Considerations and Indications for Gastric Emptying Scintigraphy in Lung Transplant Patients.

Objectives: Gastroparesis is a complication following lung transplantation. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of gastroparesis in patients with lung transplants undergoing solid phase gastric emptying scintigraphy (GES). Specifically, we investigated which type of lung transplant is more susceptible to gastroparesis and whether timing of GES post-transplantation impacts diagnosis of severe gastroparesis.

Shark fin sign: A rare EKG finding in a patient with Takotsubo cardiomyopathy from influenza A infection.

This case demonstrated the rare "shark fin" ECG pattern, an ST-segment elevation typically seen in acute myocardial infarction. We reported a case of takotsubo cardiomyopathy secondary to influenza A infection with multiple organ failure, showing the shark fin sign and resulting in in-patient mortality and various complication.

Impact of COVID-19 infection on the in-hospital outcome of patients hospitalized for heart failure with comorbid atrial fibrillation: Insight from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database 2020.

Introduction: Atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure (HF) commonly coexist, resulting in adverse health and economic consequences such as declining ventricular function, heightened mortality, and reduced quality of life. However, limited information exists on the impact of COVID-19 on AF patients that hospitalized for HF.

Methods: We analyzed the 2020 U.

Vitamin D as a predictor of clinical response among patients with cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT).

Introduction: Cardiovascular and noncardiovascular comorbidities have been recognized as predictors of clinical response in patients receiving cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT). However, data on vitamin D as a predictor of CRT response are conflicting.

Method: We identified studies from MEDLINE and Embase databases, searching from inception to May 2024, to investigate the association between 25-OH vitamin D levels before CRT implantation and outcomes.

Impact of COVID-19 infection among patients hospitalized for conventional pacemaker implantation: Analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS) 2020.

Introduction: The cardiac pacemaker is indicated for treating various types of bradyarrhythmia, providing lifelong cardiovascular benefits. Recent data showed that COVID-19 has impacted procedure numbers and led to adverse long-term outcomes in patients with cardiac pacemakers. However, the impact of COVID-19 infection on the in-hospital outcome of patients undergoing conventional pacemaker implantation remains unclear.

Impact of comorbid heart failure among hospitalized patients with sarcoidosis: A United States population-based cohort study.

Background: There is paucity of data regarding the impact of concomitant heart failure (HF) on the in-hospital outcomes among hospitalized sarcoidosis patients. We aim to investigate the factors associated with concomitant HF and its impact on in-hospital outcomes among hospitalized sarcoidosis patients.

Methods: We utilized the 2018-2020 National Inpatient Sample (NIS) Database in conducting this study.

Neuroepigenetics of ageing and neurodegeneration-associated dementia: An updated review.

Gene expression is tremendously altered in the brain during memory acquisition, recall, and forgetfulness. However, non-genetic factors, including environmental elements, epigenetic changes, and lifestyle, have grabbed significant attention in recent years regarding the etiology of neurodegenerative diseases (NDD) and age-associated dementia. Epigenetic modifications are essential in regulating gene expression in all living organisms in a DNA sequence-independent manner.

Impact of UV Modifying Factors on the Incidence of Keratinocyte Carcinomas in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients: A Systematic Review.

Introduction: Solid organ transplant recipients (SOTR) are at an increased risk for developing keratinocyte carcinomas (KC). Four ultraviolet (UV) modifying factors have been identified that impact the incidence of KC: Fitzpatrick Skin Type (FST), race, sun exposure, and sun-protective factors.

Objectives: We conducted a systematic review to summarize the association between UV modifying factors and the incidence of KC in SOTR.

Inbreeding-Driven Innate Behavioral Changes in .

has long been used to demonstrate the effect of inbreeding, particularly in relation to reproductive fitness and stress tolerance. In comparison, less attention has been given to exploring the influence of inbreeding on the innate behavior of . In this study, multiple replicates of six different types of crosses were set in pair conformation of the laboratory-maintained wild-type .

Sustainability reporting and corporate financial performance of IPOs: witnessing emerging market.

The objective of this paper is to investigate the impact of sustainability reporting (SR) quality on the corporate financial performance (CFP) of initial public offering (IPO) in Malaysia. This research applies the OLS and WLS regressions through content analysis of annual reports. The data was collected from Datastream, where 131 IPOs listed companies on Bursa Malaysia between 2007 and 2017.

The impact of COVID-19 on hospitalization outcomes of patients with acute myocardial infarction in the USA.

Background/study Objective: The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic affected health care delivery, as it led to variable outcomes in different disease states including cardiovascular diseases. In this study, we evaluated the impact of coexisting COVID-19 on Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI).

Design/setting: We analyzed discharge records of AMI patients from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) in the year 2020.

Stroke and molecular imaging: a focus on FDG-PET.

Stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide, the second most common cause of dementia and the third leading cause of death. Though the etiology of stroke has been explored extensively, there remains open questions in the scientific and clinical study of stroke. Traditional imaging techniques, such as magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography, have been applied extensively and remain mainstays in clinical practice.

Clinical characteristics and treatment of patients with central pulmonary embolism and right heart thrombus.

Introduction: Right heart thrombus (RHT), also known as clot in transit, is an uncommon finding in pulmonary embolism (PE) that is associated with increased inpatient mortality. To date, there is no consensus on the management of RHT. Therefore, we aim to describe the clinical features, treatments, and outcomes of patients with simultaneous RHT and PE.

The role of F-FDG PET/CT in primary cutaneous lymphoma: an educational review.

Introduction: Primary cutaneous lymphoma (PCL) is a cutaneous non-Hodgkin's lymphoma that originates in the skin and lacks extracutaneous spread upon initial diagnosis. The clinical management of secondary cutaneous lymphomas is different from that of PCLs, and earlier detection is associated with better prognosis. Accurate staging is necessary to determine the extent of disease and to choose the appropriate treatment.

Cardiac Sarcoidosis With Elevated Cardiac Troponin Mimicking Acute Myocardial Ischemia: A Case Report.

Cardiac sarcoidosis (CS) is a disease entity with variable presentation causing significant morbidity and mortality. Concurrent signs of myocardial injury as evidenced by troponin elevation add to the complexity of an already challenging diagnosis. We present an unusual case of CS with elevated troponin I mimicking an acute ischemic cardiac event.

Retrospective analyses of the outcomes among hospitalized liver cirrhosis patients with heart failure and COVID-19 infection: Insight from the National Inpatient Sample.

Background: There is paucity of data regarding the impact of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection on the outcomes of hospitalized liver cirrhosis (LC) patients with heart failure (HF).

Methods: Utilizing the 2020 National Inpatient Sample (NIS) Database, we conducted a retrospective cohort study to investigate the outcomes of hospitalized LC patients with HF and COVID-19 infection, looking at its impact on in-hospital mortality, risk for acute kidney injury (AKI) and length of stay (LOS).

Results: We identified a total of 10,810 hospitalized LC patients with HF, of which 1.

The role of facilities management in fighting COVID-19 outbreak: Evidence from Malaysian public hospitals.

The aim of this study is to provide a holistic review of the fight against COVID-19 in developing countries, particularly Malaysia. Specifically, the study aims to determine how facilities management delivery in public hospitals can be improved to ensure readiness in handling COVID-19 cases. We conducted a review of the literature and reliable media updates on COVID-19 and services management.

Outcomes among ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) patients with cardiogenic shock and COVID-19: A nationwide analysis.

Background: There is paucity of data regarding the characteristics and outcomes of patients admitted for ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) complicated by cardiogenic shock (CS) with concomitant Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection.

Methods: Using the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) Database for the year 2020, we conducted a retrospective cohort study to investigate the outcomes of patients who sustained STEMI-associated cardiogenic shock (STEMI-CS) with concomitant COVID-19 infection looking at its impact on in-hospital mortality and secondarily at the in-hospital procedure and intervention utilization rates as well as hospital length of stay.

Results: We identified a total of 22,775 patients with STEMI-CS, of which 1.

Environmental pollution and sustainability of IPO performance: evidence from the Pakistani Market.

This study examined the effect of air pollution on the initial return of IPOs in Pakistan. Cross-sectional data were used to examine 102 listed IPOs on Pakistan Stock Exchange between 1996 and 2019. Ordinary least squares and quantile least squares were employed to examine the influence of air pollution on IPO initial returns.

Corporate social responsibility and patient's intention to revisit: A serial mediation study witnessing the healthcare sector.

The present study aims to identify the impact of corporate social responsibility on patients' intention to revisit the healthcare industry. Furthermore, mediating the role of patient satisfaction and patient loyalty along with serial mediation through corporate social responsibility =  > patient satisfaction =  > patient loyalty =  > intention to revisit was also tested. The present study is quantitative in nature, while the data for the study was collected using purposive sampling from 321 patients working in eight hospitals in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, Pakistan.

Development and Challenges of Diclofenac-Based Novel Therapeutics: Targeting Cancer and Complex Diseases.

Diclofenac is a highly prescribed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves inflammation, pain, fever, and aches, used at different doses depending on clinical conditions. This drug inhibits cyclooxygenase-1 and cyclooxygenase-2 enzymes, which are responsible for the generation of prostaglandin synthesis. To improve current diclofenac-based therapies, we require new molecular systematic therapeutic approaches to reduce complex multifactorial effects.