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View article: A prospective study of serum folate levels in patients with solid tumors treated with olaparib
A prospective study of serum folate levels in patients with solid tumors treated with olaparib Open
Background Olaparib is a polyadenosine 5’-disphosphoribose polymerase inhibitor approved to treat advanced ovarian cancers with germline mutations. The link between olaparib-induced anemia and folate deficiency was described in a retrospec…
View article: Identifying Gaps in Tuberculosis Preventive Care for Non-U.S.-born Persons at Community Health Clinics in the United States
Identifying Gaps in Tuberculosis Preventive Care for Non-U.S.-born Persons at Community Health Clinics in the United States Open
Background Treating asymptomatic tuberculosis (TB) infection prevents TB disease and is critical for TB elimination in the United States (U.S.). In the U.S., TB disease disproportionately affects those born outside of the U.S. The quality …
View article: Heterogeneous Salmonella typhi transmission within a household: genomic insights from a chronic carrier
Heterogeneous Salmonella typhi transmission within a household: genomic insights from a chronic carrier Open
Introduction. Household outbreaks of Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi ( S. Typhi) typically involve genetically similar strains, often within a 0–5 single-nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) single linkage cluster. However, unusual genetic hete…
View article: Occurrence of Coliform Bacteria in Mudaffara Cheese from Producers and Supermarkets in Khartoum, Sudan, 2018
Occurrence of Coliform Bacteria in Mudaffara Cheese from Producers and Supermarkets in Khartoum, Sudan, 2018 Open
Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of coliform bacteria in Mudaffara cheese from local markets in Khartoum City. Methods: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study designed to isolate coliform bacteria from Mudaff…
View article: Identifying gaps in tuberculosis preventive care for non-U.S.-born persons at community health clinics in the United States
Identifying gaps in tuberculosis preventive care for non-U.S.-born persons at community health clinics in the United States Open
Background Treating asymptomatic tuberculosis (TB) infection prevents TB disease and is critical for TB elimination in the United States (U.S.). In the U.S., TB disease disproportionately affects those born outside of the U.S. The quality …
View article: Hepatocellular carcinoma first presenting with metastasis to the parotid gland: review of literature with case demonstration
Hepatocellular carcinoma first presenting with metastasis to the parotid gland: review of literature with case demonstration Open
Background Hepatocellular carcinoma is the most common primary hepatic cancer. It can spread to several distant sites including bones and the adrenals but has also been described to spread to other organs such as the heart, ovary, pharynx,…
View article: Sustainable Antimicrobial and Anticancer Agents: Eco‐Friendly Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles Using <i>Biebersteinia multifida</i> DC
Sustainable Antimicrobial and Anticancer Agents: Eco‐Friendly Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles Using <i>Biebersteinia multifida</i> DC Open
Biebersteinia multifida DC. is a wild therapeutic plant, traditionally used for various medicinal applications. The aim of the present study is to extract bioactive constituents from the plants' roots and synthesize copper nanoparticles (C…
View article: Methotrexate versus Ciclosporin in the Treatment of Severe Atopic Eczema in Children: An economic evaluation
Methotrexate versus Ciclosporin in the Treatment of Severe Atopic Eczema in Children: An economic evaluation Open
Background Eczema (also known as atopic dermatitis) affects 20% of United Kingdom children, with 16% experiencing moderate-to-severe eczema. Eczema impacts patients’ quality of life, mainly through intense itching and sleep disturbance. Mo…
View article: Supporting self-care for eczema in the community: the Eczema Care Online research programme including two RCTs
Supporting self-care for eczema in the community: the Eczema Care Online research programme including two RCTs Open
Background Eczema is a common condition with significant impact on quality of life. The main cause of treatment failure is non-use of prescribed treatments because treatments are time-consuming to apply; they may sting when first applied t…
View article: P-1126. Stratified Approach for Empiric Acyclovir in Neonates Presenting for Sepsis Evaluations
P-1126. Stratified Approach for Empiric Acyclovir in Neonates Presenting for Sepsis Evaluations Open
Background Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection is rare but associated with high rates of morbidity. Recent guidelines recommend considering HSV in infants ≤ 21 days of age presenting for sepsis evaluations with certain risk facto…
View article: Comparison of Two Interferon-Gamma Release Assays for Pediatric Tuberculosis Infection
Comparison of Two Interferon-Gamma Release Assays for Pediatric Tuberculosis Infection Open
Introduction Identifying tuberculosis infection (TBI) using interferon-gamma release assays (IGRAs) is a primary component of clinical and public health efforts to prevent pediatric tuberculosis (TB). Pediatric data comparing the 2 IGRAs i…
View article: Comparative Evaluation of Microscopy, Rapid Diagnostic Tests, and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) for Malaria Diagnosis in Nigerian Children
Comparative Evaluation of Microscopy, Rapid Diagnostic Tests, and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) for Malaria Diagnosis in Nigerian Children Open
Background Malaria, a persistent public health issue in Nigeria, particularly among children, is often complicated by misdiagnosis, hindering effective treatment and control. The global adoption of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) for malaria…
View article: Eccrine Chromhidrosis and Bilioptysis in Type 1 Autoimmune Pancreatitis
Eccrine Chromhidrosis and Bilioptysis in Type 1 Autoimmune Pancreatitis Open
Autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP) is a rare form of pancreatitis. This case report focuses on type 1 autoimmune pancreatitis (AIP-1), an immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4)-related disease. It is characterized by dense infiltration of lymphocytes and pla…
View article: From acute to persistent infection: revealing phylogenomic variations in Salmonella Agona
From acute to persistent infection: revealing phylogenomic variations in Salmonella Agona Open
Salmonella enterica serovar Agona ( S . Agona) has been increasingly recognised as a prominent cause of gastroenteritis. This serovar is a strong biofilm former that can undergo genome rearrangement and enter a viable but non-culturable st…
View article: From Acute to Persistent Infection: Revealing Phylogenomic Variations in<i>Salmonella</i>Agona
From Acute to Persistent Infection: Revealing Phylogenomic Variations in<i>Salmonella</i>Agona Open
Background Salmonella enterica serovar Agona ( S. Agona) has been increasingly recognised as a prominent cause of gastroenteritis. This serovar is a strong biofilm former that can undergo genome rearrangement and enter a viable but non-cul…
View article: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Timing of Vasopressor Therapy in Patients with Septic Shock: Assessing Clinical Outcomes and Implication
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Timing of Vasopressor Therapy in Patients with Septic Shock: Assessing Clinical Outcomes and Implication Open
Background Septic shock, the most severe form of sepsis, is associated with a high mortality rate and increased expenses. Therefore, updating the guidelines for its management can aid in minimizing mortality and expenses. Currently, the fi…
View article: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Timing of Vasopressor Therapy in Patients with Septic Shock: Assessing Clinical Outcomes and Implication
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Timing of Vasopressor Therapy in Patients with Septic Shock: Assessing Clinical Outcomes and Implication Open
Background Septic shock, is associated with a high mortality rate and increased expenses. Currently, the first-line therapy for septic shock entails administering resuscitation fluids followed by infusing vasopressors when the blood pressu…
View article: Comparison of Tuberculin Skin Testing and Interferon-γ Release Assays in Predicting Tuberculosis Disease
Comparison of Tuberculin Skin Testing and Interferon-γ Release Assays in Predicting Tuberculosis Disease Open
Importance Elimination of tuberculosis (TB) disease in the US hinges on the ability of tests to detect individual risk of developing disease to inform prevention. The relative performance of 3 available TB tests—the tuberculin skin test (T…
View article: Comparative Clinical Assessment and Risk Stratification of COVID-19 and Influenza Infections in Adults and Children: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Comparative Clinical Assessment and Risk Stratification of COVID-19 and Influenza Infections in Adults and Children: A Comprehensive Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background and objective Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a viral disease that rapidly spread over the world, prompting to it to be declared a global pandemic. Since the illness exhibits similar symptoms as influenza, it can be chall…
View article: Reviving the Critically Ill: Exploring Effective Fluid Resuscitation Approaches for Diverse Hypovolemic Shock Cases – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Reviving the Critically Ill: Exploring Effective Fluid Resuscitation Approaches for Diverse Hypovolemic Shock Cases – A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Open
Background Hypovolemic shock is a potentially life-threatening condition, which when left untreated, may result in multiple organ failure. This condition is characterized by circulatory failure as a result of intravascular volume loss; the…
View article: Reviving the Critically Ill: Exploring Effective Fluid Resuscitation Approaches for Diverse Hypovolemic Shock Cases-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Reviving the Critically Ill: Exploring Effective Fluid Resuscitation Approaches for Diverse Hypovolemic Shock Cases-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Open
Colloids, whether individually or in hypertonic crystalloids (HSD), had no mortality benefit over crystalloids in adult patients with hypovolemic shock.
View article: Evidence to practice – lessons learnt in developing an implementation strategy for an online digital health intervention (Eczema Care Online)
Evidence to practice – lessons learnt in developing an implementation strategy for an online digital health intervention (Eczema Care Online) Open
Background – Research is not often readily taken up in healthcare, which results in research waste. Eczema Care Online (www.EczemaCareOnline.org.uk/) has been shown in randomised controlled trials to be an effective online self-management …
View article: Unlocking the economic potential of Hyphaene species known as mikoche in Tanzania
Unlocking the economic potential of Hyphaene species known as mikoche in Tanzania Open
Hyphaene, commonly referred to as mkoche (Plural Mikoche) and in Swahili, is a species belonging to the Palmae (Arecaceae) family and is found in various parts of Africa, including Maputaland coastal plains in southern Mozambique, Turkana,…
View article: Effect of fruit acidulants and storage conditions on the physicochemical, microbiological and sensory characteristics of paneer
Effect of fruit acidulants and storage conditions on the physicochemical, microbiological and sensory characteristics of paneer Open
Paneer is an unripened soft cheese mainly used by Indians and Pakistans, and it does not require the rennet enzyme. It is prepared by coagulating heated milk with acid. However, fresh paneer has a short shelf life of up to 2 days at ambien…