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Fhod3 in zebrafish supports myofibril stability during growth of embryonic skeletal muscle

Developmental Dynamics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Actin filament organization in cardiomyocytes critically depends on the formin Fhod3, but a role for Fhod3 in skeletal muscle development has not yet been described. Results We demonstrate here that in zebrafish mutated for one of two fhod3 paralog genes, fhod3a, skeletal muscle of the trunk appears normal through 2 days post ...
Aubrie Russell, Tracy Eng, Jeffrey D. Amack, David Pruyne   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Complete Facial Paralysis Caused by Stabbing With a Car Key at the Stylomastoid Foramen

Ear, Nose & Throat Journal
Non-iatrogenic traumatic facial paralysis is most common in intratemporal facial nerve injury caused by temporal bone fracture, followed by intraparotid facial nerve branch injury.
Bo Yang MD, Fang Zhang MD, PhD, Ying Tian MD, PhD, Huijun Yang MD   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Reflex seizures and epilepsy surgery: A network approach case‐based exploration

Epileptic Disorders, EarlyView.
Abstract Context Reflex seizures (RS) are defined by their consistent provocation by specific stimuli, encompassing a broad range from elementary sensory inputs to complex cognitive tasks. While RS are often encountered in clinical practice, their surgical management remains sparsely reported and poorly systematized.
Olivier Aron, Laure Salmon, Nicolas Nguyen, Dènahin Toffa, Sami Obaid, Alexis Robin, Dang Khoa Nguyen   +6 more
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Cheek tooth extraction in geriatric versus non‐geriatric horses

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Age‐related dental changes are major contributors to dental disorders in older horses, and cheek tooth extractions are often required to maintain masticatory function and oral comfort. However, limited information is available on clinical and treatment characteristics in this older patient population.
Elias Mair, Omid Nekouei, Patricia Trummer‐Schug, Rhea Haralambus, Nora Mareike Biermann   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Computed tomography long‐term follow‐up of a facial fracture involving the orbit and paranasal sinus

Equine Veterinary Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Fractures of the facial bones involving the orbit are challenging conditions that require surgical treatment. Objectives To describe preoperative and postoperative clinical and computed tomographic findings of an orbital rim fracture repaired using a reconstruction plate. Study Design Case report.
A. Kalinovskiy, C. Lischer, J. C. Eule, K. Thieme, K. Mählmann   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Gold weight implantation as a treatment measure for correction of paralytic lagophthalmos

Indian Journal of Dental Research, 2011
Ocular complications from facial nerve paralysis can be quite devastating. Facial nerve paralysis results in cosmetic as well as functional problems. Paralysis of the upper eyelids leads to lagophthalmos, which results in incomplete closure of the lid ...
P Manodh, Pradeep Devadoss, Nishant Kumar   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Neurolathyrism in Sub‐Saharan Africa—Assessing the Neurotoxic Risks of Lathyrus sativus Amid Drought and Food Security Challenges

Food Safety and Health, EarlyView.
Representation of grass pea consumption in drought‐stricken sub‐Saharan Africa sustains nutrition, but excess β‐ODAP exposure due to multiple reasons triggers neurolathyrism, a progressive neurotoxic disorder. ABSTRACT Neurolathyrism is a progressive motor neuron disease due to the consumption of Lathyrus sativus (grass pea) over long periods.
Biruk Demisse Ayalew, Muhammad Umar, Pakeezah Tabasum, Maria Qadri, Talha Farooq, Eskeatnaf Yosef Getachew, Zemichael Getu Alemayehu, Eden Haile Hagos, Hailemariam Shimelis Gebeyehu, Hanna Tsehay Abebe, Nuradin Abdi Ali, David Chinaecherem Innocent, Temesgen Mamo Sharew   +12 more
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Intelligent Speech Analysis For Facial Paralysis: An Innovative Diagnostic Approach

International Dental Journal
Aim or purpose: Facial paralysis is a significant focus in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Alterations in the acoustic characteristics of speech stemming from facial nerve dysfunction provide new biomarkers for the objective evaluation of facial ...
Xue Li, Jiahong Yuan, Liang Chen, Rui Feng, Yuang Chen   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Classified Comparison and Cause Analysis of the Characteristics of Co‐Disabilities Among Older Adults With Physical Disability in China

Health Care Science, EarlyView.
This study used prevalence comparisons and binary logistic regression to analyze the data from the First and Second China National Sample Survey on Disability conducted in 1987 and 2006, respectively. Co‐disability patterns among older adults with physical disability in China were examined, and the associations of other disability types with both the ...
Yiran Wang, Xiaodong Zhang, Lu Tan, Chenyu Yan, Xiaoqian Yan, Wenwen Liu, Tianran Wang, Sijiu Wang, Wannian Liang   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Waiting Time Prioritisation for Public and Private Providers: Evidence From Hip Replacement Surgery

Health Economics, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Waiting times for planned health care treatments have been increasing in England and other OECD countries. One policy to reduce the impact of waiting times on patients' health is for doctors to prioritise patients according to their health status. This study tests the extent to which publicly‐funded patients in poorer health are prioritised on
Panos Kasteridis, Luigi Siciliani, Peter Sivey   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source