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Licciardi F, Montin D, Versace A, Migliore G, Tzialla C, Fellay J, Borghesi A. Familial segregation of group B streptococcal infection in a consanguineous kindred. Int J Infect Dis 2016; 51:22-24. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2016.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2016] [Revised: 08/12/2016] [Accepted: 08/19/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022] Open
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Doyle K, Prates R, Stimach C, Licciardi F, Dokras A, Chen S, McWilliams T, Benadiva C, Kitchen J, Konstantinidis M. Karyomapping: the gold standard for preimplantation genetic diagnosis. Fertil Steril 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2016.07.465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Rodriguez S, Shraga R, Yarnall S, Kumar N, Chuan S, Licciardi F. Comparison of genetic disease carrier frequencies between general fertility patients and gamete donors undergoing expanded carrier screening. Fertil Steril 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2016.07.1052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Lee S, Lee S, Schiffman M, Kramer Y, McCulloh D, Licciardi F. A prospective comparative study examining the attitudes and responses to fertility medications and monitoring in women undergoing oocyte cryopreservation vs in vitro fertilization. Fertil Steril 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2016.07.1083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Druckenmiller S, Licciardi F, Labella P, Clarke-Williams M, Seta N, McCulloh D, Noyes N. Too slow? We don’t think so. Outcomes relative to embryo development in a busy oocyte cryopreservation (OC) program. Fertil Steril 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.07.962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Prates R, Jaroudi S, Jordan A, Goodall N, Chu B, Tecson V, Hershlag A, Garrisi M, Licciardi F, Witt B, Konstantinidis M. Advantages of triplet repeat expansion detection in blastocyst biopsy for preimplantation genetic diagnosis of fragile X syndrome. Fertil Steril 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2015.07.194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Calitri C, Denina M, Scolfaro C, Garazzino S, Licciardi F, Burdino E, Allice T, Carraro F, De Intinis G, Ghisetti V, Tovo PA. Etiological diagnosis of bloodstream infections through a multiplex real-time polymerase chain reaction test in pediatric patients: a case series from a tertiary Italian hospital. Infect Dis (Lond) 2014; 47:73-9. [PMID: 25426998 DOI: 10.3109/00365548.2014.967291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The outcome of bloodstream infections (BSIs) is strongly related to microbiological diagnosis. Several factors may reduce blood culture (BC) diagnostic yield in pediatric BSIs, making the application of molecular methods quite promising. METHODS Multiplex real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests (the LightCycler Septifast Test MGRADE by Roche Diagnostics--LC-SF) performed in the tertiary centre of Regina Margherita Children's Hospital (Turin, Italy) over a 3-year period were retrospectively evaluated. Results of the LC-SF test were compared with those of BC (Automated Bact/Alert 3D, Biomerieux) collected at a close time point. RESULTS 545 LC-SF tests were collected from 289 patients (183 males, median age 6.8 years, interquartile range (IQR) = 2.7-13.1); 163 had congenital or acquired immunodeficiency. In 515 cases (94.5%) the LC-SF test was performed with ongoing empirical antimicrobial therapy. Etiological definition was achieved in 111 BSI cases (20.4%). Both LC-SF and BC identified the responsible pathogen in 39 episodes. The LC-SF test alone gave a positive result in 29 septic episodes; BC alone permitted the etiological diagnosis in 43 episodes, but isolates were not included in the LC-SF master list in 10 cases. A 26% increase in bacterial identification chances due to the LC-SF test was documented. Cohen's kappa test indicated a moderate strength of agreement (0.49) between LC-SF tests and BCs closely collected. CONCLUSIONS BC remains the gold standard for the etiological diagnosis of BSIs, but PCR methods proved to be a valuable adjunctive diagnostic tool in pediatric BSIs, especially in children receiving empirical chemotherapy.
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Steuerwald N, Durrett R, Parsons J, Hamilton A, Kontanstinidis M, Licciardi F, Munne S. Whole exome sequencing of embryo biopsies reveals clinically-significant de novo mutations. Fertil Steril 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2014.07.092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Makhijani R, Goldman K, Buldo-Licciardi J, McCulloh D, Grifo J, Licciardi F. Comparing routes of progesterone (P) for luteal support in donor-oocyte recipients (DER) following fresh embryo transfer (ET). Fertil Steril 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2014.07.802] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Garazzino S, Calitri C, Versace A, Alfarano A, Scolfaro C, Bertaina C, Vatrano S, Mignone F, Licciardi F, Gabiano C, Tovo PA. Natural history of vertically acquired HCV infection and associated autoimmune phenomena. Eur J Pediatr 2014; 173:1025-31. [PMID: 24585099 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-014-2286-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2013] [Revised: 02/10/2014] [Accepted: 02/16/2014] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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UNLABELLED The natural history of vertically acquired HCV infection is ill defined. The aim of this study was to outline the natural course of vertical HCV infection in a cohort of untreated children, including rate of spontaneous viral clearance, frequency and features of HCV-related autoimmune disorders. Children with vertical HCV infection were prospectively followed from the first month of life with regular clinical and laboratory assessments. Statistical analysis was performed using Prism 5.0. Forty-five children (median age 12 years, interquartile range 6.9-15.5) were studied. Genotype 1 was predominant (53.3 %). Spontaneous viral clearance was achieved by 12 patients (26.7 %) and associated with genotype 3. Alanine-amino-transferase levels were increased in most children in the first 2 years of life with higher values in those who later cleared the infection. All children were asymptomatic for liver disease. Transient elastography (32 patients) showed mild or moderate fibrosis in nine and two cases, respectively. Non-organ-specific autoantibodies were detected in 24 children (53.3 %) independently of viremia; of these, one developed type-1 diabetes. Cryoglobulinemia was associated with genotype 1 infection and found in 15 subjects (33.3 %): two had low C4 levels and persistent proteinuria. CONCLUSIONS Vertically acquired HCV infection may result in spontaneous clearance in up to 27 % of children. Resolution of infection is higher with genotype 3, usually occurs in preschool age and persists over time. Chronic infection is generally asymptomatic, although hepatomegaly and mild fibrosis may develop. Autoantibodies and cryoglobulins are frequent, whereas the associated clinical manifestations are rare.
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Buldo-Licciardi J, Goldman K, McCulloh D, Licciardi F, Goldfarb J, Grifo J. How low can you go? interpreting low beta human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels following in vitro fertilization (IVF) and frozen embryo transfer (FET). Fertil Steril 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2013.07.987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Morin S, McCulloh D, Licciardi F. A comparison of gonadotropin releasing hormone agonist (gnrha) and human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) for final oocyte maturation in an egg donor population. Fertil Steril 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2013.07.1107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Licciardi F, Oh C. The early oocyte donation pregnancy produces increasing amounts of pregnenolone: elucidation the luteoplacental shift and identification of a potential prenatal diagnostic marker. Fertil Steril 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.07.681] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Smith M, Licciardi F. The secret to success: identifying factors that predict a positive IVF outcome in patients over 42 years old. Fertil Steril 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2011.07.729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Mullin C, Licciardi F, Berkeley A. Is increasing endometrial lining thickness advantageous or detrimental to pregnancy outcomes in oocyte donation cycles (OD-IVF)? Fertil Steril 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.07.843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Knopman J, Noyes N, LaBella P, Licciardi F, Grifo J. Oocyte cryopreservation: an alternative model for gamete donation. Fertil Steril 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.07.476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Mullin C, Licciardi F, McCaffrey C, Knopman J, Grifo J. Elective single blastocyst transfers (eSBT) in oocyte donor IVF cycles (OD-IVF) result in a reduction of multiples without compromising the live birth rate (LBR). Fertil Steril 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.07.1011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Reh A, Amarosa A, Licciardi F, Krey L, Berkeley AS, Kump L. Evaluating the necessity for universal screening of prospective oocyte donors using enhanced genetic and psychological testing. Hum Reprod 2010; 25:2298-304. [DOI: 10.1093/humrep/deq182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Melnick A, Licciardi F. Elevated levels of C-reactive protein(CPR) are associated with superior ovarian reserve. Fertil Steril 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2009.07.1047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Cho M, Mullin C, Dutta S, Krey L, Licciardi F. Does the inter-cycle duration affect clinical outcome for fresh IVF cycles? Fertil Steril 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2009.07.300] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Talebian S, Licciardi F, Liu M, Grifo J, Krey L. Assessing anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) as a marker of ovarian response in anonymous oocyte donors: quantity or quality? Fertil Steril 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.07.1249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Hodes-Wertz B, Licciardi F, Krey L. Estradiol: oocyte ratio a predictor of pregnancy outcome. Fertil Steril 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.07.533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Grifo J, Licciardi F, Berkeley A, Kump L, Noyes N. Donor egg banking: deliveries from cryopreserved donor oocytes-a new paradigm for egg donation? Fertil Steril 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.07.586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Knopman J, Krey L, Talebian S, Fino M, Licciardi F, Noyes N. Oocyte donors should no longer be subjected to intramuscular injections. Fertil Steril 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2008.07.147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Knopman JM, Noyes N, Talebian S, Fino E, Krey L, Curtin JP, Grifo JA, Licciardi F. Women with cancer undergoing IVF for fertility preservation: A case-control study of response to exogenous gonadotropins. J Clin Oncol 2008. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2008.26.15_suppl.9582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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