Research Happenings

Safety and Efficacy of Apixaban vs Enoxaparin for Preventing Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism in Women Undergoing Surgery for Gynecologic Malignant Neoplasm

This study seeks to answer the question: Is there an efficacious and safe oral treatment for thromboprophylaxis in postoperative patients with suspected gynecologic malignant neoplasms? Read abstract.

Perampanel in Real-World Clinical Care of Patients with Epilepsy at Carle: Regional Comparison of Results from PROVE Study 506

Research presented (in figure 5) shows how expertise in choosing the right medication can make a big impact on patients lives. This is expertise that outperformed the other epilepsy centers in the country, and is expertise available at Carle. View research poster presentation

Mechano-acoustic sensing of physiological processes and body motions via a soft wireless device placed at the suprasternal notch.

This report describes use of a first-ever, small, wireless sensor which listens to the body like a stethoscope and records movements. The device, which is the size of a band-aid, can be worn on the neck during sleep. Chest movement, breathing, and heart activity allow determination of sleep stages and detection of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This unique technology paves the way for diagnosis of OSA and other breathing abnormalities in the comfort of one’s own bed. Read abstract.