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Guthrie JL, Strudwick L, Roberts B, Allen M, McFadzen J, Roth D, Jorgensen D, Rodrigues M, Tang P, Hanley B, Johnston J, Cook VJ, Gardy JL. Whole genome sequencing for improved understanding of Mycobacterium tuberculosis transmission in a remote circumpolar region. Epidemiol Infect 2019; 147:e188. [PMID: 31364521 PMCID: PMC6518594 DOI: 10.1017/s0950268819000670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2018] [Revised: 01/22/2019] [Accepted: 03/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Few studies have used genomic epidemiology to understand tuberculosis (TB) transmission in rural and remote settings - regions often unique in history, geography and demographics. To improve our understanding of TB transmission dynamics in Yukon Territory (YT), a circumpolar Canadian territory, we conducted a retrospective analysis in which we combined epidemiological data collected through routine contact investigations with clinical and laboratory results. Mycobacterium tuberculosis isolates from all culture-confirmed TB cases in YT (2005-2014) were genotyped using 24-locus Mycobacterial Interspersed Repetitive Units-Variable Number of Tandem Repeats (MIRU-VNTR) and compared to each other and to those from the neighbouring province of British Columbia (BC). Whole genome sequencing (WGS) of genotypically clustered isolates revealed three sustained transmission networks within YT, two of which also involved BC isolates. While each network had distinct characteristics, all had at least one individual acting as the probable source of three or more culture-positive cases. Overall, WGS revealed that TB transmission dynamics in YT are distinct from patterns of spread in other, more remote Northern Canadian regions, and that the combination of WGS and epidemiological data can provide actionable information to local public health teams.
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Chapman B, Huang A, Horner E, Peters K, Sempeles E, Roberts B, Lapham S. INTERNAL REPLICATION STRATEGIES FOR (MODERATELY) LARGE SAMPLES: CROSS-VALIDATION TECHNIQUES IN PROJECT TALENT. Innov Aging 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/geroni/igy023.2911] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Davis F, Gostine M, Roberts B, Risko R, Cappelleri JC, Sadosky A. Characterizing classes of fibromyalgia within the continuum of central sensitization syndrome. J Pain Res 2018; 11:2551-2560. [PMID: 30425566 PMCID: PMC6205129 DOI: 10.2147/jpr.s147199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Background While fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic widespread pain and tenderness, its presentation among patients as a continuum of diseases rather than a single disease contributes to the challenges of diagnosis and treatment. The purpose of this analysis was to distinguish and characterize classes of FM within the continuum using data from chronic pain patients. Methods FM patients were identified from administrative claims data from the ProCare Systems’ network of Michigan pain clinics between January 1999 and February 2015. Identification was based on either use of traditional criteria (ie, ICD-9 codes) or a predictive model indicative of patients having FM. Patients were classified based on similarity of comorbidities (symptom severity), region of pain (widespread pain), and type and number of procedures (treatment intensity) using unsupervised learning. Text mining and a review of physician notes were conducted to assist in understanding the FM continuum. Results A total of 2,529 FM patients with 79,570 observations or clinical visits were evaluated. Four main classes of FM patients were identified: Class 1) regional FM with classic symptoms; Class 2) generalized FM with increasing widespread pain and some additional symptoms; Class 3) FM with advanced and associated conditions, increasing widespread pain, increased sleep disturbance, and chemical sensitivity; and Class 4) FM secondary to other conditions. Conclusion FM is a disease continuum characterized by progressive and identifiable classifications. Four classes of FM can be differentiated by pain and symptom severity, specific comorbidities, and use of clinical procedures.
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Fuhr D, Roberts B. 2.11-P19Are mental health systems responsive to the mental health needs of Syrian refugees? Eur J Public Health 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/cky048.090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Rickard C, Marsh N, Larsen E, Corley A, Spooner A, Fraser J, Davis C, Lepelaar S, Long D, Roberts B, Baker S, Gill F, Gowardman J, Murgo M, Alexandrou E, Palermo A, Regli A, McGrail M, Runnegar N. Intravenous administration set (infusion tubing) replacement after 4 or 7 days is equally effective to prevent bloodstream infections (RSVP trial). Aust Crit Care 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aucc.2017.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Shevlin M, Hyland P, Vallières F, Bisson J, Makhashvili N, Javakhishvili J, Shpiker M, Roberts B. A comparison of DSM-5 and ICD-11 PTSD prevalence, comorbidity and disability: an analysis of the Ukrainian Internally Displaced Person's Mental Health Survey. Acta Psychiatr Scand 2018; 137:138-147. [PMID: 29210054 DOI: 10.1111/acps.12840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Recently, the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-5) and the World Health Organization (ICD-11) have both revised their formulation of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The primary aim of this study was to compare DSM-5 and ICD-11 PTSD prevalence and comorbidity rates, as well as the level of disability associated with each diagnosis. METHOD This study was based on a representative sample of adult Ukrainian internally displaced persons (IDPs: N = 2203). Post-traumatic stress disorder prevalence was assessed using the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 and the International Trauma Questionnaire (ICD-11). Anxiety and depression were measured using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale and the Patient Health Questionnaire-Depression. Disability was measured using the WHO Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0. RESULTS The prevalence of DSM-5 PTSD (27.4%) was significantly higher than ICD-11 PTSD (21.0%), and PTSD rates for females were significantly higher using both criteria. ICD-11 PTSD was associated with significantly higher levels of disability and comorbidity. CONCLUSION The ICD-11 diagnosis of PTSD appears to be particularly well suited to identifying those with clinically relevant levels of disability.
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Odone A, Roberts B, Dara M, van den Boom M, Kluge H, McKee M. People- and patient-centred care for tuberculosis: models of care for tuberculosis. Int J Tuberc Lung Dis 2018; 22:133-138. [DOI: 10.5588/ijtld.17.0608] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Saxon L, Makhashvili N, Chikovani I, Seguin M, McKee M, Patel V, Bisson J, Roberts B. Coping strategies and mental health outcomes of conflict-affected persons in the Republic of Georgia. Epidemiol Psychiatr Sci 2017; 26:276-286. [PMID: 26804972 PMCID: PMC5419062 DOI: 10.1017/s2045796016000019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2015] [Accepted: 01/05/2016] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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AIMS Adults who experienced the 1992 and 2008 armed conflicts in the Republic of Georgia were exposed to multiple traumatic events and stressors over many years. The aim was to investigate what coping strategies are used by conflict-affected persons in Georgia and their association with mental disorders. METHOD A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 3600 adults, representing internally displaced persons (IDPs) from conflicts in the 1990s (n = 1200) and 2008 (n = 1200) and former IDPs who returned to their homes after the 2008 conflict (n = 1200). Post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety and coping strategies were measured using the Trauma Screening Questionnaire, Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalised Anxiety and adapted version of the Brief Coping Inventory, respectively. Descriptive and multivariate regression analyses were used. RESULTS Coping strategies such as use of humour, emotional support, active coping, acceptance and religion were significantly associated with better mental health outcomes. Coping strategies of behavioural and mental disengagement, denial, venting emotions, substance abuse and gambling were significantly associated with poorer mental health outcomes. The reported use of coping strategies varied significantly between men and women for 8 of the 15 strategies addressed. CONCLUSIONS Many conflict-affected persons in Georgia are still suffering mental health problems years after the conflicts. A number of specific coping strategies appear to be associated with better mental health and should be encouraged and supported where possible.
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Levallius J, Mu W, Norring C, Clinton D, Roberts B. Some stay the same: Personality change after treatment for eating disorder. Eur Psychiatry 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpsy.2017.01.794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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IntroductionStrong evidence establishes a close relationship between personality traits and mental illness; where personality can be said to influences the likelihood, severity and longevity of a mental disorder. Personality is usually seen as fixed, yet there is a growing body of evidence for the changeability of personality, though this has rarely been studied in relation to mental disorders.ObjectiveTo study the longitudinal interplay between personality and eating disorders (EDs), particularly the associations between personality, recovery and treatment modality.AimsTo investigate changes in the five domains and thirty lower-level facets of personality in non-underweight EDs, and its associations to intervention and outcome.MethodsTwo hundred and nine adults with EDs enrolled either in a four-month multimodal psychodynamic group-therapy (DAY) or four-six month internet-based supported cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT). ED diagnosis and personality (by the five-factor model) were assessed at baseline, termination and 6-month follow up. Structural equation modeling was used to analyze domain-level development, and reliable change (RCI) for facet-level development.ResultsRemission rate at end of treatment was 71% in DAY and 55% in iCBT. Over time, Neuroticism decreased significantly while Extraversion, Openness and Conscientiousness increased (P < 0.01). Treatment and outcome had little influence on domain-level change. At the facet-level, 28% of patients reliably changed in any given facet, and there were several differences in pattern based on treatment and outcome.ConclusionsThis study lends support for the possibility of personality change and its relevance for recovery from EDs.Disclosure of interestThe authors have not supplied their declaration of competing interest.
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Patel P, Dahab M, Tanabe M, Murphy A, Ettema L, Guy S, Roberts B. Tracking official development assistance for reproductive health in conflict-affected countries: 2002-2011. BJOG 2016; 123:1693-704. [PMID: 26817807 PMCID: PMC5066640 DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.13851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To provide information on trends on official development assistance (ODA) disbursement patterns for reproductive health activities in 18 conflict-affected countries. DESIGN Secondary data analysis. SAMPLE 18 conflict-affected countries and 36 non-conflict-affected countries. METHODS The Creditor Reporting System (CRS) database was analyzed for ODA disbursement for direct and indirect reproductive health activities to 18 conflict-affected countries (2002-2011). A comparative analysis was also made with 36 non-conflict-affected counties in the same 'least-developed' income category. Multivariate regression analyses examined associations between conflict status and reproductive health ODA and between reproductive needs and ODA disbursements. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Patterns of ODA disbursements (constant U.S. dollars) for reproductive health activities. RESULTS The average annual ODA disbursed for reproductive health to 18 conflict-affected countries from 2002 to 2011 was US$ 1.93 per person per year. There was an increase of 298% in ODA for reproductive health activities to the conflict-affected countries between 2002 and 2011; 56% of this increase was due to increases in HIV/AIDS funding. The average annual per capita reproductive health ODA disbursed to least-developed non-conflict-affected countries was 57% higher than to least-developed conflict-affected countries. Regression analyses confirmed disparities in ODA to and between conflict-affected countries. CONCLUSIONS Despite increases in ODA for reproductive health for conflict-affected countries (albeit largely for HIV/AIDS activities), considerable disparities remains. TWEETABLE ABSTRACT Study tracking 10 years of aid for reproductive aid shows major disparities for conflict-affected countries.
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Roberts B, Stratford R, Thompson D, Wolfendale S. Assessment in Response to Individual Referrals. SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY INTERNATIONAL 2016. [DOI: 10.1177/0143034386074002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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This paper provides a summary of the deliberations of a working party on assessment set up by the tutors to the 14 educational psychology training courses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. As such it reflects the thoughts of all 14 tutors who subsequently discussed the document and agreed to use it as the basis for their taught courses on assessment in the professional training of educational psychologists.
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Britton C, Roberts B, Marks ND. Functional Genomics Tools for Haemonchus contortus and Lessons From Other Helminths. ADVANCES IN PARASITOLOGY 2016; 93:599-623. [PMID: 27238014 DOI: 10.1016/bs.apar.2016.02.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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The availability of genome and transcriptome data for parasitic nematodes, including Haemonchus contortus, has highlighted the need to develop functional genomics tools. Comparative genomic analysis, particularly using data from the free-living nematode Caenorhabditis elegans, can help predict gene function. Reliable approaches to study function directly in parasitic nematodes are currently lacking. However, gene knockdown by RNA interference (RNAi) is being successfully used in schistosome and planarian species to define gene functions. Lessons from these systems may be applied to improve RNAi in H. contortus. Previous studies in H. contortus and related nematodes demonstrated reliable RNAi-mediated silencing of some genes, but not others. Current data suggest that susceptibility to RNAi in these nematodes is limited to genes expressed in sites accessible to the environment, such as the gut, amphids and excretory cell. Therefore, RNAi is functional in H. contortus, but improvements are needed to develop this system as a functional genomics platform. Here, we summarize RNAi studies on H. contortus and discuss the optimization of RNA delivery and improvements to culture methods to enhance larval development, protein turnover and the induction of phenotypic effects in vitro. The transgenic delivery of RNA or dominant-negative gene constructs and the recently developed CRISPR/Cas genome-editing technique are considered as potential alternative approaches for gene knockout. This is a key time to devote greater effort in progressing from genome to function, to improve our understanding of the biology of Haemonchus and identify novel targets for parasite control.
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Strober L, Chiaravalloti N, Armstrong J, Roberts B. C-11 * Utility of the Ten Item Personality Inventory (TIPI) in Multiple Sclerosis (MS): What Can 10 Items Tell Us? Arch Clin Neuropsychol 2014. [DOI: 10.1093/arclin/acu038.192] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Giacobbi PR, Buman MP, Dzierzewski J, Aiken-Morgan AT, Roberts B, Marsiske M, Knutson N, Smith-McCrae C. Content and Perceived Utility of Mental Imagery by Older Adults in a Peer-Delivered Physical Activity Intervention. JOURNAL OF APPLIED SPORT PSYCHOLOGY 2014; 26:129-143. [PMID: 25067894 PMCID: PMC4106045 DOI: 10.1080/10413200.2013.803502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Imagery interventions intended to increase exercise behavior are rare. The Active Adult Mentoring Program (AAMP) was a randomized controlled trial with imagery content. The purposes of this study were to examine the content and perceived utility of mental imagery with 24 AAMP participants (Mage = 65.00, SD = 8.79 years). Digital recordings of AAMP sessions and post-intervention interviews were content-analyzed. Emergent themes included images of the physical activity context and negative impressions about imagery. Post-intervention interviews revealed that 13 participants reported positive experiences using mental imagery while 9 would not engage in further use. Important implications are discussed.
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White D, Roach L, Roberts B, Daley T. Initial Results from Seismic Monitoring at the Aquistore CO2 Storage Site, Saskatchewan, Canada. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.egypro.2014.11.477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Kósa Z, Kornyicki Á, Diószeghy J, Roberts B, Sándor J, Ádány R. Prevalence of metabolic syndrome among Roma living in segregated colonies: a comparative health examination survey in Hungary. Eur J Public Health 2013. [DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/ckt126.313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Boyce R, Lenhart A, Kroeger A, Velayudhan R, Roberts B, Horstick O. Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis(Bti) for the control of dengue vectors: systematic literature review. Trop Med Int Health 2013; 18:564-77. [DOI: 10.1111/tmi.12087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Makhashvili N, Chikovani I, Rukhadze N, McKee M, Patel V, Roberts B. 1580 – Patterns of mental disorders and their co-morbidity with conflict-affected populations in georgia. Eur Psychiatry 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/s0924-9338(13)76581-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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Dzuba VA, Berengut JC, Flambaum VV, Roberts B. Revisiting parity nonconservation in cesium. PHYSICAL REVIEW LETTERS 2012; 109:203003. [PMID: 23215482 DOI: 10.1103/physrevlett.109.203003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2012] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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We apply the sum-over-states approach to calculate partial contributions to parity nonconservation (PNC) in cesium [Porsev, Beloy, and Drevianko, Phys. Rev. Lett. 102, 181601 (2009)]. We find significant corrections to two nondominating terms coming from the contribution of the core and highly excited states (n>9, the so called tail). When these differences are taken into account the result of Porsev et al., E(PNC)=0.8906(24)×10(-11)i(-Q(W)/N) changes to 0.8977 (40), coming into good agreement with our previous calculations, 0.8980 (45). The interpretation of the PNC measurements in cesium still indicates reasonable agreement with the standard model (1.5σ); however, it gives new constraints on physics beyond it.
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Turner M, Chretien N, Havari E, LaMorte M, Roberts B, Kaplan J, Siders W. Activity of an Anti-Murine CD52 Antibody in Experimental Autoimmune Encephalomyelitis (P05.117). Neurology 2012. [DOI: 10.1212/wnl.78.1_meetingabstracts.p05.117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Dufour AB, Roberts B, Broe KE, Kiel DP, Bouxsein ML, Hannan MT. The factor-of-risk biomechanical approach predicts hip fracture in men and women: the Framingham Study. Osteoporos Int 2012; 23:513-20. [PMID: 21344243 PMCID: PMC3289518 DOI: 10.1007/s00198-011-1569-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2010] [Accepted: 02/01/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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SUMMARY We examined the relation between a biomechanical measure, factor-of-risk, and hip fracture risk in 1,100 men and women from the Framingham Study and found that it predicted hip fracture (men, ORs of 1.8; women, 1.2-1.4). INTRODUCTION Alternative methods of predicting hip fracture are needed since 50% of adults who fracture do not have osteoporosis by bone mineral density (BMD) measurements. One method, factor-of-risk (Φ), computes the ratio of force on the hip in a fall to femoral strength. We examined the relation between Φ and hip fracture in 1,100 subjects from the Framingham Study with measured hip BMD, along with weight, height, and age, collected in 1988-1989. METHODS We estimated both peak and attenuated force applied to the hip in a sideways fall from standing height, where attenuated force incorporated cushioning effects of trochanteric soft tissue. Femoral strength was estimated from femoral neck BMD, using cadaveric femoral strength data. Sex-specific, age-adjusted survival models were used to calculate hazard ratios (HR) and 95% confidence intervals for the relation between Φ (peak), Φ (attenuated), and their components with hip fracture. RESULTS In 425 men and 675 women (mean age, 76 years), 136 hip fractures occurred over median follow-up of 11.3 years. Factor-of-risk, Φ, was associated with increased age-adjusted risk for hip fracture. One standard deviation increase in Φ (peak) and Φ (attenuated) was associated with HR of 1.88 and 1.78 in men and 1.23 and 1.41 in women, respectively. Examining components of Φ, in women, we found fall force and soft tissue thickness were predictive of hip fracture independent of femoral strength (was estimated from BMD). CONCLUSIONS Thus, both Φ (peak) and Φ (attenuated) predict hip fracture in men and women. These findings suggest additional studies of Φ predicting hip fracture using direct measurements of trochanteric soft tissue.
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Chestnutt J, Heyburn G, Roberts B. Pyroglutamic aciduria: a cause of high anion-gap metabolic acidosis associated with common drugs. IRISH MEDICAL JOURNAL 2011; 104:312-313. [PMID: 22256446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Pyroglutamic aciduria is a rare and probably under-recognised cause of metabolic acidosis which may be precipitated by certain common drugs.
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Wikramanayake TC, Simon J, Mauro LM, Perez CI, Roberts B, Elgart G, Alvarez-Connelly E, Schachner LA, Jimenez JJ. tert-butyl hydroperoxide, an organic peroxide, causes temporary delay in hair growth in a neonatal rat model. Clin Exp Dermatol 2011; 36:661-4. [PMID: 21418283 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2230.2011.04016.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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tert-butyl hydroperoxide (tBHP), an organic peroxide, has been shown to cause irreversible damage to keratinocytes in vitro with prolonged administration at high concentrations, and reversible damage with short-term administration at low concentrations. To investigate the effects of tBHP on keratinocytes in vivo, we analysed hair growth in tBHP-treated neonatal rats. Sprague-Dawley and Long-Evans rat pups were injected subcutaneously with tBHP or vehicle once daily for 6 days, and hair growth was monitored. The tBHP-treated rats had a significant delay in hair growth. However, this delay reversed within days, and the hair coats, including hair pigmentation, of tBHP-treated and sham-treated rats were indistinguishable 2 weeks later. Histological analysis and BrdU labelling of S phase cells confirmed the delay in hair-follicle growth and its reversal in tBHP-treated rats. Our results indicated that the changes incurred in hair follicles by short-term use of high-dose oxidants in vivo are temporary and reversible.
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García-Guinea J, Lombardero M, Roberts B, Taboada J, Peto A. Mineralogía y microestructura de la pizarra de techar: comportamiento termooptico y fisibilidad. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010. [DOI: 10.3989/mc.1998.v48.i251.470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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