Percutaneous Ultrasound-guided Pigtail Catheter for Pleural Effusions: Efficacy and Safety
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]
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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The first case of Reel Syndrome in a dog after pacemaker implantation: A case report
Reel Syndrome is a rare complication of permanent pacemaker implantation, characterised by the rotation of the device around its transverse axis, which causes the lead to coil around the generator and displacement, leading to pacing dysfunction. This report presents the first documented case of Reel Syndrome in a dog.
Z Wojtczak +5 more
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Th1/Th2 Cytokine Ratio in Tissue Transudates from Patients with Oral Lichen Planus
Objective. The characteristics of oral lichen planus (OLP) provoke investigators to explore possible biomarkers by which to monitor disease activity and therapeutic efficacy.
N. Rhodus, B. Cheng, F. Ondrey
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The differentiation of pleural effusions [PDF]
CITATION: Martiz, F. J. 1982. The differentiation of pleural effusions. South African Medical Journal, 62:553-556.The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.zaThe causes and pathophysiology of pleural effusions are briefly discussed.
Maritz, F. J.
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Lactate and colic–Shetland ponies as an example of one size does not fit all
Summary The clinical commentary discusses the utility of peritoneal lactate alone, and in the context of other clinical factors, in determining the presence of a strangulating intestinal obstruction. A current study on Shetland ponies has revealed that peritoneal lactate well outside the range typically to be considered at risk of strangulating ...
A. T. Blikslager
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Evaluation of diagnostic value of PH in differentiation of pleural effusion [PDF]
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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Advances of Proteomic Sciences in Dentistry [PDF]
Applications of proteomics tools revolutionized various biomedical disciplines such as genetics, molecular biology, medicine, and dentistry. The aim of this review is to highlight the major milestones in proteomics in dentistry during the last fifteen ...
Bartlett +17 more
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Dual Beneficial Effects of Topical l‐Glutamine on Oral Mucositis in 5‐Fluorouracil‐Treated Mice
ABSTRACT Background Oral mucositis is a severe health and economic problem that occurs in about 40%–90% of patients undergoing cancer treatments. Systemic or topical application of l‐glutamine has been shown to improve mucosal healing and ameliorate oral mucositis (OM) symptoms according to clinical score systems.
Juliana Francisca Grossi Heleno +7 more
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Effectiveness and Safety of Real-Time Transthoracic Ultrasound-Guided Thoracentesis
Purpose: The purpose of the present study was to specifically evaluate the effectiveness and safety of real-time ultrasound-guided thoracentesis in a case series of pleural effusion. Patients and methods: An observational prospective study was conducted.
Marco Sperandeo +7 more
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