Publications by authors named "S Geis"

Introduction: Secondary complex microsurgical reconstructions after amputation and severe trauma injuries are often necessary to optimize functional outcomes.

Methods And Patients: We reviewed eight patients who underwent extensive reconstruction after severe trauma. The details of secondary procedures are further described in the article.

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  • Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloSCT) is a key treatment for blood disorders, but chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGvHD) can cause severe skin ulcers that traditional therapies often can't heal.
  • * A study analyzed three patients with difficult-to-treat ulcers from cGvHD who were treated with human amniotic membrane (hAM) transplantation, which has healing properties.
  • * Results showed that hAM led to complete healing in two patients, reduced pain and infections, and decreased the need for frequent dressing changes, presenting it as an effective option when standard treatments fail.
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Multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings have emerged as a promising approach for the treatment of cancer patients. These meetings involve a team of healthcare professionals from different disciplines working together to develop a holistic, patient-centered treatment. Although MDT meetings are well established in oncology, they play a minor role in other diseases.

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Background: After-Action Reviews (AARs) represent structured, qualitative evaluations of crisis interventions. Here, we describe the implementation of an AAR to assess the Corona Unit of the Duesseldorf Health Department.

Methods: We employed an after-action review (AAR) using the working group format supplemented by structured interviews with key personnel.

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Background: Extracellular vesicles are pivotal mediators in intercellular communication, facilitating the exchange of biological information among healthy, pathological and tumor cells. Between the diverse subtypes of extracellular vesicles, exosomes have unique properties and clinical and therapeutical applications. Breast cancer ranks as one of the most prevalent malignancies across the globe.

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