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Nicolas G, Ferreira J, Valente D, Abbas L, Saliba M, Milcheski D, Junior AM, Gemperli R. Surgical treatment of sacral pressure injury in ambulating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic: A prospective cohort with complications analysis and elaboration of a surgical treatment protocol. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2024; 92:207-211. [PMID: 38552404 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2023.09.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2021] [Revised: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/18/2024]
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BACKGROUND The sudden increase of intensive care unit patients during the coronavirus pandemic led to an increase in the incidence of sacral pressure lesions. Despite being ambulating patients, in many cases the lesions were deep (Grade III and IV), mainly due to the long-term intubation and being bedridden during the pandemic. Most of these wounds necessitated surgical repair. OBJECTIVES To measure the success and the rate of complications in reconstructions of grade III and IV hospital acquired sacral pressure lesions in ambulating patients after hospitalization for COVID-19. Developing a well-established protocol for surgical treatment of hospital acquired sacral pressure lesions during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS Prospective cohort involving ambulating patients with grades III and IV sacral pressure lesions developed after hospitalization for COVID-19 from May 2020 to August 2020 (4 months). All of them were submitted to reconstruction with fasciocutaneous flaps. Demographics, comorbidities, and preoperative laboratory tests were compared and multivariable-adjusted logistic regression was made in order to identify risk factors for complications. RESULTS Thirty-eight patients were submitted to fasciocutaneous flaps to repair sacral pressure lesions with a total complication rate of 36.0%. Hemoglobin levels lower than 9.0 mg/dl (p = 0,01), leukocyte levels higher than 11.000/mm3 (p = 0,1), and C Reactive protein levels higher than 142 mg/dl (p = 0,06) at the time of reconstruction and bilateral flaps were independent factors for complications. CONCLUSION Specific preoperative laboratory tests and surgical techniques were associated with a statistically significant increased complication risk. It was established a protocol for surgical treatment of hospital-acquired sacral pressure lesions to diminish these risks, focusing on ambulating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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- Gregory Nicolas
- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil.
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Balamand, Lebanon
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital das Clínicas of the University of São Paulo, Brazil
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Sati H, Alzraikat N, Milan M, Saliba M, Fawaz A, Boueri M, Semaan S, Chedid ML, Yakdan S. Skin manifestations in children with MIS-C and COVID-19: a narrative review. Int J Dermatol 2024; 63:32-40. [PMID: 38018155 DOI: 10.1111/ijd.16912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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This review aims to highlight the diverse skin manifestations in children and adolescents with COVID induced multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C). The symptoms of COVID-19 can vary greatly in severity between different age groups. Although most children infected with SARS-CoV-2 experience either no symptoms or only mild symptoms, some reported cases of severely affected children with a clinical presentation similar to incomplete Kawasaki disease have led to the definition of a new condition called MIS-C. MIS-C can involve multiple organs, including the skin, and may pose a life-threatening risk to affected children. Such cases highlight the need for continuous research into the possible skin manifestations associated with COVID-19 in pediatric populations to aid in early diagnosis and prompt treatment. We conducted a search of PubMed, Scopus, and ScienceDirect databases for studies published up until October 1, 2022. Three reviewers independently examined each study, and a fourth reviewer resolved any disagreements. A narrative review of all relevant papers was conducted. We present an overview of the clinical presentation, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of the various skin manifestations in children and adolescents with COVID-19 or MIS-C. The skin manifestations of COVID-19 and MIS-C can be diverse and are frequently overlooked. It is important to conduct further research to better understand the impact of this disease on children to provide appropriate care for these at-risk populations.
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- Heba Sati
- Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of Balamand, Koura, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of Balamand, Koura, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of Balamand, Koura, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath, Lebanon
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- Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine, Lebanese American University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine and Medical Sciences, University of Balamand, Koura, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medical Sciences, Lebanese University, Hadath, Lebanon
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Camargo CP, Saliba M, Saad EA, Milan M, Caldera JM. Treatments of palpebral congenital melanocytic nevus: a systematic review. Acta Cir Bras 2023; 38:e384823. [PMID: 38055392 DOI: 10.1590/acb384823] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Palpebral congenital melanocytic nevi (PCMN) is a rare congenital skin lesion affecting the eyelids that can lead to cosmetic and psychological concerns and potential health risks such as malignancy. Several authors have analyzed therapeutical strategies to treat PCMN. However, there was no consensus in the literature. This systematic review aimed to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and success of treatments of PCMN. METHODS We conducted a systematic review following PRISMA guidelines from October 2022 to April 2023. We included all types of study designs that described or compared PCMN treatments and interventions, as well as histology, recurrence, adverse events, patient satisfaction, and malignant transformation. The search strategy was based on specific search words through the following databases: PubMed, Embase, Latin American and Caribbean Health Sciences Literature (Lilacs), Web of Science, and Scopus. Ongoing studies and gray literature studies were included. RESULTS We analyzed 25 case reports with 148 participants. The effectiveness, success, and satisfaction with various treatments for PCMN depend on the specific treatment method and the individual patient's case. CONCLUSIONS Most of the studies showed that surgical procedures (exeresis) are able to treat PCMN in the eyelid. The variability in outcomes emphasizes the importance of further research to better understand the most effective and safe approaches for treating congenital melanocytic nevi.
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- Cristina Pires Camargo
- Universidade de São Paulo - School of Medicine - Laboratory of Microsurgery and Plastic Surgery - São Paulo (São Paulo) - Brazil
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- University of Balamand - Faculty of Medicine - Beirut - Lebanon
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- Universidade de São Paulo - School of Medicine - Laboratory of Microsurgery and Plastic Surgery - São Paulo (São Paulo) - Brazil
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- Universidade de São Paulo - School of Medicine - Laboratory of Microsurgery and Plastic Surgery - São Paulo (São Paulo) - Brazil
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Saliba M, Wilton A, Hagen K, Romanowicz M. A complex case of young child with ADHD, developmental delay who developed seronegative autoimmune encephalitis exacerbated by stimulants. Brain Behav Immun Health 2023; 34:100692. [PMID: 37842135 PMCID: PMC10569956 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbih.2023.100692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Revised: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023] Open
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Autoimmune encephalitis (AE) is a group of disorders characterized by a wide clinical spectrum ranging from the typical limbic encephalitis to more complex neuropsychiatric symptoms including abnormal movements, psychosis, deficits in memory and cognition, dysautonomia, seizures, or coma. Psychiatric symptoms can occur early in the disease progress or manifest during its course. These symptoms are challenging and often slow down the diagnosis of AE. This is a crucial aspect considering that early diagnosis and management of AE are critical for a good outcome. However, there is a lack in studies outlining the exact symptomatology and specific appropriate care that would allow clinicians to achieve an early diagnosis and management. Additionally, AE in children mostly presents with neuropsychiatric symptoms and diagnosis is especially challenging in kids because of their limited capacity in describing their symptoms, the normal childhood behavioral changes and the possibility of a comorbid psychiatric diagnosis. We present a complex case of seronegative AE with comorbid ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and anxiety in a young six-year-old girl.
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- M. Saliba
- Dept. of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Dept. of Molecular Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Dept. of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Dept. of Psychiatry and Psychology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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Ferreira J, Nicolas G, Valente D, Milcheski D, Saliba M, Gemperli R. Surgical treatment of sacral pressure wounds in patients with COVID-19: A case series. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2023; 87:491-493. [PMID: 37805311 PMCID: PMC9715574 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2022.11.060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The COVID 19 pandemic has resulted in an increased number of patients requiring intubation and intensive care. This has led to an increased incidence of sacral pressure ulcers requiring surgical management. We report our experience of COVID 19 related sacral pressure ulcers requiring surgical reconstruction. METHODS A case series study was performed with 12 patients who presented grade IV sacral pressure ulcers after hospitalization for COVID-19 in a single institution. The mean age was 49.8 years and the most frequent comorbidities were arterial hypertension, diabetes and obesity, each present in 6 patients. All of them were submitted to surgical reconstruction with fasciocutaneous flaps after improvement of their clinical status. Follow up time was of at least 30 days after reconstruction. Preoperative laboratory tests and surgical outcomes were compared to data available in the literature. RESULTS No major dehiscence was observed and minor dehiscence happened in 2 cases (16.7%). Out of the 12 patients, 8 (66.7%) had hemoglobin levels less than 10.0 and 5 (41.7%) had albumin levels less than 3.0, though this did not lead to a higher rate of complications. CONCLUSION This study showed that ambulating patients with grade IV pressure ulcer after COVID- 19 infection may undergo debridement, negative-pressure wound therapy and closure with local flaps with adequate results and minimal complication rate.
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- Joao Ferreira
- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Balamand, Lebanon
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hospital Das Clinicas of the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
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Haydar A, Saliba M, Hijazi M, Alameh A, Harake A. Anal leiomyosarcoma: A case report and review of literature. Int J Surg Case Rep 2023; 110:108744. [PMID: 37660489 PMCID: PMC10509876 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2023.108744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Leiomyosarcoma is a malignant neoplasm that is derived from smooth muscle cells in walls of small blood vessels or branch of the inferior vena cava, the uterus and the gastrointestinal tract. Different treatment options are present for the treatment of LMS. However, due to the rarity of LMS, the optimal treatment option is still to be discussed and determined. PRESENTATION OF CASE A 51-year-old male patient, previously healthy, presented for perianal pain. Biopsy of the mass found showed spindle cell tumors with mild atypia, dense cellularity, and pelvic MRI with contrast showed a well-circumscribed mass of the anus, developed between the layers of the external sphincter with possible invasion of the internal sphincter consistent with Leiomyosarcoma Grade I. Wide excision was performed. Close follow-up should be done every 3 to 6 months for the first 2 to 3 years, every 6 to 12 months for the following 3 years, and annually afterwards. DISCUSSION The symptoms of LMS include rectal bleeding with rectal and/or abdominal pain, weight loss, constipation, altered bowel motion and protruding mass. Treatment options include wide local excision, abdominoperineal resection, low anterior resection, bloc resection and pelvic exenteration. Patients who underwent wide local excision show a higher local recurrence rate as compared to patients who underwent radical resection. Distant metastasis is higher in patients who underwent radical resection. CONCLUSION The treatment options of anal LMS are controversial. At present, very few cases have been reported, thus no universally accepted standard of surgical treatment has been established.
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Balamand, Lebanon.
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- Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon; Faculty of Medicine, University of Sorbonne, Antoine Beclere Hospital, France
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- Hospital Al Rassoul, Division of General Surgery, Lebanon
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Saliba M, Lebrun F, Lewin M, Pierart F, Thimmesch M. [Image of the month : A pediatric case of necrotizing pneumoniae]. Rev Med Liege 2018; 73:111-113. [PMID: 29595008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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- M Saliba
- Service de Pédiatrie, Université de Liège, Belgique
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- Département de Pédiatrie, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
- Service des Soins intensifs pédiatriques, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
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- Service d'Imagerie médicale, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
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- Département de Pédiatrie, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
- Secteur de Pneumologie pédiatrique, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
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- Département de Pédiatrie, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
- Secteur de Pneumologie pédiatrique, CHC Liège, Clinique de l'Espérance, Liège, Belgique
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Abi Saab S, Esseily F, Saliba M, Aad P. Organoleptic and physico-chemical evaluation of capretto baladi goats: a value-added meat alternative in an extensive rearing system. LSJ 2017. [DOI: 10.22453/lsj-018.1.073080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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The local Baladi breed is considered a common source of fresh meat in Lebanon. Due to the extensive rearing system and the scarcity of pasture, kids resulting from multiple births are not reared, though cultural preference for young meat may valorize these twin kids as an expensive delicacy. Few studies observed growth parameters, physical-chemical and sensory properties of meat in Baladi kids. Therefore, 24 male Baladi kids were fed milk ad libitum post-natally for 24 days, after which 9 were randomly selected and fed pasture grass ad libitum and goat milk (Control), and 15 were fed only milk (Capretto) twice per day. Animals were slaughtered at 4, 6 and 8 weeks of age and body organs compared. Feed intake was measured by weighing kids pre- and post- feeding, and body weight measured twice per week. Meat chemical properties were total ether-extracted fat, kjeldhal protein, and minerals. Meat organoleptic properties were evaluated by consumers for color, taste, odor, richness, juiciness, tenderness and overall appreciation, as cooked by housewives or professionals. Data were analyzed as a CRD using SPSS 10.0 and presented as LSMeans ± SEM. Results showed that Capretto consumed increasing levels of milk from 4 to 8 weeks, with ADG decreasing (P<0.05) from 4 to 8 weeks. Capretto showed 5% less (P<0.05) weight than control kids. Carcass yield was higher (P< 0.05) for Capretto (44.5 ± 3.4 %) than control (36.3 ± 3.3%), with Capretto showing smaller viscera and lower hemoglobin. Both blood and meat (protein, cholesterol) composition did not differ (P>0.05) between Capretto and control, although capretto showed lower (p<0.05) meat fat content than control kids. Meat organoleptic characteristics were desirable at weeks 4 and 6 for both Capretto and control kids, whereas only Capretto meat stayed desirable at week 8. To conclude, Capretto kids have similar properties to their traditional counterparts, with added desirable properties for a longer growing period, in addition to the increased health benefit of lower fat content.
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Galaj E, Ananthan S, Saliba M, Ranaldi R. The effects of the novel DA D3 receptor antagonist SR 21502 on cocaine reward, cocaine seeking and cocaine-induced locomotor activity in rats. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 2014; 231:501-10. [PMID: 24037509 DOI: 10.1007/s00213-013-3254-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2013] [Accepted: 08/18/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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RATIONALE There is a focus on developing D3 receptor antagonists as cocaine addiction treatments. OBJECTIVE We investigated the effects of a novel selective D3 receptor antagonist, SR 21502, on cocaine reward, cocaine-seeking, food reward, spontaneous locomotor activity and cocaine-induced locomotor activity in rats. METHODS In Experiment 1, rats were trained to self-administer cocaine under a progressive ratio (PR) schedule of reinforcement and tested with vehicle or one of three doses of SR 21502. In Experiment 2, animals were trained to self-administer cocaine under a fixed ratio schedule of reinforcement followed by extinction of the response. Then, animals were tested with vehicle or one of the SR 21502 doses on cue-induced reinstatement of responding. In Experiment 3, animals were trained to lever press for food under a PR schedule and tested with vehicle or one dose of the compound. In Experiments 4 and 5, in separate groups of animals, the vehicle and three doses of SR 21502 were tested on spontaneous or cocaine (10 mg/kg, IP)-induced locomotor activity, respectively. RESULTS SR 21502 produced significant, dose-related (3.75, 7.5 and 15 mg/kg) reductions in breakpoint for cocaine self-administration, cue-induced reinstatement (3.75, 7.5 and 15 mg/kg) and cocaine-induced locomotor activity (3.75, 7.5 and 15 mg/kg) but failed to reduce food self-administration and spontaneous locomotor activity. CONCLUSIONS SR 21502 decreases cocaine reward, cocaine-seeking and locomotor activity at doses that have no effect on food reward or spontaneous locomotor activity. These data suggest SR 21502 may selectively inhibit cocaine's rewarding, incentive motivational and stimulant effects.
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- E Galaj
- Neuropsychology Doctoral Program, CUNY Graduate Center, New York, NY, USA
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Momtchilova M, Pelosse B, Saliba M, Doummar D, Laroche L, Billette De Villemeur T. 577 Baisse d’acuité visuelle récidivante dans la neuropathie optique de Leber : à propos d’un cas. J Fr Ophtalmol 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/s0181-5512(07)80390-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Saliba M, Pelosse B, Momtchilova M, Laroche L. 680 Syndrome de Susac et atteinte ophtalmologique de l’enfant : à propos d’un cas. J Fr Ophtalmol 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/s0181-5512(07)80493-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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