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Retrograde Washout of a Pre-Pump HVAD Thrombosis. J Heart Lung Transplant 2023. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2023.02.1058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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High-Frequency Pacing of Atrial Trabeculae from Sinus Rhythm Patients Induces Atrial Fibrillation-Like Alterations in Gene Expression. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2023. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1761801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/22/2023]
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AB0295 HIGHER PREVALENCE OF DEPRESSION WITH LINK TO CHILDHOOD TRAUMA IN AN EARLY ARTHRITIS COHORT – A SELECTIVE DATA ANALYSIS (PSYRA-STUDY). Ann Rheum Dis 2022. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2022-eular.3415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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BackgroundIn patients with arthritis, psychological co-morbidities are very common. Previous studies have found a relatively high prevalence of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), especially in long-term disease. Recent research has begun to study psychiatric co-morbidities not just as an outcome, but also as a probable risk factor, evaluating patients in the early disease stages. [1] Furthermore, some sources suggest that childhood adversities could impact the autoimmune process in adulthood. [2]ObjectivesTo compare the prevalence of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and childhood trauma in a prospective early arthritis cohort to a healthy age- and gender-matched control group. Moreover, to explore whether these factors may contribute to the early arthritis development.MethodsThis selective data analysis of prospective single-centre, observational study included 60 patients with an early arthritis and 60 healthy controls. The control group was defined as no inflammatory joint pain and further subdivided into 2 subgroups, differentiating 24 patients with arthralgia and 36 with no arthralgia and not from the outpatient consultation. Early arthritis was defined as the presence of at least one inflammatory joint from 4 weeks to 12 months, independent of rheumatic diagnosis. For the assessment of current and prior psychological co-morbidities, included patients underwent semi-structured interview and received the standardized questionnaires for depression/anxiety (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS)), childhood trauma (Childhood Trauma Questionnaire (CTQ)) and PTSD (Posttraumatic Diagnostic Scale (PDS)) respectively. Differences among the groups were analyzed with Chi Square and Mann-Whitney U tests. A backwards binominal logistic regression model in reference to the healthy patients was performed to identify the significant factors for the early arthritis group.ResultsThe mean age of the total group was 47.4 ± 16.0 (♀ 58.3%, mean symptom duration 4.5±3.3 months). Depression rate of 41.7% according to interview was significantly higher in early arthritis group compared to 16.7% in healthy patients (p=0.03). Regarding arthralgia subgroup, depression was also high with 34%. HADS-D score was also significantly higher in early arthritis (5.4±4.8) to healthy cohort (3.6±3.3) (p=0.047). Compared to 3.3% in healthy patients, PTSD rate of 13.3% was also significantly higher in the arthritis group (p=0.048). We could not detect a significant difference between these two groups using the U test while evaluating CTQ dimensions. We performed a subsequent subgroup analysis and found that childhood trauma dimensions were relevant in arthralgia group, as 25% presented with high emotional abuse score. The logistic regression model showed that emotional neglect, sexual abuses in childhood as well as HADS-D were significant covariates for early arthritis. (p=0,048 OR=1.2; p=0.040 OR=1.4, p=0.025 OR=1.2 respectively).ConclusionAs the rates of depression and PTSD, as well as HADS-D score were significantly higher in the early arthritis cohort compared to healthy individuals, our findings suggest a potential link between psychiatric outcomes and inflammation. According to our regression model certain childhood adversities and depression are significant factors for an early arthritis group. Arthralgia group had similar aberrant scores regarding childhood trauma, implying that early-life stress might be an important factor in understanding this condition.References[1]Vallerand IA et al. Depression as a risk factor for the development of rheumatoid arthritis: a population-based cohort study. RMD Open.2018; 4(2)[2]Dube SR et al. Cumulative childhood stress and autoimmune diseases in adults. Psychosom Med. 2009; 71(2):p.243-50.Disclosure of InterestsNone declared
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ErbB2-CAR mediated immunotherapy for the treatment of high-risk
rhabdomyosarcoma. KLINISCHE PADIATRIE 2022. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1748747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Prophylactic Implantation of Intra-aortic Balloon Counterpulsation in High-Risk Cardiac Surgery Patients: A Single-Center Experience. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2022. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1742823] [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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Delayed Therapy with Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nintedanib Diminished Chronic Rejection in a Murine Lung Transplant Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Functional Effects and Heterogeneity of T-System Remodeling in Human Failing Hearts. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Evaluation of Nuclear Receptor Stimulation as a New Option for Cardiac Transplant Vasculopathy Prevention. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Junctional Rhythm Disturbances after Rotational Z-Flap versus Patch Repair of Sinus Venosus Atrial Defects. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Glucocorticoids Increase Contractile Force in Human Failing Myocardium In Vitro. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Proximal interphalangeal joint arthrodesis in the horse. PFERDEHEILKUNDE 2021. [DOI: 10.21836/pem20210106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Endomyocardial Biopsy beyond 2 Years after Cardiac Transplantation: Clinical Implications and Cost Analysis. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1725610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The Canonical Wnt Pathway in the Pathogenesis of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy. J Heart Lung Transplant 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2020.01.1325] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nintedanib as Treatment Option in Bronchiolitis Obliterans after Airway Transplantation. J Heart Lung Transplant 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2019.01.331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
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Deletion of M33 Chemokine Receptor Leads to Decreased Levels of Chronic Rejection in a Murine Tracheal Transplant Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1678896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Receptor Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nintedanib as Treatment Option in Bronchiolitis Obliterans after Lung Transplantation. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1678898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Patient-Tailored Silicone Plug for HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Device Explantation. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1678864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Inhibition of the wnt Pathway as an Option for Preventing Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1678900] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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The taphonomic fate of isorenieratene in Lower Jurassic shales-controlled by iron? GEOBIOLOGY 2018; 16:237-251. [PMID: 29569335 DOI: 10.1111/gbi.12284] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2017] [Accepted: 02/12/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Fossil derivatives of isorenieratene, an accessory pigment in brown-colored green sulfur bacteria, are often used as tracers for photic zone anoxia through Earth's history, but their diagenetic behavior is still incompletely understood. Here, we assess the preservation of isorenieratene derivatives in organic-rich shales (1.5-8.4 wt.% TOC) from two Lower Jurassic anoxic systems (Bächental oil shale, Tyrol, Austria; Posidonia Shale, Baden-Württemberg, Germany). Bitumens and kerogens were investigated using catalytic hydropyrolysis (HyPy), closed-system hydrous pyrolysis (in gold capsules), gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and gas chromatography combustion isotope ratio-mass spectrometry (GC-C-IRMS). Petrography and biomarkers indicate a syngenetic relationship between bitumens and kerogens. All bitumens contain abundant isorenieratane, diverse complex aromatized isorenieratene derivatives, and a pseudohomologous series of 2,3,6-trimethyl aryl isoprenoids. In contrast, HyPy and mild closed-system hydrous pyrolysis of the kerogens yielded only minor amounts of these compounds. Given the overall low maturity of the organic matter (below oil window), it appears that isorenieratene and its abundant derivatives from the bitumen had not been incorporated into the kerogens. Accordingly, sulfur cross-linking, the key mechanism for sequestration of functionalized lipids into kerogens in anoxic systems, was not effective in the Jurassic environments studied. We explain this by (i) early cyclization/aromatization and (ii) hydrogenation reactions that have prevented effective sulfurization. In addition, (iii) sulfide was locally removed via anoxygenic photosynthesis and efficiently trapped by the reaction with sedimentary iron, as further indicated by elevated iron contents (4.0-8.7 wt.%) and the presence of abundant pyrite aggregates in the rock matrix. Although the combined processes have hampered the kerogen incorporation of isorenieratene and its derivatives, they may have promoted the long-term preservation of these biomarkers in the bitumen fraction via early defunctionalization. This particular taphonomy of aromatic carotenoids has to be considered in studies of anoxic iron-rich environments (e.g., the Proterozoic ocean).
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Knockout of the M33 Receptor Gene in Murine Cytomegalovirus is Associated With Decreased Levels of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplant Model. J Heart Lung Transplant 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2018.01.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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Cytomegalovirus Donor Seropositivity Negatively Affects Mid- and Long-term Survival After Heart Transplantation. J Heart Lung Transplant 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2018.01.429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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PDGF Receptor Blockade is Associated With Decreased Development of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplant Model. J Heart Lung Transplant 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2018.01.302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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PDGF Receptor Blockade Is Associated with Decreased Development of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplant Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1628069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Etiology and Timing of Hospital Readmissions following Magnetically Levitated LVAD Implantation. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1628087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Knockout of the M33 Chemokine Receptor Gene in Murine Cytomegalovirus is Associated with Decreased Levels of Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplant Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1628071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Human Mesenchymal Stromal Cells (MSCs) from Adult Thymus Propagated in Pooled Human Platelet Lysate as Potential Cell Source for Sternal Wound Healing. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1628009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Single Center Experience with "Lysis First" as Treatment Strategy of Device Thrombosis in the HeartWare HVAD. J Heart Lung Transplant 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2017.01.450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nintedanib Reduces Development of Transplant Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplantation Model. J Heart Lung Transplant 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2017.01.1047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Influence of maternal thyroid hormones during gestation on fetal brain development. Neuroscience 2017; 342:68-100. [PMID: 26434624 PMCID: PMC4819012 DOI: 10.1016/j.neuroscience.2015.09.070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 221] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2015] [Revised: 09/22/2015] [Accepted: 09/25/2015] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Thyroid hormones (THs) play an obligatory role in many fundamental processes underlying brain development and maturation. The developing embryo/fetus is dependent on maternal supply of TH. The fetal thyroid gland does not commence TH synthesis until mid gestation, and the adverse consequences of severe maternal TH deficiency on offspring neurodevelopment are well established. Recent evidence suggests that even more moderate forms of maternal thyroid dysfunction, particularly during early gestation, may have a long-lasting influence on child cognitive development and risk of neurodevelopmental disorders. Moreover, these observed alterations appear to be largely irreversible after birth. It is, therefore, important to gain a better understanding of the role of maternal thyroid dysfunction on offspring neurodevelopment in terms of the nature, magnitude, time-specificity, and context-specificity of its effects. With respect to the issue of context specificity, it is possible that maternal stress and stress-related biological processes during pregnancy may modulate maternal thyroid function. The possibility of an interaction between the thyroid and stress systems in the context of fetal brain development has, however, not been addressed to date. We begin this review with a brief overview of TH biology during pregnancy and a summary of the literature on its effect on the developing brain. Next, we consider and discuss whether and how processes related to maternal stress and stress biology may interact with and modify the effects of maternal thyroid function on offspring brain development. We synthesize several research areas and identify important knowledge gaps that may warrant further study. The scientific and public health relevance of this review relates to achieving a better understanding of the timing, mechanisms and contexts of thyroid programing of brain development, with implications for early identification of risk, primary prevention and intervention.
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Patients on Heart Transplant List with “High-Urgency” Status Develop Major Adverse Events Due to Prolonged Waiting Time. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598770] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Assessment of Quality of Life in Terms of Spending Holidays on Patients with Destination Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Small Molecule Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nintedanib Reduces Development of Transplant Vasculopathy in a Murine Aortic Transplantation Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598893] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Single-Center Experience with “Lysis First” as Treatment Strategy of Device Thrombosis in the HeartWare HVAD. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598796] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Platelet-Derived 5-HT May Modulate Macrophage-Mediated Transplant Vasculopathy in Murine Aortic Allografts. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Microvascular Loss in Experimental Murine Tracheal Transplantation can be Prevented by Anti-Platelet Therapy and in Combination with mTOR Inhibitor. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1598896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Variable Effects of Serotonin Receptor Antagonists on the Development of Transplant Vasculopathy in Murine Aortic Allografts. J Heart Lung Transplant 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2016.01.497] [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] Open
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Variable Effects of Different Serotonin Receptor Subtype Antagonists on the Development of Transplant Vasculopathy in Murine Aortic Allografts. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1571600] [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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Isolated Surgery of Functional Tricuspid Valve Regurgitation - Preoperative Predictors of Adverse Outcome. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1571590] [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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Hospital Readmissions after Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2016. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1571494] [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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Determination of vertebral range of motion using inertial measurement units in 27 Franches-Montagnes stallions and comparison between conditions and with a mixed population. Equine Vet J 2015; 48:509-16. [DOI: 10.1111/evj.12455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2014] [Accepted: 04/19/2015] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Comparison of the SJM Trifecta™ Bioprosthetic Valve with Sorin Freedom Solo™ Regarding Thrombocytopenia, Hemolysis and Hemodynamic Performance after Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2015. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1544459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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In Vivo Monitoring of Human Platelets in a Humanised Rag2−/− γ-chain−/− Mouse Model. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2015. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1544477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Clopidogrel Significantly Lowers the Development of Atherosclerosis in ApoE-Deficient Mice in vivo. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2015. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0035-1544514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Transcriptome analysis of peripheral blood mononuclear cells in human subjects following a 36 h fast provides evidence of effects on genes regulating inflammation, apoptosis and energy metabolism. GENES AND NUTRITION 2014; 9:432. [PMID: 25260660 DOI: 10.1007/s12263-014-0432-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2014] [Accepted: 09/20/2014] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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There is growing interest in the potential health benefits of diets that involve regular periods of fasting. While animal studies have provided compelling evidence that feeding patterns such as alternate-day fasting can increase longevity and reduce incidence of many chronic diseases, the evidence from human studies is much more limited and equivocal. Additionally, although several candidate processes have been proposed to contribute to the health benefits observed in animals, the precise molecular mechanisms responsible remain to be elucidated. The study described here examined the effects of an extended fast on gene transcript profiles in peripheral blood mononuclear cells from ten apparently healthy subjects, comparing transcript profiles after an overnight fast, sampled on four occasions at weekly intervals, with those observed on a single occasion after a further 24 h of fasting. Analysis of the overnight fasted data revealed marked inter-individual differences, some of which were associated with parameters such as gender and subject body mass. For example, a striking positive association between body mass index and the expression of genes regulated by type 1 interferon was observed. Relatively subtle changes were observed following the extended fast. Nonetheless, the pattern of changes was consistent with stimulation of fatty acid oxidation, alterations in cell cycling and apoptosis and decreased expression of key pro-inflammatory genes. Stimulation of fatty acid oxidation is an expected response, most likely in all tissues, to fasting. The other processes highlighted provide indications of potential mechanisms that could contribute to the putative beneficial effects of intermittent fasting in humans.
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Is trauma in Switzerland any different? epidemiology and patterns of injury in major trauma - a 5-year review from a Swiss trauma centre. Swiss Med Wkly 2014; 144:w13958. [PMID: 24706486 DOI: 10.4414/smw.2014.13958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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UNLABELLED Switzerland, the country with the highest health expenditure per capita, is lacking data on trauma care and system planning. Recently, 12 trauma centres were designated to be reassessed through a future national trauma registry by 2015. Lausanne University Hospital launched the first Swiss trauma registry in 2008, which contains the largest database on trauma activity nationwide. METHODS Prospective analysis of data from consecutively admitted shock room patients from 1 January 2008 to 31 December 2012. Shock room admission is based on physiology and mechanism of injury, assessed by prehospital physicians. Management follows a surgeon-led multidisciplinary approach. Injuries are coded by Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) certified coders. RESULTS Over the 5 years, 1,599 trauma patients were admitted, predominantly males with a median age of 41.4 years and median injury severity score (ISS) of 13. Rate of ISS >15 was 42%. Principal mechanisms of injury were road traffic (40.4%) and falls (34.4%), with 91.5% blunt trauma. Principal patterns were brain (64.4%), chest (59.8%) and extremity/pelvic girdle (52.9%) injuries. Severe (abbreviated injury scale [AIS] score ≥ 3) orthopaedic injuries, defined as extremity and spine injuries together, accounted for 67.1%. Overall, 29.1% underwent immediate intervention, mainly by orthopaedics (27.3%), neurosurgeons (26.3 %) and visceral surgeons (13.9%); 43.8% underwent a surgical intervention within the first 24 hours and 59.1% during their hospitalisation. In-hospital mortality for patients with ISS >15 was 26.2%. CONCLUSION This is the first 5-year report on trauma in Switzerland. Trauma workload was similar to other European countries. Despite high levels of healthcare, mortality exceeds published rates by >50%. Regardless of the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, trauma remains a surgical disease and needs dedicated surgical resources.
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Isolated Transfer of Human Platelets Results in Formation of Transplant Arteriosclerosis in a RAG2-/-γ-chain-/- Mouse Aortic Xenograft Model. J Heart Lung Transplant 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2014.01.451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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