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Conventionally, lymphatic spread is regarded as the principal mechanism by which haematogenous metastasis occurs in colorectal cancer. The aim of this cross sectional study was to determine the relative strengths of direct tumour spread, the presence of lymph node metastasis and histologically demonstrated venous invasion as drivers of haematogenous metastasis diagnosed at the time of resection of colorectal cancer. The data were drawn from a hospital database of consecutive bowel cancer resections between 1995 and 2017 inclusive. The presence of haematogenous metastasis was determined at the time of surgery by imaging or other investigations or operative findings. Where possible, histological confirmation was obtained. Specimen dissection and reporting followed a standardised procedure. Tumour staging was according to the 7th edition of the UICC/AJCC pTNM system. Analysis was by multivariable logistic regression. After exclusions 3133 patients remained, among whom 380 (12.1%) had one or more haematogenous merect tumour spread, made a greater contribution to the occurrence of haematogenous metastasis than did spread through lymphatics. Our approach and findings may have implications for other cancer sites apart from colorectal cancer.Molecular profiling was performed in 50 problematic ovarian sex cord-stromal tumours (SCSTs) most of which were seen in consultation. Following analysis, 17 were classified as adult granulosa cell tumour (AGCT), 16 of which showed a FOXL2 sequence variant (mutation); the initial favoured diagnosis in five of the cases was benign thecoma/fibrothecoma. Thirteen tumours ultimately classified as cellular fibroma or thecoma were FOXL2 sequence variant negative which was helpful in excluding AGCT. All six Sertoli-Leydig cell tumours (SLCTs) demonstrated DICER1 'hot spot' sequence variants, and one case each of AGCT and SLCT showed high grade histological transformation associated with a concurrent TP53 sequence variant. All eight unclassified SCSTs were negative for FOXL2 mutations and the six tested cases were DICER1 wild type; however, three tumours demonstrated MET, CTNNB1 or TP53 sequence variants. Four cases were classified as juvenile granulosa cell tumour, and one of these harboured a GNAS sequence variant. The single gynandroblastoma and microcystic stromal tumours in the series demonstrated FOXL2 and CTNNB1 alterations, respectively. In summary, molecular analysis aids in accurate classification of challenging ovarian SCSTs and sometimes leads to revision of the favoured provisional diagnosis. TP53 sequence variants may be associated with dedifferentiation in both SLCTs and AGCTs.Postpartum hemorrhage is a leading cause of severe maternal morbidity and mortality worldwide and the United States. While the rates of maternal mortality attributable to hemorrhage are declining, severe maternal morbidity continues to be a growing problem. Efforts in recent years to more appropriately identify patients at risk, define significant hemorrhage, quantify blood loss, and standardize approaches to care in pregnancy and postpartum have led to an increasing preventability of PPH. We aim to review the most current recommendation for the prevention and effective management of obstetric hemorrhage.

As marijuana's popularity continues to grow, patients with glaucoma will encounter conflicting opinions on marijuana's role in glaucoma therapy. This study seeks to define the differing perceptions among glaucoma specialists, medical marijuana dispensaries, and glaucoma patients in a state with legalized marijuana.

Cross-sectional study.

Medical marijuana dispensaries in Colorado, members of the American Glaucoma Society (AGS), and patients with glaucoma at the University of Colorado glaucoma clinic.

First, medical marijuana dispensary employees were surveyed using a mystery call approach and a brief phone script. Dispensary employees were questioned as to whether marijuana was recommended and whether marijuana was safe and effective. Second, a self-administered survey was distributed to AGS members to determine the history of recommending marijuana and influencing factors for or against this recommendation. Third, the self-administered glaucoma patient survey assessed demographics, history of glaucoma.

Few glaucoma specialists have recommended marijuana as a treatment for glaucoma, and an even smaller percentage of patients report its use as a treatment for their glaucoma. In contrast, many marijuana dispensary employees endorse its use. As legal access and public acceptance of marijuana escalate, physicians should be aware of these perceptions when educating patients.

Few glaucoma specialists have recommended marijuana as a treatment for glaucoma, and an even smaller percentage of patients report its use as a treatment for their glaucoma. In contrast, many marijuana dispensary employees endorse its use. As legal access and public acceptance of marijuana escalate, physicians should be aware of these perceptions when educating patients.

To gather the insights and opinions of pharmacist stakeholders to inform the creation of a community pharmacy practice-based research network (PBRN) in Pennsylvania.

A stakeholder advisory board of pharmacists, patients, and researchers was established to guide this research. This was a qualitative study using a semistructured interview guide.

Community pharmacists from the Pennsylvania Pharmacist Care Network.

Themes were identified that describe pharmacist insights and opinions on research participation and preferences for engagement in the PBRN.

A total of 16 pharmacists participated in the study. The pharmacists believed that participating in research would help demonstrate their value and commitment to improving patients' health. Enhancing patient-pharmacist relationships and driving innovation were additional benefits that were reported. The pharmacists believed that they could effectively leverage their relationships with patients to engage them in research opportunities. IDF-11774 datasheet The pharmacists reported that they would like to share research ideas and successful research practices with other members of the PBRN.

Gathering pharmacists' opinions on participating in research was an important step in developing a community pharmacy PBRN that meets stakeholder needs. The results of this study can help others who seek to form community pharmacy PBRNs that facilitate stakeholder-driven research.

Gathering pharmacists' opinions on participating in research was an important step in developing a community pharmacy PBRN that meets stakeholder needs. The results of this study can help others who seek to form community pharmacy PBRNs that facilitate stakeholder-driven research.