anthonyyazdaniml/gliner-biomed-curated-corpus huggingface dataset:
Women who carry a deleterious mutation in breast cancer susceptibility gene 1 (BRCA1) or breast cancer susceptibility gene 2 (BRCA2) have an elevated lifetime risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, estimated at up to 7 and 25 times that of the average risk population, respectively. By the age of 80 years, the estimated cumulative risk of breast cancer is about 70% for BRCA1/2 mutation carriers, while the cumulative ovarian cancer risk is about 40% for BRCA1 and 20% for BRCA2 carriers. Thus, BRCA1/2 mutation carriers are advised to consider different risk-reducing strategies, including surveillance (breast self-examination, clinical breast examination, screening using mammography, ultrasound and breast magnetic resonance imaging), chemoprevention and prophylactic surgery (prophylactic mastectomy and/or salpingo-oophorectomy). Prospective cohort studies demonstrate that risk-reducing mastectomy is associated with 90% or more decreased risk of breast cancer. Unfortunately, it is difficult to quantify its effect on overall mortality since no randomized studies have compared risk-reducing mastectomy with enhanced screening, risk-reducing salpingo oophorectomy or prophylactic treatment. Additionally, prophylactic mastectomy is an invasive intervention associated with a substantial complication rate and psychological distress, changes in body image and sexual function. Therefore, as a preventive measure, risk-reducing mastectomy should be discussed on a case-by case basis, after proper counseling regarding benefits, limitations, risks of surgical complications and psychosocial impact. Conversely, risk-reducing salpingo oophorectomy is strongly recommended for women with mutations in BRCA1 (between ages 35 and 40 years) and BRCA2 (between ages 40 and 45 years) after completion of childbearing desire, for a significant reduction in ovarian cancer incidence and all-cause mortality. In the absence of solid evidences coming from randomized clinical trials, the aim of the present study is to collect and centralize real-world data on cancer prevention strategies (prophylactic surgery, prophylactic therapies, active surveillance) and oncologic treatments of women with a deleterious mutation in BRCA1-2 with or without a diagnosis of breast cancer in Italy. By collecting and analyzing these data, the IDENTITY study aims to obtain a faithful representation of the practices related to oncological surveillance in the group of patients analyzed.
OBJECTIVES: Theophylline is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease but readily causes symptoms of intoxication and exhibits high risks in elderly patients. However, there have only been a few recent reports on the significance of therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) implementation, especially in elderly patients. To examine the usefulness of theophylline TDM, we evaluated the current status of prescriptions containing theophylline and its side effects and assessed the influence of aging, sex, drug formulation, and concurrent drugs use on theophylline exposure using data from various nationwide databases and a pharmacokinetic modeling approach.
METHODS: We utilized sampling data from the National Database of Health Insurance Claims and Specific Health Checkups of Japan. Using the data of patients aged ≥80 years, we conducted an association analysis of theophylline and concurrent drugs. The transition in plasma theophylline concentration levels of elderly patients was estimated based on a previously reported physiological-based pharmacokinetic model.
RESULTS: Altogether, 3973 patients using theophylline were registered in our dataset, and about 50% were over 70 years old and used theophylline. Therapeutic drug monitoring implementation was confirmed in only 1.13% of patients. The association analysis confirmed a frequent co-occurrence with allopurinol and famotidine, which increase theophylline exposure, in elderly patients aged ≥80 years. The physiologically based pharmacokinetic model indicated that theophylline trough concentrations were 1.65-fold higher in elderly patients aged 80 years compared to those aged 30 years and 1.35-fold higher in females compared to males.
CONCLUSION: This study effectively combined information on the nationwide health care database and modeling approach, indicating the importance of proactive TDM and dose justification for female and elderly patients.
Despite advancements in medical technology, the challenges of diagnosing fever of unknown origin (FUO) and inflammation of unknown origin (IUO) persist. Positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) has been used to assess these conditions; however, it is unclear which patients most benefit from this approach. This study aimed to assess the clinical value and optimal use of fluorine-18-labelled-fluorodeoxyglucose (18F-FDG)-PET/CT in patients with FUO/IUO. We reviewed FDG-PET/CT scans conducted at our department between January 2014 and December 2020 to further assess FUO/IUO. FUO was defined as a fever lasting over three weeks without a diagnosis based on conventional assessment. IUO was defined as prolonged inflammation with a body temperature below 38.3 ℃ and without a diagnosis after conventional diagnostic procedures. The efficacy of FDG-PET/CT was determined based on the diagnostic outcomes achieved by integrating imaging findings with histopathological or microbiological evidence, clinical criteria, or follow-up assessments. We conducted crude and age-sex adjusted logistic regression for potential risk factors to determine the degree of burden on demographic and clinical characteristics. Forty-five patients with FUO/IUO underwent FDG-PET/CT, and final diagnoses were made in 32 patients (71.1%). The percentages of diagnostic categories were 53.3%, 8.9%, and 6.7% for non-infectious inflammatory diseases, malignancy, and infection, respectively. In multivariable logistic regression analysis, IUO was the only independent predictor of the efficacy of FDG-PET/CT in the final diagnosis (odds ratio, 67.02; 95% confidence interval, 4.02-1119). Our results indicate that IUO was associated with a higher diagnostic yield compared to those with FUO.
Sites undergo 12 ECHO Autism telehealth clinics. Clusters of two sites each will initiate intervention with 3 months between the start of each cluster.
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To attain good quality mineral-rich caulerpa lentillifera soaps free from fibers or scum, the soaps also containing an ingredient of Anredera cordifolia which has been noted recently.  <P>SOLUTION: The caulerpa lentillifera soaps are produced by drying not only marketable caulerpa lentillifera but also residual caulerpa lentillifera after being sorted, and souvenirs of caulerpa lentillifera which have being remaining unsold, and waste caulerpa lentillifera which was used once as dishes in cafeterias or Japanese style restraints, and using the dried caulerpa lentillifera as raw materials of soaps. It is an excellent idea to effectively use caulerpa lentillifera which has high market values and to effectively use resources. Even caulerpa lentillifera having few branched bunch of grains and many straight stems which are not suitable as commercial products are not discarded but can thus be used effectively. Moreover, the soaps also contain an Anredera cordifolia extract including minerals which are different in kind from caulerpa lentillifera. Then, mineral-rich soaps having a high mineral content, containing a slimy component which is unique to Anredera cordifolia and being gentle to the skin are produced.  <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&INPIT
BACKGROUND: Multiple system atrophy (MSA), progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) and corticobasal syndrome (CBS) show a high prevalence and rapid progression of dysphagia, which is associated with reduced survival. Despite this, the evidence base for gastrostomy is poor, and the optimal frequency and outcomes of this intervention are not known. We aimed to characterise the prevalence and outcomes of gastrostomy in patients with these three atypical parkinsonian disorders.
METHOD: We analysed data from the natural history and longitudinal cohorts of the PROSPECT-M-UK study with up to 60 months of follow-up from baseline. Survival post-gastrostomy was analysed using Kaplan-Meier survival curves.
RESULTS: In a total of 339 patients (mean age at symptom onset 63.3 years, mean symptom duration at baseline 4.6 years), dysphagia was present in >50% across all disease groups at baseline and showed rapid progression during follow-up. Gastrostomy was recorded as recommended in 44 (13%) and performed in 21 (6.2%; MSA 7, PSP 11, CBS 3) of the total study population. Median survival post-gastrostomy was 24 months compared with 12 months where gastrostomy was recommended but not done (p = 0.008). However, this was not significant when correcting for age and duration of symptoms at the time of procedure or recommendation.
CONCLUSIONS: Gastrostomy was performed relatively infrequently in this cohort despite the high prevalence of dysphagia. Survival post-gastrostomy was longer than previously reported, but further data on other outcomes and clinician and patient perspectives would help to guide use of this intervention in MSA, PSP and CBS.
Compositions including plant-derived components, optionally administered with CBD, an amount of one or both of magnolol and honokiol effective to provide an antiangiogenic or anti-inflammatory effect that may be useful for reducing cortisol levels and treating a variety of ailments. Furthermore, methods of antiangiogenic or anti-inflammatory and reducing cortisol levels in a human. Plant-derived components of such compositions include magnolol and honokiol as extracts or compounds, or tinctures or solutions and may also include Ashwagandha and/or Magnolia Bark. The compositions may also include other therapeutic compounds such hydroxytyrosol (such as that in olive oil), phospholipids, and carotenoids. The present invention includes methods of treatment of various ailments including anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (“PTSD”), stress, insomnia, and drug addiction. The methods may also be used to reduce body weight and/or enhance alertness and focus.
OBJECTIVE: To examine individual outcomes after tailored lifestyle (PROfeel) or generic dietary advice as self-management intervention for persistent fatigue in adolescents and young adults with a chronic condition, to compare participants who did and did not benefit and to explore changes to factors in the biopsychosocial model of fatigue after PROfeel.
METHOD: A multiple single-case AB-phase design was embedded in a randomized crossover trial (N = 45). Intensive longitudinal data (ILD) on outcomes 'fatigue severity', 'self-efficacy' and 'quality of life' (QoL) were collected through weekly smartphone measurement for 20 weeks. ILD on biopsychosocial factors were collected through experience sampling methodology for 28 days pre-post first intervention. Baseline characteristics were compared with t-tests and chi-square tests. Permutation distancing tests were used to assess change over time in all ILD.
RESULTS: Regarding weekly measurements, nineteen participants (42.22%) showed small to large positive outcomes (drange = .05 to 2.59), mostly after PROfeel. Eleven participants (24.44%) showed small to moderate negative outcomes (drange = -.02 to -2.46), mostly after dietary advice. Fatigue severity improved most, followed by self-efficacy. Participants who benefitted showed higher QoL levels and lower fatigue and pain levels compared with others at baseline (all p < .02). When positive outcomes were observed after PROfeel, typically ≥1 biopsychosocial factor had been targeted successfully.
CONCLUSION: Self-management advice has more potential when tailored to individual characteristics, including the biopsychosocial model of fatigue. PROfeel appears particularly useful as fatigue intervention for individuals with relatively less severe symptoms.
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a print controller for preventing the waste of print resources in a pharmacy or the like. SOLUTION: When prescription data are received (Yes in S1), terminal equipment 12 refers to the name of a patient (S2), retrieves history information corresponding to the name of the patient in a customer DB 31 and refers to the number of times of communication reception N (S3). Further, the number of times of medicine dispensation M is referred to (S4) and a ratio M/N is defined as an index R indicating the propriety of printing (S5). A reception history and the number of times of the reception are updated (S6). When the number of times of the reception N is equal to or smaller than a threshold Tn (No in S7), the print of a prescription is suspended. When the number of times of the reception N is larger than the threshold Tn (Yes in S7), the index R and the threshold Tr are compared.  When the index R is equal to or smaller than the threshold Tr (No in S8), the print of the prescription is suspended. When the index R is larger than the threshold Tr (Yes in S8), the prescription or the like is printed (S9). Finally, a medicine dispensation history in the history information and the number of times of the medicine dispensation are updated (S19).
The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Intervention is administered during two 90 minute group sessions. The focus is on the interrelationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is used to address specific deficits, such as improving problem solving skills and developing social supports, and behaviors such as substance abuse and smoking.
The Biering-Sørensen test is commonly used to assess paraspinal muscle endurance. Research using a single repetition of the test has provided conflicting evidence for the contribution of impaired paraspinal muscle endurance to low back pain (LBP). This study investigated how Sørensen test duration, muscle activation, and muscle fatigability are affected by multiple repetitions of the test and determined predictors of Sørensen test duration in young adults with and without a history of LBP. Sixty-four young individuals performed three repetitions of the Sørensen test. Amplitude of activation and median frequency slope (fatigability) were calculated for the lumbar and thoracic paraspinals and hamstrings. Duration of the test was significantly less for the 3rd repetition in individuals with LBP. In individuals without LBP, test duration was predicted by fatigability of the lumbar paraspinals. In individuals with LBP, Sørensen test duration was predicted by fatigability of the hamstrings and amplitude of activation of the thoracic and lumbar paraspinals. Our findings demonstrate that it is necessary to amplify the difficulty of the Sørensen test to reveal impairments in young, active adults with LBP. Training programs aiming to improve lumbar paraspinal performance should monitor performance of other synergist muscles during endurance exercise.
BACKGROUND: Children with profound intellectual disabilities are unable to do anything for themselves and require full-time care in healthcare facilities. While caring for children, secondary caregivers become overwhelmed. Coupled with little or no support, the overwhelming work affects their psychological, social and financial well-being. Mental healthcare practitioners have perspectives on conditions under which secondary caregivers work and how can they be supported. Little is known about such perspectives.
OBJECTIVES: This study aims to explore and describe the perspectives of mental healthcare practitioners regarding the conditions under which secondary caregivers of children with profound intellectual disabilities work and how can they be supported.
METHOD: A qualitative-exploratory-descriptive and contextual research design was adopted using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. This study was conducted in Gauteng province. Semi-structured individual interviews were performed to collect data. Content data analysis and ATLAS.ti were used to analyse the data.
RESULTS: Knowledge and skills development, stress reduction, resources and motivation were themes that emerged.
CONCLUSION: This study explored and described the perspectives of mental healthcare practitioners regarding the conditions under which secondary caregivers of children with profound intellectual disabilities work and how can they be supported. If implemented, perspectives can improve the holistic well-being of secondary caregivers.Contribution: This study broadened an understanding of how secondary caregivers can be supported. Future researchers can use study results to develop programmes, intervention strategies and frameworks to support secondary caregivers.
BACKGROUND: Our previous research has demonstrated that hypoxic preconditioning (HPC) can improve spatial learning and memory abilities in adult mice. Adult hippocampal neurogenesis has been associated with learning and memory. The Neurogenic locus notch homolog protein (Notch) was involved in adult hippocampal neurogenesis, as well as in learning and memory. It is currently unclear whether the Notch pathway regulates hippocampal neuroregeneration by modifying the DNA methylation status of the Notch gene following HPC.
METHOD: The HPC animal model and cell model were established through repeated hypoxia exposure using mice and the mouse hippocampal neuronal cell line HT22. Step-down test was conducted on HPC mice. Real-time PCR and Western blot analysis were used to assess the mRNA and protein expression levels of Notch1 and hairy and enhancer of split1 (HES1). The presence of BrdU-positive cells and Notch1 expression in the hippocampal dental gyrus (DG) were examined with confocal microscopy. The methylation status of the Notch1 was analyzed using methylation-specific PCR (MS-PCR). HT22 cells were employed to elucidate the impact of HPC on Notch1 in vitro.
RESULTS: HPC significantly improved the step-down test performance of mice with elevated levels of mRNA and protein expression of Notch1 and HES1 (P < 0.05). The intensities of the Notch1 signal in the control group, the H group and the HPC group were 2.62 ± 0.57 × 107, 2.87 ± 0.84 × 107, and 3.32 ± 0.14 × 107, respectively, and the number of BrdU (+) cells in the hippocampal DG were 1.83 ± 0.54, 3.71 ± 0.64, and 7.29 ± 0.68 respectively. Compared with that in C and H group, the intensity of the Notch1 signal and the number of BrdU (+) cells increased significantly in HPC group (P < 0.05). The methylation levels of the Notch1 promoter 0.82 ± 0.03, 0.65 ± 0.03, and 0.60 ± 0.02 in the C, H, and HPC groups, respectively. The methylation levels of Notch1 decreased significantly (P < 0.05). The effect of HPC on HT22 cells exhibited similarities to that observed in the hippocampus.
CONCLUSION: HPC may confer neuroprotection by activating the Notch1 signaling pathway and regulating its methylation level, resulting in the regeneration of hippocampal neurons.
Sentence comprehension requires the integration of linguistic units presented in a temporal sequence based on a non-linear underlying syntactic structure. While it is uncontroversial that storage is mandatory for this process, there are opposing views regarding the relevance of general short-term-/working-memory capacities (STM/WM) versus language specific resources. Here we report results from 43 participants with an acquired brain lesion in the extended left hemispheric language network and resulting language deficits, who performed a sentence-to-picture matching task and an experimental task assessing phonological short-term memory. The sentence task systematically varied syntactic complexity (embedding depth and argument order) while lengths, number of propositions and plausibility were kept constant. Clinical data including digit-/ block-spans and lesion size and site were additionally used in the analyses. Correlational analyses confirm that performance on STM/WM-tasks (experimental task and digit-span) are the only two relevant predictors for correct sentence-picture-matching, while reaction times only depended on age and lesion size. Notably increasing syntactic complexity reduced the correlational strength speaking for the additional recruitment of language specific resources independent of more general verbal STM/WM capacities, when resolving complex syntactic structure. The complementary lesion-behaviour analysis yielded different lesion volumes correlating with either the sentence-task or the STM-task. Factoring out STM measures lesions in the anterior temporal lobe correlated with a larger decrease in accuracy with increasing syntactic complexity. We conclude that overall sentence comprehension depends on STM/WM capacity, while increases in syntactic complexity tax another independent cognitive resource.
This is a multi-site, randomized controlled, pilot intervention study. Patients seen in outpatient clinics in the Department of Gynaecologic Oncology at KKH Women and Children's Hospital (KKH) and the breast team within the Division of Medical Oncology at National Cancer Centre (NCC) will be recruited to participate. Patients who meet pre-screen criteria will be invited to complete a self-report screener of marital and sexual well-being. Those who are eligible for the study and indicate interest will be contacted to participate in the RISE program. Study participants will sign an informed consent before being given a pre-treatment assessment and being randomized using an opaque, sealed envelope system to receive either (i) the RISE program or (ii) Standard Care. Those in the Standard Care group will have the option of participating in the RISE program after their second pre-treatment assessment to ensure all participants are given the opportunity to receive the program. Randomization is stratified by cancer (i.e., gynaecologic vs breast) and occur in permuted blocks. At the end of participation in the RISE program, all participants will be given a post-treatment assessment. Spouse of the participants will be invited to participate in the study. Those who agree will complete a pre-treatment survey similar to the patient participant and attend the 3 sessions with the patient, and complete a post-treatment assessment similar to the patient's.

The RISE Intervention consists of 3 sessions which will last 2 hours each and be conducted with a clinical psychologist or medical social worker with experience with couples counseling. The intervention content include psycho-education, communication training between the couple, and exercises to foster intimacy. A therapy manual will be developed to ensure program delivery fidelity. A folder with session summaries will be provided to the participants.