Publications by authors named "J C Caicedo"
Introduction: Prior studies have demonstrated racial disparities in access to liver transplantation but determinants of these disparities remain poorly understood. We used geographic catchment areas for transplant centers (transplant referral regions, TRRs) to characterize transplant environment contributors to racial and ethnic disparities in liver transplant access.
Methods: Data were obtained from the Scientific Registry for Transplant Recipients (SRTR) and the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) from 2015 to 2021.
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- The study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of percutaneous endobiliary radiofrequency ablation (EB-RFA) for treating stubborn benign biliary strictures in 15 patients who had unsuccessful traditional treatments.
- Results showed a 100% technical success rate and an 87% clinical success rate after a median follow-up of 17 months, indicating significant improvement in patients’ conditions.
- The findings suggest that EB-RFA is a promising option for these strictures, though more extensive studies are needed for more conclusive evidence.
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- The study aims to culturally adapt the Awareness and Beliefs about Cancer (ABC) measure for Hispanic/Latino individuals in the US for better understanding and relevance.
- A detailed methodology involved translations, cognitive interviews with community members, and expert reviews to ensure both linguistic and cultural validity.
- Results indicated improvements in wording and topics, but some items still struggled with effectively distinguishing between different levels of awareness and beliefs about cancer.
Probabilistic Estimation of Cadence and Walking Speed From Floor Vibrations.
IEEE J Transl Eng Health Med
July 2024
Objective: This research aims to extract human gait parameters from floor vibrations. The proposed approach provides an innovative methodology on occupant activity, contributing to a broader understanding of how human movements interact within their built environment.
Methods And Procedures: A multilevel probabilistic model was developed to estimate cadence and walking speed through the analysis of floor vibrations induced by walking.