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Serum 25(OH)D3 level as a continuous variable (odds ratio (OR) 0.90, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.84-0.97, P = 0.008) and a classification variable (≤10 ng/mL) (OR 7.42, 95% CI, 2.06-26.79, P = 0.002) were significantly associated with pulmonary infection in univariate analysis. After adjusting for other significant predictors (age, weight and pediatric end-stage liver disease (PELD) score), severe 25(OH)D3 deficiency at presentation was independently associated with a higher risk of developing pulmonary infection in the early postoperative period (OR 5.11, 95% CI, 1.30-20.16, p = 0.02). Conclusions 25(OH)D3 deficiency is common and inversely correlated with pulmonary infection within the first month after pediatric LDLT. Our results indicate that pre-operative serum 25(OH)D3 deficiency is a potential biomarker for early pulmonary infection after pediatric LDLT. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.Heat stress decreases crop growth and yield worldwide. Spermidine (Spd) is small aliphatic amine and acts as ubiquitous plant growth regulator to regulate plant growth, development, and stress tolerance. Objectives of this study was to determine effects of exogenous Spd on changes of endogenous polyamines and γ-aminobutyric acid metabolism, oxidative damage, senescence response, and heat shock proteins (HSPs) expression in white clover under heat stress. Physiological and molecular methods including colorimetric assay, high performance liquid chromatography, and qRT-PCR were applied. Results showed that exogenous Spd significantly alleviated heat-induced stress damage. Spd application not only increased endogenous putrescine (Put), Spd, spermine (Spm), and total polyamine (PAs) accumulation, but also accelerated PAs oxidation and improved glutamic acid decarboxylase activity leading to GABA accumulation in leaves under heat stress. Spd-pretreated white clover maintained significantly higher chlorophyll (Chl) content than untreated plants under heat stress, which could be related to roles of Spd in up-regulating genes encoding Chl synthesis (PBGD and Mg-CHT) and maintaining lower Chl degradation (PaO and CHLASE) during heat stress. In addition, Spd up-regulated HSP70, HSP70B, and HSP70-5 expression that could have function of stabilizing denatured protein and helping proteins to folding correctly in white clover under high temperature stress. In summary, exogenous Spd treatment improves the heat tolerance of white clover by altering endogenous PAs and GABA content and metabolism, enhancing the antioxidant system and HSPs expression, and slowing down leaf senescence related to an increase in Chl biosynthesis and a decrease in Chl degradation during heat stress.Background Previous in vivo proton MR spectroscopy (MRS) studies have demonstrated the possibility of quantifying amide groups of conjugated bile acids (NHCBA), olefinic lipids and cholesterol (OLC), choline-containing phospholipids (CCPLs), taurine and glycine conjugated bile acids (TCBA, GCBA), methylene group of lipids (ML), and methyl groups of bile acids, lipids, and cholesterol (BALC1.0, BALC0.9, and TBAC) in the gallbladder, which may be useful for the study of cholestatic diseases and cholangiopathies. However, these studies were performed at 1.5T and 3T, and higher magnetic fields may offer improved spectral resolution and signal intensity. Purpose To develop a method for gallbladder MRS at 7T. Study type Retrospective, technical development. Population Ten healthy subjects (five males and five females), two patients with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) (one male and one female), and one patient with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) (female). Field strength/sequence Free-breathing single-voxel MRS with a modified stimulated echo acquisition mode (STEAM) sequence at 7T. Assessment Postprocessing was based on the T2 relaxation of water in the gallbladder and in the liver. Concentrations of biliary components were calculated using water signal. All data were corrected for T2 relaxation times measured in healthy subjects. Statistical tests The range of T2 relaxation time and concentration per bile component, and the resulting mean and standard deviation, were calculated. Results The concentrations of gallbladder components in healthy subjects were NHCBA 93 ± 66 mM, OLC 154 ± 124 mM, CCPL 42 ± 17 mM, TCBA 48 ± 35 mM, GCBA 67 ± 32 mM, ML 740 ± 391 mM, BALC1.0 175 ± 92 mM, BALC0.9 260 ± 138 mM, and TBAC 153 ± 90 mM. Mean concentrations of all bile components were found to be lower in patients. Data conclusion This work provides a protocol for designing future MRS investigations of the bile system in vivo. Evidence level 2 TECHNICAL EFFICACY STAGE 1.Aims To create a cohort of advanced practice nurses from across the UK and to report the initial questionnaire including demographics, work experiences and well-being. Background In the UK, advanced nursing practice is not regulated. This has led to the concern that advanced nurses are working in very different ways with different levels of autonomy and support. Methods Participants were recruited via university and Royal College of Nursing mailing lists, and social media adverts. They completed the initial questionnaire about their background and workplace, work experiences, credentialing and well-being. Results A total of 143 nurses were recruited to the cohort and 86 completed the survey. Over 40 job titles were reported, across five pay bands. Job title was not correlated with pay band (p = .988). Participant well-being was not significantly different from the UK general population, but they reported high rates of work-related stress (44.2%) compared with the National Health Service national average (37.9%). Conclusion There is a wide disparity in pay, which is not reflected in title or setting. The high levels of work-related stress require further exploration. Implications for nursing management The range of experiences reported here should encourage managers to evaluate whether title, pay and support mechanisms for Advanced Practice Nurses in their organisations align with suggested national standards set by Royal Colleges and government departments.We report infrared spectra of xylylene isomers in the gas phase, using free electron laser (FEL) radiation. All xylylenes were generated by flash pyrolysis. The IR spectra were obtained by monitoring the ion dip signal, using a IR/UV double resonance scheme. A gas phase IR spectrum of para-xylylene was recorded, whereas ortho- and meta-xylylene were found to partially rearrange to benzocyclobutene and styrene. Computations of the UV oscillator strength for all molecules were carried out and provde an explanation for the observation of the isomerization products.A primigravida 26-year-old woman who had developed pre-eclampsia with malignant hypertension at 30 weeks of gestation suffered acute myocardial infarction two days postpartum. Electrocardiogram demonstrated diffuse ST-segment depression suggestive of subendocardial ischemia. Echocardiography demonstrated focal asymmetric left ventricular hypertrophy, with a characteristic "basal septal bulge", and a left ventricular mid-cavitary gradient of 51 mmHg. Coronary angiography revealed normal coronary arteries and vascular flow. Peripartum acute myocardial infarction is rare and portends a high mortality. However, to date, only one case of acute myocardial infarction associated with asymmetric left ventricular hypertrophy and pre-eclampsia has been described in the literature.Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) are the most frequent mesenchymal tumors of the gastrointestinal tract. Inactivating mutations or epigenetic deregulation of succinate dehydrogenase complex (SDH) genes are considered defining features of a subset of GIST occurring in the stomach. Based on comprehensive molecular profiling and biochemical analysis within a precision oncology program, we identified hallmarks of SDH deficiency (germline SDHB-inactivating mutation accompanied by somatic loss of heterozygosity, lack of SDHB expression, global DNA hypermethylation, and elevated succinate/fumarate ratio) in a 40-year-old woman with undifferentiated gastric spindle cell sarcoma that did not meet the diagnostic criteria for other mesenchymal tumors of the stomach, including GIST. Brensocatib These data reveal that the loss of SDH function can be involved in the pathogenesis of non-GIST sarcoma of the gastrointestinal tract.While the most common Sex Chromosome Aneuploidy (SCA) is 47,XXY, other variations, such as 48,XXYY, are less studied, perhaps due to its rarity. 48,XXYY occurs with an estimated prevalence of 118,000-40,000 male births. This SCA is associated with a variety of complex physical, psychological, and neuroanatomical findings. The purpose of this integrative review is to summarize the available evidence related to 48,XXYY and identify gaps in the literature. This study utilized integrative review and PRISMA-guided methodology to search six databases for information pertaining to 48,XXYY. There were no exclusion criteria related to design methodology, given the paucity of available research. Among 397 articles reviewed for potential inclusion, 30 articles remained after inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied. Seven of these articles concentrated solely on participants with 48,XXYY. Literature was summarized into categories of physical phenotype, psychosocial, behavioral, neurocognitive, and brain function. Clinical description of 48,XXYY has evolved over time to develop a deeper understanding of this complex disorder. Large gaps remain, especially a lack of experimental studies, clinical guidelines, and treatments. Additionally, few studies explore methodologies such as interviews or self-report surveys in this population. 48,XXYY presents with a wide spectrum of physical, psychological, and neurocognitive symptoms, and frequently requires complex interdisciplinary care. In order to better understand this disorder and to appropriately treat the individuals affected by it, future research should focus on experimental studies and research that utilizes a variety of methods, including participant interviews and patient-report surveys.Purpose Rectal cancer is rarer than colon cancer and is a technically more difficult tumor for surgeons to remove, thus rectal cancer patients may travel longer for specialized treatment compared to colon cancer patients. The purpose of this study was to evaluate whether travel time for surgery was different for colon versus rectal cancer patients. Methods A secondary data analysis of colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence data from the Iowa Cancer Registry data was conducted. Travel times along a street network from all residential ZIP Codes to all cancer surgery facilities were calculated using a geographic information system. A new method for analyzing "time-to-place" data using the same type of survival analysis method commonly used to analyze "time-to-event" data is introduced. Cox proportional hazard model was used to analyze travel time differences for colon versus rectal cancer patients. Results A total of 5,844 CRC patients met inclusion criteria. Median travel time to the nearest surgical facility was 9 minutes, median travel time to the actual cancer surgery facilities was 22 minutes, and the median number of facilities bypassed was 3.
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