Publications by authors named "M Santantonio"
The current possibilities of diagnosing and therapies for olfactory disorders.
Expert Opin Pharmacother
June 2024
Introduction: Olfactory disorders significantly affect individuals, diminishing their capacity to detect dangers, appreciate flavors, and engage socially. Despite their considerable impact on quality of life, these disorders often receive less attention compared to other sensory impairments. This review emphasizes the importance of olfactory function and explores both traditional and innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF: Epistaxis, particularly in Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) patients, is a common otolaryngological emergency, often requiring complex management. A hierarchy of increasingly invasive interventions, from external compression of the nasal pyramid to nostril closure, is typically proposed and applied. : We conducted a retrospective study on HHT patients to assess the effectiveness and longevity of invasive procedures postoperatively.
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- A study investigated an outbreak of extensively drug-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae (NDM-KP) in Southern Italy from 2020 to 2022, focusing on genomic surveillance of the bacteria.
- Out of 459 carbapenem-resistant isolates tested, 22.6% carried the NDM gene, with high genetic similarity found in a subgroup of 27 isolates, all showing resistance to first-line antibiotics.
- The findings highlight the urgent need for genomic surveillance and infection control measures in healthcare settings to manage the risks posed by these hypervirulent strains.
Ultrasound-Guided Bilateral Erector Spinae Plane Block vs. Ultrasound-Guided Bilateral Posterior Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Analgesia after Caesarean Section: An Observational Closed Mixed Cohort Study.
J Clin Med
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of ESP block (ESPB) and posterior Quadratus Lumborum Block (pQLB) for pain management after elective caesarean sections.
- Results showed no significant difference in total morphine consumption between the two groups, but ESPB had a lower need for additional morphine doses compared to pQLB.
- Overall, both techniques were found to be effective for analgesia, with no adverse events reported, suggesting ESPB could be a good alternative for pain management post-surgery.
Background: Atypical Haemolytic Uremic Syndrome is an acute life-threatening condition, characterized by the clinical triad of microangiopathic hemolytic anaemia, thrombocytopenia, kidney injury. Management of pregnants affected by Atypical Haemolytic Uremic Syndrome can be a serious concern for obstetric anesthesiologist in the delivery room and in the intensive care unit.
Case Presentation: A 35-year-old primigravida with a monochorionic diamniotic twin pregnancy, presented with an acute haemorrhage due to retained placenta after elective caesarean section and underwent surgical exploration.