Publications by authors named "A Bier"
Background And Objectives: Myotonic dystrophy type 2 (DM2) is a multisystemic repeat disorder caused by the expansion of an unstable CCTG tetranucleotide repeat in the noncoding region of the gene. Standard diagnostic is based on Southern blot analysis or a unidirectional RP-PCR that amplifies the repeat from the downstream end.
Methods: Our study reevaluated 80 patients (cohort 1) with clinical suspicion of DM2 but homozygous negative results using the standard diagnostic repeat-primed PCR (RP-PCR).
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- * Conducted with 60 healthy adults in a randomized, double-blind trial, participants took either inulinase or placebo for 4 weeks after a 2-week placebo phase.
- * Results showed no significant differences in GI symptoms or safety biomarkers between the groups, indicating that inulinase is safe for use, warranting further studies for those with FODMAP sensitivities.
Suspected acute respiratory distress syndrome secondary to laundry detergent pod aspiration in a dog.
J Am Vet Med Assoc
December 2024
Objective: To describe the successful management of a pediatric canine with acute respiratory distress syndrome secondary to detergent aspiration.
Animal: An 11-week-old female Pembroke Welsh Corgi.
Clinical Presentation, Progression, And Procedures: The dog was referred for treatment of respiratory distress secondary to aspiration and ingestion of an unquantifiable amount of detergent from a laundry detergent pod.
Fructose consumption is associated with metabolic syndrome (MeS). Dysregulated lipid metabolism and ectopic lipid accumulation, such as in "fatty liver'', are pivotal components of the syndrome. MeS is also associated with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
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- * Research was conducted using synthetic pheromones and plant-derived chemicals (like allyl isothiocyanate) in various states to evaluate their effectiveness in attracting different flea beetle species.
- * Findings revealed variable attraction responses among Phyllotreta species to these substances, indicating potential for improved pest monitoring and management, though further studies are needed for optimal solutions.