Articles: function.
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This study investigates the change of endothelial cell morphology and function at the rabbit basilar bifurcations in response to sustained high blood flow after bilateral common carotid artery ligation. ⋯ This study is the first to present endothelial cell changes of basilar artery bifurcation in response to sustained high blood flow in rabbits. Endothelial cell impairment possibly initiates aneurysm formation.
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Lung Cancer ISESSION TYPE: Slide PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 02:15 PM - 03:45 PMPURPOSE: To report the pneumothorax rate following fiducial placement for peripheral inoperable stage I non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) who undergo stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT). ⋯ Sean Collins: Consultant fee, speaker bureau, advisory committee, etc.: Consultant Accuray Inc. Brian Collins: Consultant fee, speaker bureau, advisory committee, etc.: Speaker Bureau Accuray Inc. The following authors have nothing to disclose: Shaan Kataria, Ryan Malik, Catherine Jamis, Leonard Chen, Simeng Suy, Cristina Reichner, Eric AndersonNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Cardiovascular CasesSESSION TYPE: Case ReportsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 04:15 PM - 05:15 PMINTRODUCTION: Dilatation of the main pulmonary artery in the absence of pulmonary hypertension is a rare condition with numerous identified etiologies. Idiopathic pulmonary artery dilatation (IPAD) is a diagnosis of exclusion and is an extremely rare cause of pulmonary artery dilatation. Here we discuss a case of IPAD presenting as unexplained dyspnea. ⋯ IPAD is considered to be a benign condition. However, given the inherent risk of pulmonary artery rupture, it is prudent to observe these patients closely for a prolonged period of time.Reference #1: Idiopathic Dilatation of the Pulmonary Artery. Circulation 1960;21:710-716DISCLOSURE: The following authors have nothing to disclose: Syed Mudassar Naqshbandi, Naveed Sheikh, Kashif Aslam, Asra Afzal, Tina DudneyNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Bronchiectasis PostersSESSION TYPE: Poster PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Saturday, March 22, 2014 at 01:15 PM - 02:15 PMPURPOSE: The exacerbations of non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis induce a clinical worsening of the symptoms and frequently require long course of antibiotics. Our goal was to evaluate the clinical features of the patients with hospital admission for exacerbations of non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Marta Sousa, Vitor Melo, Eloisa Silva, Jorge Vale, João Silva, Bárbara Rodrigues, António TorresNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.
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Pulmonary Function TestingSESSION TYPE: Slide PresentationsPRESENTED ON: Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 04:15 PM - 05:15 PMPURPOSE: In typical restriction, there is a proportionate reduction in the TLC and in the FVC (TLC %pred-FVC %pred < 5%). In some patients there is a disproportionate reduction in the FVC as compared to the TLC (TLC %pred-FVC %pred ≥5%) along with an increase in the residual volume. We call this pattern 'complex restriction' (CR). This study aims to better understand the clinical and pulmonary function profile of patients with CR as compared to typical restriction. ⋯ The following authors have nothing to disclose: Brittany Dykstra, Vivek Iyer, Kenneth Parker, Robert Hyatt, Paul ScanlonNo Product/Research Disclosure Information.