A Network Thermodynamic Analysis of Amyloid Aggregation along Competing Pathways.

Aggregation of proteins towards amyloid formation is a significant event in many neurodegenerative diseases. Low-molecular weight oligomers are considered to be the primary toxic agents in many of these maladies. Therefore, there is an increasing interest in understanding their formation and behavior.

Comparative analysis and evaluation of the effectiveness of demographic policies in EU countries (2009-2010).

Purpose: This article contains a comparative analysis and evaluation of the effectiveness of population policies in European Union (EU) countries, using multivariate analysis.

Data And Methods: To study these differences, it is primarily necessary to have the relevant data. The most recent database available was developed by the OECD in 2007 and currently covers OECD countries and most EU Member States.

Open and laparoscopic approach in incisional hernia repair with ePTFE prosthesis.

Background: The aim of this retrospective study was to analyze the results of incisional hernia laparoscopic and open surgery, focusing on the morbidity and postoperative implications.

Materials And Methods: A group of 106 (42 men, 64 women) patients suffering from incisional hernias were treated with either a laparoscopic (30) or an open (76) placement of a prosthetic mesh between January 1997 and December 2004. The age and gender of the patients, the size and type of the mesh, operation note, the length of postoperative hospital stay, and morbidity were recorded.