Publications by authors named "M O Baringer"

The potential weakening of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) in response to anthropogenic forcing, suggested by climate models, is at the forefront of scientific debate. A key AMOC component, the Florida Current (FC), has been measured using submarine cables between Florida and the Bahamas at 27°N nearly continuously since 1982. A decrease in the FC strength could be indicative of the AMOC weakening.

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Acute kidney injury (AKI) prevalence in surgical patients is high, emphasizing the need for preventative measures. This study addresses the insufficient evidence on nephroprotective intraoperative fluid resuscitation and highlights the drawbacks of relying solely on serum creatinine/urine output to monitor kidney function. This study assessed the impact of intraoperative fluid management on AKI in female breast cancer patients undergoing autologous breast reconstruction, utilizing novel urinary biomarkers (TIMP-2 and IGFBP-7).

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Article Synopsis
  • Pressure sore surgery has a high complication rate, with up to 46% of patients experiencing difficulties in healing despite surgical interventions, highlighting a need for better predictive tools.
  • A retrospective study identified key factors (like immobility and wound size) that correlate with impaired healing, using a logistic regression model on patients who underwent flap reconstruction for severe pressure sores.
  • The A-PePSI LIGhT scoring system was developed from these findings to help healthcare providers evaluate individual patient risks, aiding in preoperative decision-making and personalized care.
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In plastic surgery, lipofilling is a frequent procedure. Unsatisfactory vascularization and impaired cell vitality can lead to unpredictable take rates in the fat graft. The proliferation and neovascularization inducing properties of adipose tissue-derived stem cells may contribute to solve this problem.

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