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Pleural Fluid Mesothelin as an Adjunct to the Diagnosis of Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma [PDF]
, 2014 Rationale:. The diagnosis of pleural malignant mesothelioma (MM) by effusion cytology may be difficult and is currently controversial. Effusion mesothelin levels are increased in patients with MM but the clinical role of this test is uncertain ...
Creaney, Jenette +6 more
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International Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, EarlyView.Abstract Stillbirths affect millions of pregnancies every year worldwide, and obstruction of the umbilical cord blood flow is one of the main causes of fetal death. This review provides a clinico‐pathological overview of cord abnormalities potentially associated with antepartum stillbirth, describing the mechanism determining the death and addressing ...
Laura Avagliano +3 more
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Percutaneous Ultrasound-guided Pigtail Catheter for Pleural Effusions: Efficacy and Safety
Oman Medical Journal, 2021 Objectives: Small-bore pigtail catheters are now being used more frequently for draining pleural effusions. This study aimed to measure the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of these devices in different clinical conditions.
B. Jayakrishnan +6 more
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A simplified technique for the treatment of simple pleural effusions [PDF]
, 1987 This technique for the drainage of simple pleural effusions is simple, safe and effective. It requires little more skill than the ability to perform a thoracentesis or central venous line placement.
Shaw, BW +3 more
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Matrix metalloproteinase-9 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 in diagnosis of pleural effusion of malignant origin [PDF]
, 2016 OBJECTIVES: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the diagnostic accuracy of matrix metalloproteinase-9 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 in differentiating benign from malignant exudative pleural effusions.
D'Angelo, L. +7 more
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ANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.This article highlights the importance of understanding the imaging features and complications of fat necrosis and oil cysts to improve diagnostic accuracy and clinical management. A rational diagnostic sequence—emphasizing comparison with prior imaging, careful evaluation of morphological changes, and judicious use of biopsy—can reduce unnecessary ...
Eduardo de Faria Castro Fleury
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Release of TNF-α during myocardial reperfusion depends on oxidative stress and is prevented by mast cell stabilizers [PDF]
, 2003 Objectives: Our study sought to elucidate the role of oxidative stress for shedding of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and for activating TNF-α-converting enzyme (TACE).
Becker, Bernhard F. +4 more
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Vitreoretinal complications and surgical outcomes in patients with X‐linked retinoschisis
Acta Ophthalmologica, EarlyView.Abstract Purpose X‐linked retinoschisis (XLRS) is an inherited vitreoretinal disorder characterized by macular retinoschisis. In a subgroup of patients, peripheral retinoschisis can occur, potentially leading to complications such as vitreous haemorrhage (VH) and retinal detachment (RD).
Jonathan Hensman +11 more
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Evaluation of diagnostic value of PH in differentiation of pleural effusion [PDF]
, 2009 چکیده: زمینه و هدف: PH مایع جنب یکی از عمده ترین شاخص ها در تعیین نوع افیوژنهای پلور و تصمیمگیری برای نصب Chest-tube بوده و معیاری حساس برای تعیین سرنوشت یک پلورزی است. این مطالعه با هدف تعیین ارزش تشخیصی میزان PH در افتراق مایع پلور انجام شد.
Besharat, M., Goodarzi, A.
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Parapneumonic empyema diagnosed by chest radiograph and computed tomography [PDF]
, 2013 Pleural effusion is commonly seen associated with pneumonia. When this progresses to empyema, directed therapy is frequently required. Chest radiographic and computed tomography findings can help distinguish empyema from a transudative pleural ...
David M. Widlus +2 more
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