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Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is a rare hereditary disease with autosomal recessive transmission, affecting 1 in 4700 births in France. Numerous studies have explored the links between oral health and CF, predominantly focusing on a children population. These studies reveal hyposalivation, a risk of dental erosion, an increased prevalence of enamel structural defects, but a reduced prevalence of dental caries in CF children, potentially explained by better oral hygiene. Periodontal disease does not appear to be increased in this population, while the oral quality of life of CF patients has been insufficiently studied. Today, emerging challenges arise due to the increased life expectancy of CF patients, attributed to the rise of modulators such as Kaftrio®, resulting in an adult-majority population in France. The study of periodontal diseases, associated with oral dysbiosis, becomes relevant as they represent bacterial reservoirs that could impact respiratory complications in CF patients. To deepen understanding of the links between oral health and CF, as well as to improve oral health of these patients, it is crucial to update the specific oral profile of this population. A cross-sectional survey using a questionnaire is proposed to include a large number of CF patients in France, aiming for real-life data. This questionnaire is constructed around internationally recognized tools for comparative analysis with normative data. Collaboration with the Patients Association "Vaincre la Mucoviscidose" (VLM) facilitates questionnaire creation, dissemination, and interpretation of results.
The goal of this study is to implement and evaluate a randomized pilot study of a 4-month Nutrition-enhanced community health worker (CHW) intervention for primary care patients with nutrition insecurity and poorly controlled hypertension. The nutrition intervention will be added to the pre-existing Massachusetts General Hospital CHW hypertension (Basic CHW) program that provides hypertension education, coaching about adherence to medications and primary care visits, and home BP cuffs and promotion of BP self-monitoring over the course of approximately 4 months.
Title: The Effect of Vibrating Splint on Hand Function After Stroke Summary: This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of a vibrating splint in improving hand function and reducing spasticity among individuals who have experienced a stroke. Stroke is a major global health issue, often resulting in long-term disability and impairments in the upper limbs. Spasticity, a common complication of stroke, causes stiffness and involuntary muscle contractions, leading to difficulties in performing daily activities. Current treatment options for spasticity include medications and physical therapy techniques. However, these approaches may have limitations in terms of effectiveness and duration of benefits. Therefore, non-pharmacological interventions are being explored to enhance rehabilitation outcomes. The hypothesis of this study is that the use of a vibrating splint, which applies mechanical vibrations to the hand muscles, will decrease spasticity and improve hand functionality in individuals with chronic stroke. The vibrations from the splint stimulate the sensory receptors in the skin and muscles, leading to muscle relaxation and improved motor control. The study will be conducted as a pilot randomized controlled trial, involving participants who meet specific eligibility criteria. The participants will be divided into three arms, with each arm receiving a different intervention. Outcome measures, including assessments of spasticity, range of motion, pain levels, and functional abilities, will be collected before and after the intervention period. The findings from this study will contribute to the understanding of non-pharmacological approaches in managing spasticity and improving hand function after stroke. If the vibrating splint proves to be effective, it could offer a safe and accessible option for stroke survivors to enhance their recovery and regain independence in daily activities. This research is essential as it addresses the need for more effective interventions for spasticity management and hand rehabilitation after stroke. By providing valuable insights into the potential benefits of the vibrating splint, this study has the potential to improve the quality of life for individuals who have experienced a stroke and empower them to regain control over their hand movements.
The goal of this clinical trial is to measure the effects of Group Cognitive Evolutionary Therapy on mental health, especially on depressive symptoms and anxiety. Participants will be allocated in one of two conditions: (1) Group Cognitive Evolutionary Therapy (intervention) or (2) Waitlist. The intervention will consist of two 8-hour sessions of Group Cognitive Therapy, in two consecutive days. The Group Cognitive Evolutionary Therapy group will be compared to the waitlist group to test the efficacy of the intervention.
The RUSH protocol has been used for several years for the rapid evaluation of a patient admitted to the emergency room with shock. Traditionally, its use was especially common in trauma victims, but later its use was extended to patients admitted to the emergency room with shock from any reason. The protocol includes rapid assessment with the guideness of ultrasound of heart contraction, assessment for pleural effusions, assessment of intra-abdominal blood (FAST), diagnosis of venous thrombosis (DVT), and rulling out hydronephrosis. It can also add a pupil size assessment and an evaluation of the gallbladder and bile ducts, as well as the size of the bladder. In intensive care, we use this protocol (or part of it) for the evaluation of a patient who is deteriorating in the ICU for an unknown reason . In some patients we use this protocol as a routine part of the physical examination as part of the daily patient evaluation. We would like to investigate whether the routine use of the RUSH protocol as part of the daily patient evaluation in the general intensive care unit will lead to any change in the patient's management.
The study aims to investigate the effect of 3% hypertonic saline resuscitation on lactate clearance in comparison to ringer's lactated solution and 0.9% normal saline in traumatic injury patients. Also to provide insights into the optimal fluid resuscitation strategy for traumatic injury patients
Canine impaction is a sign of abnormal dental development with potentially far-reaching consequences (such as significant root resorption and loss of lateral incisors. This compromises both aesthetics and function of the teeth, making the prediction of canine tooth impaction increasingly important. Interceptive orthodontic measures, such as extraction of deciduous canines or molars or maxillary expansion aim to create extra space in the dental arch, allowing the canines to position themselves better and normalizing their eruption pattern. This study corresponds to the second phase of an RCT, based on the results of the first phase, published in July 2023 (S59030) (Willems G, Butaye C, Raes M, Zong C, Begnoni G, Cadenas de Llano-Pérula M. Early prevention of maxillary canine impaction: a randomized clinical trial. Eur J Orthod. 31;45(4):359-369). The first phase compared the effect of 3 interceptive strategies (expansion, extraction and no intervention) on the position of impacted maxillary canines, finding that maxillary expansion provides the most improvement on impacted canine position. In second phase, 8-year-old patients without posterior crossbite and lack of space in the dental arch are randomized to treatment with 'slow maxillary expansion with removable plates' or 'no treatment'. These groups are additionally compared with patients with a crossbite and lack of space, which always receive expansion treatment. All selected patients will be followed up for at least 18 months. The primary endpoint is to investigate the effect of maxillary expansion with removable plates on the position of maxillary canines prone to impaction during early mixed dentition, assessed on panoramic X-rays. The secondary endpoint is the assessment of the need for additional orthodontic treatment.
SIH is a debilitating neurological disorder caused by a cerebrospinal fluid leak, with an estimated incidence of 5 per 100,000 persons per year, of which mostly women between the ages of 35 years and 55 years (1). The typical presentation is moderate-to-severe orthostatic headache and several other possible neurological symptoms, that significantly impact patients' quality of life (2). Treatment of SIH usually starts with conservative measures, consisting of strict supine bed rest, hydration, caffeine, and simple analgesics (3). The vast majority of patients will require invasive treatments for their CSF leak, such as epidural blood patches, fibrin glue patches, endovascular coiling, and/or surgical repair (4). These specialized treatments are only offered in tertiary care centers and require specialized personnel and resources, which implicates a certain waiting time for the patients before permanent treatment is offered (5). In the meantime, due to the lack of an effective and accessible alternative, patients continue to suffer. The GONB has been reported as a simple, safe, and effective treatment to provide short-to-intermediate term relief of migraine (6), cervicogenic headache, cluster headache (7), occipital neuralgia, and more recently, post-dural puncture headaches (PDPH) (8). As the pathophysiology of intracranial hypotension caused by SIH or PDPH is very similar (9), it is stipulated that the effect of GONB will be similar for SIH patients. However, to date, no studies exploring the efficacy of GONB for SIH have been performed. We propose to do a prospective observational study to explore the outcome of GONB for SIH. GONB can serve as a bridge therapy to control the debilitating headache of SIH while patients are awaiting permanent SIH treatment. Moreover, GONB can be performed by physicians of different specialties including neurology, which makes it an accessible treatment for all patients. Lastly, by offering better symptom control, this intervention could potentially restore patients' ability to work and reduce healthcare costs.
The purpose of this study is to test the Jump Start on the Go (JS Go), an app-based program and see how helpful it is at improving resiliency and behavior support within childcare settings.
The objective is to demonstrate the non-inferiority of T2769 compared to Hylo-Forte® in terms of the change from baseline (D1) in total ocular surface staining score assessed on Oxford 0-15 scale, in the study eye at the D36 visit. The investigation is defined as a post-market stage. The clinical investigation design is confirmatory.