Statistical modeling of hemodynamic changes during orthotopic liver transplantation: predictive value for outcome and effect of marginal donors.

Aim: This study analyzed hemodynamic recordings collected on a beat-to-beat basis during orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). The first aim was to construct a graphic that will represent hemodynamic profile during OLT. The second aim was to compare the intraoperative hemodynamic pattern of survivors versus nonsurvivors and those who received a liver from normal versus marginal donors.

Salivary C-Reactive Protein in Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Subacute Thyroiditis.

C-reactive protein (CRP), an acute-phase reactant, has been identified as a saliva-based biomarker of inflammation. The objective of the study was to estimate and compare salivary CRP levels in Hashimoto's thyroiditis (HT) and Subacute thyroiditis (SAT). The study included 30 HT patients who presented with clinical features of hypothyroidism, 15 SAT patients who presented with clinical features of hyperthyroidism, and 20 healthy age- and sex-matched euthyroid controls.

Oxidant status and lipid profile in vegetarians and fish eaters.

Habitual consumption of moderate amounts of fish is associated with reduced mortality from coronary heart disease. However the beneficial effects of fish enriched diet seem contradictory, due to the susceptibility of the PUFAs in them to oxidation. It is also acclaimed that vegetarians in general, have a lower serum total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol and a better antioxidant status.

Oxidant and antioxidant status in vegetarians and fish eaters.

An adequate antioxidant reserve which is usually present in a vegetarian diet is associated with higher life expectancy. On the other hand habitual consumption of fish is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular diseases which is attributed to the polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) present in it. However the PUFA are readily susceptible to oxidation leading to the formation of free radicals which is known to be involved in the causation of several diseases.