Photodynamic nasal SARS-CoV-2 decolonization shortens infectivity and influences specific T-Cell responses.

Background: The main objective was to evaluate the efficacy of intranasal photodynamic therapy (PDT) in SARS-CoV-2 mildly symptomatic carriers on decreasing the infectivity period. SARS-CoV-2-specific immune-stimulating effects and safety were also analysed.

Methods: We performed a randomized, placebo-controlled, clinical trial in a tertiary hospital (NCT05184205).

Comparison of Single- Versus Dual-Vector Technique Using Facial Suspension Threads: A Cadaveric Study Using Skin Vector Displacement Analysis.

Background: Facial suspension threads have been successfully used for facial soft-tissue repositioning. When using facial suspension threads, it is unclear which technique and/or material has the greatest lifting effect for the middle and lower face or which technique/material best reduces the appearance of the jowls.

Material And Methods: Three female and 2 male cephalic specimens of Caucasian ethnicity (65.

Salivary Stone Pneumatic Lithotripsy in a Live Porcine Model.

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of endoscopic fragmentation and removal of artificial calculi in a live porcine model employing intracorporeal pneumatic lithotripsy. In this experimental study, 7 submandibular ducts were accessed and artificial calculi placed. A salivary pneumatic lithotripter probe was inserted through an interventional sialendoscope to fragment the calculi.

Endoscopic Salivary Stone Fragmentation with Pneumatic Lithotripsy in a Simulation Model.

Objective: To evaluate the endoscopic fragmentation and removal of human salivary stones by employing intracorporeal pneumatic lithotripsy in a clinical simulation model of the submandibular gland.

Study Design: Simulation model evaluating endoscopic management of human salivary stones.

Setting: Laboratory.