anthonyyazdaniml/gliner-biomed-curated-corpus huggingface dataset:
The efficacy of SKYCLARYS was evaluated in a 48-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in patients 16 to 40 years of age with Friedreich's Ataxia (Study 1; NCT02255435). 

A total of 103 patients were randomized (1:1) to receive SKYCLARYS 150 mg once daily (n=51) or placebo (n=52). 

Enrolled patients had to have a stable modified Friedreich's Ataxia Rating Scale (mFARS) score between 20 and 80, be able to complete maximal exercise testing, and have a left ventricular ejection fraction of at least 40%. In Study 1, 53% of enrolled patients were male, 97% were White, and the mean age was 24 years at study entry. Patients with or without pes cavus were included in Study 1. Pes cavus was defined as having a loss of lateral support and was determined if light from a flashlight could be seen under the patient's arch when barefoot and weight bearing. 

The prespecified primary analysis was the change from baseline in the mFARS score compared to placebo at Week 48 in the Full Analysis Population of patients without pes cavus (n=82). The mFARS is a clinical assessment tool to assess patient function, which consists of 4 domains to evaluate bulbar function, upper limb coordination, lower limb coordination, and upright stability. The mFARS has a maximum score of 99, with a lower score on the mFARS signifying lesser physical impairment. 

Treatment with SKYCLARYS resulted in statistically significant lower mFARS scores (less impairment) relative to placebo (see Table 4) at Week 48. 

The All Randomized Population (N=103), which included all patients regardless of pes cavus status, demonstrated similar results to the Full Analysis Population of lower mFARS scores in patients treated with SKYCLARYS compared to placebo, with a nominally significant least squares mean difference between treatment groups of ‑1.94 (95% CI: -3.71, -0.16, p=0.0331). 

In a post hoc, propensity-matched analysis, lower mFARS scores were observed in patients treated with SKYCLARYS after 3 years relative to a matched set of untreated patients from a natural history study. These exploratory analyses should be interpreted cautiously given the limitations of data collected outside of a controlled study, which may be subject to confounding.
Participants receive pembrolizumab 200 mg intravenously (IV) on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle (Q3W) for up to 35 treatments (approximately 2 years). Participants that have stopped the initial course of pembrolizumab and have stable disease but progress after discontinuation can initiate a second course of pembrolizumab for up to 17 cycles (approximately 1 year additional).
PURPOSE:To prepare the titled active substance having a surface activity resembling to the natural active substance, containing easily available compounds and free of foreign proteins, by using a phospholipid phosphatidylcholine and an unsaturated fatty acid (ester) at a specific ratio. CONSTITUTION:A phospholipid phosphatidylcholine of formula (R1 and R2 are fatty acid residue), preferably >=80wt% of which has two residues of 14-20C straight-chain saturated fatty acid (especially palmitic acid), is mixed with an unsaturated fatty acid or its ester, preferably a 15-20C straight-chain unsaturated fatty acid having two unsaturated bonds (especially linoleic acid), and  the mixture is used as a main component of the titled agent. The amounts of  the phospholipid and the unsaturated fatty acid are 55-80wt% and 45-25wt%,  respectively. The surface active substance is usually a waxy substance, and it is  preferable to administer the substance in the form of powder by combining with 2-30pts.wt. (based on 1pt. of the substance) of other pharmacologically permissible powdery substance as a vehicle.
The mixed detection model can be used for breast cancer detection. The system may identify a region of interest on the received mammographic image. The region of interest may have a particular gray level at each pixel of the image. Each of the morphology and entropy filters may then be applied to the region of interest. Based on the filters, the system may generate a blended result that is an average of the combination of the two filters. The system may then use the selected clustering algorithm to segment the region of interest.
FIELD: medicine, pharmaceutics. ^ SUBSTANCE: invention aims at a controlled release composition for an oral solid dosage form. The composition contains mixed hypromellose and polyvinylacetatephthalate. An amount of hypromellose makes 8 to 60 wt %, an amount of polyvinylacetatephthalate is effective for maintaining controlled release of a pharmaceutically active ingredient in vitro and makes 4 to 60 wt % of the mixture. Said mixture of hypromellose and polyvinylacetatephthalate is pressed in a swelling hydrophilic matrix. ^ EFFECT: invention enables controlled release of the combined pharmaceutically active ingredient. ^ 25 cl, 6 ex
The participant will receive usual breastfeeding care such as counseling by her physician, access to lactation consults, nursing assistance in the hospital, access to our online resources. The participant will also receive the Apple breastfeeding application in the office once enrolled in the study between 32 to 36 weeks gestation. The participant will be taught how to use the application, and will have access to the study to continue use throughout the duration of follow-up.
Reporting workbench will be used to generate a report from the EMR of all patients of consenting physicians prescribed a controlled substance, carisoprodol, or tramadol at least 3 times in the past 6 months. This report will also include demographics, number of ED visits in the last 6 months, hospital admissions in the last 6 months, the number of telephone calls documented in the last 6 months, the number of clinic visits in the last 6 months, the number of missed clinic visits in the last 6 months, controlled substance prescribed, directions for use, number of tabs of medication prescribed, number of refills given, order date and date of completion of urine drug screen if in last 6 months, if chronic pain is listed as a medical problem, and if controlled substance treatment agreement has been signed and scanned into EMR. For each patient of the consenting physicians, the EMR will be reviewed to track next clinic visit date, urine toxicology screen results, and if there is documentation of an Ohio Automated Rx Reporting System (OARRS) review. The MED for each patient will be obtained from the OARRS report and included on the data collection form. For any patients taking opioid substances at MED ≥ 80 mg/day a review of the appropriateness of this medication and dose based on EMR documentation will be conducted by clinic physicians and/or pharmacists. This will all be done in order to make recommendations to the resident physician based on our best practice recommended controlled substance agreement.

For all patients of the consenting physicians who have an upcoming office visit scheduled, any recommendations for improved adherence to the CSTA or change in controlled substance, carisoprodol, or tramadol prescribing based on EMR review findings will be given to the patient's physician prior to the office visit. Because this intervention is a quality improvement intervention and studies physician decision making but no direct interaction with the patient, the patient will not know this study is occurring. An EMR review after the patient's visit will be completed to track the acceptance of these recommendations leading to changes in the parameters listed in the data analysis section. Additionally, a second report will be generated from the reporting workbence 6 months after implementation of this workflow which includes all patients of the consenting physicians prescribed controlled substances, tramadol, and carisoprodol (including those on the initial report and those who are now new patients controlled substances since the time the report was generated) to characterize the improvement in these parameters for patients in clinic as a whole to track the improvement in adherence to a controlled substance treatment agreement. See study procedures in Figure 1. Data Collection will start on 8/1/14 and continue until 12/31/15.
ANDEXXA (coagulation factor Xa (recombinant), inactivated-zhzo) is a sterile, white to off-white lyophilized powder available in single-use vials.

Each 200 mg vial delivers 200 mg of coagulation factor Xa formulated with the inactive ingredients tromethamine (Tris base), Tris hydrochloride, L-arginine hydrochloride, sucrose (1% w/v), mannitol (2.5% w/v), and polysorbate 80 (0.01% w/v) at pH 7.8.

After reconstitution of the lyophilized powder with SWFI for IV administration, the product is a clear, colorless to slightly yellow solution. ANDEXXA contains no preservatives.

The active ingredient in ANDEXXA is a genetically modified variant of human FXa. The active site serine was substituted with alanine, rendering the molecule unable to cleave and activate prothrombin. The gamma-carboxyglutamic acid (Gla) domain was removed to eliminate the protein's ability to assemble into the prothrombinase complex, thus removing the potential anticoagulant effects.

No additives of human or animal origin are used in the manufacture of ANDEXXA. The recombinant protein is produced in a genetically engineered Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell expression system and has a molecular weight of approximately 41 kDa. The manufacturing process incorporates two validated virus clearance steps.
Non-peptide somatostatin receptor ligands of Formula (I) with conformationally restricted side chains exhibiting high binding affinity toward somatostatin receptors are provided. The compounds exhibit a high selectivity and act as agonists at human subtype 2 somatostatin receptors. The compounds are long acting for advantageous use as medicaments in peripheral diseases where somatostatinergic therapy is indicated. Furthermore, many of the compounds are lipophilic and are particularly useful for treating central nervous system and ophthalmic diseases where penetration of the blood brain and blood retinal barriers is required. It is a further object to describe the preferred stereoisomers of these somatostatin agonists and processes for their preparation. Further objects will become apparent from reading the following description.
An individual's quality of life is greatly affected by Parkinson's disease (PD), a prevalent neurological degenerative condition. Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder (RBD) is a prominent non-motor symptom commonly associated with PD. Previous studies have shown a close relationship between PD and RBD. In addition to being a prodromal symptom of PD, RBD has a major negative impact on the prognosis of PD patients. This intrinsic connection indicates that there is a bidirectional relationship between PD and RBD. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the pathological mechanism related to PD and RBD, including the α-synuclein pathological deposition, abnormal iron metabolism, neuroinflammation, glymphatic system dysfunction and dysbiosis of the gut microbiota. Increasing evidence has shown that RBD patients have the same pathogenic mechanisms that underlie PD, but relatively little research has been done on how RBD contributes to PD progression. Therefore, a more thorough investigation is warranted to characterise how RBD affects the course of PD, in order to prepare for future therapeutic trials.
Feedback systems and methods enhance obstructive and other obesity treatments by presenting feedback regarding patients' actual eating and/or exercise habits. An ingestion restricting implant body can be deployed along the gastrointestinal tract. In some embodiments, ingestion alters the implant body, which, in turn, generates signals. The generated signals can be used to inhibit unhealthy ingestion by the patient. In other embodiments, the implant body can be altered by signals so as to selectable change the restriction imposed on the gastrointestinal tract, optionally in response to ingestion events, an eating schedule, or the like. The implant body may comprise a gastric band or an intragastric balloon. Sensor signals may be processed to identify ingestion and/or characterize ingestion of a solid or a liquid, and the results may be displayed on a screen for a patient or coach to view.
FIELD: chemical-pharmaceutical chemistry. SUBSTANCE: saline homogenate of gray whale thymus gland is centrifuged in cold. Supernatant is treated with cooled acetone. Acetone powder is dissolved in phosphate buffer at alkaline pH value and subjected for gel-filtration on Sephadex G-25. The end product is extracted from the fraction showing maximal absorption level at 280 nm by spectrophotometry. EFFECT: increased activity of the end product.
Highly conserved transport protein particle (TRAPP) complexes regulate subcellular trafficking pathways. Accurate protein trafficking has been increasingly recognized to be critically important for normal development, particularly in the nervous system. Variants in most TRAPP complex subunits have been found to lead to neurodevelopmental disorders with diverse but overlapping phenotypes. We expand on limited prior reports on TRAPPC6B with detailed clinical and neuroradiologic assessments, and studies on mechanisms of disease, and new types of variants. We describe 29 additional patients from 18 independent families with biallelic variants in TRAPPC6B. We identified seven homozygous nonsense (n = 12 patients) and eight canonical splice-site variants (n = 17 patients). In addition, we identified one patient with compound heterozygous splice-site/missense variants with a milder phenotype and one patient with homozygous missense variants. Patients displayed non-progressive microcephaly, global developmental delay/intellectual disability, epilepsy and absent expressive language. Movement disorders including stereotypies, spasticity and dystonia were also observed. Brain imaging revealed reductions in cortex, cerebellum and corpus callosum size with frequent white matter hyperintensity. Volumetric measurements indicated globally diminished volume rather than specific regional losses. We identified a reduced rate of trafficking into the Golgi apparatus and Golgi fragmentation in patient-derived fibroblasts that was rescued by wild-type TRAPPC6B. Molecular studies revealed a weakened interaction between mutant TRAPPC6B (c.454C>T, p.Q152*) and its TRAPP binding partner TRAPPC3. Patient-derived fibroblasts from the TRAPPC6B (c.454C>T, p.Q152*) variant displayed reduced levels of TRAPPC6B as well as other TRAPP II complex-specific members (TRAPPC9 and TRAPPC10). Interestingly, the levels of the TRAPPC6B homologue TRAPPC6A were found to be elevated. Moreover, co-immunoprecipitation experiments showed that TRAPPC6A co-precipitates equally with TRAPP II and TRAPP III, while TRAPPC6B co-precipitates significantly more with TRAPP II, suggesting enrichment of the protein in the TRAPP II complex. This implies that variants in TRAPPC6B may preferentially affect TRAPP II functions compared to TRAPP III functions. Finally, we assessed phenotypes in a Drosophila TRAPPC6B-deficiency model. Neuronal TRAPPC6B knockdown impaired locomotion and led to wing posture defects, supporting a role for TRAPPC6B in neuromotor function. Our findings confirm the association of damaging biallelic TRAPPC6B variants with microcephaly, intellectual disability, language impairments, and epilepsy. A subset of patients also exhibited dystonia and/or spasticity with impaired ambulation. These features overlap with disorders arising from pathogenic variants in other TRAPP subunits, particularly components of the TRAPP II complex. These findings suggest that TRAPPC6B is essential for brain development and function, and TRAPP II complex activity may be particularly relevant for mediating this function.
Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT) is the delivery of multipotent donor-derived stem cells to a recipient patient. It typically involves a lengthy inpatient hospitalization (median 25.8 days). With improving availability of health services, prophylactic medications, and lower infection risk and transfusion requirements, outpatient HCT is becoming more prevalent for patients receiving reduced intensity conditioning (RIC). However, even for outpatient HCT, patients are hospitalized for a median of 8 days. Most symptoms from HCT are concentrated in the first 30-days after the transplant, and these must be better addressed to optimize benefits from outpatient HCT. For patients undergoing HCT, incidence of psychological consequences is higher than in other cancer health states; potential psychological symptoms include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, insomnia, and loneliness. Non-pharmacological approaches for improving quality of life (QOL) and reducing distress among HCT patients include psychoeducational, exercise, and mindfulness interventions. Although post-HCT changes in lifestyle are challenging, the Health Belief Model and Prochaska's Transtheoretical model of change posit that patients preparing for HCT day 0 (notated as D0), when they receive the stem cell infusion, would be highly motivated to learn about psychosocial supports and activities given their readiness for change and taking action. This presents an ideal timeframe for studying a psychosocial health coaching intervention.
Following the approval of Epidiolex® (cannabidiol; CBD) for the treatment of seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS), Dravet syndrome (DS), and tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC), healthcare professionals (HCPs) have had substantial experience in treating patients with Epidiolex. However, confusion still remains among HCPs, caregivers, and patients regarding dosing, drug interactions, safety monitoring, and differentiation between Epidiolex and nonapproved CBD products. To establish consensus recommendations for Epidiolex treatment optimization in LGS, DS, and TSC, a panel of seven HCPs with expertise in epilepsy was convened. Panelists participated in a premeeting survey based on a literature review of Epidiolex for the treatment of LGS, DS, and TSC, and survey responses were compiled for discussion. A modified Delphi method was used to assess agreement among panelists regarding recommendation statements following two rounds of discussion. Panelists identified two broad themes - overcoming barriers to initiation and optimization of treatment for seizures associated with LGS, DS, and TSC - for consensus guidelines. Accurate identification of patients with these rare epilepsies is critical for optimization of Epidiolex treatment. Providers should differentiate Epidiolex from nonapproved CBD products and set expectations for the therapeutic effect and safety/tolerability of Epidiolex. Initial target dose and titration rate should be individualized by baseline variables, prior response to antiseizure medications, and therapeutic goals. Awareness of strategies to manage adverse events and concomitant medications, including drug-drug interactions, is critical. Tracking response to the maximum tolerated dose is an important measure of effectiveness. These consensus recommendations provide real-world experience from neurology HCPs with experience in prescribing Epidiolex and can inform optimal use of Epidiolex for the treatment of seizures associated with LGS, DS, and TSC. PLAIN LANGUAGE SUMMARY: Epidiolex® (cannabidiol) is approved for treating seizures in Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, Dravet syndrome, and tuberous sclerosis complex. Although healthcare professionals have experience in treating patients with Epidiolex, there is a need for better understanding of dosing, drug interactions, and safety of this drug. Therefore, a group of epilepsy experts developed guidelines for best practices in Epidiolex treatment. Two main areas were identified: overcoming barriers to starting Epidiolex and considerations related to Epidiolex dosing. Within these areas, topics, including correct disease identification, managing adverse events, and determining individualized dose, were discussed. These guidelines provide real-world experience to inform optimal Epidiolex use.
New aq. emulsions of iodinated glycerine fatty acid esters consists of 50-60 wt.% of an iodinated glycerine fatty acid ester or mixt. of such esters with an alkyl chain length of is not 10 C-atoms; 2-10 wt.% of a polyoxyethylenesorbitan fatty acid ester as emulsifier; and 2-40 wt.% water. Used in diluted form, the emulsions are suitable for use as X-ray contrast agents, particularly in lymphography and hepatosplenography. The emulsions are stable and can be sterilized without problems. When diluted, they can be administered without adverse effects, and are well absorbed, so that after-effects are few. A formulation given in an example is as follows: Basic emulsion produced from 4g polyoxyethylene-sorbitan monostearate and 4g redistilled water; 60g iodinated poppy oil (40 wt.% iodine- "Lipiodol" RTM) added to base emulsion with 100g redistilled water.
PURPOSE: To obtain excellent dispersion stability by mixing >=1 kinds of aq. dispersions of highly swelling clay ores and >=1 kinds of aq. dispersions of low swelling clay ores, then drying the mixture. CONSTITUTION: The powders of the low swelling clay ores, such as calcium bentonite, of swelling power below 18ml/2g and the powders of the high swelling clay ores, such as sodium bentonite, of swelling power above 30ml/2g, both of which have a grain size of about >=100μm, more preferably about 30 to 80μ are added and dispersed together with dispersants, thickeners, surfactants, etc., at need into an aq. medium, such as water, to prepare the respective aq. dispersions in which the aq. medium is about >=80wt.% (hereafter %) of the dispersion mixture. Next, the aq. dispersion of the high swelling clay ores and the aq. dispersion of the low swelling clay ores are uniformly mixed in such a manner that the content of the low swelling clay ores attains about >=1% and more particularly about 20 to 90% of the composite clay, by which the dispersion mixture is prepd.  The dispersion mixture is thereafter dried by blasting and is pulverized to a prescribed grain size, by which the compound clay having about <=10% moisture content is obtd.
Patients with benign intracranial hypertension would be identified at diagnosis from the general ophthalmic and neurologic patient population in the Ochsner Health System. All would have a baseline eye examination with visual field and optical coherence tomography (OCT) testing, a standard step in managing any patient with this condition. Two measurements would be taken at minimal risk to the patient that they would not normally have done at the baseline exam: central corneal thickness and axial length. These procedures are routinely done on patients with glaucoma, corneal disease, and cataracts without a significant risk of injury. The theoretical risks with central corneal thickness and axial length measurements by A-scan ultrasonography are related to the small risk for transmission of infection or corneal abrasion due to a probe touching the cornea. These tests would be performed at no charge to the patient and would not significantly increase the time of the ocular examination. Patients would have neuro-imaging studies and lumbar puncture to confirm the diagnosis of benign intracranial hypertension as standard parts of the work up for the condition independent of the research study. The authors will statistically analyze the standard measures of visual field function and health of the nerve fiber layer by OCT to see if any or all of the proposed risk factors correlates with deterioration of visual function. Data would continue to be collected at follow up visits related to visual fields and OCT as would normally be performed on standard visits for this condition. The measurements of central corneal thickness and axial length would be performed solely at the time of enrollment in the study since these measurements do not change over time.