Publications by authors named "J Guccione"
The clinical effects on the udder health of several trace elements-copper, iodine, cobalt, and selenium-contained in an intraruminal slow-release bolus were explored for the first time. Fifty-four dairy cows received the bolus (treated group, TG), while fifty-three were left untreated (control group, CG). Monthly composite milk samples were collected from 30 to 300 days in milk to measure somatic cell count (SCC); milk production was also recorded on the same days.
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- Three-dimensional echocardiography (3D ECHO) and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging are used to assess heart function in patients and animals.
- A study was conducted using swine models to compare myocardial contractility and left ventricular (LV) geometry derived from both imaging techniques.
- The results indicate a strong correlation between contractility and volume measurements from 3D ECHO and MR images, suggesting that 3D ECHO can reliably estimate myocardial contractility.
Temporal evolution of ascending aortic aneurysm wall stress predicts all-cause mortality.
Interdiscip Cardiovasc Thorac Surg
July 2024
Objectives: Diameter-based risk stratification for elective repair of ascending aortic aneurysm fails to prevent type A dissection in many patients. Aneurysm wall stresses may contribute to risk prediction; however, rates of wall stress change over time are poorly understood. Our objective was to examine aneurysm wall stress changes over 3-5 years and subsequent all-cause mortality.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: Current diameter-based guidelines for ascending thoracic aortic aneurysms (aTAA) do not consistently predict risk of dissection/rupture. ATAA wall stresses may enhance risk stratification independent of diameter. The relation of wall stresses and diameter indexed to height and body surface area (BSA) is unknown.
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- The study examines the pathology and tissue involvement of the Monkeypox virus (MPXV) in severely ill or deceased patients, emphasizing its impact on immunocompromised individuals.
- Researchers analyzed samples from 22 patients, finding extensive viral presence in tissues, including lesions in the digestive tract and lungs, along with various complications like necrosis and bronchopneumonia.
- The findings highlight the prevalence of coinfections, the severe implications for treatment, and the need for improved biosafety protocols in medical settings dealing with mpox cases.