A5103162974- Ear and Head Tumors
- Surgical Simulation and Training
- Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes
- Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques
- Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Child Nutrition and Feeding Issues
- Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
- Immune cells in cancer
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Clinical Nutrition and Gastroenterology
- Healthcare Systems and Practices
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment
- Immune Response and Inflammation
- Energy Harvesting in Wireless Networks
- Hospital Admissions and Outcomes
- Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment
- Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Studies
- Brain Metastases and Treatment
- Polyomavirus and related diseases
- interferon and immune responses
- CNS Lymphoma Diagnosis and Treatment
- Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare
University College Dublin
2025
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
2022-2023
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital
2021-2023
Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital
2023
Beaumont Hospital
2022
University Hospital Waterford
2020
National Maternity Hospital
2013-2018
St James's University Hospital
2014
St. James's Hospital
2010
<h3>Objective</h3> To determine whether serial ANA testing predicts biological disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARD)-associated ANA/dsDNA production in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). <h3>Methods</h3> Serial autoantibody profiles, bDMARD treatment sequences and clinical data were collected from identified our database that since 2005 received (i) a first (tumour necrosis factor inhibitor (TNFi)) (ii) tocilizumab and/or abatacept. <h3>Results</h3> Of over 1000 patients, 454...
Abstract Two million infants die each year from infectious diseases before they reach 12 mo; many of these are vaccine preventable in older populations. Pattern recognition receptors represent the critical front-line defense against pathogens. Evidence suggests that innate immune system does not fully develop until puberty, contributing to impaired response infection and responses neonates, infants, children. The activity pattern receptor family cytosolic nucleic acid (CNA) sensors this...
Simulation is a rapidly developing field in modern undergraduate skills education and postgraduate surgical training.We aim to evaluate simulation training as tool for higher functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) using the Kirkpatrick evaluation model.This was prospective cohort study which qualitative survey multiple-choice questionnaire were distributed otolaryngology trainees pre- post-FESS course models. Participants' reactions interpretations of models assessed. Pre-...
Abstract Objective The objective of this study was to explore the pattern lymph‐node spread SCCs involving temporal bone. Methods We retrospectively reviewed all cutaneous bone over a 20‐year time‐period. Forty‐one patients were eligible. Results Mean age 72.8 years. diagnosis SCC in cases. All underwent resection, 70.7% had neck‐dissection and 78.0% parotidectomy. Level 2 most common area neck metastasis, occurred 12.2%. parotid disease 34.1%. 51.2% free‐flap reconstruction. overall...
Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) are slow-growing, locally invasive lesions that rarely metastasise, however, if left untreated can progress to extensive destruction of local structures giving rise the alternative name ‘the rodent ulcer’. Here we present a case BCC ear progressing pinna and mastoid, involving facial nerve breaching dura. This presentation shows not only seldom-seen natural progression ulcer with impressive imaging clinical photographs but also highlights broader topic capacity...
A fathers presence during labour is now commonplace in modern obstetric practise. We sought to evaluate fathers’ experiences of pregnancy, and delivery. survey was distributed the postnatal period, comprised 17 questions. The questions were quantitative multiple-choice nature. No qualitative data sought. total 1000 completed questionnaires submitted for analysis. mean age study 33.8 years. Approximately 70% population married, while 27.3% long term relationships. significant percentage...
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Background: The British Society for Gastroenterology and the Joint Advisory Group on GI endoscopy in their 2016 recommendations, have highlighted that per rectum (PR) examination should be documented 100% of colonoscopies. primary aim this study was to examine PR documentation colonoscopy reports at institution.
Background: Polyp detection rate is considered a key performance indicator in quality colonoscopies. The National Study the US found 76% reduction colorectal cancer patients who have colonoscopy and polypectomy. recommendations are 25% adenoma (ADR), UK, current an ADR of >15%, though it envisaged that this will rise to >20%. A UK study highlighted national 15.9%
Abstract Purpose: Facial nerve resection is often required in lateral temporal bone for tumors extending to the skull base. Limited data exists guide facial reanimation strategies. Methods: This a retrospective cohort study. Patients undergoing national referral center were included and divided into two groups: preservation or resection. Survival locoregional recurrence outcomes analyzed by Kaplan-Meier survival analysis. Prognostic factors identified using univariate multivariate...
Abstract Introduction MCC is a rare cutaneous neuroendocrine tumour with high risk of regional and distant metastasis. Management this highly aggressive complex mandates multidisciplinary approach for optimal outcomes. Method Over 12 months, three cases in the cervicofacial region were identified described. A critical review literature included. Result Tumour staging confirmed 2/3 had spread. One patient underwent unilateral parotidectomy modified radical neck dissection adjuvant...