Publications by authors named "T G Merrill"
Objective: The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of cavaletti pole height on temporospatial (TPS) and ground reaction force (GRF) variables as compared to a walking gait in healthy dogs.
Animals: A total of 25 client-owned dogs were included in this study.
Procedures: This study used client-owned dogs to explore the effects of cavaletti pole height on TPS and GRF variables.
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- * In a controlled experiment, ten dogs underwent a procedure to block blood flow to the brain temporarily and were divided into two groups: one receiving selective brain cooling and the other receiving no treatment.
- * Results indicated that while overall survival rates were similar, the cooled group experienced significantly slower progression of brain tissue damage after blood flow restoration compared to the control group.
Objectives: Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) creates individualized surgical plans for free flap reconstruction of mandibular defects. Prior studies indicate that VSP can offer cost benefits due to reduced operative time and length of stay (LOS). We assessed the impact of VSP in the context of a validated postoperative abbreviated LOS clinical pathway.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: While nasal epistaxis balloons are generally seen as safe and routinely utilized by both surgical and nonsurgical providers, the complication profile related to this type of device has not been well defined.
Objective: The objective of this study was to utilize the FDA MAUDE (Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience) database to better assess adverse events (AE) related to use of nasal epistaxis balloons. Reports were individually tabulated and events were categorized with special attention to AEs.
Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation: A Comprehensive Analysis of Adverse Events.
Am J Rhinol Allergy
November 2023
Background: Eustachian tube balloon dilation (ETBD) has been Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved for refractory Eustachian tube dysfunction since 2016. While ETBD is generally seen as safe, the complication profile has not been well defined.
Objective: The objective of this study was to utilize the FDA manufacturer and user facility device experience (MAUDE) database to better assess adverse events (AE) related to ETBD.