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Case 1 highlighted the limiting factors inherent to IHC staining for MMR status a biopsy initially interpreted as MSS was subsequently interpreted as being dMMR. Case 2 examined the challenges in reconciling histologic characteristics traditionally associated with dMMR CRCs but ultimately determined to be MSS. Case 3 examined the microsatellite instability of CRC resulting from MLH1-methylation and/or MSH6 mutation. CONCLUSIONS We demonstrated the challenges in establishing MMR status when confronted with conflicting results from histology, IHC, polymerase chain reaction, and next-generation sequencing. Given that dMMR status has been shown to be a biomarker for ICI responsiveness, the importance of accurate identification is critical. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to describe therapeutic education programmes in diabetes in Catalonia and the differences according to the healthcare setting in which the patients are attended (primary care [PC] and specialised diabetes care [SDC]). METHOD We performed a descriptive, cross-sectional, comparative study of diabetes nurses (DN) in SDC and PC in Catalonia. The sample was obtained from all the DN in SDC and a randomised cluster sample of DN in PC. The questionnaire of the Study of European Nurses in Diabetes (SEND) validated in Spanish was used. RESULTS A total of 287 questionnaires were analysed (24.3% SDC and 75.6% PC). More training in diabetes through masters, postgraduate courses and continuing education was observed in SDC (p less then 0.001) as well as structured, written, education programmes and the combination of individual and group education strategies (p less then 0.05). The roles of educator, consultant, researcher, manager, liaison or collaborator and innovator and the telematic follow-up of patients was also more developed in SDC (p less then 0.05). The grade of work satisfaction was elevated in both groups. CONCLUSIONS (1) Nursing professionals in SDC assume more roles of specialised clinical nursing and also have more training in diabetes and therapeutic education than PC professionals. (2) Professionals in SDC work with a greater proportion of structured diabetes therapeutic education programmes although this should improve in both settings. According to the results obtained and the scientific evidence currently available, the training of DN working in the care of people with diabetes should be accredited in order to increase the use of structured programmes and investigation by DNs in both healthcare settings. OBJECTIVE "Irritable larynx syndrome" (ILS) often refers to a constellation of laryngeal-based symptoms including chronic cough (CC), diurnal dyspnea, and dysphonia. In patients with OSA, we examined (1) the frequency, severity, comorbidity, risks and triggers of each problem, (2) whether these symptoms were compatible with stereotypic ILS and (3) the role of CPAP in their expression. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional, descriptive epidemiology study. SETTING Sleep-Wake Center at University of Utah Health Care, Salt Lake City, UT. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Ninety-four individuals with OSA (53 men, 41 women; mean age 54.7 ± 12.8 yrs.) underwent an extensive telephone interview that addressed study objectives. RESULTS Long-term CC, daytime breathing and voice problems were common, especially among women despite less severe OSA. Women, more than men, reported all three chronic conditions alone or in combination CC (44% vs 11.3%), diurnal dyspnea (41.5% vs 13.2%) and voice disorders (41.5% vs 13.2%). Symptoms were not associated with age, BMI or Apnea Hypopnea Index after adjusting for sex. Although evidence supporting stereotypic ILS symptomatology was inconsistent, those participants with a voice disorder were 3.3 (95% CI = 1.8-6.0) times more likely to report CC and 2.4 (95% CI = 1.3-4.4) times more likely to experience diurnal dyspnea. Esophageal reflux, post-nasal drip, and frequent sinus infections were significantly associated with all three conditions. Triggers that provoked or made symptoms worse varied by condition and sex. Nightly, humidified CPAP use was associated with fewer symptoms overall and improved quality of life. CONCLUSIONS Symptoms suggestive of possible ILS are common in OSA, especially among women, and lessened by nightly CPAP use. RATIONALE & OBJECTIVE Trials in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) have increased, but their impact on decision making has been limited. HIF-1 activation Because heterogeneity in reported outcomes may be responsible, we assessed their range and variability in ADPKD trials. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review. SETTING & STUDY POPULATION Adult participants in clinical trials in ADPKD. SELECTION CRITERIA FOR STUDIES We included trials that studied adults and were published in English. For trials that enrolled patients without ADPKD, only those enrolling ≥50% of participants with ADPKD were included. DATA EXTRACTION We extracted information on all discrete outcome measures, grouped them into 97 domains, and classified them into clinical, surrogate, and patient-reported categories. For each category, we choose the 3 most frequently reported domains and performed a detailed analysis of outcome measures. ANALYTICAL APPROACH Frequencies and characteristics of outcome measures were described. RESULTS Among 68 trials, 1,41ensus-based set of core outcomes meaningful to patients and clinicians is needed for future ADPKD trials. INTRODUCTION The objective of this study was to compare the properties of bioelectrical signals of motor units recorded at different sites in the muscles of controls, patients with myopathy and patients with motor neuron disease (MND). METHODS Five controls, 10 patients with myopathy and 11 patients with MND were included. Electrophysiologic tests were performed in the biceps brachii (BB) muscle from two recording sites. Site 1 was near the belly of the muscle and Site 2 was 5cm distal from Site 1, near the tendon. Multi-motor unit potential (MUP) analysis, jitter analysis, and peak number count were calculated from the signals recorded using a concentric needle electrode (CN). RESULTS At Site 2, duration was longer, number of phases was higher and amplitudes were smaller in MUPs compared with those recorded at Site 1. This significant difference between recording site and patient groups was related to neurogenic muscles. Jitter analysis showed no significant difference except an intergroup difference between the patient groups and controls.
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