Comparison of creatinine-based equations for estimating renal function for digoxin dose adjustment in patients with atrial fibrillation and heart failure.

The aim of this study was to determine an appropriate equation for estimating renal function to dose regulate the serum digoxin trough concentration to a target of <0.9 ng/ml in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and heart failure (HF). All patients received 0.

Indication for a skull base approach in microvascular decompression for hemifacial spasm.

Background: A thorough observation of the root exit zone (REZ) and secure transposition of the offending arteries is crucial for a successful microvascular decompression (MVD) for hemifacial spasm (HFS). Decompression procedures are not always feasible in a narrow operative field through a retrosigmoid approach. In such instances, extending the craniectomy laterally is useful in accomplishing the procedure safely.

Control of Diabetes Mellitus and Long-Term Prognosis in Stroke Patients: The Shiga Stroke and Heart Attack Registry.

Background: The relationship between diabetes control status and long-term prognosis after stroke incidence remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effect of diabetes status at admission on long-term survival in patients with first-ever stroke.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study was conducted based on the Shiga Stroke and Heart Attack Registry in Japan.

Effect of high-dose delivery on the attachment of meningiomas in Gamma Knife surgery: a retrospective study.

Background: Meningiomas have vascular supply from the tumor attachment on the dura mater. Gamma Knife radiosurgery (GKS) is known to have a vascular obliterating effect. This study aims to determine the benefits of high-dose irradiation to the tumor attachment compared to conventional dose planning in the long-term control of tumor growth with GKS.