Publications by authors named "Dema Egbaria"
Article Synopsis
- Inflammation is key in the development of atherosclerosis, and alpha-defensin, a neutrophilic peptide, may be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular events.
- A study involving 174 patients showed that those with higher baseline alpha-defensin levels had a 20% increased level among patients who passed away, suggesting a strong link between higher levels and mortality risk.
- The findings indicate that plasma alpha-defensin can independently predict mortality and need for repeat procedures in stable coronary artery disease patients, highlighting its potential for future cardiovascular risk assessments.
Parents' Adherence to Follow-up Testing Instructions Following Hospital Discharge.
Clin Pediatr (Phila)
June 2023
The adherence to follow-up testing instructions post-hospitalization is influenced by a variety of factors. Our aim was to assess the parental adherence to follow-up instructions and identify the factors that influence it. Parents of 200 children were asked about their adherence with these instructions; responses were obtained from 184 of 200.
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