This research consolidates our group’s advances in developing a therapeutic dressing with innovative enzymatic debridement, focusing on the physicochemical and in vitro biological properties of papain immobilized in wet oxidized bacterial cellulose (OxBC–
Niédja Fittipaldi Vasconcelos+6 more
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A Case of Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome (IRIS) in Musculoskeletal Tuberculosis: A Rare Clinical Presentation in a 14-year-old Patient [PDF]
Tuberculosis associated- Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome (TB-IRIS) is a paradoxical deterioration or resurgence of pre-existing tuberculous lesions, or the emergence of new lesions, in individuals who are effectively undergoing anti ...
Eswaran Mythilisri+3 more
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Preservation therapy for vertically fractured teeth with periodontal tissue regeneration using FGF‐2
Abstract Background Vertically fractured teeth often have a poor prognosis, and extraction is considered the most predictable treatment. Conventional management has consisted of preservation therapy involving extraction, bonding, root restoration, and replantation of fractured teeth.
Masaichiro Iwasaki+4 more
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Voclosporin‐induced gingival enlargement: A case report
Abstract Background Drug‐influenced gingival enlargement (DIGE) is a recognized adverse effect of certain medications, particularly immunosuppressants like cyclosporin and tacrolimus. However, there have been no documented cases of DIGE associated with voclosporin, a newer calcineurin inhibitor used primarily to treat lupus nephritis.
Francesca Racca+2 more
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A Case of Acute Appendicitis Complicated by Necrotizing Fasciitis Requiring Abdominal Wall Reconstruction [PDF]
Acute appendicitis represents one of the most common causes of acute abdomen that may warrant emergency surgery. Necrotizing fasciitis complicated by acute appendicitis is considered a rare complication with life-threatening implications.
Qi Xuan Lim+3 more
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ABSTRACT Introduction Squamous differentiation (SD) occurs in up to 20% of muscle invasive bladder cancers. Case Presentation An 85‐year‐old man with an intrapelvic mass invading the bladder, small intestine, and rectus abdominis presented to our department. Cystoscopy showed a necrotic mass at the dome of the bladder.
Kazuto Imai+8 more
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Laser Disinfection Acts as Biofilm‐Disrupter in Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI)
ABSTRACT Infections after joint arthroplasties represent a devastating and progressively escalating complication with increased morbidity and mortality. The eradication of biofilms from infected implants is still an unsolved challenge. The erbium‐doped yttrium aluminum garnet (Er:YAG) laser, which delivers high‐energy light for rapid tissue ablation ...
Lukas K. Kriechbaumer+11 more
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Local management of deep cavity wounds – current and emerging therapies
Nicholas Smith*, Joseph Overland*, John E Greenwood Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Royal Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide, SA, Australia *These authors contributed equally to this work Abstract: Cavity wounds, defined as a loss of ...
Smith N, Overl, J, Greenwood JE
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Necrotizing Fasciitis Following Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation in Laos [PDF]
A year on from the end of coronavirus disease pandemic, there has been a resurgence in interest in international travel from South Korea. In the event of unexpected illness whilst abroad, there is a lack of information regarding the provision of medical ...
Yoonseob Kim+3 more
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Prognostic utility of oral neutrophil counts in high‐risk periodontitis: A retrospective study
Abstract Background Oral polymorphonuclear neutrophil (oPMN) levels are potential biomarkers for differentiating between stages and grades of periodontitis. We compared the diagnostic utility of oPMN levels with bleeding on probing percentage (BOP%) and microbial load in high‐risk patients with periodontitis.
Braedan R. J. Prete+5 more
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