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Chirurgische Atemwegssicherung – Empfehlungen und Stolpersteine
Die Sicherung des Atemwegs stellt eine lebensrettende Kompetenz in der präklinischen Notfallmedizin dar. In seltenen Fällen kann sie auch die Etablierung eines chirurgischen Atemwegs erfordern.
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Open AccessImpact of autoimmune gastritis on chronic urticaria in paediatric patients – pathophysiological point of views
We would like to provide an updated comprehensive perspective and identify the components linked to chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) without specific triggers in autoimmune atrophic gastritis (AAG). AAG is ...
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Open AccessThermal mechanism-driven microlens formation in Ge–Sb–S glasses by direct laser writing: composition dependent insight
Microlenses were fabricated through a thermal process using laser-induced localized overheating on the surfaces of various bulk Ge–Sb–S glasses. These glasses spanned three distinct groups: (a) stoichiometric ...
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Open AccessComparison of laparoscopic and open ileocecal resection for Crohn’s disease in children
Ileocecal resection (ICR) is the most frequently performed surgery in paediatric Crohn’s disease (CD) patients. The aim of the study was to compare laparoscopic-assisted and open ICR.
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Erwartungen von Patienten und Angehörigen an eine moderne alterspsychiatrische Krankenhausversorgung
Um die alterspsychiatrische Versorgung zu verbessern, müssen ihre Nutzer mit in die Gestaltung einbezogen werden. In dieser Studie werden Einflussgrößen aus Sicht der Nutzer identifiziert.
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Open AccessMixed reality for teaching catheter placement to medical students: a randomized single-blinded, prospective trial
Cost-effective methods to facilitate practical medical education are in high demand and the “mixed-reality” (MR) technology seems suitable to provide students with instructions when learning a new practical ta...
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Primary unilateral not complicated inguinal hernia: our choice of TAPP, why, results and review of literature
Currently, three different techniques are favored for repair of an inguinal hernia: (1) The suture repair described by Shouldice. (2) An open mesh repair according to Lichtenstein. (3) Laparo-endoscopic techni...
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Open AccessSixty years of global progress in managed aquifer recharge
The last 60 years has seen unprecedented groundwater extraction and overdraft as well as development of new technologies for water treatment that together drive the advance in intentional groundwater replenish...
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Macromodeling of in- and out-of-plane behavior of unreinforced masonry infill walls
Surveys on damaged and collapsed reinforced concrete (RC) buildings following recent earthquakes indicated that poor performance is associated with the influence of unreinforced masonry (URM) infill walls. In ...
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Spezifische Merkmale zur Einstufung der Modellversorgung nach § 64b SGB V
Bisher fehlte ein theoretisches Modell zur Auswertung der flexiblen und integrativen Versorgung nach § 64b Sozialgesetzbuch (SGB) V.
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Open AccessSelf-generated surface magnetic fields inhibit laser-driven sheath acceleration of high-energy protons
High-intensity lasers interacting with solid foils produce copious numbers of relativistic electrons, which in turn create strong sheath electric fields around the target. The proton beams accelerated in such ...
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Levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) infusion as mono- or combination therapy
Levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) infusion is an effective escalating therapy in patients with Parkinson disease (PD) suffering from motor fluctuations and dyskinesia. Levodopa/carbidopa given continuou...
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Endoscopic mini/less open sublay operation for treatment of primary and secondary ventral hernias of the abdominal wall
Primary and secondary ventral hernias of the abdominal wall are very common conditions; however, the ideal operative treatment has not been found yet.
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Endoscopic mini/less open sublay technique (EMILOS)—a new technique for ventral hernia repair
The “MILOS concept” (mini/less open sublay repair) was developed to realize the benefits of minimally invasive surgery and avoid the disadvantages of traditional open techniques in repair of primary and second...
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Combination of micellar casein with calcium and vitamins D2 and K2 improves bone status of ovariectomized mice
Nutritional approaches may help to preserve bone quality. The purpose of our study was to demonstrate the efficiency of an innovative bone health product (BHP) including micellar casein rich in calcium, vitami...
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The Year in Economics at the FCC, 2014–2015
We discuss several FCC proceedings and other matters of economic interest. These include: the Commission’s new Open Internet (“net neutrality”) rules and economic challenges they pose; regulatory implications ...
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Vulnerability assessment and damage description for R.C. frame structures following the EMS-98 principles
Reinforced Concrete (R.C.) frame structures vary extremely in appearance, design and interaction of structural and non-structural elements. These and other aspects are responsible for the difficulties to prese...
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High dietary protein intake, reducing or eliciting insulin resistance?
Dietary proteins have an insulinotropic effect and thus promote insulin secretion, which indeed leads to enhanced glucose clearance from the blood. In the long term, however, a high dietary protein intake is a...
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On-Board and Ground-Based Complexes for Operating the Science Payload of the CORONAS-F Space Mission
To ensure reliable operation of the science payload of the CORONAS-F satellite and to exercise its flexible control in the course of realization of the research program, an on-board and a specialized ground-ba...
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Thermophilic biological nitrogen removal in industrial wastewater treatment
Nitrification is an integral part of biological nitrogen removal processes and usually the limiting step in wastewater treatment systems. Since nitrification is often considered not feasible at temperatures hi...
