Publications by authors named "J McSweeney"

Telemedicine (TM) usage increased rapidly during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study is part of a larger mixed-methods study comparing TM and in-person visits of older adults with heart failure (HF) and describes patient's TM experiences during the pandemic. This study employed qualitative design using survey responses and individual interviews.

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Background: Fat grafting is a highly versatile option in the reconstructive armamentarium but with unpredictable retention rates and outcomes. The primary outcome of this systematic review was to assess whether secondary mechanically processed lipoaspirate favorably enhances the vasculogenic potential of fat grafts when compared to unprocessed lipoaspirate or fat grafts prepared using centrifugation alone. The secondary outcome was to assess the evidence around graft retention and improved outcomes when comparing the aforementioned groups.

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Young women breast cancer survivors face unique challenges in navigating diagnosis and treatment information while also navigating their own life demands (i.e., fertility, childcare, careers).

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Purpose: To determine the frequency of insert changes for combined maxillary and mandibular implant overdentures (IOD) using the Locator Legacy system. A secondary objective was to assess the survival of dental implants with IODs.

Materials And Methods: This retrospective audit reviewed clinical records with up to 12 years follow up from 785 patients who received IODs using the Locator system at a dental hospital.

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