Dohn

A management algorithm based on the results of the literature review is proposed. Conclusions Treatment options for OCN neurovascular conflicts and their results are heterogeneous. Based on the literature review, the pharmacological treatment seems to be the most appropriate first-line approach, reserving surgery for refractory cases. Collecting…[Read more]

Results The total number of lumbar discs with decreased SI increased from 23/130 (18%) to 92/130 (71%) – from 0.9 to 3.5 per subject during the follow-up. Distribution of DD changed from being mostly in L4 – L5 and L5 – S1 discs to being almost even between the four lowermost discs. Discs that had even slightly decreased SI at baseline were more…[Read more]

Objectives To establish a nomogram for contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI) risk assessment among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) undergoing coronary angiography (CAG) or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Design Prospective observational cohort study. Setting Southern China. Interventions None. Participants 643…[Read more]