LIVIVO - The Search Portal for Life Sciences

zur deutschen Oberfläche wechseln
Advanced search

Search results

Result 1 - 10 of total 137

Search options

  1. Article ; Online: Reverse shock index multiplied by simplified motor score as a predictor of clinical outcomes for patients with COVID-19.

    Wu, Meng-Yu / Hou, Yueh-Tseng / Chung, Jui-Yuan / Yiang, Giou-Teng

    BMC emergency medicine

    2024  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 26

    Abstract: Background: The reverse shock index (rSI) combined with the Simplified Motor Score (sMS), that is, the rSI-sMS, is a novel and efficient prehospital triage scoring system for patients with COVID-19. In this study, we evaluated the predictive accuracy of ...

    Abstract Background: The reverse shock index (rSI) combined with the Simplified Motor Score (sMS), that is, the rSI-sMS, is a novel and efficient prehospital triage scoring system for patients with COVID-19. In this study, we evaluated the predictive accuracy of the rSI-sMS for general ward and intensive care unit (ICU) admission among patients with COVID-19 and compared it with that of other measures, including the shock index (SI), modified SI (mSI), rSI combined with the Glasgow Coma Scale (rSI-GCS), and rSI combined with the GCS motor subscale (rSI-GCSM).
    Methods: All patients who visited the emergency department of Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital between January 2021 and June 2022 were included in this retrospective cohort. A diagnosis of COVID-19 was confirmed through a SARS-CoV-2 reverse-transcription polymerase chain reaction test or SARS-CoV-2 rapid test with oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal swabs and was double confirmed by checking International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification codes in electronic medical records. In-hospital mortality was regarded as the primary outcome, and sepsis, general ward or ICU admission, endotracheal intubation, and total hospital length of stay (LOS) were regarded as secondary outcomes. Multivariate logistic regression was used to determine the relationship between the scoring systems and the three major outcomes of patients with COVID-19, including. The discriminant ability of the predictive scoring systems was investigated using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve, and the most favorable cutoff value of the rSI-sMS for each major outcome was determined using Youden's index.
    Results: After 74,183 patients younger than 20 years (n = 11,572) and without COVID-19 (n = 62,611) were excluded, 9,282 patients with COVID-19 (median age: 45 years, interquartile range: 33-60 years, 46.1% men) were identified as eligible for inclusion in the study. The rate of in-hospital mortality was determined to be 0.75%. The rSI-sMS scores were significantly lower in the patient groups with sepsis, hyperlactatemia, admission to a general ward, admission to the ICU, total length of stay ≥ 14 days, and mortality. Compared with the SI, mSI, and rSI-GCSM, the rSI-sMS exhibited a significantly higher accuracy for predicting general ward admission, ICU admission, and mortality but a similar accuracy to that of the rSI-GCS. The optimal cutoff values of the rSI-sMS for predicting general ward admission, ICU admission, and mortality were calculated to be 3.17, 3.45, and 3.15, respectively, with a predictive accuracy of 86.83%, 81.94%%, and 90.96%, respectively.
    Conclusions: Compared with the SI, mSI, and rSI-GCSM, the rSI-sMS has a higher predictive accuracy for general ward admission, ICU admission, and mortality among patients with COVID-19.
    MeSH term(s) Male ; Humans ; Middle Aged ; Female ; Retrospective Studies ; COVID-19/diagnosis ; SARS-CoV-2 ; Emergency Service, Hospital ; Sepsis ; Intensive Care Units
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-14
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2050431-7
    ISSN 1471-227X ; 1471-227X
    ISSN (online) 1471-227X
    ISSN 1471-227X
    DOI 10.1186/s12873-024-00948-5
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  2. Article ; Online: Acute type a aortic intramural hematoma complicated with preoperative hemopericardium: early and late surgical outcome analyses.

    Lin, Chun-Yu / Kao, Ming-Chang / Lee, Hsin-Fu / Wu, Meng-Yu / Tseng, Chi-Nan

    Journal of cardiothoracic surgery

    2024  Volume 19, Issue 1, Page(s) 123

    Abstract: Background: Acute type A aortic intramural hematoma (ATAIMH) is a variant of acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD), exhibiting an increased risk of hemopericardium and cardiac tamponade. It can be life-threatening without emergency treatment. However, ... ...

    Abstract Background: Acute type A aortic intramural hematoma (ATAIMH) is a variant of acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD), exhibiting an increased risk of hemopericardium and cardiac tamponade. It can be life-threatening without emergency treatment. However, comprehensive studies of the clinical features and surgical outcomes of preoperative hemopericardium in patients with ATAIMH remain scarce. This retrospective study aims to investigate the clinical features and early and late outcomes of patients who underwent aortic repair surgery for ATAIMH complicated with preoperative hemopericardium.
    Methods: We investigated 132 consecutive patients who underwent emergency ATAIMH repair at this institution between February 2007 and August 2020. These patients were dichotomized into the hemopericardium (n = 58; 43.9%) and non-hemopericardium groups (n = 74; 56.1%). We compared the clinical demographics, surgical information, postoperative complications, 5-year cumulative survival rates, and freedom from reoperation rates. Furthermore, multivariable logistic regression analysis was utilized to identify independent risk factors for patients who underwent re-exploration for bleeding.
    Results: In the hemopericardium group, 36.2% of patients presented with cardiac tamponade before surgery. Moreover, the hemopericardium group showed higher rates of preoperative shock and endotracheal intubation and was associated with an elevated incidence of intractable perioperative bleeding, necessitating delayed sternal closure for hemostasis. The hemopericardium group exhibited higher blood transfusion volumes and rates of re-exploration for bleeding following surgery. However, the 5-year survival (59.5% vs. 75.0%; P = 0.077) and freedom from reoperation rates (93.3% vs. 85.5%; P = 0.416) were comparable between both groups. Multivariable analysis revealed that hemopericardium, cardiopulmonary bypass time, and delayed sternal closure were the risk factors for bleeding re-exploration.
    Conclusions: The presence of hemopericardium in patients with ATAIMH is associated with an elevated incidence of cardiac tamponade and unstable preoperative hemodynamics, which could lead to perioperative bleeding tendencies and high complication rates. However, patients of ATAIMH complicated with hemopericardium undergoing aggressive surgical intervention exhibited long-term surgical outcomes comparable to those without hemopericardium.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Retrospective Studies ; Pericardial Effusion/surgery ; Treatment Outcome ; Cardiac Tamponade/etiology ; Cardiac Tamponade/surgery ; Aortic Intramural Hematoma ; Hematoma/complications ; Hematoma/surgery
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2227224-0
    ISSN 1749-8090 ; 1749-8090
    ISSN (online) 1749-8090
    ISSN 1749-8090
    DOI 10.1186/s13019-024-02616-y
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  3. Article ; Online: Analysis of outcomes and prognostic factor in acute type A aortic dissection complicated with preoperative shock: A single-center study.

    Lin, Chun-Yu / Kao, Ming-Chang / Lee, Hsin-Fu / Wu, Meng-Yu / Tseng, Chi-Nan

    PloS one

    2024  Volume 19, Issue 4, Page(s) e0302669

    Abstract: Background: Acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a critical cardiovascular emergency that requires prompt surgical intervention for preserving life, particularly in patients with critical preoperative status. This retrospective study aimed to ... ...

    Abstract Background: Acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a critical cardiovascular emergency that requires prompt surgical intervention for preserving life, particularly in patients with critical preoperative status. This retrospective study aimed to investigate the clinical features, early and late outcomes, and prognostic factors in patients undergoing aortic repair surgery for ATAAD complicated with preoperative shock.
    Methods: Between April 2007 and July 2020, 694 consecutive patients underwent emergency ATAAD repair at our institution, including 162 (23.3%) presenting with preoperative shock (systolic blood pressure <90 mm Hg), who were classified into the survivor (n = 125) and non-survivor (n = 37) groups according to whether they survived to hospital discharge. The clinical demographics, surgical information, and postoperative complications were compared. Five-year survival and freedom from reoperation rates of survivors were analyzed using the Kaplan-Meier actuarial method. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to identify independent risk factors for in-hospital mortality.
    Results: The in-hospital surgical mortality rate in patients with ATAAD and shock was 22.8%. The non-survivor group showed higher rates of preoperative cardiopulmonary resuscitation, acute myocardial infarction, and cerebral infarction, and was associated with longer cardiopulmonary bypass time, higher rates of total arch replacement and intraoperative extracorporeal membrane oxygenation implementation. The non-survivor group had higher blood transfusion volumes and rates of malperfusion-related complications. Multivariate analysis revealed that preoperative cardiopulmonary resuscitation, prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass time, and total arch replacement were risk factors for in-hospital mortality. For patients who survived to discharge, the 5-year cumulative survival and freedom from aortic reoperation rates were 75.6% (95% confidence interval, 67.6%-83.6%) and 82.6% (95% confidence interval, 74.2%-91.1%), respectively.
    Conclusions: Preoperative shock in ATAAD is associated with a high risk of in-hospital mortality, particularly in patients who undergo cardiopulmonary resuscitation and complex aortic repair procedures with extended cardiopulmonary bypass. However, late outcomes are acceptable for patients who were stabilized through surgical treatment and survived to discharge.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Female ; Male ; Aortic Dissection/surgery ; Aortic Dissection/complications ; Aortic Dissection/mortality ; Middle Aged ; Shock/mortality ; Shock/surgery ; Retrospective Studies ; Prognosis ; Aged ; Hospital Mortality ; Risk Factors ; Postoperative Complications/mortality ; Postoperative Complications/etiology ; Treatment Outcome ; Preoperative Period ; Aortic Aneurysm/surgery ; Aortic Aneurysm/complications ; Aortic Aneurysm/mortality ; Acute Disease
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-30
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2267670-3
    ISSN 1932-6203 ; 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    ISSN 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0302669
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  4. Article ; Online: Assessing the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Pediatric Emergency Department Visits in Taiwan.

    Lee, Yu-Ting / Lai, Yen-Wen / Chen, Jiann-Hwa / Chen, Wei-Lung / Wu, Meng-Yu / Chung, Jui-Yuan

    Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

    2024  Volume 60, Issue 2

    Abstract: Background and ... ...

    Abstract Background and Objectives
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Child ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Pandemics ; Retrospective Studies ; Taiwan/epidemiology ; Emergency Room Visits ; Emergency Service, Hospital
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-08
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2188113-3
    ISSN 1648-9144 ; 1010-660X
    ISSN (online) 1648-9144
    ISSN 1010-660X
    DOI 10.3390/medicina60020288
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  5. Article ; Online: CSF-1R: A promising therapeutic target for various diseases.

    Wen, Chen-Yueh / Chen, Po-Hung / Hsieh, Feng-Renn / Chang, Renin / Wu, Meng-Yu / Yong, Su-Boon / Li, Chia-Jung

    Pharmacological research

    2024  Volume 204, Page(s) 107196

    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-25
    Publishing country Netherlands
    Document type Letter
    ZDB-ID 1003347-6
    ISSN 1096-1186 ; 0031-6989 ; 1043-6618
    ISSN (online) 1096-1186
    ISSN 0031-6989 ; 1043-6618
    DOI 10.1016/j.phrs.2024.107196
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  6. Article ; Online: Point-of-Care Ultrasonography Helped to Rapidly Detect Pneumomediastinum in a Vomiting Female.

    Chen, Yun-Hao / Lin, Po-Chen / Chen, Yu-Long / Yiang, Giou-Teng / Wu, Meng-Yu

    Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania)

    2023  Volume 59, Issue 2

    Abstract: Vomiting-induced pneumomediastinum is a rare presentation and can be a result of alveolar rupture (Mackler effect) or Boerhaave syndrome. Patients diagnosed with Boerhaave syndrome may present with the classic Mackler triad of vomiting, chest pain, and ... ...

    Abstract Vomiting-induced pneumomediastinum is a rare presentation and can be a result of alveolar rupture (Mackler effect) or Boerhaave syndrome. Patients diagnosed with Boerhaave syndrome may present with the classic Mackler triad of vomiting, chest pain, and subcutaneous emphysema. However, there exists a large overlap of symptoms accompanying Boerhaave syndrome and the Macklin effect, including retrosternal chest pain, neck discomfort, cough, sore throat, dysphagia, dysphonia, and dyspnea. Boerhaave syndrome is a dangerous condition. Delayed diagnosis of Boerhaave syndrome may worsen sepsis and cause mortality. Therefore, early diagnosis and timely management are important to prevent further complications. Here, we present a case of vomiting-induced pneumomediastinum, which supports the use of bedside ultrasonography to aid in the diagnosis and rapid differentiation of etiology of pneumomediastinum.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Female ; Mediastinal Emphysema/complications ; Point-of-Care Systems ; Vomiting ; Chest Pain/etiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-02-17
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Case Reports
    ZDB-ID 2188113-3
    ISSN 1648-9144 ; 1010-660X
    ISSN (online) 1648-9144
    ISSN 1010-660X
    DOI 10.3390/medicina59020394
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  7. Article: Attenuation of increased intraocular pressure with propofol anesthesia: A systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis.

    Chang, Chun-Yu / Chien, Yung-Jiun / Wu, Meng-Yu

    Journal of advanced research

    2020  Volume 24, Page(s) 223–238

    Abstract: Attenuation of an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP) is crucial to preventing devastating postoperative visual loss following surgery. IOP is affected by several factors, including the physiologic alteration due to pneumoperitoneum and patient ... ...

    Abstract Attenuation of an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP) is crucial to preventing devastating postoperative visual loss following surgery. IOP is affected by several factors, including the physiologic alteration due to pneumoperitoneum and patient positioning and differences in anesthetic regimens. This study aimed to investigate the effects of propofol-based total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) and volatile anesthesia on IOP. We searched multiple databases for relevant studies published before October 2019. Randomized controlled trials comparing the effects of propofol-based TIVA and volatile anesthesia on IOP during surgery were considered eligible for inclusion. Twenty studies comprising 980 patients were included. The mean IOP was significantly lower in the propofol-based TIVA group after intubation, pneumoperitoneum, Trendelenburg positioning, and lateral decubitus positioning. Moreover, mean arterial pressure and peak inspiratory pressure were also lower after intubation in the propofol-based TIVA group. Trial sequential analyses for these outcomes were conclusive. Propofol-based TIVA is more effective than volatile anesthesia during surgery at attenuating the elevation of IOP and should be considered, especially in at-risk patients.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-02-13
    Publishing country Egypt
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2541849-X
    ISSN 2090-1224 ; 2090-1232
    ISSN (online) 2090-1224
    ISSN 2090-1232
    DOI 10.1016/j.jare.2020.02.008
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  8. Article ; Online: Comment on "Comparing the two-finger versus two-thumb technique for single person infant CPR: A systematic review and meta-analysis".

    Wu, Meng-Yu / Chien, Yung-Jiun / Chang, Chun-Yu

    Resuscitation

    2020  Volume 150, Page(s) 194–195

    MeSH term(s) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ; Fingers ; Heart Massage ; Humans ; Infant ; Single Person ; Thumb
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-03-20
    Publishing country Ireland
    Document type Letter ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 189901-6
    ISSN 1873-1570 ; 0300-9572
    ISSN (online) 1873-1570
    ISSN 0300-9572
    DOI 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2020.01.042
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  9. Article ; Online: Inhaled budesonide does not prevent acute mountain sickness?

    Huang, Huai-Kuan / Chang, Chun-Yu / Wu, Meng-Yu

    The American journal of emergency medicine

    2020  Volume 46, Page(s) 725–726

    MeSH term(s) Altitude Sickness/drug therapy ; Altitude Sickness/prevention & control ; Bronchodilator Agents ; Budesonide ; Glucocorticoids ; Humans
    Chemical Substances Bronchodilator Agents ; Glucocorticoids ; Budesonide (51333-22-3)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2020-10-02
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Letter ; Comment
    ZDB-ID 605890-5
    ISSN 1532-8171 ; 0735-6757
    ISSN (online) 1532-8171
    ISSN 0735-6757
    DOI 10.1016/j.ajem.2020.09.087
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

  10. Article ; Online: Does seniority always correlate with simulated intubation performance? Comparing endotracheal intubation performance across medical students, residents, and physicians using a high-fidelity simulator.

    Yau, Sze-Yuen / Chang, Yu-Che / Wu, Meng-Yu / Liao, Shu-Chen

    PloS one

    2021  Volume 16, Issue 9, Page(s) e0257969

    Abstract: Background: Endotracheal intubation is crucial in emergency medical care and anaesthesia. Our study employed a high-fidelity simulator to explore differences in intubation success rate and other skills between junior and senior physicians.: Methods: ... ...

    Abstract Background: Endotracheal intubation is crucial in emergency medical care and anaesthesia. Our study employed a high-fidelity simulator to explore differences in intubation success rate and other skills between junior and senior physicians.
    Methods: We examined the performance of 50 subjects, including undergraduate students (UGY), postgraduate trainees (PGY), residents (R), and attending physicians (VS). Each participant performed 12 intubations (i.e. 3 devices x 4 scenarios) on a high-fidelity simulator. Main outcome measures included success rate, time for intubation, force applied on incisor and tongue, and Cormack Lehane grades.
    Results: There was no primary effect of seniority on any outcome measure except success rate and Cormack Lehane grades. However, VS demonstrated shorter duration than medical students using Glidescope and direct laryngoscopy, whereas VS and R applied significantly more force on the incisor in the normal airway and rigid neck scenario respectively.
    Discussion: Seniority does not always correlate with skill perfection in detailed processes. Our study suggests that the use of video laryngoscopy enhances the intubation success rate and speed, but the benefit only accrues to senior learners, whereby they applied more force on the incisor at a single peak under difficult scenarios. These findings are discussed in terms of psychological and cognitive perspectives.
    Conclusion: Speed and safety are essential for high quality critical medical procedures. A tool should be designed and implemented to educate junior physicians with an emphasis on practice and efficiency, which should also contribute to updating senior physicians' knowledge and competence by providing instant feedback on their performance. This type of fine-grained feedback could serve as a complement to traditional training and provide a sustainable learning model for medical education.
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Clinical Competence ; Computer Simulation ; High Fidelity Simulation Training ; Humans ; Internship and Residency ; Intubation, Intratracheal ; Physicians ; Students, Medical ; Time Factors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-09-24
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Comparative Study ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ISSN 1932-6203
    ISSN (online) 1932-6203
    DOI 10.1371/journal.pone.0257969
    Database MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

    More links

    Kategorien

To top