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Aggressive Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma in the Setting of GATA2 Deficiency
ABSTRACT Background GATA2 deficiency is a rare genetic disorder associated with hematologic, infectious, and neoplastic complications. We report a case of a patient with GATA2 deficiency who developed aggressive squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the head and neck, an atypical manifestation of this condition.
Brejjette Aljabi+3 more
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ABSTRACT Background This study aimed at identifying acoustic features of airway protective maneuvers as biomarkers of radiation‐associated dysphagia, involving penetration/aspiration and pharyngeal residue. Methods Temporal and spectral acoustical analyses were carried out on voluntary coughs, voluntary throat clearings, and reflexive coughs.
Sofiana Mootassim‐Billah+11 more
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Acrylic Resin Guide for Locating the Abutment Screw Access Channel of Cement-Retained Implant Prostheses [PDF]
Abutment screw loosening represents a common and challenging technical complication of cement-retained implant prostheses. This article describes the fabrication of a simple and accurate poly(methyl methacrylate) guide for identifying the location and ...
Ahmed, Ayman+2 more
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Managing the variability of biomechanical characteristics before the preliminary design stage of a medical device [PDF]
The very high level of requirements for certification procedures often limit research and development departments to innovate using increments and iterations during the design process for medical devices (MD).
MESNARD, Michel+2 more
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Abstract Purpose The purpose of this study was to obtain a validated consensus among expert periodontists in Saudi Arabia regarding end‐of‐periodontics‐residency‐training entrustable professional activities (EPAs) using a modified Delphi method. Methods The study consisted of two phases.
Salwa A. Aldahlawi+2 more
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Traitement par prothèses sur implant de l’édentement postérieur partiel : suivi à long terme d’une étude prospective [PDF]
Objective: This paper reports on the long-term outcome of patients with Kennedy Class IV partial edentulism treated in the Implant Prosthodontic Unit (IPU) at the University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario.
Attard, Nikolai J., Zarb, George A.
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FEM and Von Mises analysis on prosthetic crowns structural elements: evaluation of different applied materials [PDF]
The aim of this paper is to underline the mechanical properties of dental single crown prosthodontics materials in order to differentiate the possibility of using each material for typical clinical condition and masticatory load.
Cesare, D’Amico+10 more
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Abstract Purpose To assess dental students' understanding of oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) practice areas and examine changes in referral preferences across their educational progression in Israel. Methods A cross‐sectional survey was conducted among 349 dental students from two Israeli universities (46.5% response rate).
Michael V. Joachim+3 more
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Selective Laser Melting of Biocompatible Metals for Rapid Manufacturing of Medical Parts [PDF]
In recent years, digitizing and automation have gained an important place in fabrication of medical parts. Rapid Manufacturing could be very suitable for medical applications due to their complex geometry, low volume and strong individualization.
Kruth, Jean-Pierre, Vandenbroucke, Ben
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Abstract Background Haptics‐enhanced virtual reality (VR‐haptic) simulation in dental education has evolved considerably during the past decade, representing a promising resource of simulation‐based training opportunities to support conventional practice.
Szabolcs Felszeghy+62 more
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