Search Results - "Guerra, Luis A"
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Nemertean, Brachiopod, and Phoronid Neuropeptidomics Reveals Ancestral Spiralian Signaling Systems
Published in Molecular biology and evolution (01-11-2021)“…Abstract Neuropeptides are diverse signaling molecules in animals commonly acting through G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs). Neuropeptides and their…”
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Discovery and functional characterization of neuropeptides in crinoid echinoderms
Published in Frontiers in neuroscience (13-12-2022)“…Neuropeptides are one of the largest and most diverse families of signaling molecules in animals and, accordingly, they regulate many physiological processes…”
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Function and phylogeny support the independent evolution of an ASIC-like Deg/ENaC channel in the Placozoa
Published in Communications biology (18-09-2023)“…ASIC channels are bilaterian proton-gated sodium channels belonging to the large and functionally-diverse Deg/ENaC family that also includes peptide- and…”
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Selective use of laparoscopy in nonpalpable undescended testes
Published in Urology annals (01-01-2016)“…Introduction: Approximately, 20% of undescended testes (UDT) are nonpalpable. Surgical management of the nonpalpable testis comprises laparoscopy. The aim of…”
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Use of ultrasound for the palpable undescended testis: a wasteful practice
Published in Family practice (23-07-2018)“…Abstract Background Many primary care physicians order an ultrasound (US) before referral to specialist care for suspected undescended testis; however, the…”
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Resonant Far- to Near-Field Channeling in Synergetic Multiscale Antennas
Published in ACS photonics (19-06-2019)“…Enhancing light–molecule interactions requires the efficient transfer of energy between the laboratory macroscale and the molecule nanoscale. Multiscale…”
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The futility of continued surveillance of epididymal cysts - A study of the prevalence and clinico-demographics in pre- vs. post-pubertal boys
Published in Canadian Urological Association journal (01-12-2019)“…The first description of epididymal cysts in children appears from a 1976 case study. Since then, there have been a total of 24 indexed publications relating…”
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Simultaneous bilateral laparoscopic nephrectomy in a child with peritoneal catheter dialysis using a 4-port trans-abdominal technique
Published in Canadian Urological Association journal (01-02-2015)“…We present the case of an 11-year-old girl with end-stage renal disease and a previously-inserted peritoneal dialysis catheter who underwent a bilateral…”
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Combined Femoral and Pelvic Osteotomies Versus Femoral Osteotomy Alone in the Treatment of Hip Dysplasia in Children With Cerebral Palsy
Published in Journal of pediatric orthopaedics (01-10-2009)“…PURPOSEAlthough evidence is increasing that the most effective treatment for the severely subluxated or dislocated hips is a one-stage comprehensive approach…”
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Pediatric cystogram: Are we considering age-adjusted bladder capacity?
Published in Canadian Urological Association journal (01-12-2018)“…There are a small number of reports in the literature describing bladder rupture during cystograms in children. We hypothesized that children undergoing…”
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Synergetic Light-Harvesting and Near-Field Enhancement in Multiscale Patterned Gold Substrates
Published in ACS photonics (16-09-2015)“…Sphere-segment void (SSV) cavities have emerged as promising substrates for reproducible Surface Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS), offering strong and uniform…”
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Infant nephrolithiasis and nephrocalcinosis: Natural history and predictors of surgical intervention
Published in Journal of pediatric urology (01-08-2017)“…Renal stone disease diagnosed in the first year of life is relatively uncommon. While risk factors such as low birth weight, furosemide exposure, and metabolic…”
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Effectiveness of biofeedback for dysfunctional elimination syndrome in pediatrics: A systematic review
Published in Journal of pediatric urology (01-06-2011)“…Abstract Purpose Dysfunctional elimination syndrome is associated with an inability to effectively empty the bladder and may present with UTI, incontinence,…”
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Management of neonatal testicular torsion: Which way to turn?
Published in Canadian Urological Association journal (01-08-2008)“…Perinatal testicular torsion (PTT) is a rare event with controversies surrounding its etiology, prebsentation, surgical management and sequelae. Our survey…”
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A proposal to synonymize the freshwater crab species Hypolobocera solimani and Hypolobocera triangula from Colombia
Published in Revista de biología tropical (01-09-2008)“…It is proposed that Hypolobocera solimani and H. triangula be considered junior synonyms of H. alata and H. rotundilobata, respectively. We state that the…”
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Endoscopic treatment of vesicoureteric reflux with Deflux: a Canadian experience
Published in Canadian Urological Association journal (01-03-2007)“…Vesicoureteric reflux is a common problem encountered in urological practice. Traditionally, if medical management with low-dose antibiotic prophylaxis failed,…”
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Has the chemical contribution a secondary role in SERS?
Published 06-01-2023“…J. Opt. Soc. Am. B 40, C78-C85 (2023) It is an established understanding that the electromagnetic contribution (the plasmon-mediated enhancement of the laser…”
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Propuesta de sinonimia para las especies de cangrejo dulceacuícola Hypolobocera solimani e Hypolobocera triangula de Colombia
Published in Revista de biología tropical (01-09-2008)“…Se propone considerar las especies H. solimani e H. triangula como sinónimos de H. alata e H. rotundilobata, respectivamente. Se afirma que las diferencias…”
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