Week of July 7, 2015 Breaking Research Updates

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Weekly Breaking Research Updates

Scientific breakthroughs happen every day!  In an effort to help our patients stay up to speed on the most cutting edge treatment options available for them, our scientists monitor current research and publish weekly research updates.  The title of each article below is a link to the full study report.  If you’d like to make an appointment with Dr. Hanna to discuss your treatment options, please contact us.

Ketamine

Withdrawal from Acute Amphetamine Induces an Amygdala-Driven Attenuation of Dopamine Neuron Activity: Reversal by Ketamine.

P Belujon, NL Jakobowski, HK Dollish, AA Grace – … : official publication of the …, 2015

Drug addiction is a chronic disorder characterized by a cycle composed of drug seeking,

intoxication with drug taking and withdrawal associated with negative affect. Numerous

studies have examined withdrawal/negative affect after chronic use; however, very few …

Enantioselective inhibition of D‐serine transport by (S)‐ketamine

NS Singh, M Bernier, S Camandola, MA Khadeer… – British Journal of …, 2015

Background and purpose Patients with major depressive disorder receiving racemic

ketamine,(R, S)-ketamine, experience transient increases in Clinician-Administered

Dissociative States Scale (CADDS) scores and coincident drop in plasma D-serine levels. …

Pain Management with Low-Dose Ketamine Infusions

A Katz – Emergency Medicine News, 2015

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Sedative medications outside the operating room and the pharmacology of sedatives

TG Hansen – Current Opinion in Anesthesiology, 2015

… Ketamine. Ketamine is a unique phencyclidine derivate that differs from other sedatives in several

ways. … Ketamine seems to induce a dissociative anesthetic state with functional and

electrophysiological separation between the limbic system and hypothalamus. …

Pre-Emptive Analgesia with Ketamine for Relief of Postoperative Pain After Surgical Removal of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars

A Hadhimane, M Shankariah, KV Neswi – Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery, 2015

Purpose In this study we assessed the clinical efficacy of sub-mucosal injection of ketamine

at sub-anesthetic dose of 0.5 mg/kg on post-operative pain, swelling and trismus following

surgical extraction of impacted mandibular third molars. Methods Forty bilaterally …

Fluorescence‐guided surgery of human prostate cancer experimental bone metastasis in nude mice using anti‐CEA dylight 650 for tumor illumination

S Miwa, N De Magalhães, M Toneri, Y Zhang, W Cao… – Journal of Orthopaedic …, 2015

… Tumor implantation Six to eight-week-old male mice were anesthetized by a ketamine mixture

(10 µL ketamine HCL, 7.6 … Before resection of the metastatic tumor, mice were anesthetized with

the ketamine mixture (described above), and their limbs were sterilized with alcohol. …

Reassessment of the antioxidative mixture for the challenging electrochemical determination of dopamine, noradrenaline and serotonin in microdialysis samples

J Van Schoors, C Lens, K Maes, Y Michotte, I Smolders… – Journal of Chromatography …, 2015

… Diazepam 10 mg/2 mL is purchased as Valium ® from Roche (Cenexi, Fontenay-sous-Bois,

France), ketamine 1000 mg/10 mL as Ketamine 1000 ® from Ceva (Libourne, France), Ketoprofen

1% as Ketofen ® from Merial (Toulouse, France) and NaCl 0.9% from Baxter (Lessines …

Ultrasound-induced suppression of visually-evoked potentials: experience in nonhuman primates with a clinical transcranial MRI-guided focused ultrasound system

N McDannold, C Arvanitis, N Vykhodtseva… – Journal of Therapeutic …, 2015

… 650 kHz. Methods. The animal was deeply anesthetized using ketamine and

dexdormitor. First we targeted the LGN using MR temperature imaging, and then

we relocated the MRI table just outside the MRI. Visually-evoked …

Severe Acquired Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia in a Female Cynomolgus Macaque (Macaca fascicularis)

CM Parrula, J Mysore, H Burr, W Freebern, N Neef – Comparative Medicine, 2015

… On day 4, a follow-up complete physical exam under ketamine sedation (10 mg/kg IM; ketamine

hydrochloride, Fort Dodge Animal Health, Fort Dodge, IA), showed diffuse, pale-red discoloration

in both inguinal regions, as noted previously, and multifocal pinpoint foci of …

Estradiol protects female rats against sepsis induced by Enterococcus faecalis improving leukocyte bactericidal activity

RS Saia, FM Garcia, EC Cárnio – Steroids, 2015

… 0.5–1 × 10 10 CFU/animal) (time “zero” hour). At 6 and 24 h, rats were deeply

anesthetized (ketamine and xylazine at 55 and 10 mg/kg, respectively, ip) for sample

collection. As detailed in the subsequent sections, the blood …

Hot Off the Press: Subdissociative‐dose Ketamine for Acute Pain in the Emergency Department

AB Drake, WK Milne, CR Carpenter – Academic Emergency Medicine, 2015

… Social Media. Hot Off the Press: Subdissociative-dose Ketamine for Acute Pain in the Emergency

Department. … How to Cite. Drake, AB, Milne, WK, Carpenter, CR (2015), Hot Off the Press:

Subdissociative-dose Ketamine for Acute Pain in the Emergency Department. …

Optimization and application of an extraction procedure to determine drugs of abuse in solid environmental matrices of Turia River Basin

MJ Andres, R Alvarez, V Andreu, Y Pico – EGU General Assembly Conference …, 2015

… Amphetamine, methamphetamine, ethylamphetamine, ecstasy, ethylone, bk-MMBDB and MBDB

belong to phenylethylamine group; codeine and ketamine belong to opioid and phencyclidine

group, respectively, and benzoylecgonine is the major excreted metabolite of the …

Green spaces and cognitive growth in children

C Dieme – PNAS, 2015

… AG. Previous Section. Neural mechanism of ketamine. … Ketamine can produce rapid and

long-lasting antidepressant effects, but the drug’s potential for side effects and abuse limits its

widespread use, and the cellular mechanisms of ketamine’s effects are not yet known. …

Increasing use of ‘party drugs’ in people living with HIV on antiretrovirals: a concern for patient safety

M Bracchi, D Stuart, R Castles, S Khoo, D Back… – AIDS, 2015

… These substances are a combination of ‘club drugs’ (methylenedioxy- methamphetamine,

gamma-hydroxybutyrate, ketamine, benzodiazepine) and drugs that are more specifically used

in a sexualized context (methamphetamine, mephe- drone, poppers and erectile … Ketamine …

Halothane Modulates the Type I Interferon Response to Influenza and Minimizes the Risk of Secondary Bacterial Pneumonia through Maintenance of Neutrophil …

BA MacDonald, KV Chakravarthy, BA Davidson… – Anesthesiology, 2015

… The authors demonstrate that halothane mitigates the risk of SBP postflu through modulation

of the effects of type I interferon (IFN). METHODS: Mice (n = 6 to 15) were exposed to halothane

or ketamine and treated with influenza and Streptococcus pneumoniae. …

[HTML]Airtraq® laryngoscope-assisted fiberoptic bronchoscope intubation in a child with Pierre-Robin sequence: a case report

S Zhang, M Yi – International Journal of Clinical and Experimental …, 2015

… Sedation was achieved with IV dexmedetomidine 1 μg/kg and ketamine 1 mg/kg. … We

opted to use dexmedetomidine and ketamine in this child because they provide

sedation and analgesia without compromising respiratory drive. …

[HTML]Transcutaneous electric acupoint stimulation alleviates remifentanil-induced hyperalgesia in patients undergoing thyroidectomy: a randomized controlled trial

Y Chen, Y Yao, Y Wu, D Dai, Q Zhao, L Qiu – International Journal of Clinical and …, 2015

… Some medications, including ketamine, methadone, dextromethorphan, COX-2 inhibitors and

α 2 receptor agonists can modulate remifentanil-induced hyperalgesia [7]. Due to drug-related

side effects and longer duration of PACU stay, however, we have found these …

Impact of Obesity on Endotoxin-Induced Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation.

T Duburcq, A Tournoys, G Viviane, T Hubert, V Gmyr… – Shock, 2015

… animals). For the experiment, animals were premedicated with intramuscular injection of ketamine

(Ketamine 1000, 10 mg/kg of body weight; Virbac, Carros, France) and xylazine (Sedaxylan,

2.5 mg/kg of body weight; CEVA Santé Animale, Libourne, France). Then we …

Endocannabinoid signaling mechanisms in the substantia nigra pars reticulata modulate GABAergic nigrotectal pathways in mice threatened by urutu-cruzeiro …

RC Almada, CM Roncon, DH Elias-Filho, NC Coimbra – Neuroscience, 2015

… The surgeries were performed under deep anesthesia with 100 mg/kg ketamine (Ketamine

Agener, União Química Farmacêutica Nacional, São Paulo, Brazil) and 10 mg/kg xylazine

(Calmiun, União Química Farmacêutica Nacional, São Paulo, Brazil). …

ACUTE INHIBITION OF MONOAMINE OXIDASE AND ISCHEMIC PRECONDITIONING IN ISOLATED RAT HEARTS: INTERFERENCE WITH POSTISCHEMIC …

MD Dănilă, AI Privistirescu, SN Mirica, A Sturza… – Canadian Journal of …, 2015

… Male (body weight 400-450 g) and female (body weight 250-300 g) Wistar rats were anesthetized

with ketamine (Vetased, 30 mg/kg) and xylazine (Xylazin, 10 mg/kg) … Page 4 of 23 Page 5. 5

ketamine able to induce anesthesia was chosen in order to not interfere with the IPC- …

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

In vitro artefact assessment of a new MR-compatible microwave antenna and a standard MR-compatible radiofrequency ablation electrode for tumour ablation

R Hoffmann, H Rempp, F Eibofner, DE Keßler… – European Radiology, 2015

Objective To evaluate and compare artefact configuration and diameters in a magnetic

resonance (MR)-compatible prototype microwave (MW) applicator and a standard MR-

compatible radiofrequency (RF) applicator for MR-guided tumour ablation. Methods Both …

Does Surgical Resection Provide Better Outcomes Than Radiofrequency Ablation in Patients With BCLC Very Early-stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma?.

C Li, TF Wen – Annals of Surgery, 2015

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Comparing outcome of radiofrequency ablation in Barrett’s with high grade dysplasia and intramucosal carcinoma: a prospective multicenter UK registry.

RJ Haidry, G Lipman, MR Banks, MA Butt, V Sehgal… – Endoscopy, 2015

Background and study aim: Mucosal neoplasia arising in Barrett’s esophagus can be

successfully treated with endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) followed by radiofrequency

ablation (RFA). The aim of the study was to compare clinical outcomes of patients with …

Effectiveness of focal vs. balloon radiofrequency ablation devices in the treatment of Barrett’s esophagus

J Brown, B Alsop, N Gupta, DC Buckles, MS Olyaee… – United European …, 2015

Abstract Background and aims The safety and efficacy of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) in

treatment of Barrett’s esophagus (BE)-associated dysplasia has been well established. The

effectiveness of focal and balloon RFA devices has not been compared. Therefore, the …

Microwave Ablation: Comparison of Simultaneous and Sequential Activation of Multiple Antennas in Liver Model Systems

CM Harari, M Magagna, M Bedoya, FT Lee Jr… – Radiology, 2015

… Although both methods have been used in clinical studies of radiofrequency (RF) and microwave

ablation, an optimal delivery method has not yet been determined (6–9). Comparison studies

of sequential and simultaneous RF ablation techniques have concluded that …

Heparin Kinetics: The “Holy Grail” of Periprocedural Anticoagulation for ablation of atrial fibrillation

DF Briceno, A Natale, LD Biase – Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology, 2015

… anticoagulation in patients undergoing radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation: results from

a multicenter prospective registry. … anticoagulation in patients undergoing radiofrequency ablation

for atrial fibrillation: results from a multicenter prospective registry. …

Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation Should Be Offered as Primary Therapy: What’s Your Hurry?

EF Wedam, MCP Haigney – Cardiac Electrophysiology Clinics, 2015

… medications. Radiofrequency ablation/cryoballoon ablation: a cure for atrial fibrillation?

Merriam-Webster’s … unknown. Does early radiofrequency ablation/cryoballoon ablation

prevent progression to permanent atrial fibrillation? A major …

OC-037 6 year disease durability outcomes on patients treated with endoscopic therapy for barrett’s related neoplasia from the uk registry

R Haidry, G Lipman, A Gupta, J Dunn, H Smart… – Gut, 2015

… Introduction Endoscopic therapy with combined Endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) followed

by Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is now the recommended first line … Thereafter patients underwent

RFA 3 monthly until all visible BE was ablated or cancer developed (endpoints). …

[HTML]Hybrid atrial fibrillation ablations and the increasing importance of the hybrid cardiovascular laboratory operating room

WJ Schleifer, JF Beshai, H Ramakrishna – Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia, 2015

… the epicardium. [4] Moreover, endocardial catheters can check for the completeness

of the epicardial lesions and potentially identify gaps, which can then be addressed

with endocardial radiofrequency ablation. A similar approach …

[PDF]Effects of Hepatitis B Virus Load on Hepatectomy

M Wang, W Peng, TF Wen, LH He, C Li – Clin Microbiol, 2015

… MC: Milan Criteria; HR: Hepatic Resection; AFP: Alpha-Fetoprotein; OS: Overall Survival; RFS:

Recurrence-Free Survival; DNA: Deoxyribonucleic Acid; CT: Computed Tomography; MRI:

Magnetic Resonance Imaging; RFA: Radiofrequency Ablation; PEI: Percutaneous Ethanol …

HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AFTER PERCUTANEOUS RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION OF COLD SOLID BENIGN THYROID NODULES: A 2-YEAR …

R Valcavi, P Tsamatropoulos – Endocrine practice: official journal of the American …, 2015

OBJECTIVE: We studied the impact of Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) on health-related

quality of life (HRQL) in patients with benign thyroid nodules (TN) in a 2-year follow-up.

METHODS: Forty patients (35 female and 5 men; age 54.9±14.3 years) with cold thyroid …

Comparison of laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation versus open resection in the treatment of symptomatic-enlarging hepatic hemangiomas: a prospective study

X Zhang, L Yan, B Li, T Wen, W Wang, M Xu, Y Wei… – Surgical Endoscopy, 2015

Background Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has been demonstrated to be a promising

therapy for symptomatic large hepatic hemangioma. However, there is a lack of studies to

demonstrate the benefits and disadvantages of RFA as compared with surgical resection …

… mucosal resection on the efficacy and safety of radiofrequency ablation for treatment of Barrett’s esophagus: results from the United States Radiofrequency Ablation …

N Li, S Pasricha, WJ Bulsiewicz, RE Pruitt… – Diseases of the Esophagus, 2015

Summary The effects of preceding endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) on the efficacy and

safety of radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for treatment of nodular Barrett’s esophagus (BE) is

poorly understood. Prior studies have been limited to case series from individual tertiary …

… MicroRNA-122 Expression is a Poor Prognostic Marker in Patients with Hepatitis B Virus-related Hepatocellular Carcinoma who undergo Radiofrequency Ablation

HJ Cho, JK Kim, JS Nam, HJ Wang, J hee Lee, SS Kim… – Clinical Biochemistry, 2015

Objectives: Aim of this study was to investigate the prognostic potential of plasma microRNA-

122 levels in patients with hepatitis B virus (HBV)-related hepatocellular carcinoma after

hepatic resection or radiofrequency ablation (RFA).

[HTML]… efficacy enough to prevent stroke in atrial fibrillation patient with high CHADS2 score during peri-procedural catheter radiofrequency ablation? A case report with …

XM Shi, FK Chen, Z Liang, J Li, K Lin, JP Guo, ZL Shan – International Journal of …, 2015

Abstract Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major cause of thromboembolic (TE) events including

stroke and transient ischemic attacks, catheter radiofrequency ablation (CA) has been

demonstrated to effectively eliminate AF in majority of patients. During the peri-procedural …

Right upper lobe lung cancer: Resection through left anterior mediastinotomy

M Sirois, WA Arab, E Turcotte, Y Poulin – Asian Cardiovascular and Thoracic Annals, 2015

… evaluation revealed a forced expiratory volume in 1 s of 1.8 L with carbon dioxide diffusion

capacity of 48% and maximal uptake of oxygen 14 mL min −1 kg −1 . Treatment including

stereotactic body radiation therapy, radiofrequency ablation, and surgery were discussed. …

Magnetic guidance versus manual control: comparison of radiofrequency lesion dimensions and evaluation of the effect of heart wall motion in a myocardial phantom

A Bhaskaran, MAT Barry, SI Al Raisi, W Chik… – Journal of Interventional …, 2015

… Abbreviations MNS Magnetic navigation system MC Manual control 1 Introduction Magnetic

navigation system (MNS) allows remote guidance of ablation catheters during radiofrequency

ablation for cardi- ac arrhythmias. … Page 3. 2.2 MNS versus MC radiofrequency ablation …

Thermal necrosis induced by electrocauterization as a local adjuvant therapy in local aggressive bone tumors, what is the safe limit for surgical margins? An …

M Aydin, K Basarir, M Armangil, HY Yildiz, Y Saglik… – Archives of Orthopaedic and …, 2015

… Majno PE, Mentha G, Mazzaferro V (2010) Partial hepatectomy versus radiofrequency ablation

for hepatocellular carcinoma: confirming the trial that will never be, and some comments on the

indications for liver resection. Hepatology 51(4):1116–1118PubMedView Article; 23. …

Functional Characterization of Rare Variants Implicated in Susceptibility to Lone Atrial Fibrillation

K Hayashi, T Konno, H Tada, S Tani, L Liu, N Fujino… – Circulation: Arrhythmia and …, 2015

Endoscopic Management of Early Esophageal Cancer.

JA Barnes, FF Willingham – Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, 2015

… proportionately. In the past decade, radiofrequency ablation has become the standard

first-line therapy for high-grade dysplasia when found in the precursor lesion to

esophageal adenocarcinoma, Barrett’s esophagus. Success …

Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS/RSD)

V33. Functional imaging of somatosensory finger representation and intracortical inhibition modulation in complex regional pain syndrome

S Strauss, M Grothe, T Usichenko, W Byblow, M Lotze – Clinical Neurophysiology, 2015

Neurophysiological pathology in CRPS type I is characterized by somatosensory and motor deficits.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and functional MRI rev. … Neurophysiological pathology

in CRPS type I is characterized by somatosensory and motor deficits. …

Exploiting resistive cross-point array for compact design of physical unclonable function

PY Chen, R Fang, R Liu, C Chakrabarti, Y Cao, S Yu – Hardware Oriented Security …, 2015

… primitive that leverages the inherent randomness in the physical systems (eg the semiconductor

manufacturing process) to produce a unique response (output) for a given challenge (input)

[1]. Depending on the number of possible challenge-response pairs (CRPs), PuFs can …

Do psychological factors influence recovery from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type-1? A Prospective Study.

DJ Bean, MH Johnson, W Heiss-Dunlop, AC Leed… – PAIN, 2015

… Conflicts of Interest: none declared. Running Head: “Psychological factors in the recovery from

CRPS-1” Number of Pages: 19 Number of Tables: 3 Number of Figures: 1 Summary: Amongst

patients with recently-onset CRPS-1, those with higher levels of pain-related …

A comparison of linear and non-linear data assimilation methods using the NEMO ocean model

P Kirchgessner, J Tödter, L Nerger – EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, 2015

…pdaf.awi.de), which ensures identical experimental conditions for both filters. To

account for the nonlinearity, the assimilation skill of the two methods is assessed

by using different statistical metrics, like CRPS and Histograms.

The total probabilities from high-resolution ensemble forecasting of floods

J Olav Skøien, K Bogner, P Salamon, P Smith… – EGU General Assembly …, 2015

… Weather Rev., 135(4), 1386-1402, doi:10.1175/MWR3341.1, 2007. Gneiting, T., Raftery,

AE, Westveld, AH and Goldman, T.: Calibrated Probabilistic Forecasting Using Ensemble

Model Output Statistics and Minimum CRPS Estimation, Mon. …

Efficacy of combined physical and occupational therapy in patients with conservatively treated distal radius fracture: randomized controlled trial

V Filipova, D Lonzarić, BJ Papež – Wiener klinische Wochenschrift, 2015

… Two participants from group A and two from group B were suspected of having complex

regional pain syndrome (CRPS) type I yet were not excluded from the trial since there

was no significant deviation regarding the observed variables. …

Combining Graph Analysis and Recurrence Plot on fMRI data

A Lombardi, P Guccione, L Mascolo, P Taurisano… – Medical Measurements and …, 2015

… Even if a visual inspection of CRPs can reveal valuable information about the relationship between

the two systems, the quantification of the structures in CRPs through CRQA has been used for

making more objective the comparison between the time series. Page 3. …

Improving Precipitation Forecasts by Generating Ensembles through Postprocessing

DL Shrestha, DE Robertson, JC Bennett, QJ Wang – Monthly Weather Review, 2015

… In this study, the forecast 3 performance is characterized by evaluating the bias, the Continuous

Ranked Probability Score 4 (CRPS), reliability and Relative Operating Characteristics (ROC)

to assess different aspects of 5 forecast quality. 6 … The mean CRPS (hereafter 16 …

The Forecast Skill Horizon

R Buizza, M Leutbecher – Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society, 2015

… theoretical tools are deemed to be impractical to use. We select the continuous ranked probability

score (CRPS, Brown 1974, Hersbach 2000) as metric to decide when the … closer to the observed

CDF (bottom panel). The CRPS is equal to the mean squared error …

Functional Outcomes Following Bridge Plate Fixation for Distal Radius Fractures

A Lauder, S Agnew, K Bakri, CH Allan, DP Hanel… – The Journal of Hand …, 2015

… 2/134 deep infection. 2/134 extensor tendon adhesions. 1/134 EPL rupture. DASH: N/A. Hanel

et al 13, IV: retrospective chart review, 62 pts via chart review, second metacarpal, No CRPS,

1/62 ECRL rupture, 1/62 hardware failure, 0/62 postoperative digit stiffness. DASH: N/A. …

New findings implicated in Coronary calcification in Chronic phase Kawasaki disease

T Yahata, K Ikeda, A Hamaoka, C Suzuki, A Yoshioka… – Circulation, 2015

… tomography. We measured %FMD as an endothelial function marker and hs-CRPs

as an inflammatory marker, serum hydroperoxide and urinary 8-OHdG as oxidative

stress markers, and the bone mineral density (BMD). Patients …

[PDF]Evaluation of the Red Sea State Food Security Status 2007-2009

AAA Ahmed – 2015

… nutrition monitoring using MUAC Since 2006 no nutrition survey conducted. However, EWS

started collecting the nutrition information using the Community Resource Persons (CRPs)

to follow up the nutrition situation in sentinel sites in RPS and Tokar. …

Spatio-temporal circular models with non-separable covariance structure

G Mastrantonio, GJ Lasinio, AE Gelfand – TEST, 2015

Page 1. TEST DOI 10.1007/s11749-015-0458-y ORIGINAL PAPER Spatio-temporal

circular models with non-separable covariance structure Gianluca Mastrantonio1 ·

Giovanna Jona Lasinio2 · Alan E. Gelfand3 Received: 7 …

Predictors of Spinal Cord Stimulation Success

P De La Cruz, C Fama, S Roth, J Haller, M Wilock… – … : Technology at the Neural …, 2015

… Failure, Success. CRPS, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome; FBSS, Failed Back Surgery

Syndrome. Age, Mean + Range, 47.8 + 25.0, 51.2 + 53. Gender, Male : Female, 3:7, 20:27. … Hybrid

(%), 0, 8.1. Indication, FBSS (%), 60, 37.8. CRPS (%), 20, 37.8. Neuritis (%), 20, 24.3. …

Physical Therapy Examination and Assessment

JM David, C OCS, M Ariana Brutico – journal of orthopaedic & sports physical therapy, 2015

… Why Are My Nerves So Sensitive? Neuroscience Education for Patients With CRPS

or RSD. Authors: Ariana Brutico, MSPT, PhD. AFFILIATION: Body Dynamic: Outpatient

Physical Therapy, Pilates, and Yoga Clarks Summit, PA. …

Improved model output statistics of numerical weather prediction based irradiance forecasts for solar power applications

RA Verzijlbergh, PW Heijnen, SR de Roode, A Los… – Solar Energy, 2015

… irradiance is zero. The evaluation of the probabilistic forecasts is carried out using

two metrics. The first is the continuous ranked probability score (CRPS): equation(9).

CRPS ( k ) = 1 T ∑ t = 1 T ∫ x F ̂ t + k | t ( x ) – H ( x – y t + k ) 2.

Thoracic sympathectomy: a review of current indications

M Hashmonai, AEP Cameron, PB Licht, C Hensman… – Surgical Endoscopy, 2015

… However, because the role of the autonomous nervous system is obscure in the pathogenesis

of these disorders, the term “Complex regional pain syndrome” (CRPS) is preferred. … There is

very little good evidence in the literature to guide treatment of CRPS. …

NGF-induced synapse-like structures in contralateral sensory ganglia contribute to chronic mirror-image pain.

CF Cheng, JK Cheng, CY Chen, RH Rau, YC Chang… – Pain, 2015

… image (contralateral) side [21]. This symptom has been observed in many clinical

pain conditions, such as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) [23], rheumatoid

arthritis [35], fibromyalgia [4], and neuropathic pain [27]. Mirror …

Process Documentation Research and Impact of Community-Driven Development Grants Research in Rural India, Socioeconomics Discussion Paper Series 34

M Bhattarai, Y Mohan Rao, BL Varalakshmi, VD Duche… – 2015

… Item Type: Socioeconomics Discussion Paper Series. Divisions: RP-Market Institutions

and Policies. CRPS: CGIAR Research Program on Policies, Institutions, and Markets.

Series Name: Socioeconomics Discussion Paper Series. …

SCAMP: A new tool for an old problem

RH Rathod – Journal of Hospital Medicine, 2015

… BWH, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; CRPS, complex regional pain syndrome; EPL, extensor

pollicis longus; PFL, Flexor pollicis longus; MRN, medical record number; N/A, not applicable;

OT, occupational therpay; PA, physician’s assistant. Download figure to PowerPoint. …

Fibromyalgia

Results of an active neurodynamic mobilization program in patients with fibromyalgia syndrome: a randomized controlled clinical trial

JR Torres, IC Martos, IT Sánchez, AO Rubio… – Archives of Physical …, 2015

To examine the effects of an active neurodynamic mobilization program on pain, neurodynamics,

perceived health state and fatigue in patients with fibromyalgia s. … Setting. A local Fibromyalgia

Association. Participants. 48 patients with fibromyalgia syndrome. Interventions. …

The evaluation in terms of sarcopenia of patients with fibromyalgia syndrome

I Koca, E Savas, ZA Ozturk, A Boyaci, A Tutoglu… – Wiener klinische …, 2015

Background Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is an extra-articular rheumatic illness,

characterized by widespread body pain and decreased muscle function. Generalized loss of

muscle mass and strength is named as sarcopenia. The objective of this study was to …

Stigma, Unspeakable Dilemmas, and Somatic Symptoms–a Legacy of Suffering in CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia

J Griffith, N Ryan – Meanings of ME: Interpersonal and Social Dimensions …, 2015

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia are both illnesses for which suffering is

amplified by stigmatisation. People with these illnesses often feel judged, devalued,

marginalised, or discriminated against by employers, family members, friends and, most of …

[PDF]Quantitative analysis of nailfold capillary morphology in patients with fibromyalgia

DH Choi, HS Kim – Korean Journal of Internal Medicine, 2015

Background/Aims: Nailfold capillaroscopy (NFC) has been used to examine morphological

and functional microcirculation changes in connective tissue diseases. It has been

demonstrated that NFC patterns reflect abnormal microvascular dynamics, which may play …

Fibromyalgia incidence among patients with hepatitis B infection

L Yazmalar, Ö Deveci, İ Batmaz, D İpek, T Çelepkolu… – International Journal of …, 2015

Aim The purpose of our investigation was to evaluate the incidence of fibromyalgia

syndrome (FMS) and identify FMS-related clinical symptoms in hepatitis B virus (HBV)

patients. Methods One hundred and eighteen HBV surface antigen (HbsAg)-positive …

[PDF]Rheumatology: Current Research

EÖ Bulduk, B Biral – 2015

Page 1. Treatment Approaches of Juvenile Fibromyalgia Syndrome … Abstract Juvenile

fibromyalgia syndrome (JFMS) is an idiopathic long-term health condition characterized

by widespread musculoskeletal pain in children and adolescents. …

Meanings of ME: Interpersonal and Social Dimensions of Chronic Fatigue

CD Ward – 2015

… 10 11 12 13 14 The Challenge of CFS/ME in Primary Care Laura Saunders The Said and the

Unsaid: Ambivalence in CFS/ME Christopher D. Ward Stigma, Unspeakable Dilemmas, and

Somatic Symptoms–a Legacy of Suffering in CFS/ME and Fibromyalgia James Griffith and …

AMPK phosphorylation modulates pain by activation of NLRP3-inflammasome

P Bullon, E Alcocer-Gómez, AM Carrión… – Antioxidants and Redox …, 2015

… Deficient AMPK activation and over-activation of NLRP3-inflammasome axis was also observed

in blood cells from patients with Fibromyalgia (FM), a prevalent human … some pain conditions as

neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia (FM), and complex regional pain syndrome (6,15,16). …

Is Chronic Pain a Disease in Its Own Right? Discussions from a Pre-OMERACT 2014 Workshop on Chronic Pain

AM Taylor, K Phillips, JO Taylor, JA Singh… – The Journal of …, 2015

… In a review of functional disorders36, various mechanisms were proposed to explain the cause

of conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, temporomandibular joint disorder,

and inter- stitial cystitis, including enhanced pain perception, altered brain activation …

Compendium for the Antenatal Care of High-Risk Pregnancies

H Narayan – 2015

AB1222-HPR Hypervigilance to Emotional Subliminal Images in Patients with Fibromyalgia

I Peláez, F Mercado, P Barjola, S Cardoso – Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 2015

Background Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic condition characterized by the presence of pain,

fatigue and cognitive dysfunction, among other symptoms. Previous research (Duschek et

al., 2014) also indicated that patients show an hypervigilance pattern to pain and negative …

[HTML]Temporal analysis of pain responders and common adverse events: when do these first appear following treatment with pregabalin

J Fink, B Emir, B Parsons, A Clair – Journal of Pain Research, 2015

… Clair Pfizer, New York, NY, USA Background: Pregabalin is an α2δ ligand indicated in the USA

for treatment of a number of chronic pain conditions, including diabetic peripheral neuropathy,

postherpetic neuralgia, pain associated with spinal cord injury, and fibromyalgia. …

SP0133 Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and Other Pediatric Rheumatic Diseases

T Avcin – Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 2015

… The clinical trials of CCX168, a small molecule antagonist of human C5aR, in human is underway.

Disclosure of Interest: None declared DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2015-eular.6705 FRIDAY, 12

JUNE 2015 WIN session 5 SP0131 FIBROMYALGIA: WHAT IS NEW LJ Crofford. …

Neuropathic pain as part of chronic widespread pain: environmental and genetic influences.

SK Momi, SM Fabiane, G Lachance, G Livshits… – Pain, 2015

…frances.williams@kcl.ac.uk; +44 (0) 20 7188 6765 Keywords: chronic widespread pain;

neuropathic pain; genetic; fibromyalgia; twin ACCEPTED … ABSTRACT Chronic widespread pain

(CWP) has complex aetiology and forms part of the fibromyalgia syndrome. …

SP0130 C5A and its Receptor in Anca-Associated Vasculitis

MH Zhao – Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, 2015

… The clinical trials of CCX168, a small molecule antagonist of human C5aR, in human is underway.

Disclosure of Interest: None declared DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2015-eular.6705 FRIDAY, 12

JUNE 2015 WIN session 5 SP0131 FIBROMYALGIA: WHAT IS NEW LJ Crofford. …

The spectrum of noncoeliac gluten sensitivity

I Aziz, M Hadjivassiliou, DS Sanders – Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & …, 2015

… with NCGS is described as well as the symptom manifestations commonly reported after gluten

exposure, which include intestinal symptoms consistent with IBS, and extraintestinal symptoms

such as neurological dysfunction, psychological disturbances, fibromyalgia and skin …

Neuro-Bio-Behavioral Mechanisms of Placebo and Nocebo Responses: Implications for Clinical Trials and Clinical Practice

M Schedlowski, P Enck, W Rief, U Bingel – Pharmacological Reviews, 2015

Health-related quality of life improvements among women with chronic pain: comparison of two multidisciplinary interventions

SV Björnsdóttir, M Arnljótsdóttir, G Tómasson, J Triebel… – Disability & Rehabilitation, 2015

… 18,19]. Recently published systematic reviews on multidisciplinary programs for

people with chronic pain [19], chronic low back pain [20] or fibromyalgia syndrome

[21] agree on recommended content in such programs. This …

NGF-induced synapse-like structures in contralateral sensory ganglia contribute to chronic mirror-image pain.

CF Cheng, JK Cheng, CY Chen, RH Rau, YC Chang… – Pain, 2015

… image (contralateral) side [21]. This symptom has been observed in many clinical

pain conditions, such as complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) [23], rheumatoid

arthritis [35], fibromyalgia [4], and neuropathic pain [27]. Mirror …

Physical Therapy Examination and Assessment

JM David, C OCS, M Ariana Brutico – journal of orthopaedic & sports physical therapy, 2015

… and nerve sensitivity. It is one of several manuals written by the primary author, all

of which discuss concurrent topics involving pain and recovery from injury, including

whiplash, headaches, and fibromyalgia. The manual begins …

Weekly Breaking Research Updates, May 22, 2015

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Weekly Breaking Research Updates, May 22, 2015

Scientific breakthroughs happen every day!  In an effort to help our patients stay up to speed on the most cutting edge treatment options available for them, our scientists monitor current research and publish weekly research updates.  The title of each article below is a link to the full study report.  If you’d like to make an appointment with Dr. Hanna to discuss your treatment options, please contact us.

Ketamine

[HTML] Exaggerated Acute Lung Injury and Impaired Antibacterial Defenses During Staphylococcus aureus Infection in Rats with the Metabolic Syndrome

X Feng, M Maze, LG Koch, SL Britton, J Hellman – 2015

… All procedures were performed under ketamine and xylazine anesthesia, and all efforts

were made to minimize suffering. Animals. The … edema. At 48 h, the rats were sacrificed

under deep anesthesia provided by ketamine/xylazine. …

Drugs that Target the Glutamate Synapse: Implications for the Glutamate Hypothesis of Schizophrenia

CA MIELNIK, A RAMSEY – Drug Discovery for Schizophrenia, 2015

… In addition to the ligand bind- ing domains, NMDA receptors have modulatory sites for

zinc and spermine, and a modulatory site within the channel that binds the

non-competitive inhibitors phencyclidine (PCP), dizocilpine, and ketamine. …

EVALUATION OF ANTHELMINTIC FISHMEAL POLYMER BAITS FOR THE CONTROL OF BAYLISASCARIS PROCYONIS IN FREE-RANGING RACCOONS ( …

TJ Smyser, SR Johnson, MD Stallard, AK McGrew… – Journal of Wildlife Diseases, 2015

… lactating were released at the capture location. We anesthe- tized captured raccoons

with ketamine/xyla- zine (10 mg/kg ketamine and 2 mg/kg xylazine, intramuscularly

[Fowler 2009]). Upon induc- tion, animals were weighed …

[PDF] Intra-ventral tegmental HIV-1 Tat1-86 attenuates nicotine-mediated locomotor sensitization and alters mesocorticolimbic ERK and CREB signaling in rats

J Zhu, NM Midde, AM Gomez, W Sun, SB Harrod – Name: Frontiers in Microbiology, 2015

… session 29 (Fig 1A). 30 Briefly, rats were anesthetized using a mixture of ketamine

hydrochloride and xylazine 31 by intraperitoneal (IP) injection (7.5 mg ketamine/100

g b.wt. and 30 mg xylazine/100 g b.wt.). 32 Rats were then …

Autonomic remodeling: How atrial fibrillation begets atrial

L Zhang, SS Po, HW PhD&, BJ Scherlag, HL PhD&… – 2015

… 13 Fifty-two male adult New Zealand white rabbits, weighing 2.0–2.5 kg, were 14 premedicated

with ketamine/xylazine ( 35mg/5mg/kg ),and restrained in the 15 supine position. Anesthesia

was also maintained by intra-peritoneal injection of 16 20% urethane 5 ml as needed. …

Protein Interactions with Dopamine Receptors as Potential New Drug Targets for Treating Schizophrenia

P SUa, AHC WONG, F LIU – Drug Discovery for Schizophrenia, 2015

… Page 222. Chapter 9 208 antagonist, ketamine, or PCP-induced cognitive deficits with an

inverted U-shaped dose response curve. … 52 Conversely, there is less ketamine-induced

behavioral activation in D1R knockout mice than in wild-type mice. …

Plasma arginine metabolites reflect airway dysfunction

H Grasemann, JA Scott, ML North, M Rafii, H Huang… – J Appl Physiol, 2015

… On day 21, 24 h after the final aerosol challenge, mice were anesthetized (ketamine/xylazine)

for tracheal and jugular venous cannulations for ventilator-based measurement of respiratory

function and infusion of the stable L-arginine isotopomer cocktail, respectively. …

[PDF] Histological and Histomorphometric Evaluation of Pharmacological Action of the Essential Oil of Melaleuca Alternifolia on Healing of Infected Alveolitis in Experimental …

WS Abdel-fattah, MM Dahaba, AA Ahmed… – J Interdiscipl Med Dent Sci, 2015

… Materials and Methods Chemicals Tea tree oil was purchased from (SIGMA-ALDRICH

Chemie GmbH RiedstrasseUSA), vancomycin hydrochloride and ketamine were

obtained from the local pharmaceutical market. Bacterial infection …

[PDF] Clinical Evaluation of Caudal Clonidine as an Adjuvant to Bupivacaine in Pediatric Patients Undergoing Sub Umbilical Surgeries

S Dalal – 2015

… Prolongation of caudal analgesia using a single-shot technique has been achieved by addition

of various adjuvants, such as epinephrine, opioid, ketamine, and alpha 2 agonists [9]. Clonidine,

an alpha 2 agonist has extensively been used in neuraxial blocks [10- 13] and …

The effects of pentoxifylline and caffeic acid phenethyl ester in the treatment of d-galactosamine-induced acute hepatitis in rats

E Taslidere, N Vardi, M Esrefoglu, B Ates, C Taskapan… – Human & Experimental …, 2015

… kg body weight for 20 days. At the end of the experiment, rats were killed by ketamine

anesthesia. After blood samples were collected from tail vein, livers were removed

and divided into two portions. One sample was used for …

[PDF] Assessment of the effect of ketamine on cytochrome P450 isoforms activity in rats by cocktail method

F Lin, Y He, L Zhang, M Zhang, Y Zhang, C Wen – Int J Clin Exp Med, 2015

Abstract: Cocktail method was used to evaluate the influence of ketamine on the activities of

CYP450 isoforms CYP1A2, CYP2D6, CYP3A4, CYP2C19, CYP2C9 and CYP2B6, which

were reflected by the changes of pharmacokinetic parameters of six specific probe drugs …

Ketamine and suicidal ideation in depression: Jumping the gun?

R Rajkumar, J Fam, EYM Yeo, GS Dawe – Pharmacological Research, 2015

Abstract Depression and suicide are known to be intricately entwined but the

neurobiological basis underlying this association is yet to be understood. Ketamine is an N-

methyl D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist used for induction and maintenance of …

Ketamine-mediated alleviation of electroconvulsive shock-induced memory impairment is associated with the regulation of neuroinflammation and soluble amyloid- …

X Zhu, P Li, X Hao, K Wei, S Min, J Luo, F Xie, J Jin – Neuroscience Letters, 2015

Abstract Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is an effective treatment for depression, but can

result in memory deficits. This study aimed to determine whether ketamine could alleviate

electroconvulsive shock (ECS, an analogue of ECT in animals)-induced memory …

D-AMPHETAMINE withdrawal-induced decreases in brain-derived neurotrophic factor in sprague-dawley rats are reversed by treament with ketamine

JJL Fuller, RC Murray, KA Horner – Neuropharmacology, 2015

Abstract Withdrawal from chronic D-amphetamine (D-AMPH) can induce negative emotional

states, which may contribute to relapse and the maintenance of addiction. Diminished levels

of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), particularly in the hippocampus has been …

Management of acute pain in patients on treatment with opioids

J De Andres, G Fabregat-Cid, JM Asensio-Samper… – Pain Management, 2015

… In fact, the use of NMDA receptor antagonists such as ketamine inhibits the development of

tolerance in test animals [15]. … Inhibition of tolerance has been demonstrated in test animals with

the use of noncompetitive antagonists of NMDA receptors such as ketamine [48]. …

DrugScan

T Ha, L Abbott, J Booth, M Morrow, M Rawlins… – 2015

… Emerg Med J 2014; 31: 706–13. Ketamine and Intraocular Pressure in Children This prospective

observational study sought to examine the potential increase in the intraocular pressure following

ketamine administration for paediatric procedural seda- tion. …

Multimodal Analgesic Protocol and Postanesthesia Respiratory Depression During Phase I Recovery After Total Joint Arthroplasty.

TN Weingarten, AK Jacob, CW Njathi, GA Wilson… – Regional Anesthesia and …, 2015

… Procedural sedation during block placement was with incremental dosing of intravenous midazo-

lam, fentanyl, and ketamine. … Use of ketamine as a sedative for nerve blockade or analgesia was

at the discretion of the attending anesthesiologist and not part of the protocol. …

Stem cell-based therapies for intracerebral hemorrhage in animal model: a meta-analysis

X Ma, J Qin, B Song, C Shi, R Zhang, X Liu, Y Ji, W Ji… – Neurological Sciences, 2015

… CAMARADES) [10]: peer- reviewed publication; statement of control of tem- perature; random

allocation to treatment or control; blinded induction; blinded assessment of outcome; use of

anesthetic without significant intrinsic neuroprotec- tive activity (such as ketamine); use of …

Anatomical organization of the visual dorsal ventricular ridge in the chick (Gallus Gallus): Layers and columns in the avian pallium

P Ahumada‐Galleguillos, M Fernandez, GJ Marin… – Journal of Comparative …, 2015

… Deposits of biocytin in vital slices. Forty chicks (P1-P5) were deeply anesthetized with a mixture

(3:1) of 1% Ketamine and 2% Xylazine, and then decapitated. … Deposits of DiI in fixed slices. Ten

chicks were deeply anesthetized using the Ketamine/Xilazine mixture and perfused …

[PDF] Alterations in molecular pathways in the retina of early experimental glaucoma eyes

L Cao, L Wang, G Cull, A Zhou – Int J Physiol Pathophysiol Pharmacol, 2015

… in one eye of each animal under ketamine and xyla- zine anesthesia. One hundred … follow-

up. During each test, IOP was measured by a rebound tonometer (Tonopen XL, Reichert

Inc) under ketamine and xylazine anesthesia. The peripapillary …

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA)

… K Antagonist Oral Anticoagulants versus Vitamin K Antagonist Oral Anticoagulants in Patients Undergoing Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation: A …

G Santarpia, S De Rosa, A Polimeni, S Giampà… – PloS one, 2015

BACKGROUND: Use of the non-vitamin K antagonist oral anticoagulants (NOACs) is

endorsed by current guidelines for stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF).

However efficacy and safety of NOACs in patients undergoing catheter ablation (RFCA) of …

Treatment of Renal Cell Carcinomas

SN Kurukkal, SS Al-Busaidy – Urological Cancer Management, 2015

… cavitational ultrasound (PCU). However, only two ablation therapies are recommended

by expert panels for the treatment of renal tumours: cryoablation and radiofrequency

ablation. … hilum. 16.3.1 Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA). It is …

[PDF] Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Review of Diagnosis and Treatment Options

M Palaghia, CC Prelipcean, E Cotea, N Vlad… – Journal of Surgery [Jurnalul …, 2015

… Liver Metastases: Addition of new, multidisciplinary techniques and therapies like systemic or

local chemotherapy, radiofrequency ablation (RFA), cryotherapy and radiotherapy improves the

rate of liver metastases resectability but currently there is no gold standard concerning …

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H Takeuchi – 2015

… transplantation and as a radiofrequency ablation for AF [3]. Sixty-four-slice multidetector CT

(64-MDCT) becomes an option to evaluate coronary artery stenosis. … pulmonary venous stenosis

following radiofrequency ablation. Respiratory Care 2004; 49:1525-7. …

[PDF] The natural product sulforaphane inhibits breast cancer stem cell targets in triple negative and trastuzumab-resistant breast cancers

J Burnett – 2015

… metastasis (1). Substantial progress has been made with respect to the treatment of primary

tumors using surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and radiofrequency ablation. However,

the advancement of cancer to an invasive or metastatic stage is …

[HTML] Multidisciplinary management of advanced lung neuroendocrine tumors

PL Filosso, P Ferolla, F Guerrera, E Ruffini, WD Travis… – Journal of Thoracic Disease, 2015

… In the absence of hormonal control, many patients may benefit of SSA or Interferon,

associated with loco-regional therapies (liver palliative surgery, radiofrequency metastasis

ablation or trans arterial chemoembolization). Low-grade NETs. …

[PDF] Minimally-invasive Therapy in Thyroid Practice

L Hegedüs

… Ethanol ablation (PEI) • Laser ablation (ILP) • Radiofrequency ablation (RFA • Laszlo Hegedüs •

Enrico Papini (Rome, Italy) • Jung Hwan Baek (Seoul) Ford T Maserati Quatroporte Proto Spirra …

Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Page 21. 5/13/2015 21 P < 0,0001 RFA Obs. …

[PDF] 0915-0940 TBD 0940-1000 Coffee break/Poster viewing

M Kudo, G Abou-Alfa, O Baatarkhuu, RN Chien… – Surgery

… Prof Ho Yeong Lim (Korea) 1535-1555 Novel techniques: ablation Dr Shuichiro

Shiina (Japan) Circulating biomarkers Dr Wei Tang (Japan) 1555-1615 Surgery

vs. ablation: a new balance in the era of new technologies? …

Urological Cancer Management

SA Al-Mamari, SS Al-Busaidy

… time PSM Positive surgical margins PTH-rP Parathormone-related peptide pTNM Pathological

TNM QoL Quality of life RALP Robotic assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy RC Radical

cystectomy RCC Renal cell carcinoma RFA Radiofrequency ablation RN Radical …

[DOC] Deliverable 11

B Plan

… Introduction. Ablatech Inc. is a novel company developing a direct current (DC) Ablation device

for the treatment of fibroadenomas and lipomas. … Note: The DC Ablation generator is indicated

for use with Ablatech’s A2500 series of delivery needles, which are sold separately. …

Radiofrequency ablation for treatment of hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia lesions:“How I do it”

B Rotenberg, S Noyek, CJ Chin – American Journal of Rhinology & Allergy, 2015

Introduction: Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT) can cause significant epistaxis for

those that suffer from it. Traditaional surgical treatments are ablative and can cause thermal

damage. Radiofrequency (RF) energy can potentially be used to ablate HHT plaques at a …

Angiotensin receptor blockers improve survival outcomes after radiofrequency ablation in hepatocarcinoma patients

A Facciorusso, V Del Prete, N Crucinio, N Muscatiello… – Journal of Gastroenterology …, 2015

Methods Data on 153 patients were reviewed. The study population was classified into three

groups: 73 (47.8%) patients who received neither angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors

nor sartans (Group 1), 49 (32%) patients treated with angiotensin converting enzyme …

Ablative therapies: Advantages and disadvantages of radiofrequency, cryotherapy, microwave and electroporation methods, or how to choose the right method for an …

O Seror – Diagnostic and Interventional Imaging, 2015

… It is important, however, to understand that each of the ablated regions created remains … as possible

the functional liver parenchyma which implies to not ablate too large … No touch multibipolar

radiofrequency ablation for single liver metastases: a: axial computed tomography at …

Pulmonary Vein Stenosis After Minimally Invasive Stand‐alone Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation

E Abo‐salem, J Munjal, S Kapur – Journal of Cardiac Surgery, 2015

… vein. In our case, several rounds of cryoablation alternating with radiofrequency ablation

were also applied to confirm a transmural block. An extensive ablation strategy may

have contributed to the development of stenosis. Aggressive …

[PDF] Comparative study between conventional chemo-embolization and chemo-embolization using drug eluting beads as alternative methods for treatment of …

RS Elshahat, HA Ahmed, OI Saleh, EEA Ibrahim… – Life Science Journal, 2015

… Although preliminary screening and diagnosis have allowed HCC patients to benefit from radical

resection, transplantation, or radiofrequency ablation, tumors in some patients still progress rapidly

because of local spreading or metastases, particularly in those with background …

Treatment of hepatocellular carcinomas by thermal ablation and hepatic transarterial chemoembolization

P Chevallier, G Baudin, R Anty, A Guibal, M Chassang… – … and Interventional Imaging, 2015

… It has now been shown for monopolar radiofrequency ablation that this therapy

alone is sufficient to effectively treat single HCCs < 3 cm in diameter provided that

liver micrometastases are not present. If the HCC is >3 cm in …

The “Duality” of Idiopathic Ventricular Arrhythmias from the Left Ventricular Ostium

DJ Callans, P Santangeli – Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology, 2015

… LBBB, the other RBBB which were ablated from a single region. These patients were identified

from a series of 247 patients with idiopathic outflow tract PVCs. The methods included

electroanatomic mapping, irrigated radiofrequency ablation and site verification …

nonsystemic treAtment of Liver metAstAses from neuroendocrine tumor

D Putzer, G Widmann, D Waitz, W Jaschke, IJ Virgolini – … Analogues: From Research …, 2015

… 274 NONsYsTEMIC TREATMENT Of LIVER METAsTAsEs RfA radiofrequency ablation RILD

radiation‐induced liver disease sIRT selective internal radiation therapy sPECT single photon

emission computed tomography TACE transarterial chemoembolization Us ultrasound …

Interventional oncology for liver and lung metastases from colorectal cancer: The current state of the art

T de Baere, L Tselikas, E Pearson, S Yevitch, V Boige… – … and Interventional Imaging, 2015

… tissue causes cooling through convention, which is responsible for the “heat sink effect”, and

causes difficulties in ablating tissue close to … The hepatic recurrence rate in 6025 patients

undergoing surgery with or without radiofrequency ablation for malignant liver metastases from …

One Year Incidence of Atrial Septal Defect After PV Isolation: A Comparison Between Conventional Radiofrequency and Cryoballoon Ablation

G Mugnai, J Sieira, G Ciconte, MS Hervas, G Irfan… – Pacing and Clinical …, 2015

Background: Transseptal (TS) catheterization is needed to access the left heart during

pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) procedures. In the radiofrequency (RF) ablation procedure,

left atrial access is commonly achieved with a double TS puncture; cryoballoon (CB) …

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS/RSD)

[PDF] Topics on estimation, prediction and bounding risk for multivariate extremes

RA Yuen – 2015

… 17 2.3 CRPS M-estimation for max-stable models . . . . . 20 2.4 Simulation . . . . . … 141

A.1 Code for fitting max-linear models via CRPS . . . . . 142 A.2 Code for fitting a

Tawn-Molchanov max-stable model . . . . 144 BIBLIOGRAPHY . . . . . …

[PDF] A NOVEL APPROACH TO THE MANAGEMENT OF PARSONAGE-TURNER SYNDROME

DK Garas, MD Rano Faltas, ER Viscusi

… refractory CRPS, and has been found to be particularly efficacious6. • In a study

of 25 patients with refractory CRPS who underwent surgery, IV ketamine …

exacerbations or spread of their CRPS at their 3 month evaluation6, 13.

[PDF] Preliminary Port Recovery Plan Schedule 2: Regional Coastal Environment Plan for the Canterbury Region (RCEP) Provisions-Specific Changes Sought (or wording …

L Port, P Page – policy

… for by policies, rules and other methods set out in the RCEP. These changes sought are consistent

with the CRPS as set in Schedule 1. … These changes sought are consistent with the CRPS as set

out in Schedule 1. Amendments sought to Action 7 are Insert a new policy: …

Organisational Complaint Management

S Garding, A Bruns – Complaint Management and Channel Choice, 2015

… 2013). Garnefeld et al. (2013) even recommend companies to consider “building CRPs

into social media campaigns to take advantage 6 1 Organisational Complaint

Management Page 7. of the increasing social commerce opportunities”. …

[PDF] Reverse total shoulder arthroplasty for complex proximal humeral fractures in the elderly: How to improve outcomes and avoid complications

RPDM UCT, F Ortho, UCT MMed Orth, BVM Zim, F Orth… – pain

… 139 (90–180) – 27 (0–45) 1 (VAS) 10% 1 patient with CRPS, DVT, and GT resorption, 1 patient

with GT malunion, 1 patient with Grade 1 notching ASES 78 T a b le I: R esu lts o … RTSA 9

133(±20) 41 (±19) 1 (±1) 1/9 CRPS (recovered) ASES 80 (±11) T a b le II: R esu lts fo r stu …

[PDF] Syringomyelia & Spinal Cord Stimulation

RB Pitkanen, DL James

… found to be successfully used in the treatment of several neuropathic pain syndromes

such as radiculopathy, failed back surgery syndrome, CRPS, post-herpetic neuralgia,

as well as to a lesser extent for chronic migraine, refractory …

[PDF] Neuropsychology of Chronic Pain

EM Desensitization

… For example, com- plex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is caused by a disturbance of the

sympathetic nervous system— the network of nerves located along the spinal cord that controls

bodily functions such as the opening and closing of blood vessels and sweat glands. …

Stefan Garding Andrea Bruns

SBIN BUSINESS

… 2013). Garnefeld et al. (2013) even recommend companies to consider “building CRPs

into social media campaigns to take advantage 6 1 Organisational Complaint Management

Page 19. of the increasing social commerce opportunities”. …

” What I really needed was the truth”. Exploring the information needs of people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

S Grieve, C McCabe, J Adams – Musculoskeletal Care, 2015

… Download (52Kb) | Request a copy: Description/Abstract. Background United Kingdom

guidelines indicate individuals with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) require

information and education to support self management. …

Reprogramming of in situ spinal cord stimulator for covering newly developed postthoracotomy pain

NN Knezevic, MV Rana, P Czarnocki… – Journal of Clinical …, 2015

… Postthoracotomy pain; Spinal cord stimulation. 1. Introduction. Spinal cord stimulation has become

increasingly successful in the treatment of pain syndromes, especially neuropathic pain, ranging

from failed back surgery syndrome to complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). …

Late Amputation May Not Reduce Complications or Improve Mental Health in Combat-Related, Lower Extremity Limb Salvage Patients

CA Krueger, JC Rivera, DJ Tennent, AJ Sheean… – Injury, 2015

… Table 2. Documented reasons of why the limb salvage patients wanted a late amputation. CRPS:

Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome. Reasons for Desired Late Amputation, (n, %), … Lack of joint

motion, 6, 13%. Lack of strength, 4, 9%. Skin coverage or flap failure, 2, 5%. CRPS, 1, 2% …

Community-Based Review of Research Across Diverse Community Contexts: Key Characteristics, Critical Issues, and Future Directions

N Shore, A Ford, E Wat, M Brayboy, ML Isaacs, A Park… – American Journal of Public …, 2015

… These community-based research review processes (CRPs) can provide individual and

community-level ethics protections, enhance the cul- tural relevance of study de- signs and

competence of re- searchers, build community and academic research capac- ity, and shape …

Bayesian Model Averaging with Stratified Sampling for Probabilistic Quantitative Precipitation Forecasting in Northern China during Summer 2010

J Zhu, F Kong, L Ran, H Lei – Monthly Weather Review, 2015

Page 1. Monthly Weather Review EARLY ONLINE RELEASE This is a preliminary PDF of

the author-produced manuscript that has been peer-reviewed and accepted for publication.

Since it is being posted so soon after acceptance, it has not yet been …

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING THREOHYDROXYBUPROPION FOR THERAPEUTIC PURPOSES

H Tabuteau – US Patent 20,150,133,485, 2015

… In some embodiments, a combination of dextromethorphan and an antidepressant, such as

bupropion, may be administered to relieve complex regional pain syndrome, such as complex

regional pain syndrome type I (CRPS-I), complex regional pain syndrome type II (CRPS-II …

BUPROPION AS A MODULATOR OF DRUG ACTIVITY

H Tabuteau – US Patent 20,150,133,486, 2015

… In some embodiments, a combination of dextromethorphan and an antidepressant, such as

bupropion, may be administered to relieve complex regional pain syndrome, such as complex

regional pain syndrome type I (CRPS-I), complex regional pain syndrome type II (CRPS-II …

Osteoclast Inhibitors for Knee Conditions

H Tabuteau, G Jones – US Patent 20,150,133,403, 2015

… embodiments, an osteoclast inhibitor, such as a nitrogen-containing bisphosphonate, eg

zoledronic acid, ibandronic acid or minodronic acid, may be administered to relieve complex

regional pain syndrome, such as complex regional pain syndrome type I (CRPS-I), complex …

Neuroimaging-based biomarker discovery and validation.

CW Woo, TD Wager, CW Woo – PAIN, 2015

… Neuroimage 2008;40(2):788-795. [11] Geha PY, Baliki MN, Harden RN, Bauer WR, Parrish

TB, Apkarian AV. The brain in chronic CRPS pain: abnormal gray-white matter interactions

in emotional and autonomic regions. Neuron 2008;60(4):570-581. …

[PDF] IASP Interprofessional Pain Curriculum Outline

N Kariuki, J Miró, L Niemi-Murola, G Ochoa…

… Primary Lesion Peripheral • degenerative disc disease with radiculopathy in neck and low back •

peripheral neuropathies (diabetes, cancer, alcohol, HIV) • post herpetic neuralgia • acute disc

herniation with radiculopathy • complex regional pain syndrome II (CRPS II) (causalgia …

Fibromyalgia

Inflammatory Allied Conditions

MA Oliveira, A Ciechomska – Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography in Rheumatic …, 2015

… biopsies. Whereas in fibromyalgia, there are conflicting data about the utility of US,

and if used, it is mainly to exclude other causes of pain. … XXXIX. Sonographic assessment

of hip in fibromyalgia patients. Clin Exp Rheumatol 30: pp. …

Childhood adversity and illness progression in bipolar disorder

J Bücker, M Kauer-Sant’Anna, LN Yatham – Neuroprogression and Staging in Bipolar …, 2015

… BD patients with a history of childhood adversity also seem to report comorbidity with numerous

medical conditions, including allergies, arthritis, asthma, chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic

menstrual irregularities, fibromyalgia, head injury, hypotension, irrit- able bowel syndrome …

The Use of Motivational Interviewing in Physical Therapy Education and Practice: Empowering Patients Through Effective Self-Management

RM Pignataro, PT James Huddleston – Journal of Physical Therapy Education, 2015

… been successfully employed in promoting adherence to a walking program in patients receiving

chemotherapy for breast cancer,42 in improving health promotion behaviors among people with

coronary risk factors,42 and in promoting exercise in patients with fibromyalgia.39 In …

[PDF] Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

J Poduval – JMR, 2015

… J Craniomandib Disord 1992, 6:301-355. 4. Truta MP, Santucci ET, Donlon WC. Head

and Neck fibromyalgia and temporomandibular arthralgia. In: Jacobson AL, Donlon WC,

(Eds). Headache and Facial Pain. New York: Raven, 1990:141. …

From the Desk of Dr. Karl ROS Johnson, DC…..

ROS Karl

… Intentional musings of a unique Shelby Township Michigan Chiropractic Physician dedicated

to helping people find solutions to improving their health by rooting out causes to chronic

conditions such as fibromyalgia, thyroid disorder symptoms, balance disorders, migraines …

Ankylosing Spondylitis

M Backhaus, Y El Miedany – Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography in Rheumatic …, 2015

… Beside spondyloarthritis patients, enthesitis have been reported among athletes

as a consequence of traumatic injuries. Distinguishing fibromyalgia tender points

from enthesitis is another important challenge to be considered. …

[HTML] Development of a Learning-Oriented Computer Assisted Instruction Designed to Improve Skills in the Clinical Assessment of the Nutritional Status: A Pilot Evaluation

LG de Diego, M Cuervo, JA Martínez – 2015

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[PDF] P1. Community-Clinical Linkages in the WISEWOMAN Program

K Ahmed, I Vaid, D May, D Manheim – JOURNAL OF WOMEN’S HEALTH, 2015

… this study. Of the women patients, 361 reported a history of hysterectomy. A

comparison group consisted of 361 patients with a primary diagnosis of headache

or fibromyalgia without history of hysterectomy. Patients completed …

[HTML] The Hot Sauce: Peppers and Fat Loss

VR Prisk

… Aside from deterrence of muggers and bets between friends, there are many therapeutic

applications of capsaicin. Capsaicin creams, which desensitize nerves over time, are used

to treat neuropathy, shingles, psoriasis, arthritis pain and fibromyalgia. …

[PDF] TEMPORALITY AND INFORMATION WORK IN BONE MARROW TRANSPLANT

AG Büyüktür – 2015

… al., 2010; Hubbard et al., 2010), motor neuron disease (eg Locock et al., 2009), chronic fatigue

syndrome and fibromyalgia (eg Asbring, 2001), HIV infection (eg Anderson et al., 2010; Wilson,

2007), and multiple sclerosis (eg Green et al., 2007), among others. …

34 Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Functional Disorders, and Vaccination: Where Do We Stand?

JN Ablin, D Buskila – Vaccines and Autoimmunity, 2015

Gender and psychosocial context as determinants of fibromyalgia symptoms (fibromyalgia research criteria) in young adults from the general population

S Lourenço, L Costa, AM Rodrigues, F Carnide… – Rheumatology, 2015

Objective. To quantify the prevalence of FM (FM research criteria), to describe its

components—symptom severity score (SSS) and widespread pain index (WPI)—and to

identify biopsychosocial predictors of the severity of SSS as well as WPI using a …

Fibromyalgia and the Risk of a Subsequent Motor Vehicle Crash

DA Redelmeier, JD Zung, D Thiruchelvam… – The Journal of …, 2015

Objective Motor vehicle crashes are a widespread contributor to mortality and morbidity,

sometimes related to medically unfit motorists. We tested whether patients diagnosed with

fibromyalgia (FM) have an increased risk of a subsequent serious motor vehicle crash. …

Association of antithyroid peroxidase antibody with fibromyalgia in rheumatoid arthritis

J Ahmad, H Blumen, CE Tagoe – Rheumatology International, 2015

Abstract To investigate how autoimmune thyroiditis (ATD) affects the clinical presentation of

established rheumatoid arthritis (RA) with particular reference to fibromyalgia and chronic

widespread pain (CWP). A cohort of 204 patients with RA for whom the presence or …

Association between fibromyalgia and thyroid autoimmunity

N Shirzad, S Movassaghi, H Karmostaji, F Esfahanian… – 2015

Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterised by fatigue, generalised body pain and cognitive

symptoms, and the aetiology has not been clearly described. Because similar symptoms are

frequently found in Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and there is not an optimal response to the …

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR THE TREATMENT OF RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME AND FIBROMYALGIA

M Kandula – US Patent 20,150,133,408, 2015

Abstract: The invention relates to the compounds of formula I or its pharmaceutical

acceptable salts, as well as polymorphs, solvates, enantiomers, stereoisomers and hydrates

thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions comprising an effective amount of compounds …

[PDF] REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE REUMATOLOGIA

SB de Lorena, MCC de Lima, A Ranzolin, ÂLBP Duarte – rev bras reumatol, 2015

… Review article Effects of muscle stretching exercises in the treatment of fibromyalgia: a systematic

review … articleinfo Article history: Received 16 March 2014 Accepted 17 August 2014 Available

online 6 January 2015 Keywords: Fibromyalgia Stretching Physiotherapy abstract …

36 Infections, Vaccinations, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

H Mahagna, N Mahroum, H Amital – Vaccines and Autoimmunity, 2015

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR INDUCING MYOBLAST DIFFERENTIATION AND MYOTUBE FORMATION

MP Czech, M Wang – US Patent 20,150,133,520, 2015

… 12. The method of claim 11, wherein the muscle disorder is selected from the group consisting

of: muscle atrophy, muscle weakness, myopathy, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, muscular

dystrophy, fatigue fibromyalgia, spinal muscle atrophy, distal muscular dystrophy …

27 Aluminum Particle Biopersistence, Systemic Transport, and Long-Term Safety: Macrophagic Myofasciitis and Beyond

RK Gherardi, J Cadusseau, FJ Authier – Vaccines and Autoimmunity, 2015