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MELD score predicts outcomes in patients with advanced heart failure: A longitudinal evaluation
Abstract Aims Advanced heart failure (AHF) is characterized by recurrent episodes of haemodynamic instability and frequent hospitalizations, leading to a progressive decline in quality of life and high mortality rates. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the effect of the model for end‐stage liver disease (MELD) score and its variations in ...
Francesco Curcio+10 more
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Portosystemic shunts and refractory hepatic encephalopathy: patient selection and current options
Cyriac Abby Philips, Sasidharan Rajesh, Philip Augustine, Guruprasad Padsalgi, Rizwan Ahamed The Liver Unit, Cochin Gastroenterology Group, Ernakulam Medical Centre, Cochin, Kerala, India Abstract: Portosystemic shunt (PS) syndrome encompasses a spectrum
Philips CA+4 more
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Interventional therapies for chronic heart failure: An overview of recent developments
Abstract Heart failure (HF), the final manifestation of most cardiovascular diseases, has become a major global health concern, affecting millions of individuals. Despite basic drug treatments, patients present with high morbidity and mortality rates. However, recent advancements in interventional therapy have shown promising results in improving the ...
Bingchen Guo+7 more
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This systematic review identified 24 clinical trials of medical device and surgical interventions for HFpEF, with 16 demonstrating at least safety and feasibility, but little evidence of long‐term benefit. Phenotype‐based responses suggest that certain interventions may benefit specific HFpEF subgroups, yet most trials suffered from heterogeneous ...
Kurdo Araz+5 more
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Abstract Aims Heart–lung transplantation (HLTx) remains a life‐saving intervention for patients with end‐stage cardiopulmonary failure. We retrospectively analysed long‐term HLTx outcomes at our centre to assess survival trends and evaluate the impact of evolving immunosuppressive, surgical and perioperative strategies.
L. Lily Rosenthal+10 more
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Risk of hernia-related complications after transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt creation in patients with pre-existing ventral abdominal hernias: 15-year experience at a quaternary medical center [PDF]
Charles McDaniel+8 more
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Specific characteristics of HFpEF universal definition in cancer patients. Abstract Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is increasingly recognized in cancer patients and survivors, yet it remains underdiagnosed and its epidemiology largely unknown.
Kalliopi Keramida+21 more
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This paper presents a comprehensive review of radio frequency (RF)‐based wireless charging technologies for flexible electronics. In particular, we (i) provide an overview of wireless charging approaches, (ii) investigate the fundamental RF charging principles, covering rectenna design, impedance matching, RF‐to‐DC conversion, and power management, and
Qu Luo+6 more
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