
Characterizing the Genotype and Phenotype in Adults With Bardet-Biedl Syndrome
Bardet-Biedl SyndromeBardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS; OMIN #209900) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by six core features: rod-cone dystrophy (retinitis pigmentosa), polydactyly, obesity, genital anomalies, renal anomalies, and learning difficulties. This study aims to contribute to genetic and medical knowledge of BBS, and to provide information on quality of life in adults with BBS and their close relatives. Participants will undergo medical assessments (ocular, oral, and physical examinations) and self-reporting of quality of life, diet, cognitive and emotional symptoms. There are some known genotype-phenotype associations in BBS and participants will be offered genetic testing. It is important to map both genotype and associated phenotype in order to provide optimal treatment and follow-up. Individuals with BBS, age 16 years or older, will be invited to participate. The investigators expect to enroll at least 25 male and female adults with BBS and 15 of their parents to participate in qualitative interviews. These interviews will investigate parents' experiences having a child with BBS, satisfaction with health care services, experience with social and family life, and psychological health.

Mild Therapeutic Hypothermia for Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome and Cardiac Arrest Treated...
Cardiac ArrestAcute Coronary SyndromeMild Therapeutic Hypothermia for Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome and Cardiac Arrest Treated with Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (UNICORN) study is designed to determine whether mild therapeutic hypothermia (MTH) applied in patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS) and cardiac arrest treated with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is associated with better clinical outcomes as compared with therapy without MTH.

Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha Inhibition Using Etanercept in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue SyndromeMyalgic EncephalomyelitisThe hypothesis is that a subset of patients with chronic fatigue syndrome/ myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), including also patients with no clinical response after B-cell depletion therapy using the anti-CD20 antibody Rituximab, may benefit from tumor necrosis factor-alpha inhibition using Etanercept as weekly subcutaneous injections.

A Clinical Trial of Decitabine in Patients With Myelodysplastic Syndrome
Myelodysplastic SyndromeThe purpose of this study was to determine which of the doses of decitabine maximizes genomic demethylation in patients with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).

Motor Deficits and Signal Conduction in Individuals With Williams Syndrome
Williams SyndromeThe current study aims to validate basic research findings of abnormal conductivity and motor abilities from a mouse model in humans. The study will measure nerve conduction properties in WS individuals and characterize motor symptoms in individuals with WS.

Ultrasonographic Muscles and Fascia Measurement With Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial Pain SyndromePathologies in the trapezius muscle and rhomboid muscle are important in the course and treatment of the disease in patients with myofascial pain syndrome.

Prevalence of Tapia's Syndrome in Weaning Unit
Tapia's SyndromeTapia syndrome is a rare and poorly understood pathology. It is defined by a concomitant attack of the recurrent (branch of X) and hypoglossal (XII) nerves of peripheral or central origin. It is characterized by the paralysis of a vocal cord and the ipsilateral half of tongue. This damage is most often unilateral but it can also be bilateral. It results in dysphonia and swallowing disorders. Tapia syndrome is a rare and poorly understood pathology. To date, less than 100 cases have been described in the literature. Previous works are mainly case reports and literature reviews. No prevalence study has been performed to date. Furthermore, disagreements persist regarding the semiology. Indeed, the involvement of the soft palate is not always described.

Impact of Ticagrelor on the Endothelial Healing Following Drug-eluting Stent Implantation in the...
Acute Coronary SyndromeAcute Myocardial Infarction1 moreThe investigators hypothesized that ticagrelor may enhance endothelial healing after DES implantation by increasing adenosine concentrations by the inhibition of adenosine uptake into erythrocytes, compared to clopidogrel. Thus, the investigators will evaluate the extent of endothelialization (stent strut coverage) and neointimal hyperplasia (neointimal thickness) 3 months after DES implantation by optical coherence tomography (OCT)

Suprascapular Notch Cross-sectional Area Measured by Ultrasonography
Shoulder PainShoulder Impingement SyndromeChronic shoulder pain is one of the most common diseases affecting the quality of life today. Although there are multiple causes, one of the most common causes is shoulder impingement syndrome. Ultrasound can be used for diagnosis in patients whose treatment is difficult due to its complex structure. While the supraspinatus muscle, tendon and shoulder joint are the regions that are usually evaluated, the visualization of the Suprascapular notch is usually observed during injection. The connection between the suprascapular notch and the shoulder joint has been demonstrated in different studies.

Sedation With Sevoflurane Versus Propofol in Patients With Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Caused...
Acute Respiratory Distress SyndromeCOVID19 InfectionIt is a multicenter, national, randomized 1:1 ratio, controlled, parallel, open study. Patients with severe ARDS-CoVid19 will be included in the trial within the first 24 hours. Patients will be randomized to one of the treatment groups: SEV group: 25 patients with Sevoflurane sedation by inhalation, starting at 6 ml/h and changing every 15 minutes until an adequate level of sedation is achieved (BIS 40-50) PRO group: 25 patients standard sedation with intravenous propofol, starting with 2 mg/kg/h and changing every 15 minutes until an adequate level of sedation is achieved ( BIS 40-50)