Arterial-renal Syndrome in Patients with ESRD, a New Disease Paradigm.

Background: Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) often present with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Conditions of compromised cardiovascular health such as atrial fibrillation (AFIB) and peripheral arterial disease (PAD) may alter biomarker levels in a way that reflects worsening ESRD. This study profiled biomarkers and laboratory parameters of endothelium dysfunction in patients with ESRD, categorized by additional AFIB and PAD conditions.

Validation of a Cost-effective Cast Saw Simulation-based Educational Module to Improve Cast Removal Safety.

Background: Inexperience in cast removal in the pediatric population can lead to a range of cast saw-related injuries. The purpose of this study is to validate a simple simulation-based wax model that is both reproducible and economical while providing a valuable tool that can be used to grade cast saw use performance in trainees.

Methods: Cylindrical wax models were used as an analog for a pediatric upper extremity.