The Effect of Perfusate Temperature on Delayed Graft Function in Deceased Donor Renal Transplantation.

Renal allograft hypothermic machine perfusion results in a decreased incidence of delayed graft function compared with static cold storage. Ensuring perfusate temperatures remain within the target range of 4-10 °C may impact delayed graft function rates. To identify whether this target was achieved and, if not, whether higher perfusate temperature was associated with delayed graft function.

Characterizing 30-Day Postoperative Acute Care Visits: A National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Collaborative Analysis.

Introduction: Many postoperative acute care visits (PACVs) are likely more appropriately addressed in lower acuity settings; however, the frequency and nature of PACVs are not currently tracked by the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP), and the overall burden to emergency departments and urgent care centers is unknown.

Methods: NSQIP collaborative data were augmented to prospectively capture 30-d PACVs for 1 y starting October 2018 across all NSQIP specialties, including visit reason and disposition. Data were analyzed using binomial logistic regression.

Self-administration of subcutaneous depot medroxyprogesterone acetate for contraception: feasibility and acceptability.

Background: The objectives of the study were to assess feasibility, continuation rates and patient satisfaction with self-administration of subcutaneous depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA-SC).

Materials And Methods: The study included 50 DMPA-seeking women between the ages of 18 and 49 years enrolled at two Florida Planned Parenthood health centers. Participants were taught self-injection during their initial study visit and, upon proficiency, self-injected one dose in clinic.