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Hamilton M, Bullard S, Fugett K, Heath J, Jackson T, Jakobe D. Increasing the Value of the RD through Malnutrition DRG Coding. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jada.2010.06.306] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Jackson T, Iezzi T, Nagasaka T, Fritch A, Gunderson J. Does the mere presence of over-the-counter pain medication affect pain perception? Some preliminary findings. PSYCHOL HEALTH MED 2010. [DOI: 10.1080/13548500120116102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Jackson T. Rainbow worrier. New Sci 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/s0262-4079(10)61380-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Jackson T. Journalists and digital storytellers vie for communicator award. West J Med 2010. [DOI: 10.1136/bmj.c443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Jackson T, Nghiem HS, Rowell D, Jorm C, Wakefield J. Setting economic priorities for patient safety programs and patient safety research using case mix costing data. BMC Health Serv Res 2009. [PMCID: PMC2773579 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6963-9-s1-a4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Jackson T. City on the verge of a nervous breakdown. West J Med 2009. [DOI: 10.1136/bmj.b1422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Soliman Y, Jackson T, Mazzio E, Soliman KFA. The effects of piroxicam in the attenuation of MPP+/MPTP toxicity in vitro and in vivo. Neurochem Res 2008; 34:304-10. [PMID: 18612814 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-008-9779-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2007] [Accepted: 06/10/2008] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Several lines of evidence support the neuroprotective action of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors in various models of Parkinson's disease (PD). In the current study, we investigated the neuroprotective properties of several COX inhibitors against 1-methyl-4-phenylpyridinium (MPP+) in neuroblastoma Neuro 2A (N-2A) cells in vitro and the protection against degeneration of substantia nigra pars compacta (SNc) dopaminergic (DA) neurons after the administration of 1-methyl 4-phenyl 1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine (MPTP) in C57/BL6 male mice. The data obtained demonstrate a lack of protective effects observed by COX 1-2 inhibitors ibuprofen and acetylsalicylic acid against MPP+ toxicity in N-2A, where piroxicam was protective in a dose dependent manner (MPP+ control: 15 +/- 2% MPP+ piroxicam: 5 mM 89 +/- 4%). The data also indicate a drop in mitochondrial oxygen (O(2)) consumption and ATP during MPP+ toxicity with no restoration of mitochondrial function concurrent to a heightened concentration of somatic ATP during piroxicam rescue. These findings indicate that the neuroprotective effects of COX inhibitors against MPP+ are not consistent, but that piroxicam may work through an unique mechanism to propel anaerobic energy metabolism. On the other hand, using mice, piroxicam (20 mg/kg) was effective against MPTP-induced dopaminergic degeneration in the (SNc) and loss of locomotive function in mice. Administering a 3 day pre-treatment of piroxicam (20 mg/kg) was effective in antagonizing the losses in SNc tyrosine hydroxylase protein expression, SNc DA concentration and associated anomaly in ambulatory locomotor activity. It was concluded from these findings that piroxicam is unique among COX inhibitors in providing very significant neuroprotection against MPP+ in vitro and in vivo.
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Joosten H, Marugg J, Stephan R, Klijn A, Jackson T, Iversen C. A rapid and reliable alternative to ISO 21528-1:2004 for detection of Enterobacteriaceae. Int J Food Microbiol 2008; 125:344-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2008.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2007] [Revised: 03/05/2008] [Accepted: 04/08/2008] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Jackson T. Oeufs Boltzmann. New Sci 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/s0262-4079(08)61151-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Pirson M, Leclercq P, Jackson T, Leclercq M, Garrino M, Sion C. Financial consequences of hospital-acquired bacteraemia in three Belgian hospitals in 2003 and 2004. J Hosp Infect 2008; 68:9-16. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jhin.2007.10.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2007] [Accepted: 10/04/2007] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Chung H, Cartwright M, Thompson A, Jackson T, Bortz D, Younger J. Neutropenic Staphylococcus epidermidis Bacteremia in a Multicompartment Pharmacokinetic System. Acad Emerg Med 2007. [DOI: 10.1197/j.aem.2007.03.1215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Jackson T. Misreading prejudice. New Sci 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/s0262-4079(07)60787-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Jackson T, McLure HA. Pharmacology of local anesthetics. OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA 2006; 19:155-61. [PMID: 16701153 DOI: 10.1016/j.ohc.2006.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Local anesthesia is a common technique used to provide anesthesia for ocular surgical procedures. Despite improvements in operative conditions, there is still the potential for complications, both local and systemic, during routine procedures. This article discusses the physiology of neuronal function, the chemistry of various local anesthetic agents, and the pathogenesis of toxicity. It is vital for the practitioner to have thorough knowledge of these subjects in order to reduce risks when performing ophthalmic procedures.
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Jackson T. Harrogate ICS Spring Meeting 2006 Report. J Intensive Care Soc 2006. [DOI: 10.1177/175114370600700203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Madeo M, Jackson T, Williams C. Simple measures to reduce the rate of contamination of blood cultures in Accident and Emergency. Emerg Med J 2006; 22:810-1. [PMID: 16244343 PMCID: PMC1726605 DOI: 10.1136/emj.2005.003079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To reduce the contamination rate of blood cultures taken in the Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. METHODS The standard blood culture sampling kit was supplemented with an instruction sheet on the optimal method for drawing blood cultures and a large 62% ethyl alcohol impregnated wipe. RESULTS There was a statistically significant reduction in the number of contaminants (p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS Simple measures to encourage skin disinfection and appropriate sampling technique will reduce the incidence of contamination of blood cultures in the A&E department.
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Bouchie L, Bennett NC, Jackson T, Waterman JM. ARE CAPE GROUND SQUIRRELS (XERUS INAURIS) INDUCED OR SPONTANEOUS OVULATORS? J Mammal 2006. [DOI: 10.1644/04-mamm-a-192r1.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Narayana V, McLaughlin P, Jackson T, Zelefsky M. SU-FF-I-21: Can Prostate CT Contouring Be Improved? Med Phys 2005. [DOI: 10.1118/1.1997501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Colella R, Jackson T, Goodwyn E. Matrigel invasion by the prostate cancer cell lines, PC3 and DU145, and cathepsin L+B activity. Biotech Histochem 2005; 79:121-7. [PMID: 15621884 DOI: 10.1080/10520290400010572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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Cathepsins L and B are lysosomal cysteine proteinases whose activities and cellular location are altered in many types of cancers and cancer cell lines. Cathepsins L and B play an unspecified role in cancer invasion and metastasis. The purpose of our study was to determine whether cathepsins L and B are important for the ability of two prostate cancer cell lines, PC3 and DU 145, to invade the basement membrane-like preparation, Matrigel. Exposure of PC3 and DU145 to the irreversible cysteine proteinase inhibitor, E64, decreases the invasive ability of DU145, but not PC3. PC3 and DU145 were treated with the phorbol ester analogue, phorbol 12-myristate 13-acetate (PMA), a known tumor promoter that activates protein kinase C and contributes to the metastatic phenotype. PMA increased secreted cathepsin L+B activity and the invasive ability of PC3 and DU145; co-exposure to E64 and PMA decreased both cathepsin L+B activity and invasion. We conclude that DU145 requires cathepsin L+B activity more than PC3 for the invasion of the Matrigel. When the amount of secreted cathepsin L+B activity is increased by PMA treatment, however, PC3 becomes dependent on cathepsin L+B for invasion. Our study demonstrates that modulation of the amount of secreted cathepsin L+B activity influences the invasive phenotype of PC3 and DU145.
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Jackson T, Treleaven D, Arlen D, D'Sa A, Lambert K, Birch DW. Management of asymptomatic cholelithiasis for patients awaiting renal transplantation. Surg Endosc 2005; 19:510-3. [PMID: 15959715 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-004-8817-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2004] [Accepted: 10/26/2004] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND There is no consensus regarding the most appropriate management of asymptomatic cholelithiasis in patients awaiting renal transplantation. Cholecystectomy is considered before renal transplantation because of potential worsened complications from cholelithiasis with posttransplantation immunosuppression. This study reviewed the outcomes for operative and nonoperative management of asymptomatic cholelithiasis in patients awaiting renal transplantation. METHODS A retrospective chart review of all patients who received renal transplant at the authors' institution during the period 1994 to 2000 was completed. All patients underwent pretransplantation abdominal ultrasound. RESULTS Of the 411 patients receiving renal transplants (242 men and 169 women with a mean age of 45.7 years), 32 had cholelithiasis at the pretransplantation workup (7.8%), and 35 had gallbladder abnormalities (8.5%): polyps, thickened wall, sludge, bile duct dilation. Before transplantation, 12 of the 32 patients (38%) with cholelithiasis underwent uncomplicated cholecystectomy. None of the remaining 19 patients with cholelithiasis required cholecystectomy after renal transplantation (mean follow-up period 6.2 years). Of the 35 patients with gallbladder abnormalities, 2 required post transplantation elective cholecystectomy. CONCLUSIONS No evidence was found for increased morbidity related to cholelithiasis or gallbladder abnormalities after renal transplantation. As in the general population, the risks associated with asymptomatic cholelithiasis do not appear to warrant prophylactic cholecystectomy for patients awaiting renal transplantation.
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Papazian V, Jackson T, Pham T, Liu X, Greguric I, Loc'h C, Rowe C, Villemagne V, Masters CL, Katsifis A. The preparation of123/125I-clioquinol for the study of Aβ protein in Alzheimer's disease. J Labelled Comp Radiopharm 2005. [DOI: 10.1002/jlcr.942] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Hinds PS, Gattuso JS, Fletcher A, Baker E, Coleman B, Jackson T, Jacobs-Levine A, June D, Rai SN, Lensing S, Pui CH. Quality of life as conveyed by pediatric patients with cancer. Qual Life Res 2004; 13:761-72. [PMID: 15129886 DOI: 10.1023/b:qure.0000021697.43165.87] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Quality-of-life instruments have provided important advances in measuring the quality of life of pediatric patients receiving treatment for cancer. However, the bases of these instruments have not included first-hand reports from the patients; thus, these instruments may be conceptually incomplete. We directly solicited from pediatric patients their perspectives regarding their quality of life during treatment for cancer. We conducted two pilot studies: 23 patients (aged 8-15 years) participated in the first, a cross-sectional study; and 13 patients (aged 10-18 years) participated in the second, a 2-year longitudinal study. Data were analyzed by using a semantic-content method, and the following six domains were recognized in data from both of the studies: symptoms, usual activities, social/family interactions, health status, mood, and the meaning of being ill. These domains were compared with those of seven established pediatric oncology quality-of-life instruments, none of which included all six of these domains; the domain most frequently missing was the meaning of being ill domain. Here we present a new definition of the quality of life of pediatric oncology patients that is based on six domains; this definition may ensure the completeness and sensitivity of these important instruments.
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