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The role of the host—Neutrophil biology
Periodontology 2000, EarlyView., 2023 Abstract Neutrophilic polymorphonuclear leukocytes (neutrophils) are myeloid cells packed with lysosomal granules (hence also called granulocytes) that contain a formidable antimicrobial arsenal. They are terminally differentiated cells that play a critical role in acute and chronic inflammation, as well as in the resolution of inflammation and wound ...
Iain L. C. Chapple +4 more
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Botulinum toxin type A for painful diabetic neuropathy: an open-label study
The Egyptian Journal of Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurosurgery, 2021 Background A large proportion of painful diabetic neuropathy cases either do not respond or are intolerant to the currently available oral and physical therapies.
Shahinaz Helmy +2 more
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The Pain in Dystonia Scale (PIDS)—Validation in Craniofacial and Upper Limb Dystonia
Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Pain is one of the most disabling non‐motor symptoms in adult‐onset isolated dystonia (AOID). The Pain in Dystonia Scale (PIDS) was developed and validated in cervical dystonia. Its applicability to other focal subtypes remains unknown.
Veronica Bruno +24 more
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BOTOX injection to treat strabismus after infant botulism type B infection
American Journal of Ophthalmology Case Reports, 2020 Purpose: The significance of botulinum toxin to ophthalmologists is twofold. Botulism, a medical emergency, frequently presents with ocular findings including blurred vision, diplopia, ptosis, and photophobia as a result of the neurotoxin produced by ...
Sarah G. Bonaffini +2 more
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Capsaicin protects neuromuscular junctions from the inhibitory effects of botulinum neurotoxin A [PDF]
, 2008 Within 24 hrs after injecting botulinum neurotoxin A (BoNT/A) into the hindlimb, mice lost the toe spread reflex and developed progressive muscle weakness. At the same time, the compound muscle action potential amplitude decreased. Injection of capsaicin
Baskaran Thyagarajan +5 more
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The Hidden Burden of Hemifacial Spasm: A Systematic Review of Non‐Motor Symptoms
Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.Abstract Background Hemifacial spasm (HFS) is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by involuntary contractions of facial muscles. Traditionally regarded as a motor condition, HFS encompasses a spectrum of non‐motor symptoms that are often overlooked but significantly affect patients’ quality of life.
Miriam Carvalho Soares +2 more
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The Role of Scientific Discovery in the Establishment of the First Biological Weapons Programmes [PDF]
, 2005 YesThis report addresses the scientific and technological discoveries in the biological sciences that enabled the early interest in biological warfare to move from hurling infected corpses into enemy cities in ancient times, through use of small cultures
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Movement Disorders Clinical Practice, EarlyView.Abstract Background Non‐motor symptoms, especially autonomic dysfunction, are major contributors to disability and decreased quality of life in Parkinson's disease (PD). Despite being common and having a wide range of clinical facets, exocrine gland dysfunction is still not well recognized and managed.
Renato P. Munhoz +2 more
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Expression, Purification and evaluation of the Immunogenicity of RecombinantC-terminus of the Receptor-Binding Domain of Neurotoxin Botulinum Protein Type B (BoNT/B-HcC) [PDF]
مجله علمی دانشگاه علوم پزشکی کردستان, 2023 Background and Aim: Botulism, a syndrome caused by food poisoning, results from use of food contaminated with the botulinum toxin, which is very dangerous and deadly.
Hossein Samiei Abianeh +5 more
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Friends or Foes? Emerging Impacts of Biological Toxins [PDF]
, 2019 Toxins are substances produced from biological sources (e.g., animal, plants, microorganisms) that have deleterious effects on a living organism. Despite the obvious health concerns of being exposed to toxins, they are having substantial positive impacts
Casewell, N.R. +6 more
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