A5087354402- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
- Lung Cancer Treatments and Mutations
- Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances
- Medical Imaging and Pathology Studies
- Lung Cancer Research Studies
- Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Esophageal Cancer Research and Treatment
- Cardiac tumors and thrombi
- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Foreign Body Medical Cases
- Vascular Tumors and Angiosarcomas
- Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment
- Vascular Malformations and Hemangiomas
- Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
- Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
- Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment
- Neuroblastoma Research and Treatments
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
- Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
University of Foggia
2013-2023
Ospedali Riuniti di Foggia
2017-2022
Thoracic Surgery Foundation
2017
University of Bari Aldo Moro
2016
University of Vienna
2010
Background: We report short and long-term results with the dedicated Synthes® titanium plates system, introduced 5 years ago, for chest wall stabilization reconstruction. Methods: retrospectively analyzed (January 2010 to December 2014) 27 consecutive patients (22 males, females; range 16–83 years, median age 60 years), treated this system: primary [3] secondary [8] tumor; flail [5]; multiple ribs fractures sternal dehiscence-diastasis [3]; fracture [1]; sternoclavicular joint dislocation...
During thoracic surgery in lateral decubitus, one lung ventilation (OLV) may impair respiratory mechanics and gas exchange. We tested a strategy based on an open approach (OLA) consisting recruitment immediately followed by decremental positive-end expiratory pressure (PEEP) titration to the best system compliance (CRS) separately quantified elastic properties of chest wall. Our hypothesis was that this would improve Further, we were interested documenting impact OLA partitioned mechanics....
Abstract In this in vitro study, we test our hypothesis that Broccoli-derived vesicles (BDVs), combining the anti-oxidant properties of their components and advantages structure, can influence metabolic activity different cancer cell lines. BDVs were isolated from homogenized fresh broccoli ( Brassica oleracea L.) using a sucrose gradient ultracentrifugation method characterized terms physical properties, such as particle size, morphology, surface charge by transmission electron microscopy...
Tracheal inflammatory pseudotumor (IPT) is a rare solid lesion with an unpredictable biological course. Treatment can vary and surgical resection may sometimes be necessary, even in pediatric age. We report the case of 12-year-old male patient who presented to our institution sudden dyspnoea after some months wheezing cough, wrongly considered treated as asthma. Neck-chest CT-scan fiberbronchoscopy showed intraluminal tracheal mass, originating from left antero-lateral wall at level 5th...
Epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (EHE) of soft tissues is a rare low-grade vascular tumour, with variable malignancy. Mediastinal localization exceptional. We report the first case radically resected EHE azygos vein (AV). A 47-year old man presented to our institution an asymptomatic incidental neck–chest computerized tomography (CT) evidence 3 cm mediastinal mass, resembling station 4R lymphadenopathy, rather distinct margins, strictly adjacent AV. 18F-fluorodeoxyglucose positron emission...
Second cancer is the leading cause of death in lymphoma survivors, with lung representing most common solid tumor. Limited information exists about treatment and prognosis second following lymphoma. Herein, we evaluated outcome prognostic factors Lung Cancer Lymphoma Survivors (the LuCiLyS study) to improve patient selection for treatment.This a retrospective multicentre study including consecutive patients treated disease that subsequently developed non-small cell (NSCLC). Data regarding...
In lung transplantation, appropriate size matching is of crucial importance to achieve satisfactory outcomes. Tailoring the has been repeatedly described as successful means overcoming disparities. The goal this study was define a parameter helping surgeon in decision whether standard transplantation or lobar should be anticipated.We retrospectively analysed ratio between donor total capacity (TLC) and recipient TLC all lung-transplant procedures performed our institution from 1 January 2008...
Necrotizing granulomatous diseases of the lungs are usually dependent on a narrow range differential diagnoses. Tuberculosis (TB) is responsible for largest number cases, while necrotizing sarcoidosis generally considered rare and easily distinguishable disease substantially based histological features. However, this entity has become viable diagnosis in absence mycobacteria isolation or when remarkable clinical improvement cannot be achieved with combination anti-TB drugs at full dosage....
Pulmonary hamartoma is the most common benign tumor of lung. We analyzed a 20-year historical series patients with pulmonary undergoing surgical resection, aiming to evaluate characteristics, outcomes, and association between lung cancer.It was retrospective multicenter study including data all consecutive resection. The end-points were evaluate: (i) characteristics hamartoma, (ii) (iii) whether predictive factor for cancer development RESULTS: Our population included 540 patients. Upfront...
We utilized a new ventricular assist device, the PulseCath catheter, to perform an off-pump bypass procedure in patient with low ejection fraction. The 21 Fr driven by standard intra-aortic balloon pump console, can generate pulsatile flow of 2–3 l/min. coupled device is important tool for left assistance.
Pericardial cysts are rare benign anomalies generally discovered as incidental findings on radiographic images. Rarely, pericardial cause symptoms and may lead to complications. A 56-year-old woman presented the emergency department for mild chest pain. cardiovascular respiratory examination revealed no abnormalities, while a X-ray subsequent thoracic computed tomography (CT) showed cyst. The patient refused both percutaneous treatment surgery. Three years later, CT scan that cyst had...
Doubts still exist concerning the mechanisms involved in ocular ischemic syndrome (OIS) and its dependence on carotid disease. We report findings from 14 surgical patients undergoing artery reconstruction for symptomatic cerebrovascular All of them had fluorescein angiography (FA) eye ipsilateral to operation before surgery 3 months after provide information regarding retinal circulation time. Before procedure, mean time was 29.4 ± 9.4 seconds (CI 95%: 24.5-34.3). After months, a significant...
We reported a tubeless tracheal resection and reconstruction for the management of benign posttracheostomy stenosis.A 34-year-old man with stridor, severe respiratory distress, recurrent pneumonia was referred to our attention treatment stenosis. As he refused general anesthesia, procedure performed while under local anesthesia spontaneous ventilation.Sedation started infusion dexmedetomidine 0.7 mg/kg/min remifentanil 0.5 mg/kg/h; also, 40%-50% oxygen delivered using laryngeal mask at rate...