Analysis of Variation in the Origin of the Obturator Artery in Midwestern American Donor Bodies.

The obturator artery (OA) is typically a branch of the anterior division of the internal iliac artery. However, an aberrant obturator artery origin may lead to clinical complications. Because of its location in the pelvic cavity, the OA is at high risk of injury or laceration during a variety of pelvic surgeries.

Variations of the Cystohepatic Blood Supply in American Midwestern Donor Cadavers.

Knowledge of right hepatic artery (RHA) and cystic artery (CA) variations is crucial for surgeons performing procedures on the hepatobiliary system, pancreas, and duodenum. Commonly, the RHA originates from the superior mesenteric artery (SMA), while the CA originates from the RHA and is found within the cystic triangle during laparoscopic cholecystectomies. Here we investigated variations in the origin and path of the RHA and CA in a sample of American midwestern cadavers (n = 18) from the Gift of Body Program at A.

Learning to live with multiple sclerosis cognitive impairment and how it influences readiness for group cognitive intervention.

Background: Up to 65% of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) have cognitive impairment that negatively affects quality of life, social functioning, and work. Evidence is building to suggest cognitive rehabilitation is a helpful intervention strategy, and that a group approach can be effective for individuals with MS. Further exploration of how to maximize the potential of group cognitive interventions is warranted.