Automation of a modular method (EN 1528) for analysis of GC-amenable pesticides in food of animal origin.

Current manual multi-methods for analysis of pesticides are limited due to their complexity and scope of pesticides, high demand for time and solvent or unsuitability for broad types of food of animal origin. The following research presents a novel automated sample preparation and purification method for various food matrices of animal origin, including milk, raw milk, dairy products, cheese, eggs, fish, fish products, and offal. The Ultra-Turrax® Tube Drive System enables quick fat extraction using a solvent mixture of cyclohexane/ethyl acetate/acetonitrile.

The Asymmetry Within: A Renewed Look at Cupids Bow in Unilateral Cleft Lip.

The purpose of this study is to analyze the angular variations within Cupid's bow in patients with unoperated unilateral cleft lip (UCL). Angular features of Cupid's bow were quantified in standardized presurgical photographs of children with UCL by 5 medical professionals specializing in craniofacial anomalies. The peaks and valley of Cupid's bow were identified.

Monobloc Differential Distraction Osteogenesis.

Midface advancement at the monobloc level can be the seminal life event for patients with craniofacial dysostosis. Monobloc reconstruction, when planned appropriately, can simultaneously and definitively address multiple functional and aesthetic deficiencies in these patients. The application of distraction has reduced the morbidity experienced with traditional monobloc surgery.

Pediatric Blood Management Protocol in Cranial Vault Surgery.

Background: Cranial vault surgeries are invasive, extensive procedures with blood transfusions being frequently required. Previous interventions have been described to attempt to decrease the transfusion burden. The objective of this study is to determine if a Pediatric Blood Management (PBM) team can reduce transfusion requirements in children undergoing cranial vault surgery.

Salvage or Solution: Alloplastic Reconstruction in Hemifacial Microsomia.

Introduction: Skeletal reconstruction in severe grades of hemifacial microsomia (HFM) continues to be challenging. Traditional techniques of autografts and osseous distraction for reconstruction of the glenoid fossa, condyle, and ramus can fall short of expectations and can create new problems. This intercontinental study analyzes the role of alloplastic skeletal rehabilitation in severe HFM.