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  1. Qin Q, Cheng L, Wang JJ, Mohd Shariff N
    Nurse Educ Pract, 2024 Dec 13;82:104233.
    PMID: 39693945 DOI: 10.1016/j.nepr.2024.104233
    AIM: This study aims to synthesize and analyze a trauma-informed care (TIC) framework and its applications in nursing practice and education.

    DESIGN: This study employed a hybrid systematic narrative review.

    METHODS: Eligible studies were reviewed following the hybrid systematic narrative review guidelines. Peer-reviewed articles published in English between January 2015 and June 2024 were included. These articles were retrieved from CINAHL, PubMed, Web of Science and Scopus databases. Quantitative, qualitative and mixed-methods studies were also included. All the included studies underwent data synthesis, analysis and quality assessment.

    RESULTS: Sixteen studies were included: twelve studies examined trauma-informed care (TIC) in nursing practice and four focused on nursing education. Four primary frameworks were identified, with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) framework being the most referenced. Most nurses held positive attitudes toward TIC, although their knowledge levels were generally moderate. Educational interventions significantly improved the TIC skills of nursing students. Although TIC offers substantial benefits, its implementation remains challenging. These challenges include time constraints, limited resources and concerns regarding potential re-traumatization.

    CONCLUSION: Nurses generally showed positive attitudes toward TIC; however, significant knowledge gaps and implementation barriers remained. Addressing these challenges by incorporating TIC into nursing education could enhance nursing competencies. Standardized TIC education is essential for improving clinical practice and optimizing patient outcomes. Future research should evaluate the effectiveness of TIC in diverse healthcare settings and develop strategies to support nurses in high-pressure environments. Expanding and deepening TIC curricula holds significant potential for enhancing care quality and fostering a trauma-informed healthcare system.

  2. Cheng LE, Amoura Z, Cheah B, Hiepe F, Sullivan BA, Zhou L, et al.
    Arthritis Rheumatol, 2018 07;70(7):1071-1076.
    PMID: 29513931 DOI: 10.1002/art.40479
    OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety and potential efficacy of AMG 557, a fully human antibody directed against the inducible T cell costimulator ligand (ICOSL) in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with arthritis.

    METHODS: In this phase Ib, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study, patients received AMG 557 210 mg (n = 10) or placebo (n = 10) weekly for 3 weeks, then every other week for 10 additional doses. The corticosteroid dosage was tapered to ≤7.5 mg/day by day 85, and immunosuppressants were discontinued by day 29. Primary end points on day 169 were safety, immunogenicity, the Lupus Arthritis Response Index (LARI; defined by a reduction in the tender and swollen joint counts), ≥1-letter improvement in the musculoskeletal domain of the British Isles Lupus Assessment Group (BILAG) index, and medication discontinuation. The secondary/exploratory end points were changes in the tender and swollen joint counts, BILAG index scores (musculoskeletal, global), and the Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI).

    RESULTS: The incidence of adverse events, most of which were mild, was similar between groups. LARI responses occurred in 3 of 10 patients receiving AMG 557 and 1 of 10 patients receiving placebo (P = 0.58). More patients in the AMG 557 group achieved a ≥4-point improvement in the SLEDAI score on day 169 (7 of 10 patients) compared with the placebo group (2 of 10 patients) (P = 0.07). Patients treated with AMG 557 (versus placebo) had greater improvements from baseline in the global BILAG index scores (-36.3% versus -24.7%) and the SLEDAI score (-47.8% versus -10.7%) and in tender (-22.8% versus -13.5%) and swollen (-62.1% versus -7.8%) joint counts on day 169.

    CONCLUSION: AMG 557 showed safety and potential efficacy, supporting further evaluation of the clinical efficacy of ICOSL blockade in patients with SLE.

  3. Wang X, Zhang L, Cheng L, Wang Y, Li M, Yu J, et al.
    Cancer Lett, 2024 Aug 12.
    PMID: 39142499 DOI: 10.1016/j.canlet.2024.217184
    Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second most prevalent cancer in men worldwide, presenting a significant global public health challenge that necessitates early detection and personalized treatment. Recently, non-invasive liquid biopsy methods have emerged as promising tools to provide insights into the genetic landscape of PCa and monitor disease progression, aiding decision-making at all stages. Research efforts have concentrated on identifying liquid biopsy biomarkers to improve PCa diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment prediction. This article reviews recent research advances over the last five years utilizing extracellular vesicles (EVs) as a natural biomarker library for PCa, and discusses the clinical translation of EV biomarkers, including ongoing trials and key implementation challenges. The findings underscore the transformative role of liquid biopsy, particularly EV-based biomarkers, in revolutionizing PCa diagnosis, prediction, and treatment.
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