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- IMP-ICDX: an injury mortality prediction based on ICD-10-CM codesThe International Classification of Diseases, Ninth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) Injury Severity Score (ICISS) is a risk adjustment model when injuries are recorded using ICD-9-CM coding. The trau...
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- Use of preprocedural, multiple antiplatelet medications for coil embolization of ruptured cerebral aneurysm in the acute stage improved clinical outcome and reduced thromboembolic complications without hemorrhagic complications.Related ArticlesUse of preprocedural, multiple antiplatelet medications for coil embolization of ruptured cerebral aneurysm in the acute stage improved clinical outcome and reduced thromboembolic complications without hemorrhagic complications. World Neurosurg. 2019 Oct 08;: Authors: Shimamura N, Naraoka M, Matsuda N, Katayama K, Kakuta K, Katagai T, Fujiwara N, Hasegawa S, Ohkuma H Abstract BACKGROU
- Repeat surgery after decompressive craniectomy for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage: outcomes and predictors.Related ArticlesRepeat surgery after decompressive craniectomy for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage: outcomes and predictors. World Neurosurg. 2019 Oct 08;: Authors: Lan M, Dambrino RJ, Youssef A, Yengo-Kahn A, Dewan MC, Ehrenfeld J, Bonfield CM, Zuckerman SL Abstract INTRODUCTION: Repeat surgery (RS) after decompressive craniectomy/craniotomy (DC) for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage (TICH) is a d
- Prevalence and Impact of Postoperative Headaches in Nonfunctioning Pituitary Macroadenoma Patients: A Longitudinal Cohort Study.Related ArticlesPrevalence and Impact of Postoperative Headaches in Nonfunctioning Pituitary Macroadenoma Patients: A Longitudinal Cohort Study. World Neurosurg. 2019 Oct 08;: Authors: Jang MK, Park CG, Jang S, Kim EH Abstract BACKGROUND: Patients with nonfunctioning pituitary macroadenomas commonly experience headaches before and after surgery, and headaches have been reported to significantly detra
- Mycophenolic acid concentrations in peripheral blood mononuclear cells are associated with the incidence of rejection in renal transplant recipients.Related ArticlesMycophenolic acid concentrations in peripheral blood mononuclear cells are associated with the incidence of rejection in renal transplant recipients. Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2018 10;84(10):2433-2442 Authors: Md Dom ZI, Coller JK, Carroll RP, Tuke J, McWhinney BC, Somogyi AA, Sallustio BC Abstract AIMS: Although therapeutic drug monitoring of plasma mycophenolic acid (MPA) concentrations
- Sirt6 attenuates hypoxia-induced tubular epithelial cell injury via targeting G2/M phase arrest.Related ArticlesSirt6 attenuates hypoxia-induced tubular epithelial cell injury via targeting G2/M phase arrest. J Cell Physiol. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Gao Z, Chen X, Fan Y, Zhu K, Shi M, Ding G Abstract Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a condition that has a high incidence and death rate. Unfortunately, the kidney may not recover completely after AKI, which then develops to chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- Anticancer activity of britannin through the downregulation of cyclin D1 and CDK4 in human breast cancer cells.Related ArticlesAnticancer activity of britannin through the downregulation of cyclin D1 and CDK4 in human breast cancer cells. J Cancer Res Ther. 2019 Jul-Sep;15(5):1105-1108 Authors: Hamzeloo-Moghadam M, Aghaei M, Abdolmoham Madi MH, Fallahian F Abstract Aim of the Study: Both apoptotic induction and cell cycle blockade in cancer cells are effective strategies to eliminate cancer cells. Many conven
- Hypermethylation of BRM promoter plays oncogenic roles in development of clear cell renal cell carcinoma.Related ArticlesHypermethylation of BRM promoter plays oncogenic roles in development of clear cell renal cell carcinoma. J Cancer. 2019;10(21):5256-5263 Authors: Fang R, Xia Q, Sun J, Ng HZ, Liang Y, Wang X, Wang X, Ma H, Zhou X, Cheng Y, Rao Q Abstract Although the inactivation of BRM plays oncogenic roles in tumorigenesis, regulation mechanism is rarely studied in clear cell renal cell carcinoma (
- Sinularin exerts anti-tumor effects against human renal cancer cells relies on the generation of ROS.Related ArticlesSinularin exerts anti-tumor effects against human renal cancer cells relies on the generation of ROS. J Cancer. 2019;10(21):5114-5123 Authors: Ma Q, Meng XY, Wu KR, Cao JZ, Yu R, Yan ZJ Abstract Sinularin, a soft corals-derived natural product, exerts anti-tumorigenic activity in various types of human cancer cells. However, the action of Sinularin and its mechanism in renal carcinoma
- PKCδ promotes fertilization of mouse embryos in early development via the Cdc25B signaling pathway.Related ArticlesPKCδ promotes fertilization of mouse embryos in early development via the Cdc25B signaling pathway. Exp Ther Med. 2019 Nov;18(5):3281-3290 Authors: Liu Y, Deng X, Wu D, Jin M, Yu B Abstract Protein kinase C type δ (PKCδ) is involved in B-cell signaling and the regulation of growth, apoptosis and differentiation of a variety of cell types. Cell division cycle 25 (Cdc25) is a key mediat
- FOXO1 transcription factor regulates chondrogenic differentiation through transforming growth factor β1 signaling.Related ArticlesFOXO1 transcription factor regulates chondrogenic differentiation through transforming growth factor β1 signaling. J Biol Chem. 2019 Oct 10;: Authors: Kurakazu I, Akasaki Y, Hayashida M, Tsushima H, Goto N, Sueishi T, Toya M, Kuwahara M, Okazaki K, Duffy T, Lotz MK, Nakashima Y Abstract The forkhead box O (FOXO) proteins are transcription factors involved in the differentiation of man
- IL-36β Promotes Inflammatory Activity and Inhibits Differentiation of Keratinocytes In Vitro.Related ArticlesIL-36β Promotes Inflammatory Activity and Inhibits Differentiation of Keratinocytes In Vitro. Chin Med Sci J. 2019 Sep 30;34(3):199-204 Authors: Wang WM, Wu C, Yu XL, Jin HZ Abstract Objective Psoriasis is an immune-mediated inflammatory disease. Despite advances in the study of its pathogenesis, the exact development mechanism of psoriasis remains to be fully elucidated. Hyperprolife
- Epanorin, a lichen secondary metabolite, inhibits proliferation of MCF-7 breast cancer cells.Related ArticlesEpanorin, a lichen secondary metabolite, inhibits proliferation of MCF-7 breast cancer cells. Biol Res. 2019 Oct 10;52(1):55 Authors: Palacios-Moreno J, Rubio C, Quilhot W, Cavieres MF, de la Peña E, Quiñones NV, Díaz H, Carrión F, Henríquez-Roldán CF, Weinstein-Oppenheimer CR Abstract BACKGROUND: Epanorin (EP) is a secondary metabolite of the Acarospora lichenic species. EP has been
- Inhibiting PAD2 enhances the anti-tumor effect of docetaxel in tamoxifen-resistant breast cancer cells.Related ArticlesInhibiting PAD2 enhances the anti-tumor effect of docetaxel in tamoxifen-resistant breast cancer cells. J Exp Clin Cancer Res. 2019 Oct 10;38(1):414 Authors: Li F, Miao L, Xue T, Qin H, Mondal S, Thompson PR, Coonrod SA, Liu X, Zhang X Abstract BACKGROUND: Tamoxifen resistance presents a huge clinical challenge for breast cancer patients. An understanding of the mechanisms of tamoxife
- Actinomycin V Suppresses Human Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma A549 Cells by Inducing G2/M Phase Arrest and Apoptosis via the p53-Dependent Pathway.Related ArticlesActinomycin V Suppresses Human Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma A549 Cells by Inducing G2/M Phase Arrest and Apoptosis via the p53-Dependent Pathway. Mar Drugs. 2019 Oct 09;17(10): Authors: Lin SQ, Jia FJ, Zhang CY, Liu FY, Ma JH, Han Z, Xie WD, Li X Abstract Actinomycin V, extracted and separated from marine-derived actinomycete Streptomyces sp., as the superior potential replacement of
- Glucosinolate-Degradation Products as Co-Adjuvant Therapy on Prostate Cancer in Vitro.Related ArticlesGlucosinolate-Degradation Products as Co-Adjuvant Therapy on Prostate Cancer in Vitro. Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Oct 09;20(20): Authors: Núñez-Iglesias MJ, Novío S, García C, Pérez-Muñuzuri E, Soengas P, Cartea E, Velasco P, Freire-Garabal M Abstract Glucosinolate-degradation products (GS-degradation products) are believed to be responsible for the anticancer effects of cruciferous vegetabl
- Resistance to anti-microtubule drug-induced cell death is determined by regulation of BimEL expression.Related ArticlesResistance to anti-microtubule drug-induced cell death is determined by regulation of BimEL expression. Oncogene. 2019 05;38(22):4352-4365 Authors: Ruan W, Venkatachalam G, Sobota RM, Chen L, Wang LC, Jacobson A, Paramasivam K, Surana U Abstract Anti-microtubule agents are frequently used as anticancer therapeutics. Cell death induced by these agents is considered to be due to sustain
- Adverse events associated with immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment for cancer.Related ArticlesAdverse events associated with immune checkpoint inhibitor treatment for cancer. CMAJ. 2019 01 14;191(2):E40-E46 Authors: Esfahani K, Meti N, Miller WH, Hudson M PMID: 30642824 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
- A genome-wide RNAi screen identifies the SMC5/6 complex as a non-redundant regulator of a Topo2a-dependent G2 arrest.Related ArticlesA genome-wide RNAi screen identifies the SMC5/6 complex as a non-redundant regulator of a Topo2a-dependent G2 arrest. Nucleic Acids Res. 2019 04 08;47(6):2906-2921 Authors: Deiss K, Lockwood N, Howell M, Segeren HA, Saunders RE, Chakravarty P, Soliman TN, Martini S, Rocha N, Semple R, Zalmas LP, Parker PJ Abstract The Topo2a-dependent arrest is associated with faithful segregation of
- A multicentre phase II study of hypofractionated stereostatic boost in intermediate risk prostate carcinoma: a 5-year analysis of the CKNO-PRO trial.Related ArticlesA multicentre phase II study of hypofractionated stereostatic boost in intermediate risk prostate carcinoma: a 5-year analysis of the CKNO-PRO trial. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2019 Oct 08;: Authors: Pasquier D, Peiffert D, Nickers P, Maingon P, Pommier P, Lacornerie T, Martinage G, Tresch E, Lartigau E Abstract BACKGROUND: The aim of this analysis was to assess the 5-year toleranc
- Use of radiobiology in medical jurisprudence, with particular reference to delays in diagnosis and therapeutic onset.Related ArticlesUse of radiobiology in medical jurisprudence, with particular reference to delays in diagnosis and therapeutic onset. Br J Radiol. 2019 Oct 11;:20190672 Authors: Jones B Abstract OBJECTIVE: This paper considers aspects of radiobiology and cell and tissue kinetics applicable to legal disputations concerned with diagnostic and treatment onset delays. METHODS: Various models for
- Two may be better than one: PD-1/PD-L1 blockade combination approaches in metastatic breast cancer.Related ArticlesTwo may be better than one: PD-1/PD-L1 blockade combination approaches in metastatic breast cancer. NPJ Breast Cancer. 2019;5:34 Authors: Page DB, Bear H, Prabhakaran S, Gatti-Mays ME, Thomas A, Cobain E, McArthur H, Balko JM, Gameiro SR, Nanda R, Gulley JL, Kalinsky K, White J, Litton J, Chmura SJ, Polley MY, Vincent B, Cescon DW, Disis ML, Sparano JA, Mittendorf EA, Adams S Abstract
- Patients resistant against PSMA-targeting alpha-radiation therapy often harbor mutations in DNA-repair associated genes.Related ArticlesPatients resistant against PSMA-targeting alpha-radiation therapy often harbor mutations in DNA-repair associated genes. J Nucl Med. 2019 Oct 10;: Authors: Kratochwil C, Giesel FL, Heussel CP, Kazdal D, Endris V, Nientiedt C, Bruchertseifer F, Kippenberger M, Rathke H, Leichsenring J, Hohenfellner M, Morgenstern A, Haberkorn U, Duensing S, Stenzinger A Abstract Prostate-specific membr
- Incorporating robotic surgery into the management of ovarian cancer after neoadjuvant chemotherapy.Related ArticlesIncorporating robotic surgery into the management of ovarian cancer after neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2019 Oct 09;: Authors: Abitbol J, Gotlieb W, Zeng Z, Ramanakumar A, Kessous R, Kogan L, Pare-Miron V, Rombaldi M, Salvador S, Kucukyazici B, Brin S, How J, Lau S Abstract INTRODUCTION: With the rapid uptake of robotic surgery in surgical oncology, its use in the tr
- Complementary biobank of rodent tissue samples to study the effect of World Trade Center exposure on cancer development.Related ArticlesComplementary biobank of rodent tissue samples to study the effect of World Trade Center exposure on cancer development. J Transl Med. 2019 Oct 11;17(1):342 Authors: Lieberman-Cribbin W, Tuminello S, Gillezeau C, van Gerwen M, Brody R, Mulholland DJ, Horton L, Sisco M, Prophete C, Zelikoff J, Lee HW, Park SH, Chen LC, Cohen MD, Taioli E Abstract World Trade Center (WTC) responders wer
- Interleukin-6 mediates resistance to PI3K-pathway-targeted therapy in lymphoma.Related ArticlesInterleukin-6 mediates resistance to PI3K-pathway-targeted therapy in lymphoma. BMC Cancer. 2019 Oct 10;19(1):936 Authors: Kim JH, Kim WS, Park C Abstract BACKGROUND: The phosphoinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) pathway is associated with poor prognosis of hematologic malignancies, providing a strong rationale for the use of PI3K inhibitors in the treatment of malignant lymphoma. However, deve
- Below the Surface: IGF-1R Therapeutic Targeting and Its Endocytic Journey.Related ArticlesBelow the Surface: IGF-1R Therapeutic Targeting and Its Endocytic Journey. Cells. 2019 Oct 09;8(10): Authors: Crudden C, Song D, Cismas S, Trocmé E, Pasca S, Calin GA, Girnita A, Girnita L Abstract Ligand-activated plasma membrane receptors follow pathways of endocytosis through the endosomal sorting apparatus. Receptors cluster in clathrin-coated pits that bud inwards and enter the c
- Consensus guidelines for the use and interpretation of angiogenesis assays.Related ArticlesConsensus guidelines for the use and interpretation of angiogenesis assays. Angiogenesis. 2018 08;21(3):425-532 Authors: Nowak-Sliwinska P, Alitalo K, Allen E, Anisimov A, Aplin AC, Auerbach R, Augustin HG, Bates DO, van Beijnum JR, Bender RHF, Bergers G, Bikfalvi A, Bischoff J, Böck BC, Brooks PC, Bussolino F, Cakir B, Carmeliet P, Castranova D, Cimpean AM, Cleaver O, Coukos G, Davis GE, De Palma M, D
- A Possible Allergic Reaction Case to Thrombin Injected into Pseudoaneurysm After Radiofrequency Ablation.Related ArticlesA Possible Allergic Reaction Case to Thrombin Injected into Pseudoaneurysm After Radiofrequency Ablation. Am J Case Rep. 2019 Oct 11;20:1497-1499 Authors: Ha L, Yiu SW, Wang FF, Han JL Abstract BACKGROUND Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive treatment for arrhythmias, including frequent ventricular premature. As a complication of radiofrequency ablation, pseudoaneurysm can
- Wedge resection versus segmentectomy in patients with stage I non-small-cell lung cancer unfit for lobectomy.Related ArticlesWedge resection versus segmentectomy in patients with stage I non-small-cell lung cancer unfit for lobectomy. Jpn J Clin Oncol. 2019 Sep 05;: Authors: Tsutani Y, Kagimoto A, Handa Y, Mimae T, Miyata Y, Okada M Abstract OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to compare the outcomes of wedge resection and segmentectomy in patients with clinical stage I non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Beneficial Effects of Non-surgical Treatment for Symptomatic Thumb Carpometacarpal Instability in Clinical Practice: A Cohort StudyPublication date: Available online 11 October 2019Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAuthor(s): Robbert M. Wouters, Harm P. Slijper, Lisa Esteban Lopez, Steven E.R. Hovius, Ruud W. Selles, Hand-Wrist Study GroupAbstractObjectiveTo describe outcomes of non-surgical treatment for symptomatic thumb carpometacarpal (CMC-1) instability. Secondary, to evaluate the conversion rate to surgical treatment.DesignProspective cohort study
- Instruments measuring physical activity in individuals who use a wheelchair: a systematic review of measurement propertiesPublication date: Available online 10 October 2019Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAuthor(s): Kristel Lankhorst, Michiel Oerbekke, Rita van den Berg-Emons, Tim Takken, Janke de GrootAbstractObjectiveTo systematically review the evidence evaluating validity or reliability of self-reported and device-based instruments to measure PA in individuals who use a wheelchair and making recommendations for the selection of PA outcomes
- Behavioral Factors and Unintentional Injuries after Spinal Cord InjuryPublication date: Available online 10 October 2019Source: Archives of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationAuthor(s): Yue Cao, Nicole DiPiro, Chao Li, Jon Roesler, James S. KrauseAbstractObjectiveIdentify the relationships of behavioral factors with unintentional injuries among participants with traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI).DesignCross-sectional.SettingMedical university in the Southeastern United States.ParticipantsParticipants (N = 4670) m
European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
- Transoral robotic tongue base reduction and supraglottoplasty combined with maxillomandibular advancement: a new option for selected sleep apnea patients? Preliminary reportAbstract Purpose Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and maxillo-mandibular advancement (MMA) are effective options for obstructive sleep apnea patients. Identification of the correct candidate is by far the most important item in achieving a succesful outcome. As a consequence, not all patients can be managed successfully via one or the other procedure. To overcome the limits of any sing
- 3D navigation in surgery of Eagle syndrome.Related Articles3D navigation in surgery of Eagle syndrome. Bratisl Lek Listy. 2019;120(7):494-497 Authors: Czako L, Hirjak D, Simko K, Thurzo A, Janovszky A, Galis B Abstract NTRODUCTION: Eagle's syndrome is a rare condition caused by the elongation of the styloid process (> 4 cm) or calcification of the stylohyoid ligament. Patients with Eagle's syndrome typically present various clinical symptoms,
Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and Metabolism.
- Near final adult height, and body mass index in overweight/obese and normal-weight children with idiopathic central precocious puberty and treated with gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogsJournal Name: Journal of Pediatric Endocrinology and MetabolismIssue: Ahead of print
- A Survey of LOINC Code Selection Practices Among Participants of the College of American Pathologists' Coagulation (CGL) and Cardiac Markers (CRT) Proficiency Testing Programs.Related ArticlesA Survey of LOINC Code Selection Practices Among Participants of the College of American Pathologists' Coagulation (CGL) and Cardiac Markers (CRT) Proficiency Testing Programs. Arch Pathol Lab Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Stram M, Seheult J, Sinard JH, Campbell WS, Carter AB, de Baca ME, Quinn AM, Luu HS, Members of the Informatics Committee, College of American Pathologists Abstract C
- Fatty Liver Disease: A Practical Approach.Related ArticlesFatty Liver Disease: A Practical Approach. Arch Pathol Lab Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Mostafa M, Abdelkader A, Evans JJ, Hagen CE, Hartley CP Abstract CONTEXT.—: Fatty liver disease is now one of the most commonly encountered entities in the practice of liver pathology. Distinguishing simple steatosis from steatohepatitis is critical because the latter requires follow-up because of l
Case Reports in Pediatrics
- Long-Term Remission of a Spinal Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor in Response to Intensive Multimodal TherapyAtypical teratoid rhabdoid tumors (ATRTs) are rare and aggressive central nervous system tumors that infrequently arise in spinal locations in young children. Provided clinical and diagnostic suspicion is high, the histopathological diagnosis is relatively straightforward to secure by testing for the characteristic loss of the tumor suppressor protein SMARCB1/INI1. Here, we describe a case of thoracic spinal ATRT in a three-year-old boy that show
- Epidemiology and Financial Burden of Musculoskeletal Injuries as the Leading Health Problem in the Military.Related ArticlesEpidemiology and Financial Burden of Musculoskeletal Injuries as the Leading Health Problem in the Military. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Dijksma CI, Bekkers M, Spek B, Lucas C, Stuiver M Abstract INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) have direct impact on occupational readiness and task performance in military populations. Until this date, no epidemiologic data have been p
- In Response to: Decoding Readiness: Toward a Ready Military Health Care Force.Related ArticlesIn Response to: Decoding Readiness: Toward a Ready Military Health Care Force. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Case M, Brown K, Lennon R, Hwang D, Sanchack K PMID: 31603237 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- Teleophthalmology Prevents Unnecessary Evacuation from Warzone.Related ArticlesTeleophthalmology Prevents Unnecessary Evacuation from Warzone. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Cocozza LVR, Santamaria CJA, Giles CGB, Keehn MMC, Miller CK Abstract The purpose of this case report is to highlight the benefits of using teleconsultation to diagnose ophthalmologic conditions within the restraints of a combat environment. A previously healthy 49-year-old service member d
- Developing an Algorithm for Combining Race and Ethnicity Data Sources in the Veterans Health Administration.Related ArticlesDeveloping an Algorithm for Combining Race and Ethnicity Data Sources in the Veterans Health Administration. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Hernandez SE, Sylling PW, Mor MK, Fine MJ, Nelson KM, Wong ES, Liu CF, Batten AJ, Fihn SD, Hebert PL Abstract INTRODUCTION: Racial/ethnic disparities exist in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), despite financial barriers to care being larg
- The Influence of Self-Reported Tobacco Use on Baseline Concussion Assessments.Related ArticlesThe Influence of Self-Reported Tobacco Use on Baseline Concussion Assessments. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Roach SP, Houston MN, Peck KY, Svoboda CSJ, Kelly TF, Malvasi SR, McGinty LCGT, Campbell CDE, Cameron KL Abstract INTRODUCTION: Baseline symptom, balance, and neurocognitive scores have become an integral piece of the concussion management process. Factors such as sleep, lear
- Semi-Automated Neurofeedback Therapy for Persistent Postconcussive Symptoms in a Military Clinical Setting: A Feasibility Study.Related ArticlesSemi-Automated Neurofeedback Therapy for Persistent Postconcussive Symptoms in a Military Clinical Setting: A Feasibility Study. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: Hershaw JN, Hill-Pearson CA, Arango JI, Souvignier CAR, Pazdan CRM Abstract INTRODUCTION: Neurofeedback therapy (NFT) has demonstrated effectiveness for reducing persistent symptoms following traumatic brain injury (TBI); howe
- RE: Uniformed Services University Women's Enrollment and Career Choices in Military Medicine: A Retrospective Descriptive Analysis.Related ArticlesRE: Uniformed Services University Women's Enrollment and Career Choices in Military Medicine: A Retrospective Descriptive Analysis. Mil Med. 2019 Oct 11;: Authors: MacKinnon LRM PMID: 31603216 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
- A qualitative study of factors affecting personal protective equipment use among health care personnelPublication date: Available online 11 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Molly Harrod, Lauren E. Weston, Lynn Gregory, Laura Petersen, Jeanmarie Mayer, Frank A. Drews, Sarah L. KreinBackgroundHealth care personnel (HCP) use of personal protective equipment (PPE) reduces infectious disease transmission. However, PPE compliance remains low. The objective of this study was to better understand how HCP perceptions fac
- The effect of probiotics on the incidence of <em>Clostridioides difficile</em>: Retrospective cohort analysisPublication date: Available online 10 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Temima Saltzman, Melissa Fazzari, Shirley Chung, Burke A. Cunha, Sharon BlumBackgroundConflicting evidence exists regarding probiotics and the incidence of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). This study evaluates whether probiotics are efficacious for CDI prophylaxis in patients receiving antibiotics.MethodsA retrospective cohort analys
- Self-reported National Healthcare Safety Network knowledge and enrollment: A national survey of nursing homesPublication date: Available online 9 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Caroline J. Fu, Mansi Agarwal, Andrew W. Dick, Jeneita M. Bell, Nimalie D. Stone, Ashley M. Chastain, Patricia W. StonePredictors of nursing home staff knowledge of the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and facility enrollment were explored in a national survey. Facility participation in Quality Innovation Network-Quality Improvement O
- Methodology minute: An overview of the case–case study design and its applications in infection preventionPublication date: Available online 9 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Kristen Pogreba-Brown, Erika Austhof, Katherine EllingsonThe case–case study design is a potentially useful tool for infection preventionists during outbreak or cluster investigations. This column clarifies terminology related to case–case, case–control, and case-case-control study designs. Examples of practical applications of the case–case s
- Identifying best practices in electronic health record documentation to support interprofessional communication for the prevention of central line–associated bloodstream infectionsPublication date: Available online 9 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Jennifer Thate, Sarah Collins Rossetti, Ruth McDermott-Levy, Helene MoriartyBackgroundThere is a paucity of research on best practices for communication through the electronic health record (EHR) to support shared decision-making and to prevent adverse events. To explore this issue, this study focused on interprofessional communication around
- Assessment of a novel antimicrobial surface disinfectant on inert surfaces in the intensive care unit environment using ATP-bioluminesence assayPublication date: Available online 9 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Charles E. Edmiston, Maureen Spencer, Brian D. Lewis, Peter J. Rossi, Kellie R. Brown, Michael Malinowski, Gary R. Seabrook, David LeaperBackgroundCross-contamination from inanimate surfaces can play a significant role in intensive care unit (ICU)-acquired colonization and infection. This study assessed an innovative isopropyl alcohol/organofu
- A comprehensive vascular access service can reduce catheter-associated bloodstream infections and promote the appropriate use of vascular access devicesPublication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Miguel Martillo, Samson Zarbiv, Rohit Gupta, Amy Brito, Atinuke Shittu, Roopa Kohli-SethThis study describes the role of a novel vascular access service in the reduction and prevention of central line–associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). We conducted a retrospective analysis of data obtained over a span of 24 months after implementatio
- Compliance with statewide regulations for communication of patients’ multidrug-resistant organism and <em>Clostridium difficile</em> status during transitions of carePublication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Katherine D. Ellingson, Brie N. Noble, Dat Tran, Genevieve L. Buser, Christopher D. Pfeiffer, P. Maureen Cassidy, Rebecca Pierce, Zintars G. Beldavs, Jon P. FurunoIn 2014, Oregon implemented an interfacility transfer communication law requiring notification of multidrug-resistant organism status on patient transfer. Based on 2015 and 2016 stat
- Assessment of surgical instrument bioburden after steam sterilization: A pilot studyPublication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Marisol Resendiz, Timothy S. Horseman, Andrew J. Hover, David F. Bradley, Michael B. Lustik, Gordon F. WestIn environments in which manual decontamination and steam sterilization remains the primary method of sterilization, biofilm formation can increase the risk of disease transmission. To determine the risk of bacterial survival and contamin
- Preoperative skin antisepsis using chlorhexidine may reduce surgical wound infections in lower limb trauma surgery when compared to povidone-iodine - a prospective randomized trialPublication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Benedikt Ritter, Philipp Karl Ewald Herlyn, Thomas Mittlmeier, Anica HerlynBackgroundFor the prevention of surgical wound infections (SSIs), local microorganism counts can be lowered by skin antisepsis prior to surgical incisions. Until now, it has been unclear which antiseptic is the most effective.MethodsThis prospective randomized trial ana
- Connectors as a risk factor for blood-associated infections (3-way stopcock and needleless connector): A randomized-experimental studyPublication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Tuba Sengul, Betul Guven, Ayse Ferda Ocakci, Nurten KayaBackgroundMicroorganisms causing catheter-related bloodstream infections colonize to intravenous catheters (IVC)—particularly to connectors mounted to catheters. The aim of this study was to examine the colonization in 3-way stopcock (TWS) connectors and needleless connectors (NCs) that i
- Are reduced concentrations of chlorine-based disinfectants effective against <em>Candida auris</em>?Publication date: Available online 8 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Jessica A. Kumar, Jennifer L. Cadnum, Annette L. Jencson, Curtis J. DonskeyChlorine-based disinfectants are commonly used in rooms of patients with Candida auris, but there is uncertainty regarding optimal concentrations that provide efficacy while minimizing the potential for adverse effects. We found that 2 chlorine-based disinfectants were
- Impact of implementation of a modified World Health Organization multimodal hand hygiene strategy in a university teaching hospitalPublication date: Available online 7 October 2019Source: American Journal of Infection ControlAuthor(s): Reham H.A. Yousef, Marwa Rashad Salem, Ahmed Taher MahmoudBackgroundAlthough educational programs could enhance knowledge, practices, and compliance with hand hygiene (HH) for health care workers, the researches focusing on effective methods for educating and increasing the compliance with HH practices are scanty. Consequently, the researchers
Parasite
- Sleeping sickness in the historical focus of forested Guinea: update using a geographically based methodAuthors: Fabrice Courtin, Oumou Camara, Mamadou Camara, Moïse Kagbadouno, Bruno Bucheton, Philippe Solano and Vincent Jamonneau.Parasite Vol. 26 , page 61Published online: 10/10/2019 Keywords: Sleeping sickness ; Trypanosoma brucei gambiense ; Guinea ; Geography ; Risk ; Elimination.
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- Detection of monoclonal B-lymphocytosis: interest of cellular population data and CytoDiff™ analysisJournal Name: Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM)Issue: Ahead of print
- Comparison of the diagnostic performance of two automated urine sediment analyzers with manual phase-contrast microscopyJournal Name: Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM)Issue: Ahead of print
- Alarmed by misleading interference in free T3 and free T4 assays: a new case of anti-streptavidin antibodiesJournal Name: Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (CCLM)Issue: Ahead of print
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