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Human semen quality is affected by genetic, metabolic, lifestyle and environmental factors. It is a sensitive marker of the general health status of an individual and a predictor of disease occurrence and mortality. Some studies suggested that a diet rich in anti-oxidant compounds and regular
This is a single arm, consecutive series study to collect relevant clinical, laboratory and radiological data in up to 26 subjects, who have been implanted with the SMF Short Modular Femoral Stem THA system at 1 site in Australia.
The Baseline visit will be determined as the first visit to site
Each subject will receive one infusion of autologous, radiolabeled and BioRBC labeled INTERCEPT RBCs (Test RBCs) and one infusion of autologous BioRBC labeled untreated RBCs (Control RBCs) concomitantly. Each infusion will be approximately 20 mL, i.e., 10 mL of 51-chromium labeled RBC, and 10 mL of
Background
The perioperative period is relatively short, but highly critical for cancer related survival. The surgical procedure results in release of tumor cells locally and in the blood, and induction of a surgical stress response (SSR). This leads to paralysis of the immune system, reduced
Peri-prosthetic osteolysis is associated with aseptic loosening of a total hip replacement (THR). It is understood to be a biological response to wear particles, with polyethylene debris thought to be the major cause of the long-term failure.
With total hip replacement (THR) patients now being
Objectives and hypothesis The scale and diversity of chemicals in worldwide use today is vast, ranging from pharmaceuticals and food products, to plastics, gasoline, and semiconductor chips. Many of these chemicals are released into the environment where they are found in air, water, soil, in house
Appalachian Kentucky has one of the highest incidence rates of lung cancer in the United States. The disproportionately high incidence is not explained by tobacco alone. Preliminary analysis of trace element content in toenail samples reveals higher levels of arsenic, chromium and nickel in
OBJECTIVES:
Primary
- To evaluate the feasibility of expanding myeloma-specific T cells using autologous ex vivo expanded B cells loaded with myeloma antigens as antigen-presenting cells (B-APCs) in peripheral blood and bone marrow samples from patients with multiple myeloma.
Secondary
- To examine
This is a pilot study to compare systemic concentrations of cobalt and chromium in patients that have previously undergone total hip arthroplasties with ceramic on metal and metal on metal bearing surfaces. Secondary goals include an assessment of osteolysis on radiographs, potential long term
OBJECTIVES:
Primary
- To evaluate the progression-free survival of patients with HER2-overexpressing locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer treated with trastuzumab (Herceptin®) and agatolimod sodium.
Secondary
- To determine if agatolimod sodium augments antibody-mediated cytoxicity (ADCC)
The success of bare metal coronary stenting is limited by the restenosis phenomenon, with rates depending on patient vascular morphology and lesion-related factors, the indication for and technique of stent deployment, and others. Drug-eluting stents (DES) improve the treatment of many coronary
Occlusive coronary artery disease is predominantly caused by coronary atherosclerosis, a pathologic vascular condition characterized by abnormal lipid and fibrous tissue accumulation in the vessel wall. This condition may be accompanied by degenerative changes and/or calcification leading to
Drs. Reid and Hekmat have recently developed a fermented milk product (yogurt) containing Lactobacillus GR-1 and RC-14 and concluded that such dairy products are suitable vehicles for these beneficial microorganisms [Hekmat, S. & Reid, G. 2006].
The strains Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 and
This is a randomized phase II study comparing trastuzumab with G-CSF against trastuzumab with placebo during the first two weeks of therapy.
Twenty five patients with metastatic breast cancer will be randomized to receive weekly trastuzumab plus either G-CSF or placebo by subcutaneous (SQ) injection