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Happy Holidays From AATB
As 2024 comes to a close, AATB would like to wish its members, partners, and other industry professionals a safe and happy holiday season. As we reflect on the past year for the industry, we would like to provide the readers of the AATB NewsBrief a look at some of the most accessed articles from the year. Our regular publication will resume Wednesday, January 8.
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Unilateral Enlarged Right Accessory Axillary Breast Tissue in a Male: A Case Report
Cureus
A new case study suggests patients with axillary accessory breast tissue should consider surgery to remove the breasts. The procedure is relatively safe and can eliminate potential malignancy.
Tissue Approximation Devices Show Their Strengths for Defect Closure
Gastroenterology & Endoscopy News
In a trial comparing dual action tissue clip (DAT) and tack/suture device X-Tack for closing gastric mucosa defects, DAT is faster and cost-effective, while X-Tack is more effective for duodenal defects, offering valuable options in advanced endoscopy.
Community-Acquired Staphylococcus Aureus Skin and Soft Tissue Infection Risk Assessment Using Hotspot Analysis and Risk Maps: The Case of California Emergency Departments
BMC Public Health
Higher infection rates of community-acquired Staphylococcus aureus (CA-Sa) were observed in rural and mountainous areas, with associated factors including high poverty rates and healthcare shortage designation. The findings suggest a shift in CA-Sa SSTI patterns, warranting further exploration in different regions.
Meet a First-Generation Researcher Advancing Frontiers in Tissue Engineering
Boise State News
The work of Boise State University's Mone’t Sawyer pioneers 3D bioscaffold research, offering potential for personalized solutions in tissue repair.
RecoLoc™ Tissue Recovery Storage System
Instant Systems®
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Life Span Increases in Mice When Specific Brain Cells are Activated
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
A study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis identifies a critical communication pathway between the brain and fat tissue in mice, crucial for energy production throughout the body. Manipulating this pathway in aged mice increased physical activity, delayed aging, and extended lifespan.
UTIs' Surprising Link to Breast Tissue Changes in Women
Cell Science
In a study with mice, researchers discovered UTIs (urinary tract infections) can cause the body to restructure breast tissue that is reversible once the infections are healed.
Exercise Stimulates Brain Function Thanks to Its Effect on Muscles, Study Suggests
Medical News Today
When muscle nerves are activated, they secrete bioactive molecules that enhance brain function.
About Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD)
Medical News Today
MCTD diagnosis is challenging due to overlapping symptoms, often requiring clinical evaluations and lab tests.
Peptide-Based Hydrogel Shows Promise for a Wide Range of Tissue and Organ Repair
Medical Xpress
A team from uOttawa created peptide-based hydrogels for tissue repair, offering versatile applications from wound closure to heart and corneal repair.
6 Incredible Images of the Human Brain Built With the Help of Google's AI
The Keyword
Harvard researchers partnered with Google to map a small portion of the human brain in great detail.
Accomplish Your Supply Chain Savings Goals in 2025
Blood Centers of America®
Blood Centers of America continues to drive savings into AATB members through their extensive supplier agreement portfolio. Are you looking to reduce your costs on lab supplies? How about reducing those shipping expenditures? Are you paying too much for waste removal services? BCA’s expert purchasing program team has the tools you need to accomplish your savings goals in 2025.
 
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