Publications by authors named "C McMahon"

Many protein bioconjugation strategies focus on the modification of lysine residues owing to the nucleophilicity of their amine side-chain, the generally high abundance of lysine residues on a protein's surface and the ability to form robustly stable amide-based bioconjugates. However, the plethora of solvent accessible lysine residues, which often have similar reactivity, is a key inherent issue when searching for regioselectivity and/or controlled loading of an entity. A relevant example is the modification of antibodies and/or antibody fragments, whose conjugates offer potential for a wide variety of applications.

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Cranioplasty is an operation that aims to repair a defect in the skull. Indications commonly include Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), tumours, and infections. It carries a high rate of postoperative morbidity.

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Background: The delivery of paediatric cardiac care across the world occurs in settings with significant variability in available resources. Irrespective of the resources locally available, we must always strive to improve the quality of care we provide to our patients and simultaneously deliver such care in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. The development of cardiac networks is used widely to achieve these aims.

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Article Synopsis
  • Vasa previa (VP) is a serious complication where fetal blood vessels are vulnerable near the cervix, requiring cesarean delivery before labor to avoid severe risks.
  • Different obstetric organizations have varying guidelines on managing VP, especially regarding hospitalization, steroid use, and delivery timing for asymptomatic patients.
  • Current guidelines lack robustness, relying on low-quality evidence and not incorporating new research insights, highlighting the need for more substantial evidence for improved management strategies.
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