New insights into the dissolution mechanisms of iron oxides and combusted iron particles in oxalic acid.

The influence of oxidation state and crystalline structure on the dissolution mechanisms of both pure iron oxides and combusted iron particles in aqueous oxalic acid (0.5 mol/l) at 60 °C was systematically investigated. Dissolution experiments were carried out in a temperature-controlled, continuous-flow capillary reactor, allowing for the removal of reaction products and thereby suppressing the autocatalytic reaction mechanism.

The Effect of an Overnight Summer Camp on the Quality of Life for Individuals Who Require Ventilatory Support.

Purpose: Summer camps are a modality that addresses barriers to social interaction. Although there is a growing amount of evidence supporting camps for individuals with chronic illness, there is no known research on camp experiences for those who require ventilatory support. The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions of attending camp on self-esteem, social functioning, emotional functioning, and physical functioning for individuals who require ventilatory support.

HOSPITAL INSULIN PROTOCOL AIMS FOR GLUCOSE CONTROL IN GLUCOCORTICOID-INDUCED HYPERGLYCEMIA.

Objective: To compare the effectiveness of 2 insulin protocols to treat glucocorticoid-induced hyperglycemia in the nonintensive care hospital setting.

Methods: A randomized, open-label, parallel-arm study was conducted comparing standard recommended care of complete insulin orders (CIO) (i.e.

Ectopic ACTH-syndrome due to a neuroendocrine tumour of the appendix.

Ectopic ACTH production causes 10% of Cushing's syndromes. The diagnostic workup is difficult, can last more than 6 months (> 50% of cases), and the underlying tumour is still frequently not located (12%). Carcinoid tumours of the appendix are frequent and are revealed in 0.

[Transition clinics in endocrinology and diabetology for the chronically ill in Germany. A recent inquiry].

Background And Objectives: Transferring adolescent patients with endocrine disorders from paediatric to adult care units depends on regional facilities with varying efficiency. A nationwide system of transition clinics in Germany is actually not available, despite demands by physicians and patients.

Patients And Methods: We conducted a survey for the 36 German university hospitals to examine the regional existence and characteristics of actual transition methods.