Array-based comparative genomic hybridization has been assumed to be the first genetic test offered to detect genomic imbalances in patients with unexplained intellectual disability with or without dysmorphisms, multiple congenital anomalies, learning difficulties and autism spectrum disorders. Our study contributes to the genotype/phenotype correlation with the delineation of laboratory criteria which help to ...
OBJECTIVES: The use of blood or blood products is routine in cardiac surgery, but is associated with various complications. Aware of this, we have always tried to avoid the use of blood products whenever possible. In this study we sought to evaluate the results of this policy. METHODS: The records of 1505 adult patients who underwent coronary (732) or valve (773) surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in 20...
Uveitis is a general term that refers to the inflammation of uveal tract, which is an important cause of blindness in young people. It is well known that uveitis can be the initial manifestation of a systemic disease (S.D.), and may appear years before the diagnosis of the primary disease. Uveitis should be integrated in a systemic study with proper testing. Therefore, the diagnosis is a matter for the ophthalm...