Publications by authors named "P K MASON"
Background: Exposure-related changes in exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO) and sputum eosinophils have not been thoroughly compared in the investigation of occupational asthma.
Objective: This study aimed at comparing the accuracies of the changes in FeNO concentrations and sputum eosinophil counts in identifying asthmatic reactions induced by occupational agents during specific inhalation challenges (SICs).
Methods: This retrospective multicenter study included 321 subjects who completed an assessment of FeNO and sputum eosinophils before and 24 h after SICs with various occupational agents, of whom 156 showed a positive result.
Aim: Clown doctors have a unique skill set and role, particularly in paediatric settings. Yet, there is limited research on whether clown doctors themselves could play a role in sharing these skills with health professionals. Acknowledging uncertainty in what our intervention should be, we used a design-based research (DBR) approach with the aim of (i) shaping the educational design and content of communication skills-based workshops for clinicians and (ii) understanding the educational impact on participants.
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- The Proteaceae family includes four Australian species, two of which are used to create domesticated macadamia varieties for their edible nuts.
- A study sequenced 166 wild genotypes from all four species, revealing clear distinctions between them in a phylogenetic analysis of their nuclear genomes.
- Extensive reticulate evolution was indicated by complex chloroplast phylogeny and geographical associations, which can help with the conservation of these species in fragmented habitats.
Challenges in cardiac implantable electronic device surveillance: Insights from real-world data.
J Cardiovasc Electrophysiol
December 2024