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Second primary malignancies after ocular adnexal lymphoma diagnosis

BMC Ophthalmology, 2021
Background Although studies have investigated the risk of second primary malignancies (SPMs) associated with lymphoma of various sites, limited studies have investigated this risk in patients with lymphoma originating within the ocular adnexa.
Asad Loya, Vignesh Ramachandran, Talha Ayaz, Christina Y. Weng   +3 more
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Comparative Genomic and Pan-Genomic Characterization of Staphylococcus epidermidis From Different Sources Unveils the Molecular Basis and Potential Biomarkers of Pathogenic Strains

Frontiers in Microbiology, 2021
Coagulase-negative Staphylococcus (CoNS) is the most common pathogen causing traumatic endophthalmitis. Among which, Staphylococcus epidermidis is the most common species that colonizes human skin, eye surfaces, and nasal cavity.
Shudan Lin, Bianjin Sun, Xinrui Shi, Yi Xu, Yunfeng Gu, Xiaobin Gu, Xueli Ma, Tian Wan, Jie Xu, Jianzhong Su, Yongliang Lou, Meiqin Zheng, Meiqin Zheng   +12 more
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Health Literacy, Self‐Efficacy and Knowledge of Sickle Cell Disease Among Caregivers

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a hereditary blood disorder in which abnormal haemoglobin leads to severe anaemia, painful crises and organ failure. Caregivers’ health literacy (HL) – their ability to assess, understand and apply information, and interact with healthcare professionals – is crucial for managing children with SCD, yet ...
Melanie Bruinooge, Maite E. Houwing, Rowena L. Grohssteiner, Ferdows Atiq, Sonja A. M. C. Teuben, Mirjam P. Fransen, Marjon H. Cnossen   +6 more
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Early Impact of Childhood Opportunity on Neurocognitive Outcomes in Sickle Cell Disease

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Neurocognitive impairment is a well‐recognized complication of sickle cell disease (SCD) that begins early in childhood and persists across development. While cerebrovascular injury contributes substantially to risk, neurocognitive deficits are also observed in children without overt or silent cerebral infarctions, suggesting ...
Julia E. LaMotte, Hannah Koch, Olivia A. Coughlin, Jillian R. Bouck, Allie Carter, Seethal A. Jacob   +5 more
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Association between paediatric eye injuries, later aca-demic success and social performance

Medicinski Glasnik
Aim To investigate an association between eye injury and later academic and social performance.Methods A retrospective longitudinal study of taking measurements multiple times was conducted including all severe eye injuries admitted during 2011-2017 at ...
Nina Jovanović, Corinne Peek-Asa, Zhang Ling, Joe E Cavanaugh, Adel Smajlović, Srdjan Nikolovski, Emir Begagić, Igor Knezović   +7 more
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BMT4me En Español: Multisite Feasibility and Usability Testing of a Spanish‐Language mHealth Adherence Support App for Spanish‐Speaking Caregivers of Children After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cancer Treatment

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Medication nonadherence during the first 100 days after pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) and during oncology treatment increases risk for complications. BMT4me is a caregiver‐facing mobile health (mHealth) application providing medication reminders, symptom tracking, and note‐taking features to support ...
Micah A. Skeens, Madeline R. Peek, Bianca Franklin, Emre Sezgin, Melissa Beauchemin   +4 more
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Clinical prognostic characteristics of ocular mucoepidermoid carcinoma: a retrospective study

Frontiers in Oncology
AimThis study aimed to characterize the clinical presentation, pathological features, and prognostic indicators of ocular mucoepidermoid carcinoma (MEC) based on an institutional cohort and a systematic literature review.MethodsA retrospective analysis ...
Jing Li, Runzi Yang, Rui Liu, Nan Wang, Hong Zhang, Jianmin Ma   +5 more
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Development and Implementation of a Disease‐Targeted Storybook as a Clinical Tool for Children With Acute Leukemia

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Although significant progress has been made in childhood leukemia survival, healthcare providers, and caregivers often face challenges in explaining this disease to patients. Disease‐targeted storybooks have been proposed as a tool to facilitate the understanding of diagnoses and treatment.
Nutvipha Ummartyotin, Usanarat Anurathapan, Rawiwan Roongpraiwan, Potchanee Dandamrongrak, Siriporn Nakhonchai, Pawin Numthavaj, Vilawan Chirdkiatgumchai   +6 more
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Ocular Manifestations in Pediatric Traumatic Brain Injury Admitted to the ICU: A Prospective Analysis

Vision
Background: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in children is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Ocular manifestations are common but often overlooked, despite their potential to cause long-term visual impairment.
Amer Jaradat, Rami Al-Dwairi, Adam Abdallah, Atef F. Hulliel, Rawhi Alshaykh, Mahmood Al Nuaimi, Ala’ Al Barbarawi, Seren Al Beiruti, Abdelwahab Aleshawi   +8 more
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Modulation of CD44 Activity by A6-Peptide

Frontiers in Immunology, 2015
Hyaluronan (HA) is a nonsulfated glycosaminoglycan distributed throughout the extracellular matrix that plays a major role in cell adhesion, migration, and proliferation. CD44, a multifunctional cell surface glycoprotein, is a receptor for HA.
Malcolm eFinlayson
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