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This study investigated the effect of varying techniques on the surface characteristics of pressed titanium cranioplasty plates, commonly manufactured in laboratory practice. The aim was to highlight the variety of techniques currently used, assess these methods of manufacture and produce manufacturing...
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The strong magnetic field of integrated magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and radiation treatment systems influences secondary electrons resulting in changes in dose deposition in three dimensions. To fill the need for volumetric dose quality assurance, we investigated the effects of strong magnetic fields...
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There are no published data of the tolerance of combination of Palbociclib and radiotherapy (Palbo-RT). The use of Palbociclib was recently authorized in France for metastatic hormonal receptor (HR) positive HER2 negative breast cancer in association with hormonal therapy in post-menopausal women. A...
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Publication date: October 2017Source:European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases, Volume 134, Issue 5 from #ORL via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2wVrLmF
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Publication date: October 2017Source:European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases, Volume 134, Issue 5 from #ORL via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2xD2Hhp
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The aim of the study was to establish a basic data set of combined functional and anatomical measures of aged sheep larynges using ex vivo models. Combining these two approaches in one and the same larynx is an unmet goal so far yet is important as newer treatment strategies aim to preserve the organ...
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I read with interest the recent Editorial1 in The Lancet Oncology. The Editorial suggested that immunotherapy is being overhyped and offering false hope to patients with cancer. In the Editorial, advances in immunotherapy were likened to drug developments for EGFR and VEGF inhibitors, which were rolled...
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The results from our randomised phase 3 trial1 showed that young patients, affected by high-risk diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (age-adjusted International Prognostic Index score of 2–3), who received abbreviated rituximab-dose-dense chemotherapy plus high dose therapy and autologous stem-cell transplantation...
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When Nancy Borowick’s father was diagnosed with cancer in 2012, her mother had already been battling the disease for 15 years. Both now had terminal diagnoses, and Borowick, a documentary photographer, set about recording their final months together. The Family Imprint is a handsome book containing these...
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A 14-year-old previously healthy adolescent male patient presented at Rady Children’s Hospital (San Diego, CA, USA) in July, 2016, with a history of worsening snoring, recurrent nocturnal awakenings, and daytime somnolence over an 8-month period. Notably, the patient was not overweight or obese; by contrast,...
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During the past six decades, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has helped to address the growing cancer burden, by delivering substantial cancer-related assistance to low-income and middle-income member states. IAEA assistance has primarily been facilitated through sustainable radiotherapy...
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Cancer is not one disease but hundreds—not one emperor of maladies but an empire of related conditions sprawling through the human body. Perhaps reflecting that fact, most Edinburgh Fringe Festivals see a glut of shows about cancers of various stripes. Each Fringe exhibits several medically themed shows,...
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In 2013, we published a Commission titled, Planning cancer control in Latin America and the Caribbean1 that highlighted the potential harms of an increasing cancer epidemic in a region where infrastructure and funding is ill-equipped to cope with non-communicable diseases. The Commission also detailed...
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Breast cancer incidence and mortality rates continue to rise in Peru, with related deaths projected to increase from 1208 in 2012, to 2054 in 2030. Despite improvements in national cancer control plans, various barriers to positive breast cancer outcomes remain. Multiorganisational stakeholder collaboration...
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In Health Advocacy Inc, Sharon Batt chronicles what she dubs the breast cancer advocacy movement’s “secret war”: the fracturing of the movement over the contentious issue of whether to accept funding from pharmaceutical companies (pharma). from Cancer via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2xLcJ23
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Following the implementation of the National Cancer Prevention and Control Results-based Budget Programme (PpR Cancer–024) in 2011, the Peruvian Government approved the Plan Esperanza—a population-based national cancer control plan—in 2012. Legislation that ensured full government-supported funding for...
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Peru, like several other South American countries, is experiencing remarkable population growth, ageing, and urbanisation, which has given rise to profound changes in its epidemiological profile. Prostate and breast cancer are the most frequent cancers in men and women, respectively, in Lima and Arequipa,...
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In June, 2017, Corinne Faivre-Finn and colleagues reported the results of the CONVERT trial,1 which adds great value to management guidance for patients with small-cell lung cancer. They reported that once-daily radiotherapy (66 Gy in 33 fractions) did not differ from twice-daily radiotherapy (45 Gy...
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Publication date: Available online 27 September 2017Source:Trends in Biochemical Sciences ...
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Publication date: Available online 27 September 2017Source:Trends in Biochemical Sciences ...
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Periodic limb movements (PLMs) during sleep increase with age and are associated with striatal neurodegeneration and dopamine deficiency. Limb movements are often associated with disruptions to non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Motor skill memory consolidation recruits the striatum, and learning-dependent...
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The optimal timing of refeeding after ERCP is unknown. Some practices keep fasting for 24 hours after ERCP whereas others resume feeding earlier. We aimed to evaluate the risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis (PEP) in patients who initiate early feeding based on their clinical assessment, including serum amylase...
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Malignant esophagorespiratory fistula (MERF) has been usually managed by the placement of self-expandable metal stent (SEMS) with conflicting results. This study aimed to identify risk factors associated with clinical failure after SEMS placement for the treatment of MERF. from Endocrinology via xlomafota13...
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Abstract It is very well known that bone marrow (BM) microvasculature may possess a crucial role in the maintenance of homeostasis of BM due to mutual interactions between BM microvascular system and other physiological functions including haematopoiesis and osteogenesis. Chemotherapy...
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Publication date: 15 February 2018Source:Biosensors and Bioelectronics, Volume 100 Author(s):...
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Publication date: 15 February 2018Source:Biosensors and Bioelectronics, Volume 100 Author(s):...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
AbstractTime-to-event end points are the most frequent primary end points in phase III oncology trials, both in the adjuvant and advanced settings. The evaluation of these end points is important to inform clinical practice. However, although different measures can be used to describe the effect of treatment...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
AbstractBackgroundSurgery represents the only curative treatment for stage I–III midgut neuroendocrine tumors (NETs). At present, there are very limited data on the risk of postoperative recurrence. The optimal modality, duration and frequency of surveillance have not been well established. In this work,...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
AbstractBackgroundOne of the effects of oncogenic signaling is metabolic reprogramming of tumor cells to support anabolic growth, opening the way to therapeutic targeting of metabolic pathways.MethodsWe studied NAD biosynthesis in BRAF inhibitor (BRAFi)–resistant (BiR) melanoma cell lines. Data in cell...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
AbstractBackgroundWe have previously shown that gene expression profiles of oral leukoplakia (OL) may improve the prediction of oral cancer (OC) risk. To identify new targets for prevention, we performed a systematic survey of transcripts associated with an increased risk of oral cancer and overexpressed...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
Reuters Health Information from Dermatology via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2fzdbty
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
We continued our conversation with Laurel Gu, Research Director, and Jessica Jin, Associate Beauty Director, both of Mintel, on the Chinese economy and how selective spending habits are causing a thought-provoking stir for brands. from Aesthetics via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2k5mcvM
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
Unilever’s platform for startups and innovators to engage, collaborate and explore business opportunities with Unilever and its 400-plus brand portfolio has launched its Foundry 30 SEAA community. from Aesthetics via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2k1C2aM
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
Japanese personal care heavyweight, Shiseido, succeeds in developing and applying two newly-advanced technologies: In Vivo visualisation of dermal capillaries and the involvement of vascular plexus malformation in hyperpigmentation. from Aesthetics via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2y8GfA1
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:27
Liliane Bettencourt passed away last week, following decades of dedicated activity as a leader within the beauty and personal care industry. from Aesthetics via xlomafota13 on Inoreader http://ift.tt/2y9qDfp
Wed Sep 27, 2017 23:19
Say hello to MassDevice +5, a bite-sized view of the top five medtech stories of the day. This...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 22:57
Abstract BackgroundCross-sectional studies suggested that allergy prevalence in childhood is higher in boys compared to girls, but it remains unclear if this inequality changes after puberty. We examined the sex-specific prevalence of asthma and rhinitis as single and as multimorbid diseases before...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 22:57
Abstract Endothelin-1 (ET-1) is associated with skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis (AD) and psoriasis. ET-1 is enhanced in the skin of AD and psoriasis patients. In addition, plasma levels of ET-1 are elevated in AD and psoriasis. Although both AD and psoriasis are T cell–mediated skin diseases,...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 22:57
Abstract Food allergy can result in considerable morbidity, impairment of quality of life and healthcare expenditure. There is therefore interest in novel strategies for its treatment, particularly food allergen immunotherapy (FA-AIT) through the oral (OIT), sublingual (SLIT) or epicutaneous (EPIT)...
Wed Sep 27, 2017 22:57
Abstract There are sparse and conflicting data regarding the long-term clinical course of atopic dermatitis (AD). Although often described as a primarily childhood disease, newer population-based estimates suggest the prevalence of pediatric and adult disease may be similar. Our objective was to determine...
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