Rappaport Faculty

Nov 27, 2024 | link.springer.com | Rappaport Faculty |Petah Tikva

AbstractTo assess the postpartum sensitivity and accuracy of serum HbA1c levels, compared to the gold standard of 75-g Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), for diagnosis of dysglycemia in patients with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). A nationwide retrospective analysis of individuals with a history of GDM and with records of both postpartum 2 h-OGTT and serum HbA1c measured anytime between delivery until 12 months post-delivery.

Nov 25, 2024 | link.springer.com | Rappaport Faculty

AbstractInfantile hemangioma (IH) is a common benign tumor in infants. While most cases exhibit a self-limiting nature, some require medical treatment to avoid complications. Propranolol is the first-line therapy for IH, it has a high success rate, and is safe to use. Unfortunately, some patients might experience rebound growth after propranolol discontinuation. Currently, it is unclear which factors predict this phenomenon.

Sep 27, 2024 | link.springer.com | Rappaport Faculty |Azrieli Faculty

AbstractThere is limited and inconsistent evidence that imply a relationship between ABO blood types and rate of preterm birth (PTB). We aim to examine the association between maternal ABO blood group and PTB rate. A retrospective-study conducted at a university teaching institution on data collected between 2013 and 2019. Women who delivered a viable neonate at ≥ 24 weeks without major malformations were included. Indicated PTBs were excluded.

Sep 3, 2024 | cell.com | Rappaport Faculty

SignificanceYAP plays an important mechanosignaling role in essential processes such as cell proliferation and apoptosis. Our recent study shows accumulation in small adhesions of YAP phosphorylated at the Y357 residue. In contrast, formation of larger adhesions on stiff matrices significantly reduces YAP Y357 phosphorylation.

Aug 27, 2024 | link.springer.com | Rappaport Faculty

AbstractOptimal sperm DNA integrity is essential for fertilization and embryo health. Research indicates that testicular sperm (TS), obtained via TESA or TESE, typically show lower sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) than ejaculated sperm after standard abstinence. Shortening abstinence to less than 2 days might reduce SDF, offering a less invasive and more cost-effective alternative to surgical sperm retrieval.