Publications by authors named "Stefano Scardia"

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is affecting millions of people globally. Several neutralizing monoclonal antibodies have been developed to limit the progression and complications of the disease. These treatments provide immediate and passive immunity.

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Introduction: The study aims to evaluate the seasonal variation of out-of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) in a tourist-intensive area.

Methods: Data of all OHCA treated by the Emergency Medical Service of Lecce (LE-EMS), Italy, between 2013 and 2017, were retrospectively analyzed and complemented with information about tourist flows, in order to determine the influence of the seasonal variation of population on incidence and outcome.

Results: Tourist arrivals were around 1,700,000 per year, mostly in summer, adding up to 803,161 residents.

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The occurrence of hypophosphatemia after iron infusion has been known for a long time but has only recently led to clinical concerns. It was considered to be of low clinical importance. The elucidation of the physiological mechanisms responsible for this effect, involving FGF23 and the ever-increasing number of cases with regard to the potentially very serious consequences on bone metabolism have recently raised probably justified concerns.

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