Publications by authors named "C Tase"
Article Synopsis
- The diagnosis of acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is complicated by symptoms that overlap with other conditions and the absence of specific biomarkers, making timely diagnosis critical for effective treatment.
- The study highlights the need for neurologists and radiologists to have a strong grasp of ADEM symptoms and the limitations of current diagnostic tools.
- A case study of a male patient illustrates the successful diagnosis of ADEM through comprehensive clinical, biological, and imaging evaluations, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between neurologists and radiologists.
Immunobiology
January 2019
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the effects of IL-13 on severe systemic infections caused by Candida albicans in mice, focusing on kidney infection outcomes and survival rates.
- Mice with higher IL-13 levels had fewer fungal colonies in the kidneys and survived longer, showing increased inflammatory markers like CXCL2 and neutrophils compared to control mice.
- In contrast, control mice showed heightened levels of TGF-β and IL-17 A after 10 days, suggesting IL-13 plays a complex role in modulating the immune response during the infection.
Article Synopsis
- Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder where the body produces antibodies that affect muscle function, particularly at the neuromuscular junction.
- A unique case of a patient with MuSK-MG undergoing an open cholecystectomy is presented, where anesthesia was managed successfully without muscle relaxants using propofol and remifentanil.
- Patients with MuSK-MG are at risk for respiratory issues and aspiration, so careful monitoring by anesthesiologists during surgery is crucial to avoid complications.
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to assess the availability of difficult airway management (DAM) resources and the use of capnometry in Japanese ICUs, specifically looking at backup coverage, supraglottic airway devices, dedicated DAM carts, and surgical airway devices.
- - Out of 289 ICUs, 196 responded, revealing that while in-house backup and surgical airway devices were readily available, supraglottic devices and DAM carts were less common, and only about 55.6% of ICUs routinely used capnometry for tube placement confirmation.
- - The results indicated a need for improvement in the availability of certain DAM resources and more consistent use of capnometry in order to enhance patient safety in Japanese ICUs.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the availability of difficult airway management (DAM) resources in Japanese helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) to ensure compliance with recommended guidelines.
- A nationwide survey in May 2015 showed that while surgical airways could be established by all HEMS, other essential equipment like back-up personnel and supraglottic airway devices were significantly lacking.
- The findings highlight challenges in prehospital settings, suggesting that providers must weigh the risks of performing procedures like endotracheal intubation in less-than-ideal situations due to limited resources.
