- Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
- Cutaneous lymphoproliferative disorders research
- Anesthesia and Pain Management
- Eosinophilic Disorders and Syndromes
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes
- Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
- Autoimmune Bullous Skin Diseases
- Pain Management and Opioid Use
- Skin Protection and Aging
- Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques
- Nausea and vomiting management
- Innovations in Medical Education
- Stroke Rehabilitation and Recovery
- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Air Quality Monitoring and Forecasting
- Genetic and rare skin diseases.
- Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
- Skin and Cellular Biology Research
- Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders
- Dermatological and Skeletal Disorders
Texas Children's Hospital
2019-2024
Manchester Memorial Hospital
2024
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
2023
James Cook University
2021-2022
Baylor College of Medicine
2011-2022
The University of Sydney
2016-2021
Bethesda North Hospital
2021
Northwell Health
2021
Boston Medical Center
2021
Winthrop-University Hospital
2020
Disparate results from the existing large CT colonography (CTC) trials suggest that 2D polyp detection is less sensitive than 3D detection, but no direct evidence exists to support this claim. Our goal was assess sensitivity of primary with cases Department Defense CTC screening trial and compare evaluation previous trials.Ten radiologists, blinded findings, retrospectively interpreted 730 consecutive colonoscopy-proven in asymptomatic adults using a approach, reserved for problem solving....
To compare the accuracy of polyp measurement at computed tomographic (CT) colonography by using two-dimensional (2D) multiplanar reformation (MPR) and three-dimensional (3D) endoluminal displays obtained both in a colon phantom clinical examinations.This HIPAA-compliant study had institutional review board approval, all patients provided signed informed consent, which allowed for additional retrospective evaluation. Two-dimensional 3D CT were generated from data an vitro that contained 10...
Rationale: Diesel exhaust (DE), an established model of traffic-related air pollution, contributes significantly to the global burden asthma and may augment effects allergen inhalation. Newer diesel particulate-filtering technologies increase NO2 emissions, raising questions regarding their effectiveness in reducing harm from associated engine output.Objectives: To assess DE coexposure on lung function, airway responsiveness, circulating leukocytes, determine whether particle depletion...
To comprehensively review the existing studies of articaine in dentistry and conduct a systematic meta-analysis to answer following Population, Intervention, Comparison Outcome question: "Is safe efficacious local anaesthetic for routine dental treatment compared lidocaine?"Database searches were conducted Medline Ovid, Pubmed, Scopus, Emcare, Proquest Cochrane Central register Controlled Trials. Inclusion criteria all English, human, randomised controlled trials interventions involving 4%...
Introduction: Opioid prescribing patterns have come under increasing scrutiny with the recent rise in opioid prescriptions, misuse and abuse, opioid-related adverse events. To date, there been limited studies on effect of default tablet quantities as part emergency department (ED) electronic order entry. Our goal was to evaluate before after removal a quantity 20 tablets from ED entry.Methods: We performed retrospective observational study at single academic, urban 58,000 annual visits....
To assess pharmacist and general practitioner (GP) advice behaviors, as related to reported by patients parents of using topical corticosteroids (TCS) on a long-term basis.Multicenter cross-sectional survey (aged 18+) pediatric <18) with history (≥1 month) TCS use, assessing: treatment adherence reasons for non-adherence; beliefs regarding use safety; messages received from community pharmacists, GPs, family/friends the Internet; experiences GP counseling use.A total 123 78 completed (n =...
Clinical experience is a crucial component of dental education as it prepares students for real-world practice. Our study aimed to investigate the transition from preclinical clinical training experiences at regional Australian school.A mixed-methods was conducted using survey and focus groups. Participants were who recently transitioned into training. Survey data analysed quantitatively descriptive statistics, whilst qualitative thematically conceptual framework organisational socialisation...
The decision to admit a patient with cancer the intensive care unit (ICU) is complex. There are limited data as outcome and prognostic factors of patients solid tumors admitted ICU. A retrospective chart review was undertaken evaluate this issue. Over an 18-month period, 147 were our Lung, colorectal, breast commonest sites primary tumors, 52% having metastatic disease. total 79 (54%) survived hospital discharge, 50 (34%) being discharged home. Metastatic disease requirement for vasopressor...
Rationale Stroke and poststroke depression are common have a profound ongoing impact on an individual's quality of life. However, reliable biological correlates functional outcome not been well established in humans. Aims Our aim is to identify factors, molecular imaging, associated with recovery that may be used guide more targeted interventions. Design In longitudinal cohort study 200 stroke survivors, the START – STroke imAging pRevention Treatment cohort, we will examine relationship...
Three studies explored amateur and professional users' compliance with pesticide warning labels. Professionals were classified as people working in a profession which the use of pesticides is necessary part their job. Amateurs used only leisure time. The first study showed that wording affected perception appropriateness hazard statements, one most effective variations being personal pronoun (statements beginning “You should...”). location information was also found to affect actual...
The Chiari I malformation is a congenital abnormality characterised by downward displacement of the cerebellar tonsils through foramen magnum into cervical spine. It presents clinically most often in young adult women. Known ocular manifestations linked to consist primarily oculomotor paresis with cranial nerve VI palsy and convergence/divergence abnormalities. Papilloedema rare manifestation clinical presentation similar that idiopathic intracranial hypertension. To highlight this unusual...
Because nausea is difficult to evaluate in children, vomiting used as the objective clinical end point managing pediatric postoperative and postdischarge (PDNV). The recently developed pictorial Baxter Retching Faces (BARF) scale has content, construct, convergent validity quantifying intensity. We determined its usefulness assessing PDNV, establishing lowest age associated with consistently reliable use, score at which patients identify a need for therapy, minimum clinically relevant change...
We report a female infant with recurrent biopsy-proven vesicobullous incontinentia pigmenti occurring after her 12-month and 18-month immunizations. To our knowledge, recurrence following immunizations has not been reported. propose that vaccinations may serve as triggers for reactivation.
No AccessJournal of UrologyPediatric Urology1 May 2021Effect Caudal vs. Penile Block on the Incidence Hypospadias Complications Following Primary Repairs: A Retrospective Cohort StudyThis article is commented by following:Editorial CommentEditorial Comment Adam C. Adler, Arvind Chandrakantan, Andrew D. Lee, Chester J. Koh, Nicolette K. Janzen, and Paul F. Austin AdlerAdam Adler *Correspondence: Department Anesthesiology, Perioperative Pain Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College...
A visual field defect (VFD) is a common consequence of stroke with detrimental effect upon the survivors’ functional ability and quality life. The identification effective treatments for VFD key priority relating to life post-stroke. Understanding natural evolution scanning compensation over time may have important ramifications development efficacious therapies. study aims unravel history behaviour in patients VFD. assessment patterns acute chronic stages will reveal who does not learn...
Ascending aorta manipulation during on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery can release embolic matter and may cause stroke. Strategies for lowering the stroke rate associated with include off-pump without cardiopulmonary pump-assisted minimal aortic (i.e., cross-clamping). We examined whether one approach is superior to other in reducing perioperative mortality rates.We reviewed consecutive elective, urgent, emergency off-pump/no-bypass pump-assisted/no-clamp procedures...
Abstract Objective To assess the knowledge, attitudes and behaviour towards sun protection measures in a sample of Australian adults. Methods A multicentre, cross‐sectional study was undertaken during 2014 using population‐based survey 416 individuals over age 18. The this group adults were assessed. impact educational level employment status on responses also evaluated. Results Sunscreen is most common sun‐protective measure. Daily sunscreen use below 20%. Forgetfulness largest barrier to...
there was an incorrect value in the 'Articaine safety' section: 'Malamed et al.'s 2001's multi-centre trial involving comparison of 2% lidocaine with 4% articaine on 1325 patients aged 4-8 years age found that well-tolerated and safe for use routine clinical dentistry' should have read 4-80 dentistry.'
Patients' perception of quality is a critical primary outcome medical care. Important downstream effects perceived include more trusting attitude toward the physician, adherence to treatment, and better treatment outcomes. satisfaction issues are important address during dermatology residency training. The aim study was determine patients' with residents identify potential areas that could be targeted improve satisfaction.Dermatology informed patients about survey on an online doctor...