An Optimal, Power Efficient, Internet of Medical Things Framework for Monitoring of Physiological Data Using Regression Models.

The sensors used in the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) network run on batteries and need to be replaced, replenished or should use energy harvesting for continuous power needs. Additionally, there are mechanisms for better utilization of battery power for network longevity. IoMT networks pose a unique challenge with respect to sensor power replenishment as the sensors could be embedded inside the subject.

Iron therapy for preoperative anaemia.

Background: Preoperative anaemia is common and occurs in 5% to 76% of patients preoperatively. It is associated with an increased risk of perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion, longer hospital stay, and increased morbidity and mortality. Iron deficiency is one of the most common causes of anaemia.

Need For Whole Large Bowel Investigation in Sole Change in Bowel Habit: An Analysis of 719 Patients.

Patients referred for suspected colorectal cancer typically undergo whole large bowel investigation (WLBI) as per national guidelines. Sole change in bowel habit (CIBH) with no anemia/abdominal mass at time of referral has low oncological yield following diagnostic investigations, particularly for tumors proximal to the splenic flexure. Study aims were to evaluate cancer yield of patients referred for suspected colorectal cancer presenting with sole-symptom CIBH and to assess clinical and financial feasibility of a straight-to-test flexible sigmoidoscopy (FS).

A Comparison of Emergency First Presentations of Colorectal Cancer in Under-50 and Over-50 Year-Old Patients.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second commonest malignancy related death in Western Europe with incidence increasing in young adults. 31% of UK patients with CRC present as emergencies. We compare the incidence, characteristics, management and outcomes in two cohorts presenting as CRC emergencies; under-50 and over-50 years old.

A cohort investigation of anaemia, treatment and the use of allogeneic blood transfusion in colorectal cancer surgery.

Introduction: Preoperative identification and treatment of anaemia is advocated as part of Patient Blood Management due to the association of adverse outcome with the perioperative use of blood transfusion. This study aimed to establish the rate of anaemia identification, treatment and implications of this preoperative anaemia on ARBT use.

Methods: All patients who underwent elective surgery for colorectal cancer over 18 months at a single Tertiary Centre were reviewed.

Iron therapy for pre-operative anaemia.

Background: Pre-operative anaemia is common and occurs in up to 76% of patients. It is associated with increased peri-operative allogeneic blood transfusions, longer hospital lengths of stay and increased morbidity and mortality. Iron deficiency is one of the most common causes of this anaemia.