Publications by authors named "I M Yee"

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  • * The CANPREG-MS study found that 37.1% of wMS delivered via C-section, which is significantly higher than the 28% rate in the general Canadian population, with many C-sections being unplanned and conducted for obstetrical reasons.
  • * There were few instances of MS relapses shortly after delivery, indicating that pregnancies in well-managed wMS do not significantly complicate delivery, providing valuable insights for healthcare providers.
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Introduction: Applications to pharmacy programs are declining worldwide. Previous research suggests that positioning of recruitment material according to prospective students' preferences may increase interest in the profession and entry-to-practice programs. The aim of this study was to determine messaging preferences for the role of the pharmacist.

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Background: There is increasing need for evidence-based data on reproduction for women with multiple sclerosis (MS). First-trimester (first 13 weeks) miscarriages are relatively common in the general population. It is therefore important to have information on the frequency with which this occurs in women with MS.

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We describe the case of identical twin boys who presented with low body weight despite excessive caloric intake. An evaluation of their fibroblasts showed elevated oxygen consumption and decreased mitochondrial membrane potential. Exome analysis revealed a de novo heterozygous variant in , which encodes the β subunit of mitochondrial ATP synthase (also called complex V).

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Objective: The objective of this prospective "real world" study is to gain insight into the different "roads to conception" that women with MS take as part of the prospective Canadian Multiple Sclerosis Pregnancy Study (CANPREG-MS).

Methods: Participants are women with MS who are planning a pregnancy. Data cut-off for analyses was April 30, 2020.

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