Inactivation of the antibacterial and cytotoxic properties of silver ions by biologically relevant compounds [PDF]
, 2014 There has been a recent surge in the use of silver as an antimicrobial agent in a wide range of domestic and clinical products, intended to prevent or treat bacterial infections and reduce bacterial colonization of surfaces. It has been reported that the
Jenkins, A. Tobias A. +2 more
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Antiviral and antibacterial peptides: Mechanisms of action
HeliyonAntimicrobial peptides (AMPs) present promising alternatives for addressing bacterial and viral multidrug resistance due to their distinctive properties. Understanding the mechanisms of these compounds is essential for achieving this objective. Therefore, this comprehensive review aims to highlight primary natural sources of AMPs and elucidate various ...
Mahdyeh Neghabi Hajigha +5 more
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Structural basis for the inhibition of RecBCD by Gam and its synergistic antibacterial effect with quinolones [PDF]
, 2016 Our previous paper (Wilkinson et al, 2016) used high-resolution cryo-electron microscopy to solve the structure of the Escherichia coli RecBCD complex, which acts in both the repair of double-stranded DNA breaks and the degradation of bacteriophage DNA ...
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The Inhibitory Effects Demonstrated by Manuka Honey on Biofilms: How Manuka Honey May Soon Replace Conventional Antibiotic Therapy [PDF]
, 2017 Introduction: The surge of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has raised substantial concerns over how to effectively and efficiently control antibiotic-resistant bacteria capable of secreting biofilms.
Cundell, PhD,, Pavelik, Laura
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Identification of New Drug Candidates Against \u3cem\u3eBorrelia burgdorferi\u3c/em\u3e Using High-Throughput Screening [PDF]
, 2016 Lyme disease is the most common zoonotic bacterial disease in North America. It is estimated that .300,000 cases per annum are reported in USA alone. A total of 10%–20% of patients who have been treated with antibiotic therapy report the recrudescence of
Babar, Mustafeez Mujtaba +9 more
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The evidence and the rationale for the use of honey as wound dressing [PDF]
, 2011 Although there are now several brands and types of honey wound-care products available as registered medical devices, there is little promotional advertising of honey products for wound care. The misconception that there is no evidence to support the use
Molan, Peter C.
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Lauric acid is an inhibitor of Clostridium difficile growth in vitro and reduces inflammation in a mouse infection model [PDF]
, 2018 Indexación: Scopus.Clostridium difficile is a Gram-positive, spore-forming anaerobic human gastrointestinal pathogen. C. difficile infection (CDI) is a major health concern worldwide, with symptoms ranging from diarrhea to pseudomembranous colitis, toxic
Ababouch +71 more
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Antibacterial Effects of a Silver Electrode Carrying Microamperage Direct Current in vitro [PDF]
, 1994 Currently, electrical stimulation is an accepted method used clinically to promote chronic wound healing. A literature review revealed that similar therapeutic current has been shown to suppress growth of common wound pathogens in vitro and in vivo.
Kloth, Luther C. +2 more
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New technologies to improve root canal disinfection [PDF]
, 2016 Effective irrigant delivery and agitation are prerequisites to promote root canal disinfection and debris removal and improve successful endodontic treatment. This paper presents an overview of the currently available technologies to improve the cleaning
Cortese, Teresa +6 more
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Immobilized photosensitizers for antimicrobial applications [PDF]
, 2015 Photodynamic antimicrobial chemotherapy (PACT) is a very promising alternative to conventional antibiotics for the efficient inactivation of pathogenic microorganisms; this is due to the fact that it is virtually impossible for resistant strains to ...
Boyle, Ross W. +2 more
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