Active Ear Acupuncture Points in Neonates with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)

2011 ◽  
Vol 39 (01) ◽  
pp. 29-37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wolfgang Raith ◽  
Jörg Kutschera ◽  
Wilhelm Müller ◽  
Berndt Urlesberger
Keyword(s):  
Optical Signal ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Ear Acupuncture ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
Acupuncture Points ◽  
Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
History Of ◽  
One Year ◽  
The University

The aim of the study was to determine the presence of acupuncture ear points in neonates with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS). NAS occurs in the first days of life in neonates whose mothers have a history of drug abuse, and may also occur in neonates whose mothers are currently following substitution therapy. The patients are neonates with NAS admitted over one year to the Division of Neonatology at the University Hospital Graz. The examination took place on the third day after delivery (mean value 70.3 hours) and was performed by a neuronal pen (PS 3 © Silberbauer, Vienna, Austria). An integrated sound and optical signal detected the active ear points that were then placed on an ear map. We investigated six neonates (four male, two female). All investigated neonates showed the presence of active ear acupuncture points. The psychovegetative rim was the most common organic area of the children, following by a few organic points. This corresponds with the results found in healthy neonates. In all neonates with NAS, we found the presence of psychic ear points. The identified psychic ear points are the frustration-point, R-point and the psychotropic area nasal from the incisura intertragica. In all neonates with NAS, active organic and psychic ear points were detectable in both ears. In the future, it could be possible to use active ear points for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.

scholarly journals Incidence of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) in Castilla y Leon (Spain)

Children ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 25
Author(s):  
Miriam Moreno-Ramos ◽  
Mercedes Sánchez-Barba ◽  
Rubén García Sánchez ◽  
José Antonio Mirón-Canelo ◽  
Veronica González-Nuñez
Keyword(s):  
Drug Exposure ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
Castilla Y Leon ◽  
Comprehensive Information ◽  
High Incidence ◽  
The University

Introduction: Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) is considered a Public Health problem that is defined as a group of symptoms that appear in the newborn due to withdrawal from intrauterine drug exposure. Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence of NAS in Castilla y León from 2000 to 2019. Methodology: Data of NAS cases in Castilla y León from 2000 to 2019 were obtained. NAS incidence per 1000 births was calculated and the correlation among data from different provinces and years was analyzed. Results: The cumulative incidence of NAS in Castilla y León per 1000 births between 2000-2019 was 0.91‰, with great interprovincial variability. The provinces of Zamora and Palencia stand out, with high incidence rates of NAS despite their low birth rates. The temporal trend points towards a decrease in incidence from 2000 to 2019. Opioids such as methadone, cannabis, benzodiazepines and poly-drug use are the most prevalent drugs causing NAS, and it has also been observed that methadone is being replaced by cannabis as the major cause of NAS cases at the University Hospital in Salamanca in recent years. Conclusions: The incidence of NAS in Castilla y León decreased in 2004 and remained constant until 2019, but it shows great interprovincial variability. It is necessary to implement a national NAS Registry to obtain comprehensive information regarding its incidence.

Active Somatic and Psychic Ear Acupuncture Points in Newborn Infants with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

2016 ◽  
Vol 22 (10) ◽  
pp. 788-793 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stefan Kurath-Koller ◽  
Jasmin Pansy ◽  
Lukas P. Mileder ◽  
Georg M. Schmölzer ◽  
Berndt Urlesberger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Newborn Infants ◽  
Ear Acupuncture ◽  
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
Acupuncture Points ◽  
Abstinence Syndrome

Detection of Psychic Ear Acupuncture Points in a Newborn Infant with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 345-346 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wolfgang Raith ◽  
Gerhard Pichler ◽  
Heinz Zotter ◽  
Wilhelm Mueller ◽  
Berndt Urlesberger
Keyword(s):  
Newborn Infant ◽  
Ear Acupuncture ◽  
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome ◽  
Acupuncture Points ◽  
Abstinence Syndrome

Prospective evaluation for gastrointestinal bleedings at the University Hospital St. Pölten – one year of follow-up

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Stättermayer ◽  
F Riedl ◽  
S Bernhofer ◽  
A Stättermayer ◽  
A Mayer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Hospital ◽  
Prospective Evaluation ◽  
One Year ◽  
The University

scholarly journals Discovery and Further Studies on Giant Viruses at the IHU Mediterranee Infection That Modified the Perception of the Virosphere

Viruses ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 312 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clara Rolland ◽  
Julien Andreani ◽  
Amina Louazani ◽  
Sarah Aherfi ◽  
Rania Francis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Hospital ◽  
Defense System ◽  
Genomic Complexity ◽  
Number Of Genes ◽  
History Of ◽  
Giant Viruses ◽  
The University ◽  
Acanthamoeba Polyphaga Mimivirus ◽  
Active Contribution

The history of giant viruses began in 2003 with the identification of Acanthamoeba polyphaga mimivirus. Since then, giant viruses of amoeba enlightened an unknown part of the viral world, and every discovery and characterization of a new giant virus modifies our perception of the virosphere. This notably includes their exceptional virion sizes from 200 nm to 2 µm and their genomic complexity with length, number of genes, and functions such as translational components never seen before. Even more surprising, Mimivirus possesses a unique mobilome composed of virophages, transpovirons, and a defense system against virophages named Mimivirus virophage resistance element (MIMIVIRE). From the discovery and isolation of new giant viruses to their possible roles in humans, this review shows the active contribution of the University Hospital Institute (IHU) Mediterranee Infection to the growing knowledge of the giant viruses’ field.

Single Centre Experience in Patients with Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Sporadic, Lithium-associated and in Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia

2019 ◽  
Vol 128 (10) ◽  
pp. 693-698
Author(s):  
Sabine Dillenberger ◽  
Detlef K. Bartsch ◽  
Elisabeth Maurer ◽  
Peter Herbert Kann
Keyword(s):  
Primary Hyperparathyroidism ◽  
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Primary Surgery ◽  
Endocrine Neoplasia ◽  
Single Centre Experience ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
History Of ◽  
The University

Abstract Purpose It is assumed that primary hyperparathyroidism (pHPT) in Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) and lithium-associated pHPT (LIHPT) are associated with multiple gland disease (MGD), persistence and recurrence. The studies purpose was to determine frequencies, clinical presentation and outcome of sporadic pHPT (spHPT), LIHPT and pHPT in MEN. Additional main outcome measures were the rates of MGD and persistence/recurrence. Methods Retrospective analysis of medical records of 682 patients with pHPT who had attended the University Hospital of Marburg between 01–01–2004 and 30–06–2013. All patients were sent a questionnaire asking about their history of lithium medication. Results Out of 682 patients, 557 underwent primary surgery (532 spHPT, 5 LIHPT, 20 MEN), 38 redo-surgery (31 spHPT, 7 MEN), 55 were in follow-up due to previous surgery (16 spHPT, 1 LIHPT, 38 MEN) and 37 were not operated (33 spHPT, 1 LIHPT, 3 MEN). Primary surgeries were successful in 97.4%, revealed singular adenomas in 92.4%, double adenomas in 2.9% and MGD in 3.4% of the cases. Rates of MGD in MEN1 (82.35%) were significantly higher than in spHPT (3.8%), while there was no significant difference between LIHPT (20%) and spHPT. Rates of persistence/recurrence did not significantly differ due to type of surgery (bilateral/unilateral) or type of HPT (spHPT/LIHPT/MEN). Conclusions History of lithium medication is rare among pHPT patients. While MGD is common in MEN1, rates of MGD, persistence or recurrence in LIHPT were not significantly higher than in spHPT.

scholarly journals Epidemiological and diagnostic aspects of spontaneous miscarriage in the department of gynecology-obstetric of the university hospital of Treichville in Abidjan

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Ignace N. Yao ◽  
Jean Marc L. Dia ◽  
Michelle M. Menin ◽  
Mouhedeen A. Oyelade ◽  
Corneille T. Saki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chromosomal Abnormalities ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
University Teaching ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Pathological Examination ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
History Of ◽  
Early Miscarriage ◽  
The University

Background: Describe the epidemiological and diagnostic of spontaneous aspects of early miscarriage in the department of the Gynecology Obsteric of Treichville University Teaching Hospital of   Treichville in Abidjan.Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed from January 2016 to March 2017 on patients received for an early miscarriage (gestational age less than 14 weeks of amenorrhea).Results: We recorded 337 cases of miscarriage and it shows that miscarriage was frequently estimated at 58 percent. Our patients had a average age of 32.9 years, 60.4 percent of them with primary education and 48 percent are housewives. The patients were paucigestes in 46 percent and the majority of them were nulliparous (62 percent). 6 percent with history of high blood pressure; diabetes (3 percent) and 31 percent of patients were HIV positive. Patients had pelvic pain at the admission in (55 percent). A miscarriage appears before 10 weeks of amenorrhea (76.1 percent) of cases. Ultrasound showed ovular debris (47 percent) of patients and (55.4 percent) were chromosomal abnormalities on anatomy-pathological examination.Conclusions: Spontaneous abortions are common and pathological examination is essential for diagnosis.

Laryngeal Acinic Cell Carcinoma Following Thyroid Irradiation

1981 ◽  
Vol 89 (3) ◽  
pp. 398-401 ◽  
Author(s):  
James F. Reibel ◽  
W. Copley McLean ◽  
Robert W. Cantrell
Keyword(s):  
Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Acinic Cell Carcinoma ◽  
Prior History ◽  
University Of Virginia ◽  
Acinic Cell ◽  
Thyroid Adenomas ◽  
History Of ◽  
One Year ◽  
The University

Only three examples of acinic cell carcinoma of the larynx or trachea are found in the recent literature. A case of acinic cell carcinoma of the subglottic larynx and trachea was diagnosed and treated at the University of Virginia Medical Center. To our knowledge this is the first such case with a prior history of radiation to the neck. The patient is a 56-year-old woman who was irradiated for hyperthyroidism 46 years ago. When seen she also had parathyroid hyperplasia and multiple thyroid adenomas, conditions that frequently follow irradiation of the thyroid in children. These findings in this case support the concept that radiation may be responsible for inducing this tumor, which otherwise rarely occurs in this location. The use of electron microscopy was extremely useful in the diagnosis of this tumor. She was treated with total laryngectomy and right neck dissection and is now free of disease one year after surgery.

scholarly journals Repatriations of Ill and Injured Travelers and Emigrants to Switzerland: A Retrospective Analysis at a Tertiary Emergency Department from 2013–2018

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 2777
Author(s):  
Lara Brockhus ◽  
Anne-Sophie Eich ◽  
Aristomenis Exadaktylos ◽  
Anne Jachmann ◽  
Jolanta Klukowska-Rötzler
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Emergency Department ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Median Cost ◽  
The University ◽  
Public Health Promotion

Background: As more and more people are travelling abroad, there are also increasing numbers who fall ill or have accidents in foreign countries. Some patients must be repatriated. While it has been reported that the number of repatriations is rising steadily, little is known about patients’ characteristics, calling for in depth investigations of this patient group. Methods: We have conducted a retrospective study including 447 patients repatriated to the Emergency Department at the University Hospital (Inselspital) in Bern, Switzerland from 2013–2018. Results: Between 2013 and 2018, the number of repatriated patients increased by 42.6%, from 54 to 77 cases. In total, 59% of these patients were male and the median age was 60 years. Overall, 79% of patients were repatriated from European countries, with the top five countries being Italy, France, Spain, Germany and Austria. About half the cases (51.9%) were caused by illness, the other half by accidents. In total, 127 patients had to undergo surgical intervention abroad; another 194 patients underwent surgery after repatriation. The hospitalization rate was 81.4%, with a median length of in-hospital stay of 9 days (IQR 5–14) at the Inselspital. The mortality rate of at the Inselspital hospitalized patients was 4.4%, with 16 patients dying within the first 30 days after repatriation. The median cost per case was 12,005.79 CHF (IQR 4717.66–24,462.79). A multiple regression analysis showed a significant association of total costs with hospitalization (p = 0.001), surgical intervention (p = 0.001), as well as treatment in the intensive care unit (p = 0.001). Conclusions: The number of repatriations has been continuously increasing in recent years and reached a mean value of more than one case per week at the Inselspital (77 cases per year in 2018). The 30 day-mortality rate of 4.4% and the median cost per case are relatively high, demonstrating a neglected Public Health concern. These findings may provide impetus—not only for further research into repatriations but also for Public Health Promotion strategies.

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