Publications by authors named "Anderson M"

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  • - Neuroendocrine neoplasms are a diverse type of tumors found in the gastrointestinal tract and lungs, which can complicate their diagnosis due to varied symptoms and locations.
  • - The article discusses the importance of different imaging techniques, like computed tomography (CT) for initial assessment and MRI for detailed soft tissue imaging of organs like the liver and pancreas.
  • - It also points out the limitations of these methods, such as MRI's challenges with bone evaluation and questions about the cost-effectiveness of CT and MRI for certain gastric lesions, aiming to enhance their efficiency in diagnosing and managing these tumors.
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This paper hopes to enhance understanding about entrenched grievance in a couple of ways: (a) Initially, the paper reviews how entrenched grievance reflects melancholic states of mind in terms of its avoidance of the pain of loss and change. But the main contribution of the paper is likely to be found in (b), that is, via detailed clinical material, the paper illustrates how earnest efforts on the part of the analyst to bring understanding may lead to cognitive entrapments such as the convictions incumbent in the "knowing" analyst. Further, that this knowing analyst may need to become aggrieved, that is, narrow, impatient and concrete towards her patient's entrenchment, and then to recogize this plight in herself before she can genuinely hear her patient's grievance about her from a wider view, that is as a complaint from the "lively self", deserving recognition.

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The ability to stop unwanted memories from coming to mind is theorised to be essential for maintaining good mental health. People can employ intentional strategies to prevent conscious intrusions of negative memories, and repeated attempts to stop retrieval both reduces the frequency of intrusions and improves subsequent emotions elicited by those memories. However, it is still unknown whether memory control can improve negative emotions immediately, at the time control is attempted.

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Atomic force microscopy (AFM) is a valuable tool for assessing mechanical properties of biological samples, but interpretations of measurements on whole tissues can be difficult due to the tissue's highly heterogeneous nature. To overcome such difficulties and obtain more robust estimates of tissue mechanical properties, we describe an AFM force mapping and data analysis pipeline to characterize the mechanical properties of cryosectioned soft tissues. We assessed this approach on mouse optic nerve head and rat trabecular meshwork, cornea, and sclera.

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  • Researchers studied how to tell if patients with chronic hepatitis B would benefit from an additional treatment called pegylated interferon.
  • They found that certain blood tests (biomarkers) could help predict if patients would lose a specific marker (HBeAg) after treatment.
  • The tests showed that lower levels of a certain biomarker at the start and during treatment could help identify patients who might respond well to the pegylated interferon therapy.
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  • Researchers studied two siblings with inherited PD-1 deficiency who died from autoimmune issues, including autoimmune pneumonitis and type 1 diabetes (T1D).
  • The current report focuses on two new siblings with neonatal-onset T1D linked to a specific mutation in the PD-L1 gene, resulting in a dysfunctional PD-L1 protein.
  • Despite lacking functional PD-L1, the new siblings exhibited normal immune cell development, suggesting that while both PD-1 and PD-L1 are important for preventing early T1D, PD-L1 deficiency does not cause the same severe autoimmune dysregulation seen in PD-1 deficiency.
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Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are rare neoplasms originating from neuroendocrine cells, with increasing incidence due to enhanced detection methods. These tumors display considerable heterogeneity, necessitating diverse management strategies based on factors like organ of origin and tumor size. This article provides a comprehensive overview of therapeutic approaches for NENs, emphasizing the role of imaging in treatment decisions.

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Neuroendocrine neoplasms (NENs) are a diverse group of tumors that express neuroendocrine markers and primarily affect the lungs and digestive system. The incidence of NENs has increased over time due to advancements in imaging and diagnostic techniques. Effective management of NENs requires a multidisciplinary approach, considering factors such as tumor location, grade, stage, symptoms, and imaging findings.

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Tetrahedrite (CuSbS) is an earth-abundant and nontoxic compound with prospective applications in green energy technologies such as thermoelectric waste heat recycling or photovoltaic power generation. A facile, one-pot solution-phase modified polyol method has been developed that produces high-purity nanoscale tetrahedrite products with exceptional stoichiometric and phase control. This modified polyol method is used here to produce phase-pure quaternary and quintenary tetrahedrite nanoparticles doped on the Cu-site with Zn, Fe, Ni, Mn, or Co.

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  • VEGFR2 is crucial for directing blood vessel formation in the placenta, and a study identified proteins MDMX and PICALM as key partners in its function.
  • Immunological methods showed the presence of several receptors, including the oxytocin receptor, in cells associated with angiogenesis and placenta function, suggesting novel pathways for fetal communication.
  • The research indicated a link between certain protein levels and pregnancy complications like preeclampsia, as well as differences in protein expressions among various delivery methods, highlighting potential implications for maternal and neonatal health.
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Case: A 54-year-old male with osteoarthritis of the right long finger metacarpophalangeal joint underwent PyroCarbon joint arthroplasty. Seven years later the patient presented for metacarpophalangeal joint swelling and pain. The workup was benign, without signs of implant complication or osseous abnormality.

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  • The CDC and ACIP endorse COVID-19 vaccination for patients with inborn errors of immunity (IEI), but there's limited knowledge on its safety and impact on infection severity in these patients.
  • A study involving a registry of 1,245 IEI patients across 24 countries was conducted to gather data on vaccination frequency, safety, and effectiveness, revealing that 64.7% were vaccinated, primarily with mRNA vaccines.
  • Results showed that vaccinated patients had significantly lower hospitalization and ICU admission rates when infected with COVID-19, indicating that vaccination is both safe and effective in reducing the severity of the disease in IEI patients.
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Nurses' demands and challenges can sometimes lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and a lack of focus on self-care. Implementing innovative strategies, such as role-play, may be instrumental in nurturing and rejuvenating the health care workforce. Role-play simulations offer a promising method to support essential skills and practices for health care workers.

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  • People with HIV experience higher mortality rates due to chronic immune activation and age-related health issues.
  • The study examined the link between clonal hematopoiesis (CH), immune markers, and HIV-related factors in a diverse group of 197 PWH, revealing a significant prevalence of CH (27.4%), especially in those with low CD4+ counts and prior opportunistic infections.
  • Results suggest that PWH, particularly those with a history of inflammatory complications, are at increased risk for CH, indicating the need for targeted interventions to reduce this risk.
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Background: Access to veterinary care has been identified as the largest animal welfare issue in contemporary society. Access to veterinary care is complicated by several factors, including the cost of care, potential language differences between providers and clients, the number of care providers, and distance to a care provider. Each of these factors alone can impact an individual's ability to seek adequate veterinary medical care for their companion animal, with an additional burden when multiple factors are present.

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Hydrogen/deuterium exchange-mass spectrometry (HDX-MS) has emerged as a powerful tool to probe protein dynamics. As a bottom-up technique, HDX-MS provides information at peptide-level resolution, allowing structural localization of dynamic changes. Consequently, the HDX-MS data quality is largely determined by the number of peptides that are identified and monitored after deuteration.

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Purpose Of Review: Diabetic neuropathy is a debilitating complication of diabetes mellitus that affects millions of individuals worldwide. It is characterized by nerve damage resulting from prolonged exposure to high blood glucose levels. Diabetic neuropathy may cause a range of symptoms, including pain, numbness, muscle weakness, autonomic dysfunction, and foot ulcers, potentially causing significant impairment to the quality of life for those affected.

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Changes in climate can alter environmental conditions faster than most species can adapt. A prediction under a warming climate is that species will shift their distributions poleward through time. While many studies focus on range shifts, latitudinal shifts in species' optima can occur without detectable changes in their range.

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Purpose: To compare outcomes of robotic and open repair for uncomplicated, moderate-sized, midline ventral hernias.

Methods: From 2017 to 2021, patient characteristics and 30 day outcomes for all ventral hernias at our center were prospectively collected. We studied hernias potentially suitable for robotic repair: elective, midline, 3-10 cm rectus separation, no prior mesh, and no need for concomitant procedure.

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A distinctive complication with balloon-expandable (BE) THV platforms such as the Edwards Sapien (Edwards Lifescience) is the possibility of balloon rupture during THV deployment. Balloon rupture is a rare occurrence that can result in stroke due to fragment embolism, incomplete THV expansion, and/or vascular injury upon retrieval of the balloon. Careful evaluation of preoperative computed tomography is essential to identify high-risk cases.

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Since the UK commenced newborn screening for isovaleric acidemia in 2015, changes in prescribing have increased the incidence of false positive (FP) results due to pivaloylcarnitine. A review of screening results between 2015 and 2022 identified 24 true positive (TP) and 84 FP cases, with pivalate interference confirmed in 76/84. Initial C5 carnitine (C5C) did not discriminate between FP and TP with median (range) C5C of 2.

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