Publications by authors named "R Steven Schiavo"
The analytical performance of the new Galactomannan Ag VirCLIA mono-test (Vircell S.L.) was compared to the Platelia™ Ag ELISA assay (Bio-Rad).
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- Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that impacts both patients and their caregivers mentally, and although intramuscular adrenaline is the recommended treatment, it's often not utilized as needed.
- The study involved 75 parents of children with severe food allergies who completed a questionnaire to evaluate their confidence in managing anaphylaxis and using adrenaline autoinjectors, leading to a five-factor model related to various aspects of anaphylaxis management.
- The developed questionnaire displayed high reliability and effectively gauges parental self-efficacy, helping clinicians pinpoint educational needs for better training and support in managing anaphylaxis situations.
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- The study investigates cognitive effects of COVID-19 on younger and older adults by comparing their performance over time.
- It includes 226 participants and reveals significant differences in cognitive performance, especially in memory recall patterns between the two age groups.
- The findings suggest that cognitive deficits in COVID-19 survivors may be linked to attention and concentration issues, aligning with the "brain fog" commonly reported post-infection.