Patient-Reported Side Effects of Intradetrusor Botulinum Toxin Type A for Idiopathic Overactive Bladder Syndrome [PDF]
Objective: The aim of the study was a prospective assessment of patient-reported side effects in an open-label study after intradetrusor botulinum toxin injections for idiopathic overactive bladder (OAB). Patients and Methods: Botulinum toxin A injection
Mayer, Margit E. +15 more
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Supraglottic Botulinum Toxin Injection Improves Symptoms of Laryngeal Sensory Dysfunction
In this retrospective cohort of 80 patients with refractory laryngeal sensory symptoms, supraglottic botulinum toxin type A significantly improved Laryngeal Hypersensitivity Questionnaire, Reflux Symptom Index, and Cough Severity Index scores at a mean of 5.2 weeks, while Voice Handicap Index‐10 scores remained unchanged.
Daniel Novakovic +3 more
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In a study to isolate Clostridium botulinum from field samples, 53 C. botulinum-like isolates were found neutralizable by botulinum antitoxins using the standard mouse bioassay.
Bohnel, H. +2 more
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Impact of Frailty on Surgical Outcomes in Patients Treated for Cricopharyngeus Muscle Dysfunction
ABSTRACT Objective To investigate the relationship between frailty status and surgical outcomes in patients undergoing procedures for cricopharyngeus muscle dysfunction (CPMD). Methods Retrospective chart review of all patients who underwent upper esophageal sphincter (UES) interventions at a tertiary dysphagia center.
Jessa Letargo +3 more
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Botulinum toxin type A on cutaneous flap viability in diabetic and tobacco-exposed rats [PDF]
PURPOSE:To investigate the effect of Botulinum toxin A (BoNTA) on skin flap viability in healthy, tobacco-exposed and diabetic rats.METHODS: Ninety male Wistar rats (250-300g) were randomly divided into six groups: control+saline (C1), control+BoNTA (C2),
Cristina Pires Camargo +7 more
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Variability of Botulinum Toxins: Challenges and Opportunities for the Future
Botulinum neurotoxins (BoNTs) are the most potent known toxins, and are therefore classified as extremely harmful biological weapons. However, BoNTs are therapeutic drugs that are widely used and have an increasing number of applications.
Rasetti-Escargueil, Christine +7 more
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The Effectiveness of Botulinum Toxin Type A Injections in the Management of Sialorrhea [PDF]
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of Botulinum toxin type A by injecting in the submandibular and parotid glands on the frequency and severity of sialorrhea.Methods: Pediatric patients who were referred to our department with ...
Özgür Tarkan +6 more
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Introduction Migraines, as defined by the 2018 International Headache Society, are attacks lasting 4 to 72 hours with specific characteristics. Surgical treatment of migraines dates back to 1931, with one approach targeting trigger zones, often in ...
Gabriel Pieri +2 more
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Antibodies and Vaccines Against Botulinum Toxins: Available Measures and Novel Approaches
International audienceBotulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) is produced by the anaerobic, Gram-positive bacterium Clostridium botulinum. As one of the most poisonous toxins known and a potential bioterrosism agent, BoNT is characterized by a complex mode of action
Rasetti-Escargueil, Christine +3 more
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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Facial Paralysis: Diagnosis, Comorbidities, and Chemodenervation
ABSTRACT Objectives Facial paralysis (FP) is associated with significant functional and psychosocial morbidity, yet potential racial and ethnic disparities in its diagnosis, associated comorbidities, and treatment patterns remain poorly characterized.
Amy Wang +5 more
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