Publications by authors named "R Vassallo"
Background And Aims: The quality of a colonoscopy is heavily reliant on the effectiveness of bowel cleansing. Various cleansing solutions are currently available, but their comparative efficacy remains uncertain. This systematic review and network meta-analysis aims to compare the performance of different bowel preparations for colonoscopy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Pathogen reduction technology (PRT)-treated apheresis platelets (APs) were returned without platelet swirl and with pH < 6.2. The platelet donor was taking prescription levothyroxine and metformin plus over-the-counter medications and supplements.
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- The study sought to identify specific genetic-respiratory disease interactions that increase the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Using case-control data from Mass General Brigham and the Mayo Clinic, researchers found significant associations between certain respiratory diseases and RA risk, with particular genetic factors influencing this relationship.
- The results suggest that understanding these genetic-respiratory interactions could lead to more personalized approaches for preventing, diagnosing, and treating RA in the future.