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Search Strategy For "The Benefits, Burdens, And Risks Of Participation In Pediatric Palliative Care And End Of Life Research: A Systematic Review", Pamela S. Hinds, Vanessa N. Madrigal, Cynthia J. Bell, Cynthia M. Schmidt, Amy R. Newman, Kim Mooney-Doyle, Jessica L. Spruit, Tessie October, Christine A. Fortney, Melissa Kurtz Uveges, Kitty Montgomery, Katherine Patterson Kelly, Meaghann S. Weaver

Search Strategies: Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library

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Search Strategies For "Cutaneous Angiosarcoma: A Systematic Review Of The Literature", Zachary Kwapnoski, Dillon Clarey, Shauna Higgins, Marissa Lobl, Cynthia M. Schmidt, Kathryn Rentfro, Heidi Vieira, Ashley Wysong

Search Strategies: Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library

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Search Strategies For "The Interactions Between Anticonvulsants And Novel Oral Anticoagulants: A Systematic Review", Mohamed Taha, Wenyang Li, Cynthia M. Schmidt, Marco Gonzalez-Castellon, Olga Taraschenko

Search Strategies: Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library

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Search Strategies For "Targeted Therapy With Pde5i In Patients With Pulmonary Hypertension Due To Heart Failure And Elevated Pulmonary Vascular Resistance: A Systematic Review", Galo Sanchez Palacios, Cynthia M. Schmidt, Tammy Wichman

Search Strategies: Leon S. McGoogan Health Sciences Library

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The Experience Of Pregnant Women In Remission From Anorexia Nervosa, Meghan Butcher

Antioch University Dissertations & Theses

This qualitative study explored the subjective experience of pregnant women in remission from Anorexia Nervosa (AN). This subject matter is of importance due to the high relapse rates of AN, the ability for women to become pregnant while in remission from AN, the significant physical and emotional tolls of pregnancy, and the known dangers of AN behaviors during pregnancy. Prior to this study, minimal research had been conducted pertaining to the experience of women who became pregnant while in remission from AN. This study utilized Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) to inform interpretation of narrative responses collected through semi-structured interviews. Participants …

Incidentally Found Metastatic Prostatic Carcinoma In A Therapeutic Orchiectomy Specimen, Zeeshan Uddin, Muhammad Bilal, Mohammad Ayaz Khan

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Metastatic tumour involving the testis is a rare event. Incidental discovery of metastatic cancer in a therapeutic orchiectomy is even rarer. We report a case of metastatic adenocarcinoma prostate found incidentally in one of the bilateral therapeutic orchiectomy specimens. The patient was a 55-year-old man presenting with back ache and generalized body aches. Clinical examination showed malignant feel of prostate. Bone scan revealed metastatic disease and a serum PSA level of >100 ng/ml. Clinical diagnosis of carcinoma prostate was established and subsequent bilateral orchiectomy for hormonal deprivation was performed. On gross examination of left testis, there was a small 0.7 …

Most Cancers Are Caused By Bad Luck Mutations: Scientific Explanation?, Shahid Pervez

Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

No abstract provided.

Drivers Of International Variation In Prevalence Of Disabling Low Back Pain: Findings From The Cultural And Psychosocial Influences On Disability Study, David Coggon, Georgia Ntani, Keith T. Palmer, Vanda E. Felli, Florencia Harari, Leonardo A. Quintana, Sarah A. Felknor, Marianela Rojas, Anna Cattrell, Muhammad Masood Kadir

Community Health Sciences

Background: Wide international variation in the prevalence of disabling low back pain (LBP) among working populations is not explained by known risk factors. It would be useful to know whether the drivers of this variation are specific to the spine or factors that predispose to musculoskeletal pain more generally.
Methods: Baseline information about musculoskeletal pain and risk factors was elicited from 11 710 participants aged 20-59 years, who were sampled from 45 occupational groups in 18 countries. Wider propensity to pain was characterized by the number of anatomical sites outside the low back that had been painful in …

Orofacial Granulomatosis In A Child, Reena Razdan, Maxwell D. Newby, Michele M. Carr

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

Orofacial granulomatosis (OFG) is a rare, idiopathic disorder of the orofacial region. It is clinically characterized by persistent and/or recurrent enlargement of the soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region, often manifesting as labial enlargement and swelling of intraoral sites such as the gingiva, tongue, and buccal mucosa. Full-thickness mucosal biopsy reveals noncaseating granulomatous inflammation, similar to Crohn’s disease and sarcoidosis. Thus, OFG must be distinguished from other chronic granulomatous disorders. We report a case of a young female patient who presented with labial and maxillary gingival enlargement without any identifiable systemic causes, with suggested involvement of environmental triggers.

Experience With Key Indicator Cases Among Otolaryngology Residents, Daniel C. O'Brien, Brian Kellermeyer, Jeffson Chung, Michele M. Carr

Faculty & Staff Scholarship

Objective

To describe the resident experience with respect to key indicator cases for each year of training.

Study Design

Multi‐institution, cross‐sectional assessment.

Methods

Using an electronic survey, current otolaryngology residents were solicited to complete a survey regarding their experiences with the key indicator cases to that point. The survey was sent to this cohort in the winter of 2017–2018.

Results

Three hundred and three residents responded, with 293 completing the survey. Twenty‐three percent were PGY1, 19% PGY2, 21% PGY3, 18% PGY4, and 19% PGY5 or higher. The majority of residents progress from resident assistant as a PGY2, to resident surgeon …

The Role Of Neck Musculature In Traumatic Brain Injuries In Older Adults: Implications From Sports Medicine, Tyler A. Wood, Steven Morrison, Jacob J. Sosnoff

Rehabilitation Sciences Faculty Publications

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are common and serious injuries to older adults. The majority of TBIs in older adults are sustained when the head impacts the ground or other surface during a fall. While several non-modifiable risk factors have been identified for fall-related TBIs in older adults, there still remains a dearth of knowledge surrounding modifiable risk factors. Thus, this significant knowledge gap warrants an investigation into research across disciplines. The sports medicine literature has examined several modifiable risk factors to prevent a mild form of TBI known as concussion. While this research has identified several risk factors, one particular …

Athletic Training Student And Student Aide Clinical Task Allowance In The Secondary School Setting, Zachary K. Winkelmann, Robert A. Huggins, Lindsey E. Eberman

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Athletic training student aides (SA) are minors in high school that participate in an athletic training experience under the supervision of secondary school athletic trainers (SSAT). The NATA published an official statement on the proper supervision of SAs related to task allowance. As SSATs may also supervise athletic training students (ATSs), it is important to understand the differences in both. Therefore, the objective was to explore the training, task allowance, and perspectives of SAs and ATSs by SSATs during clinical experiences. Methods: We used a cross-sectional, web-based survey for this study. SSATs (n=3,567) from the ATLAS database were recruited …

Prior History Of Anterior Cruciate Ligament (Acl) Reconstruction Is Associated With A Greater Risk Of Subsequent Acl Injury In Female Collegiate Athletes, Jason Brumitt, Alma Mattocks, Amy Engilis, Dale Isaak, Jeremy Loew

Faculty Publications - College of Physical Therapy

Objectives: The risk of a subsequent anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) sprain is greater in high school aged female athletes with prior history of ACL reconstruction (ACLR) than in age-matched controls. The risk of a subsequent ACL injury in female collegiate athletes with prior ACLR is unknown. The primary purpose of this study was to determine the relative risk of a subsequent ACL injury in female collegiate athletes with prior ACLR when compared to age-matched controls. The secondary purpose of this study was to evaluate the ability of jump and hop tests to discriminate ACL injury risk.

Design: Prospective cohort.

Methods: …

Delta-Aminolevulinic Acid-Mediated Photodiagnoses In Surgical Oncology: A Historical Review Of Clinical Trials., Joseph F Georges, Amber Valeri, Huan Wang, Aaron Brooking, Michael Kakareka, Steve S Cho, Zein Al-Atrache, Michael Bamimore, Hany Osman, Joseph Ifrach, Si Yu, Carrie Li, Denah Appelt, John Y K Lee, Peter Nakaji, Kristin Brill, Steven S. Yocom

PCOM Scholarly Works

Fluorescence imaging is an emerging clinical technique for real-time intraoperative visualization of tumors and their boundaries. Though multiple fluorescent contrast agents are available in the basic sciences, few fluorescence agents are available for clinical use. Of the clinical fluorophores, delta aminolevulinic acid (5ALA) is unique for generating visible wavelength tumor-specific fluorescence. In 2017, 5ALA was FDA-approved for glioma surgery in the United States. Additionally, clinical studies suggest this agent may have utility in surgical subspecialties outside of neurosurgery. Data from dermatology, OB/GYN, urology, cardiothoracic surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery show 5ALA is helpful for intraoperative visualization of malignant tissues in multiple …

Oral Contraceptive Pills Are Not A Risk Factor For Deep Vein Thrombosis Or Pulmonary Embolism After Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery, Austin V. Stone, Avinesh Agarwalla, Anirudh K. Gowd, Cale A. Jacobs, Jeffrey A Macalena, Bryson P. Lesniak, Nikhil N. Verma, Anthony A. Romeo, Brian Forsythe

Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Faculty Publications

Background: Worldwide, more than 100 million women between the ages of 15 and 49 years take oral contraceptive pills (OCPs). OCP use increases the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) through its primary drug, ethinylestradiol, which slows liver metabolism, promotes tissue retention, and ultimately favors fibrinolysis inhibition and thrombosis.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of OCP use on VTE after arthroscopic shoulder surgery.

Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3.

Methods: A large national payer database (PearlDiver) was queried for patients undergoing arthroscopic shoulder surgery. The incidence of VTE was evaluated in female patients taking OCPs and those not taking …

Lung Cancer Screening In A Community Setting: Characteristics, Motivations, And Attitudes Of Individuals Being Screened, Margaret M. Byrne, Sarah E. Lillie, Jamie L. Studts

Behavioral Science Faculty Publications

We describe the characteristics of individuals being screened in community settings including factors influencing screening decisions and the level of information sought prior to screening. Individuals from two community-based radiology clinics (N = 27) were surveyed after screening. Screening efficacy and salience were the most important factors in screening decisions, whereas healthcare provider recommendations were rated not important. Half of participants reported no or little conversation about screening with their primary care provider, and 61.5 percent had not sought any information on screening. Individuals being screened in a community setting are unlikely to have sufficient information for an informed …

Attending To The Not-So-Little "Little Things": Practicing Trauma-Informed Pediatric Health Care, Aimee K. Hildenbrand, Scottie B. Day, Meghan L. Marsac

Pediatrics Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

General Philippine Hospital, Manila, Philippines, Cara Cecil

Posters

Describes her experience working in the Philippine General Hospital/University of the Philippines providing care in the pediatric ICU, neonatal ICU, and emergency department.

Pediatria En Panama: A Spanish International Health Experience, Vickie Blanco

Posters

Reports learning experiences while working with several pediatric care facilities in Panama.

Global Health Experience: Laos Friends Hospital For Children, Ashley Daniel

Posters

Outlines the learning experiences of a pediatric resident working within the Laos Friends Hospital for Children.

Panama: Exploration Of Multiple Health Care Settings And Spanish Immersion, Danielle Gonzales

Posters

Details how the urban and rural settings of Panama offer an unique opportunity for Spanish immersion and disease pathology learning experiences.

Csf Inflammatory Markers Differ In Gram-Positive Versus Gram-Negative Shunt Infections., Gwenn Skar, David Synhorst, Matthew K. Beaver, Jessica N. Snowden

Journal Articles: Pediatrics

BACKGROUND: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) shunt placement is frequently complicated by bacterial infection. Shunt infection diagnosis relies on bacterial culture of CSF which can often produce false-negative results. Negative cultures present a conundrum for physicians as they are left to rely on other CSF indices, which can be unremarkable. New methods are needed to swiftly and accurately diagnose shunt infections. CSF chemokines and cytokines may prove useful as diagnostic biomarkers. The objective of this study was to evaluate the potential of systemic and CSF biomarkers for identification of CSF shunt infection.

METHODS: We conducted a retrospective chart review of children with …

Long-Term Use Of Beta-Blocker Medication In Pediatric Long Qt Syndrome Patients: Neuropsychological Profiles, Kara J. Rudisill

PCOM Psychology Dissertations

Long QT syndrome (LQTS) is a heart rhythm disorder characterized by a disruption of the heart’s electrical activity that may cause accelerated and uncontrolled heartbeats referred to as ventricular fibrillation. LQTS is primarily treated with beta-blocker medications, which reduce the risk of experiencing an arrhythmia through regulating the heart rate. However, the potential neuropsychological side-effects associated with the use of beta-blocker medication may impact the executive functioning skills, mental health, and behavior of the affected pediatric population at home. As a result, a child’s academic performance and emotional regulation etiology may be misunderstood by his or her parents, caregivers, and …

Dynamics Of Two Pathogens In A Single Tick Population, Alexis White, Elsa Schaefer, Chelsea Wright-Thompson, Christopher M. Kribs, Holly Gaff

Biological Sciences Faculty Publications

A mathematical model for a two-pathogen, one-tick, one-host system is presented and explored. The goal of this model is to determine how long an invading pathogen persists within a tick population in which a resident pathogen is already established. The numerical simulations of the model demonstrate the parameter ranges that allow for coexistence of the two pathogens. Sensitivity analysis highlights the importance of vector-borne, tick-to-host, transmission rates on the invasion reproductive number and persistence of the pathogens over time. The model is then applied to a case study based on a reclaimed swampland field site in southeastern Virginia using field …

'Nephrogenic' Systemic Fibrosis Is Mediated By Myeloid C-C Chemokine Receptor 2 Dataset, Catherine Do, Viktor Drel, Chunyan Tan, Duck-Yoon Lee, Brent Wagner

The Kidney Institute of New Mexico

This dataset presents results of an in vivo model of gadolinium-based contrast agent-induced systemic fibrosis. Figure 1 demonstrates that gadolinium-based contrast agent treatment induces dermal fibrosis and hypercellularity of the same magnitude in patients afflicted with ‘nephrogenic’ systemic fibrosis. Electron microscopy demonstrated that systemic gadolinium treatment induced the formation of multinucleated giant cells in the dermis laden with electron-dense, mesh-like nanostructures. Scanning transmission electron microscopy with energy-dispersive spectroscopy revealed that the electron-dense nanoparticles were gadolinium rich. Figure 2 represents the first chimeric model of mice and gadolinium-induced systemic fibrosis (to our knowledge). Lethally-irradiated mice with 5/6 nephrectomy (to model renal …

Sparsity Promoting Regularization For Effective Noise Suppression In Spect Image Reconstruction, Wei Zheng, Si Li, Andrzej Krol, C. Ross Schmidtlein, Xueying Zeng, Yuesheng Xu

Mathematics & Statistics Faculty Publications

The purpose of this research is to develop an advanced reconstruction method for low-count, hence high-noise, Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) image reconstruction. It consists of a novel reconstruction model to suppress noise while conducting reconstruction and an efficient algorithm to solve the model. A novel regularizer is introduced as the nonconvex denoising term based on the approximate sparsity of the image under a geometric tight frame transform domain. The deblurring term is based on the negative log-likelihood of the SPECT data model. To solve the resulting nonconvex optimization problem a Preconditioned Fixed-point Proximity Algorithm (PFPA) is introduced. We prove …

Human Papillomavirus And Human Cytomegalovirus Infection And Association With Prognosis In Patients With Primary Glioblastoma In Pakistan, Syed Adnan Ali, Yumna Mirza, Zubair Ahmad, Nida Zahid, Ather Enam

Department of Surgery Docs

Objective: Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common adult primary brain tumor. Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) has been studied for the past decade, and conflicting results have been reported with no conclusive role established yet. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is involved in the pathogenesis of many cancers and has a high prevalence in patients with cervical and oral cancer in Pakistan. The objective of our study was to identify the prevalence of HCMV and HPV in Pakistani patients with primary GBM.
Methods: In total, 112 primary GBM biopsies were analyzed. HCMV and HPV infection was investigated using nested and conventional polymerase chain …

Traumatic Neuroma Of The Median Nerve: A Case Report, Keir Johnson, Amber West, Brooke Baker

UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal

Peripheral nerve neuromas are growths that develop after nerve trauma, which can result in enlarged and painful nerve ends when severed. Treatment of neuromas that form within a continuous nerve is controversial; however, success has been reported after general neurolysis with decompression of the nerve after its isolation from the surrounding scar bed. We describe a 21-year-old man who presented with symptoms of pain and intermittent numbness in his left elbow. Findings of high-resolution magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound confirmed the diagnosis of median nerve neuroma at the level of the forearm. He subsequently underwent neurolysis with protective nerve wrap, …

Fracture Of The Ulnar Sesamoid Bone In The Thumb Of A Collegiate Basketball Player: A Case Report, Andrew M. Hyden, Christopher A. Mcgrew, Deana Mercer

UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal

Sesamoid fractures of the hand are uncommon occurrences that can lead to prolonged pain and swelling if delayed in diagnosis. This is particularly problematic in competitive athletes. We describe an ulnar sesamoid fracture of the thumb due to a blunt traumatic injury in a Division I collegiate basketball player. The 22-year-old woman injured her left thumb when kicked during a game. The patient was treated nonoperatively with promising outcomes. Sesamoid fractures of the hand can be difficult to diagnose, and any delay can lengthen the amount of time before the athlete returns to play. Radiographic findings may help healthcare providers …

Open Lumbosacral Dislocation: A Case Report, Travis M. Hughes, Tony G. Pedri, Antony Kallur

UNM Orthopaedic Research Journal

Open injuries in the lumbar spine are rare. We describe a 20-year-old woman who presented with persistent weaknesses due to an associated lumbar plexus injury. She underwent surgical treatment of lumbosacral dislocation with prompt reduction with debridement and stabilization. At 7 months postoperatively, her symptoms showed signs of recovery. We believe the immediate reduction of the dislocation prevented permanent neurological injury, and stabilization helped healing and early mobilization. In keeping with the classical teaching of open fracture treatment, prioritizing early initiation of intravenous antibiotics and prompt debridement and stabilization may have helped decrease the long-term morbidity and overall sequelae of …