Publications by authors named "E N Messer"
Purpose: Infection is the most common complication after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation. The immune status of LVAD patients is relevant for the incidence and severity of infection, but it is unknown if there is a predisposing immune status prior to LVAD implantation that contributes to an increased risk for infection in the post-implant period. We analyzed the pre-LVAD immune status in patients with infection within 3 months after LVAD implantation in comparison to infection-free patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Infection is a common complication following left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation. Patients with obesity are particularly at risk due to their high percentage of adipose tissue and the resulting chronic inflammatory state and resulting immunological changes. This study investigated changes of immunological parameters in relation to body mass index (BMI) during the first year after LVAD implantation.
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- Recent global initiatives have significantly increased access to formal education for children, highlighting the importance of school quality indicators in improving literacy and numeracy skills needed for the global economy.
- The study examined children's academic performance related to their age and various school quality measures across 10 diverse populations with different historical experiences in education.
- Key findings revealed that age positively influences academic achievement, while teacher-to-student ratios and availability of writing materials are crucial for improving literacy and numeracy, though the number of students per classroom was less impactful than expected.
Introduction: Infections are a major problem after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation that affects morbidity, mortality, and the quality of life. Obesity often increases the risk for infection. In the cohort of LVAD patients, it is unknown if obesity affects the immunological parameters involved in viral defense.
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