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DOAJ Open Access 2025
Disordered DNA methylation leads to targetable transcriptional plasticity in ATRT

Ashley R. Tetens, Tyler R. Findlay, Jordyn Craig-Schwartz et al.

Abstract Atypical teratoid rhabdoid tumor (ATRT) is a highly aggressive but genetically simple pediatric central nervous system tumor, defined by biallelic inactivation of the chromatin regulator SMARCB1 with remarkably few other cooperating mutations. Despite its genetic homogeneity, ATRT exhibits profound clinical and epigenetic heterogeneity, with three major subgroups (ATRT-TYR, ATRT-MYC, and ATRT-SHH) defined by DNA methylation and transcriptional signatures. Beyond these subgroup-defining features, we aimed to investigate epigenetic variability within tumors by applying whole-genome bisulfite sequencing and probabilistic modeling to quantify stochastic DNA methylation in primary ATRT samples encompassing all three subgroups. We show that ATRT exhibits a destabilized and increasingly stochastic methylome. While ATRT global methylation patterns diverge according to subgroup, some methylation perturbations, such as hypermethylation and increased methylation entropy over bivalent promoters, are consistent across subgroups. We find that methylation stochasticity alterations map onto potential drivers of ATRT, such as LIN28a, the HOXD cluster for ATRT-MYC, and OTX2 for ATRT-TYR, and identify actionable targets, such as hypermethylation of the tumor suppressor CDKN2a across all subgroups. We investigate the sensitivity of the aberrant DNA methylation landscape of ATRT to pharmacologic DNA methyltransferase inhibition (DNMTi) and histone deacetylase inhibition (HDACi). We show that decitabine leads to profound demethylation of patient-derived ATRT cell lines, including reversal of hypermethylation at bivalent promoters and the CDKN2a locus. The addition of HDACi leads to dramatic gene expression changes, including upregulation of innate immune signaling pathways, such as STING/interferon signaling, genes under the regulation of bivalent promoters, and reactivation of the tumor suppressor CDKN2A. The combination of DNMTi and HDACi synergistically reduces cell viability. Taken together, we show that ATRT has a highly stochastic methylome sensitive to epigenetic manipulation.

Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
DOAJ Open Access 2025
Modified overlap SMAS flap in the treatment of facial depression after resection of benign parotid lesions

Zhen Yu, Wenxing Xun, Pan Ren et al.

Abstract Objective The purpose of our study was to evaluate the clinical effect of a facelift combined with a modified overlapping superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) flap for repairing facial depression caused by the resection of benign parotid lesions. Methods This retrospective, non-randomized observational study included 87 patients diagnosed with benign parotid tumors who underwent surgical treatment between June 2014 and September 2023. All patients were treated in our department or by the same surgical team after institutional transfer. All patients received surgery via a standardized facelift incision approach.; All patients underwent surgery using a standardized facelift incision. Of them, 58 patients received reconstructive surgery with the modified SMAS flap, and 29 patients were treated using the classical SMAS flap. The degree of satisfaction with scarring and facial depression was assessed 6 months postoperatively using the Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) and a 10-point scale (0 = no obvious depression; 10 = severe depression), respectively. Results There was no significant difference regarding the degree of satisfaction with scarring between the two groups (P > 0.05), while the modified SMAS flap group was significantly more satisfied with the facial depressions than the classical SMAS flap group (P < 0.001). Surgical complications and tumor recurrence were not significantly different between the two groups. Conclusions A facelift combined with a modified SMAS flap can effectively repair the facial depressions caused by the resection of benign parotid lesions and achieve good aesthetic results.

Surgery, Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens
DOAJ Open Access 2025
Efficacy of an alternative positioning of intracardiac defibrillation catheters in atrial fibrillation ablation

Jumpei Ohashi, Tatsuya Hayashi, Shingo Yamamoto et al.

Abstract Background In pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) for atrial fibrillation (AF), intraoperative defibrillation is often required. Intracardiac defibrillation catheters (ICDCs) are most effective when positioned to enclose the heart between the coronary sinus (CS) and right atrium (RA) (CS/RA configuration). However, achieving this positioning via the inferior vena cava (IVC) can be challenging, and alternative configurations remain underexplored. Methods This study included patients with paroxysmal or persistent AF who underwent cryoballoon ablation followed by intracardiac cardioversion using an ICDC via the IVC. The catheter was initially positioned with distal electrodes in the CS and proximal electrodes in the IVC (CS‐only configuration). If cardioversion failed, the catheter was repositioned to place distal electrodes in the superior vena cava (SVC configuration). A maximum of 30 J of energy was used for all cardioversion attempts. Results A total of 81 patients were included. Cardioversion in the CS‐only configuration restored sinus rhythm in 11% (9/81) of patients. Repositioning to the SVC configuration achieved successful cardioversion in 93.1% (67/72) of the remaining cases without complications. Patients requiring the SVC configuration had a significantly higher prevalence of persistent AF (33.3% vs. 80.6%; p = 0.045). No adverse events were observed following cardioversion in the SVC configuration. Conclusions While the CS‐only configuration offers ease of placement, its efficacy is limited. Repositioning to the SVC configuration significantly enhances cardioversion success and represents a safer, more effective alternative for ICDC use during AF ablation.

Diseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system
DOAJ Open Access 2024
Prevalence and risk factors for dementia and mild cognitive impairment among older people in Southeast China: a community-based study

Bin Jiang, Qi Liu, Jian-Peng Li et al.

Abstract Background With the aging population, the number of individuals with dementia in China is increasing rapidly. This community-based study aimed to investigate the prevalence and risk factors for dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) among older adults in China. Methods In this study, 20,070 individuals aged ≥ 65 were recruited between January 1, 2022, and February 1, 2023, from ten communities in Xiamen City, China. We collected data on age, sex, level of education, and medical history, as well as global cognition and functional status. The prevalence of dementia and MCI was examined, and the risk factors for different groups were assessed. Results The overall prevalence of dementia and MCI was approximately 5.4% (95% confidence interval [CI], 5.1–5.7) and 7.7% (95% CI, 7.4–8.1), respectively. The results also indicated that dementia and MCI share similar risk factors, including older age, female sex, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Compared with individuals with no formal education, those with > 6 years of education had an odds ratio for MCI of 1.83 (95% CI, 1.49–2.25). We also found that only 5.5% of the positive participants chose to be referred to the hospital for further diagnosis and treatment during follow-up visits. Conclusions This study estimated the prevalence and risk factors for dementia and MCI among individuals aged ≥ 65 years in Southeast China. These findings are crucial for preventing and managing dementia and MCI in China.

DOAJ Open Access 2024
Trans-splenic percutaneous glue embolization of bleeding gastric varices in the setting of malignant sinistral portal hypertension

Ken Zhao, Sam Y. Son, Debkumar Sarkar et al.

Abstract Sinistral portal hypertension, also known as left-sided portal hypertension, is a rare cause of gastric variceal bleeding which occurs secondary to occlusion of the splenic vein. We present a case of venous occlusion and sinistral portal hypertension secondary to distal pancreatic cancer requiring treatment of gastric variceal bleeding. After failing conservative management, transvenous intervention was attempted, but a venous communication with the gastric varices was unable to be identified on multiple venograms. A percutaneous trans-splenic approach using a 21-G needle and ultrasound guidance was successful in directly accessing an intraparenchymal vein feeding the gastric varices, and glue embolization was performed directly through the access needle with excellent results.

Diseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system
DOAJ Open Access 2024
A randomized double-blind trial of intranasal dexmedetomidine versus intranasal esketamine for procedural sedation and analgesia in young children

Anna Nikula, Stefan Lundeberg, Malin Ryd Rinder et al.

Abstract Background Procedural sedation and analgesia are commonly used in the Emergency Departments. Despite this common need, there is still a lack of options for adequate and safe analgesia and sedation in children. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether intranasal dexmedetomidine could provide more effective analgesia and sedation during a procedure than intranasal esketamine. Methods This was a double-blind equally randomized (1:1) superiority trial of 30 children aged 1–3 years presenting to the Emergency Department with a laceration or a burn and requiring procedural sedation and analgesia. Patients were randomized to receive 2.0 mcg/kg intranasal dexmedetomidine or 1.0 mg/kg intranasal esketamine. The primary outcome measure was highest pain (assessed using Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability scale (FLACC)) during the procedure. Secondary outcomes were sedation depth, parents’ satisfaction, and physician’s assessment. Comparisons were done using Mann–Whitney U test (continuous variables) and Fisher’s test (categorical variables). Results Adequate analgesia and sedation were reached in 28/30 patients. The estimated sample size was not reached due to changes in treatment of minor injuries and logistical reasons. The median (IQR) of highest FLACC was 1 (0–3) with intranasal dexmedetomidine and 5 (2–6.75) with intranasal esketamine, (p-value 0.09). 85.7% of the parents with children treated with intranasal dexmedetomidine were “very satisfied” with the procedure and sedation compared to the 46.2% of those with intranasal esketamine, (p-value 0.1). No severe adverse events were reported during this trial. Conclusions This study was underpowered and did not show any difference between intranasal dexmedetomidine and intranasal esketamine for procedural sedation and analgesia in young children. However, the results support that intranasal dexmedetomidine could provide effective analgesia and sedation during procedures in young children aged 1–3 years with minor injuries. Trial registration: Eudra-CT 2017-00057-40, April 20, 2017. https://eudract.ema.europa.eu/

Medical emergencies. Critical care. Intensive care. First aid
DOAJ Open Access 2024
Downbeat nystagmus: a clinical and pathophysiological review

Vincenzo Marcelli, Vincenzo Marcelli, Beatrice Giannoni et al.

Downbeat nystagmus (DBN) is a neuro-otological finding frequently encountered by clinicians dealing with patients with vertigo. Since DBN is a finding that should be understood because of central vestibular dysfunction, it is necessary to know how to frame it promptly to suggest the correct diagnostic-therapeutic pathway to the patient. As knowledge of its pathophysiology has progressed, the importance of this clinical sign has been increasingly understood. At the same time, clinical diagnostic knowledge has increased, and it has been recognized that this sign may occur sporadically or in association with others within defined clinical syndromes. Thus, in many cases, different therapeutic solutions have become possible. In our work, we have attempted to systematize current knowledge about the origin of this finding, the clinical presentation and current treatment options, to provide an overview that can be used at different levels, from the general practitioner to the specialist neurologist or neurotologist.

Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
DOAJ Open Access 2023
The miRNA neuroinflammatory biomarkers in COVID-19 patients with different severity of illness

R. Keikha, S.M. Hashemi-Shahri, A. Jebali

Introduction: The expression of specific miRNAs and their mRNA targets are changed in infectious disease. The aim of this study was to analyze the expression of pro-neuroinflammatory miRNAs, anti-neuroinflammatory miRNAs, and their mRNA targets in the serum of COVID-19 patients with different grades. Methods: COVID-19 patients with different grades were enrolled in this study and the expression of pro-neuroinflammatory miRNAs, anti-neuroinflammatory miRNAs, and their target mRNAs was analyzed by q-PCR. Results: The relative expression of anti- neuroinflammatory miRNAs (mir-21, mir-124, and mir-146a) was decreased and the relative expression of their target mRNAs (IL-12p53, Stat3, and TRAF6) was increased. Also, the relative expression of pro-neuroinflammatory miRNAs (mir-326, mir-155, and mir-27b) was increased and the relative expression of their target mRNA (PPARS, SOCS1, and CEBPA) was decreased in COVID-19 patients with increase of disease grade. A negative significant correlation was seen between mir-21 and IL-12p53 mRNA, mir-124 and Stat3 mRNA, mir-146a and TRAF6 mRNA, mir-27b and PPARS mRNA, mir-155 and SOCS1 mRNA, and between mir-326 and CEBPA mRNA in COVID-19 patients (P < 0.05). Conclusions: This study showed that the relative expression of anti- neuroinflammatory miRNAs was decreased and the relative expression of their targeted mRNAs was increased in COVID-19 patients from asymptomatic to critical illness. Also, this study showed that the relative expression of pro-neuroinflammatory miRNAs was increased and the relative expression of their targeted mRNA was decreased in COVID-19 patients from asymptomatic to critical illness. Resumen: Introducción: La expresión de miARN específicos y sus dianas de ARNm se modifican en las enfermedades infecciosas. El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar la expresión de miARN pro-neuroinflamatorios, miARN anti-neuroinflamatorios y sus ARNm dianas en el suero de pacientes con COVID-19 de diferentes grados. Métodos: Se incluyeron en este estudio pacientes con COVID-19 de diferentes grados y se analizó la expresión de miARN pro-neuroinflamatorios, miARN anti-neuroinflamatorios y sus ARNm diana mediante q-PCR. Resultados: La expresión relativa de miARN anti-neuroinflamatorios (mir-21, mir-124 y mir-146a) disminuyó y la expresión relativa de sus ARNm diana (IL-12p53, Stat3 y TRAF6) aumentó. Además, la expresión relativa de miARN pro-neuroinflamatorios (mir-326, mir-155 y mir-27b) aumentó y la expresión relativa de su ARNm diana (PPARS, SOCS1 y CEBPA) disminuyó en pacientes con COVID-19 con aumento del grado de enfermedad. Se observó una correlación negativa significativa entre ARNm de mir-21 e IL-12p53, ARNm de mir-124 y Stat3, ARNm de mir-146a y TRAF6, ARNm de mir-27b y PPARS, ARNm de mir-155 y SOCS1, y entre mir-326 y ARNm de CEBPA en pacientes con COVID-19 (p < 0,05). Conclusiones: Este estudio mostró que la expresión relativa de miARN anti-neuroinflamatorios disminuyó y la expresión relativa de sus ARNm diana se incrementó en pacientes con COVID-19 de enfermedad asintomática a crítica. Además, este estudio mostró que la expresión relativa de miARN pro-neuroinflamatorios aumentó y la expresión relativa de su ARNm diana disminuyó en pacientes con COVID-19 de enfermedad asintomática a crítica.

Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
DOAJ Open Access 2022
Lower extremity amputation protocol: a pilot enhanced recovery pathway for vascular amputees

Leigh Ann O’Banion, MD, FACS, Yazen Qumsiyeh, MD, Heather Matheny, MD et al.

Vascular patients, an inherently older, frail population, account for >80% of major lower extremity amputations (transtibial or transfemoral) in the United States. Retrospective data have shown that early physical therapy and discharge to an acute rehabilitation facility decreases the postoperative length of stay (LOS) and expedites ambulation. In the present study, we sought to determine whether patients treated with the lower extremity amputation protocol (LEAP) will have improved outcomes. We performed a nonrandomized prospective study of vascular patients undergoing an amputation from January 2019 to February 2020. Patients who were nonambulatory or had undergone a previous contralateral major amputation were excluded. LEAP is a multidisciplinary team approach to the perioperative care of amputees using an outlined protocol. The prospective patients were compared with historic controls treated before the initiation of LEAP (January 2016 to December 2018). The primary outcomes included the postoperative LOS, time to receipt of a prosthesis, and time to ambulation. Of the 141 included patients, 130 were in the retrospective group and 11 in the LEAP group. The demographics and comorbidities were similar. All 11 LEAP patients had undergone a below-the-knee amputation, with 1 requiring revision to an above-the-knee amputation. Of the 130 retrospective patients, 122 (94%) had undergone a below-the-knee amputation, with 1 requiring revision to an above-the-knee amputation. The LEAP patients were more likely to be discharged to acute rehabilitation (100% vs 27%; P < .001), receive a prosthesis (100% vs 45%; P < .001), and ambulate with the prosthesis (100% vs 43%; P < .001). The LEAP patients had received physical therapy 2 days sooner than had the retrospective controls (P = .006) with a shorter postoperative LOS (3 days vs 6 days; P < .001). Of the patients who had received their prosthesis, the LEAP patients had received their prosthesis, on average, 2 months sooner than had the retrospective cohort (81 ± 39 days vs 137 ± 97 days, respectively; P = .002) and had ambulated with their prosthesis sooner (86 ± 53 days vs 146 ± 104 days, respectively; P = .002). No differences were found in the incidence of surgical site complications or unplanned readmissions between the two groups. The results from the present pilot study have demonstrated that the use of LEAP can significantly decrease postoperative LOS and expedite the time to independent ambulation with a prosthesis for vascular patients undergoing a major lower extremity amputation. These findings suggest a powerful ability to bridge the healthcare gap for this high-risk, underserved, and ethnically diverse population using a disease-specific standardized protocol.

Surgery, Diseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system
DOAJ Open Access 2022
Evaluation of nutrients in bread: a systematic review

Zahra Aghalari, Hans-Uwe Dahms, Mika Sillanpää

Abstract Background A balanced and optimized amount of nutrients in bread, which is the main food in many countries, is necessary to maintain human health. Considering the importance of nutritional values of bread in the food basket of Iranian households, the purpose of this study was to determine the nutrients and their concentrations in breads consumed in Iran. Methods This systematic review study was performed to determine the types of nutrients in breads consumed in Iran by searching reputable international databases including Scopus and Google scholar, PubMed, Science direct, ISI (Web of Science). Data were collected according to inclusion and exclusion criteria and by searching for relevant keywords, emphasizing the types of nutrients in breads consumed in Iran. Qualitative data were collected using the standard PRISMA checklist (preferential reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analysis). After verifying the quality of the articles, the information was entered into a checklist such as the name of the first author and year of publication of the research, type of study, number of samples, type of nutrition, type of bread and amount of nutrition measured. Results After reviewing the information and quality of articles, 10 articles were qualified for systematic review. The review of the articles showed that different breads were experimented, including: Sangak, Barbari, Taftoon, Lavash, French and local bread. The highest number of experimented bread samples was Sangak. Examination of the articles showed that 6 nutrients were experimented in different breads such as Fe, K, Mg, Ca, Cu and Zn. The highest number of experimented in breads was related to the amount of Zn (13 times) and Cu (10 times), respectively. The results of quality assessment of articles showed that most of the studies were of good quality. The results of articles on the amount of nutrients measured in different breads showed that only in two articles the amount of nutrients was reported to be desirable. In most articles, the amount of nutrients in breads was reported to be lower or higher than standard. Conclusion The results of this study showed that the concentration of nutrients in most articles was undesirable. It is suggested that optimal methods of enrichment of breads and flours be done with interdisciplinary cooperation between food hygiene, environmental health, nutrition, farmers and bakers. It is recommended that food hygiene and environmental health researchers investigate other nutrients (including phosphorus, selenium, manganese, boron and molybdenum) in breads and other staple foods used by people to constructive and practical measures to increase public health.

Nutritional diseases. Deficiency diseases, Public aspects of medicine
S2 Open Access 2020
COVID-19 and Rhabdomyolysis

Nicholas Chedid, Swalpa Udit, Z. Solhjou et al.

Internal Medicine Residency Program, Brigham andWomen’s Hospital and Harvard Medical SchoolBoston, MA, USA; Department of Medicine, BrighamandWomen’s Hospital and HarvardMedical SchoolBoston,MA, USA; Division of Infectious Diseases, BrighamandWomen’s Hospital and Harvard Medical SchoolBoston, MA, USA; Renal Division, Brigham andWomen’s Hospital and Harvard Medical SchoolBoston, MA, USA; Hospital Medicine Unit and the Division of General Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School Boston, MA, USA.

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DOAJ Open Access 2021
Metacognitive therapy versus cognitive–behavioral therapy in adults with generalized anxiety disorder: A 9‐year follow‐up study

Stian Solem, Adrian Wells, Leif Edward Ottesen Kennair et al.

Abstract Objective Metacognitive therapy (MCT) and cognitive–behavior therapy (CBT) are effective treatments for generalized anxiety disorder. In this study, we followed‐up patients who had previously participated in a randomized controlled trial of MCT compared against CBT. Method We collected 9‐year follow‐up data on 39 out of 60 original patients (i.e., 65% response rate). Results At 9 years, the recovery rates were 57% for MCT and 38% for CBT (completer analysis). Following MCT, 43% maintained their recovery status and a further 14% achieved recovery. Following CBT, the sustained recovery rate was 13%, while a further 25% achieved recovery. Patients in the MCT condition showed significantly more improvement with respect to symptoms of worry and anxiety. In the CBT group, 23.1% were re‐diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) compared with 9.5% in the MCT group. Conclusions This follow‐up study showed a continuation of gains in both treatments at long‐term follow‐up, but with outcomes continuing to favor MCT and strengthening its comparative superiority.

Neurosciences. Biological psychiatry. Neuropsychiatry
DOAJ Open Access 2021
A Case of Anterior Choroidal Artery Occlusion and Stroke Secondary to External Compression

Satya Narayana Patro, Khawaja Hassan Haroon, Khansabegum Tamboli et al.

The anterior choroidal artery (AChA) is a small artery commonly arising from the supraclinoid segment of the internal carotid artery (ICA). The significance of the AChA is related to its strategic supply to various important structures of the brain, such as the optic tract, the posterior limb of the internal capsule, the cerebral peduncle, the lateral geniculate body, medial temporal lobe, medial area of pallidum, and the choroid plexus [J Neurol. 1988;235:387–91]. The AChA syndrome in its complete form consists of the triad of hemiplegia, hemisensory loss, and hemianopia. However, incomplete forms are more frequent in clinical practice [Stroke. 1994;25:837–42]. Isolated infarction in the AChA territory is relatively rare. The presumed pathogenic mechanisms of AChA infarction are cardiac emboli, large-vessel atherosclerosis, dissection of the ICA, small-vessel occlusion, or other determined or undetermined causes [Stroke. 1994;25:837–42 and J Neurol Sci. 2009;281:80–4].

Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
DOAJ Open Access 2021
Aberrant expression of HDL-bound microRNA induced by a high-fat diet in a pig model: implications in the pathogenesis of dyslipidaemia

Guoyuan Sui, Lianqun Jia, Nan Song et al.

Abstract Background A high-fat diet can affect lipid metabolism and trigger cardiovascular diseases. A growing body of studies has revealed the HDL-bound miRNA profiles in familial hypercholesterolaemia; in sharp contrast, relevant studies on high-fat diet-induced dyslipidaemia are lacking. In the current study, HDL-bound miRNAs altered by a high-fat diet were explored to offer some clues for elucidating their effects on the pathogenesis of dyslipidaemia. Methods Six pigs were randomly divided into two groups of three pigs each, namely, the high-fat diet and the balanced diet groups, which were fed a high-fat diet and balanced diet separately for six months. HDL was separated from plasma, which was followed by dissociation of the miRNA bound to HDL. miRNA sequencing of the isolated miRNA was performed to identify the differential expression profiles between the two groups, which was validated by real-time PCR. TargetScan, miRDB, and miRWalk were used for the prediction of genes targeted by the differential miRNAs. Results Compared with the balanced diet group, the high-fat diet group had significantly higher levels of TG, TC, LDL-C and HDL-C at six months. miRNA sequencing revealed 6 upregulated and 14 downregulated HDL-bound miRNAs in the high-fat diet group compared to the balanced diet group, which was validated by real-time PCR. GO enrichment analysis showed that dysregulated miRNAs in the high-fat diet group were associated with the positive regulation of lipid metabolic processes, positive regulation of lipid biosynthetic processes, and positive regulation of Ras protein signal transduction. Insulin resistance and the Ras signalling pathway were enriched in the KEGG pathway enrichment analysis. Conclusions Twenty HDL-bound miRNAs are significantly dysregulated in high-fat diet-induced dyslipidaemia. This study presents an analysis of a new set of HDL-bound miRNAs that are altered by a high-fat diet and offers some valuable clues for novel mechanistic insights into high-fat diet-induced dyslipidaemia. Further functional verification study using a larger sample size will be required.

Diseases of the circulatory (Cardiovascular) system
DOAJ Open Access 2020
Guideline on the preventive treatment of chronic migraine, chronic tension type headache, hemicrania continua and new daily persistent headache on behalf of the Colombian Association of Neurology

Joe Fernando Muñoz-Cerón, Mauricio Rueda-Sánchez, Oscar Enrique Pradilla-Vesga et al.

SUMMARY INTRODUCTION: Chronic daily headache is a high impact entity in the general population. Although chronic migraine and tension-type headache are the most frequent conditions, it is necessary to consider hemicrania continua and new daily persistent headache as part of the differential diagnoses to perform a correct therapeutic approach. OBJECTIVE: To make recommendations for the treatment of chronic daily headache of primary origin METHODOLOGY: The Colombian Association of Neurology, by consensus and Grade methodology (Grading of recommendations, assessment, development and evaluation), presents the recommendations for the preventive treatment of each of the entities of the daily chronic headache of primary origin group. RESULTS: For the treatment of chronic migraine, the Colombian Association of Neurology recommends onabotulinum toxin A, erenumab, topiramate, flunarizine, amitriptyline, and naratriptan. In chronic tension-type headache the recommended therapeutic options are amitriptyline, imipramine, venlafaxine and mirtazapine. Topiramate, melatonin, and celecoxib for the treatment of hemicrania continua. Options for new daily persistent headache include gabapentin and doxycycline. The recommendations for inpatient treatment of patients with chronic daily headache and the justifications for performing neural blockades as a therapeutic complement are also presented. CONCLUSION: The therapeutic recommendations for the treatment of chronic daily headache based on consensus methodology and Grade System are presented.

Neurology. Diseases of the nervous system
DOAJ Open Access 2019
Improved estimates for extinction probabilities and times to extinction for populations of tsetse (Glossina spp).

Damian Kajunguri, Elisha B Are, John W Hargrove

A published study used a stochastic branching process to derive equations for the mean and variance of the probability of, and time to, extinction in population of tsetse flies (Glossina spp) as a function of adult and pupal mortality, and the probabilities that a female is inseminated by a fertile male. The original derivation was partially heuristic and provided no proofs for inductive results. We provide these proofs, together with a more compact way of reaching the same results. We also show that, while the published equations hold good for the case where tsetse produce male and female offspring in equal proportion, a different solution is required for the more general case where the probability (β) that an offspring is female lies anywhere in the interval (0, 1). We confirm previous results obtained for the special case where β = 0.5 and show that extinction probability is at a minimum for β > 0.5 by an amount that increases with increasing adult female mortality. Sensitivity analysis showed that the extinction probability was affected most by changes in adult female mortality, followed by the rate of production of pupae. Because females only produce a single offspring approximately every 10 days, imposing a death rate of greater than about 3.5% per day will ensure the eradication of any tsetse population. These mortality levels can be achieved for some species using insecticide-treated targets or cattle-providing thereby a simple, effective and cost-effective method of controlling and eradicating tsetse, and also human and animal trypanosomiasis. Our results are of further interest in the modern situation where increases in temperature are seeing the real possibility that tsetse will go extinct in some areas, without the need for intervention, but have an increased chance of surviving in other areas where they were previously unsustainable due to low temperatures.

Arctic medicine. Tropical medicine, Public aspects of medicine

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