to Management

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
David G. Dunning Dental Practice Transition: A Practical Guide to Management, Second Edition, helps readers navigate through options such as starting a practice, associateships, and buying an existing practice with... Read more » http://ift.tt/2a2tY51

The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): X. Liu, J. Cleary, G.K. German The outermost layer of skin, or stratum corneum, regulates water loss and protects underlying living tissue from environmental pathogens and insults. With cracking, chapping or the formation of exudative lesions, this functionality is lost. While stratum corneum exhibits well defined global mechanical properties, macroscopic mechanical testing techniques used to measure them ignore the structural heterogeneity of the tissue and cannot provide any mechanistic insight in... περισσότερα »

Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοOroFacial Medicine by Alexandros G.SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Lindsey A. Davis, Samantha E. Stewart, Christopher G. Carsten, Bruce A. Snyder, Michael A. Sutton, Susan M. Lessner One well-established cause of ischemic stroke is atherosclerotic plaque rupture in the carotid artery. Rupture occurs when a tear in the fibrous cap exposes highly thrombogenic material in the lipid core. Though some fibrous cap material properties have been measured, such as ultimate tensile strength and stress-strain responses, there has been very little, if any, data published regar... περισσότερα »

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: S18788750.gif] Publication date: September 2016 *Source:*World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. Sharma IntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate the infection. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of endoscopic lavage (EL) in patients with severe purulent ventriculitis, unr... περισσότερα »

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

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Publication date: September 2016 Source:World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. Sharma IntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate… Continue reading The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women’s intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and… Continue reading Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women’s intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and… Continue reading Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women’s intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and… Continue reading Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 1 ώρα
Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women’s intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and… Continue reading Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

The Role of Endoscopic Lavage in Recalcitrant Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Negative Ventriculitis Among Neurosurgical Patients

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΝευρολογία κ' ΝευροχειρουργικήΠριν από 1 ώρα
[image: S18788750.gif] Publication date: September 2016 *Source:*World Neurosurgery, Volume 93 Author(s): Amandeep Kumar, Deepak Agrawal, Bhawani S. Sharma IntroductionVentriculitis is a serious infection associated with high mortality even when both intravenous (IV) and intrathecal (IT) antibiotics are administered. Poor outcome in patients with ventriculitis indicates the need to be more aggressive in our attempts to expeditiously eradicate the infection. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of endoscopic lavage (EL) in patients with severe purulent ventriculitis, unr... περισσότερα »

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

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Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women's intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and individual interviews. Drawing upon the Theory of Planned Behavior, interviews elicited salient behavioral, normative, and control beliefs regarding mammography and the influence of Is... περισσότερα »

Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 2 ώρες
Abstract Objective Studies suggest that American Muslim women underutilize mammography. While religion has a strong influence upon Muslim health behaviors scant research has examined how religion-related beliefs inform Muslim women’s intention for mammography. Our study identifies and examines such beliefs. Methods Muslim women aged 40 and older sampled from mosques participated in focus groups and… Continue reading Religious beliefs and mammography intention: findings from a qualitative study of a diverse group of American Muslim women

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CHEAP CIALIS ONLINE – Purchase Cialis Online Westerner Among the respiratory diseases closely related to cigarette smoking are lung cancer, cancer of the larynx, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. Purchase Cialis Online. These guidelines were most recently updated in July 2013 42.Sounds like you had a … and more » from #ORL-AlexandrosSfakianakis via simeraentaxei on Inoreader… Continue reading CHEAP CIALIS ONLINE – Purchase Cialis Online – Westerner

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In the editorial by Cohen et al. [1], the incorrect affiliation was given for two of the co-authors. The correct affiliation for Dr Smita Pattanaik and Dr Praveen Kumar is the Department of Pharmacology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. The Journal apologises for this error. Reference Top of page 1… Continue reading Erratum

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Preventing childhood obesity in Asia: an overview of intervention programmes

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 3 ώρες
Summary The rapid economic growth in Asia in the past few decades has contributed to the global increase in childhood obesity prevalence. Yet, little is known about obesity prevention efforts in this region. This systematic review provides an overview of child obesity prevention programmes in Asia. Searches were performed in six electronic databases. Out of… Continue reading Preventing childhood obesity in Asia: an overview of intervention programmes

Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

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Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Lindsey A. Davis, Samantha E. Stewart, Christopher G. Carsten, Bruce A. Snyder, Michael A. Sutton, Susan M. Lessner One well-established cause of ischemic stroke is atherosclerotic plaque rupture in the carotid artery. Rupture occurs when a tear in the fibrous cap exposes highly thrombogenic material… Continue reading Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

Functional computer-to-plate near-infrared absorbers as highly efficient photoacoustic dyes

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 3 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Yuewei Niu, Wantong Song, Dawei Zhang, Zhaohui Tang, Mingxiao Deng, Xuesi Chen Photoacoustic imaging (PAI) is an emerging modality in biomedical imaging. Photoacoustic effect is the basis for PAI, where a photoacoustic contrast agent absorbs optical pulses to initiate localized heating and rapid thermal expansion,… Continue reading Functional computer-to-plate near-infrared absorbers as highly efficient photoacoustic dyes

Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

orlsfakianakisστοOtoRhinoLaryngology by Sfakianakis G.AlexandrosΠριν από 3 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Lindsey A. Davis, Samantha E. Stewart, Christopher G. Carsten, Bruce A. Snyder, Michael A. Sutton, Susan M. Lessner One well-established cause of ischemic stroke is atherosclerotic plaque rupture in the carotid artery. Rupture occurs when a tear in the fibrous cap exposes highly thrombogenic material… Continue reading Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

Functional computer-to-plate near-infrared absorbers as highly efficient photoacoustic dyes

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Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 Source:Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Yuewei Niu, Wantong Song, Dawei Zhang, Zhaohui Tang, Mingxiao Deng, Xuesi Chen Photoacoustic imaging (PAI) is an emerging modality in biomedical imaging. Photoacoustic effect is the basis for PAI, where a photoacoustic contrast agent absorbs optical pulses to initiate localized heating and rapid thermal expansion,… Continue reading Functional computer-to-plate near-infrared absorbers as highly efficient photoacoustic dyes

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Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοΘεραπείαΠριν από 3 ώρες
In the editorial by Cohen *et al.* [1], the incorrect affiliation was given for two of the co-authors. The correct affiliation for Dr Smita Pattanaik and Dr Praveen Kumar is the Department of Pharmacology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. The Journal apologises for this error. Reference 1. Top of page - 1 Cohen A, Pattanaik S, Kumar P, Bies RR, de Boer A, Ferro A, *et al*. Organised crime against the academic peer review system. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2016; 81: 1012–7. from Therapeutics via xlomafota13 on Inoreade... περισσότερα »

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The global mechanical properties and multi-scale failure mechanics of heterogeneous human stratum corneum

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): X. Liu, J. Cleary, G.K. German The outermost layer of skin, or stratum corneum, regulates water loss and protects underlying living tissue from environmental pathogens and insults. With cracking, chapping or the formation of exudative lesions, this functionality is lost. While stratum corneum exhibits well defined global mechanical properties, macroscopic mechanical testing techniques used to measure them ignore the structural heterogeneity of the tissue and cannot provide any mechanistic insight ... περισσότερα »

Characterization of fracture behavior of human atherosclerotic fibrous caps using a miniature single edge notched tensile test

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Lindsey A. Davis, Samantha E. Stewart, Christopher G. Carsten, Bruce A. Snyder, Michael A. Sutton, Susan M. Lessner One well-established cause of ischemic stroke is atherosclerotic plaque rupture in the carotid artery. Rupture occurs when a tear in the fibrous cap exposes highly thrombogenic material in the lipid core. Though some fibrous cap material properties have been measured, such as ultimate tensile strength and stress-strain responses, there has been very little, if any, data published reg... περισσότερα »

Functional computer-to-plate near-infrared absorbers as highly efficient photoacoustic dyes

Alexandros G. SfakianakisστοHead,Neck,Brain,Cervical Spine and Esophageal Cancers by Alexandros G. SfakianakisΠριν από 3 ώρες
Publication date: Available online 16 July 2016 *Source:*Acta Biomaterialia Author(s): Yuewei Niu, Wantong Song, Dawei Zhang, Zhaohui Tang, Mingxiao Deng, Xuesi Chen Photoacoustic imaging (PAI) is an emerging modality in biomedical imaging. Photoacoustic effect is the basis for PAI, where a photoacoustic contrast agent absorbs optical pulses to initiate localized heating and rapid thermal expansion, thus generating thermoelastic stress waves. Therefore, ideal PAI dyes should have strong NIR light absorbance and high light-heat conversion efficiency. However, most current low molecul... περισσότερα »

Rapid maxillary expansion in adults: Can multislice computed tomography help choose between orthopedic or surgical treatment?

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Publication date: Available online 4 July 2016 Source:Revue de Stomatologie, de Chirurgie Maxillo-faciale et de Chirurgie Orale Author(s): A. Gueutier, A. Paré, A. Joly, B. Laure, G. de Pinieux, D. Goga IntroductionThe aim of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of Multislice Computed Tomography (MSCT) in the detection resistance areas on the midpalatal suture… Continue reading Rapid maxillary expansion in adults: Can multislice computed tomography help choose between orthopedic or surgical treatment?