Background Orthopedic literature has demonstrated a significant decrease in postoperative transfusion requirements when tranexamic acid (TXA) was given during elective joint arthroplasty.The purpose of this study was to evaluate the empiric use of TXA in semi-urgent orthopedic procedures following injury.We hypothesized that TXA would be associated
IntroductionVertebral artery (VA) occlusive disease is the major Tea cause of posterior circulation ischemic stroke.Endovascular recanalization has been reported as a feasible treatment for patients with symptomatic VA occlusion refractory to optimal medical therapy.However, VA occlusion with non-tapered stump exhibits a low technique success rate
ABHD5 protein is widely involved in lipid and energy homeostasis.Mutations in the ABHD5 gene are associated with the onset of Neutral Lipid Storage Disease with Ichthyosis (NLSDI), historically known as Chanarin Dorfman Syndrome (CDS).CDS is a rare autosomal recessive lipid storage disease, characterized by non-bullous congenital ichthyosiform erit
Alcohol has been associated with violent crimes and domestic violence across many nations.Various etiological factors were linked to chronic alcohol use and violence including psychiatric comorbidities of perpetrators such as personality disorders, mood disorders, and intermittent explosive disorders.Aggression is the precursor of violence and indi
Abstract Objective To assess and compare the clinical outcomes of His bundle pacing (HBP) versus right ventricular pacing (RVP) in patients who develop conduction disturbances following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).Methods In this retrospective study, 120 patients who developed Hoodia CD following TAVR were enrolled, and were impla