Publications by authors named "O Francois"
Background: The EXCELLENT registry aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the EMBOTRAP Revascularization Device in an all-comer population in a real-world setting, with a focus on the composition of retrieved clots.
Methods: EXCELLENT is a prospective, global registry of patients with acute ischemic stroke treated with EMBOTRAP as the first-line mechanical thrombectomy device conducted at 34 sites (25 sites contributing clot) from September 2018 to March 2021, utilizing core imaging and central histology laboratories blinded to clinical data, independent 90-day modified Rankin Scale assessment and Clinical Events Committee.
Results: After screening 3799 patients, a total of 997 subjects (mean age, 70.
Objectives: Automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) offer improved medication safety, greater efficiency and return on investment. However, integrating ADCs into medication dispensing processes can be challenging in complex hospital environments. This study aimed to draft suggestions to help hospitals adopt ADCs.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOvercoming Lead Penetration Failure in Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing.
JACC Clin Electrophysiol
November 2024
Left bundle branch area pacing is an innovative technique employed to maintain left ventricular synchrony. However, the operator can face challenges in penetrating the lead into the septum during screwing. Two pitfalls-helix-only penetration and shallow penetration-hinder lead penetration.
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- This in vitro study assessed how effectively torque is expressed in orthodontic brackets when it's placed in either the bracket slot or the bracket base, taking into account different archwire shapes (rectangular vs. rhomboid).
- Using a printed maxillary model and three types of brackets, the researchers gathered 105 torque measurements to analyze the differences in torque expression across various setups.
- Results indicated that the self-ligating bracket with torque in the slot (Damon Ultima™) was more effective in expressing torque compared to the one with torque in the base (Damon Q2™), while archwire shape did not significantly impact torque outcomes.
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- Achieving first-pass recanalization (FPR) during thrombectomy is crucial for better clinical outcomes in acute ischemic stroke patients, making it important to understand the factors that cause FPR failures.
- This study examined the relationship between thrombus composition and the success rates of FPR by analyzing thrombi from 267 stroke patients.
- Results showed that thrombi leading to successful FPR had more red blood cells and less fibrin and extracellular DNA, suggesting that certain thrombus characteristics can influence the likelihood of achieving FPR.