Publications by authors named "M Vazquez-Del Mercado"
Background: Prenatally transmitted viruses can cause severe damage to the developing brain. There is unexplained variability in prenatal brain injury and postnatal neurodevelopmental outcomes, suggesting disease modifiers. Of note, prenatal Zika infection can cause a spectrum of neurodevelopmental disorders, including congenital Zika syndrome.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Distinguishing serous cystadenoma, a benign pancreatic cyst, from potentially malignant mucinous pancreatic cystic lesions carries significant clinical and prognostic implications; and while endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration is the standard diagnostic tool, its low diagnostic yield often results in additional workup.
Objective: This study evaluates diagnostic yield of fine needle biopsy (FNB) on lesions suggestive of serous cystadenoma on endoscopic ultrasound.
Methods: Patients with microcystic EUS appearance were identified through retrospective chart review in two institutions.
Article Synopsis
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected mental health, causing grief, isolation, and economic distress, alongside physical health impacts.
- The HRN campaign aimed to provide emotional support specifically targeting populations disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, using surveys and social media data to evaluate its effectiveness.
- Results indicated the campaign successfully helped individuals cope with stress and foster resilience, showcasing how culturally tailored mental health communication can support vulnerable communities.