Publications by authors named "Oscar A Estrada Paz"

Article Synopsis
  • A case of paraneoplastic pemphigus led to severe respiratory failure caused by bronchiolitis obliterans, which improved with aggressive treatment.
  • The treatment regimen included high doses of corticosteroids, rituximab, niacinamide, and doxycycline.
  • This report is significant as it is the first documented instance of paraneoplastic pemphigus affecting the airways, highlighting the effectiveness of niacinamide and doxycycline in the treatment.
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Purpose: To integrate and evaluate an artificial intelligence (AI) system that assists in checking endotracheal tube (ETT) placement on chest x-rays (CXRs) in clinical practice.

Approach: In clinical use over 17 months, 214 CXR images were ordered to check ETT placement with AI assistance by intensive care unit (ICU) physicians. The system was built on the SimpleMind Cognitive AI platform and integrated into a clinical workflow.

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