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This association remained significant only for HSI during multivariable analysis (moderate activity vs. low activity beta -2.0, 95% confidence interval (CI) -3.5, -0.37, p=0.016; and high activity vs. low activity beta -3.3, 95% CI -5.03, -1.60, p<0.001), after controlling for age, waist circumference, and the presence of metabolic syndrome. When using hepatic fibrosis indices, none of the participants had high probability of advanced hepatic fibrosis or cirrhosis (F3-F4). Consequently, we were unable to extensively evaluate the association between hepatic fibrosis indices and lifestyle characteristics or QoL.

We showed that HSI, but not other steatosis indices, remained robustly associated with PA after adjusting for potential confounders in a population unaware of the presence of fatty liver.

We showed that HSI, but not other steatosis indices, remained robustly associated with PA after adjusting for potential confounders in a population unaware of the presence of fatty liver.

To evaluate treatment results and investigate predictors of local control.

In this retrospective study of 236 patients with cervical cancer, we administered CT-based adaptive brachytherapy (BT) in combination with whole- pelvic (WP)- and central shielding (CS)- external beam radiotherapy (EBRT) with or without chemotherapy. The study cohort comprised patients with cervical cancer treated with definitive radiotherapy (RT) or concurrent chemoradiotherapy between June 2013 and March 2019. Local control (LC), overall survival (OS), and late toxicity were evaluated. Predictive factors for LC were analyzed by univariate and multivariate analyses.

Median doses of WP- and CS-EBRT and BT were 30.6 Gy

, 19.8 Gy

, and 40.3 Gy

, respectively. The 3-year LC rates for T1b2, T2a, T2b, T3b, and T4 were 100%, 100%, 97.3%, 86.9%, and 91.7%, respectively (p = 0.346). The 3-year OS for Stages IB, IIB, IIIB, IIIC, and IVA were 100%, 94.8%, 82.5%, 81.7%, and 74.6%, respectively (p = 0.037). Rates of Grade 3-4 gastrointestinal and genitourinary toxicities were 3.8% and 1.7%, respectively. Multivariate analysis showed that T3-4, nonsquamous cell histology, and high-risk clinical target volume (CTV

) D90 of BT < 36Gy

were independently associated with significantly poorer LC.

The combination of WP- and CS-EBRT and CT-based IGBT with or without concurrent chemotherapy produced favorable LC outcomes with low rates of late toxicities for patients with small or medium-sized tumors. However, LC was less favorable for patients who had large T3 disease, and the use of CS requires caution in these patients.

The combination of WP- and CS-EBRT and CT-based IGBT with or without concurrent chemotherapy produced favorable LC outcomes with low rates of late toxicities for patients with small or medium-sized tumors. However, LC was less favorable for patients who had large T3 disease, and the use of CS requires caution in these patients.There is emerging evidence for the use of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase inhibitors (PARPi) in patients with mCRPC with patients harboring germline or somatic mutations deriving clinical benefit. However, the toxicity profile of PARPi in mCRPC is not well established. In March 2022 a literature search was conducted across 4 databases - Medline, PubMed, Cochrane Library and Embase. In total, 14 relevant studies were identified cumulating in 2066 patients that were treated with PARPi. The overall ORR to PARPi alone or in combination with other therapy was 37% (246/666). In 5trials that investigated PARPi alone, the ORR was 39% (141/361). Treatment emergent adverse events (TEAEs) of any grade were reported in 96% (1034/1080) in PARPi treatment arms. TEAEs of grade >= 3 were reported in 57% (611/1080). 45% (457/1006) experienced treatment interruption whilst 31% (310/989) required dose reductions. 11% (114/1006) of patients had their treatment discontinued directly as the result of toxicity associated with the trial medications. The most common hematological toxicity was anemia, reported in 490/1160 (42%) patients. and lowered white blood cell count were the next 2most common toxicities, reported in 186/655 (28%) and 133/729 (18%) respectively. The 3most common non-hematological toxicities reported were nausea, fatigue and anorexia reported in 440/1013 (43%), 340/1013 (34%) and 274/1013 (27%) patients respectively. Overall, TRAEs associated with individual PARPi are still emerging with hematological toxicities being most apparent. Further toxicities will be informed from future clinical trials to allow improved treatment selection, education and management of toxicities in prostate cancer.

Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is guideline therapy following acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Novel, potent P2Y

inhibitors have been developed and studied but it is unclear how this evidence has been incorporated into patient care. We sought to describe the prescribing trends and health care costs of P2Y

therapy in Australia over the last decade.

The latest statistical data collected by the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme (PBS), Australia, was reviewed. PBS codes for coronary indications were selected. Yearly total prescriptions and cost were then compared between all three P2Y

inhibitors. Linear trend modelling was used to observe general trends over the data collection period.

Total yearly P2Y

scripts have more than doubled between 2010 (403,880 scripts) and 2020 (994,826 scripts). Clopidogrel is the most prescribed P2Y

inhibitor and has been for the last decade. Ticagrelor represents 26.2% of total prescriptions but accounts for 75% of PBS spending. More than $30 million is spent on ticagreloarge burden of spending. Whilst prasugrel is the most efficacious, cheaper than ticagrelor and guideline recommended P2Y12 inhibitor after ACS, it represented the minority of scripts before being withdrawn. Rather than use of a potent P2Y12 agent, clinicians are reverting to prescribing clopidogrel.

Obesity is known to impact outcomes of patients undergoing in-patient care in general. The association between veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) and obesity-related outcomes remains unclear. Therefore, we sought to investigate weight-associated differences of patients treated with VA ECMO.

A retrospective study was performed for patients who required veno-arterial (VA) ECMO support at our tertiary ECMO centre between 1 March 2006 and 28 February 2017. Patients were categorised according to Body-Mass-Index (BMI) associated values in six groups (underweight, normal range, overweight, obese class I-III). Further, patients were divided into non-obese (18.5-29-9 kg/m

) and obese (≥30 kg/m

) groups and analysed concerning baseline, ECMO-related, and general outcome parameters.

A total of 244 patients required VA ECMO support during the study period. Subgroup-analysis of BMI-category associated impact on in-hospital mortality showed the highest incidence of mortality in obese class II patients (93%) with a significant difference between overweighted patients. Non-obesity was present in 179, whereas 59 patients suffered obesity. Obese patients were significantly older (p=0.022) and suffered significantly more diabetes (21% non-obese vs 48% obese; p<0.001). Indication for support, laboratory parameters prior to ECMO, and ECMO-related outcomes did not differ between the groups. Obese patients showed a trend towards higher in-hospital mortality (70% non-obese vs 81% obese; p=0.085).

Obesity is associated with comparable outcomes to non-obese patients, showing a tendency of higher mortality. Obese class II patients presented the highest risk of death compared to all BMI categories.

Obesity is associated with comparable outcomes to non-obese patients, showing a tendency of higher mortality. Obese class II patients presented the highest risk of death compared to all BMI categories.The use of heparin for anticoagulation has changed the face of cardiac surgery by allowing a bloodless and motionless surgical field throughout the introduction of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). However, heparin is a drug with complex pharmacologic properties that can cause significant interpatient differences in terms of responsiveness. Heparin resistance during CPB is a weighty issue due to the catastrophic consequences stemming from inadequate anticoagulation, and the treatment of it necessitates a rationalized stepwise approach due to the multifactorial contributions toward this entity. The widespread use of activated clotting time (ACT) as a measurement of anticoagulation during CPB is examined, as it may be a false indicator of heparin resistance. Heparin resistance also has been repeatedly reported in patients infected with COVID-19, which deserves further exploration in this pandemic era. This review aims to examine the variability in heparin potency, underlying mechanisms, and limitations of using ACT for monitoring, as well as provide a framework towards the current management of heparin resistance.

To compare two surgical techniques, the Wendler glottoplasty (GP) and its modification, the vocal fold shortening, and retrodisplacement of the anterior commissure (VFSRAC) associated with laser assisted voice adjustment (LAVA) cordotomy, used to feminize the voice of transgender women by increasing the fundamental frequency (F

).

A retrospective study of 22 trans-women (20-62 years-old) was carried out. 12 of them were treated with GP and 10 with the VFSRAC+LAVA technique. selleck inhibitor They were evaluated before surgery and 6 months after surgery and the postoperative speech therapy. Laryngostroboscopy examination, F

measurements, Transgender Woman Voice Questionnaire (TWVQ) assessment and the perceptual assessment using a visual analog scale (PA-VAS) were obtained from all patients.

Laryngostroboscopic findings showed normal vocal folds before surgery and a shortening of the vocal folds, due to the anterior glottic synechia, after surgery. Significant increases of F

were found in both groups but they were higr results although when compared with previous studies it seems that the LAVA technique may not significantly contribute to the postoperative results. So, the VFSRAC technique followed by postoperative speech therapy could be recommended for trans-women who wish to feminize their voice.

To determine the existence of laryngeal neuropathy and the influence of gastroesophageal reflux in patients with episodic laryngospasm.

Single -center, observational study with prospective clinical collection.

Prospective analysis of 18 Spanish patients with episodic laryngospasm in a Spanish Public Center collected by otolaryngologist. The recruitment dates were from January 2019 to December 2019.

Data collection of 18 patients with episodic laryngospasm. Clinical characteristics, laryngeal neurophysiological studies and reflux esophageal testing were analyzed.

All patients have a trigger for the laryngospasms, being the most prevalent adopting the supine position (27.7%). EMG and ENG were pathological in 83.3 and 63.6 % respectively. Chronic bilateral denervation (increased amplitude and duration of potentials) with signs of reinnervation in the non-active chronic phase (large polyphasia), was the most prevalent finding. Evidence of gastroesophageal reflux either by pH meter, Gastroscopy or both was found in 38.