Biomedical subjects

M Sokol

Publications and source records attributed to M Sokol.

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PubMed1995

Decrease in hematocrit after coronary stent placement and dextran therapy.

In summary, dextran 40, when given after coronary stent placement, results in a marked decrease in hematocrit within 24 hours. Hematocrit often returns to near baseline levels within 48 hours of stopping dextran. This phenomenon most likely reflects dextran-related hemodilution. This hemodilutional decrease in hematocrit is often misinterpreted as acute blood loss and may result in blood transfusion in patients with low baseline hematocrit. However, far less aggressive anticoagulation regimens, which do not include dextran, are under investigation in patients undergoing coronary stent placement.

Angioplasty, Balloon, Coronary↗

PubMed1995

Creating a community of caring for families with special needs.

When parents are faced with the realization that their child has a disability or chronic illness, life is significantly changed. There can be tremendous emotional and economic stress as families seek diagnosis and treatment and face a bewildering search for appropriate programs. Uncertainty about the future and frustration with the present often leave caregivers overwhelmed. For these fragile families, a philosophy of family-centered care in their community is important. Ideally, this seamless system should offer continuity of care from birth through the childhood years and bridge medical, educational, and social services. Only in this environment can we assure that we are saving not only the infant but also the family.

Child↗

PubMed1987