Publications by authors named "L A Blake"
Introduction: Racial and ethnic disparities in obstetrics persist globally despite improvements in maternal mortality rates and are related to access, experience and outcomes. We aimed to elucidate the racial and ethnic disparity in obstetric analgesia and anaesthesia.
Methods: Databases were searched and we included studies published in the English language conducted in all countries.
Essential amino acid (EAA) supplementation, including conditionally essential amino acid (CEAA) and branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) supplementation, has been suggested as a mechanism to optimize patient outcomes by counteracting the atrophy associated with orthopedic procedures. We sought to investigate the effect of EAA supplementation in the perioperative period on patients undergoing orthopedic and spine surgery, specifically whether it is associated with (1) reductions in postoperative muscle atrophy and (2) improved postoperative function including range of motion, strength, and mobility. We conducted a systematic review of the literature.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPotentially zoonotic Mycobacterium spp. are impacting freshwater ornamental fish in Trinidad and Tobago. Clinical cases presented at the Aquatic Animal Health Unit of The University of the West Indies, School of Veterinary Medicine, from September 2011 to September 2018 indicated the presence of piscine mycobacteriosis in freshwater ornamental fish from locations throughout Trinidad and Tobago.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: To delineate and understand the genetic variations among strains from Trinidad and Tobago associated with gastric diseases.
Methods: One hundred (n = 100) patients who routinely presented with clinical features suggestive of peptic disease were enrolled in the study and underwent gastroscopy procedures. Biopsy specimens were analyzed using serological and molecular methods.
Article Synopsis
- The study aims to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and initial effectiveness of an online mindfulness-based intervention (MIND4IBD) designed for adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) experiencing psychological distress, compared to a wait-list control group.
- The method involved 50 adults with IBD being split into two groups: one receiving the intervention consisting of six weekly 15-minute videos, and the other on a wait-list, with the feasibility assessed through recruitment and retention rates.
- Results showed that while the intervention group had a 48% retention rate, acceptability was high with a satisfaction score of 83/100, and the intervention significantly improved mindfulness levels when compared to the wait-list group.