Publications by authors named "M A Munar"
This study assessed the feasibility and security of remote surgical wound monitoring using the RedScar© smartphone app, which employs automated diagnosis for early visual detection of infections without direct healthcare personnel involvement. Additionally, patient satisfaction with telematic care was evaluated as a secondary aim. Surgical site infection (SSI) is the second leading cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), leading to prolonged hospital stays, heightened patient distress, and increased healthcare costs.
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- Tranexamic acid (TXA) is an antifibrinolytic drug effective in reducing mortality from traumatic brain injuries when administered within 2 hours, typically via intravenous (IV) access, which can be challenging to obtain in some settings.
- This study aimed to compare the total drug exposure of TXA administered through intraosseous (IO) access versus IV access in patients with moderate to severe brain injuries, using data from a prehospital trial.
- The results included a cohort of 966 participants, with 345 receiving TXA, showing no significant differences in demographics or renal function between those who received TXA via IO or IV access, indicating that both routes might have similar efficacy for drug exposure.
Atrial fibrillation is the most frequent chronic arrhythmia in patients with chronic kidney disease. Oral anticoagulation with vitamin K antagonists and now direct oral anticoagulants have been and are the fundamental pillars for the prevention of thromboembolic events. However, there are no randomized clinical trials on the risk-benefit profile of oral anticoagulation in patients with chronic kidney disease stage 5 on peritoneal dialysis and there is little evidence in the literature in this population.
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