Publications by authors named "Toshio Uchikura"
Article Synopsis
- The WHO recommends focusing on specific outcomes like oxygen use and mechanical ventilation to assess COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness (VE), especially post-Omicron, due to variability in hospitalization data.
- A study in Japan examined VE among 2125 individuals during the Delta and early Omicron periods, finding that 2 doses provided strong protection during Delta, while 3 doses were effective during Omicron.
- Results showed high VE for both variants, particularly for severe outcomes, highlighting the importance of booster shots in maintaining protection against severe COVID-19 disease.
Background: Group A (GAS) causes necrotizing soft tissue infections (NSTIs) necessitating exploration, surgical debridement, and possibly limb amputation.
Case Presentation: A 45-year-old man presented with traumatic injury of the left carpal region, vomiting, and diarrhea. The swelling and pain in the left forearm worsened with sensorimotor deficits, and his skin color deteriorated.