J Formos Med Assoc
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This study aims to determine whether end-stage renal disease (ESRD) is a true contraindication for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in adult patients. ⋯ ESRD was not an independent predictor of in-hospital mortality after VA-ECMO. The survival of ESRD patients was not inferior to those without ESRD when receiving ECPR. Therefore, ESRD should not be considered a contraindication to VA-ECMO in adults.
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This study addresses the delicate balance between healthcare personnel burnout and medical accessibility in the context of endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) services in urban areas. We aimed to determine the minimum number of hospitals providing EVT on rotation each day without compromising patient access. ⋯ Our optimization model supports reducing the number of daily rotating hospitals by half while preserving a balance between patient accessibility and alleviating strain on medical teams.
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Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is a hematological malignancy with a heterogeneous prognosis. Novel markers are required to accurately assess the prognosis and formulate treatment plans. ⋯ These findings highlight the clinical potential of ARHGAP43 (SH3BP1) as a novel biomarker of AML, with higher levels indicating a poor prognosis.
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This study aimed to explore the potential impact of stage, grade, and hormone receptor profile on ovarian stimulation response and fertility preservation outcomes. ⋯ Our study showed similar ovarian stimulation response and fertility preservation outcomes among breast cancer patients with different prognostic factors.