Publications by authors named "Tom Fitzsimmons"
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- The CDC funded a wide network of 1,161 partners (110 primary and 1,051 subrecipients) across the U.S. to enhance COVID-19 vaccination efforts between March 2021 and December 2022, focusing on marginalized communities and various high-risk groups.
- These partners used evidence-based strategies and created innovative partnerships (like with libraries and museums) to boost vaccine access and confidence through community outreach in diverse settings.
- Over 295,000 trusted messengers were trained, over 2.1 million vaccinations were given, and significant improvements were made in healthcare systems to better incorporate COVID-19 vaccine protocols.
The use of bioabsorbable seamguard during laparoscopic appendectomy.
Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech
April 2007
The laparoscopic approach to appendectomy for acute appendicitis is becoming increasingly favored among surgeons. Endoscopic stapling remains a common approach for division of the appendix and mesoappendix, but staple line bleeding along the mesentery is commonly observed, occasionally demanding surgical control for complete hemostasis. Bioabsorbable seamguard was used as an adjunct to endoscopic stapling of the mesoappendix in 33 consecutive adult patients during laparoscopic appendectomy for acute appendicitis, with complete immediate staple line hemostasis observed by the operative surgeon in all cases.
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