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Impact of Maternal Emotional Experiences at Birth and Self-Regulation In Preterm Children
The results underline that maternal symptomatology could be a risk factor for the co-construction of interactive exchanges between mother and premature baby and for the long-term development of the infant's self-regulation ability.
Read MoreSentinel Lymph Node Biopsy In Patients with T1A Cutaneous Malignant Melanoma
SLN+ is low in patients with T1a melanomas, but younger age, lymphovascular invasion, mitogenicity, and head/neck primary site appear to confer a higher risk of SLN+.
Read MoreClinical Prediction Models for Pancreatic Cancer in General and At-Risk Populations
Identifying high-risk individuals using a risk prediction model could be a crucial first stage of screening pathways to improve the early detection of pancreatic cancer.
Read MoreTelehealth Privacy and Security Tips
Buzz, a HIPAA-complaint platform enables providers to conduct secure video conferences or calls with patients quickly, easily & seamlessly.
Read MoreEffect of Preoperative Low-Normal Cervical Length on Perinatal Outcome After Laparotomy-Assisted Fetoscopic Spina Bifida Repair
Low-normal cervical length (25-30 mm) as measured before in-utero laparotomy-assisted fetoscopic spina bifida repair may increase the risk of adverse perinatal outcomes, including PPROM and preterm birth, leading to higher rates of neonatal complications.
Read MoreThe Link Between Autism and Sex-Related Neuroanatomy, and Associated Cognition and Gene Expression
The results demonstrate an increased resemblance in both autistic male and female individuals' neuroanatomy with male-characteristic patterns associated with typically sex-differential social cognitive features and related gene expression patterns.
Read MoreTolvaptan for Children and Adolescents with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
Tolvaptan exhibited pharmacodynamic activity in pediatric ADPKD. Aquaretic effects were manageable, with few discontinuations.
Read MoreAntenatal Milk Expression as a Lactation Support Intervention for Parents of Infants With Severe Birth Defects
More research is needed to evaluate the feasibility, efficacy, and parent or provider perceptions of antenatal milk expression as a lactation support intervention for parents of surgical infants.
Read MoreStudy of Purine Derivatives and Their Relation To Renal Disorders In Patients With Psoriasis
The findings suggest that apremilast was a safe and efficacious add-on treatment in recalcitrant dermatomyositis, with an overall response rate of 87.5% and associations with downregulation of multiple inflammatory pathways.
Read MoreLevodopa Response in Patients With Early Parkinson Disease
In patients with early Parkinson disease, levodopa improves bradykinesia, rigidity, and tremor to the same order of magnitude.
Read MoreNeutrophil Extracellular Traps Contribute to Liver Damage and Increase Defective Low-Density Neutrophils in Alcohol-Associated Hepatitis
Neutrophils contribute to liver damage through increased NET formation which increases defective LDNs in AH. Alcohol induces phenotypic changes in neutrophils; HDNs are activated whereas LDNs are defective.
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