Bladder Cancer Need Not Always Require Radical Cystectomy Bladder Cancer Need Not Always Require Radical Cystectomy

a.l.s.f.akia shared this article with you from Inoreader Bladder Cancer Need Not Always Require Radical Cystectomy Bladder Cancer Need Not Always Require Radical Cystectomy Via Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines Researchers involved in a large cohort study from three major institutions are calling for broader use of trimodal therapy for muscle-invasive bladder cancer.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Hematology-Oncology Headlines) View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

Surgical treatment trends and identification of primary breast tumors after surgery in occult breast cancer: a study based on the Japanese National Clinical Database-Breast Cancer Registry

a.l.s.f.akia shared this article with you from Inoreader Surgical treatment trends and identification of primary breast tumors after surgery in occult breast cancer: a study based on the Japanese National Clinical Database-Breast Cancer Registry Via Breast Cancer CONCLUSIONS: Breast surgery for cT0N+ decreased between 2010 and 2018. Despite the high identification rate of primary tumors, most tumors were small, and there was no significant change in the identification rate or invasive diameter of the identified tumors after 2010.PMID:35316446 | DOI:10.1007/s12282-022-01348-y (Source: Breast Cancer) View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

Improvement of performance and function in respiratory protection equipment using nanomaterials

xlomafota.13 shared this article with you from Inoreader Improvement of performance and function in respiratory protection equipment using nanomaterials Via Latest Results for Journal of Nanoparticle Research Abstract Nanotechnology has become one of key areas for the current development and research. Nanotechnology focuses on matter at the nanoscale and is capable of using different approaches to produce nanomaterials, structures, devices, and systems. One of the concerns that have to be addressed is the adverse effects of exposure to pathogens and pollutants in different workplaces and environments. Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) is one of the personal protective equipment (PPE) utilized to reduce the risk of exposure to environmental or occupational respiratory hazards. Thus, various studies have been conducted for improving the functional properties of sorbents or filters in different kinds of RPE. Different categories of nanomaterials have been reported as effective agents for achieving this goal. The application of these nanomaterials in mask layers or respirators' cartridge could significantly increase the filtration efficiency, breathing comfort, and antiba cterial/antiviral properties of the masks and respirators. The present study aimed to comprehensively review the nanomaterials used in different types of face RPE with emphasis on various properties of the utilized nanomaterials. The study also aimed to show an applied perspective for future research on this important subject. Graphical abstract View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

The contralateral progression in a cohort of Chinese adult patients with unilateral moyamoya disease after revascularization: a single-center long-term retrospective study

xlomafota.13 shared this article with you from Inoreader The contralateral progression in a cohort of Chinese adult patients with unilateral moyamoya disease after revascularization: a single-center long-term retrospective study Via Latest Results for Acta Neurochirurgica Abstract Background Moyamoya disease (MMD) is a chronic progressive cerebrovascular disease mainly existing in the Asian population, which can be divided into unilateral and bilateral types. Contralateral progression has been reported in pediatric patients with unilateral MMD, while large series about contralateral progression in Chinese adult patients were rare. The goal of this study is to elucidate the clinical features and incidence of contralateral progression in Chinese MMD adult patients. Methods One hundred one Chinese adult patients with unilateral MMD who received surgery treatments between January 2015 and January 2017 in our hospital were enrolled in this study. This study contained 89 patients. Digital subtraction angiography was performed in all patients for initial diagnosis, and magnetic resonance angiography was repeated 6 months from the initial operation and then annually. Clinical characteristics, contralateral progression, and risk factors were studied. Previous related studies were also reviewed and meta-analyzed. Results Of these 89 patients, contralateral progression was identified in 8 patients (9.0%) within a median follow-up period of 63 months, which was lower than that in previous studies (25.9%). Single-factor analysis and multivariate analysis did not reveal significant risk factors related to the contralateral progression. Conclusion The progress rate in this cohort of Chinese adult patients with unilateral MMD after revascularization was 9.0%, which indicates that some of the unilateral MMD were an early form of bilateral MMD rather than a separate condition. Trial registration. This work was approved by the Medical Ethics Committee of Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University (approval number: Kelun-2017005). View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

Stereotactic radiosurgery for the treatment of hypoglossal schwannoma: a multi-institutional retrospective study

xlomafota.13 shared this article with you from Inoreader Stereotactic radiosurgery for the treatment of hypoglossal schwannoma: a multi-institutional retrospective study Via Latest Results for Acta Neurochirurgica Abstract Background Surgical removal has been performed as the first line treatment for symptomatic or enlarging hypoglossal schwannomas (HS). Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) offers a minimally invasive approach that may afford long-term tumor control for patients with HS particularly those who refuse or are unfit for surgery. This study evaluates outcomes after SRS performed for both newly diagnosed and residual tumors after incomplete resection. Methods This retrospective, multi-institutional study involved patients treated with adjuvant or primary SRS for HS. The study end-points included local tumor response, clinical outcomes, and procedure-related complications. All the patients had Gamma Knife SRS. Results The cohort included 12 patients (five females), median age at SRS 49.5 years (range, 37–76)]. The median tumor target volume was 5.9 cm3 (range, 0.7–27.23). At median imaging follow-up of 37 months (range, 6–153), tumor control was achieved in 11 patients. Tumor enlargement that was managed with surgical resection was noted at the 6-month follow-up in one patient. At median clinical follow-up of 30.5 months (range, 6–157), stability, or improvement of all pre-SRS signs and symptoms was noted in nine patients. Two patients experienced worsening of at least one pre-existing symptoms or sign. New-onset trapezius weakness was noted in one patient and tongue atrophy in two patients. Conclusion Single-fraction SRS appears to be a safe and effective upfront and adjuvant treatment option for HS. SRS may be recommended as an alternative to surgery for patients presenting with HS or as an adjuvant treatment following subtotal resection and at HS recurrence. View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

How I do it: management of M2 tear injury caused by drilling during intradural anterior clinoidectomy for microsurgical clipping of intracranial aneurysms

xlomafota.13 shared this article with you from Inoreader How I do it: management of M2 tear injury caused by drilling during intradural anterior clinoidectomy for microsurgical clipping of intracranial aneurysms Via Latest Results for Acta Neurochirurgica Abstract Background High-speed drilling is associated with potential injury to neurovascular structures, particularly during intradural drilling of the anterior clinoid process. Method During an anterior clinoidectomy, a cotton patty and middle cerebral artery branches became inadvertently wrapped around the bit, causing a tear on the inferior M2 trunk. Following temporary clipping of the internal carotid artery, the tear was identified. Temporary clips were placed proximally and distally. The tear was then repaired with interrupted microsutures. Conclusion Extreme care should be exercised during clinoidectomy. Should small vascular injury occur, direct microsuturing can be a good alternative to sacrificing or implantation anastomosis repair. View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

miRNA-guided reprogramming of glucose and glutamine metabolism and its impact on cell adhesion/migration during solid tumor progression

xlomafota.13 shared this article with you from Inoreader miRNA-guided reprogramming of glucose and glutamine metabolism and its impact on cell adhesion/migration during solid tumor progression Via Latest Results for Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences Abstract MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small, non-coding RNAs about 22 nucleotides in length that regulate the expression of target genes post-transcriptionally, and are highly involved in cancer progression. They are able to impact a variety of cell processes such as proliferation, apoptosis and differentiation and can consequently control tumor initiation, tumor progression and metastasis formation. miRNAs can regulate, at the same time, metabolic gene expression which, in turn, influences relevant traits of malignancy such as cell adhesion, migration and invasion. Since the interaction between metabolism and adhesion or cell movement has not, to date, been well understood, in this review, we will specifically focus on miRNA alterations that can interfere with some metabolic processes leading to the modulation of cancer cell movement. In addition, we will analyze the signaling pathways connecting metabolism and adhesion/migration, alterations that often affect cancer cell di ssemination and metastasis formation. View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.