Publications by authors named "F A Caputo"
Objective: Superior vena cava syndrome (SVC) is a debilitating disease, and surgical reconstruction has been described with some of the best results using spiral great saphenous vein (SGSV) grafts. SGSV grafts can be difficult to construct, and a long segment of saphenous vein is needed. Femoral vein has been an excellent conduit for infected aortic and peripheral reconstructions in our hands, and we sought to review outcomes using this conduit for SVC reconstruction.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Disulfiram (DF), acamprosate, naltrexone, baclofen and sodium oxybate (SO) are currently the medications approved for the treatment of alcohol use disorder (AUD). In this context, combined pharmacological interventions and sex differences are an interesting area in the treatment of non-responder AUD patients.
Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of SO in combination with DF in maintaining alcohol abstinence in patients with AUD who failed to achieve abstinence either with SO or DF alone.
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- Allergic Rhinitis (AR) is a common condition triggered by aeroallergens, and this study investigates how a blend of specific probiotics affects AR symptoms and gut microbiota in affected individuals.
- The probiotic group showed significant improvements in their quality of life scores throughout the treatment period, particularly at four and eight weeks, compared to the placebo group.
- The study suggests that probiotics can enhance AR symptoms and promote beneficial bacteria in the gut, shifting the microbiota towards anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic profiles.
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- * The study looked at 40 CTD patients who had TEVAR for thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms or aortic dissections between February 2014 and April 2021, revealing most had previous aortic interventions and a significant number faced complications post-surgery.
- * Results showed a high reintervention rate (62.5%), with reinterventions typically occurring within the first year, and indicated ongoing risks for aortic-related issues, highlighting challenges in treating CTD patients
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- Vacuum extractors, or ventouses, are tools used during childbirth to assist with fetal delivery and are generally safe if used correctly.
- Using the extractor in the wrong position can lead to serious complications, such as cranial vault fractures and subgaleal hematomas, which can result in perinatal death.
- Thorough postmortem examinations are crucial for understanding the causes of death in these cases, as they can reveal improper instrument use and help reconstruct the events of the delivery.