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  1. Article: Endovascular management of HIV vasculopathy.

    Newcomer, Jack B / Chishti, Emad A / Raissi, Driss

    Journal of clinical imaging science

    2022  Volume 12, Page(s) 9

    Abstract: HIV is a multisystem disease process that can affect the cardiovascular system resulting in vasculopathy. As highly active anti-retroviral therapy has allowed patients to live longer with the disease, vascular complications such as aneurysms, occlusive ... ...

    Abstract HIV is a multisystem disease process that can affect the cardiovascular system resulting in vasculopathy. As highly active anti-retroviral therapy has allowed patients to live longer with the disease, vascular complications such as aneurysms, occlusive disease, spontaneous arteriovenous fistulae, and arterial dissections have been described. The pathogenesis of vascular-related complications in HIV is poorly understood but is thought to involve an interplay between viral-induced inflammation, vascular smooth muscle changes, endothelial alterations, and circulating blood factors. The most well-described management strategies for symptomatic aneurysm-related complications are surgical in nature, with mostly anecdotal reports of endovascular intervention. We present a case of a 24-year-old male who was found to have findings consistent with HIV vasculopathy on angiography after presenting with acute GI hemorrhage secondary to left gastric artery bleeding. Our patient was managed with endovascular embolization. Although studies have shown promise regarding the endovascular management of HIV-related aneurysmal complications in the short term, more research is needed to evaluate the long-term success of these interventions.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-02-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2601233-9
    ISSN 2156-5597 ; 2156-7514
    ISSN (online) 2156-5597
    ISSN 2156-7514
    DOI 10.25259/JCIS_226_2021
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  2. Article: Combined transhepatic and transjugular approach for mechanical thrombectomy of massive TIPS thrombosis.

    Newcomer, Jack B / Chishti, Emad A / Raissi, Driss

    Radiology case reports

    2022  Volume 17, Issue 5, Page(s) 1464–1469

    Abstract: Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is a well-validated decompressive therapy option to manage ascites and variceal bleeding secondary to portal hypertension. Complications following TIPS procedures include hepatic encephalopathy, liver ... ...

    Abstract Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS) is a well-validated decompressive therapy option to manage ascites and variceal bleeding secondary to portal hypertension. Complications following TIPS procedures include hepatic encephalopathy, liver failure, and TIPS dysfunction. TIPS dysfunction is due to occlusion or stenosis of the TIPS shunt and can be caused by acute or chronic thrombosis. TIPS thrombosis is often treated with mechanical thrombectomy or catheter-directed thrombolytic therapy. Most cases of in-stent occlusion can be treated via a transjugular approach with recanalization or placement of additional stents. We present a case of a 72-year-old female who presented with worsening ascites 17 months after initial TIPS procedure; she was found to have a large thrombus completely occluding the TIPS stent. In our case, a combined transhepatic and transjugular approach was required for TIPS revision given the extent of well-organized clot located near the hepatic venous end of the stent, resulting from prolonged stent occlusion. This was an extremely challenging scenario with two overlapping covered stents and a bare metal stent at the hepatic venous end in the setting of chronic thrombosis and a well-organized fibrous cap. The case highlights the need for optimal initial placement of the primary TIPS shunt to avoid the need for subsequent complex interventions to maintain TIPS shunt patency.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-02
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2406300-9
    ISSN 1930-0433
    ISSN 1930-0433
    DOI 10.1016/j.radcr.2022.01.086
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  3. Article: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation to Facilitate Chemotherapy-Moving the Goalposts!

    Chishti, Emad A / Marsden, Thomas / Harris, Aaron / Hao, Zhonglin / Keshavamurthy, Suresh

    Cureus

    2022  Volume 14, Issue 9, Page(s) e29576

    Abstract: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a lifesaving intervention in critically ill patients with cardiorespiratory failure. ECMO in patients with cancer is generally contraindicated not only to conserve precious resources and properly direct use ... ...

    Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a lifesaving intervention in critically ill patients with cardiorespiratory failure. ECMO in patients with cancer is generally contraindicated not only to conserve precious resources and properly direct use but also due to a multitude of associated physiological derangements in these subsets of patients. ECMO in patients with disseminated cancer is an automatic rule-out except for anecdotal reports. Despite this, select patients with metastatic chemotherapy-sensitive cancer may benefit from ECMO as a bridge to therapy. In this report, we describe the use of veno-arterial-venous ECMO (VAV-ECMO) as a bridge to facilitate chemotherapy in a patient with cardiorespiratory failure secondary to a chemotherapy-sensitive metastatic non-seminomatous germ cell tumor.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-25
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.29576
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  4. Article ; Online: Single Center Retrospective Review of Post-laparotomy CT Abdomen and Pelvis Findings and Trends.

    Steffey, Dylan C / Chishti, Emad A / Acevedo, Maximo J / Acosta, Luis F / Lee, James T

    Frontiers in radiology

    2022  Volume 2, Page(s) 850911

    Abstract: Purpose: To identify common findings visualized on CT following damage control laparotomy, including post-surgical changes and additional injuries, and to determine change in frequency of post-laparotomy CT at our institution over time.: Methods: ... ...

    Abstract Purpose: To identify common findings visualized on CT following damage control laparotomy, including post-surgical changes and additional injuries, and to determine change in frequency of post-laparotomy CT at our institution over time.
    Methods: Single institution, IRB-Exempt, retrospective review of the University of Kentucky trauma registry from 1/2006 to 2/2019 for all trauma patients undergoing exploratory laparotomy initially and subsequently undergoing CT of the abdomen and pelvis within 24 hours. Operative findings from surgical operation notes and findings reported on post-laparotomy CT were recorded, including vascular and solid organ injuries, operative changes, free intraperitoneal fluid/air, and retroperitoneal findings. Next steps in management were also recorded.
    Results: In total 1,047 patients underwent exploratory laparotomy initially at our institution between 1/2006-2/2019. Of those, only 96 had a diagnostic CT of the abdomen and pelvis within 24 h after initial surgery, first occurring in 2010. Among these 96, there were 71 blunt and 25 penetrating injuries. Most common injuries recognized during exploratory laparotomy were bowel/mesentery (55), spleen (34), and liver (26). Regarding CT findings, all patients (96/96, 100%) had residual pneumoperitoneum, 84/96 (87.5%) had residual hemoperitoneum, 36/96 (37.5%) noted post-surgical changes or additional injuries to the spleen, 36/96 (37.5%) to the bowel/mesentery, and 32/96 (33.3%) to the liver, and 34/96 (35.4%) were noted to have pelvic fractures. After CT, 31/96 (32.3%) went back to the OR for relook laparotomy and additional surgical intervention and 7/96 (7.3%) went to IR for embolization. Most common procedures during relaparotomy involved the bowel (8) and solid organs (6).
    Conclusions: CT examination within 24 h post damage control laparotomy was exceedingly rare at our institution prior to 2012 but has steadily increased. Frequency now averages 20.5% yearly. Damage control laparotomy is an uncommon clinical scenario; however, knowledge of frequent injuries and common post-operative changes will aid in radiologist detection of additional injuries helping shape next step management and provide adequate therapy.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-03-04
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2673-8740
    ISSN (online) 2673-8740
    DOI 10.3389/fradi.2022.850911
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  5. Article: Severe acute kidney injury caused by decompression sickness syndrome.

    Chishti, Emad A / Edgington, Trevor L / Chishti, Asir A / Ortiz-Soriano, Victor / Neyra, Javier A

    Clinical nephrology

    2022  Volume 97, Issue 5, Page(s) 298–304

    Abstract: Decompression sickness (DCS) occurs when divers are exposed to reduced barometric pressure during their ascent from depth. We report a case of DCS causing severe acute kidney injury (AKI) after an uneventful dive in which all decompression stops were ... ...

    Abstract Decompression sickness (DCS) occurs when divers are exposed to reduced barometric pressure during their ascent from depth. We report a case of DCS causing severe acute kidney injury (AKI) after an uneventful dive in which all decompression stops were made as instructed by a dive computer. A 26-year-old man presented with abdominal and bilateral flank pain ~ 24 hours after scuba diving to a depth of 23 m. Vitals and physical exam were unremarkable. Lab results revealed elevated serum creatinine at 2.3 mg/dL from a normal baseline and elevated blood urea nitrogen at 23 mg/dL. The patient was non-oliguric. Other biochemical parameters were unremarkable. Dipstick urinalysis showed presence of blood and 100 mg/dL proteinuria. Urine microscopy revealed hyaline casts and red blood cells ~ 16 - 30/HPF but no acanthocytes. Urine protein-to-creatinine ratio was 340 mg/g. Renal ultrasound showed normal sized kidneys with increased cortical echogenicity, and computed tomography of the abdomen/pelvis showed bilateral striated nephrogram with delayed excretion, both radiographic signs of acute tubular necrosis. The patient received isotonic IV fluids and 5 sessions of hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Symptomatic improvement was observed by day 3 of hospitalization with full recovery of kidney function after discharge. Due to a wide range of associated symptomology, a thorough and prompt evaluation is warranted in suspected cases of DCS, particularly if presentation is more than 24 hours following ascent.
    MeSH term(s) Acute Kidney Injury/diagnosis ; Acute Kidney Injury/etiology ; Acute Kidney Injury/therapy ; Adult ; Decompression Sickness/complications ; Decompression Sickness/diagnosis ; Diving ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Microscopy ; Syndrome ; Urinalysis
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-01-07
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 185101-9
    ISSN 0301-0430
    ISSN 0301-0430
    DOI 10.5414/CN110662
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  6. Article ; Online: The inside-out technique is safe and effective for thoracic central venous obstruction.

    Aru, Roberto G / Chishti, Emad A / Alagusundaramoorthy, Sayee S / Gurley, John C / Endean, Eric D

    Journal of vascular surgery. Venous and lymphatic disorders

    2022  Volume 10, Issue 5, Page(s) 1113–1118

    Abstract: Background: Thoracic central venous obstruction (TCVO) presents a challenging scenario for patients requiring central venous access. The inside-out technique for crossing occluded veins has been described; however, to date, case series have reported on ... ...

    Abstract Background: Thoracic central venous obstruction (TCVO) presents a challenging scenario for patients requiring central venous access. The inside-out technique for crossing occluded veins has been described; however, to date, case series have reported on a limited number of patients. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the indications for, efficacy of, and outcomes with the inside-out technique at a single tertiary academic center, with close attention to the severity of TCVO using the Society of Interventional Radiology (SIR) TCVO classification.
    Methods: Patients who had undergone central venous access using the inside-out technique were identified from August 2007 to May 2021. The patient demographics, procedure indication, procedural details, SIR TCVO classification, outcomes, and procedure-related complications were recorded. Statistical analysis was performed using analysis of variance.
    Results: A total of 221 patients (109 men [49.3%] and 112 women [50.6%]) had undergone 338 inside-out procedures. Of the 221 patients, 49 had undergone the procedure multiple times (25 two times, 11 three times, 13 more than three times). The average patient age was 54.7 ± 14.8 years. The indications (n = 362) for the procedure included dialysis access (n = 230; 63.5%), infusion of parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, or other medication (n = 81; 22.3%), cardiac access (n = 39; 10.8%), and other (n = 12; 3.3%); more than one indication for 20 procedures. Type 1 SIR TCVO was found during 147 procedures (43.5%), followed by type 4 for 142 (42.0%), type 2 for 36 (10.7%), type 3 for 6 (1.8%), and unable to determine for 7 (2.0%). The access site was the right femoral vein for 322 procedures (95.3%), left femoral vein for 14 (4.1%), and transhepatically for 2 (0.6%). The exit site location was the right supraclavicular region for 274 (81.3%), right subclavicular for 52 (15.4%), left supraclavicular for 3 (0.9%), left subclavicular for 6 (1.8%), and not defined for 2 (0.6%). Types 3 and 4 were associated with longer fluoroscopy times and more contrast compared with types 1 and 2. The median follow-up and device duration was 56.0 days and 76.5 days, respectively. No differences were found in device duration between the SIR TCVO types. Removal of a catheter was documented for 166 patients. The indications for removal included infectious causes (non-catheter-related bacteremia, catheter-related infection or bacteremia) for 70 (42.1%), catheter malfunction for 34 (20.5%), new hemodialysis access for 19 (11.5%), no longer needed for 19 (11.5%), patient removal of the catheter by 13 (7.8%), and replacement of a temporary catheter with a tunneled device for 11 (6.6%). No procedural complications were associated with the inside-out technique or catheter removal.
    Conclusions: For a variety of indications, we have shown that the inside-out technique is safe and effective for establishing central venous access in patients with TCVO and can be performed repeatedly. More complex obstructive patterns were associated with longer fluoroscopy times and greater contrast administration. Durability was primarily limited by infectious complications.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; Bacteremia ; Catheter-Related Infections ; Catheterization, Central Venous ; Catheters, Indwelling ; Female ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Retrospective Studies ; Veins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-05-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article
    ISSN 2213-3348
    ISSN (online) 2213-3348
    DOI 10.1016/j.jvsv.2022.03.012
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  7. Article ; Online: Multimodal imaging and genetic findings in a case of ARSG-related atypical Usher syndrome.

    Fowler, Nicholas H / El-Rashedy, May I / Chishti, Emad A / Vander Kooi, Craig W / Maldonado, Ramiro S

    Ophthalmic genetics

    2021  Volume 42, Issue 3, Page(s) 338–343

    Abstract: ... ...

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    MeSH term(s) Arylsulfatases/genetics ; Fluorescein Angiography ; Genetic Testing ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Multimodal Imaging ; Optical Imaging ; Phenotype ; Tomography, Optical Coherence ; Usher Syndromes/diagnostic imaging ; Usher Syndromes/genetics ; Visual Acuity ; Visual Field Tests
    Chemical Substances ARSG protein, human (EC 3.1.6.-) ; Arylsulfatases (EC 3.1.6.1)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-02-25
    Publishing country England
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
    ZDB-ID 1199279-7
    ISSN 1744-5094 ; 0167-6784 ; 1381-6810
    ISSN (online) 1744-5094
    ISSN 0167-6784 ; 1381-6810
    DOI 10.1080/13816810.2021.1891552
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  8. Article ; Online: Q134R: Small chemical compound with NFAT inhibitory properties improves behavioral performance and synapse function in mouse models of amyloid pathology.

    Sompol, Pradoldej / Gollihue, Jenna L / Kraner, Susan D / Artiushin, Irina A / Cloyd, Ryan A / Chishti, Emad A / Koren, Shon A / Nation, Grant K / Abisambra, Jose F / Huzian, Orsolya / Nagy, Lajos I / Santha, Miklos / Hackler, Laszlo / Puskas, Laszlo G / Norris, Christopher M

    Aging cell

    2021  Volume 20, Issue 7, Page(s) e13416

    Abstract: Inhibition of the protein phosphatase calcineurin (CN) ameliorates pathophysiologic and cognitive changes in aging rodents and mice with aging-related Alzheimer's disease (AD)-like pathology. However, concerns over adverse effects have slowed the ... ...

    Abstract Inhibition of the protein phosphatase calcineurin (CN) ameliorates pathophysiologic and cognitive changes in aging rodents and mice with aging-related Alzheimer's disease (AD)-like pathology. However, concerns over adverse effects have slowed the transition of common CN-inhibiting drugs to the clinic for the treatment of AD and AD-related disorders. Targeting substrates of CN, like the nuclear factor of activated T cells (NFATs), has been suggested as an alternative, safer approach to CN inhibitors. However, small chemical inhibitors of NFATs have only rarely been described. Here, we investigate a newly developed neuroprotective hydroxyquinoline derivative (Q134R) that suppresses NFAT signaling, without inhibiting CN activity. Q134R partially inhibited NFAT activity in primary rat astrocytes, but did not prevent CN-mediated dephosphorylation of a non-NFAT target, either in vivo, or in vitro. Acute (≤1 week) oral delivery of Q134R to APP/PS1 (12 months old) or wild-type mice (3-4 months old) infused with oligomeric Aβ peptides led to improved Y maze performance. Chronic (≥3 months) oral delivery of Q134R appeared to be safe, and, in fact, promoted survival in wild-type (WT) mice when given for many months beyond middle age. Finally, chronic delivery of Q134R to APP/PS1 mice during the early stages of amyloid pathology (i.e., between 6 and 9 months) tended to reduce signs of glial reactivity, prevented the upregulation of astrocytic NFAT4, and ameliorated deficits in synaptic strength and plasticity, without noticeably altering parenchymal Aβ plaque pathology. The results suggest that Q134R is a promising drug for treating AD and aging-related disorders.
    MeSH term(s) Alzheimer Disease/genetics ; Animals ; Disease Models, Animal ; Mice ; NFATC Transcription Factors/antagonists & inhibitors ; Plaque, Amyloid/physiopathology
    Chemical Substances NFATC Transcription Factors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-06-12
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2113083-8
    ISSN 1474-9726 ; 1474-9718
    ISSN (online) 1474-9726
    ISSN 1474-9718
    DOI 10.1111/acel.13416
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  9. Article ; Online: Tau drives translational selectivity by interacting with ribosomal proteins.

    Koren, Shon A / Hamm, Matthew J / Meier, Shelby E / Weiss, Blaine E / Nation, Grant K / Chishti, Emad A / Arango, Juan Pablo / Chen, Jing / Zhu, Haining / Blalock, Eric M / Abisambra, Jose F

    Acta neuropathologica

    2019  Volume 137, Issue 4, Page(s) 571–583

    Abstract: There is a fundamental gap in understanding the consequences of tau-ribosome interactions. Tau oligomers and filaments hinder protein synthesis in vitro, and they associate strongly with ribosomes in vivo. Here, we investigated the consequences of tau ... ...

    Abstract There is a fundamental gap in understanding the consequences of tau-ribosome interactions. Tau oligomers and filaments hinder protein synthesis in vitro, and they associate strongly with ribosomes in vivo. Here, we investigated the consequences of tau interactions with ribosomes in transgenic mice, in cells, and in human brain tissues to identify tau as a direct modulator of ribosomal selectivity. First, we performed microarrays and nascent proteomics to measure changes in protein synthesis. Using regulatable rTg4510 tau transgenic mice, we determined that tau expression differentially shifts both the transcriptome and the nascent proteome, and that the synthesis of ribosomal proteins is reversibly dependent on tau levels. We further extended these results to human brains and found that tau pathologically interacts with ribosomal protein S6 (rpS6 or S6), a crucial regulator of translation. Consequently, protein synthesis under translational control of rpS6 was reduced under tauopathic conditions in Alzheimer's disease brains. Our data establish tau as a driver of RNA translation selectivity. Moreover, since regulation of protein synthesis is critical for learning and memory, aberrant tau-ribosome interactions in disease could explain the linkage between tauopathies and cognitive impairment.
    MeSH term(s) Alzheimer Disease/genetics ; Alzheimer Disease/metabolism ; Alzheimer Disease/pathology ; Animals ; Brain/metabolism ; Brain/pathology ; Humans ; Mice ; Mice, Transgenic ; Protein Biosynthesis/physiology ; Ribosomal Proteins/genetics ; Ribosomal Proteins/metabolism ; Ribosomes/metabolism ; Tauopathies/genetics ; Tauopathies/metabolism ; Tauopathies/pathology ; Transcriptome ; tau Proteins/genetics ; tau Proteins/metabolism
    Chemical Substances Ribosomal Proteins ; tau Proteins
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-02-13
    Publishing country Germany
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't ; Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
    ZDB-ID 1079-0
    ISSN 1432-0533 ; 0001-6322
    ISSN (online) 1432-0533
    ISSN 0001-6322
    DOI 10.1007/s00401-019-01970-9
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