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View article: The Impact of the Bypass Transport Method on Clinical Outcomes after Large Vessel Occlusion: A Pooled-Proportion Meta-Analysis
The Impact of the Bypass Transport Method on Clinical Outcomes after Large Vessel Occlusion: A Pooled-Proportion Meta-Analysis Open
This meta-analysis compares the 90-day mortality and functional outcomes between patients, and we found a statistically significant improvement in time to MT for those directly transported to a CSC; however, there was not a significant dif…
View article: An Adaptive Spaced Practice Approach to Blood Pressure Measurement Among First-Year Medical Students: A Pilot Study
An Adaptive Spaced Practice Approach to Blood Pressure Measurement Among First-Year Medical Students: A Pilot Study Open
Spaced repetition has been shown to promote knowledge retention and has demonstrated efficacy in studies of medical students and residents. There is also substantial evidence to show that spaced practice is superior to massed practice in f…
View article: Vascularization, Innervation, and Inflammation: Pathways Connecting the Heart–Brain Axis and Implications in a Clinical Setting
Vascularization, Innervation, and Inflammation: Pathways Connecting the Heart–Brain Axis and Implications in a Clinical Setting Open
With an aging population, the incidence of both ischemic heart disease and strokes have become the most prevalent diseases globally. These diseases have similar risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, and smoking. However, there is a…
View article: Use of Mechanical Thrombectomy versus Tissue Plasminogen Activator in Low–Middle-Income Countries: A Meta-Epidemiological Analysis of Treatment Options and Social Determinants of Health
Use of Mechanical Thrombectomy versus Tissue Plasminogen Activator in Low–Middle-Income Countries: A Meta-Epidemiological Analysis of Treatment Options and Social Determinants of Health Open
Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is the second leading cause of death worldwide, and the disease burden falls greatly on low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) with around 63% of the global incidence. Despite medical advancements in high-inco…
View article: Prediction models for risk assessment of surgical site infection after spinal surgery: A systematic review
Prediction models for risk assessment of surgical site infection after spinal surgery: A systematic review Open
View article: An Updated Systematic Review on Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version
An Updated Systematic Review on Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version Open
Purpose: Current practice guidelines recommend offering patients an external cephalic version (ECV) when a fetus is found to be in breech position. If successful, vaginal delivery can then safely follow an ECV. ECV for a term breech presen…
View article: Tracheopathia osteochondroplastica: a case report illustrating the importance of imaging in this rare disorder
Tracheopathia osteochondroplastica: a case report illustrating the importance of imaging in this rare disorder Open
This case illustrates the relationship between esophageal, cardiac, and pulmonary symptoms, and highlights the role of imaging in the diagnosis of TPO. It also demonstrates a possible treatment option for symptomatic TPO that hasn't previo…
View article: The neurosurgeon workforce: a geographical gender-focused analysis of the trends in representation of neurosurgeons and choices in training over 70 years
The neurosurgeon workforce: a geographical gender-focused analysis of the trends in representation of neurosurgeons and choices in training over 70 years Open
OBJECTIVE Neurosurgeons frequently move throughout their careers, with moves driven by personal and professional factors. In this study, the authors analyzed these migration trends through a dynamic migratory map and statistical review, wi…
View article: Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version: An Updated Systematic Review
Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version: An Updated Systematic Review Open
PURPOSE : To review the decision aids currently available or being developed to predict a patient’s odds that their external cephalic version (ECV) will be successful. METHODS : We searched PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central, and ClinicalTri…
View article: Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version: An Updated Systematic Review
Prediction Models for Successful External Cephalic Version: An Updated Systematic Review Open
PURPOSE : To review the decision aids currently available or being developed to predict a patient’s odds that their external cephalic version (ECV) will be successful. METHODS : We searched PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Central, and ClinicalTri…
View article: Hedgehog proteins create a dynamic cholesterol interface
Hedgehog proteins create a dynamic cholesterol interface Open
During formation of the Hedgehog (Hh) signaling proteins, cooperative activities of the Hedgehog INTein (Hint) fold and Sterol Recognition Region (SRR) couple autoproteolysis to cholesterol ligation. The cholesteroylated Hh morphogens play…