Cardiovascular Abnormalities in Egyptian Children with Mucopolysaccharidoses [PDF]
The Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS) are rare inherited metabolic disorders. They are characterized by the progressive systemic deposition of Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). GAGs accumulate in the myocardium and the cardiac valves. Enzyme Replacement Therapy (ERT) is available for MPS I, II, and VI.
Selim, Laila +6 more
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Intrahepatic persistent fetal right umbilical vein: a retrospective study [PDF]
Introduction: To appraise the incidence and value of intrahepatic persistent right umbilical vein (PRUV). Methods: This was a single-center study. Records of all women with a prenatal diagnosis of intrahepatic PRUV were reviewed.
Di Meglio A. +9 more
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Lysosomal Abnormalities in Cardiovascular Disease [PDF]
The lysosome, a key organelle for cellular clearance, is associated with a wide variety of pathological conditions in humans. Lysosome function and its related pathways are particularly important for maintaining the health of the cardiovascular system. In this review, we highlighted studies that have improved our understanding of the connection between
Congwu Chi +2 more
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Progression of endothelial dysfunction, atherosclerosis, and arterial stiffness in stable kidney transplant patients: a pilot study. [PDF]
BACKGROUND: Kidney transplant patients suffer from vascular abnormalities and high cardiovascular event rates, despite initial improvements post-transplantation. The nature of the progression of vascular abnormalities in the longer term is unknown.
Banerjee, D +5 more
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Cardiovascular Abnormalities in Osteogenesis Imperfecta [PDF]
Three adults with osteogenesis imperfecta and associated cardiovascular lesions are reported. Two presented with aortic insufficiency due to dilatation of the aortic root for which none of the usual causes is apparent. The third patient was found to have lesions involving pulmonary, aortic, and mitral valves in addition to microscopic changes in the ...
M G, CRISCITIELLO +3 more
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Exercise intolerance and fatigue in chronic heart failure: is there a role for group III/IV afferent feedback? [PDF]
Exercise intolerance and early fatiguability are hallmark symptoms of chronic heart failure. While the malfunction of the heart is certainly the leading cause of chronic heart failure, the patho-physiological mechanisms of exercise intolerance in these ...
Angius, Luca, Crisafulli, Antonio
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Non-immune fetal hydrops: etiology and outcome according to gestational age at diagnosis. [PDF]
OBJECTIVE: Fetal hydrops is associated with increased perinatal morbidity and mortality. The etiology and outcome of fetal hydrops may differ according to the gestational age at diagnosis.
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Red Blood Cells from Individuals with Abdominal Obesity or Metabolic Abnormalities Exhibit Less Deformability upon Entering a Constriction. [PDF]
Abdominal obesity and metabolic syndrome (MS) are multifactorial conditions associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease and type II diabetes mellitus.
Mancuso, Jordan E +4 more
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Turner syndrome and associated problems in turkish children: A multicenter study [PDF]
Objective: Turner syndrome (TS) is a chromosomal disorder caused by complete or partial X chromosome monosomy that manifests various clinical features depending on the karyotype and on the genetic background of affected girls.
Abacı, A. +73 more
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Cardiovascular Abnormalities in Hyperthyroidism
Anthonisen et al in 1987 continues to be the landmark study. 3 The inclusion criteria required COPD with a FEV1 70% and FEV1/forced vital capacity 70%. It must be kept in mind that patients in the former study had a mean FEV1 of only 33.9% predicted.
Çakır, Mehtap, Can, İlknur
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