scholarly journals Non-Invasive Respiratory Volume Monitoring to Detect Apnea in Post-Operative Patients: Case Series

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Voscopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Case Series ◽  
Respiratory Volume ◽  
Non Invasive

scholarly journals 670. Rapid, Non-invasive Detection of Invasive Mycoplasma hominis Infection using the Karius Test, A Next-Generation Sequencing Test for Microbial Cell-free DNA in Plasma

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S390-S390
Author(s):  
Priya Edward ◽  
William V La Via ◽  
Mehreen Arshad ◽  
Kiran Gajurel
Keyword(s):  
Next Generation Sequencing ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Mycoplasma Hominis ◽  
Microbial Cell ◽  
Next Generation ◽  
Cell Free Dna ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Free Dna ◽  
Hominis Infection ◽  
Generation Sequencing

Abstract Background Mycoplasma hominis is typically associated with genital infections in women and is a rare cause of musculoskeletal infections often in immunocompromised hosts. Diagnosis of invasive Mycoplasma hominis infections are difficult due to challenges in culturing these organisms. Molecular diagnostics require an index of suspicion which may not be present at the time of tissue sampling. Accurate, rapid diagnosis of Mycoplasma hominis infections are important for antibiotic management. Methods Two cases of invasive Mycoplasma hominis infections are presented in which the Karius test (KT) was used to make the diagnosis. The KT is a CLIA certified/CAP-accredited next-generation sequencing (NGS) plasma test that detects microbial cell-free DNA (mcfDNA). After mcfDNA is extracted and NGS performed, human reads are removed and remaining sequences are aligned to a curated database of > 1400 organisms. Organisms present above a statistical threshold are reported. Case review was performed for clinical correlation. Results A young woman with lupus nephritis status post renal transplant developed persistent fever with progressive multifocal culture-negative osteoarticular infection despite empiric ceftriaxone. An adolescent female presented with an ascending pelvic infection progressing to purulent polymicrobial peritonitis (see table) requiring surgical debridement and cefipime, metronidazole and micafungin therapy; her course was complicated by progressive peritonitis/abscesses. Karius testing detected high-levels of Mycoplasma hominis mcfDNA in both cases – at 3251 molecules/microliter (MPM) in the first case and 3914 MPM in the second case. The normal range of Mycoplasma hominis mcfDNA in a cohort of 684 normal adults is 0 MPM. The patients rapidly improved with atypical coverage with doxycycline and levofloxaxin. Clinical findings in 2 patients with M. hominis infection detected by the Karius Test Conclusion Open-ended, plasma-based NGS for mcfDNA provides a rapid, non-invasive method to diagnose invasive Mycoplasma hominis infection. This case series highlights the potential to diagnose infections caused by fastidious pathogens to better inform antimicrobial therapy and achieve favorable outcomes. Disclosures William V. La Via, MD, Karius (Employee)

Line‐field confocal optical coherence tomography for non‐invasive diagnosis of lichenoid dermatoses of the childhood: A case series

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Linda Tognetti ◽  
Andrea. Carraro ◽  
Elisa Cinotti ◽  
Mariano Suppa ◽  
Veronique Marmol ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Optical Coherence Tomography ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Optical Coherence ◽  
Line Field ◽  
Non Invasive

Department of Internal Medicine. University Hospital of Patras. Patras.

2022 ◽  
Vol 35 (13) ◽  
Author(s):  
Themistoklis Paraskevas ◽  
Eleousa Oikonomou ◽  
Maria Lagadinou ◽  
Vasileios Karamouzos ◽  
Nikolaos Zareifopoulos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oxygen Therapy ◽  
Case Series ◽  
High Flow ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Current Evidence ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Invasive Ventilation ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Non Invasive Ventilation ◽  
High Flow Oxygen

Introduction: Oxygen therapy remains the cornerstone for managing patients with severe SARS-CoV-2 infection and several modalities of non-invasive ventilation are used worldwide. High-flow oxygen via nasal canula is one therapeutic option which may in certain cases prevent the need of mechanical ventilation. The aim of this review is to summarize the current evidence on the use of high-flow nasal oxygen in patients with severe SARS-CoV-2 infection.Material and Methods: We conducted a systematic literature search of the databases PubMed and Cochrane Library until April 2021 using the following search terms: “high flow oxygen and COVID-19” and “high flow nasal and COVID-19’’.Results: Twenty-three articles were included in this review, in four of which prone positioning was used as an adjunctive measure. Most of the articles were cohort studies or case series. High-flow nasal oxygen therapy was associated with a reduced need for invasive ventilation compared to conventional oxygen therapy and led to an improvement in secondary clinical outcomes such as length of stay. The efficacy of high-flow nasal oxygen therapy was comparable to that of other non-invasive ventilation options, but its tolerability is likely higher. Failure of this modality was associated with increased mortality.Conclusion: High flow nasal oxygen is an established option for respiratory support in COVID-19 patients. Further investigation is required to quantify its efficacy and utility in preventing the requirement of invasive ventilation.

Dunbar (Or Median Arcuate Ligament) Syndrome: A Case Series

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (09) ◽  
pp. 450-459
Author(s):  
Dr Praveen K Sharma, MD RD ◽  
◽  
Dr. Pavankumar mathapati ◽  
Dr. Dinesh babu J ◽  
Dr. Keerthi vatsan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Series ◽  
Vascular Reconstruction ◽  
Vascular Compression ◽  
Median Arcuate Ligament ◽  
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Compression Syndrome ◽  
Axis Compression ◽  
Arcuate Ligament ◽  
Dunbar Syndrome

Dunbar syndrome (DS) (or Median arcuate ligament syndrome) is a rare entity of the vascular compression syndrome, where there is focal proximal coeliac axis compression by Median arcuate ligament (MAL). It results in an insufficient supply of blood to the respective organs of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). Multi-detector computed tomography (MDCT) is a very convenient non-invasive modality in diagnosing this condition and helpful in distinguishing it from other conditions, such as atherosclerotic disease. DS can further be treated disorder surgically by relieving the compression and sometimes may need vascular reconstruction. We present five cases of the DS.

scholarly journals Low-Intensity Electromagnetic Millimeter Waves for Pain Therapy

2006 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 201-207 ◽  
Author(s):  
Taras I. Usichenko ◽  
Hardy Edinger ◽  
Vasyl V. Gizhko ◽  
Christian Lehmann ◽  
Michael Wendt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Pain Relief ◽  
Methodological Quality ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Treatment Method ◽  
Rapid Onset ◽  
Acupuncture Points ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Review Criteria

Millimeter wave therapy (MWT), a non-invasive complementary therapeutic technique is claimed to possess analgesic properties. We reviewed the clinical studies describing the pain-relief effect of MWT. Medline-based search according to review criteria and evaluation of methodological quality of the retrieved studies was performed. Of 13 studies, 9 of them were randomized controlled trials (RCTs), only three studies yielded more than 3 points on the Oxford scale of methodological quality of RCTs. MWT was reported to be effective in the treatment of headache, arthritic, neuropathic and acute postoperative pain. The rapid onset of pain relief during MWT lasting hours to days after, remote to the site of exposure (acupuncture points), was the most characteristic feature in MWT application for pain relief. The most commonly used parameters of MWT were the MW frequencies between 30 and 70 GHz and power density up to 10 mW cm−2. The promising results from pilot case series studies and small-size RCTs for analgesic/hypoalgesic effects of MWT should be verified in large-scale RCTs on the effectiveness of this treatment method.

scholarly journals Non-invasive Cardiac Radiation for Ablation of Ventricular Tachycardia: a New Therapeutic Paradigm in Electrophysiology

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eun-Jeong Kim ◽  
Giovanni Davogustto ◽  
William G Stevenson ◽  
Roy M John ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Ventricular Tachycardia ◽  
Cardiac Tissue ◽  
Imaging Techniques ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Structural Heart Disease ◽  
Multicenter Studies ◽  
Invasive Approach ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Surface Ecg ◽  
Early Case

Non-invasive ablation of cardiac tissue to control ventricular tachycardia (VT) is a novel therapeutic consideration in the management of ventricular arrhythmias associated with structural heart disease. The technique involves the use of stereotactic radiotherapy delivered to VT substrates. Although invasive mapping can be used to identify the target, the use of non-invasive ECG and imaging techniques combined with multi-electrode body-surface ECG recordings offers the potential of a completely non-invasive approach. Early case series have demonstrated a consistent decrease in VT burden and sufficient early safety to allow more detailed multicenter studies. Such studies are currently in progress to further evaluate this promising technology.

scholarly journals Intrauterine condom catheter tamponade in the management of atonic postpartum haemorrhage: a case series from a tertiary care centre in Central India

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (8) ◽  
pp. 3468 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moushmi B. Parpillewar ◽  
Shalini S. Fusey
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Haemorrhage ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Balloon Catheter ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Central India ◽  
Success Rates ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Surgical Methods ◽  
Condom Catheter

Background: Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide with a prevalence rate of approximately 6% and 50% is due to atonic PPH. According to WHO 2014-  in India 45,000 maternal deaths take place annually and 20-60% are due to postpartum hemorrhage. Various medical and surgical methods are available. Uterine balloon tamponade is one of the methods reported increasingly with good success rates avoiding surgical morbidity.Methods: Prospective data of all women who went into atonic primary PPH after 28 weeks of gestation was collected over a period of one year.Results: Out of the 252 women who had atonic PPH, 23 were inserted with condom balloon catheter after medical management. Success rate was 18/23 (78.2%).Conclusions: Condom catheter is a non-invasive, effective, conservative method of PPH management.  In cases of failure it provides a temporary tamponade effect and time to prepare for other interventions.

Initial experience with extracorporeal shock wave therapy in six dogs – part I

2002 ◽  
Vol 15 (03) ◽  
pp. 177-183 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. H. Laverty ◽  
S. R. McClure
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy ◽  
Invasive Technique ◽  
Initial Experience ◽  
Shock Wave Therapy ◽  
Non Union ◽  
Non Invasive ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave ◽  
Effective Treatment Modality

SummaryExtracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) may be an effective treatment modality for delayed or chronic non-union fractures. ESWT is a non-invasive technique that avoids the potential morbidity and mortality associated with traditional surgical procedures, and its use does not preclude subsequent surgical treatment. This case series demonstrates the feasibility, versatility and safety of treating dogs with ESWT.

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