Publications by authors named "J T Monaco"

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  • The study aimed to evaluate short-term hemodynamic changes in heart failure patients with cardiogenic shock after the use of intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), focusing on the role of pulmonary artery pulsatility index (PAPi) in assessing right ventricular performance.
  • Conducted at a single center with 67 patients, the research highlighted significant changes in central venous pressure and mean pulmonary artery pressure in patients with low PAPi (<2.0) after 72 hours of IABP support, while patients with higher PAPi showed improved cardiac index.
  • Results indicated the necessity for increased diuretic and inotropic support in patients with low PAPi, reflecting their more severe condition compared to those with higher PAPi levels.
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Artificial intelligence has not achieved defining features of biological intelligence despite models boasting more parameters than neurons in the human brain. In this perspective article, we synthesize historical approaches to understanding intelligent systems and argue that methodological and epistemic biases in these fields can be resolved by shifting away from cognitivist brain-as-computer theories and recognizing that brains exist within large, interdependent living systems. Integrating the dynamical systems view of cognition with the massive distributed feedback of perceptual control theory highlights a theoretical gap in our understanding of nonreductive neural mechanisms.

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In recognition of the importance and timeliness of computational models for accelerating progress in neurorehabilitation, the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) sponsored a conference in March 2023 at the University of Southern California that drew global participation from engineers, scientists, clinicians, and trainees.

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An adult with unrepaired tetralogy of Fallot presented with frequent tet spells. Her course was complicated by severe cyanotic spells and tachycardia-bradycardia syndrome that limited beta blocker use to stabilize her spells. She markedly improved after disopyramide initiation and underwent successful tetralogy of Fallot repair with excellent functional outcome.

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Surfing has become a popular, non-age dependent sport that can be performed at most beaches. Hence, coaches and athletes have recognised the importance of physical preparation to enhance athletic performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of a sport-specific, land-based-home exercise programme (LB-HEP) on sport-specific assessments related to surfing performance in recreational surfers.

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