Publications by authors named "A K Sands"

Accurate identification of evolutionarily significant units of rare and threatened organisms provides a foundation for effective management and conservation. Up to seven subspecies of the critically endangered Yellow-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua sulphurea) have been described, four of which were commonly recognised pre-2014. In the absence of genotypic data, C.

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Many highly recognizable species lack genetic data important for conservation due to neglect over their hyperabundance. This likely applies to the Sulfur-crested Cockatoo (Cacatua galerita), one of the world's most iconic parrots. The species is native to Australia, New Guinea, and some surrounding Melanesian islands of the latter.

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  • The spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest originally from Asia, has caused substantial damage in the Mid-Atlantic U.S. since its arrival in 2014, impacting natural and commercial plant life.
  • Quarantine zones have been established to control its spread, but the specific human activities contributing to its expansion are not yet fully understood.
  • Researchers created a statistical model to analyze the factors of infestation and accurately forecast its spread through 2025, highlighting the potential for targeted management strategies in addressing the invasion.
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Cardiac strangulation is a rare but potentially lethal complication of epicardial pacemaker insertion. We present the case of a 9-year-old girl who was identified as having cardiac strangulation on routine follow-up for an epicardial pacemaker inserted on day 1 of life for congenital complete heart block (CCHB). The potential clinical presentations and risk factors for pacemaker strangulation are then discussed.

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A child with pacemaker is an uncommon presentation to the general paediatric ward, and most clinicians without previous experience may not feel confident in assessing these patients. This article provides an overview of paediatric pacemakers and commonly found radiological and electrophysiological correlates along with clinical consideration.

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