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Influence Of Out-Of-Home Advertising Value On Consumer Attitude And Purchase Intention Of Samsung Smartphones, Napat Kusolrerkdee

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research investigates the influence of out-of-home (OOH) advertising value on consumer attitudes and purchase intention towards Samsung smartphones. Data were collected via an online survey from 304 male and female respondents, aged 25 to 60 years, residing in Bangkok, who had encountered at least one of Samsung's OOH advertisements, including outdoor, transit, and in-store advertisements, in the past week. The study reveals that all five dimensions of advertising value (i.e. informativeness, credibility, entertainment, irritation, and overall advertising value) significantly influenced attitude towards the advertisement while the credibility dimension was the sole dimension of advertising value impacting attitude towards the …

Thai Millennial Consumers’ Behavior Towards Nutrition And Health Claims On Food Packaging, Ruth Maura Prabaswara Wijayanti

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This survey study examines the Thai millennial consumers' behavior towards nutrition and health claims (NHCs) on food packaging by studying the influences of consumers' perception on understanding, attitude, and purchase intention respectively. Data was collected through an online questionnaire from 272 Thai respondents, aged 28 to 43, and who had purchased food products with NHCs on the packaging. The findings reveal that among the influences between the four variables, consumer understanding has the highest degree of influence towards consumer attitude, followed by influences of consumer perception towards understanding, and consumer attitude towards purchase intention. The study concluded that consumer behavior …

Generation Z'S Consumer Attitudes, Social Media Engagement, And Purchase Intentions In The Art Toys Blind Box Market, Supanut Anuwongpukdeechat

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study explores Generation Z's consumer attitudes, social media engagement, and purchase intentions within the art toy blind box market, a niche yet rapidly growing industry driven by this demographic’s unique preferences. Using a quantitative approach, this research surveyed 205 Thai Generation Z respondents aged 18-27 to assess the relationship between their attitudes, levels of social media engagement, and purchase intentions related to art toy blind boxes. The findings reveal a strong positive correlation (r = 0.797) between social media engagement (M = 3.94) and purchase intentions (M = 4.07), highlighting the significant impact of online interactions on consumer behavior …

The Impact Of Customer Engagement On User Retention In E-Commerce Apps In Vietnam, Vu Nguyen Tran

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study examines how customer engagement impacts user retention in Vietnamese e-commerce apps, focusing on symbolic, hedonic, and utilitarian dimensions. A survey of 465 Vietnamese Millennials and Gen Z users (18–34) who used Shopee and/or Lazada in the past six months found symbolic engagement, aligning apps with users' values and identity, to be the strongest predictor of retention. Hedonic engagement showed a minor negative impact, while utilitarian engagement had no significant effect. The findings underscore the importance of symbolic engagement in offering actionable insights for branding and retention strategies in Vietnam’s e-commerce market.

Effects Of Environmental Policy On Packaging Industry, Kittipong Nupak

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This study examines the impact of Thailand's 2020 single-use plastic bag ban on the packaging industry, focusing on the comparative analysis of plastic and paper firms. Utilizing a SWOT analysis framework, the study evaluates the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats posed by the policy implementation. Data spanning from 2018 to 2022 on return on assets (ROA) for both industries is analyzed to discern trends and correlations with the policy. Findings reveal significant reductions in plastic pollution and heightened public awareness as strengths of the policy. However, challenges such as incomplete enforcement and market shifts to paper alternatives emerge as weaknesses. …

Market Entry Strategy For Black Garlic Supplements In Myanmar Through Partnership With Cmhl, Saw Yoon Yu Nan

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly increased the demand for supplements, vitamins, and minerals as people seek to boost their immune systems and overall wellness. Among these, black garlic has gained popularity for its unique flavor and perceived health benefits. This research explores the feasibility of entering the Myanmar market with black garlic supplements through a strategic partnership with City Mart Holdings Limited (CMHL), Myanmar's largest retail conglomerate.The study aims to assess market demand, regulatory requirements, and CMHL's distribution network to develop an effective market entry strategy. Key objectives include evaluating consumer interest, understanding regulatory hurdles, and leveraging CMHL's extensive distribution …

Exploring Market Dynamic And Strategies For Food Supplement Industry In Thailand: A Case Study Of Black Garlic, Nan Su Wai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The food supplement industry in Thailand has been experiencing rapid growth due to increasing health consciousness, an aging population, rising disposable incomes, and urbanization. Within this industry, black garlic has become one of the significant products in Thailand due to its enhanced nutrient profile compared to fresh garlic. The paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current market landscape, consumer preferences and trends, and to recommend strategic approaches for the development of the black garlic sector. This paper focuses on analyzing the macro and micro-environmental factors affecting the food supplement industry, specifying the black garlic market in Thailand. …

Development Of 3d Cell Culture Model For Graves’ Ophthalmopathy, Rajit Chompoowong

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Orbital tissue fibrosis and remodeling contribute to the development of exophthalmos, a hallmark symptom of Graves’ ophthalmopathy (GO). The central pathogenesis to this process are orbital fibroblasts (GOF), which express autoantigen, thyroid-stimulating hormone receptor (TSHR). However, there are limitations in preclinical models for studying the pathogenesis and drug discovery of GO, which poses challenges for developing effective treatment options. This study aimed to identify markers of GOF, explore epigenetic alteration, and develop a scaffold-free 3D cell culture model for GO. The novel results from immunohistochemical analysis showed that vimentin was uniquely expressed in GO but absent in control samples. Additionally, …

Rapid Bacterial Pathogen Identification With Nanopore Sequencing In Clinical Urinary Tract Infection Setting, Panupong Wangprapa

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect approximately two-thirds of women worldwide, posing a significant healthcare burden. Uncomplicated UTIs can escalate if not treated promptly. Inappropriate antibiotic use, driven by slow conventional diagnostics, contributes to the escalating crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). A rapid, accurate, and affordable pathogen identification with integrated AMR profiling is essential for effective treatment and responsible antibiotic stewardship.Traditional UTI diagnosis relies on urine culture and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), often requiring up to 96 hours and thus necessitating the empiric use of broad-spectrum antibiotics as a first-line of treatment. While faster options like dipsticks and Polymerase Chain Reaction …

ผลในระดับห้องปฏิบัติการของไฮโดรเจลคาร์บอกซีเมทิลเซลลูโลสและเซริซินที่บรรจุกรดแกลลิกในเซลล์ไฟโบบลาสต์และเคราติโนไซท์ของมนุษย์, ณภัทร์ แหลมคม

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

กรดแกลลิกเป็นสารกลุ่มกรดฟีนอลิก มีฤทธิ์ทางเภสัชวิทยาที่ดีแต่มีข้อจำกัดเนื่องจากจะถูกดูดซึมและถูกกำจัดออกจากร่างกายอย่างรวดเร็วหลังจากเข้าสู่กระแสเลือดรวมถึงมีความคงตัวต่ำ ปัจจุบันจึงมีการศึกษาระบบนำส่งยารูปแบบต่างๆ รวมถึงไฮโดรเจล เพื่อนำมาประยุกต์ใช้ในการนำส่งกรดแกลลิก งานวิจัยนี้มีวัตถุประสงค์เพื่อศึกษาการควบคุมการปลดปล่อยกรดแกลลิกจากไฮโดรเจลผสมระหว่างคาร์บอกซีเมทิลเซลลูโลสและเซริซิน โครงสร้างสัณฐานของไฮโดรเจลที่ถูกเตรียมจากคาร์บอกซีเมทิลเซลลูโลสและเซริซิน ที่อัตราส่วน 1:1 และ 1:2 โดยปริมาตร และเชื่อมขวางด้วยสารละลายกลูตารัลดีไฮด์ 4 เปอร์เซ็นต์โดยปริมาตร และขึ้นรูปด้วยวิธีแช่แข็ง-ละลาย โดยมีรูพรุนสม่ำเสมอและเชื่อมโยงกันเป็นโครงร่างสามมิติ จากผลค่าโมดูลัสกักเก็บ พบว่าค่าโมดูลัสกักเก็บของไฮโดรเจลมีค่าสูงขึ้นเมื่อสัดส่วนของเซริซินเพิ่มขึ้น ผลการย่อยสลายได้ทางชีวภาพพบว่าอัตราการย่อยสลายลดลงเมื่อเพิ่มสัดส่วนของเซริซิน ชี้ให้เห็นว่าสัดส่วนของเซริซินส่งผลต่อความแข็งแรง ความยืดหยุ่น และความคงรูปของไฮโดรเจล และเมื่อนำไฮโดรเจลไปดูดซับกรดแกลลิกเพื่อศึกษาการควบคุมการปลดปล่อย พบว่ากรดแกลลิกถูกดูดซับบนไฮโดรเจลในอัตราการดูดซับที่สูงกว่าร้อยละ 80 และพบว่ากรดแกลลิกถูกปลดปล่อยออกมาอย่างรวดเร็วในระยะเวลา 15 นาที ถึง 2 ชั่วโมงแรก จากนั้นจะค่อย ๆ ปลดปล่อยออกมาลดลงเรื่อย ๆ โดยมีการปลดปล่อยอยู่ในช่วงร้อยละ 65 รวมทั้งพบว่ากรดแกลลิกถูกปลดปล่อยในสภาวะที่เป็นเบส ได้มากกว่าในสภาวะที่เป็นกลางและกรด โดยกลไกการปลดปล่อยกรดแกลลิกสามารถอธิบายได้ด้วยสมการเภสัชจลนศาสตร์แบบ Kopcha ชี้ให้เห็นว่าการปลดปล่อยอาศัยการแพร่และการย่อยสลายของไฮโดรเจล และเมื่อศึกษาการบวมน้ำของไฮโดรเจลพบว่าสอดคล้องกับอัตราการปลดปล่อยของกรดแกลลิก เมื่อทดสอบความเข้ากันได้ทางชีวภาพต่อเซลล์ในระดับห้องปฏิบัติการพบว่าไฮโดรเจลคาร์บอกซีเมทิลเซลลูโลสและเซริซินที่บรรจุกรดแกลลิกไม่มีความเป็นพิษต่อเซลล์ไฟโบบลาสต์และเคราติโนไซท์ของมนุษย์ และไม่มีผลกระตุ้นกระบวนการอักเสบภายในเซลล์แมคโครฟาจของหนูเมาส์ และเมื่อนำไฮโดรเจลที่เตรียมขึ้นไปทดสอบการยับยั้งการสร้างอนุมูลอิสระในเซลล์ไฟโบบลาสต์และเคราติโนไซท์ของมนุษย์ พบว่ากรดแกลลิกที่ถูกปลดปล่อยจากไฮโดรเจลสามารถยับยั้งการสร้างอนุมูลอิสระได้ จากผลการวิจัยสามารถสรุปได้ว่า ไฮโดรเจลคาร์บอกซีเมทิลเซลลูโลสและเซริซินที่เตรียมขึ้นสามารถนำไปประยุกต์ใช้ในการดูดซับและควบคุมการปลดปล่อยกรดแกลลิกที่มีผลต่อการยับยั้งการสร้างอนุมูลอิสระในเซลล์ไฟโบบลาสต์และเคราติโนไซท์ของมนุษย์ในระดับห้องปฏิบัติการได้อย่างมีประสิทธิภาพโดยที่ไม่ทำลายฤทธิ์ทางเภสัชวิทยาของกรดแกลลิก

Development Of Janus Membrane From Electrospun Nanofiber For Membrane Distillation Processes, Michaela Olisha Lobregas

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

The Janus membrane, characterized by surfaces with opposite wettability, represents an innovative design for membrane distillation (MD). This study introduces new methods for fabricating MD membranes with tailored surfaces to address fouling and wetting challenges in saline systems. A nanofibrous Janus membrane was developed, featuring an omniphobic substrate as the non-wetting layer and a hydrophilic top coating as the wetting layer. Using the dual-spinneret system for simultaneous electrospinning and electrospraying, a composite substrate membrane, comprising a loose network of PVDF nanofibers and PVDF-fluorinated TiO2 microclusters, was produced. This membrane exhibited high resistance to liquids, including water, glycerol, diiodomethane, and saline. …

Air Flow Behavior Assessment In Particulate Filtration Efficiency (Pfe) Tester Via Computational Fluid Dynamics (Cfd), Muhammad Amer

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Particulate Filtration Efficiency (PFE) assessment is critical for evaluating filter media. There are several PFE testing protocol depending on products and issuing countries, for example ASTM-F2299 standard for disposable medical masks, NIOSH-TEB-APR-STP-0059 for N and R series respirators, and ISO-29463 for HEPA filters. While the PFE testing principles of all standard are the same, their requirement, testing protocol and minute details are different. Air flow characteristic before and after filter media in testing chamber is very important to accuracy of PFE measurement, especially for ASTM F2299 standard. We have developed a custom PFE tester per ASTM F2299 using a simple …

The Integration Of Chinese Cuisine In Contemporary Thai Society As Reflected In The Names Of Food: A Case Study Of Salapao, Yating Shen

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This thesis aims to study the integration of Chinese cuisine in contemporary Thai society as reflected in the names of food by using the Chinese steamed bun or salapao as a case study. Objectives of the thesis include 1) to analyze the form and meaning of the names of salapao consumed in Thai society and 2) to examine the integration of salapao in contemporary Thai society as reflected in its names. 200 names of salapao with savory and sweet fillings consumed in Thailand between 2022 and 2024 are collected from the products of salapao brands in Bangkok and 24 provinces. …

The Motivations Of Chinese Digital Nomads In Moving To Chiang Mai, Thailand, Yifan Zhai

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

Digital nomadism, fueled by the rise of remote work opportunities and a desire for location independence, has become a prominent lifestyle choice for many individuals globally. Within this landscape, Chiang Mai, Thailand, has emerged as a favored destination for Chinese digital nomads, offering a unique blend of affordability, cultural richness, and conducive work environments. This paper presents an exploration into the motivations driving Chinese digital nomads to select Chiang Mai as their destination. Through a mixed-methods approach combining interviews and observation, this study seeks to uncover the underlying factors influencing their decision-making processes. Grounded in the theory of motivation and …

From Ideal To Cyber Victim: Unveiling The Relationship Between Korean Celebrity Image, Fan Expectations, And Cyberbullying Incidents, Rahma Jaidane

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

In the dynamic realm of the Korean entertainment industry, where glitz and glamour seamlessly intertwine with the personal lives of celebrities, a profound dichotomy unfolds. This research delves into the nuances of this narrative, focusing on how Korean celebrities strive for societal ideals of perfection while navigating the relentless scrutiny of an ever-watchful public eye. This study emerges in response to the evolving landscape where the pursuit of idealized images intersects with the dark side of cyberbullying, an escalating phenomenon with tangible consequences on the mental well-being of these public figures. The primary aim of this study is to explore …

The Study Of Attitude And Values Of The Korean Audience Of Thai Boys’ Love Series, Khattiya Mapha

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

This research aimed to explore the attitudes, values, and behaviors of Korean audience of Thai Boys’ Love (BL) series, utilizing in-depth interviews with fourteen Korean viewers who participated in this study. They are aged between 18-45 years old. Drawing on multi-attribute attitude theory, Schwartz's value theory, and Ajzen's theory of planned behavior, this research provides a nuanced understanding of how Thai BL series influence Korean viewers in cognitive, affective, and behavioral dimensions. Participants expressed appreciation for the affectionate portrayals and open LGBTQ+ representation in Thai BL series, which they perceive as more authentic and emotionally resonant than similar content from …

English Plosive Consonants Produced By Young Thai Speakers: An Analysis Of Voice Onset Time And Intelligibility Using Speech-To-Text Technology, Thanachporn Varapongsittikul

Chulalongkorn University Theses and Dissertations (Chula ETD)

One challenge Thai learners of English as a second language face is pronouncing plosive consonants due to differences in phonological systems and phonotactics. This study aims to (1) analyze the VOT values of English plosive consonants produced by young Thai speakers and (2) investigate how variations in VOT impact the intelligibility of their English speech, as assessed by Speech-to-Text (STT) technology. This research analyzed speech samples from 49 seventh-grade students with A2-level English proficiency. Each student produced 24 target words embedded in a carrier sentence, featuring all six English plosive sounds. The acoustic measurements were conducted using Praat software, while …

Completeness Of Dry Needling Intervention Reporting In Musculoskeletal Conditions Using The Standards For Reporting Interventions In Clinical Trials Of Acupuncture And Template For Intervention Description And Replication Checklists: A Systematic Review, Ryan C. Mcconnell

Funded Scholarship

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the completeness of reporting of dry needling (DN) as a primary intervention, using the Template for Intervention Description and Replication (TIDieR) and Standards for Reporting Interventions in Clinical Trials of Acupuncture (STRICTA) checklists.

DESIGN: This study is a systematic review of methodological reporting.

LITERATURE SEARCH: Electronic databases (Ovid MEDLINE ALL, Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, Cochrane Central Register for Controlled Trials, Embase, and SPORTDiscus) were searched from inception to April 2024.

STUDY SELECTION CRITERIA: Clinical trials addressing the effects of DN on pain, function, and/or musculoskeletal impairments in …

Exploring The Hot And Gaseous Universe From Infrared To X-Ray, Chamani Gunasekera

Theses and Dissertations--Physics and Astronomy

Over 90% of baryonic matter in the universe exists as astrophysical plasmas. The gas
is often far from thermodynamic equilibrium, so numerical non-equilibrium spectral
synthesis simulations are used to understand observations. cloudy simulates vari-
ous physical conditions, providing spectra predictions. This thesis aims to meet the
challenge of new observatories like the JWST (James Webb Space Telescope) and
XRISM (X-Ray Imaging Spectroscopy Mission). These simulations are no better
than the underlying atomic and molecular database and the fourth chapter details
a long-needed update to an evolving database. The predicted spectra are strongly
affected by the composition of the gas, which …

Mediation By Fatalism Of The Association Between Symptom Burden And Self-Care Management In Patients With Heart Failure, Ashmita Thapa, Misook L. Chung, Jia-Rong Wu, Abigail Latimer, Terry A. Lennie, Gia Mudd-Martin, Chin-Yen Lin, Jessica Harman Thompson, Junghee Kang, Debra K. Moser

UK CARES Faculty Publications

Background: Clinicians and researchers often assume that symptom burden is associated with self-care management (SCM) in patients with heart failure (HF). However, that association is often not borne out in simple regression analyses and may be because another variable mediates the association. Fatalism is an appropriate candidate for mediation and is the belief that circumstances are predetermined without opportunity for control by individuals.

Objective: Our objective was to determine whether fatalism mediated the relationship of symptom burden with SCM among adults with HF.

Methods: We conducted a secondary analysis (N = 95) from a clinical trial. We used Self-care of …

Mediators Of The Association Between Cognitive Function And Self-Care Behaviors In Patients Hospitalized With An Exacerbation Of Heart Failure, Jia-Rong Wu, Chin-Yen Lin, Abigail Latimer, Muna Hassan Hammash, Debra K. Moser

UK CARES Faculty Publications

Background: Patients with heart failure (HF) must engage in self-care, yet their self-care is often poor. Cognitive function commonly is impaired in HF and is associated with poor self-care. Heart failure knowledge and self-care confidence also are needed to preform self-care. Few investigators have examined mediators of the association of cognitive function with self-care.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine whether HF knowledge and self-care confidence mediated the association of cognitive function with self-care maintenance and management among patients with HF.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional observational study of 164 patients with HF. Cognitive function was assessed …

Nostalgia, Satire, And Subcultural Capital At The Drive-In: Examining Horror Host Joe Bob Briggs As A Cultural Intermediary, Lisa Ellen Williams

Funded Scholarship

This article explores how journalist, cult icon, and Shudder host Joe Bob Briggs has used visual and verbal rhetorical devices to become a fixture in genre subcultures. Created and performed by John Bloom, the Briggs persona utilizes traits of past successful horror hosts while also implementing his own astute knowledge of film history and theory to confront questions about ‘good’ and ‘bad’ taste in film. Even though his work has been controversial, the evolution of his use of satire and parody has sustained his position as a cultural, or a subcultural, intermediary and transmedia celebrity. This article presents a variety …

Medical Expenditures And The Measurement Of Poverty In The United States, Luke Petach, David K. Wyant

Funded Scholarship

Using data from the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS) we estimate the fraction of the US population that is health poor. A person is health poor if their income prior to paying health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs is above the poverty line, but their income net-of-premiums and out-of-pocket healthcare costs is below the poverty line. Because resources used to finance health insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs are (A) lexicographically preferred and (B) cannot be used to maintain an individual’s standard of living, they should be excluded from official poverty estimates. Approximately 1% to 2% of the US population …

Wvoice: A Health Science Podcast, Giorgi Morrone

Graduate Student Scholarship

Marginalized groups experience health disparities and stigma from healthcare providers, which negatively impact their quality of life. Occupational injustices occur in marginalized communities due to a lack of accessible and inclusive environments and limited services and support for diverse needs. A creative way to implement interdisciplinary teamwork in healthcare may be podcasting. This study aimed to assess the feasibility of a podcast as a teaching tool for health science students and to increase knowledge related to the social determinants of health and stigma that impacted marginalized groups in West Virginia. A mixed methods approach was utilized to assess the feasibility, …

The Lawnmower And The Pediatric Lower Extremity: A Catastrophic Combination, Sairandri Sathyanarayanan, Chioma G Obinero, Jackson C Green, Kasra N Fallah, Matthew R Greives, Wendy Chen, Phuong D Nguyen

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

BACKGROUND: Lower extremity (LE) trauma within the pediatric population may be debilitating and have different implications and etiologies than in adults. Specifically, lawnmower injuries can cause catastrophic sequelae to the lower extremities, often requiring complex reconstruction or resulting in amputation. This study aims to present our experience with pediatric LE lawnmower injuries at one of the busiest level 1 trauma centers in the United States.

METHODS: An IRB-approved retrospective analysis was performed studying pediatric patients (age < 18 >years) who experienced LE trauma due to a lawnmower injury over a 5-year period (2012-2017). Patient demographics, perioperative data, and types of reconstruction were …

Does An Early, Balanced Resuscitation Strategy Reduce The Incidence Of Hypofibrinogenemia In Hemorrhagic Shock?, David T Lubkin, Krislynn M Mueck, Gabrielle E Hatton, Jason B Brill, Mariela Sandoval, Jessica C Cardenas, Charles E Wade, Bryan A Cotton

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

OBJECTIVES: Some centers have recommended including concentrated fibrinogen replacement in massive transfusion protocols (MTPs). Given our center's policy of aggressive early balanced resuscitation (1:1:1), beginning prehospital, we hypothesized that our rates of hypofibrinogenemia may be lower than those previously reported.

METHODS: In this retrospective cohort study, patients presenting to our trauma center November 2017 to April 2021 were reviewed. Patients were defined as hypofibrinogenemic (HYPOFIB) if admission fibrinogen

RESULTS: Of 29 782 patients, 6618 level 1 activations, and 1948 patients receiving emergency release blood,

CONCLUSIONS: Low rates of hypofibrinogenemia were found in our center which treats hemorrhage with early, balanced …

Scoping Review: The Effects Of Interrupted Onabotulinumtoxin A Treatment For Chronic Migraine Prevention During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Qing Zhao Ruan, Daniel J Pak, Amitabh Gulati, Moises Dominguez, Sudhir Diwan, Jamal Hasoon, Timothy R Deer, R Jason Yong, Abdulrazaq Albilali, Amanda Macone, Sait Ashina, Christopher L Robinson

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Objective: To systematically examine the literature on the clinical consequences of inadvertent delays in scheduled onabotulinumtoxin A (OTA) therapy for chronic migraine during the COVID-19 pandemic and assess recommendations when access to OTA is limited.

Background: The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic was unprecedented in its impact on the global medical community. Most healthcare institutions in the United States (US) and the world had begun significantly limiting elective procedures, undermining management of many debilitating chronic conditions. OTA injections, were similarly involuntarily postponed, leading to significant setbacks in symptom control.

Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted on databases of Medline and Embase …

Benign Disorders Of The Mediastinum: A Narrative Review, Saad Farooq, Sabiha Armin, Daniel Ocazionez, Rosa M Estrada-Y-Martin, Sujith V Cherian

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

Background and objective: There are several benign processes that affect the mediastinum with considerable morbidity that may range from reactive entities to neoplastic disorders. This review article will focus on non-neoplastic benign mediastinal diseases which include large vessel vasculitis such as Takayasu and giant cell arteritis, mediastinal granulomas, fibrosing mediastinitis and mediastinal infections. These diseases can cause significant morbidity and mortality; therefore, we aim to familiarize readers with the pathophysiology, epidemiology and diagnosis of these mediastinal diseases and provide an update on the treatment options available.

Methods: We searched various databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar from August 2023 …

Impact Of Maternal Depressive Symptoms On Offspring Executive Functions: A Systematic Review, Júlia De Souza Rodrigues, María Pastor-Valero, Lucas R Trambaiolli, Ana Beatriz Bozzini, Alicia Matijasevich

Faculty, Staff and Student Publications

OBJECTIVE: To conduct a thorough examination of the current understanding of the effect of maternal depression exposure on the executive functions (EFs) of offspring.

METHODS: Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) statement, a comprehensive search for peer-reviewed cohort studies was performed on the MEDLINE (via PubMed), ScienceDirect, LILACS, PsycINFO, and SciELO databases. Study quality was assessed using the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) Quality Assessment Tool for Observational Cohort and Cross-Sectional Studies. The evidence was evaluated using the Grading of Recommendation, Assessment, Development, and Evaluation framework.

RESULTS: Thirty-three cohort studies from different countries, …

Mental Health Prevention And Treatment Programs For Infants Experiencing Homelessness: A Systematic Review, Megan M Hare, Taylor D Landis, Melissa Hernandez, Paulo A Graziano

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Experiencing homelessness in infancy has been linked to negative physical and mental health outcomes. Parental well-being and the parent-infant relationship can also be negatively impacted by experiencing homelessness. While numerous parent-based infant mental health programs have been identified by a recent review, the goal of this study was to further determine the extent to which these existing programs were developed and/or examined with at-risk populations such as families experiencing homelessness. Out of 60 programs identified by Hare et al., in press, only three had been implemented specifically in shelter settings with infants 0-12 months (Parent-Infant Psychotherapy, New Beginnings, and My …