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Can cholesterol be used to distinguish pleural exudates from transudates? evidence from a bivariate meta-analysis

open access: yesBMC Pulmonary Medicine, 2014
BackgroundMany studies have investigated whether pleural cholesterol levels can aid in diagnosis of pleural exudates, and the results have varied considerably.
Yongchun Shen   +6 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Release of TNF-α during myocardial reperfusion depends on oxidative stress and is prevented by mast cell stabilizers [PDF]

open access: yes, 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
core   +1 more source

Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Contributes to Ischemia- and Reperfusion-Induced Endothelial Activation in Isolated Hearts [PDF]

open access: yes, 1999
During myocardial reperfusion, polymorphonuclear neutrophil (PMN) adhesion involving the intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1) may lead to aggravation and prolongation of reperfusion injury.
Becker, Bernhard F.   +7 more
core   +1 more source

Proteína C-reativa não é um marcador útil de infecção em unidade de terapia intensiva cirúrgica [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVE: C-reactive protein (CRP) is commonly used as a marker for inflammatory states and for early identification of infection. This study aimed to investigate CRP as a marker for infection in patients with postoperative septic shock ...
BENSEÑOR, Fábio Ely Martins   +2 more
core   +3 more sources

Computed Tomography in Differential Diagnosis of Exudative and Transudative Pleural Effusions

open access: yesSiriraj Medical Journal, 2017
Objective: To differentiate between exudative and transudative pleural effusions by using CT attenuation values and CT appearances. Methods: The retrospective study reviewed 132 patients who were diagnosed of pleural effusions in 2007-2014. All patients
Phakphoom Thiravit   +2 more
doaj   +3 more sources

Pleural Fluid Mesothelin as an Adjunct to the Diagnosis of Pleural Malignant Mesothelioma [PDF]

open access: yes, 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
core   +2 more sources

Matrix metalloproteinase-9 and tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinase-1 in diagnosis of pleural effusion of malignant origin [PDF]

open access: yes, 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
core   +1 more source

Radiological Findings Post Autologous Fat Grafting and Breasts Procedures: Avoiding False Positive Results

open access: yesANZ 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
wiley   +1 more source

Vitreoretinal complications and surgical outcomes in patients with X‐linked retinoschisis

open access: yesActa 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
wiley   +1 more source

Diagnostic utility of pleural fluid/serum bilirubin ratio versus light’s criteria in differentiating exudative and transudative pleural effusions. A cross-sectional observational study.

open access: yesStudent's Journal of Health Research Africa
Background Differentiation between exudative and transudative pleural effusions is fundamental for guiding clinical management. Light’s criteria remain the standard, though reports suggest misclassification in certain cases, necessitating exploration of
Dr. Jonnalagadda Monika   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

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