The Design and Impact of a Hospital-Based Neurodiagnostic Training Program in Electroencephalography and Polysomnography Technology.

This paper reviews the evidence base for an in-hospital 12-month training program in neurodiagnostic technology utilizing two educational tracks: Electroencephalography (EEG) or Polysomnography (PSG), employing standardized didactic courses via the ASET - The Neurodiagnostic Society EEGCore Curriculum EEG 200-211 and the A-STEP online sleep self-study modules by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Specifically, we examine the purpose, strategy, and outcomes for the training program that was established in 2016 at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago to support mission sustaining service lines.

Technical Tips: The Role of the Charge Neurodiagnostic Technologist.

The purpose of this strategic staffing study was to retrospectively evaluate the impact of the charge neurodiagnostic technologist (NDT) within a 24/7 pediatric NAEC Level IV, ABRET LAB-LTM accredited epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) during a 4-month pilot. The association between a high-reliability organization (HRO), Lean thinking, and organizational strategic goals were utilized as guiding principles. This paper reviews the operational need to further develop frontline neurodiagnostic leadership roles within Ann & Robert H.

Psychiatric Risk Factors and Burn Severity in Self-immolation.

Self-immolation, a form of self-harm involving setting oneself on fire, is associated with high mortality, morbidity, and healthcare burden. This study aimed to characterize potential clinical correlates and predisposing factors for self-immolation based on burn severity using TBSA percentage scoring. Additional objectives included identifying motivational elements, associated risk factors, and clinical characteristics to optimize patient care and reduce future self-immolation incidents.

A Modern Approach to Treat Molar/Incisor Pattern Periodontitis-Review.

Molar-incisor pattern periodontitis (MIPP) is a severe form of periodontal disease characterized by rapid attachment loss and bone destruction affecting the molars and incisors. Formerly referred to as aggressive periodontitis, the terminology for this condition was revised after the 2017 workshop on the classification of periodontal and peri-implant diseases and conditions. Despite the modification in nomenclature, the treatment strategies for MIPP remain a critical area of investigation.

Predictors and Impact of Pneumonia on Adverse Outcomes in Inhalation Injury Patients.

Inhalation injury (II) is the third mortality prognostic factor for burn injury following age and burn size. II can lead to pulmonary complications such as pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS); all of which have been hypothesized to increase morbidity and mortality in II. Herein, we aimed to identify variables associated with the risk of developing pneumonia and to determine the impact of pneumonia on selected II outcomes.