Publications by authors named "K L Dodds"
Background: Efforts to appropriately utilize laboratory tests have been underway for several decades. However, limited information is available regarding the status of laboratory stewardship at academic medical centers. Prior to initiating a laboratory stewardship committee, a study was initiated to gain insights from peer institutions.
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- * A study reviewed 15 patients who had pancreatic surgery for metastatic RCC over 18 years, finding that most had isolated pancreatic metastases and a long disease-free interval from their initial kidney tumor.
- * Five-year survival rates post-surgery were 32.7% for disease-free survival and 63.3% for overall survival, with specific factors like synchronous cancer leading to shorter survival outcomes, while a longer gap before metastasis was associated with better overall survival trends.
Individuals with Fontan circulation (FC) often have diminished exercise capacity and are at risk for psychological problems. The current study examines associations between exercise capacity and psychological functioning in children and adolescents with FC. A multidisciplinary team evaluated participants in a clinic for pediatric patients with FC.
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- A genotype-by-environment (G×E) interaction occurs when different genotypes respond uniquely to varying environmental conditions, with this study focusing on Chinook salmon under different water flow regimes.
- The research aimed to evaluate whether manipulating water flow in salmon production impacts genetic performance, especially since water flow is an overlooked variable affecting metabolism.
- Results indicated minimal G×E interactions between low and moderate flow regimes, suggesting that feeding behavior should be prioritized to enhance feed efficiency in salmon farming rather than adjusting for flow differences.
The Fontan operation is the current standard of care for single-ventricle congenital heart disease. Individuals with a Fontan circulation (FC) exhibit central venous hypertension and face life-threatening complications of hepatic fibrosis, known as Fontan-associated liver disease (FALD). The fundamental biology and mechanisms of FALD are little understood.
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