Publications by authors named "A MAZZEO"

Regulation (EU) 2016/429 introduces comprehensive guidelines for managing transmissible animal diseases, including zoonoses. The subsequent Commission Implementing Regulation 2018/1882 categorizes these diseases into five groups, each with specific responses, ranging from mandatory eradication to optional eradication or surveillance. Key regulatory priorities include enhanced animal traceability, biosecurity, wildlife pathogen control, sustainable farming practices, and minimizing the impact of diseases on public health, animal health, and the environment.

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Objective: This study was undertaken to characterize the clinical and genetic features of patients with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q11.2DS) and generalized epilepsy compared with 22q11.

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Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has put enormous pressure on healthcare systems worldwide. While the majority of severe cases present with respiratory failure, thrombosis or bleeding have also been reported at unusual sites. Major bleeding, particularly in patients treated with therapeutic anticoagulation, has been observed between the second and third week after the onset of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

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Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) often requires prolonged ongoing treatment to prevent worsening. The efficacy of rituximab in preventing worsening after the discontinuation of immunoglobulin therapy in CIDP patients was assessed. In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, conducted at seven Italian hospitals, CIDP patients under immunoglobulin therapy were assigned to receive either rituximab (1g on days 1, 15, and 180±7) or placebo.

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  • - ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) is a crucial procedure for diagnosing and treating biliopancreatic disorders, utilizing a mix of endoscopy and radiology to address issues like bile duct stones and leaks.
  • - The procedure often requires anesthesia due to its discomfort, with options ranging from moderate sedation to general anesthesia, making the choice of anesthetic methods significant.
  • - A narrative review was conducted to evaluate current anesthetic medications used during elective ERCP, particularly focusing on new drugs like dexmedetomidine, amidst ongoing debates about sedation levels and airway management practices.
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