Publications by authors named "W Phillip Law"
Biliary-enteric anastomosis is a common surgical procedure for benign and malignant pathologies involving bile ducts, pancreas and duodenum, as well as during liver transplantation. Imaging is key in detecting potential complications. Ultrasound, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear scintigraphy provide complementary information.
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- Lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs) are promising next-gen rechargeable batteries thanks to their high energy density and low-cost sulfur cathodes, but they face challenges with insulation of sulfur particles at low temperatures.
- The study focuses on the generation of liquid sulfur droplets in LSBs and reveals that their formation during the polysulfide oxidation reaction is consistent across various electrolyte/sulfur (E/S) ratios and temperatures.
- Findings suggest that the sulfur oxidation reaction exhibits pseudo-zero-order kinetics and specific reaction constants that vary with E/S ratios, showing that liquid sulfur can be maintained even in extreme conditions like -20 °C.
Background: Weight regain after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) can be seen in approximately 20% of patients. Surgical management options include revision of RYGB and conversion to duodenal switch (DS). Using recently included revisional surgery variables in the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) database, we compared the safety and efficacy of RYGB revision versus conversion to DS.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFActive packaging, which can monitor food freshness and extend the shelf life, has gained significant attention in recent years. This study aims to develop a novel carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC)/starch/anthocyanins/ZnO active films with enhanced properties and specific functionalities. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) revealed that the addition of anthocyanins and nano-ZnO particles (ZnO-NPs) led to heterogeneous microstructures and a slight decrease in the crystallinity.
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