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- Asthma exacerbation prediction: recent insights
- ‘Hidden’ occupational allergens such as additives
- Evidence establishing a link between prenatal and ...
- Update on metal-induced occupational lung disease
- Role of epigenetics in the development of childhoo...
- Health surveillance for occupational asthma
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- The emerging spectrum of exposure-related bronchio...
- Assessing the impact of air pollution on childhood...
- Biomarkers and asthma management: analysis and pot...
- Asthma in inner city children: recent insights Uni...
- Development of allergic sensitization and its rele...
- Precision medicine in the treatment of primary imm...
- Hypereosinophilic syndrome presenting acutely with...
- Displacement of the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve in P...
- Outcome of Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancers in ...
- Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea Secondary to Right Ve...
- Barriers to Adherence With Acne Medications and Ph...
- Methotrexate-Associated B-Cell Lymphoproliferative...
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Τετάρτη 28 Φεβρουαρίου 2018
Are oral mucosal nevi potential precursors for oral mucosal melanoma?
Source:Oral Oncology
Author(s): A. Thirumal Raj, Shankargouda Patil, Chandini Rajkumar
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Profiling of the Major Phenolic Compounds and Their Biosynthesis Genes in Sophora flavescens Aiton
Sophorae Radix (Sophora flavescens Aiton) has long been used in traditional medicine in East Asia due to the various biological activities of its secondary metabolites. Endogenous contents of phenolic compounds (phenolic acid, flavonol, and isoflavone) and the main bioactive compounds of Sophorae Radix were analyzed based on the qualitative HPLC analysis and evaluated in different organs and at different developmental stages. In total, 11 compounds were detected, and the composition of the roots and aerial parts (leaves, stems, and flowers) was significantly different. trans-Cinnamic acid and p-coumaric acid were observed only in the aerial parts. Large amounts of rutin and maackiain were detected in the roots. Four phenolic acid compounds (benzoic acid, caffeic acid, ferulic acid, and chlorogenic acid) and four flavonol compounds (kaempferol, catechin hydrate, epicatechin, and rutin) were higher in aerial parts than in roots. To identify putative genes involved in phenolic compounds biosynthesis, a total of 41 transcripts were investigated. Expression patterns of these selected genes, as well as the multiple isoforms for the genes, varied by organ and developmental stage, implying that they are involved in the biosynthesis of various phenolic compounds both spatially and temporally.
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Sequential Extractions and Toxicity Potential of Trace Metals Absorbed into Airborne Particles in an Urban Atmosphere of Southwestern Nigeria
The paper investigates the hypothesis that biotoxicities of trace metals depend not only on the concentration as expressed by the total amount, but also on their geochemical fractions and bioavailability. Airborne particles were collected using SKC Air Check XR 5000 high volume Sampler at a human breathing height of 1.5–2.0 meters, during the dry season months from November 2014 to March 2015 at different locations in Akure (7°10′N and 5°15′E). The geochemical-based sequential extractions were performed on the particles using a series of increasingly stringent solutions selected to extract metals (Cd, Cu, Cr, Ni, Pb, Zn, and Mn) into four operational geochemical phases—exchangeable, reducible, organic, and residual—and then quantified using an Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. The results showed metals concentration of order Pb > Cr > Cd > Zn > Ni > Cu > Mn. However, most metals in the samples exist in nonmobile fractions: exchangeable (6.43–16.2%), reducible (32.58–47.39%), organic (4.73–9.88%), and residual (18.28–27.53%). The pollution indices show ingestion as the leading route of metal exposure, with noncarcinogenic (HQ) and cancer risk (HI) for humans in the area being higher than 1.0 × 10−4, indicating a health threat.
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Thermal Wavelength Measurement of Nanofluid in an Optical-Fiber Thermal Wave Cavity Technique to Determine the Thermal Diffusivity
The application of optical-fiber thermal wave cavity (OF-TWC) technique was investigated to measure the thermal diffusivity of Ag nanofluids. The thermal diffusivity was obtained by measuring the thermal wavelength of sample in a cavity scan mode. The spherical Ag nanoparticles samples were prepared at various sizes using the microwave method. Applying the thermal wavelength measurement in a flexible OF-TWC technique requires only two experimental data sets. It can be used to estimate thermal diffusivity of a small amount of liquid samples (0.3 ml) in a brief period. UV-Vis spectroscopy and transmission electron microscopy were used to measure the characterization of the Ag nanoparticles. The thermal diffusivity of distilled water, glycerol, and two different types of cooking oil was measured and has an excellent agreement with the reported results in the literature (difference of only 0.3%–2.4%). The nanofluids showed that the highest value of thermal diffusivity was achieved for smaller sized nanoparticles. The results of this method confirmed that the thermal wavelength measurement method using the OF-TWC technique had potential as a tool to measure the thermal diffusivity of nanofluids with different variables such as the size, shape, and concentration of the nanoparticles.
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Asthma exacerbation prediction: recent insights
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‘Hidden’ occupational allergens such as additives
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Evidence establishing a link between prenatal and early-life stress and asthma development
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Update on metal-induced occupational lung disease
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Role of epigenetics in the development of childhood asthma
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Health surveillance for occupational asthma
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The emerging spectrum of exposure-related bronchiolitis
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Assessing the impact of air pollution on childhood asthma morbidity: how, when, and what to do
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Biomarkers and asthma management: analysis and potential applications
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Asthma in inner city children: recent insights United States
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Development of allergic sensitization and its relevance to paediatric asthma
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Precision medicine in the treatment of primary immunodeficiency diseases
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Hypereosinophilic syndrome presenting acutely with neurologic signs
A 70-year-old white male with a longstanding history of allergic rhinitis and nasal polyposis, and relatively recent onset of chronic cough one year prior, presented to the hospital for one-week duration of neurologic complaints including chronic and worsening neck pain, bilateral upper extremity weakness, difficulty gripping objects, blurry vision, confusion, change in gait, and difficulty with initiation of urination. His medical history also included essential hypertension, dyslipidemia, gastroesophageal reflux, and shingles.
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Displacement of the Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve in Patients with Recurrent Goiter Undergoing Redo Thyroid Surgery
Thyroid reoperations are surgically challenging because of scarring and disturbances in the anatomy of the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN). This study was conducted on 49 patients who underwent redo surgery. 61 RLNs were identified and completely exposed. Their functional integrity was evaluated using intraoperative nerve monitoring (IONM). Indications for secondary surgery, anatomical changes secondary to recurrent goiter mass and prior surgery, and results of IONM were studied. Frequent indications for redo surgery were multinodular goiter (MNG) in 19 (38.8%) and results of cytology in 14 (28.5%) patients. The mean time interval between primary and redo thyroid surgery was 23.4 years. We laterally approached 41 (67.2%) thyroid lobes between the sternocleidomastoid and sternohyoid muscles. 16 (26.2%) RLNs were found to be adherent to the lateral surface of the corresponding thyroid lobe. The functional integrity of all RLNs was confirmed by IONM. The remnant thyroid tissue can then lead to goiter recurrence requiring secondary surgery after a long period of time. The indications for redo surgery were similar to primary cases. Lateral displacement of the RLN which is adherent to the lateral surface of recurrent goiter mass is common anatomic variation. Thyroid reoperations based on awareness of anatomical disturbances can be performed safely by an experienced surgeon with support of ancillary electrophysiological technology.
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Outcome of Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancers in Low-Resource Settings
Head and neck squamous cell carcinomas (HNSCCs) are amongst the most common cancers in certain parts of the world. Low-income and low middle- income countries make up 65% of newly diagnosed HNSCC cases annually and account for about 75% of HNSCC global mortality. These countries also suffer from a significant shortage of skilled labor, equipment, and health facilities. This article discusses the burden of HNSCCs in developing countries and the differences in outcomes compared with developed countries.
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Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea Secondary to Right Ventricular Myxoma: A Novel Presentation of an Unusual Tumor
A 14-month-old male presented with paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea and grade III/VI systolic ejection murmur at the upper left sternal border with an S4 gallop and was subsequently found to have a right ventricular cardiac myxoma. Prior presentations of these tumors have been with exertional syncope and murmur, asymptomatic murmur, or exertional dyspnea; the presentation of such a tumor with paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea is novel.
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Barriers to Adherence With Acne Medications and Physician Intervention
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Methotrexate-Associated B-Cell Lymphoproliferative Disease in Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma
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Tanning and Sun-Protection Behaviors Among Sexual Minority Men
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CD56 Variation in a Patient With Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm
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Iododerma (?) in Cancer Treated With Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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Iododerma (?) in Cancer Treated With Complementary and Alternative Medicine—Reply
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Patient Follow-up Preferences After Excision of Localized Melanoma
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Records Study Suggests Gender Affirming Surgeries On The Rise Along with Insurance Coverage
In a national medical records analysis, researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine say there is evidence that the number of gender affirming surgeries performed in hospitals for transgender individuals is on the rise, along with increased access made possible by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance coverage for the procedures.
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Common Knee Operation in Elderly Constitutes Low Value Care, New Study Concludes
A new Medicare records study by Johns Hopkins researchers has added to mounting evidence that a common surgery designed to remove damaged, worn ends of the thin rubbery cartilage in the knee joint brings little or no benefit to people over the age of 65.
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The brick building
Fenwick, C; (2017) The brick building. In: Fentress, E and Goodson, C and Maiuro, M, (eds.) Villa Magna: an Imperial Estate and its Legacies: Excavations 2006-10. (pp. 184-187). British School at Rome: Rome, Italy.
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The excavation and dating of the cemetery
Fenwick, C; (2017) The excavation and dating of the cemetery. In: Fentress, E and Goodson, C and Maiuro, M, (eds.) Villa Magna:an Imperial Estate and its Legacies.Excavations 2006–10. (pp. 12-13). British School at Rome: Rome, Italy.
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A Pilot Survey for C III] Emission in the Reionization Era: Gravitationally Lensed Z ∼ 7–8 Galaxies in the Frontier Fields Cluster Abell 2744
Zitrin, A; Ellis, RS; Belli, S; Stark, DP; (2015) A Pilot Survey for C III] Emission in the Reionization Era: Gravitationally Lensed Z ∼ 7–8 Galaxies in the Frontier Fields Cluster Abell 2744. The Astrophysical Journal , 805 (1) 10.1088/2041-8205/805/1/L7 . Green open access
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Detecting the tensor-to-scalar ratio with the pure pseudospectrum reconstruction of B-mode
Ferte, A; Peloton, J; Grain, J; Stompor, R; (2015) Detecting the tensor-to-scalar ratio with the pure pseudospectrum reconstruction of B-mode. Physical Review D , 92 (8) 10.1103/PhysRevD.92.083510 . Green open access
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Ly alpha EMISSION FROM A LUMINOUS z=8.68 GALAXY: IMPLICATIONS FOR GALAXIES AS TRACERS OF COSMIC REIONIZATION
Zitrin, A; Labbe, I; Belli, S; Bouwens, R; Ellis, RS; Roberts-Borsani, G; Stark, DP; ... Smit, R; + view all Zitrin, A; Labbe, I; Belli, S; Bouwens, R; Ellis, RS; Roberts-Borsani, G; Stark, DP; Oesch, PA; Smit, R; - view fewer (2015) Ly alpha EMISSION FROM A LUMINOUS z=8.68 GALAXY: IMPLICATIONS FOR GALAXIES AS TRACERS OF COSMIC REIONIZATION. Astrophysical Journal Letters , 810 (1) 10.1088/2041-8205/810/1/L12 . Green open access
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Molecular analysis of single circulating tumour cells following long-term storage of clinical samples
Mesquita, B; Rothwell, DG; Burt, DJ; Chemi, F; Fernandez-Gutierrez, F; Slane-Tan, D; Antonello, J; ... Brady, G; + view all Mesquita, B; Rothwell, DG; Burt, DJ; Chemi, F; Fernandez-Gutierrez, F; Slane-Tan, D; Antonello, J; Carter, M; Carter, L; Parry, M; Franklin, L; Marais, R; Blackhall, F; Dive, C; Brady, G; - view fewer (2017) Molecular analysis of single circulating tumour cells following long-term storage of clinical samples. Molecular Oncology , 11 (12) pp. 1687-1697. 10.1002/1878-0261.12113 . Green open access
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Pluripotent stem cell derived hepatocytes: using materials to define cellular differentiation and tissue engineering
Lucendo-Villarin, B; Rashidi, H; Cameron, K; Hay, DC; (2016) Pluripotent stem cell derived hepatocytes: using materials to define cellular differentiation and tissue engineering. Journal Of Materials Chemistry B , 4 (20) pp. 3433-3442. 10.1039/c6tb00331a . Green open access
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Characterizing indeterminate (Likert-score 3/5) peripheral zone prostate lesions with PSA density, PI-RADS scoring and qualitative descriptors on multiparametric MRI
Brizmohun Appayya, M; Sidhu, HS; Dikaios, N; Johnston, EW; Simmons, LA; Freeman, A; Kirkham, AP; ... Punwani, S; + view all Brizmohun Appayya, M; Sidhu, HS; Dikaios, N; Johnston, EW; Simmons, LA; Freeman, A; Kirkham, AP; Ahmed, HU; Punwani, S; - view fewer (2018) Characterizing indeterminate (Likert-score 3/5) peripheral zone prostate lesions with PSA density, PI-RADS scoring and qualitative descriptors on multiparametric MRI. British Journal of Radiology , 91 (1083) , Article 20170645. 10.1259/bjr.20170645 .
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When one size doesn't fit all: Temperament-based parenting interventions
Allen, J; (2015) When one size doesn't fit all: Temperament-based parenting interventions. In: ACAMH Occasional Paper 33: Making Parenting Work for Children's Mental Health. (pp. 12-22). Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH): London, United Kindom.
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Nanodiamonds for device applications: An investigation of the properties of boron-doped detonation nanodiamonds
Afandi, A; Howkins, A; Boyd, IW; Jackman, RB; (2018) Nanodiamonds for device applications: An investigation of the properties of boron-doped detonation nanodiamonds. Scientific Reports , 8 , Article 3270. 10.1038/s41598-018-21670-w . Green open access
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Association of the apparent diffusion coefficient with maturity in adolescent sacroiliac joints
Bray, TJP; Vendhan, K; Roberts, J; Atkinson, D; Punwani, S; Sen, D; Ioannou, Y; Bray, TJP; Vendhan, K; Roberts, J; Atkinson, D; Punwani, S; Sen, D; Ioannou, Y; Hall-Craggs, MA; - view fewer (2016) Association of the apparent diffusion coefficient with maturity in adolescent sacroiliac joints. Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging , 44 (3) pp. 556-564. 10.1002/jmri.25209 . Green open access
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Monotherapy with a novel intervenolin derivative, AS-1934, is an effective treatment for Helicobacter pylori infection
Abstract
Background
Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection causes various gastrointestinal diseases including gastric cancer. Hence, eradication of this infection could prevent these diseases. The most popular first-line treatment protocol to eradicate H. pylori is termed "triple therapy" and consists of a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), clarithromycin, and amoxicillin or metronidazole. However, the antibiotics used to treat H. pylori infection are hindered by the antibiotics-resistant bacteria and by their antimicrobial activity against intestinal bacteria, leading to side effects. Therefore, an alternative treatment with fewer adverse side effects is urgently required to improve the overall eradication rate of H. pylori.
Objective
The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness and mechanism of action of an antitumor agent, intervenolin, and its derivatives as an agent for the treatment of H. pylori infection.
Results
We demonstrate that intervenolin, and its derivatives showed selective anti-H. pylori activity, including antibiotic-resistant strains, without any effect on intestinal bacteria. We showed that dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, a key enzyme for de novo pyrimidine biosynthesis, is a target and treatment with intervenolin or its derivatives decreased the protein and mRNA levels of H. pylori urease, which protects H. pylori against acidic conditions in the stomach. Using a mouse model of H. pylori infection, oral monotherapy with the intervenolin derivative AS-1934 had a stronger anti-H. pylori effect than the triple therapy commonly used worldwide to eradicate H. pylori.
Conclusion
AS-1934 has potential advantages over current treatment options for H. pylori infection.
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Exploring the in situ expression of vascular endothelial growth factor and endoglin in pemphigus foliaceus variants and pemphigus vulgaris
Abstract
Background
Erythroderma is a severe manifestation of pemphigus foliaceus (PF), a blistering disease mediated by IgG autoantibodies against desmoglein-1. Increasing evidence supports the contribution of angiogenic mediators in the pathogenesis of erythroderma.
Objective
To evaluate the in situ expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and endoglin in PF patients with erythroderma.
Methods
Formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded skin samples obtained from patients with erythrodermic PF (n=19; 12 patients with endemic PF), non-erythrodermic PF (n=17), pemphigus vulgaris (PV; n=10), psoriasis (n=10), and healthy individuals (HI; n=10) were processed in an automated immunohistochemistry platform utilizing anti-VEGF and anti-endoglin as primary antibodies. Reactivity was evaluated both manually (0=negative; 1+=mild; 2+=intense) and through an automated microvessel analysis algorithm.
Results
VEGF expression in erythrodermic PF was higher than in non-erythrodermic PF (p=0.034) and in HI (p=0.004), and similar to psoriasis (p=0.667) and PV (p=0.667). In non-erythrodermic PF, VEGF positivity was similar to HI (p=0.247), and lower than psoriasis (p=0.049) and PV (p=0.049). Both erythrodermic and non-erythrodermic PF presented similar endoglin expression (p=0.700). In addition, endoglin positivity during erythrodermic PF was similar to psoriasis (p=0.133) and lower than PV (p=0.0009). Increased expression of in situ VEGF suggests that healing processes are triggered in response to tissue damage led by autoantibodies in PF, especially during erythroderma. Reduced endoglin positivity suggests that an unbalanced angiogenesis may occur during erythrodermic PF. Further studies may help to confirm if the regulation of VEGF and endoglin expression in patients with PF can contribute to control the healing process and enable disease remission.
Conclusion
Overexpression of VEGF in erythrodermic PF as well as in PV and psoriasis points out a dysregulated repair process in severe forms of these diseases, and suggests VEGF and endoglin could act as prognostic markers and future therapeutic targets to enable proper healing in PF.
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Reply to Happle R. And al. Koebner's sheep in Wolf's clothing: does the isotopic response exist as a distinct phenomenon?
Abstract
We read with interest the issues raised by Happle and Kluger. The Koebner phenomenon is well-established and the number of diseases apparently showing this phenomenon has grown so much that a classification of subtypes exists. The concept of locus minoris resistentiae (lmr), which helps us explain why certain disorders occur in certain locations, appears to underlie both Koebner phenomenon and Wolf isotopic response. The isotopic response was initially defined as "the occurrence of a new disorder at the site of another, unrelated and already healed skin disease". Wolf himself cited lmr as a putative explanation for the occurrence of the isotopic response. Certain questions arise from the initial definition by Wolf and the ever growing extensions of the isotopic response we see today.
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Answer to Nwabudike LC and al. Koebner's sheep in Wolf's clothing: does the isotopic response exist as a distinct phenomenon?
Abstract
We thank Dr. Nwabudike for his interest in our article. We fully agree with him that the "isotopic response" is merely a variant of Koebner reaction. In fact, all forms of Koebner reaction can be taken as variants from each other.
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Hereditary palmoplantar keratodermas. Part I. Non-syndromic palmoplantar keratodermas: classification, clinical and genetic features
Abstract
The term palmoplantar keratoderma (PPK) indicates any form of persistent thickening of the epidermis of palms and soles, and includes genetic as well as acquired conditions. We review the nosology of hereditary PPKs that comprise an increasing number of entities with different prognoses, and a multitude of associated cutaneous and extracutaneous features. On the basis of the phenotypic consequences of the underlying genetic defect, hereditary PPKs may be divided into: i. non-syndromic, isolated PPKs, which are characterized by a unique or predominant palmoplantar involvement; ii. non-syndromic PPKs with additional distinctive cutaneous and adnexal manifestations, here named complex PPKs; iii. syndromic PPKs, in which PPK is associated with specific extracutaneous manifestations. To date, the diagnosis of the different hereditary PPKs is based mainly on clinical history and features combined with histopathological findings. In recent years, the exponentially increasing use of next generation sequencing technologies has led to the identification of several novel disease genes, and thus substantially contributed to elucidate the molecular basis of such a heterogeneous group of disorders. Here, we focus on hereditary non-syndromic isolated and complex PPKs. Syndromic PPKs are reviewed in the second part of this 2-part article, where other well-defined genetic diseases, which may present PPK among their phenotypic manifestations, are also listed and diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for PPKs are summarized.
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The depth of follicular extension in actinic keratosis correlates with the depth of invasion in squamous cell carcinoma: implication for clinical treatment
Abstract
Background
Actinic keratosis (AK) may show extension down follicules, not only in cases with full-thickness epidermal atypia ("bowenoid" AK), but also in cases with atypia limited to the epidermal basalis. Previous studies have demonstrated that in bowenoid AK, follicular extension is usually superficial, being limited to the upper follicular segment. Little is known about the depth of follicular involvement in cases of iSCC arising from AK and the role of the follicle in iSCC pathogenesis.
Objective
This study investigated the relationship between follicular extension of atypical keratinocytes in an AK and the development of iSCC from the follicular wall. The depth of follicular extension was correlated with the depth invasion of iSCC. Differences between the differentiated and classical pathways of iSCC were also examined.
Methods
We performed a retrospective histologic review of 193 biopsy specimens of iSCC with an associated AK. We assessed the presence and depth of follicular extension of atypical keratinocytes in the AK, using tumor (Breslow) thickness and the follicular unit level (infundibular, isthmic and sub-isthmic), as well as iSCC being present directly adjacent to the follicular basalis.
Results
Follicular extension was present in 25.9% of the cases (50 cases), usually extending into the lower follicular segment. The iSCC was present directly adjacent to the follicular basalis in 58% of the cases (29 cases), correlating highly with the depth of follicular extension (infundibular: 3/12; isthmic: 21/33; sub-isthmic 5/5).
Conclusion
The depth of follicular extension of atypical keratinocytes in an AK correlates with the development of depth of invasion of an associated iSCC, irrespective of the pathway of origin. It is therefore important to note the presence and the depth of follicular extension when diagnosing an AK, since follicular extension likely accounts for a significant proportion of recurrent AK and the development of iSCC following superficial treatment modalities.
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Clinical and Instrumental Evaluation of Late Dysphagia in Patients With Oropharynx and Nasopharynx Cancer, Candidates to Combined Radiochemotherapy With Intensity Modulated Technique (IMRT)
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The international WAO/EAACI guideline for the management of hereditary angioedema – the 2017 revision and update
Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) is a rare and disabling disease. Early diagnosis and appropriate therapy are essential. This update and revision of the global guideline for HAE provides up-to-date consensus recomm...
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Clinically diagnosed cholecystitis: a case series
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False-positive radioiodine accumulation in a huge pelvic mass after thyroidectomy for papillary carcinoma, a case report from Syria
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Bowel endometriosis treated with simultaneous ileocecal and rectal resection
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Seroclearance of hepatitis B surface antigen following hepatitis E exacerbation on chronic hepatitis E and B dual infection in a renal transplant recipient: a case report
Hepatitis E virus infection usually causes an acute and self-resolving hepatitis. In areas where chronic hepatitis B virus infection is prevalent, acute hepatitis E virus superinfection on chronic hepatitis B ...
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"Grundbesitzer aus Estland": Activist Regionalism in the Baltic Sea Area in 1916
Kuldkepp, M; (2012) "Grundbesitzer aus Estland": Activist Regionalism in the Baltic Sea Area in 1916. Ajalooline Ajakiri. The Estonian Historical Journal , 1/2 (139/140) pp. 137-165. 10.12697/%25x . Green open access
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First non-destructive internal imaging of Rangea, an icon of complex Ediacaran life
Sharp, AC; Evans, AR; Wilson, SA; Vickers-Rich, P; (2017) First non-destructive internal imaging of Rangea, an icon of complex Ediacaran life. Precambrian Research , 299 pp. 303-308. 10.1016/j.precamres.2017.07.023 .
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Description of new cranial material of Propalorchestes (Marsupialia: Palorchestidae) from the middle Miocene camfield beds, Northern Territory, Australia
Trusler, PW; Sharp, AC; (2016) Description of new cranial material of Propalorchestes (Marsupialia: Palorchestidae) from the middle Miocene camfield beds, Northern Territory, Australia. Memoirs of Museum Victoria , 74 pp. 291-324. 10.24199/j.mmv.2016.74.21 . Green open access
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miRNA-126 Orchestrates an Oncogenic Program in B Cell Precursor Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Nucera, S; Giustacchini, A; Boccalatte, F; Calabria, A; Fanciullo, C; Plati, T; Ranghetti, A; ... Naldini, L; + view all Nucera, S; Giustacchini, A; Boccalatte, F; Calabria, A; Fanciullo, C; Plati, T; Ranghetti, A; Garcia-Manteiga, J; Cittaro, D; Benedicenti, F; Lechman, ER; Dick, JE; Ponzoni, M; Ciceri, F; Montini, E; Gentner, B; Naldini, L; - view fewer (2016) miRNA-126 Orchestrates an Oncogenic Program in B Cell Precursor Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Cancer Cell , 29 (6) pp. 905-921. 10.1016/j.ccell.2016.05.007 . Green open access
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OVAS: an open-source variant analysis suite with inheritance modelling
Mozere, M; Tekman, M; Kari, J; Bockenhauer, D; Kleta, R; Stanescu, H; (2018) OVAS: an open-source variant analysis suite with inheritance modelling. BMC Bioinformatics , 19 p. 46. 10.1186/s12859-018-2030-8 . Green open access
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'Review of James E. Casteel, Russia in the German Global Imaginary: Imperial Visions and Utopian Desires, 1905–1941; Christian Bailey, Between Yesterday and Tomorrow: German Visions of Europe, 1926–1950'
Hewitson, M; (2018) 'Review of James E. Casteel, Russia in the German Global Imaginary: Imperial Visions and Utopian Desires, 1905–1941; Christian Bailey, Between Yesterday and Tomorrow: German Visions of Europe, 1926–1950'. [Review]. Journal of Modern History , 90 pp. 224-227. 10.1086/695924 .
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The Ottawa Statement on the ethical design and conduct of cluster randomised trials
Edwards, SJL; Weijer, C; (2012) The Ottawa Statement on the ethical design and conduct of cluster randomised trials. PLoS Medicine , 9 (11) , Article e1001346. 10.1371/journal.pmed.1001346 . Green open access
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Virtual experiments in collaborative archival education: constructing a digital laboratory for digital learning
Anderson, K; Bastian, J; Flinn, A; Samuelsson, G; (2012) Virtual experiments in collaborative archival education: constructing a digital laboratory for digital learning. Comma , 2012 (2) pp. 97-104. 10.3828/comma.2012.2.10 . Green open access
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Motile cilia defects in diseases other than primary ciliary dyskinesia: The contemporary diagnostic and research role for transmission electron microscopy
Mitchison, HM; Shoemark, A; (2017) Motile cilia defects in diseases other than primary ciliary dyskinesia: The contemporary diagnostic and research role for transmission electron microscopy. Ultrastructural Pathology , 41 (6) pp. 415-427. 10.1080/01913123.2017.1370050 .
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Detection and estimation of capillary interparticle forces in the material of a fluidized bed reactor at high temperature by powder flow characterization
Chirone, R; Lettieri, P; poletto, M; barletta, D; (2018) Detection and estimation of capillary interparticle forces in the material of a fluidized bed reactor at high temperature by powder flow characterization. Powder Technology 10.1016/j.powtec.2018.02.024 .
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A smartphone app to reduce excessive alcohol consumption: Identifying the effectiveness of intervention components in a factorial randomised control trial
Crane, D; Garnett, C; Michie, S; West, R; Brown, J; (2018) A smartphone app to reduce excessive alcohol consumption: Identifying the effectiveness of intervention components in a factorial randomised control trial. Scientific Reports (In press).
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SCA Tethering-PCR: A Rapid Genetic Test for the Diagnosis of SCA1-3, 6, and 7 by PCR and Capillary Electrophoresis
Cagnoli, C; Brussino, A; Mancini, C; Ferrone, M; Orsi, L; Salmin, P; Pappi, P; ... Brusco, A; + view all Cagnoli, C; Brussino, A; Mancini, C; Ferrone, M; Orsi, L; Salmin, P; Pappi, P; Giorgio, E; Pozzi, E; Cavalieri, S; Di Gregorio, E; Ferrero, M; Filla, A; De Michele, G; Gellera, C; Mariotti, C; Nethisinghe, S; Giunti, P; Stevanin, G; Brusco, A; - view fewer (2018) SCA Tethering-PCR: A Rapid Genetic Test for the Diagnosis of SCA1-3, 6, and 7 by PCR and Capillary Electrophoresis. The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics 10.1016/j.jmoldx.2017.12.006 . (In press).
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Coupling of Rigor Mortis and Intestinal Necrosis During C. elegans Organismal Death
Galimov, E; Pryor, R; POOLE, S; Benedetto, A; Pincus, Z; Gems, D; (2018) Coupling of Rigor Mortis and Intestinal Necrosis During C. elegans Organismal Death. Cell Reports (In press).
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Introduction: Making parenting work for children’s mental health
Essau, CA; Allen, JL; (2015) Introduction: Making parenting work for children's mental health. In: Essau, CA and Allen, JL, (eds.) UNSPECIFIED (pp. 1-2). Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health: London, United Kingdom.
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Environmental Context Detection for Adaptive Navigation using GNSS Measurements from a Smartphone
Gao, H; Groves, D; (2018) Environmental Context Detection for Adaptive Navigation using GNSS Measurements from a Smartphone. Navigation 10.1002/navi.221 . (In press). Green open access
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The Role of Aesthetics and Design: Wearables in Situ
Pateman, M; Harrison, D; Marshall, P; Cecchinato, M; (2018) The Role of Aesthetics and Design: Wearables in Situ. In: CHI'18 Extended Abstracts. ACM: Montreal, QC, Canada. (In press). Green open access
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Targeted stem cells expressing TRAIL as a therapy for lung Cancer TACTICAL: a phase I/II trial
Sage, E; Davies, A; Kolluri, K; Patrick, S; Weil, B; Rego, RVTP; Edwards, A; ... Janes, SM; + view all Sage, E; Davies, A; Kolluri, K; Patrick, S; Weil, B; Rego, RVTP; Edwards, A; Bain, O; Santilli, G; Thakrar, R; Champion, K; Day, A; Popova, B; Fullen, D; Thrasher, A; Kalber, T; Forster, M; Lythgoe, M; Lowdell, M; Janes, SM; - view fewer (2018) Targeted stem cells expressing TRAIL as a therapy for lung Cancer TACTICAL: a phase I/II trial. Presented at: UNSPECIFIED.
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Uses of biologics in allergic diseases: what to choose and when
Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Author(s): Tara Vinyette Saco, Amber Pepper, Thomas B. Casale
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The Eosinophil: for better or worse, in sickness and in health
Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Author(s): Bruce S. Bochner
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Epinephrine auto-injector needle lengths can both subcutaneous and periosteal/intraosseous injection be avoided?
Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Author(s): Sten Dreborg, Laura Kim, Gina Tsai, Harold Kim
BackgroundAdministration of epinephrine should be intramuscularly in the anterolateral aspect of the thigh. The length of the epinephrine autoinjector, EAI, needle should assure intramuscular injection.ObjectiveTo discuss suitable needle lengths of EAIs based on ultrasound measurements related to weight.MethodsThe skin to muscle distance (STMD) and skin to bone distance (STBD) was measured by ultrasound on the mid third anterolateral area of the right thigh, applying either high pressure (max)(8 lb.)(HPEAI) or low pressure (min)(LPEAI) on an ultra-sound probe. Three hundred two children and adolescents and 99 adults were included. The STMDmax and STMDmin as well as the STBDmax and STBDmin were estimated.ResultsUsing HPEAIs, the risk of periosteal/intraosseous penetration was 32% in children weighing less than 15 kg. The risk of subcutaneous injection was 12% in adolescents and 33% in adults. With LPEAIs, there was no risk of periosteal/intraosseous injection and the risk of subcutaneous injections in adolescents and adults was less, 2 and 10%, respectively. A new EAI aimed for injection in small children would have no risk of periosteal/intraosseous injection but 71% chance of subcutaneous deposit of epinephrine.ConclusionCommon HPEAIs have a high risk of periosteal/intraosseous penetration in children and subcutaneous injections in overweight and obese adults. The LPEAIs have some risk of subcutaneous injection in adults. HPEAIs 0.1 mg epinephrine and shorter needle has no risk of periosteal/intraosseous injection but a high risk of subcutaneous deposit. For use in adult, over-weight/obese patients, HPEAIs and LPEAIs should have longer needles. Future studies should focus on the triggering pressures and the variations in needle length.
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Hypereosinophilic syndrome presenting acutely with neurologic signs
Source:Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
Author(s): Barbara A. Brunet, Rebecca M. Sugg, Patricia Stewart
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In vitro investigation on probiotic, anti-Candida, and antibiofilm properties of Lactobacillus pentosus strain LAP1
Publication date: May 2018
Source:Archives of Oral Biology, Volume 89
Author(s): Chirom Aarti, Ameer Khusro, Rakesh Varghese, Mariadhas Valan Arasu, Paul Agastian, Naïf Abdullah Al-Dhabi, Soundharrajan Ilavenil, Ki Choon Choi
ObjectiveTo investigate the probiotic characteristics, anti-Candida activity, and antibiofilm attributes of Hentak derived Lactobacillus pentosus strain LAP1.DesignThe probiotic properties of strain LAP1 was depicted by adapting standard protocols. The anti-Candida and antibiofilm properties of isolate were determined using agar well diffusion assay and ELISA reader test, respectively. The time-kill assay was performed using viable colony count assay. Further, the co-aggregation property of strain LAP1 was determined based on standard methodology.ResultsStrain LAP1 exhibited not only tolerance to acidic pH but also showed resistivity (P ≤ 0.05) to simulated gastric juice exposure. Similarly, the strain was able to tolerate bile salt, showed hyperproteolytic activity, and also depicted susceptibility to most of the antibiotics tested. Auto-aggregation phenomenon (37.5–60%), hydrophobicity nature (42.85%), and survival potentiality of strain LAP1 under freeze-dried condition (9.0 ± 0.01 log CFU/ml) made the isolate a promising probiotic candidate. Cell-free neutralized supernatant (CFNS) of strain LAP1 exhibited potent antifungal activities against C. albicans, C. tropicalis, and C. krusei with arbitrary unit of 150 ± 4.34, 200 ± 5.21, and 130 ± 5.13 AU/ml, respectively and depicted remarkable reduction in the biofilm formation of respective Candida sp. in a concentration dependent manner. Moreover, time-kill assay data provided the growth inhibition of all Candida sp. in a time dependent manner. Additionally, strain LAP1 revealed significant co-aggregate percentage with C. albicans, C. tropicalis, and C. krusei.ConclusionsL. pentosus strain LAP1 exhibited a good probiotic characteristics, potent anti-Candida activity, and significant antibiofilm property that could be undoubtedly recommended for its vast applications not only in food industries but also as biotherapeutic agent against Candida infections in pharmaceutical industries.
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Role of T1 mapping as a complementary tool to T2* for non-invasive cardiac iron overload assessment
Torlasco, C; Cassinerio, E; Roghi, A; Faini, A; Capecchi, M; Abdel-Gadir, A; Giannattasio, C; ... Pedrotti, P; + view all Torlasco, C; Cassinerio, E; Roghi, A; Faini, A; Capecchi, M; Abdel-Gadir, A; Giannattasio, C; Parati, G; Moon, JC; Cappellini, MD; Pedrotti, P; - view fewer (2018) Role of T1 mapping as a complementary tool to T2* for non-invasive cardiac iron overload assessment. PLoS One , 13 (2) , Article e0192890. 10.1371/journal.pone.0192890 . Green open access
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A multicentre study of validity and reliability of responses to hand cold challenge as measured by laser speckle contrast imaging and thermography: outcome measures for systemic sclerosis-related Raynaud's phenomenon
Wilkinson, JD; Leggett, SA; Marjanovic, EJ; Moore, TL; Allen, J; Anderson, ME; Britton, J; ... Murray, AK; + view all Wilkinson, JD; Leggett, SA; Marjanovic, EJ; Moore, TL; Allen, J; Anderson, ME; Britton, J; Buch, MH; Galdo, FD; Denton, CP; Dinsdale, G; Griffiths, B; Hall, F; Howell, K; MacDonald, A; McHugh, NJ; Manning, JB; Pauling, JD; Roberts, C; Shipley, JA; Herrick, AL; Murray, AK; - view fewer (2018) A multicentre study of validity and reliability of responses to hand cold challenge as measured by laser speckle contrast imaging and thermography: outcome measures for systemic sclerosis-related Raynaud's phenomenon. Arthritis Rheumatology 10.1002/art.40457 . (In press).
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Autologous fat transfer in the successful treatment of upper limb linear morphoea
Mura, S; Fin, A; Parodi, PC; Denton, CP; Howell, KJ; Rampino Cordaro, E; (2018) Autologous fat transfer in the successful treatment of upper limb linear morphoea. [Letter]. Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology (In press).
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Development of systemic sclerosis in transgender females: a case series and review of the literature
Campochiaro, C; Host, LV; Ong, VH; Denton, CP; (2018) Development of systemic sclerosis in transgender females: a case series and review of the literature. Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology (In press).
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Re: Jochen Walz. The "PROMIS" of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Cost Effectiveness in Prostate Cancer Diagnosis? Eur Urol 2018;73:31-2
Faria, R; Soares, MO; Spackman, E; Ahmed, HU; Brown, LC; Kaplan, R; Emberton, M; Faria, R; Soares, MO; Spackman, E; Ahmed, HU; Brown, LC; Kaplan, R; Emberton, M; Sculpher, MJ; - view fewer (2018) Re: Jochen Walz. The "PROMIS" of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Cost Effectiveness in Prostate Cancer Diagnosis? Eur Urol 2018;73:31-2. [Letter]. European Urology 10.1016/j.eururo.2018.02.003 . (In press).
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To meet in Moorfields: the places and spaces of revolt in early modern London
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Delayed cone-opponent signals in the luminance pathway
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Karl Bunsen sul primo incontro di Niebhur e Leopardi
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YAP/TAZ-CDC42 signaling regulates vascular tip cell migration
Sakabe, M; Fan, J; Odaka, Y; Liu, N; Hassan, A; Duan, X; Stump, P; ... Xin, M; + view all Sakabe, M; Fan, J; Odaka, Y; Liu, N; Hassan, A; Duan, X; Stump, P; Byerly, L; Donaldson, M; Hao, J; Fruttiger, M; Lu, QR; Zheng, Y; Lang, RA; Xin, M; - view fewer (2017) YAP/TAZ-CDC42 signaling regulates vascular tip cell migration. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America , 114 (41) pp. 10918-10923. 10.1073/pnas.1704030114 .
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Prostate Cancer and the impact on couples: a qualitative metasynthesis
Rivas, CA; Collaco, N; Matheson, L; Nayoan, J; Wagland;, R; Gavin, A; Glaser, A; Rivas, CA; Collaco, N; Matheson, L; Nayoan, J; Wagland;, R; Gavin, A; Glaser, A; Watson, E; - view fewer (2018) Prostate Cancer and the impact on couples: a qualitative metasynthesis. Supportive Care in Cancer (In press).
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"I couldn't think of anything worse than going there to be honest": Science museums, science centres and non-participation
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What is science communication?
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Working in Science Communication
Dawson, E; (2013) Working in Science Communication. Catalyst: Secondary Science Review , 24 (1) pp. 6-8.
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Modelling of irregular-shaped cement particles and microstructural development of Portland cement
Liu, C; Huang, R; Zhang, Y; Liu, Z; Zhang, M; (2018) Modelling of irregular-shaped cement particles and microstructural development of Portland cement. Construction and Building Materials , 168 pp. 362-378. 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.02.142 .
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Glass production in the first millennium CE: a compositional perspective
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HIC2 regulates isoform switching during maturation of the cardiovascular system
Dykes, IM; van Bueren, KL; Scambler, PJ; (2018) HIC2 regulates isoform switching during maturation of the cardiovascular system. Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology , 114 pp. 29-37. 10.1016/j.yjmcc.2017.10.007 . Green open access
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Randomised response: over het hoe en waarom van privacy-bescherming
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No future in archaeological heritage management?
Högberg, A; Holtorf, C; May, S; Wollentz, G; (2018) No future in archaeological heritage management? World Archaeology 10.1080/00438243.2017.1406398 . (In press). Green open access
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Redefining ecosystem multifunctionality
Manning, P; van der Plas, F; Soliveres, S; Allan, E; Maestre, FT; Mace, G; Whittingham, MJ; Manning, P; van der Plas, F; Soliveres, S; Allan, E; Maestre, FT; Mace, G; Whittingham, MJ; Fischer, M; - view fewer (2018) Redefining ecosystem multifunctionality. Nature Ecology and Evolution , 2 (3) pp. 427-436. 10.1038/s41559-017-0461-7 .
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A Survey of Formation Control and Motion Planning of Multiple Unmanned Vehicles
Liu, Y; Bucknall, R; (2018) A Survey of Formation Control and Motion Planning of Multiple Unmanned Vehicles. Robotica (In press).
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Impact of Previous Biologic Use on Efficacy and Safety of Brodalumab and Ustekinumab in Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis: Integrated Analysis of AMAGINE-2 and AMAGINE-3
Abstract
Background
Biologics used increasingly used for treating moderate-to-severe psoriasis. Efficacy may differ in patients with previous biologics exposure.
Objective
To investigate the impact of previous biologic exposure on efficacy and safety of brodalumab and ustekinumab in moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
Methods
Two placebo- and ustekinumab-controlled phase 3 clinical trials. Initial 12-week induction phase where patients were treated with brodalumab (210mg Q2W or 140mg Q2W), ustekinumab or placebo. Efficacy endpoints included: Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI 75) and Physician's Global Assessment (sPGA 0/1) versus placebo, PASI 100 versus ustekinumab, Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI) and Psoriasis Symptom Inventory (PSI). Adverse events were monitored throughout.
Results
493 patients (334 [27%] brodalumab 210 mg Q2W and 159 [26%] ustekinumab) received prior biologics exposure; 150 (12%) and 62 (10%) reporting previously failed biologic. Brodalumab efficacy in patients with or without previous biologics exposure was statistically equivalent; 40.9% and 39.5% of bio-naïve and -experienced patients achieved PASI 100 at Week 12, compared with 21.1% and 17.0% with ustekinumab (both P<0.001). In patients where prior biologics had been successful or failed, 41.7% and 32.0% achieved PASI 100, compared with 21.1% and 11.3% with ustekinumab. Tolerability was similar, and did not appear to be influenced by previous biologic treatment.
Conclusions
Efficacy of brodalumab 210 mg Q2W was similar regardless of prior biologic therapy (P=0.31, 0.32 and 0.64 for PASI 75, 90, and 100 respectively). Almost twice as many patients achieved PASI 100 or complete clearance at Week 12 compared with ustekinumab; differences most noticeable where previous biologics had failed. Both treatments were well tolerated.
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Risk of intraocular and other extracutaneous involvement in patients with cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma
Abstract
Background/Objectives
Cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma is an uncommon, usually benign disease affecting infants and young children. Ocular and other systemic involvement have been reported, but their incidence is unclear, and the utility of routine screening is not well established. Our aim was to characterize the risk of ocular and systemic complications in children with cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma.
Methods
In this retrospective study, we reviewed the medical charts of children with cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma seen at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, Illinois, between January 2000 and December 2015. A comprehensive literature review was also performed.
Results
Of 338 children with cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma, 76 (median age 6 months, 51% female) met inclusion criteria. The most frequently involved site was the head and neck region (40%). In 39 patients (51%), there was a single lesion. Multiple lesions (>5) were evident in 20 patients (26%). Most cutaneous juvenile xanthogranulomas were micronodular (77%). None of the patients had ocular involvement. One patient had multiple asymptomatic hepatic nodules on imaging that regressed spontaneously within several months. Literature review of pediatric cutaneous juvenile xanthogranuloma series, including our cohort, revealed that the incidence of ocular manifestations is 0.24% (7/2949) and of systemic manifestations is 0.75% (22/2949).
Conclusion
Cutaneous juvenile xanthogranulomas are generally limited to the skin. Because eye involvement is rare, a routine eye examination is of low yield and probably not warranted in children with no ocular or visual symptoms. New recommendations for systemic screening could not be drawn from this study.
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Familial papular epidermal nevus with “skyline” basal cell layer and multiple pilomatricomas: A new association?
Abstract
Papular epidermal nevus with "skyline" basal cell layer is a newly described keratinocytic nevus. Recently, papular epidermal nevus with "skyline" basal cell layer has been reported in association with extracutaneous involvement, and the term papular epidermal nevus with "skyline" basal cell layer syndrome is used to indicate a neurocutaneous syndrome characterized by the presence of papular epidermal nevus with "skyline" basal cell layer and different neurologic symptoms that seem to improve during infancy and adolescence. Multiple pilomatricomas have been reported in association with various syndromes. We report herein papular epidermal nevus with "skyline" basal cell layer associated with multiple pilomatricomas in two members of a family with the aim of drawing attention to this peculiar epidermal nevus to improve our knowledge of the syndrome.
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Color Atlas of Oral Diseases, Diagnosis and Treatment Edited by G. Laskaris Fourth edition Stuttgart, Germany: Thieme, 2017. ISBN 9783137170044
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