Publications by authors named "E M Niu"

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  • Peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs) are commonly used in pediatric orthopedic surgery for pain management and quicker discharge, but they can lead to both short- and long-term complications.
  • A systematic review identified 16 studies (10% of those reviewed) that discussed long-term complications following PNBs in pediatric patients, with 9 reporting issues such as chronic pain, motor deficits, and reduced range of motion.
  • Overall, complications were noted in a small percentage of patients, with chronic pain occurring in 5%, strength deficits in 10%, and sensory deficits in just 0.07%.
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Introduction: Syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium ​​​​​​, has reemerged at an increasing rate globally in recent years, posing a significant public health concern. Visualizing and analyzing time series trends of syphilis across various demographics and geographic regions, and how syphilis trends varied during the pandemic coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), would help public health policymakers develop targeted strategies and interventions to effectively address the rising rates of syphilis, ultimately improving overall public health outcomes.

Methods:  A retrospective study was conducted using surveillance data on infectious syphilis cases reported to the Florida Department of Health, between 2013 and 2022.

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We screened 47 significantly associated haplotype blocks for oleic, linoleic, linolenic, and erucic acid, with 17 blocks influencing multiple traits. A novel candidate of transcription factor BnHDG4 A08 influencing oleic, linoleic, linolenic, and erucic acid was identified, by a joint strategy of haplotype-based genome-wide association study, genomic resequencing, gene cloning, and co-expression network Fatty acid (FA) composition determines the quality and economic value of rapeseed oil (Brassica napus). However, the molecular network of FAs is unclear.

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Case: Fourteen-year-old boy presented with bilateral proximal humerus lesser tuberosity avulsions after swinging between 2 desks. Injuries were not visualized on radiographs but identified on magnetic resonance imaging. He underwent bilateral open reduction and internal fixation of the bony avulsions.

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Background: Discoid lateral meniscus (DLM) is the most common congenital abnormality of the meniscus. Tears are common; treatment is frequently not definitive, often requiring reoperation.

Purpose: To report the clinical manifestations, physical characteristics, operative treatments and findings, complications, and reoperations of DLM in pediatric patients from multiple centers across North America.

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