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Intravenous Oxytocin Has no Effect on Ad Libitum Food Intake or Postprandial Plasma Glucose Concentrations in Individuals With Obesity: A Randomised, Placebo‐Controlled, Double‐Blind, Crossover Study

open access: yesDiabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Oxytocin is expressed throughout the small intestine, suggesting a role for oxytocin in postprandial metabolism. Accordingly, single‐dose intranasal oxytocin reduces food intake and improves glucose tolerance. We investigated the effects of a continuous intravenous oxytocin infusion on ad libitum food intake, appetite sensations ...
Ida M. Gether   +13 more
wiley   +1 more source

Adrenal Venous Sampling in Primary Aldosteronism: The Usefulness of Contralateral Suppression Index

open access: yesCase Reports in Medicine, 2019
Adrenal venous sampling (AVS) is the gold standard test to differentiate the unilateral from the bilateral form in patients with primary aldosteronism (PA) although it may be a difficult procedure, especially the successful cannulation of the right ...
Natalia Treistman   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Advances and Challenges in the Multidisciplinary Treatment of Retroperitoneal Infantile Fibrosarcoma in Early Life

open access: yesEuropean Journal of Haematology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Retroperitoneal Infantile Fibrosarcoma (RIFS) is a rare, locally aggressive pediatric soft tissue tumor. Its retroperitoneal location poses challenges due to proximity and potential invasion of critical structures such as the inferior vena cava (IVC).
Gaia Brunetti   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

ACTH suppression and adverse effects of cabergoline in horses with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Education, EarlyView.
Summary Background The diagnosis and management of pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in horses includes evaluating abnormal plasma concentrations of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH). Treatment commonly includes the oral dopamine agonist pergolide mesylate, which suppresses the pathologic overproduction of ACTH.
A. Bracken   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Adrenal computed tomography and NP-59 usefulness for diagnosing aldosterone-producing adenomas and idiopathic hyperaldosteronism in primary hyperaldosteronism

open access: yesUrological Science, 2016
Objectives: Two major causes of primary aldosteronism are aldosterone-producing adenomas (APA) and idiopathic hyperaldosteronism (IHA). In this study, we attempted to determine the role of NP-59 in identifying APA prior to adrenalectomy, especially when ...
Ting-Po Lin   +6 more
doaj   +1 more source

Efficacy and welfare effects of different forms of physical restraint for upper airway endoscopy of horses

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Physical restraint of horses for veterinary procedures is necessary to allow completion of tasks effectively and without injury to patient or personnel. Objectives To compare physiological effects and behavioural responses to four commonly used restraint techniques for upper respiratory tract (URT) endoscopy in unsedated horses ...
Claire O'Brien   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Outbreak of poisoning by sodium hydrogen methylarsonate (MSMA)—an arsenic‐based herbicide—in horses in Brazil

open access: yesEquine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Arsenic poisoning in horses is rarely reported in the literature. However, arsenic compounds can be present in rodenticides, pesticides, and herbicides, representing a potential source of accidental exposure for horses. Objective To describe the epidemiological, clinical, and laboratory findings from a herd of 31 horses exposed to ...
Gabriella Faria Pereira   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Primary hyperaldosteronism among Chinese hypertensive patients: how are we doing in a local district in Hong Kong [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
OBJECTIVES: To estimate the point prevalence of primary hyperaldosteronism in a government out-patient setting and to compare associated patient characteristics with those having essential hypertension.
Fu, SN   +4 more
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Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia Areata: An Asia‐Pacific Modified Delphi Expert Panel Recommendations

open access: yesInternational Journal of Dermatology, EarlyView.
A panel of 18 dermatologists participated in a three‐round Delphi‐based consensus process to generate a standardized framework for the diagnosis and management of alopecia areata (AA) in Asia Pacific. Recommendations focus on practicality and clinical relevance within the regional context.
Rodney Sinclair   +17 more
wiley   +1 more source

Determinant Factors of Self‐Care Deficit in People With Chronic Wounds: A Scoping Review

open access: yesJournal of Advanced Nursing, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Aims To identify and synthesise the scientific evidence on determinants of self‐care deficits in people with chronic wounds. Design Scoping review based on the Joanna Briggs Institute guidelines. Methods This scoping review was conducted by a review team responsible for study screening, data extraction and synthesis.
Janislei Soares Dantas   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

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