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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Extra-Pleural Dermal Solitary Fibrous Tumor On The Posterior Shoulder: A Case Report., Sean J. Wallace Md, Robert Teixeira Md, Nathan F. Miller, Hina A. Sheikh, Genevieve Guzman, Rohit Sharma Md
Extra-Pleural Dermal Solitary Fibrous Tumor On The Posterior Shoulder: A Case Report., Sean J. Wallace Md, Robert Teixeira Md, Nathan F. Miller, Hina A. Sheikh, Genevieve Guzman, Rohit Sharma Md
Hina A. Sheikh, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Outcomes Of Pulmonary Embolism In A Tertiary Setting., Nicole Stansbury, James K. Wu Md
Outcomes Of Pulmonary Embolism In A Tertiary Setting., Nicole Stansbury, James K. Wu Md
James K. Wu, M.D.
No abstract provided.
A Retrospective Analysis Of The Outcomes Of Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Ecpr)., Rachel Wills, Kennedy Gallagher, James A. Burke Md, Tim S. Misselbeck Md, James K. Wu Md
A Retrospective Analysis Of The Outcomes Of Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Ecpr)., Rachel Wills, Kennedy Gallagher, James A. Burke Md, Tim S. Misselbeck Md, James K. Wu Md
James K. Wu, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Creatinine Trends In Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Patients., Sydney Pickering, Taryn Samet Md, Raymond L. Singer Md, Mmm, James K. Wu Md
Creatinine Trends In Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Patients., Sydney Pickering, Taryn Samet Md, Raymond L. Singer Md, Mmm, James K. Wu Md
James K. Wu, M.D.
No abstract provided.
10-Year Outcome Of The Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (Tevar) Procedure, James K. Wu Md, Tim S. Misselbeck Md, Jacob Fink, Youssef Zaki
10-Year Outcome Of The Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair (Tevar) Procedure, James K. Wu Md, Tim S. Misselbeck Md, Jacob Fink, Youssef Zaki
James K. Wu, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Use Of Geocoding And Us Census Data To Assess Determinants Of Outcome In Trauma Patients, Krista M. Goodman Md, John J. Hong Md, Sherrine Eid Mph, Leslie Baga Bsn, Ccrc, Michael M. Badellino Md, Mph, Facs, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs
Use Of Geocoding And Us Census Data To Assess Determinants Of Outcome In Trauma Patients, Krista M. Goodman Md, John J. Hong Md, Sherrine Eid Mph, Leslie Baga Bsn, Ccrc, Michael M. Badellino Md, Mph, Facs, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs
John J. Hong, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Experience Of Resident Assistant Does Not Influence Incidence Of Common Bile Duct Injuries During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Ryan A. Lawless Md, Dale A. Dangleben Md, Charles Scagliotti Md, Judith A. Olenwine Ms, C-Tagme, John J. Hong Md, Michael M. Badellino Md
Experience Of Resident Assistant Does Not Influence Incidence Of Common Bile Duct Injuries During Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Ryan A. Lawless Md, Dale A. Dangleben Md, Charles Scagliotti Md, Judith A. Olenwine Ms, C-Tagme, John J. Hong Md, Michael M. Badellino Md
John J. Hong, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Effect Of Preinjury Use Of Antiplatelet Agents In Patients With Isolated Traumatic Brain Injury, Danielle Cheeseman Md, David Milia Md, David Kashmer Md, Farheen Hussain Ms, John J. Hong Md, Robert D. Barraco Md
Effect Of Preinjury Use Of Antiplatelet Agents In Patients With Isolated Traumatic Brain Injury, Danielle Cheeseman Md, David Milia Md, David Kashmer Md, Farheen Hussain Ms, John J. Hong Md, Robert D. Barraco Md
John J. Hong, M.D.
No abstract provided.
Mobile Health Interventions For Adult Obesity In The United States: Analysis Of Effectiveness And Efficacy, David P. Paul Iii, Keerthi Gochipathala, Alberto Coustasse, Bezawit Wodajo, Niharika Bhardwaj
Mobile Health Interventions For Adult Obesity In The United States: Analysis Of Effectiveness And Efficacy, David P. Paul Iii, Keerthi Gochipathala, Alberto Coustasse, Bezawit Wodajo, Niharika Bhardwaj
Alberto Coustasse, DrPH, MD, MBA, MPH
The Unites States continues to struggle with the negative health effects associated with increasing population obesity, a problem which has been historically difficult, if not impossible, to solve. Mobile health applications represent a potential partial solution to this problem. We examine the existing literature on the effects of mobile health applications on body weight, waist circumference, BMI, and lifestyle, examining both physical findings as well as adherence, satisfaction and cost effectiveness. The use of mobile for weight reduction looks promising, but evidence is mixed, which is not surprising given the rapidly evolving nature of the mobile application field.
Developing Hyperpolarized Silicon Particles For In Vivo Mri Targeting Of Ovarian Cancer, Nicholas Whiting, Jingzhe Hu, Niki M. Zacharias, Ganesh L. R. Lokesh, David E. Volk, David G. Menter, Rajesha Rupaimoole, Rebecca Previs, Anil K. Sood, Pratip Bhattacharya
Developing Hyperpolarized Silicon Particles For In Vivo Mri Targeting Of Ovarian Cancer, Nicholas Whiting, Jingzhe Hu, Niki M. Zacharias, Ganesh L. R. Lokesh, David E. Volk, David G. Menter, Rajesha Rupaimoole, Rebecca Previs, Anil K. Sood, Pratip Bhattacharya
Nicholas Whiting
Oncology Edge Task Force On Prostate Cancer Outcomes: A Systematic Review Of Outcome Measures For Functional Mobility, Claire Davies, Genevieve Colon, Hannah Geyer, Lucinda Pfalzer, Mary Insana Fisher
Oncology Edge Task Force On Prostate Cancer Outcomes: A Systematic Review Of Outcome Measures For Functional Mobility, Claire Davies, Genevieve Colon, Hannah Geyer, Lucinda Pfalzer, Mary Insana Fisher
Mary Insana Fisher
Background: The medical treatment of prostate cancer results in multiple impairments in body structure and declines functional abilities, resulting in activity limitations and participation restrictions. Measurement of functional mobility is an essential outcome measure in survivorship care. Purpose: The purpose of this systematic review is to make recommendations of the best measurement tools to assess functional mobility in men treated for prostate cancer based on psychometric properties and clinical utility. Methods: Multiple electronic databases were searched from February to March 2014. Studies of tools used to assess functional mobility were included if they met the following criteria: reported psychometric properties, …
Results From Application Of An Absorbable Synthetic Membrane To Superficial And Deep Second Degree Wounds, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md, Patrick Pagella Rn, Cnp, Deborah Boorse Rn, Cnp, Hamed Amani Md
Results From Application Of An Absorbable Synthetic Membrane To Superficial And Deep Second Degree Wounds, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md, Patrick Pagella Rn, Cnp, Deborah Boorse Rn, Cnp, Hamed Amani Md
Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD
No abstract provided.
How To Heal The Small Non-Healing Problem Burn, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md
How To Heal The Small Non-Healing Problem Burn, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md
Sigrid A Blome-Eberwein MD
No abstract provided.
The Position Of The Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma On The Future Of Trauma Surgery., Michael F Rotondo, Thomas J Esposito, Patrick M Reilly, Philip S Barie, J Wayne Meredith, Virginia A Eddy, Reuven Rabinovici, Lenworth M Jacobs, Paul R G Cunningham, Eric R Frykberg, Michael Rhodes, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Blaine L Enderson, John J Locurto, Nabil A Atweh, Rao R Ivatury
The Position Of The Eastern Association For The Surgery Of Trauma On The Future Of Trauma Surgery., Michael F Rotondo, Thomas J Esposito, Patrick M Reilly, Philip S Barie, J Wayne Meredith, Virginia A Eddy, Reuven Rabinovici, Lenworth M Jacobs, Paul R G Cunningham, Eric R Frykberg, Michael Rhodes, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Blaine L Enderson, John J Locurto, Nabil A Atweh, Rao R Ivatury
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
Utility Of Chest Radiographs After Guidewire Exchanges Of Central Venous Catheters., P Frassinelli, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, M D Cipolle, M Rhodes
Utility Of Chest Radiographs After Guidewire Exchanges Of Central Venous Catheters., P Frassinelli, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, M D Cipolle, M Rhodes
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
OBJECTIVE: To determine whether chest radiographs are warranted after uncomplicated guidewire exchanges of central venous catheters in patients admitted to a Level I trauma intensive care unit.
DESIGN: Prospective study performed in two phases.
SETTING: Intensive care unit in a Level I trauma center.
PATIENTS: Patients admitted to a Level I trauma center intensive care unit who required central venous catheter guidewire exchanges.
INTERVENTIONS: Criteria for uncomplicated guidewire exchanges were established and followed. A catheter exchange checklist was completed at each procedure, and a chest radiograph was performed after each guidewire exchange. The complications followed were catheter malposition, pneumothorax, hemothorax, …
Outcome After Decompressive Craniectomy For The Treatment Of Severe Traumatic Brain Injury., Jerry Lee Howard, Mark D Cipolle, Meredith Anderson, Victoria Sabella, Daniele Shollenberger, P Mark Li, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Outcome After Decompressive Craniectomy For The Treatment Of Severe Traumatic Brain Injury., Jerry Lee Howard, Mark D Cipolle, Meredith Anderson, Victoria Sabella, Daniele Shollenberger, P Mark Li, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
BACKGROUND: Using decompressive craniectomy as part of the treatment regimen for severe traumatic brain injury (STBI) has become more common at our Level I trauma center. This study was designed to examine this practice with particular attention to long-term functional outcome.
METHODS: A retrospective review of prospectively collected data was performed for patients with STBI admitted from January 1, 2003 to December 31, 2005. Our institution manages patients using the Brain Trauma Foundation Guidelines. Data collected from patients undergoing decompressive craniectomy included: age, Injury Severity Score, admission and follow-up Glasgow Coma Score, timing of, and indication for decompressive craniectomy, and …
Use Of Greenfield Filters In Renal Transplant Patients--Are They Safe?, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, J H Abrams, J S Najarian, F B Cerra
Use Of Greenfield Filters In Renal Transplant Patients--Are They Safe?, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, J H Abrams, J S Najarian, F B Cerra
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
Massive Hematochezia Secondary To Graft-Versus-Host Disease And Cytomegalovirus., M Shabahang, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, P Bitterman, E Cirenza, T Spitzer, S R Evans
Massive Hematochezia Secondary To Graft-Versus-Host Disease And Cytomegalovirus., M Shabahang, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, P Bitterman, E Cirenza, T Spitzer, S R Evans
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
Multicenter Study Of Noninvasive Monitoring Systems As Alternatives To Invasive Monitoring Of Acutely Ill Emergency Patients., W C Shoemaker, H Belzberg, C C Wo, D P Milzman, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, L Baga, M A Fuss, G J Fulda, K Yarbrough, J P Van Dewater, P J Ferraro, D Thangathurai, P Roffey, G Velmahos, J A Murray, J A Asensio, K Eltawil, W R Dougherty, M J Sullivan, R S Patil, J Adibi, C B James, D Demetriades
Multicenter Study Of Noninvasive Monitoring Systems As Alternatives To Invasive Monitoring Of Acutely Ill Emergency Patients., W C Shoemaker, H Belzberg, C C Wo, D P Milzman, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, L Baga, M A Fuss, G J Fulda, K Yarbrough, J P Van Dewater, P J Ferraro, D Thangathurai, P Roffey, G Velmahos, J A Murray, J A Asensio, K Eltawil, W R Dougherty, M J Sullivan, R S Patil, J Adibi, C B James, D Demetriades
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
BACKGROUND: Recent reports showed lack of effectiveness of pulmonary artery catheterization in critically ill medical patients and relatively late-stage surgical patients with organ failure. Since invasive monitoring requires critical care environments, the early hemodynamic patterns may have been missed. Ideally, early noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring systems, if reliable, could be used as the "front end" of invasive monitoring to supply more complete descriptions of circulatory pathophysiology.
OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the accuracy and reliability of noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring consisting of a new bioimpedance method for estimating cardiac output combined with arterial BP, pulse oximetry, and transcutaneous PO2 and PCO2; we compared this …
Making The Case For A Paradigm Shift In Trauma Surgery., Thomas J Esposito, Michael Rotondo, Philip S Barie, Patrick Reilly, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Making The Case For A Paradigm Shift In Trauma Surgery., Thomas J Esposito, Michael Rotondo, Philip S Barie, Patrick Reilly, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
Elective Colostomy Closure In An Aids Patient., Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, J M Kenkel, R W Holt
Elective Colostomy Closure In An Aids Patient., Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, J M Kenkel, R W Holt
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
This article describes a 27-year-old patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) who underwent emergency sigmoid colostomy, Hartmann's pouch, and presacral drainage for rectal perforation. Three months later, he underwent uneventful elective colostomy closure, a procedure previously unreported in an AIDS patient. He remained without gastrointestinal symptoms for 14 months after colostomy closure until he died from central nervous system toxoplasmosis. A diagnosis of AIDS alone should not preclude colostomy closure in AIDS patients.
Multicenter, Randomized, Prospective Trial Of Early Tracheostomy., H J Sugerman, L Wolfe, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, F B Rogers, K F O'Malley, M Knudson, L Dinardo, M Gordon, S Schaffer
Multicenter, Randomized, Prospective Trial Of Early Tracheostomy., H J Sugerman, L Wolfe, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, F B Rogers, K F O'Malley, M Knudson, L Dinardo, M Gordon, S Schaffer
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
OBJECTIVES: Determine the effect of early (days 3-5) or late (days 10-14) tracheostomy on intensive care unit length of stay (ICU LOS), frequency of pneumonia, and mortality, and evidence of short-term or long-term pharyngeal, laryngeal, or tracheal injury in head trauma, non-head trauma, and critically ill nontrauma patients.
STUDY DESIGN: Randomized, prospective.
SETTING: Five Level I trauma centers.
METHODS: Data were obtained prospectively and included Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation III score (AIII), Glasgow Coma Scale score, Emergency Room Trauma Score, Injury Severity Score, Acute Injury Score, type of endotracheal tube or tracheostomy, level of positive end-expiratory pressure, and …
Impact Of Cirrhosis On Outcomes In Trauma., Dale A Dangleben, Omid Jazaeri, Thomas Wasser, Mark Cipolle, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Impact Of Cirrhosis On Outcomes In Trauma., Dale A Dangleben, Omid Jazaeri, Thomas Wasser, Mark Cipolle, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
BACKGROUND: Cirrhosis as an independent predictor of poor outcomes in trauma patients was identified in 1990. We hypothesized that the degree of preinjury hepatic dysfunction is, by itself, an independent predictor of mortality.
STUDY DESIGN: The trauma registry at our Level I trauma center was queried for all ICD-9 codes for liver disease from 1999 to 2003, and patients were categorized as having Child-Turcotte-Pugh (CTP) class A, B, or C cirrhosis. Data analyzed included age, mechanism of injury, Abbreviated Injury Score (AIS), Injury Severity Score (ISS), Glasgow Coma Score (GCS), hospital length of stay, ventilator days, procedures performed, transfusion of …
Defining "Dead On Arrival": Impact On A Level I Trauma Center., Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, M Rhodes, M D Cipolle, T Hanley, T Wasser
Defining "Dead On Arrival": Impact On A Level I Trauma Center., Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, M Rhodes, M D Cipolle, T Hanley, T Wasser
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
OBJECTIVE: To determine the potential impact of defining criteria for "dead on arrival" (DOA) on a Level I trauma center.
METHODS: From 1990 to 1994, trauma patients having cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) performed by certified prehospital personnel were reviewed for time of CPR, outcome, and costs to determine whether any benefit would have been realized had DOA criteria been followed.
RESULTS: A total of 106 patients had prehospital CPR; 20 did not meet DOA criteria and underwent resuscitation, three survived (15%). Eighty-six patients met DOA criteria; 16 were pronounced dead without further resuscitative efforts (in-hospital costs of $200/patient), while 70 (81%) …
Bilateral Renal Artery Thrombosis Secondary To Blunt Trauma: Case Report And Review Of The Literature., P Frassinelli, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, C Reckard, J Goodreau, G Sherwin
Bilateral Renal Artery Thrombosis Secondary To Blunt Trauma: Case Report And Review Of The Literature., P Frassinelli, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, C Reckard, J Goodreau, G Sherwin
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
Rural Disparities In Cancer Care: A Review Of Its Implications And Possible Interventions, Raj Singh, Lynne J. Goebel Md
Rural Disparities In Cancer Care: A Review Of Its Implications And Possible Interventions, Raj Singh, Lynne J. Goebel Md
Lynne J. Goebel
Cancer care has greatly improved in the last few decades, as evidenced by a 22% decline in the overall cancer-related death rate in the United States since 1991. However, the question presents itself whether rural residents, for whom the latest advancements are not as accessible, are also realizing these benefits as much as their urban counterparts. The aim of this study is to provide are view of the literature regarding the disparities in cancer care facing rural Appalachia and specifically West Virginia (WV) as well as possible solutions towards bridging this gap. We find that WV has a higher cancer …
Science And Pre-Health Networking Event: Invited Lecturer, Raymond L. Singer Md
Science And Pre-Health Networking Event: Invited Lecturer, Raymond L. Singer Md
Raymond L Singer MD
No abstract provided.
Value-Based Medicine: The Financial Impact Of A Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program On A Trauma Population, Jayme D. Lieberman Md, Patrick S. Duffy Md, Kai L. Bortz Rn, Rovinder S. Sandhu Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Michael M. Badellino Md
Value-Based Medicine: The Financial Impact Of A Pressure Ulcer Prevention Program On A Trauma Population, Jayme D. Lieberman Md, Patrick S. Duffy Md, Kai L. Bortz Rn, Rovinder S. Sandhu Md, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, Michael M. Badellino Md
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
No abstract provided.
The Role Of Surveillance Duplex Scanning In Preventing Venous Thromboembolism In Trauma Patients., Mark D. Cipolle, Randolph Wojcik Md, Elizabeth Seislove, Thomas E. Wasser, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
The Role Of Surveillance Duplex Scanning In Preventing Venous Thromboembolism In Trauma Patients., Mark D. Cipolle, Randolph Wojcik Md, Elizabeth Seislove, Thomas E. Wasser, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
BACKGROUND: This study was performed to determine the role of duplex scanning in preventing pulmonary embolism (PE), the correlation of venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk score with the incidence of deep venous thrombosis (DVT), and patients who may benefit from surveillance duplex scanning.
METHODS: Age, sex, Injury Severity Score (ISS), VTE score, length of stay, diagnoses, and bleeding risk were recorded from the trauma registry in patients who had a duplex scan from 1995 to 2000.
RESULTS: There were 1,513 duplex scans obtained (10,141 trauma admissions), 253 (2.5%) cases of DVT (52% above-knee, 8% upper extremity), and 30 cases of PE …
Outcome Of Blunt Thoracic Aortic Injury In A Level I Trauma Center: An 8-Year Review., E J Frick, M D Cipolle, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, T E Wasser, M Rhodes, Raymond L. Singer Md, S A Nastasee
Outcome Of Blunt Thoracic Aortic Injury In A Level I Trauma Center: An 8-Year Review., E J Frick, M D Cipolle, Michael D. Pasquale Md, Facs, Fccm, T E Wasser, M Rhodes, Raymond L. Singer Md, S A Nastasee
Michael D Pasquale MD, FACS, FCCM
BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to evaluate our experience with blunt thoracic aortic injury and identify factors predictive of outcome.
METHODS: Hospital charts, trauma registry data, and autopsies of 64 patients with blunt thoracic aortic injury from 1988 to 1995 were reviewed.
RESULTS: Patients were identified and segregated based on admission physiology. Group 1 patients (n = 19) arrived in arrest. Group 2 patients (n = 10) arrived in shock with systolic BP 90. Group 3 patients (n = 35) arrived with systolic BP>90. All patients in groups 1 and 2 expired. Injury Severity Scores for nonsurvivors …