Publications by authors named "D Cortez"

8-oxoguanine (8-oxoG) is a common oxidative DNA lesion that causes G > T substitutions. Determinants of local and regional differences in 8-oxoG-induced mutability across genomes are currently unknown. Here, we show DNA oxidation induces G > T substitutions and insertion/deletion (INDEL) mutations in human cells and cancers.

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Introduction: Congenital complete heart block is a condition where there is a risk of Stokes Adam's attacks and sudden death may occur. Once the escape rate is too low, or other high-risk factors occur, these patients ultimately need pacemakers placed. Epicardial or transvenous pacemakers have typically been in employed dependent on size of the patient and other circumstances.

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Introduction: There is no prior report of an Aveir leadless pacemaker implantation into the atrial appendage via the internal jugular vein.

Case: A 44-year-old female patient with history of multiple ablations for sinus node dysfunction presented with symptomatic bradycardia. The patient had femoral veins <9mm, chronic pain at the femoral vein insertion sites, as well as a recent car accident with persistent leg pain due to femoral fractures.

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: essential oil (OEO) is safe, effective, multifunctional, and widely used. This study aimed to evaluate OEO's chemical composition and antimicrobial activity in vitro against and . : The composition of OEO was determined by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).

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Article Synopsis
  • Pediatric patients with congenital heart disease may experience sinus node dysfunction, and leadless pacemakers offer a viable alternative to traditional pacing methods.
  • The study involved a 16-year-old male with complex heart issues who successfully received a leadless pacemaker implanted in the atrium, monitored for safety and effectiveness.
  • Follow-up showed stable pacemaker function and promising longevity predictions, indicating this procedure is safe for older pediatric patients.
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