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Dietary Protein Intake and Peritoneal Protein Losses in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Peritoneal dialysis (PD) patients lose protein in their waste dialysate, potentially increasing their risk for malnutrition. We wished to determine whether there was any association between losses and dietary protein intake (DPI). Methods DPI was assessed from 24‐h dietary recall using Nutrics software.
Haalah Shaaker, Andrew Davenport
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Sugammadex and Acceleromyography Used During a Lensectomy in a Sea Lion (Zalophus californianus)

Animals
Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) are essential in intraocular surgeries to improve surgical conditions and ensure optimal ventilation. However, residual blockade can pose significant risks, particularly in pinnipeds due to their unique diving ...
Magdalena Nowak, Shawn Johnson, Claire Simeone, Rocio Canales, Eduardo Huguet-Baudin, Martina Mosing   +5 more
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Effects of the Fluid Replacement Method During Online Hemodiafiltration on the Solute Removal Performance and Biocompatibility Using the Asymmetric Cellulose Triacetate Membrane

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Pre‐dilution online hemodiafiltration (Pre‐HDF) is predominantly used in Japan, whereas post‐dilution online HDF (Post‐HDF) is more common in Europe. An asymmetric cellulose triacetate (ATA) membrane may improve biocompatibility.
Kenji Sakurai, Yoshitaka Kurihara, Fumi Yamauchi, Hiromi Hosoya, Takeshi Saito   +4 more
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Validity of cachexia diagnosed using AWGC criteria in outpatients with chronic kidney disease undergoing hemodialysis: a cross-sectional study

Renal Replacement Therapy
Background Cachexia worsens the long-term prognosis of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) undergoing hemodialysis. The Asian Working Group for Cachexia (AWGC) has proposed diagnostic criteria tailored to Asian populations. In this study, we aimed
Takuma Yagi, Tatsuro Inoue, Masato Ogawa, Masatsugu Okamura, Kengo Shirado, Nobuyuki Shirai, Shuji Konishi, Takashi Koshiba, Yuichiro Ishigaki, Yasunori Heguri, Naoki Tanimiya, Risa Okada, Shinichi Nishi   +12 more
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Infection Control Practices for Vascular Access Management in Hemodialysis: Results From a Nationwide Survey of Japanese National University Hospitals

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Bloodstream infections due to repeated vascular access (VA) puncture and circuit connections remain major concerns in hemodialysis. Therefore, we examined current practices for glove, disinfectant, and personal protective equipment (PPE) use according to VA type in national university hospitals in Japan.
Aiko Yamada, Makoto Harada, Tadahiko Kikugawa, Takeshi Nakata, Koji Hashimoto, Tsuneo Konta, Yuji Kamijo   +6 more
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Defining clinically significant change [PDF]

British Journal of Psychiatry, 2016
I congratulate ter Heide et al on conducting an extremely timely and important clinical trial.[1][1] As stated by the authors, there is a conspicuous lack of clinical trials investigating the effect of eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) in treating traumatised refugees. However,
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An episode-based cost analysis of virtual-first versus in-person-first care to treat common acute conditions among members of a large national payor

BMC Health Services Research
Background The potential of virtual care as an alternative to in-person visits is promising, yet its economic impact is insufficiently understood. This evaluation represents an episode-based, cost impact analysis of virtual-first (versus in-person first)
Amanda L. Zaleski, Xinbei Guan, Kelly J. Thomas Craig, Christopher Junk, Arthur T. McGill, Henry Gordon, Dorothea J. Verbrugge, Kristofer Caya   +7 more
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A Bibliometric Analysis of Publications in Uremic Toxins From 1991 to 2024

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Uremic toxins are a growing area of research in nephrology, with significant implications in the progression and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the management of end‐stage kidney disease (ESKD). This bibliometric analysis aims to evaluate the global research trends, key contributors, and the impact of publications in ...
Yuh‐Shan Ho, Karim M. Soliman, Wisit Cheungpasitporn, Wannasit Wathanavasin, Ahmed Daoud, Ahmed I. Kamal, Balázs Szamosfalvi, Tibor Fülöp   +7 more
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Healthcare Professionals' Responses to Complaints: A Qualitative Interview Study With Patients, Carers and Healthcare Professionals Using the Theoretical Domains Framework and COM‐B Model

Health Expectations
Background Patient complaints in healthcare settings can provide feedback for monitoring and improving healthcare services. Behavioural responses to complaints (e.g., talking or apologising to a patient) can influence the trajectory of a complaint for ...
Vivi Antonopoulou, Paulina M. Schenk, Alison R. McKinlay, Paul Chadwick, Carly Meyer, Beckie Gibson, Falko F. Sniehotta, Fabiana Lorencatto, Ivo Vlaev, Angel M. Chater   +9 more
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Therapeutic Apheresis in Nigeria: A Multi‐Center Summary of Abstracts From the Inaugural Nigerian Society for Apheresis Scientific Meeting

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Therapeutic apheresis (TA) is an established treatment modality for hematologic, neurologic, and immunologic disorders, yet access remains severely limited in sub‐Saharan Africa. Donor apheresis, including platelet apheresis collection from healthy donors, represents an important complementary modality supporting blood product ...
Nosa Bazuaye, Chimezie Okwuonu, Evelyn Idam, Folasade Adelekan‐Popoola, Shakirat Gold‐Olufadi, Olufunto Olufela Kalejaiye, Abdullateef Ogala, Zinnah Aloziem, Blossom Amamchukwu, Patience Elimia, Mkpoikanabasi Obot‐Obot, Henry Mbakwe, Praises Maduagwuna, Olatunji Akinrodoye, Chiamaka Anyanwu, Benjamin Anyanwu, Adedamola Akinsiku, Oluwatoyin A. Akinsiku, Muzamil O. Hassan, Fatiu A. Arogundade, Olalekan E. Ojo, Homayemem Weli, Jesupelumi Adenihun, Aderemi Adelaja, Ebun Bamgboye, Olalekan Olatise, Ade E. Faponle, Ayoola Odeyemi, Michael Muoka, Stephen Asaolu, Qudrat Busari, Blessing Dawudu, Michael Naiyeju, Rasheed A. Balogun   +33 more
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