Search Results - "SCHWIERS, Michael"

Effects of low-dose, controlled-release, phentermine plus topiramate combination on weight and associated comorbidities in overweight and obese adults (CONQUER): a randomised, placebo-controlled, phase 3 trial by Gadde, Kishore M, Dr, Allison, David B, Prof, Ryan, Donna H, MD, Peterson, Craig A, MS, Troupin, Barbara, MD, Schwiers, Michael L, MS, Day, Wesley W, PhD

“…Summary Background Obesity is associated with a reduction in life expectancy and an increase in mortality from cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and other…”
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Evolution of a novel technology for gastroesophageal reflux disease: a safety perspective of magnetic sphincter augmentation by DeMarchi, Janet, Schwiers, Michael, Soberman, Mark, Tokarski, Allison

“…Magnetic sphincter augmentation using the LINX® device is a minimally invasive surgical option for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease. An estimated…”
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Controlled‐Release Phentermine/Topiramate in Severely Obese Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial (EQUIP) by Allison, David B., Gadde, Kishore M., Garvey, William Timothy, Peterson, Craig A., Schwiers, Michael L., Najarian, Thomas, Tam, Peter Y., Troupin, Barbara, Day, Wesley W.

“…A 56‐week randomized controlled trial was conducted to evaluate safety and efficacy of a controlled‐release combination of phentermine and topiramate (PHEN/TPM…”
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Evaluation of a Powered Vascular Stapler in Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery Lobectomy by Molins, Laureano, Lanuti, Michael, Force, Seth, Woolley, Steven, Krantz, Seth, Creedon, Erin E., Schwiers, Michael L., Singleton, David W., Waggoner, Jason R., Fryrear, Raymond, Licht, Peter

“…A narrow-profile powered vascular stapler (PVS) was developed to provide superior access and precise staple placement in thoracic procedures. The objective of…”
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A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of quetiapine as adjunctive treatment for adolescent mania by Delbello, Melissa P, Schwiers, Michael L, Rosenberg, H Lee, Strakowski, Stephen M

“…This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study examined the efficacy and tolerability of quetiapine in combination with divalproex (DVP) for acute…”
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Assessment of a circular powered stapler for creation of anastomosis in left-sided colorectal surgery: A prospective cohort study by Herzig, Daniel O., Ogilvie, James W., Chudzinski, Allen, Ferrara, Andrea, Ashraf, Shazad Q., Jimenez-Rodriguez, Rosa M., Van der Speeten, Kurt, Kinross, James, Schimmelpenning, Hendrik, Sagar, Peter M., Cannon, Jamie A., Schwiers, Michael L., Singleton, David W., Waggoner, Jason R., Fryrear, Raymond, Sylla, Patricia

“…Circular staplers perform a critical function for creation of anastomoses in colorectal surgeries. Powered stapling systems allow for reduced force required by…”
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Clinical utility of a novel ultrasonic vessel sealing device in transecting and sealing large vessels during laparoscopic hysterectomy using Advanced Hemostasis Mode by Nieboer, Theodoor E, Steller, Courtney J, Hinoul, Piet, Maxson, Amanda J, Schwiers, Michael, Miller, Charles E, Coppus, Sjors, Kent, Andrew

“…Abstract Objective(s) The ultrasonic advanced energy study device (AH device) is the first surgical device indicated to seal vessels up to and including 7 mm…”
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Regional prefrontal gray and white matter abnormalities in bipolar disorder by López-Larson, Melissa P, DelBello, Melissa P, Zimmerman, Molly E, Schwiers, Michael L, Strakowski, Stephen M

“…Background: Previous magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies indicate that compared with healthy volunteers, patients with bipolar disorder have structural…”
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Comment on Garas et al., "Which hemostatic device in thyroid surgery? A network meta-analysis of surgical technologies" by Amaral, Joseph F, Hinoul, Piet, Schwiers, Michael L, Clymer, Jeffrey W

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Ultrasonic Technology Decreases Wound Complications in Groin Dissection for Vascular Procedures by Tassiopoulos, Apostolos K., MD, Leou, Konstantinos, MD, Chekan, Edward, MD, Schwiers, Michael, MS, Austin, Carolyn, Batiller, Jonathan

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Clinical outcomes following an initial experience with a novel powered vascular stapler in video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomies: results of a Chinese multi-center study by Qiu, Bin, Kang, Xiaozheng, Chen, Ke-Neng, Hu, Jian, Li, Jian, Zeng, Liping, Fegelman, Elliott J, Schwiers, Michael L, Creedon, Erin E, Waggoner, Jason R, Ding, Ding, Yang, Tengfei, Gao, Shugeng

“…The development of minimally invasive surgical approaches has revolutionized surgical care and greatly improved surgical outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate…”
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Gastrectomy and D2 Lymphadenectomy for Gastric Cancer: A Meta-Analysis Comparing the Harmonic Scalpel to Conventional Techniques by Chekan, Edward, Patel, Leena, Tibensky, Bryanna N., Schwiers, Michael L., Clymer, Jeffrey W., Hsiao, Chia-Wen, Cheng, Hang, Ferko, Nicole C.

“…The ultrasonic Harmonic scalpel has demonstrated clinical and surgical benefits in dissection and coagulation. To evaluate its use in gastrectomy, we conducted…”
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Large-Vessel Sealing in Laparoscopic Colectomy with an Ultrasonic Device by Plasencia, Gustavo, Van der Speeten, Kurt, Hinoul, Piet, Kelch, Jennifer A, Batiller, Jonathan, Severin, Kimberley S, Schwiers, Michael L, Rockall, Tim

“…The Harmonic ACE+7 Shears with Advanced Hemostasis Mode (Ethicon, Somerville, NJ, USA) is an ultrasonic device designed to transect and seal vessels up to 7 mm…”
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A novel approach to glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus, partial jejunal diversion: pre-clinical to clinical pathway by Fried, Martin, Dolezalova, Karin, Chambers, Adam P, Fegelman, Elliott J, Scamuffa, Robin, Schwiers, Michael L, Waggoner, Jason R, Haluzik, Martin, Seeley, Randy J

“…ObjectiveTo explore partial jejunal diversion (PJD) via a side-to-side jejuno-jejunostomy for improved glycemic control in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). PJD…”
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Changes in Cardiovascular Risk Associated With Phentermine and Topiramate Extended-Release in Participants With Comorbidities and a Body Mass Index ≥27 kg/m2 by Davidson, Michael H., MD, Tonstad, Serena, MD, Oparil, Suzanne, MD, Schwiers, Michael, MS, Day, Wesley W., PhD, Bowden, Charles H., MD

“…The aim of this analysis was to evaluate changes in cardiovascular risk factors in obese patients with dyslipidemia and/or hypertension receiving phentermine…”
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Clinical outcomes of the Realize Adjustable Gastric Band-C at 2 years in a United States population by Cunneen, Scott A., M.D, Brathwaite, Collin E.M., M.D, Joyce, Christopher, M.D, Gersin, Keith, M.D, Kim, Keith, M.D, Schram, Jon L., M.D, Wilson, Erik B., M.D, Schwiers, Michael, M.S, Gutierrez, Mario, M.S.H.S

“…Abstract Background In 2008, the Realize Band (RB) adopted a precurved design (RB-C). We present 2-year outcomes data from the first multiinstitutional study…”
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A Randomized Study Comparing Outcomes of Stapled and Hand-Sutured Anastomoses in Patients Undergoing Open Gastrointestinal Surgery by Chandramohan, S. M., Gajbhiye, Raj Narenda, Agwarwal, Anil, Creedon, Erin, Schwiers, Michael L., Waggoner, Jason R., Tatla, Daljit

“…Although stapling is an alternative to hand-suturing in gastrointestinal surgery, recent trials specifically designed to evaluate differences between the two…”
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Sex, ethnicity, and antipsychotic medication use in patients with psychosis by Arnold, Lesley M., Strakowski, Stephen M., Schwiers, Michael L., Amicone, Jennifer, Fleck, David E., Corey, Kimberly B., Farrow, Jenni E.

“…Previous studies suggested that African–American patients with psychotic disorders receive higher doses of antipsychotic medication than white patients, are…”
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Adjunctive topiramate treatment for pediatric bipolar disorder: a retrospective chart review by DelBello, Melissa P, Kowatch, Robert A, Warner, Juliet, Schwiers, Michael L, Rappaport, Katherine B, Daniels, John P, Foster, Keith D, Strakowski, Stephen M

“…The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness, safety, and tolerability of the anticonvulsant agent, topiramate, as adjunctive treatment for…”
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Neuroanatomic characterization of schizoaffective disorder using MRI: a pilot study by Getz, Glen E, DelBello, Melissa P, Fleck, David E, Zimmerman, Molly E, Schwiers, Michael L, Strakowski, Stephen M

“…For over 50 years, there has been uncertainty in the conceptual understanding and neuropathogenesis of the diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder (SCA). In…”
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