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Comparison Between Sugammadex and Neostigmine After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery-Thymectomy in Patients with Myasthenia Gravis: a Single-Center Retrospective Exploratory Analysis

Comparison Between Sugammadex and Neostigmine After Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery-Thymectomy in Patients with Myasthenia Gravis: a Single-Center Retrospective Exploratory Analysis

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37763148/

This single-center retrospective exploratory analysis evaluated the effects of sugammadex compared with neostigmine on postoperative recovery in patients with myasthenia gravis (MG) who underwent video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)-thymectomy. This retrospective...

Patients with MG following VATS-thymectomy who received sugammadex showed a significantly shorter postoperative hospital stay than those who received neostigmine.

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Eye Segmentation Method for Telehealth: Application to the Myasthenia Gravis Physical Examination

Eye Segmentation Method for Telehealth: Application to the Myasthenia Gravis Physical Examination

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37765800/

Due to the precautions put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic, utilization of telemedicine has increased quickly for patient care and clinical trials. Unfortunately, teleconsultation is closer to a video...

We then use signal processing and filtering to derive robust metrics of ptosis and l ocular misalignment. In our construction, we have prioritized the robustness of the method versus accuracy obtained in controlled conditions in order to provide a method that can operate in standard telehealth conditions. The approach is general and can be...

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Preview of the Immunoglobulin National Society (IgNS) 2023 12th National Conference

The Immunoglobulin National Society (IgNS) will host its 12th national conference at the Sheraton Denver Downtown from Oct. 5 to 8, 2023. This is the premier conference in the immunoglobulin and biologics fields, focusing on education, networking, and advancement.

IgNS conference attendees include clinicians and business leaders in the immunoglobulin and specialty biologics industry. More than 1,200 attendees will have access to over 50 clinical and business sessions throughout the conference. There are several opportunities to obtain Continuing Medical Education credits, as well as hundreds of companies represented in session sponsorships and interactive Expo Hall displays.

We will be covering the conference for you, so check your email for highlights and a wrap-up report. Click above for an exclusive preview of the event.

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Analysis on the risk of myasthenia gravis related to immune checkpoint inhibitors based on the US FDA Adverse Event Reporting System - PubMed

Analysis on the risk of myasthenia gravis related to immune checkpoint inhibitors based on the US FDA Adverse Event Reporting System - PubMed

Source : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37724594/

ICI may lead to ICIs-associated MG during therapy. Analysis of FAERS data identified signals for AEs of MG with ICI regimens. Practitioners should consider the factors that may increase the...

ICI may lead to ICIs-associated MG during therapy. Analysis of FAERS data identified signals for AEs of MG with ICI regimens. Practitioners should consider the factors that may increase the likelihood of MG. The findings support a continued surveillance and risk factor identification.

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Insights Into the Association Between Myasthenia Gravis and Depression: A Clinical Case Study

Insights Into the Association Between Myasthenia Gravis and Depression: A Clinical Case Study

Source : https://www.cureus.com/articles/175307-insights-into-the-association-between-myasthenia-gravis-and-depression-a-clinical-case-study

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a serious and debilitating autoimmune disease characterized by muscle weakness, shortness of breath, and issues affecting the eyes, limbs, throat, and speech. Given the intense physical...

The patient has many potential causes of her increased depressive symptoms, including her medications, psychosocial stressors, and her past medical history, in addition to her MG. However, the literature shows higher incidence rates of depression in MG patients compared to both healthy controls and controls with other comparable chronic...