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Endovascular occlusion of external carotid artery: internal jugular vein fistula via direct transcranial access to transverse-sigmoid sinus Open

Kautilya R. Patel, William Thorell, Nicholas Borg, Frank Mezzacappa, Carlos M. Alvarez , et al. · 2025

Endovascular transarterial or retrograde transvenous occlusion is the preferred modality for treatment of dural arteriovenous fistulas at most intracranial locations. However, transvenous navigation to the segment of interest might not be …

Potential prognostic determinants for FET::CREB fusion-positive intracranial mesenchymal tumor Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie K. Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2024

Standardized Approach to Managing Adhesive Small Bowel Obstructions Reduces Hospital Length of Stay on the Emergency General Surgery Service Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

can occur anytime on the floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Medical School Elective on Breastfeeding Medicine Successful, Possible Model for Addressing Curriculum Gap Open

Diana Bosworth, Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Potential Prognostic Determinants for FET::CREB Fusion Positive Intracranial Mesenchymal Tumors Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

A Longitudinal Study of K Values Changes After Penetrating Keratoplasty (PKP) Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

The Roles of Mucins MUC5AC and MUC16 in Lung Cancer Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

significantly reduced hospital length of stay for patients with ASBOs.We are now piloting a revised pathway that can occur anytime on the floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Resident Satisfaction with Didactic Curriculum and ABSITE Scores After a Major Curriculum Change Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Too Much Time on Their Hands? - Evolving Characteristics of Adult Trauma Patients During the COVID-19 Pandemic Open

Mark Ringle, Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Comparison of Peripheral Biomarker Profiles Across Unique Multimorbidity Patterns in Rheumatoid Arthritis Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

can occur anytime on the floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Interactive Learning and UV Dosimetry as a means to Improving Sun Safety Knowledge and Behaviors Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

can occur anytime on the floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Provider Knowledge and Utilization of Naloxone Prescriptions from the Emergency Department Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Implementation of Standardized Ictal and Post-Ictal Examinations in Epilepsy Monitoring Unit Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Liposuction for Superficialization of Deep Hemodialysis Vascular Access: A Novel Application Open

Kelsey Tieken, Michael Visenio, Sara Cartwright, Makayla Schissel, Tiffany Tanner , et al. · 2023

can occur anytime on the floor to hopefully reduce LOS even further.

Improving Safety Through Accurate and Patient-centered Insulin Discharge Instructions Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Perceived Barriers of Implementing Battlefield Acupuncture in Civilian Family Medicine Clinics: A Qualitative Study Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Comparing Outcomes of Acute Pancreatitis in United States Military Veterans With and Without Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Frankie Smith, Weiwei Zhang, Andrew Gard, Fatmagül Çabuk , et al. · 2023

superficialization.Cannulation began 4-weeks post-operatively.Results: Mean access depth pre-operatively was 10.9mm (8-15mm), immediately postoperative was 7mm (6-9mm), and at 4-weeks was 5.3mm (4-8mm).Thirteen fistulas were successfully a…

Minimally Invasive Treatments for Glioblastoma: A Review of Current and Emerging Surgical Technologies Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Caroline Davidson, Michele R. Aizenberg · 2023

Glioblastoma (GBM) is malignant, primary intracranial neoplasm associated with poor outcomes. Maximal, safe cytoreduction remains an important component of effective treatment for patients with this disease; however, some patients are not …

Risk factors associated with complications and 30-day readmission in endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery: a single-institution retrospective analysis Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Alan Wang, Patrick Opperman, Alexander E. Shearin, Elhaum G. Rezaii , et al. · 2022

Purpose: There is a recent trend towards rapid discharge after endoscopic endonasal transsphenoidal surgery (EETS). We aimed to identify factors related to in-hospital complications and 30-day readmissions to help inform postoperative care…

Presacral mature cystic teratoma associated with Currarino syndrome in an adolescent with androgen insensitivity: illustrative case Open

Grant Koskay, Patrick Opperman, Frank Mezzacappa, Joseph Menousek, Megan K. Fuller , et al. · 2022

BACKGROUND Currarino syndrome is a rare disorder that classically presents with the triad of presacral mass, anorectal malformation, and spinal dysraphism. The presacral mass is typically benign, although malignant transformation is possib…

Decision-Making and Management in a Patient With Coexistent Colloid Cyst and Pituitary Macroadenoma: A Case Report Open

Grant Koskay, Patrick Opperman, Frank Mezzacappa, Daniel L. Surdell · 2022

The coexistence of separate and distinct primary intracranial tumors is rare. Specifically, there are no previous reports of a colloid cyst coexisting with a pituitary macroadenoma. We present the case of a 40-year-old male with a colloid …

Acute, nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage as a presentation of meningioma: A report of two cases and literature review Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Jie Chen, Michael Punsoni, Daniel L. Surdell, William Thorell , et al. · 2022

Meningiomas are the most common primary intracranial neoplasms. Their presentation is variable with many found incidentally after cranial imaging is performed for an unrelated reason. Although seizure or neurologic deficits may occur, pres…

Review of psychiatric comorbidities and their associations with opioid use in elective lumbar spine surgery Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Kyle P. Schmidt, Steven Tenny, Kaeli Samson, Sandeep K. Agrawal , et al. · 2020

The opioid epidemic is an ongoing concern in the United States and efforts to ameliorate this crisis are underway on multiple fronts. Opiate use is an important consideration for patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery with concurrent psy…

Spontaneous Spinal Epidural Hematoma Associated With Apixaban Therapy: A Report of two Cases Open

Frank Mezzacappa, Daniel L. Surdell, William Thorell · 2020

Emerging roles of extracellular vesicles in neurodegenerative disorders: focus on HIV-associated neurological complications Open

Guoku Hu, Lu Yang, Yu Cai, Fang Niu, Frank Mezzacappa , et al. · 2016

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