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We found no evidence supporting the effects of biotic interactions on herbivory. Our results, at all levels of analysis, are consistent with the plant apparency theory, which posits that more apparent plants suffer greater attack. We did not find support for hypotheses stressing the role of neighborhood composition on herbivory. Similarly, the abiotic environment does not seem to influence herbivory significantly. We argue that plant apparency, rather than other biotic and abiotic factors, may be the most important predictor of leaf damage in the seedling communities of subtropical forests.Aim of the present study was to describe the left ventricular longitudinal strain (LS) in all myocardial layers in patients with severe aortic stenosis (AS), preserved left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) in different LV geometry and to compare LS analysis before and early after acute LV unloading provided by transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). 68 patients were enrolled. LS was measured from the endocardial layer (Endo-LS), epicardial layer (Epi-LS) and full thickness of myocardium (Transmural-LS) before and after TAVI. Patients were divided in two groups accordingly with relative wall thickness (RWT) concentric LV hypertrophy (cLVH) vs eccentric LV hypertrophy (eLVH). Less impaired values of LS at baseline were observed, in all layers, in patients with cLVHas compared to patients with eLVH (Endo-LS was - 13.2 ± 2 vs - 11.1±3 %, p = 0.041; Epi-LS was - 11.8 ± 1.8 vs - 9.9 ± 3 %, p = 0.043; Transmural-LS was - 12.3 ± 1.8 vs - 10.49 ± 3.3 %, p = 0.02, respectively). A significant improvement in endocardial LS (Endo-LS) after TAVI was detected only in cLVH(- 13 ± 2 vs - 14 ± 2, p = 0.011). Our findings documented that concentric LVH had better basal strain function and showed a better myocardial recovery after TAVI compared to eLVH.

Several studies have shown an excellent success rate of communication enlargement surgery for popliteal cysts (Baker's cysts). Ultrasound-guided surgery can improve the accuracy of this procedure and may lead to better outcomes. see more This study describes a simple ultrasound-guided arthroscopic technique to manage popliteal cysts and reduce postoperative pain.

After routine arthroscopic observation with a standard 2-portal approach, the arthroscope is redirected toward the posteromedial compartment from the anterolateral portal through the intercondylar notch. A posteromedial portal is then placed at this view. Subsequently, a contrast dye (indigo carmine) is injected into the popliteal cyst percutaneously using ultrasonography. This procedure makes it easier to find a capsular fold or valvular opening. The valvular opening between the semimembranosus and medial gastrocnemius is enlarged with a shaver and radiofrequency ablation. Cystectomy is not performed in any case. Finally, the irrigation fluid is suctioned, and the reduced cyst is visualized by ultrasound. Additionally, a periarticular multimodal drug injection is administered into the septum and inner wall of the cyst under ultrasound guidance.

Ultrasound-guided arthroscopic surgery for popliteal cysts can ensure reproducibility and be effective for postoperative pain relief. Thus, this combined procedure may be an optimal treatment option.

Ultrasound-guided arthroscopic surgery for popliteal cysts can ensure reproducibility and be effective for postoperative pain relief. Thus, this combined procedure may be an optimal treatment option.

The current article is a short review of an Alimera Sciences-sponsored symposium held during The 15th International Ocular Inflammation Society Congress in Taiwan on the 14th November 2019 entitled, 'Preventing relapse of non-infectious uveitis effecting the posterior segment of the eye - evaluating the 0.2 μg/day fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant.'

The fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant was approved in Europe for the prevention of relapse in recurrent non-infectious uveitis affecting the posterior segment of the eye and offers a systemic therapy-sparing treatment option by providing low daily dose of corticosteroid into the vitreous for up to 3 years. In the symposium, the presenters reported clinical outcomes from patients with non-infectious uveitis effecting the posterior segment of the eye to support the effectiveness and safety of the implant for up to 3 years in both randomised controlled trials and real-world practices.

Data showed that over a 36 month period, treatment with the fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant was associated with significantly fewer episodes of uveitic recurrence, a significantly longer time to uveitic recurrence, greater improvement in visual acuity, a lower need for adjunctive therapy, and an acceptable safety profile.

Data showed that over a 36 month period, treatment with the fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant was associated with significantly fewer episodes of uveitic recurrence, a significantly longer time to uveitic recurrence, greater improvement in visual acuity, a lower need for adjunctive therapy, and an acceptable safety profile.

There are variants of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and different groups of patients who are prescribed opioids. Patients with disabilities and those with chronic conditions might have different experiences in physician prescribing practices for opioids, when compared to a comparison group without these conditions.

To determine differences in opioid prescriptions related to PDMPs for people without cancer-related pain and with disability conditions compared to other adult opioid users without cancer, using a national database.

Opioid users were identified from the US Medical Expenditure Panel Survey. Disability groups were defined by diagnosis codes related to longstanding physical disability and inflammatory conditions. Our analyses used an event study framework and a difference-in-differences approach.

During a two-year panel period, PDMPs did not reduce opioid prescriptions for individuals with disabilities who use opioids. Our data show that individuals with disabilities who use opioids, on average, have a higher incidence of continuous opioid use and significantly greater amounts prescribed compared to other adults who have opioid prescriptions.