Pregnancy-Associated Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection: Anesthetic ConsiderationsAbstract Spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD) accounts for one-third of all peripartum myocardial infarction. Peripartum SCAD is associated with increased severity. We surmise that altered maternal cardiac physiology increases susceptibility to SCAD and warrants consideration when managing cardiac i [...] 46 361 |
Review of Heterotopic Heart Transplantation Models in Ratsby
Koji Kawago
,
John A Farag
,
Yujiro Kawai
,
Umayr Syed
,
Eric Pfrender
,
Satoshi Miyairi
and
Yasuhiro Shudo
Abstract Heterotopic heart transplantation (HHT) in rats is a valuable tool for cardiac transplantation research. While abdominal HHT has been established in rats for nearly 90 years, novel approaches involving cervical and femoral techniques have also been explored. The abdominal HHT model, despite its long [...] 56 406 |
Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation: Current Status and Future Directionsby
Ajay Kumar
and
Juveriya Israr
Abstract Allogeneic stem cell transplantation (allo-SCT) improves the treatment of hematopoietic cancer and non-malignant disease. In this case, stem cells from a genetically similar but not identical donor may stimulate immune-mediated tumor cell destruction. Allogeneic stem cell transplantation, or allo-SC [...] 47 430 |
Design and Simulation of Computational Models of Hybrid Scaffolds Representative of Subchondral Bone and Hyaline CartilageAbstract Tissue engineering offers alternatives when it comes to health problems such as trauma or pathologies. One of them is the scaffolds, which provide a favorable architecture, mechanics, and biocompatibility for the fixation of cells. Therefore, the following research aims to design and simulate scaffo [...] 63 516 |
The Role of Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Lung Transplantation for Cystic FibrosisAbstract Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder that significantly impacts respiratory function, leading to progressive lung damage and ultimately respiratory failure. Lung transplantation (LTx) is a critical intervention for CF patients with end-stage lung disease, offering improved survival and quality [...] 89 523 |
Management of Atrial Fibrillation after Kidney Transplant: Do We Need a New Metric?by
Maria V. Fonseca Bauza
,
Aimee H. Dubin
,
Chris B. Agala
,
Alexander H. Toledo
,
Kristen R. Szempruch
,
David A. Gerber
and
Pablo Serrano Rodriguez
Abstract To evaluate the bleeding risk associated with anticoagulation (AC) in kidney transplant patients with post-operative atrial fibrillation (AF). We conducted a retrospective analysis of all adult kidney transplant recipients performed from October 2012 to February 2019 at our institution, the Universi [...] 70 484 |
Integrating Telemonitoring in COPD Exacerbations Care: A Multinational Study Using the Alsayed System for Applied Medical-Care Improvement (ASAMI) Databaseby
Ahmad R. Alsayed
and
Yazan Alsayed
Abstract This study was designed to investigate the ability of telemonitoring involving a secure electronic database called “Alsayed System for Applied Medical-Care Improvement” (ASAMI) to detect at least 95% of acute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD). This prospective observati [...] 89 542 |
Introduction to COVID-19 Vaccines and Kidney Transplant Recipientby
Juveriya Israr
and
Ajay Kumar
Abstract COVID-19 has presented considerable health hazards, particularly for immunocompromised persons, such as kidney transplant recipients. This population experiences increased susceptibility due to the immunosuppressive treatments necessary to avert organ rejection, potentially resulting in a diminished [...] 81 626 |
Maribavir for Management of Cytomegalovirus in Lung Transplant Recipients: A Case Series and Literature ReviewAbstract Lung transplant recipients represent a high-risk group for cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and disease, even among solid organ transplant (SOT) recipients, due to multiple factors. Additionally, CMV has significant consequences in this group including pneumonitis, acute rejection, and chronic lung a [...] 98 852 |
Acute Liver Failure Due to Assumed Drug Induced Liver Injury but Lack of Any Validated Causality Algorithm: Evidence by 36 Cohort Reports with 21,709 Casesby
Rolf Teschke
and
Axel Eickhoff
Abstract Liver transplantation (LT) can be the only option for patients with acute liver failure (ALF) where medical approaches are ineffective. Causes of ALF are multiple and commonly easily detectable, but uncertainty remained on the role of drug-induced liver injury (DILI) within the published ALF cohorts [...] 135 858 |