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  • Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)  (15)
  • 1
    In: JAIDS Journal of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndromes, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 81, No. 1 ( 2019-05-1), p. e6-e9
    Abstract: Antiretroviral therapy (ART) durability, time to modification or cessation, has declined. The study objective was to determine whether kidney dysfunction is contributing to reduced durability. Methods: This retrospective follow-up study of CNICS evaluated treatment-naive PLWH initiating ART between 2007 and 2014. Regimen modification was defined as cessation/modification of any part of the 3-drug ART regimen. We evaluated the role of kidney dysfunction in initial regimen modification as both a mediator and effect measure modifier. Associations of the variables with the ART modification were examined using univariable and multivariable Cox proportional hazard models. Results: Of 4515 PLWH included in the analysis, 1967 modified their ART. Of those receiving TDF-based ART (n = 3888), 1580 (41%) modified their regimen compared with 387 (62%) receiving other regimens. Overall, the median eGFR decreased by 5 mL/min/1.73 m 2 (quartiles: first = −16, third = 0) from baseline to follow-up. Of the 128 patients with low baseline eGFR ( 〈 60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 ), the final eGFR remained low in 73% while it increased to above 60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 in 27%. Of the 4387 with normal baseline eGFR, only 135 (3%) had a final eGFR 〈 60 mL/min/1.73 m 2 . Those with low eGFR at the baseline and/or final visits were more likely to modify ART than others (hazards ratio = 1.75, 95% confidence interval: 1.39 to 2.19, P 〈 0.001). Relative to other regimens, TDF-based ART was less likely to be modified when accounting for numerous clinical and demographic traits. Conclusions: For patients in our study initiated on ART, including TDF-based ART, in the last decade, kidney dysfunction is not a major factor leading to regimen modification.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1525-4135
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    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2019
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    In: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 28, No. 2 ( 2017-2), p. 671-677
    Abstract: We recently showed an association between strict BP control and lower mortality risk during two decades of follow-up of prior participants in the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) trial. Here, we determined the risk of ESRD and mortality during extended follow-up of the African American Study of Kidney Disease and Hypertension (AASK) trial. We linked 1067 former AASK participants with CKD previously randomized to strict or usual BP control (mean arterial pressure ≤92 mmHg or 102–107 mmHg, respectively) to the US Renal Data System and Social Security Death Index; 397 patients had ESRD and 475 deaths occurred during a median follow-up of 14.4 years from 1995 to 2012. Compared with the usual BP arm, the strict BP arm had unadjusted and adjusted relative risks of ESRD of 0.92 (95% confidence interval [95% CI], 0.75 to 1.12) and 0.95 (95% CI, 0.78 to 1.16; P =0.64), respectively, and unadjusted and adjusted relative risks of death of 0.92 (95% CI, 0.77 to 1.10) and 0.81 (95% CI, 0.68 to 0.98; P =0.03), respectively. In meta-analyses of individual-level data from the MDRD and the AASK trials, unadjusted relative risk of ESRD was 0.88 (95% CI, 0.78 to 1.00) and unadjusted relative risk of death was 0.87 (95% CI, 0.76 to 0.99) for strict versus usual BP arms. Our findings suggest that, during long–term follow-up, strict BP control does not delay the onset of ESRD but may reduce the relative risk of death in CKD.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1046-6673 , 1533-3450
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2017
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    In: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 30, No. 10 ( 2019-10), p. 2027-2036
    Abstract: Two variations in the apo L1 gene ( APOL1 ) common in West African and African American populations are strongly associated with development of ESKD. Studies evaluating whether these APOL1 kidney-risk variants increase the risk of cardiovascular disease have had inconsistent results. The authors conducted a two-stage meta-analysis of individual participant data from eight large cohorts with data on APOL1 kidney-risk variants. The analysis included 21,305 blacks and assessed the relationship between APOL1 kidney-risk variants and several types of cardiovascular disease and death. In a recessive genetic model adjusted for demographics, comorbidities, and kidney measures, there were no significant associations between APOL1 kidney-risk genotypes and death or the composite outcome of incident cardiovascular disease, which included coronary heart disease, stroke, myocardial infarction, and heart failure. There were also no significant associations between these variants and coronary heart disease, stroke, myocardial infarction, and heart failure when the conditions were considered individually. This study suggests that the APOL1 kidney-risk variants may not have a direct effect on cardiovascular disease separate from the effects of kidney disease itself. Background Two coding variants in the apo L1 gene ( APOL1 ) are strongly associated with kidney disease in blacks. Kidney disease itself increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, but whether these variants have an independent direct effect on the risk of cardiovascular disease is unclear. Previous studies have had inconsistent results. Methods We conducted a two-stage individual participant data meta-analysis to assess the association of APOL1 kidney-risk variants with adjudicated cardiovascular disease events and death, independent of kidney measures. The analysis included 21,305 blacks from eight large cohorts. Results Over 8.9±5.0 years of follow-up, 2076 incident cardiovascular disease events occurred in the 16,216 participants who did not have cardiovascular disease at study enrollment. In fully-adjusted analyses, individuals possessing two APOL1 kidney-risk variants had similar risk of incident cardiovascular disease (coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, stroke and heart failure; hazard ratio 1.11, 95% confidence interval, 0.96 to 1.28) compared to individuals with zero or one kidney-risk variant. The risk of coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, stroke and heart failure considered individually was also comparable by APOL1 genotype. APOL1 genotype was also not associated with death. There was no difference in adjusted associations by level of kidney function, age, diabetes status, or body-mass index. Conclusions In this large, two-stage individual participant data meta-analysis, APOL1 kidney-risk variants were not associated with incident cardiovascular disease or death independent of kidney measures.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1046-6673 , 1533-3450
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2019
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    In: Journal of Urology, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 208, No. 5 ( 2022-11), p. 1075-1082
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0022-5347 , 1527-3792
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    Publication Date: 2022
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    In: Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 34, No. 1 ( 2018-01), p. 68-73
    Abstract: Dilated superior ophthalmic vein (SOV) is an uncommon radiographic finding. The authors review the presentation, etiology, radiography, and visual implications of 113 patients with dilated SOV. Methods: An observational case series and multicenter retrospective chart review were conducted. There were 113 patients with a dilated SOV. Outcome measures included patient demographics, clinical features, radiographic findings, diagnosis, and treatment, and treatment outcomes were assessed. Results: Cases included 75 women (66%) and 38 men (34%) with a mean age of 49 ± 24 years (range, 0.4–90 years). Diagnoses fell under 6 categories: vascular malformation (n = 92, 81%), venous thrombosis (n = 11, 10%), inflammatory (n = 6, 5%), traumatic hemorrhage (n = 2, 2%), lymphoproliferative (n = 1, 1%), and infectious (n = 1, 1%). Imaging modalities utilized included MRI (n = 98, 87%), digital subtraction angiography (n = 77, 68%), CT (n = 29, 26%), and ultrasonography (n = 4, 4%). Disease status at last follow up included no evidence of disease (n = 57, 50%), alive with persistent disease (n = 53, 47%), and expired from disease (n = 3, 3%). Treatment and management was tailored to the underlying disease process with a mean follow up of 18 months (range, 1 day to 180 months). Visual impairment observed at presentation and last follow up across all cases was 26% and 22%, respectively. Conclusion: Dilated SOV is a rare radiographic finding resulting from a wide spectrum of etiologies with clinical implications ranging from benign to sight- and life-threatening. Dilated SOV is most often found with dural-cavernous fistula or carotid-cavernous fistula, orbital or facial arteriovenous malformation, and venous thrombosis. Recognition of this finding and management of the underlying condition is critical.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0740-9303
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2018
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  • 6
    In: Journal of the American Heart Association, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 6, No. 12 ( 2017-12-02)
    Abstract: APOL 1 genetic variants confer an increased risk for kidney disease. Their associations with cardiovascular disease ( CVD ) are less certain. We aimed to compare the prevalence of subclinical CVD and incidence of atherosclerotic CVD and heart failure by APOL 1 genotypes among self‐identified black participants of MESA (Multi‐Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis). Methods and Results Cross‐sectional associations of APOL 1 genotypes (high‐risk=2 alleles; low‐risk=0 or 1 allele) with coronary artery calcification, carotid‐intimal media thickness, and left ventricular mass were evaluated using logistic and linear regression. Longitudinal associations of APOL 1 genotypes with incident myocardial infarction, stroke, coronary heart disease, and congestive heart failure were examined using Cox regression. We adjusted for African ancestry, age, and sex. We also evaluated whether hypertension or kidney function markers explained the observed associations. Among 1746 participants with APOL 1 genotyping (mean age 62 years, 55% women, mean cystatin C–based estimated glomerular filtration rate 89 mL/min per 1.73 m 2 , 12% with albuminuria), 12% had the high‐risk genotypes. We found no difference in prevalence or severity of coronary artery calcification, carotid‐intimal media thickness, or left ventricular mass by APOL 1 genotypes. The APOL 1 high‐risk group was 82% more likely to develop incident heart failure compared with the low‐risk group (95% confidence interval, 1.01–3.28). Adjusting for hypertension (hazard ratio, 1.80; 95% confidence interval, 1.00–3.24) but not markers of kidney function (hazard ratio, 1.86; 95% confidence interval, 1.03–3.35) slightly attenuated this association. The APOL 1 high‐risk genotypes were not significantly associated with other clinical CVD outcomes. Conclusions Among blacks without baseline CVD , the APOL 1 high‐risk variants may be associated with increased risk for incident heart failure but not subclinical CVD or incident clinical atherosclerotic CVD .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 2047-9980
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2017
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  • 7
    In: Stroke, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 55, No. Suppl_1 ( 2024-02)
    Abstract: Background: Stroke coordinators (SC’s) are essential leaders of certified stroke centers which facilitate evidence-based stroke care, improving patient outcomes. Although this role has existed since the 1970’s, significant variability of responsibilities and staffing exists. Evidence based recommendations for SC staffing are scarce. Purpose: Utilizing the 2023 Florida Stroke Registry Hospital Inventory Survey (HIS), we describe current SC roles, responsibilities, and challenges in Florida. Methods: The Florida Stroke Registry (FSR), with state funding, tracks and measures Florida’s stroke center performance. FSR recently deployed the FSR HIS, a ten-part questionnaire examining various aspects of stroke program infrastructure. The survey was disseminated to 171 sites with 38 responses in the first wave. This is preliminary data from an HIS section focusing on SC staffing, workload, resources, and perceived challenges. Results: Responding sites all report a designated SC. Figure 1 describes SC’s Status (full vs. part-time), onboarding, and resources. Of note, only 35% of SC’s manage stroke full-time at a single site, SC turnover rate is high with 63% in the role 〈 4 yrs. Stroke coordinators abstract for multiple databases, even with data abstractor support. In free-text responses, 58% (19/33) of SC’s cited lack of time and/or corporate structure for adequate program management as the biggest challenges in their role. Discussion: The preliminary study highlights significant challenges with high SC turnover, heavy workloads, and insufficient support. Stroke programs lack clear recommendations from certifying bodies for program personnel based on program volume. Future directions of FSR HIS include conducting additional dissemination waves, and an analysis of optimal stroke program staffing by cross-referencing certification level, patient volume and SC resources.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0039-2499 , 1524-4628
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    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2024
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  • 8
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    Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health) ; 2022
    In:  Critical Care Medicine Vol. 50, No. 1 ( 2022-01), p. 442-442
    In: Critical Care Medicine, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 50, No. 1 ( 2022-01), p. 442-442
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0090-3493
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2022
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  • 9
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    Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health) ; 2013
    In:  Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery Vol. 95, No. 5 ( 2013-3-6), p. 400-407
    In: Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 95, No. 5 ( 2013-3-6), p. 400-407
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 0021-9355 , 1535-1386
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  • 10
    In: Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology, Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health), Vol. 32, No. 3 ( 2012-03), p. 786-798
    Abstract: The coagulation-inflammation cycle has been implicated as a critical component in malaria pathogenesis. Defibrotide (DF), a mixture of DNA aptamers, displays anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, and endothelial cell (EC)-protective activities and has been successfully used to treat comatose children with veno-occlusive disease. DF was investigated here as a drug to treat cerebral malaria. Methods and Results— DF blocks tissue factor expression by ECs incubated with parasitized red blood cells and attenuates prothrombinase activity, platelet aggregation, and complement activation. In contrast, it does not affect nitric oxide bioavailability. We also demonstrated that Plasmodium falciparum glycosylphosphatidylinositol ( Pf -GPI) induces tissue factor expression in ECs and cytokine production by dendritic cells. Notably, dendritic cells, known to modulate coagulation and inflammation systemically, were identified as a novel target for DF. Accordingly, DF inhibits Toll-like receptor ligand-dependent dendritic cells activation by a mechanism that is blocked by adenosine receptor antagonist (8-p-sulfophenyltheophylline) but not reproduced by synthetic poly-A, -C, -T, and -G. These results imply that aptameric sequences and adenosine receptor mediate dendritic cells responses to the drug. DF also prevents rosetting formation, red blood cells invasion by P. falciparum and abolishes oocysts development in Anopheles gambiae. In a murine model of cerebral malaria, DF affected parasitemia, decreased IFN-γ levels, and ameliorated clinical score (day 5) with a trend for increased survival. Conclusion— Therapeutic use of DF in malaria is proposed.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    ISSN: 1079-5642 , 1524-4636
    Language: English
    Publisher: Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
    Publication Date: 2012
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