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- Andersson, Anders, et al.
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Effects of Tobacco Smoke on IL-16 in CD8+ Cells from Human Airways and Blood: a Key Role for Oxygen Free Radicals?
- 2011
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Ingår i: AJP - Lung cellular and molecular physiology. - : American Physiological Society. - 1522-1504. ; 300:1
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Chronic exposure to tobacco smoke leads to an increase in the frequency of infections and in CD8(+) and CD4(+)cells as well as the CD4(+) chemo-attractant cytokine IL-16 in the airways. Here, we investigated whether tobacco smoke depletes intracellular IL-16 protein and inhibits de novo production of IL-16 in CD8(+) cells from human airways and blood, while at the same time increasing extracellular IL-16 and whether oxygen free radicals (OFR) are involved. Intracellular IL-16 protein in CD8(+) cells and mRNA in all cells was decreased in bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) samples from chronic smokers. This was also the case in human blood CD8(+) cells exposed to water-soluble tobacco smoke components in vitro; in which oxidized proteins were markedly increased. Extracellular IL-16 protein was increased in cell-free BAL fluid from chronic smokers and in human blood CD8(+) cells exposed to water-soluble tobacco smoke components in vitro. This was not observed in occasional smokers after short-term exposure to tobacco smoke. A marker of activation (CD69) was slightly increased whereas other markers of key cellular functions (membrane integrity, apoptosis and proliferation) in human blood CD8(+) cells in vitro were negatively affected by water-soluble tobacco smoke components. An OFR scavenger prevented these effects whereas a protein synthesis inhibitor, a beta-adrenoceptor, a glucocorticoid receptor agonist, a phosphodiesterase, a calcineurin phosphatase and a caspase-3 inhibitor did not. In conclusion, tobacco smoke depletes preformed intracellular IL-16 protein, inhibits its de novo synthesis and distorts key cellular functions in human CD8(+) cells. OFR may play a key role in this context.
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- Veerman, Rosanne E., et al.
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Molecular evaluation of five different isolation methods for extracellular vesicles reveals different clinical applicability and subcellular origin
- 2021
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Ingår i: Journal of Extracellular Vesicles. - : Wiley. - 2001-3078. ; 10:9
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are increasingly tested as therapeutic vehicles and biomarkers, but still EV subtypes are not fully characterised. To isolate EVs with few co-isolated entities, a combination of methods is needed. However, this is time-consuming and requires large sample volumes, often not feasible in most clinical studies or in studies where small sample volumes are available. Therefore, we compared EVs rendered by five commonly used methods based on different principles from conditioned cell medium and 250 mu l or 3 ml plasma, that is, precipitation (ExoQuick ULTRA), membrane affinity (exoEasy Maxi Kit), size-exclusion chromatography (qEVoriginal), iodixanol gradient (OptiPrep), and phosphatidylserine affinity (MagCapture). EVs were characterised by electron microscopy, Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis, Bioanalyzer, flow cytometry, and LC-MS/MS. The different methods yielded samples of different morphology, particle size, and proteomic profile. For the conditioned medium, Izon 35 isolated the highest number of EV proteins followed by exoEasy, which also isolated fewer non-EV proteins. For the plasma samples, exoEasy isolated a high number of EV proteins and few non-EV proteins, while Izon 70 isolated the most EV proteins. We conclude that no method is perfect for all studies, rather, different methods are suited depending on sample type and interest in EV subtype, in addition to sample volume and budget.
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- Bergström, Annika, et al.
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Reduction of Surgical Complications in Dogs and Cats by the Use of a Surgical Safety Checklist
- 2016
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Ingår i: Veterinary Surgery. - : Wiley. - 0161-3499 .- 1532-950X. ; 45, s. 571-576
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- ObjectiveTo examine whether the use of a surgical safety checklist (SSC) could reduce the incidence of complications after small animal surgery.Study DesignProspective clinical study. Animals: Client-owned dogs and cats (n=520).MethodsConsecutive cases were enrolled in the study, the first 300 cases without implementation of the surgical checklist (SSC-), followed by 220 cases with implementation of the checklist (SSC+). The checklist was adapted from the WHO surgical checklist and consisted of three different check points: (1) before induction of anaesthesia (sign in), (2) before surgical incision (time out), and (3) before recovery (sign out). In-hospital outcomes were prospectively recorded, and complications within 6 weeks were retrospectively recorded by reviewing medical records and by telephone interviews with owners. The severity of each recorded complication was graded as minor, moderate, or severe. Comparisons were made between SSC- and SSC+ outcomes.ResultsThere were significantly more complications in SSC- animals than SSC+ animals (SSC- 52/300 vs. SSC+ 15/220, P=.0003). There was a significantly higher frequency of SSI (P=.045) and wound healing complications (P=.0006) for SSC- animals than SSC+ animals.ConclusionThe frequency and severity of postoperative complications was significantly decreased after introduction of a surgical checklist. All veterinary hospitals should consider using a surgical checklist. Compliance with implementation of the checklist is important for success.
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- Crescitelli, Rossella, 1985, et al.
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Distinct RNA profiles in subpopulations of extracellular vesicles: apoptotic bodies, microvesicles and exosomes.
- 2013
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Ingår i: Journal of extracellular vesicles. - : Wiley. - 2001-3078. ; 2
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- INTRODUCTION: In recent years, there has been an exponential increase in the number of studies aiming to understand the biology of exosomes, as well as other extracellular vesicles. However, classification of membrane vesicles and the appropriate protocols for their isolation are still under intense discussion and investigation. When isolating vesicles, it is crucial to use systems that are able to separate them, to avoid cross-contamination. METHOD: EVS RELEASED FROM THREE DIFFERENT KINDS OF CELL LINES: HMC-1, TF-1 and BV-2 were isolated using two centrifugation-based protocols. In protocol 1, apoptotic bodies were collected at 2,000×g, followed by filtering the supernatant through 0.8 µm pores and pelleting of microvesicles at 12,200×g. In protocol 2, apoptotic bodies and microvesicles were collected together at 16,500×g, followed by filtering of the supernatant through 0.2 µm pores and pelleting of exosomes at 120,000×g. Extracellular vesicles were analyzed by transmission electron microscopy, flow cytometry and the RNA profiles were investigated using a Bioanalyzer(®). RESULTS: RNA profiles showed that ribosomal RNA was primary detectable in apoptotic bodies and smaller RNAs without prominent ribosomal RNA peaks in exosomes. In contrast, microvesicles contained little or no RNA except for microvesicles collected from TF-1 cell cultures. The different vesicle pellets showed highly different distribution of size, shape and electron density with typical apoptotic body, microvesicle and exosome characteristics when analyzed by transmission electron microscopy. Flow cytometry revealed the presence of CD63 and CD81 in all vesicles investigated, as well as CD9 except in the TF-1-derived vesicles, as these cells do not express CD9. CONCLUSIONS: Our results demonstrate that centrifugation-based protocols are simple and fast systems to distinguish subpopulations of extracellular vesicles. Different vesicles show different RNA profiles and morphological characteristics, but they are indistinguishable using CD63-coated beads for flow cytometry analysis.
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- Danielsson, Henrik, et al.
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A Systematic Review of Longitudinal Trajectories of Mental Health Problems in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
- 2024
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Ingår i: Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities. - : Springer. - 1056-263X .- 1573-3580. ; 36, s. 203-242
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Forskningsöversikt (refereegranskat)abstract
- To review the longitudinal trajectories - and the factors influencing their development - of mental health problems in children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. Systematic review methods were employed. Searches of six databases used keywords and MeSH terms related to children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, mental health problems, and longitudinal research. After the removal of duplicates, reviewers independently screened records for inclusion, extracted data (outcomes and influencing factors), and evaluated the risk of bias. Findings were tabulated and synthesized using graphs and a narrative. Searches identified 94,662 unique records, from which 49 publications were included. The median publication year was 2015. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder were the most commonly included population in retrieved studies. In almost 50% of studies, trajectories of mental health problems changed by < 10% between the first and last time point. Despite multiple studies reporting longitudinal trajectories of mental health problems, greater conceptual clarity and consideration of the measures included in research is needed, along with the inclusion of a more diverse range of populations of children with neurodevelopmental disabilities.
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- Drott, Jenny, et al.
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Patient preferences and experiences of participation in surgical cancer care
- 2022
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Ingår i: Worldviews on Evidence-Based Nursing. - : John Wiley & Sons. - 1545-102X .- 1741-6787. ; 19:5, s. 405-414
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Background Quality cancer care necessitates opportunities for patient participation, supposedly recognizing the individual's preferences and experiences for being involved in their health and healthcare issues. Previous research shows that surgical cancer patients wish to be more involved, requiring professionals to be sensitive of patients' needs. Aims To explore preference-based patient participation in surgical cancer care. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted. The Patient Preferences for Patient Participation tool (4Ps) was used, which includes 12 attributes of preferences for and experiences of patient participation. Data were analyzed with descriptive and comparative statistical methods. Results The results are based on a total of 101 questionnaires. Having reciprocal communication and being listened to by healthcare staff were commonly deemed crucial for patient participation. While 60% of the patients suggested that taking part in planning was crucial for their participation, they had experienced this only to some extent. Learning to manage symptoms and phrasing personal goals were items most often representing insufficient conditions for preference-based patient participation. Linking Evidence to Action To support person-centered surgical care, further efforts to suffice preference-based participation are needed, including opportunities for patients to share their experiences and engage in the planning of healthcare activities.
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- Ekström, Karin, 1978, et al.
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Characterization of mRNA and microRNA in human mast cell-derived exosomes and their transfer to other mast cells and blood CD34 progenitor cells
- 2012
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Ingår i: Journal of Extracellular Vesicles (JEV). - : Wiley. - 2001-3078. ; 1
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Background: Exosomes are nanosized vesicles of endocytic origin that are released into the extracellular environment by many different cells. It has been shown that exosomes from various cellular origins contain a substantial amount of RNA (mainly mRNA and microRNA). More importantly, exosomes are capable of delivering their RNA content to target cells, which is a novel way of cell-to-cell communication. The aim of 20 this study was to evaluate whether exosomal shuttle RNA could play a role in the communication between human mast cells and between human mast cells and human CD34+progenitor cells. Methods: The mRNA and microRNA content of exosomes from a human mast cell line, HMC-1, was analysed by using microarray technology. Co-culture experiments followed by flow cytometry analysis and confocal microscopy as well as radioactive labeling experiments were performed to examine the uptake of 25 these exosomes and the shuttle of the RNA to other mast cells and CD34+ progenitor cells. Results: In this study, we show that human mast cells release RNA-containing exosomes, with the capacity to shuttle RNA between cells. Interestingly, by using microRNA microarray analysis, 116 microRNAs could be identified in the exosomes and 134 microRNAs in the donor mast cells. Furthermore, DNA microarray experiments revealed the presence of approximately 1800 mRNAs in the exosomes, which represent 15% of 30 the donor cell mRNA content. In addition, transfer experiments revealed that exosomes can shuttle RNA between human mast cells and to CD34+ hematopoietic progenitor cells. Conclusion: These findings suggest that exosomal shuttle RNA (esRNA) can play a role in the communication between cells, including mast cells and CD34+ progenitor cells, implying a role in cells maturation process. 35
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- Eldh, Ann Catrine, Professor, 1965-, et al.
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Facilitating facilitators to facilitate : Some general comments on a strategy for knowledge implementation in health services
- 2023
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Ingår i: Frontiers Health Services. - : Frontiers Media S.A.. - 2813-0146. ; 3
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Numerous endeavours to ensure that day-to-day healthcare is both evidence-based and person-centred have generated extensive, although partial, comprehension of what guarantees quality improvement. To address quality issues, researchers and clinicians have developed several strategies as well as implementation theories, models, and frameworks. However, more progress is needed regarding how to facilitate guideline and policy implementation that guarantees effective changes take place in a timely and safe manner. This paper considers experiences of engaging and supporting local facilitators in knowledge implementation. Drawing on several interventions, considering both training and support, this general commentary discusses whom to engage and the length, content, quantity, and type of support along with expected outcomes of facilitators' activities. In addition, this paper suggests that patient facilitators could help produce evidence-based and person-centred care. We conclude that research about the roles and functions of facilitators needs to include more structured follow-ups and also improvement projects. This can increase the speed of learning with respect to what works, for whom, in what context, why (or why not), and with what outcomes when it comes to facilitator support and tasks.
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- Eldh, Ann Catrine, 1965-, et al.
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Kunskapsbaserad omvårdnad och implementering
- 2023. - 2
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Ingår i: Kvalitetsutveckling inom omvårdnad. - Lund : Studentlitteratur AB. - 9789144162164 ; , s. 129-162
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- Forskningsresultat fyller en viktig funktion för att utveckla och bibehålla säker, effektiv och personcentrerad vård och omsorg. Trots kontinuerlig forskning är ett känt faktum att det kan ta lång tid från att ny kunskap framställs tills att nödvändiga forskningsresultat nyttiggörs i hälso- och sjukvård och omsorg. Studier visar att det kan ta upp till 17 år innan forskningsresultat får genomslag och blir till rutin i vårdens vardag. Implementeringsforskning är ett tvärprofessionellt forskningsområde där flera forskande sjuksköterskor har gjort betydelsefulla bidrag. Varför tar det så lång tid att implementera en omvårdnadsåtgärd eller omvårdnadsmetod och hur går det till att implementera ny eller annan relevant kunskap kommer att belysas i detta kapitel. Andra frågor som tas upp här är om det går att underlätta implementering och i så fall hur det kan möjliggöras.
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- Eldh, Ann Catrine, 1965-, et al.
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Onset PrevenTIon of urinary retention in Orthopaedic Nursing and rehabilitation, OPTION-a study protocol for a randomised trial by a multi-professional facilitator team and their first-line managers' implementation strategy
- 2021
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Ingår i: Implementation Science. - : BioMed Central. - 1748-5908. ; 16:1
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- BACKGROUND: The Onset PrevenTIon of urinary retention in Orthopaedic Nursing and rehabilitation, OPTION, project aims to progress knowledge translation vis-à-vis evidence-based bladder monitoring in orthopaedic care, to decrease the risk of urinary retention, and voiding complications. Urinary retention is common whilst in hospital for hip surgery. If not properly identified and managed, there is a high risk of complications, some lifelong and life threatening. Although evidence-based guidelines are available, the implementation is lagging.METHODS: Twenty orthopaedic sites are cluster randomised into intervention and control sites, respectively. The intervention sites assemble local facilitator teams among nursing and rehabilitation staff, including first-line managers. The teams receive a 12-month support programme, including face-to-face events and on-demand components to map and bridge barriers to guideline implementation, addressing leadership behaviours and de-implementation of unproductive routines. All sites have access to the guidelines via a public healthcare resource, but the control sites have no implementation support.Baseline data collection includes structured assessments of urinary retention procedures via patient records, comprising incidence and severity of voiding issues and complications, plus interviews with managers and staff, and surveys to all hip surgery patients with interviews across all sites. Further assessments of context include the Alberta Context Tool used with staff, the 4Ps tool for preference-based patient participation used with patients, and data on economic aspects of urinary bladder care.During the implementation intervention, all events are recorded, and the facilitators keep diaries. Post intervention, the equivalent data collections will be repeated twice, and further data will include experiences of the intervention and guideline implementation.Data will be analysed with statistical analyses, including comparisons before and after, and between intervention and control sites. The qualitative data are subjected to content analysis, and mixed methods are applied to inform both clinical outcomes and the process evaluation, corresponding to a hybrid design addressing effectiveness, experiences, and outcomes.DISCUSSION: The OPTION trial has a potential to account for barriers and enablers for guideline implementation in the orthopaedic context in general and hip surgery care in particular. Further, it may progress the understanding of implementation leadership by dyads of facilitators and first-line managers.TRIAL REGISTRATION: The study was registered as NCT04700969 with the U.S. National Institutes of Health Clinical Trials Registry on 8 January 2021, that is, prior to the baseline data collection.
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- Eldh, Maria, 1980, et al.
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Exosomes Communicate Protective Messages during Oxidative Stress; Possible Role of Exosomal Shuttle RNA.
- 2010
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Ingår i: PloS one. - : Public Library of Science (PLoS). - 1932-6203. ; 5:12
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Exosomes are small extracellular nanovesicles of endocytic origin that mediate different signals between cells, by surface interactions and by shuttling functional RNA from one cell to another. Exosomes are released by many cells including mast cells, dendritic cells, macrophages, epithelial cells and tumour cells. Exosomes differ compared to their donor cells, not only in size, but also in their RNA, protein and lipid composition.
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- Eldh, Maria, 1980, et al.
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Importance of RNA isolation methods for analysis of exosomal RNA: Evaluation of different methods
- 2012
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Ingår i: Molecular Immunology. - : Elsevier BV. - 0161-5890. ; 50:4, s. 278-286
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Exosomes are small RNA containing vesicles of endocytic origin, which can take part in cell-to-cell communication partly by the transfer of exosomal RNA between cells. Exosomes are released by many cells and can also be found in several biological fluids including blood plasma and breast milk. Exosomes differ compared to their donor cells not only in size but also in RNA, protein and lipid composition. The aim of the current study was to determine the optimal RNA extraction method for analysis of exosomal RNA, to support future studies determining the biological roles of the exosomal RNA. Different methods were used to extract exosomal and cellular RNA. All methods evaluated extracted high quality and purity RNA as determined by RNA integrity number (RIN) and OD values for cellular RNA using capillary electrophoresis and spectrophotometer. Interestingly, the exosomal RNA yield differed substantially between the different RNA isolation methods. There was also a difference in the exosomal RNA patterns in the electropherograms, indicating that the tested methods extract exosomal RNA with different size distribution. A pure column based approach resulted in the highest RNA yield and the broadest RNA size distribution, whereas phenol and combined phenol and column based approaches lost primarily large RNAs. Moreover, the use of phenol and combined techniques resulted in reduced yield of exosomal RNA, with a more narrow size distribution pattern resulting in an enrichment of small RNA including microRNA. In conclusion, the current study presents a unique comparison of seven different methods for extraction of exosomal RNA. As the different isolation methods give extensive variation in exosomal RNA yield and patterns, it is crucial to select an isolation approach depending on the research question at hand.
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- Eldh, Maria, 1980, et al.
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MicroRNA in exosomes isolated directly from the liver circulation in patients with metastatic uveal melanoma
- 2014
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Ingår i: BMC Cancer. - London : Springer Science and Business Media LLC. - 1471-2407. ; 14
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Uveal melanoma is a tumour arising from melanocytes of the eye, and 30 per cent of these patients develop liver metastases. Exosomes are small RNA containing nano-vesicles released by most cells, including malignant melanoma cells. This clinical translational study included patients undergoing isolated hepatic perfusion (IHP) for metastatic uveal melanoma, from whom exosomes were isolated directly from liver perfusates. The objective was to determine whether exosomes are present in the liver circulation, and to ascertain whether these may originate from melanoma cells.
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- Eldh, Maria, et al.
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Proteomic Profiling of Tissue Exosomes Indicates Continuous Release of Malignant Exosomes in Urinary Bladder Cancer Patients, Even with Pathologically Undetectable Tumour
- 2021
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Ingår i: Cancers. - : MDPI. - 2072-6694. ; 13:13
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Simple Summary Urinary bladder cancer (UBC) has a high recurrence rate, and biomarkers for different treatment strategies are highly needed. This study investigated the release of nanovesicles called exosomes from urinary bladder tissue from tumour-proximal sites as well as tumour-distant sites in transurethrally resected (TUR-B) patients with or without preoperative neoadjuvant chemotherapy prior to ensuing radical cystectomy-all without remaining visible tumour after TUR-B. We show that cancer-promoting exosomes were detected from both sites, suggesting that the previous tumour has altered the whole bladder tissue into a cancer-supporting milieu. The exosomes may originate from remaining pathologically undetectable cancer cells or transformed epithelial cells, and the study supports the notion of exosomes as mediators of metastatic spread and as potential biomarkers. It also supports early and radical removal of the bladder in urinary bladder cancer patients. Invasive urothelial bladder cancer (UBC) has high recurrence rates even after radical cystectomy (RC). Exosomes are membrane-bound nanovesicles, which have been shown to contribute to carcinogenesis and metastasis. We previously showed that urinary exosomes display a malignant profile in UBC patients despite the absence of detectable tumour. Here, we investigated exosomes from sampling sites close to or distant from the former tumour, aiming to understand the effect of the tumour on the local milieu. Ten patients scheduled for cystectomy after transurethral bladder resection (TUR-B), without remaining detectable tumour, were included. Exosomes were isolated from tissue explants of both the previous tumour site and distant bladder tissue. Proteins were quantified by mass spectrometry in seven patients. Exosomes from the previous tumour site were enriched in inflammatory but not cancer-related pathways compared to distant tissue. However, the 69 most abundant proteins in tissue-derived exosomes regardless of site, 20 of which were also found in urinary exosomes from our previous study, were enriched for cancer-related metabolic pathways and associated with poor prognosis in an external mRNA dataset. The enrichment of cancer-related pathways in the most abundant proteins, regardless of sampling site, confirms our hypothesis that despite the absence of detectable tumour, the entire bladder releases exosomes that contribute to metastasis and highlights the need for early RC.
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- Fjordkvist, Erika, 1985-, et al.
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First-line managers' experience of guideline implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic
- 2024
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Ingår i: Journal of Advanced Nursing. - : John Wiley & Sons. - 0309-2402 .- 1365-2648.
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- AIM(S): To explore first-line managers' experience of guideline implementation in orthopaedic care during the COVID-19 pandemic.DESIGN: A descriptive, qualitative study.METHODS: Semi-structured interviews with 30 first-line nursing and rehabilitation managers in orthopaedic healthcare at university, regional and local hospitals. The interviews were analysed by thematic analysis.RESULTS: First-line managers described the implementation of guidelines related to the pandemic as different from everyday knowledge translation, with a swifter uptake and time freed from routine meetings in order to support staff in adoption and adherence. The urgent need to address the crisis facilitated guideline implementation, even though there were specific pandemic-related barriers such as staffing and communication issues. An overarching theme, Hanging on to guidelines for dear life, is substantiated by three themes: Adapting to facilitate change, Anchoring safety through guidelines and Embracing COVID guidelines.CONCLUSION: A health crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic can generate enabling elements for guideline implementation in healthcare, despite prevailing or new hindering components. The experience of guideline implementation during the COVID-19 pandemic can improve understanding of context aspects that can benefit organizations in everyday translation of evidence into practice.IMPLICATIONS FOR THE PROFESSION AND/OR PATIENT CARE: Recognizing what enabled guideline implementation in a health crisis can help first-line managers to identify local enabling context elements and processes. This can facilitate future guideline implementation.IMPACT: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare context and staff's motivation for guideline recognition and adoption changed. Resources and ways to bridge barriers in guideline implementation emerged, although specific challenges arose. Nursing managers can draw on experiences from the COVID-19 pandemic to support implementation of new evidence-based practices in the future.REPORTING METHOD: This study adheres to the EQUATOR guidelines by using Standards for Reporting Qualitative Research (SRQR). No Patient or Public Contribution.
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- Hiltbrunner, Stefanie, et al.
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Urinary Exosomes from Bladder Cancer Patients Show a Residual Cancer Phenotype despite Complete Pathological Downstaging
- 2020
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Ingår i: Scientific Reports. - : Nature Publishing Group. - 2045-2322. ; 10:1
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Invasive urinary bladder cancer shows high recurrence rates after cystectomy even with apparent complete downstaging at cystectomy. Exosomes are nano-sized vesicles important in cell-cell communication, which have been hypothesized to contribute to cancer dissemination and recurrence. The aim of this study was to investigate if pro-carcinogenic exosomes could be detected in urine from histologically downstaged bladder cancer patients. 13 Patients were included in this study. Paired ureter and urine samples from nine patients underwent mass spectrometry, while samples from the remaining patients were used for exosome characterization. At cystectomy, exosomes were isolated from bladder and ureter urine, whereafter quantitative proteome profiling was performed. Urinary exosomes clustered based on whether they came from the bladder, with tumour contact, or the ureters, without tumour contact, even though all came from completely downstaged patients. Proteins overexpressed in exosomes derived from bladder urine contained several oncogenes and were mainly associated with tumour metabolism pathways. Although patients were histologically tumour-free at cystectomy, the bladder urine contained exosomes with a carcinogenic metabolic profile. This suggests a continuous release of exosomes from the bladder, which may promote recurrence at distant sites through metabolic rewiring, even after apparent complete downstaging. These exosomes, coming from either undetected cancer cells or partly transformed cells, are likely to increase the risk of metastasis and encourages cystectomy even in completely downstaged patients.
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- Hälleberg Nyman, Maria, 1968-, et al.
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Identifying the knowledge to translate : the example of urinary incontinence in older people
- 2015
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Ingår i: Nordic Conference on Implementation of Evidence-Based Practice.
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Konferensbidrag (refereegranskat)abstract
- Background: While urinary incontinence (UI) is a common and worrying issue among older people, promoting the use of evidence to prevent UI onset has rarely been studied. An earlier study that was conducted in nursing homes suggests that UI can be better assessed and managed, but the prevention of UI onset requires attention to the issue by staff within acute care settings. Aim: To report on the internal facilitators’ (IF) transition, identifying the 'know-do gap' between evidence and practice in UI prevention in orthopaedic care.Methods: The Onset PrevenTion of Incontinence in Orthopaedic Nursing and rehabilitation (OPTION) pilot was carried out in two Swedish orthopaedic units of different size and location. The pilot project included a programme to support nursing and rehab staff to facilitate knowledge translation (KT). Five IFs were interviewed at baseline, and one and three months after the intervention was completed, and non-participant observations were performed during the KT-intervention. Interviews and observations were triangulated, depicting when and how the IFs identified the present, local UI practice, the evidence on UI, and the know-do gap in preventing UI onset in older patients undergoing hip surgery.Results: Preliminary results indicate that before the study, neither the IFs nor their fellows at the units were aware that they could prevent UI onset. Rather, through mapping their context and matching the evidence provided by the dialogue with the experts in the KTintervention, the IFs became aware of which practice was evidence based and which evidence to implement, and how to facilitate KT and promote evidence use.Conclusion: The OPTION pilot indicates that KT can be promoted by tailored implementation strategies and tailoring evidence, supported by IFs awareness and understanding of the local know-do gap, and strategies to overcome barriers and promote use of evidence.
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- Hälleberg Nyman, Maria, 1968-, et al.
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Promoting evidence-based urinary incontinence management in acute nursing and rehabilitation care : A process evaluation of an implementation intervention in the orthopaedic context
- 2019
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Ingår i: Journal of Evaluation In Clinical Practice. - : Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Inc.. - 1356-1294 .- 1365-2753. ; 25:2, s. 282-289
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- RATIONALE, AIMS, AND OBJECTIVES: The risk of developing urinary incontinence (UI) is associated with older age and hip surgery. There has been limited focus on factors that promote evidence-based UI practice in the orthopaedic context. The aim of this study was to evaluate an implementation intervention to support evidence-based practice for UI in patients aged 65 or older undergoing hip surgery.METHODS: A 3-month intervention was delivered in 2014 to facilitate the implementation of UI knowledge in orthopaedic units in 2 hospitals in Sweden. Each unit appointed a multidisciplinary team of nurses and physiotherapists or occupational therapists to facilitate the implementation. The teams were supported by external facilitators who shared knowledge about UI and implementation science. Interviews, nonparticipant observations, and audits of patient records were performed.RESULTS: Prior to the intervention, there was no use of guidelines regarding UI. The intervention raised the internal facilitators' awareness of UI risks associated with hip surgery. As internal facilitators shared this information with their peers, staff awareness of UI increased. The teams of internal facilitators described needing additional time and support from managers to implement evidence-based UI care. A management initiative triggered by the intervention increased the documentation of UI and urinary problems in 1 unit.CONCLUSION: To promote evidence-based practice related to safe procedures for older people in hospital care, there is a need to better understand strategies that successfully facilitate knowledge implementation. This study suggests that a multiprofessional team approach is promising for instigating a process towards evidence-based management of UI.
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- Hälleberg Nyman, Maria, 1968-, et al.
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Urinary incontinence and its management in patients aged 65 and older in orthopaedic care : what nursing and rehabilitation staff know and do
- 2017
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Ingår i: Journal of Clinical Nursing. - West Sussex, United Kingdom : Wiley-Blackwell Publishing Inc.. - 0962-1067 .- 1365-2702. ; 26:21-22, s. 3345-3353
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Aims and objectives: To describe what nursing and rehabilitation staff know and do with regards to urinary incontinence and risk of urinary incontinence in patients 65 years or older undergoing hip surgery.Background: Urinary incontinence is a common but often neglected issue for older people. Despite the existence of evidence-based guidelines on how to assess, manage and prevent UI, there are indications that these guidelines are not applied in hospital care.Design: A qualitative study with descriptive design was conducted in two orthopaedic units.Methods: 46 interviews and 36 observations of care were conducted from January to October 2014 and analysed with qualitative content analysis.Results: Enrolled nurses performed most of the care related to bladder function, with focus on urinary catheterisation and preventing urinary tract infection and urinary retention. Registered nurses' role in urinary matters mainly comprised documentation, while the rehabilitation staff focused on making it possible for the patient to be independent in toileting. The nursing staff considered urinary incontinence a common condition for older people and that it was convenient for the patients to have an indwelling catheter or incontinence pad/pant, although they acknowledged some of the risks associated with these procedures.Conclusions: Urinary incontinence is not a priority in orthopaedic care, and urinary incontinence guidelines are not applied. Further, attitudes and actions are mainly characterised by a lack of urinary incontinence knowledge and the nursing and rehabilitation staff do not take a team approach to preventing and managing UI.Relevance and clinical practive: An increased focus on knowledge on urinary incontinence and evidence-based guidelines is needed. To secure evidence-based practice, the team of nursing and rehabilitation staff and managers must be aligned and work actively together, also including the patient in the team.
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- Larssen, Pia, et al.
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Tracing Cellular Origin of Human Exosomes Using Multiplex Proximity Extension Assay
- 2017
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Ingår i: Molecular & Cellular Proteomics. - 1535-9476 .- 1535-9484. ; 16:3, s. 502-511
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are membrane-coated objects such as exosomes and microvesicles, released by many cell-types. Their presence in body fluids and the variable surface composition and content render them attractive potential biomarkers. The ability to determine their cellular origin could greatly move the field forward. We used multiplex proximity extension assays (PEA) to identify with high specificity and sensitivity the protein profiles of exosomes of different origins, including seven cell lines and two different body fluids. By comparing cells and exosomes, we successfully identified the cells originating the exosomes. Furthermore, by principal component analysis of protein patterns human milk EVs and prostasomes released from prostate acinar cells clustered with cell lines from breast and prostate tissues, respectively. Milk exosomes uniquely expressed CXCL5, MIA and KLK6, while prostasomes carried NKX31, GSTP1 and SRC, highlighting that EVs originating from different origins express distinct proteins. In conclusion, PEA provides a powerful protein screening tool in exosome research, for purposes of identifying the cell source of exosomes, or new biomarkers in diseases such as cancer and inflammation.
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- Lässer, Cecilia, 1981, et al.
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Human saliva, plasma and breast milk exosomes contain RNA: uptake by macrophages.
- 2011
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Ingår i: Journal of Translational Medicine. - : Springer Science and Business Media LLC. - 1479-5876. ; 9:9
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- BACKGROUND: Exosomes are 30-100 nm membrane vesicles of endocytic origin produced by numerous cells. They can mediate diverse biological functions, including antigen presentation. Exosomes have recently been shown to contain functional RNA, which can be delivered to other cells. Exosomes may thus mediate biological functions either by surface-to-surface interactions with cells, or by the delivery of functional RNA to cells. Our aim was therefore to determine the presence of RNA in exosomes from human saliva, plasma and breast milk and whether these exosomes can be taken up by macrophages. METHOD: Exosomes were purified from human saliva, plasma and breast milk using ultracentrifugation and filtration steps. Exosomes were detected by electron microscopy and examined by flow cytometry. Flow cytometry was performed by capturing the exosomes on anti-MHC class II coated beads, and further stain with anti-CD9, anti-CD63 or anti-CD81. Breast milk exosomes were further analysed for the presence of Hsc70, CD81 and calnexin by Western blot. Total RNA was detected with a Bioanalyzer and mRNA was identified by the synthesis of cDNA using an oligo (dT) primer and analysed with a Bioanalyzer. The uptake of PKH67-labelled saliva and breast milk exosomes by macrophages was examined by measuring fluorescence using flow cytometry and fluorescence microscopy. RESULTS: RNA was detected in exosomes from all three body fluids. A portion of the detected RNA in plasma exosomes was characterised as mRNA. Our result extends the characterisation of exosomes in healthy humans and confirms the presence of RNA in human saliva and plasma exosomes and reports for the first time the presence of RNA in breast milk exosomes. Our results also show that the saliva and breast milk exosomes can be taken up by human macrophages. CONCLUSIONS: Exosomes in saliva, plasma and breast milk all contain RNA, confirming previous findings that exosomes from several sources contain RNA. Furthermore, exosomes are readily taken up by macrophages, supporting the notion that exosomal RNA can be shuttled between cells.
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- Lässer, Cecilia, 1981, et al.
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Isolation and characterization of RNA-containing exosomes.
- 2012
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Ingår i: Journal of Visualized Experiments (JoVE). - : MyJove Corporation. - 1940-087X. ; 59
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- The field of exosome research is rapidly expanding, with a dramatic increase in publications in recent years. These small vesicles (30-100 nm) of endocytic origin were first proposed to function as a way for reticulocytes to eradicate the transferrin receptor while maturing into erythrocytes, and were later named exosomes. Exosomes are formed by inward budding of late endosomes, producing multivesicular bodies (MVBs), and are released into the environment by fusion of the MVBs with the plasma membrane. Since the first discovery of exosomes, a wide range of cells have been shown to release these vesicles. Exosomes have also been detected in several biological fluids, including plasma, nasal lavage fluid, saliva and breast milk. Furthermore, it has been demonstrated that the content and function of exosomes depends on the originating cell and the conditions under which they are produced. A variety of functions have been demonstrated for exosomes, such as induction of tolerance against allergen, eradication of established tumors in mice, inhibition and activation of natural killer cells, promotion of differentiation into T regulatory cells, stimulation of T cell proliferation and induction of T cell apoptosis. Year 2007 we demonstrated that exosomes released from mast cells contain messenger RNA (mRNA) and microRNA (miRNA), and that the RNA can be shuttled from one cell to another via exosomes. In the recipient cells, the mRNA shuttled by exosomes was shown to be translated into protein, suggesting a regulatory function of the transferred RNA. Further, we have also shown that exosomes derived from cells grown under oxidative stress can induce tolerance against further stress in recipient cells and thus suggest a biological function of the exosomal shuttle RNA. Cell culture media and biological fluids contain a mixture of vesicles and shed fragments. A high quality isolation method for exosomes, followed by characterization and identification of the exosomes and their content, is therefore crucial to distinguish exosomes from other vesicles and particles. Here, we present a method for the isolation of exosomes from both cell culture medium and body fluids. This isolation method is based on repeated centrifugation and filtration steps, followed by a final ultracentrifugation step in which the exosomes are pelleted. Important methods to identify the exosomes and characterize the exosomal morphology and protein content are highlighted, including electron microscopy, flow cytometry and Western blot. The purification of the total exosomal RNA is based on spin column chromatography and the exosomal RNA yield and size distribution is analyzed using a Bioanalyzer.
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- Lässer, Cecilia, 1981, et al.
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The Role of Exosomal Shuttle RNA (esRNA) in Cell-to-Cell Communication
- 2013
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Ingår i: Emerging Concepts of Tumor Exosome–Mediated Cell-Cell Communication. - New York, NY : Springer. - 9781461436966 ; , s. 33-45
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Bokkapitel (övrigt vetenskapligt/konstnärligt)abstract
- Cell-to-cell communication can occur in several ways, with or without cell contact. Exosomes play a role in one of the most recently discovered and versatile cell-to-cell communications, which do not require cell contact and that can act over long distances. The RNA content, mRNA and microRNA, is protected by the exosomes rigid membranes, which makes it possible for cells to communicate long-distance RNA messages via the circulation system. Their mRNA content differs substantially from their mother cell mRNA content, whereas their microRNA content seems to reflect their cellular origin more. This chapter reviews the role of exosomes in cell-to-cell communication and in particular the role of exosomal shuttle RNA (esRNA). This is a new and rapidly expanding field of research that has given cell-to-cell communication an increased complexity and that has great potential within both diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
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- Malmhäll, Carina, 1959, et al.
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MicroRNA-155 is essential for TH2-mediated allergen-induced eosinophilic inflammation in the lung.
- 2014
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Ingår i: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. - : Elsevier BV. - 0091-6749. ; 133:5, s. 1429-1438
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- BACKGROUND: Allergic asthma is a chronic disease of the conducting airways characterized by TH2 inflammation and tissue remodeling after exposure to inhaled allergens. Although the TH2 profile is undisputed, the underlying molecular mechanisms leading to this abnormal TH2 profile remain largely unclear. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are short noncoding RNAs that are important regulators of gene expression in the immune system. However, the role of miRNAs, specifically miR-155, in the regulation of allergic airway inflammation is unexplored. OBJECTIVES: We sought to assess the contribution of miR-155 in a mouse model of allergic airway inflammation. METHODS: To investigate a role for miR-155 in the regulation of allergic inflammation in vivo, we used miR-155 knockout (KO) and wild-type (WT) mice sensitized and exposed to ovalbumin. RESULTS: miR-155 deficiency resulted in diminished eosinophilic inflammation and mucus hypersecretion in the lungs of allergen-sensitized and allergen-challenged mice compared with WT control animals. This was supported by a reduction in TH2 cell numbers and airway TH2 cytokine levels and complete abrogation of allergen-induced airway eotaxin-2/CCL24 and periostin levels in miR-155 KO mice. Intranasal instillation of eotaxin-2/CCL24 before allergen challenge partially restored airway eosinophilia in miR-155 KO mice, and adoptive transfer of CD4(+) T cells resulted in a similar degree of airway eosinophilia in miR-155 KO and WT mice. Furthermore, the transcription factor PU.1, a negative regulator of TH2 cytokine production, was upregulated in the airways of allergen-challenged miR-155 KO mice compared with WT mice. CONCLUSIONS: Our data provides evidence that miR-155 contributes to the regulation of allergic airway inflammation by modulating TH2 responses through the transcription factor PU.1.
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- Rupert, Deborah, 1986, et al.
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Determination of exosome concentration in solution using surface plasmon resonance spectroscopy.
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Ingår i: Analytical Chemistry. - : American Chemical Society (ACS). - 0003-2700 .- 1520-6882. ; 86:12, s. 5929-5936
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Exosomes are cell-secreted nanometer-sized extracellular vesicles that have been reported to play an important role in intercellular communication. They are also considered potential diagnostic markers for various health disorders, and intense investigations are presently directed towards their use as carriers in drug-delivery and gene-therapy applications. This has generated a growing need for sensitive methods capable of accurately and specifically determining the concentration of exosomes in complex biological fluids. Here, we explore the use of label-free surface-based sensing with surface plasmon resonance (SPR) read-out to determine the concentration of exosomes in solution. Human mast cell secreted exosomes carrying the tetraspanin membrane protein CD63 were analyzed by measuring their diffusion-limited binding rate to an SPR sensor surface functionalized with anti-CD63 antibodies. The concentration of suspended exosomes was determined by first converting the SPR response into surface-bound mass. The increase in mass uptake over time was then related to the exosome concentration in solution using a formalism describing diffusion-limited binding under controlled flow conditions. The proposed quantification method is based on a calibration and control measurements performed with proteins and synthetic lipid vesicles and takes into account i) the influence of the broad size distribution of the exosomes on the surface coverage, ii) the fact that their size is comparable to the ~150 nm probing depth of SPR, and iii) possible deformation of exosomes upon adsorption. Under those considerations, the accuracy of the concentration determination was estimated to be better than ±50% and significantly better if exosome deformation is negligible.
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- Sköld, Patricia, et al.
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Patient participation in orthopaedic care-a survey on hip surgery patients' preferences for and experiences of engagement in their health and healthcare
- 2024
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Ingår i: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing. - : Elsevier. - 1878-1241 .- 1878-1292. ; 54
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- INTRODUCTION: Quality in health services is increasingly associated with enabling patients to participate in their own health and healthcare by recognising their resources and needs. Despite a growing recognition as to whether such participation is enabled, little is known regarding opportunities for preference-based patient participation in orthopaedic care. AIMS: To investigate preference-based participation for patients in orthopaedic care due to hip surgery.METHODS: Patients across 17 Swedish orthopaedic units who had had hip surgery, due to hip fracture or osteoarthritis, January-April 2021 were invited to complete the validated 4Ps questionnaire. Of 1514 patients, 458 patients returned the questionnaire with reports on their preferences for and experiences of participation. Each of the 4Ps' 12 items were analysed separately using descriptive and comparative statistics.RESULTS: A complete match in preferences for, and experiences of, participation was achieved with variation between items for 41%-50% of the patients; if almost matches were included, this occurred for 57%-77% of the patients. Less participation than preferred was most common in terms of having had reciprocal communication, opportunities for partaking in planning, and in learning how to manage symptoms/issues. Hip fracture surgery was significantly associated with experiencing lower levels of participation than preferred.CONCLUSION: Though standardised care promotes efficient hip surgery care, our study suggests a need for more person-centred opportunities to engage. A discrepancy was noted between patients' resources and preparation for their participation in and beyond the hip surgery process, particularly for self-care activities, calling for better use of nursing resources. ID: NCT04700969 with the U.S National Institutes of Health Clinical Registry.
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- Winberg, Madeleine, et al.
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Adherence to evidence-based guidelines for prevention of urinary retention in hip surgery patients : A multicentre observational study
- 2024
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Ingår i: International Journal for Quality in Health Care. - : Pergamon Press. - 1353-4505 .- 1464-3677. ; 36:2
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- BACKGROUND: Urinary retention is a healthcare complication putting patients at risk of unnecessary suffering and harm. Orthopaedic patients are known to face an increased such risk, calling for evidence-based preoperative assessment and corresponding measures to prevent bladder problems. The aim of this study was to evaluate healthcare professionals' adherence to risk assessment guidelines for urinary retention in hip surgery patients.METHODS: This was an observational study from January 2021 to April 2021 with a descriptive and comparative design, triangulating three data sources. 1) Medical records for 1382 hip surgery patients across 17 hospitals in Sweden were reviewed for preoperative risk assessments for urinary retention and voiding-related variables at discharge. 2) The patients completed a survey regarding postoperative lower urinary tract symptoms, and 3) data was extracted from a national quality registry regarding type of surgery, preoperative physical status, and perioperative urinary complications. Group differences were analysed with Chi-square/ Fisher's exact test, t-test, Wilcoxon rank sum test, or Mann-Whitney U-test. Logistic regression was used to analyse variables associated with completed risk assessments for urinary retention.RESULTS: Of all study participants, 23.4% (n =323) had a preoperative documented risk assessment of urinary retention. Whether a risk assessment was performed was significantly associated with acute surgery (OR 3.56, 95% CI 2.48-5.12) and undergoing surgery at an academic hospital (OR 4.59, 95% CI 2.68-7.85). Acute patients were more often affected by urinary retention and had bladder issues and/or an indwelling catheter at discharge. More than every tenth patient (11. 9 %, n =53) completing the survey experienced intensified bladder problems after their hip surgery.CONCLUSION: The study shows a lack of adherence to risk assessment for urinary retention according to evidence-based guidelines, which negatively affects quality of care and patient safety.
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- Winberg, Madeleine, 1979-
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Evidensbaserad blåsövervakning vid ortopedisk vård : Patienters erfarenheter och personals följsamhet till riskbedömning vid höftkirurgi
- 2023
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Licentiatavhandling (övrigt vetenskapligt/konstnärligt)abstract
- Background: Hip surgery, a common healthcare procedure in Sweden and worldwide, is like other surgical procedures associated with risks of complications, such as urinary retention. Urinary retention is prompted by several factors experienced by the orthopaedic patient, such as pain, bed rest, medication (opioids, anaesthesia) and intravenous treatment with fluids. To prevent urinary retention or other voiding complications, there are evidence-based guidelines, supporting safe clinical care and averting unnecessary care injuries. Prior studies indicate that these guidelines are neither fully known nor used by orthopaedic staff, but bladder distension is still one of the most common adverse events in Swedish orthopaedic care. This licentiate thesis represents two studies, constituted by baseline data from 17 orthopaedic units in the Onset PrevenTIon of urinary retention in Orthopaedic Nursing and rehabilitation (OPTION) trial. Aim: The overall aim was to explore patients’ experiences of bladder care and voiding issues due to hip surgery and to evaluate staffs’ adherence to risk assessment for urinary retention according to evidence-based guide-lines. Design and method: Study I had a descriptive design and data was analysed using inductive content analysis. Study II was an observational study analysed with descriptive and comparative statistics, and logistic regressions. Findings: Patients experienced that bladder care and monitoring seemed important, although the reason was not fully explained to them, nor the related risk between hip surgery and urinary retention. Those experiencing bladder issues postoperatively managed and sought care on their own, not associating such events with their hip surgery. The bladder issues were described as negatively affecting daily life. Documentation in medical records (n=1382) indicated low adherence to recommended risk assessment for urinary retention (23.4%), and performed assessment was significantly associated with acute surgery or being treated at an academic hospital. Acute patients experienced urinary retention or other bladder issues more frequently, and among those patients completing a survey (n=447), 11.9% reported increased bladder issues after surgery. Conclusions: With a lack of communication with patients about bladder care, and limited adherence to risk assessment for urinary retention, further efforts to reinforce guideline implementation are needed. This should include a more patient-centred approach in the attempts to provide better, safer and more equal care.
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- Winberg, Madeleine, et al.
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Patients’ experiences of urinary retention and bladder care : A qualitative study in orthopaedic care
- 2023
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Ingår i: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing. - : Elsevier. - 1878-1241 .- 1878-1292. ; 50
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Tidskriftsartikel (refereegranskat)abstract
- Background: Urinary retention is a common complication associated with hip surgery. There are easily available, evidence-based clinical practice guidelines prescribing how to prevent both urinary retention and other voiding issues, by means of bladder monitoring and risk assessments. A detected lack of adherence to such guidelines increases risks for unnecessary suffering among patients but a greater understanding of patients’ experiences can benefit tailored interventions to address quality and safety gaps in orthopaedic nursing and rehabilitation.Purpose: The aim was to describe patients’ experiences of urinary retention, bladder issues, and bladder care in orthopaedic care due to hip surgery.Method: This was a qualitative study with a descriptive design: content analysis with an inductive approach was applied to interviews (n = 32) and survey free-text responses (n = 122) across 17 orthopaedic units in Sweden.Results: The patients had received no or limited details for the recurrent bladder care interventions (such as bladder scans and prompted voiding) while at the hospital. They relied on the staff for safe procedures but were left to themselves to manage and comprehend prevailing bladder issues. Despite the patients’ experiences of bladder issues or the risk of urinary retention postoperatively, the link to hip surgery remained unknown to the patients, leaving them searching for self-management strategies and further care.Conclusions: Patients’ perspectives on bladder care, urinary retention and bladder issues can serve as a means for increased understanding of procedures and issues, reinforcing improved implementation of guidelines, including person-centred information. Safer bladder procedures imply further patient engagement, highlighted in guidelines.
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