Publications by authors named "Syo Kumano"
The use of sutureless securement devices during catheterization might reduce the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI) by suppressing catheter-exit infection and catheter dislodgement. However, the effectiveness of these devices in reducing CRBSI risk when securing hemodialysis catheters has not been explored. This single-center retrospective observational study examined 211 non-tunneled hemodialysis catheters (NTHCs) from 110 hemodialysis inpatients, of which 121 were secured using conventional skin sutures (Suture group) and 90 with GRIP-LOK (GRIP-LOK group).
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- The study explores the effectiveness of low-dose rituximab (RTX) therapy in maintaining remission and reducing reliance on immunosuppressants in adult patients with steroid-dependent minimal change nephrotic syndrome (MCNS).
- A total of 13 patients were observed over 34 months, with significant reductions in prednisolone and cyclosporine doses, allowing for complete remission in most patients after discontinuing these medications.
- The findings suggest that low-dose RTX is safe and effective for these patients, potentially working through mechanisms not directly related to B-cell depletion.