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Mortality in people with a diabetes foot ulcer: An update from the Salford podiatry clinic follow-up study. Diabet Med 2024:e15328. [PMID: 38594820 DOI: 10.1111/dme.15328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Ethnopharmacological evaluation of Poppy seed oil in combination with Tramadol on behavioral paradigm and on dopamine, and cytokines levels. EUROPEAN REVIEW FOR MEDICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2023; 27:2077-2090. [PMID: 36930507 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202303_31579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The present study was taken up to evaluate the combination of two drugs in the management of behavioral disorders such as locomotor activity, muscle relaxation, analgesic, and anxiolytic activity. MATERIALS AND METHODS In the methodology, Wistar rats weighing (150-180 g) were divided into six groups of 6 each (n=6). All the animals (groups II to VI) were subjected to stress and analyzed for anxiolytic activity using an elevated plus maze. The animals were treated for 28 days with poppy seed oil in lower and higher doses (1,000 and 2,000 mg/kg), tramadol in lower and higher doses (1.5 and 3 mg/kg) as individual groups, and one group with a combination of both drugs in lower doses. RESULTS The results depicted showed that the combined treatment had significantly (**p <0.001) improvised behavior deficits, extemporized, and diminished anxiety-like attitude in rats, and showed the analgesic property in a significant manner. The pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-1β were evaluated in the serum and were observed to be lessened the values of both in a significant manner with the co-administration of both the test drugs. The dopamine concentrations were also determined in the serum, which disclosed a decline (**p <0.001) significantly. CONCLUSIONS It was concluded from the results that a combined effect of drugs might be beneficial in the management of behavioral disorders and pain management.
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NON-CLINICAL SAFETY EVALUATION OF A NOVEL THERAPEUTIC VACCINE FOR PEANUT ALLERGY. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anai.2022.08.673] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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619 CP31398, which reverses UV-induced p53 mutations, does not undo ultraviolet radiation-induced immune suppression. J Invest Dermatol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2022.05.629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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298 Need for intrapartum antibiotics prophylaxis in women with prior history of gbs carriage. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2021.11.282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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POS-251 Chronic Kidney Disease progression during Ramadan in hot and humid country like Bangladesh. Kidney Int Rep 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ekir.2022.01.270] [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] Open
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Predictors of Radial to Femoral Artery Access Crossover During Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction. Heart Lung Circ 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2022.06.613] [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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Clinical response to rituximab and improvement in quality of life in patients with bullous pemphigoid and mucous membrane pemphigoid. Br J Dermatol 2021; 186:721-723. [PMID: 34747507 PMCID: PMC9302996 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.20881] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Revised: 11/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Hypo-attenuated leaflet thickening is associated with structural valve deterioration following transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Eur Heart J 2021. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehab724.1598] [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: 11/14/2022] Open
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Background
While hypo-attenuated leaflet thickening (HALT) has been extensively described following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), it remains unclear if HALT impacts long-term prosthetic haemodynamics or predicts structural valve deterioration (SVD).
Purpose
To determine the role of HALT and its characteristics of depth and thickness in predicting SVD.
Methods
We prospectively evaluated 186 patients who had undergone TAVR with 320-slice CT imaging for the presence of HALT, defined as hypo-attenuation of bioprosthetic leaflets in diastole. All assessments were performed by two blinded operators on the 3Mensio workstation. HALT depth (thickness) was the greatest depth in the sagittal view and HALT area was the greatest area in the axial view. SVD was defined as at least one of mean gradient ≥20 mmHg, increase in gradient ≥10 mmHg from baseline and at least moderate valvular regurgitation. Echocardiograms at discharge, one month and annually were assessed by cardiologists blinded to HALT status.
Results
LT prevalence was 17.7% at a median CT scan of 6 weeks. SVD occurred in 8.6% at a median follow-up of 2 years (IQR 1–3); two required valve re-intervention, five required anticoagulation that reversed moderate-severe gradient and nine had mild-moderate gradients that were closely monitored. Patients with HALT were more likely to develop SVD (39.3% vs 1.9%, p<0.01) and higher trans-valvular gradients throughout follow-up at up to 3-year follow-up. HALT affected one leaflet in 17 cases, two leaflets in 13 cases and three leaflets in 3 cases. Patients with HALT had a median cumulative thickness of 2.9 mm (IQR 1.9–4.7) and a median area of 64.2 mm2 (IQR 40.9–91.6). Threshold for the occurrence of SVD with HALT characteristics were cumulative depth of 2.4 mm (Specificity 94.1%, Sensitivity 75.0%, AUC=0.87) and cumulative area of 28 mm2 (Specificity 92.2%, Sensitivity 81.3%, AUC=0.86).
Conclusion
HALT was associated with SVD and higher trans-valvular gradients following TAVR. HALT depth and area were strong predictors of SVD. CT following TAVR may determine patients at-risk of SVD.
Funding Acknowledgement
Type of funding sources: Foundation. Main funding source(s): National Heart Foundation AustraliaNational Health and Medical Research Council Australia
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1358 Does A COVID Protected Hospital Within A COVID Hospital Enable Elective Care and Training Opportunities? Br J Surg 2021. [PMCID: PMC8524575 DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znab259.502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Introduction Elective care in the UK came to a standstill with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. A restart could only be enabled with ‘green site’ separation and a ‘covid protected’ zone. A ‘hospital within the hospital’ concept was developed including 9 elective theatres, 28 ring fenced elective beds, a surgical enhanced care unit, a canteen, and a separated entrance. This model was underpinned with PPE, enhanced infection control and guidance for staff. The study documented the ability to recover elective activity and therefore provide a training environment for surgical trainees. Method Data was collected weekly (7/20 to 1/21) through the business informatics system with regard to theatres cases completed compared to the activity achieved in the 11-theatre elective estate pre COVID-19. Results Pre COVID-19, an average of 263 cases were completed per week. In the first week of operation, 31% of theatre capacity was achieved. By week 7, 106% of pre COVID was recorded and 130% by week 11. This was maintained until the impact of the second wave where activity has reduced to 50% but is not anticipated to reduce further as local anaesthetic and blocks maybe utilised. Conclusions This ‘hospital within the hospital’ has enabled elective care to return to above normal levels, with increased efficiencies. This has enabled a rapid return to a training environment for trainees disheartened with deployment to critical care in the first wave.
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European Guidelines (S3) on diagnosis and management of mucous membrane pemphigoid, initiated by the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology - Part II. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 35:1926-1948. [PMID: 34309078 PMCID: PMC8518905 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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This guideline has been initiated by the task force Autoimmune Blistering Diseases of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, including physicians from all relevant disciplines and patient organizations. It is a S3 consensus-based guideline that systematically reviewed the literature on mucous membrane pemphigoid (MMP) in the MEDLINE and EMBASE databases until June 2019, with no limitations on language. While the first part of this guideline addressed methodology, as well as epidemiology, terminology, aetiology, clinical presentation and outcome measures in MMP, the second part presents the diagnostics and management of MMP. MMP should be suspected in cases with predominant mucosal lesions. Direct immunofluorescence microscopy to detect tissue-bound IgG, IgA and/or complement C3, combined with serological testing for circulating autoantibodies are recommended. In most patients, serum autoantibodies are present only in low levels and in variable proportions, depending on the clinical sites involved. Circulating autoantibodies are determined by indirect IF assays using tissue substrates, or ELISA using different recombinant forms of the target antigens or immunoblotting using different substrates. The major target antigen in MMP is type XVII collagen (BP180), although in 10-25% of patients laminin 332 is recognized. In 25-30% of MMP patients with anti-laminin 332 reactivity, malignancies have been associated. As first-line treatment of mild/moderate MMP, dapsone, methotrexate or tetracyclines and/or topical corticosteroids are recommended. For severe MMP, dapsone and oral or intravenous cyclophosphamide and/or oral corticosteroids are recommended as first-line regimens. Additional recommendations are given, tailored to treatment of single-site MMP such as oral, ocular, laryngeal, oesophageal and genital MMP, as well as the diagnosis of ocular MMP. Treatment recommendations are limited by the complete lack of high-quality randomized controlled trials.
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Use of multi-strain probiotics in linseed meal based diet for Labeo rohita fingerlings. BRAZ J BIOL 2021; 83:e246727. [PMID: 34468521 DOI: 10.1590/1519-6984.246727] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2020] [Accepted: 03/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Unavailability of probiotics in fish digestive system fingerlings is unable to digest and absorb their food properly. The current research was conducted to investigate the influence of probiotics added Linseed meal based (LMB) diet on hematology and carcass composition of Labeo rohita juveniles. Hematological parameters are essential diagnostics used to estimate the health status of fish. The usage of probiotics for fish health improvement is becoming common due to the higher demand for environment-friendly culture system in water. Linseed meal was used as a test ingredient to prepare six experimental test diets by adding probiotics (0, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 g/kg) and 1% indigestible chromic oxide for seventy days. According to their live wet weight, five percent feed was given to fingerlings twice a day. Fish blood and carcass samples (Whole body) were taken for hematological and carcass analysis at the end of the experiment. The highest carcass composition (crude protein; 18.72%, crude fat; 8.80% and gross energy; 2.31 kcal/g) was observed in fish fed with test diet II supplemented with probiotics (2 g/kg). Moreover, maximum RBCs number (2.62× 106mm-3), WBCs (7.84×103mm-3), PCV (24.61), platelets (63.85) and hemoglobin (7.87) had also been reported in the fish fingerlings fed on 2 g/kg of probiotics supplemented diet. Results indicated that probiotics supplementation has a critical role in improvement of fingerlings' body composition and hematological indices. Present findings showed that probiotics supplementation at 2 g/kg level in linseed by-product-based diet was very useful for enhancing the overall performance of L. rohita fingerlings.
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European guidelines (S3) on diagnosis and management of mucous membrane pemphigoid, initiated by the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology - Part I. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol 2021; 35:1750-1764. [PMID: 34245180 PMCID: PMC8457055 DOI: 10.1111/jdv.17397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 05/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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This guideline on mucous membrane pemphigoid (MMP) has been elaborated by the Task Force for Autoimmune Blistering Diseases of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV) with a contribution of physicians from all relevant disciplines and patient organizations. It is a S3 consensus-based guideline encompassing a systematic review of the literature until June 2019 in the MEDLINE and EMBASE databases. This first part covers methodology, the clinical definition of MMP, epidemiology, MMP subtypes, immunopathological characteristics, disease assessment and outcome scores. MMP describes a group of autoimmune skin and mucous membrane blistering diseases, characterized by a chronic course and by predominant involvement of the mucous membranes, such as the oral, ocular, nasal, nasopharyngeal, anogenital, laryngeal and oesophageal mucosa. MMP patients may present with mono- or multisite involvement. Patients' autoantibodies have been shown to be predominantly directed against BP180 (also called BPAG2, type XVII collagen), BP230, laminin 332 and type VII collagen, components of junctional adhesion complexes promoting epithelial stromal attachment in stratified epithelia. Various disease assessment scores are available, including the Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid Disease Area Index (MMPDAI), the Autoimmune Bullous Skin disorder Intensity Score (ABSIS), the 'Cicatrising Conjunctivitis Assessment Tool' and the Oral Disease Severity Score (ODSS). Patient-reported outcome measurements (PROMs), including DLQI, ABQOL and TABQOL, can be used for assessment of quality of life to evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and monitor disease course.
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Ct-defined Leaflet Thrombosis (LT) Predicts Structural Valve Deterioration (SVD) Following TAVR. J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcct.2021.06.286] [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: 10/20/2022]
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The use of hydroxychloroquine as a systemic treatment in erosive lichen planus of the vulva and vagina. Br J Dermatol 2021; 185:201-203. [PMID: 33548058 PMCID: PMC8360049 DOI: 10.1111/bjd.19870] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2020] [Revised: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Determinants of Abnormal Activated Clotting Time in Cardiac Catheterisation. Heart Lung Circ 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2021.06.275] [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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Hypo-Attenuated Leaflet Thickening (HALT) is Associated With Structural Valve Deterioration (SVD) Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Heart Lung Circ 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2021.06.481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Association between prosthesis geometry and leaflet thrombosis following transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Eur Heart J 2020. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/ehaa946.1929] [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: 11/14/2022] Open
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Introduction
Leaflet thrombosis (LT) following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a recognised condition. The association between prosthesis geometry [expansion, implant depth and commissural alignment (CA)] and LT is unclear.
Methods
Patients that received intra-annular TAVR prosthesis and post-procedure computed tomography (CT) with a 320-slice scanner were included. LT, defined as at least 50% restricted leaflet motion, was assessed with a dedicated 3Mensio workstation by two experienced CT readers. Prosthesis expansion was defined as actual divided by expected prosthesis area as a percentage of expected area whilst eccentricity was [(maximum diameter − minimum diameter) / maximum diameter) × 100%], both measured at prosthesis inflow, annulus and outflow. Implant depth was the average distance between prosthesis inflow and nadir of each cusp. CA was the average angle between each native and prosthesis leaflet coaptations. Significant commissural misalignment (CMA) was defined as CA greater than 30 degrees. To exclude anticoagulation bias, similar analysis was also performed in the cohort of non-anticoagulated patients.
Results
117 patients were included; the prevalence of LT was 13.7% [13/93 cases (14.0%) of Lotus valves and 3/24 cases (12.5%) of Sapien 3 valves]. Baseline demographics (age, STS score, cardiac risk factors) and procedural characteristics (access site, post-dilation, repositioning) were similar in both groups. None of the patients with LT were discharged on anticoagulation therapy (0.0% vs 22.8%, p<0.01). There were no differences in actual prosthesis area, perimeter or eccentricity at the three prosthesis levels. Patients with LT had reduced annulus expansion (89.3±9.8% vs 94.6±8.3%, p=0.02), lower implant depth (6.9±1.5mm vs 4.9±1.5mm, p<0.01) and more significant CMA (81.3% vs 48.5%, p=0.02). These findings were similar in patients that were not anticoagulated (94/117 patients).
Conclusion
Patients with LT had reduced annulus expansion, lower implant depth and greater CMA. These findings were not affected by presence or absence of anticoagulation. These factors may be important considerations during procedural planning for TAVR.
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Funding Acknowledgement
Type of funding source: Public grant(s) – National budget only. Main funding source(s): National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). National Heart Foundation (NHF) Australia.
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Docking analysis for identification of lead compound and 3d pharmacophore generation against gsk-3β involved in bipolar disorder. PAKISTAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES 2020; 33:2547-2552. [PMID: 33867329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric illness that strikes between mania and depression, caused by both genetic and environmental factors. It is the sixth leading cause of disability worldwide and 3% of the global population suffers from this disorder. Focusing on the drugs used for psychotherapy and their associated side effects, there is a need to design and develop new anti-bipolar drugs with lesser side effects and improved efficacy. Molecular docking and pharmacophore modeling were performed to identify lead and the construction of pharmacophore triangle. One compound demonstrated best docking results that fit appropriately in the pocket of protein. In this study, an efficient compound for GSK-3B involved in bipolar disorder was identified through docking analysis. Distances were calculated among pharmacophore features like Aromatic Ring, Hydrophobic, HBD and HBA. Pharmacophore triangle was designed for three different classes that are Aromatic, HBD and HBA. This pharmacophore modeling can be useful for designing of novel drugs because this 3D pharmacophore showed best merging properties.
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580 Validation of an atopic dermatitis model in mice by repeated intra-dermal challenges with ovalbumin. J Invest Dermatol 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2020.03.590] [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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Association Between Prosthesis Geometry And Leaflet Thrombosis Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement On Assessment With 320-slice Scanner Ct. [for Consideration Of Soar Award]. J Cardiovasc Comput Tomogr 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcct.2020.06.188] [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: 10/23/2022]
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831 Functionally Significant Coronary Artery Disease in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation is Associated With Increased Mortality. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.838] [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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427 Utilisation of 320-slice Computed Tomography (CT) to Determine Association Between Prosthesis Geometry and Leaflet Thrombosis (LT) following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.434] [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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012 Clinical Predictors and Sequalae of Computed Tomography (CT) Defined Leaflet Thrombosis (LT) Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) at Medium-Term Follow-Up. Heart Lung Circ 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2020.09.019] [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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Silver nanoparticles and silver salt (AgNO 3) elicits morphogenic and biochemical variations in callus cultures of sugarcane. IET Nanobiotechnol 2019; 13:896-904. [PMID: 31811757 DOI: 10.1049/iet-nbt.2018.5122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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The research work was arranged to check the role of AgNPs and silver ions on callus cells of sugarcane (Saccharum spp. cv CP-77,400). AgNPs were synthesized chemically and characterized by UV-Vis spectra, XRD and SEM. AgNPs and silver ions were applied in various concentrations (0, 20, 40, 60 ppm) to sugarcane calli and the induced stress was characterized by studying various morphological and biochemical parameters. AgNPs and silver ions treatments produced high levels of malondialdehyde, proline, proteins, TP and TF contents. Similarly, CAT, SOD and POX activity was also significant in both treatments. The lower concentration of AgNPs and silver ions (20 ppm) provided maximum intracellular GSH level. This work mainly showed effects of AgNPs and silver ions on sugarcane calli in terms of morphological aberrations and cell membrane damage due to severe oxidative stress and production of enhanced levels of enzymatic and non-enzymatic antioxidants as self-defence to tolerate oxidative stress by scavenging reactive oxygen species. These preliminary findings will provide the way to study ecotoxicity mechanism of the metal ions and NPs in medicine industry and in vitro toxicity research. Furthermore, silver ions alone and their chemically synthesised AgNPs can be used for various biomedical applications in future.
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In silico structural and functional characterization and phylogenetic study of alkaline phosphatase in bacterium, Rhizobium leguminosarum (Frank 1879). Comput Biol Chem 2019; 83:107142. [PMID: 31698161 DOI: 10.1016/j.compbiolchem.2019.107142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2018] [Revised: 08/28/2019] [Accepted: 10/01/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Phosphorus is one of the primary macronutrient of plants, which is present in soil. It is essential for normal growth and development of plants. Plants use inorganic form of phosphate but organic form can also be assimilated with the help of soil inhabiting bacteria. Alkaline phosphatase is an enzyme present in Rizobium bacteria. This enzyme is responsible for solubilization and mineralization of organic phosphate and makes it readily available for plants. In the present study, nine different strains of Rhizobium leguminosarum were selected for a detailed computational structural and functional characterization and phylogenetic studies of alkaline phosphatase. Amino acid sequences were retrieved from UniProt and saved in FASTA format for use in analysis. Phylogenetic analysis of these strains was done by using MEGA7. 3D structure prediction was performed by using online server I-Tasser. Galaxy Web and 3D Refine were used for structure refinement. The refined structures were evaluated using two validation servers, QMEAN and SAVES. Protein-protein interaction analysis was done by using STRING. For detailed functional characterization, Cofactor, Coach, RaptorX, PSORT and MEME were used. Overall quality of predicted protein models was above 80%. Refined and validated models were submitted into PMDB. Seven out of nine strains were closely related and other two were distantly related. Protein-Protein interaction showed no significant co-expression among the interaction partners.
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Revacept is a novel lesion-specific inhibitor for platelet adhesion and thrombus formation. The biological drug is based on the platelet GPVI receptor and prevents collagen-mediated platelet activation from the atherosclerotic plaque. The unique characteristic of Revacept is the specific inhibition of plaque-mediated thrombus formation without alteration of hemostasis.
To test this concept in patients with plaque-mediated thrombosis we investigated patients with symptomatic carotid artery stenosis (at least 50% cf. ECST) with a recent ischemic cerebral stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA). 150 patients were evenly randomized in blinded fashion to receive placebo, 40mg or 120 mg Revacept by IV infusion. To investigate anti-thrombotic efficacy, we assessed microemboli in the middle cerebral artery by transcranial Doppler (MES) and micro-infarctions in the brain by diffusion-weighted nuclear magnetic resonance (DWI-NMR) imaging. Ischemic complications such as myocardial infarctions and ischemic stroke were clinically followed up to 3 and 12 months. Bleeding complications were thoroughly monitored according to the RE-LY study group criteria. All patients were on standard anti-platelet therapy and underwent guideline conform treatment with carotid endarterectomy (CEA),carotid artery stent implantation or intensified conservative treatment.
The study was conducted in 16 centers in Germany and the UK from May 2013 to September 2018. Due to lost to follow-up investigations the planned patient numbers were slightly exceeded to 158 patients, who were finally included in the study according to intention to treat. Currently data clearance and detailed analysis of unblinded data is going on. 7.6% of patients underwent carotid artery stenting, 11.4% were under intensified conservative treatment and 81.0% were surgically treated with CEA. The safety data of the overall 158 patients which was closely monitored by an independent data safety board are available. In the overall study population (before unblinding for treatment) ischemic strokes and myocardial infarctions were numerically lower compared to previous studies with symptomatic carotid stenosis patients undergoing CEA or stenting (meta analysis from the EVA-3S, SPACE and ICSS study). Despite comparable basal anti-thrombotic therapy addition of Revacept did not increase bleeding complications in the overall study population.
The Revacept CS02 study has successfully achieved the aimed patient recruitment. Safety analysis shows a favorable profile. Bleeding complications in these high-risk patients with recent ischemic stroke were not increased compared to historic data from similar control patients. There is a trend for increased anti-thrombotic and anti-ischemic potency with regard to clinical events. Final data will be presented at the congress.
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095 Daily practice of rituximab treatment for pemphigus: a retrospective study of 65 patients. J Invest Dermatol 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jid.2019.07.099] [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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Physical and chemical mutagens improved Sporotrichum thermophile, strain ST20 for enhanced Phytase activity. Saudi J Biol Sci 2019; 26:1485-1491. [PMID: 31762614 PMCID: PMC6864213 DOI: 10.1016/j.sjbs.2019.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2019] [Revised: 07/10/2019] [Accepted: 07/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objective Phosphorous is an essential micronutrient of plants and involved in critical biological functions. In nature, phosphorous is mostly present in immobilized inorganic mineral and in the fixed organic form including phytic acid and phosphoesteric compounds. However, the bioavailability of bound phosphorous could be enhanced by the use of phosphate solubilizing microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. The phytases are widespread in an environment and have been isolated from different sources comprising bacteria and fungi. Methodology In current studies, we show the successful use of gamma rays and EMS (Ethyl Methane Sulphonate) mutagenesis for enhanced activity of phytases in a fungal strain Sporotrichum thermophile. Results We report an improved strain ST2 that could produce a clear halo zone around the colony, up to 24 mm. The maximum enzymatic activity was found of 382 U/mL on pH 5.5. However, the phytase activity was improved to 387 U/ml at 45 °C. We also report that the mutants produced through EMS showed the greater potential for phytase production. Conclusion The current study highlights the potential of EMS mutagenesis for strain improvement over physical mutagens.
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Pemphigoid diseases are autoimmune subepidermal blistering diseases affecting the skin and mucous membranes, which are caused by autoantibodies targeting structural hemidesmosomal proteins or hemidesmosome-associated proteins. Variants of pemphigoid can be differentiated based on targeted antigens and clinical aspects. In this review, we will discuss pemphigoid variants that predominantly affect the skin, and provide clinicians with clues to diagnosis.
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Is Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) Related to Vascular Inflammation and Epicardial Fat? Insights from Novel Markers of Computed Tomography Coronary Angiography. Heart Lung Circ 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2019.06.285] [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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Ankle Arthrodesis using Ilizarov Ring Fixator: A Primary or Salvage Procedure? An Analysis of Twenty Cases. Malays Orthop J 2018; 12:24-30. [PMID: 30555643 PMCID: PMC6287131 DOI: 10.5704/moj.1811.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Introduction: Ankle arthrodesis using the Ilizarov technique provides high union rate with the added benefits of early weight-bearing, and the unique advantage of its ability to promote regeneration of soft tissue around the bone, including skin, muscle and neuro-vascular structures, and its versatility to allow correction of the position of the foot by adjusting the frame post-operatively as needed. We describe our experience with this technique and the functional outcomes in our patients. Materials and Methods: This retrospective study was conducted in 20 ankle fusion cases using the Ilizarov method between the years 2007 and 2017. We defined success in treatment by loss of preoperative symptoms and radiological union on plain radiographs of the ankle. Results: Fusion was achieved in all patients (100%). Immediate post-operative ambulation was with full weight bearing (FWB) in 16 (83%) of the participants and non-weight bearing (NWB) in 3 patients (17%). Post-procedure 11 patients (67%) of the participants who were full weight bearing required some form of support for walking for 2-3 weeks. Post-operatively three patients had pin tract infection requiring intravenous antibiotics. Radiological union took range of 6-12 weeks, mean union time was 8 weeks. Only one patient required bone grafting due to bone loss. Average follow-up period was 10-45 months. Conclusion: The Ilizarov technique has a high union rate and leads to general favourable clinical outcome and may be considered for any ankle arthrodesis but is especially useful in complex cases such as for revisions, soft-tissue compromise, infection and in patients with risk for non-union. Early weight bearing is an extra benefit.
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Strategies to improve hand hygiene compliance among healthcare workers in adult intensive care units: a mini systematic review. J Hosp Infect 2018; 100:152-158. [PMID: 29559231 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhin.2018.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2017] [Accepted: 03/13/2018] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hand hygiene compliance among healthcare workers (HCWs) in intensive care units (ICUs) is disconcertingly low. AIM To identify the effective intervention(s) for increasing HH compliance among HCWs in adult ICUs. METHODS Two major electronic databases, OVID Medline and CINAHL, were searched by using a combination of MeSH terms and text words (e.g. hand hygiene, hand washing, compliance, adher*, improve*, develop* and intensive care unit) for relevant articles. This was supplemented by Google Scholar and hand searching of included bibliographies. Data from identified articles were then abstracted, quality-assessed, and combined into a summary effect. FINDINGS Of 89 titles and abstracts that were identified, 14 articles were finally included. Overall study quality was good. However, variations in design, setting, sample size, and intervention(s) tested precluded a meta-analysis; hence a narrative synthesis was conducted. The interventions included education, observation, provision of supplies, improving access and directive support; tested singly or in combination; resulted in positive outcomes in all but one study. A combination of administrative support, 'supplies', education and training, reminders, surveillance, and performance feedback raised the compliance from a baseline of 51.5% to a record 80.1%; but no set of intervention(s) could improve the compliance to the desired near-100% level. CONCLUSION Available data suggest that multi-modal interventions are effective in raising the compliance to a 'plateau' level but not up to the desired standard. Methodologically appropriate trials of combined interventions could enhance the evidence about interventions to improve hand hygiene compliance among ICU staff.
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Contraceptive method choice among Medicaid-enrolled women living in the same household. Contraception 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.contraception.2018.07.061] [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]
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5251The prevalence of leaflet thrombosis in intra- versus supra-annular transcatheter aortic valve prostheses. Eur Heart J 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy566.5251] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
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Structure Based Virtual Screening and Molecular Docking Studies for Identification of Allosteric Inhibitors against Zika Virus Protease NS2B-NS3. PAK J ZOOL 2018. [DOI: 10.17582/journal.pjz/2018.50.5.1709.1715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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P6300Transcatheter and surgical aortic bioprosthetic valve leaflet thrombosis defined by computed tomography is associated with cerebrovascular events: contemporary meta-analysis of 8 observational studies. Eur Heart J 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy566.p6300] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
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The study was carried out to determine the effect of temperature changes on acute toxicity of pyrethroid pesticide cypermethrin in zebrafish. A two-day renewal bioassay system for 96h was conducted to find out LC50 value of cypermethrin at two temperature regimes i.e. 25°C and 30°C considering as T1 and T2, respectively. During the determination of LC50 in both temperatures, blood glucose (mg/dL) levels were measured at lower concentration (0.25 µg/L) of cypermethrin. The results of acute toxicity test at 96h LC50 values were calculated through probit analysis. It was found that 96h LC50 for T1 and T2 groups were about 2.1 and 1.4 µg/L, respectively. Significantly lower LC50 of cypermethrin at T2 compared to T1 showed that higher temperature increased the toxicity of cypermethrin. There was a significant increase (P<0.05) in blood glucose level (mg/dL) in 0.25 µg/L compared to 0 µg/L concentration of cypermethrin at both treatments. Dissolved oxygen decreased and free CO2 increased significantly (P<0.05) with increasing temperature, while the pH of the water was almost unchanged throughout the study period. The present study indicated the impact of increased temperature on pesticide toxicity in the aquatic ecosystem.Progressive Agriculture 29 (1): 64-70, 2018
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Bangladesh faces huge challenges in achieving food security due to its high population, diet changes, and limited room for expanding cropland and cropping intensity. The objective of this study is to assess the degree to which Bangladesh can be self-sufficient in terms of domestic maize, rice and wheat production by the years 2030 and 2050 by closing the existing gap (Yg) between yield potential (Yp) and actual farm yield (Ya), accounting for possible changes in cropland area. Yield potential and yield gaps were calculated for the three crops using well-validated crop models and site-specific weather, management and soil data, and upscaled to the whole country. We assessed potential grain production in the years 2030 and 2050 for six land use change scenarios (general decrease in arable land; declining ground water tables in the north; cropping of fallow areas in the south; effect of sea level rise; increased cropping intensity; and larger share of cash crops) and three levels of Yg closure (1: no yield increase; 2: Yg closure at a level equivalent to 50% (50% Yg closure); 3: Yg closure to a level of 85% of Yp (irrigated crops) and 80% of water-limited yield potential or Yw (rainfed crops) (full Yg closure)). In addition, changes in demand with low and high population growth rates, and substitution of rice by maize in future diets were also examined. Total aggregated demand of the three cereals (in milled rice equivalents) in 2030 and 2050, based on the UN median population variant, is projected to be 21 and 24% higher than in 2010. Current Yg represent 50% (irrigated rice), 48-63% (rainfed rice), 49% (irrigated wheat), 40% (rainfed wheat), 46% (irrigated maize), and 44% (rainfed maize) of their Yp or Yw. With 50% Yg closure and for various land use changes, self-sufficiency ratio will be > 1 for rice in 2030 and about one in 2050 but well below one for maize and wheat in both 2030 and 2050. With full Yg closure, self-sufficiency ratios will be well above one for rice and all three cereals jointly but below one for maize and wheat for all scenarios, except for the scenario with drastic decrease in boro rice area to allow for area expansion for cash crops. Full Yg closure of all cereals is needed to compensate for area decreases and demand increases, and then even some maize and large amounts of wheat imports will be required to satisfy demand in future. The results of this analysis have important implications for Bangladesh and other countries with high population growth rate, shrinking arable land due to rapid urbanization, and highly vulnerable to climate change.
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Polypharmacology Approach Against Migraine with Aura and Brain Edema for the Development of an Efficient Inhibitor and its Analogues. Curr Comput Aided Drug Des 2018; 14:385-390. [PMID: 29756582 DOI: 10.2174/1573409914666180514092618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2017] [Revised: 05/07/2018] [Accepted: 05/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Polypharmacology is a design or use of pharmaceutical agents in which single drug is used to treat multiple diseases. Aquaporin proteins are identified to treat migraine with aura and brain edema. This study focuses on Aquaporin-1 and Aquaporin-4. AQP-1 is expressed in small afferent sensory nerve fibers. Over-expression of peripheral nervous system causes migraine. METHODS AQP-4 is an abundant channel water protein in brain that regulates water transport to prevent homeostasis. Over-expression of AQP-4 contributes to water imbalance in ischemic pathology resulting in cerebral edema. Purpose of this study is to identify a potent inhibitor for the treatment of migraine with aura and brain edema. RESULTS As in the recent studies, no conventional methodologies have been focused through the approach of polypharmacology. Structures of AQP-1 and AQP- 4 proteins were retrieved from PDB (Protein Data Bank). PyRx software was used to perform molecular docking. CONCLUSION Analogues of ligands were analyzed which contained significant similarities of associated proteins to get efficient inhibitor. Toxicity of lead compound was measured through admetSAR. A lead compound was predicted to treat these diseases.
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Long-Term Outcomes of Patients Undergoing TAVI in Australia. Heart Lung Circ 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2018.06.945] [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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Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Leaflet Thrombosis Detected by Multidetector Computed Tomography is Associated With Adverse Cerebrovascular Events: A Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies. Heart Lung Circ 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2018.06.895] [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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The Prevalence of Leaflet Thrombosis in Intra-Annular Versus Supra-Annular Transcatheter Aortic Valve Prostheses and the Role of the Neo-Sinus: A Systematic Review. Heart Lung Circ 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2018.06.1000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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P3291The impact of aorta-ventricular angulation on device success in transcatheter aortic valve replacements with the lotus valve system. Eur Heart J 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehx504.p3291] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
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Determining the role of aorto-ventricular angulation on procedural success in transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR) with the Lotus Valve System. Intern Med J 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/imj.13_13461] [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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Large single-centre outcome of next-generation transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) systems in low-intermediate surgical risk patients. Intern Med J 2017. [DOI: 10.1111/imj.12_13461] [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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Influenza and respiratory syncytial virus infections in British Hajj pilgrims. EMERGING HEALTH THREATS JOURNAL 2017. [DOI: 10.3402/ehtj.v1i0.7072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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A Study to Assess Knowledge and Practice Among Coronary Care Staff About Familial Hypercholesterolzemia. Heart Lung Circ 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2017.06.162] [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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Investigating the Impact of Aorto-Ventricular Angulation on Procedural Success in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacements with the Lotus Valve System. Heart Lung Circ 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2017.06.389] [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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Effect of Indoor Flowering Plants on Anxiety and Depressive Symptoms Post Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Randomised Controlled Trial. Heart Lung Circ 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2017.06.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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