Publications by authors named "M Alexis"

Popular video-sharing platforms YouTube and TikTok offer a plethora of information on the topic of breast implant illness (BII). As a largely patient-driven phenomenon, it is important to understand the influence of social media on patient knowledge regarding BII. This study sought to evaluate the quality, reliability, visibility, and popularity of YouTube and TikTok videos about BII.

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Purpose: The use of inotuzumab ozogamicin (InO), a conjugated anti-CD22 monoclonal antibody, is becoming a promising frontline treatment for older patients with ALL.

Patients And Methods: EWALL-INO is an open-label prospective multicenter phase II trial (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT03249870).

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While evolution is often considered from a DNA- and protein-centric view, RNA-based regulation can also impact gene expression and protein sequences. Here we examine interspecies differences in RNA-protein interactions using the conserved neuronal RNA-binding protein, Unkempt (UNK) as model. We find that roughly half of mRNAs bound in human are also bound in mouse.

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Article Synopsis
  • PFAPA syndrome is a common cause of recurrent fever in children that affects their quality of life; the study aims to evaluate the impact of partial tonsillectomy compared to total tonsillectomy on symptoms.
  • In a study of 36 children, partial tonsillectomy led to a significant reduction of 10 fever episodes per year, with some patients requiring totalization but no major complications reported.
  • Although partial tonsillectomy was less effective than total tonsillectomy, it provided a reduction in symptoms with fewer complications, making it a viable option while waiting for remission as children grow older.
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Fewer than one-fifth of all studies on gender-affirming care originate from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This is the first systematic review to examine surgical demographics and outcomes following gender-affirming surgery (GAS) in LMICs. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, five databases were systematically searched for original studies and case series on GAS within LMIC settings.

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