ABSTRACT IgA nephropathy (IgAN), the most common form of glomerulonephritis, is a major and growing public health issue. It results from intestinal barrier dysfunction that leads to mesangial deposition of pathogenic galactose‐deficient IgA1 (Gd‐IgA1) and renal inflammation.
Meng‐Si Li, Kai Liu
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Sciatic Nerve Neuropathy Secondary to Sacral Pressure Ulcer Following COVID-19: A Case Report. [PDF]
Tuma JF, Sampaio PHMA, Tuma P.
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ABSTRACT This study aimed to assess whether admission plasma lipopolysaccharide‐binding protein (LBP), procalcitonin (PCT), and lactate could improve detection of nosocomial infection in cirrhotic patients presenting with upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB).
Li Chen, Shan‐Shan Dun, Fang Xiao
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Commentary on "Effectiveness of a Single-Use Polyurethane Foam Positioning Pad Compared With Five-Layer Foam Sacral Dressing for Pressure Ulcer Prevention in the Operating Room: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial". [PDF]
Javanian M, Barary M, Ebrahimpour S.
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Outcomes in the Management of Pediatric Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction
ABSTRACT Objective To review the presentation and treatment outcomes of pediatric patients with retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (RCPD). Methods A retrospective chart review was performed on pediatric patients diagnosed with retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (RCPD) and treated with cricopharyngeal botulinum toxin injection (CPBTI).
Aidan P. Wright +3 more
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The utility of mHealth applications in pressure ulcer management: A scoping review. [PDF]
Jogi S +3 more
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Lateral Mucosal Flap With Steroid‐Eluting Implant in Revision Draf Type III Frontal Sinus Surgery
This technical note introduces a novel endoscopic strategy that integrates a laterally based endonasal mucosal flap with a bioabsorbable steroid‐eluting implant to prevent restenosis following revision of Draf type III frontal sinus surgery. The vascularized flap is stabilized and maintained in close apposition to the underlying bone by a self ...
Mario Turri‐Zanoni +6 more
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Response to Commentary on "Effectiveness of a Single-Use Polyurethane Foam Positioning Pad Compared With Five-Layer Foam Sacral Dressing for Pressure Ulcer Prevention in the Operating Room: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial". [PDF]
Elhihi EA +5 more
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Antithrombin: Deficiency, Diversity, and the Future of Diagnostics
ABSTRACT Our healthcare system provides reactive sick‐care, treating patients after symptoms have appeared by prescription of generic and often suboptimal therapy. This strategy brings along high costs and high pressure which is not sustainable.
Mirjam Kruijt +2 more
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A murine pressure ulcer model for evaluating persistence and treatment of <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> infection. [PDF]
Tavecchio M +5 more
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