Is Pulse Oximetry Accurate for Patients With COVID-19 of Varying Race/Ethnicity?
New research examines the differential in oxygen saturation readings from pulse oximetry vs ABG testing in patients of varying race/ethnicity with COVID-19.
Diagnostic Testing
Accuracy of Self-Reported Taste Impairment in Patients With Long-Haul COVID-19
Investigators conducted a study to determine the accuracy of self-reported taste impairment via psychophysical evaluation in patients with long-haul COVID-19 infection.
Risk Factors Predict Delayed Seizure Detection on Continuous EEG for Some
In a retrospective study, researchers sought to identify risk factors that are predictive of delayed seizure detection on continuous electrocephalogram among patients who are critically ill.
Skin Autofluorescence in Prediction and Prevention of Diabetic Complications
Advanced glycation end products (AGE) are a factor in diabetic end-organ damage and several diabetic complications. Investigators studied whether measuring AGE with skin autofluorescence (SAF) could predict diabetic complications.
Primary Central Nervous System Vasculitis: From Diagnosis to Management
Primary central nervous system vasculitis is an important but rare differential diagnosis in daily neurological practice, warranting the need of a step by step approach.
CSF Myeloid Microvesicles May Be Biomarkers of MS Neuroinflammation, Disease Course
Study researchers evaluated the diagnostic and prognostic value of myeloid microvesicles as multiple sclerosis biomarkers in the clinical setting.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Early Diagnosis for Proactive Management
Early diagnosis and treatment of SMA can limit disease progression in children and adults, extending life expectancy and improving QOL.
Patients Burdened by Cost of Diagnostic Imaging Interpretations
Secondary interpretations of diagnostic imaging examinations result in small but real patient financial burdens.
Model May Identify Schizophrenia Cases by DNA Methylation in Blood
A machine learning case-control classifier can identify schizophrenia based on DNA methylation in the blood.
Standard Criteria for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy Diagnosis Lacking
A uniform approach could help control pain in this densely innervated region of the body.
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