The role of acquired host immunity in periodontal diseases
Abstract The aim of this narrative review is to relate the contribution of European researchers to the complex topic of the host immune system in periodontal disease, focusing on acquired immunity. Other chapters in this volume will address the genetics and autoantibody responses and other forms of immunity to periodontal disease.
Denis F. Kinane +2 more
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Therapeutic drug monitoring uncovering incorrect antiretroviral drug intake in a patient with swallowing difficulties. [PDF]
Carrozzo G +6 more
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Antibiotic‐mediated immune modulation in periodontitis
Abstract Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the supporting structures of the teeth. Although initiated by dysbiotic microbial communities, its progression is largely driven by the host's uncontrolled inflammatory response. While antibiotics have conventionally been employed in periodontitis therapy for their antimicrobial ...
Lina J. Suárez +6 more
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Primary Cardiovascular Prevention in People Living With HIV: Rethinking Statin Therapy in the Post-REPRIEVE Era. [PDF]
Fusco P, De Maria F, Tassone B, Russo A.
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In this multi‐center study comparing persons with HIV with pre‐kidney transplant CD4 < 350 cells/µL to those with ≥ 350 cells/µL, we found no difference in relative risk of infection in the first year‐post kidney transplant, 5‐year graft survival, and 5‐year overall survival.
Rebecca H. Burns +11 more
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Sustained Virologic Suppression After Discontinuation of Long-acting Cabotegravir/Rilpivirine: A Two-case Series Highlighting Unexpected Heterogeneity in Pharmacokinetics and Viral Control. [PDF]
Marinosci A +3 more
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Hepatitis B in Organ Transplantation—Current Evidence and Clinical Gaps
ABSTRACT Over the past several decades there have been significant advances in nucleos(t)ide analogue (NA) antiviral therapy for hepatitis B virus (HBV) and global expansion of primary prevention through immunization. Despite this, HBV remains a leading cause of chronic liver disease globally, affecting over 250 million people.
Oscar A. Fernandez‐Garcia +3 more
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Closing the "Missing Middle" in Advanced HIV Disease Care for Adolescents in Sub-Saharan Africa: Early Identification, Integrated Care, and Continuity After Discharge. [PDF]
Manirafasha EN.
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Among people living with HIV and end‐stage renal disease evaluated for kidney transplantation, most progressed successfully through evaluation and were waitlisted once engaged in the process. However, substantial delays occurred across the transplant continuum, with attrition driven primarily by incomplete testing and structural barriers rather than ...
Kyle M. Crawford +8 more
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Tuberculosis after Preventive Therapy in Persons Living with HIV Initiating Antiretroviral Therapy. [PDF]
Chen Q.
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