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Microbial communities and functional diversity in seafood

JSFA reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Functional diversity encompasses ecosystem processes that enhance adaptability to environmental change. This study explores the diversity of microorganisms associated with seafood. In this paper, we present our knowledge of microbial diversity in relation to seafood.
Christian Larbi Ayisi, Samuel Ayeh Osei, Grace Afumwaa Boamah, Gertrude Dzifa Mensah   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

The role of dogs in transmission of gastrointestinal parasites in a remote tea-growing community in Northeastern India

, 2002
The prevalence and risk factors associated with canine gastrointestinal parasitic zoonoses and the role of dogs in the mechanical transmission of human Ascaris infection was examined in three tea estates in Assam, India.
Mencke, N., Traub, R.J., Robertson, I.D., Thompson, R.C.A., Irwin, P.   +4 more
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Outcomes in the Management of Pediatric Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objective To review the presentation and treatment outcomes of pediatric patients with retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (RCPD). Methods A retrospective chart review was performed on pediatric patients diagnosed with retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction (RCPD) and treated with cricopharyngeal botulinum toxin injection (CPBTI).
Aidan P. Wright, Vivian Jin, Nathaniel B. Hunter, Andrew G. Tritter   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Artemisia, a Promising Tool for Integrated Parasite Control

Journal of Parasitology Research
The genus Artemisia, belonging to the family Asteraceae, comprises nearly 500 species with various pharmacological properties, such as antimalarial, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, nematocidal, and cesticidal activities.
Sharon Elizabeth Cruz-Estupiñan, Rosa Isabel Higuera-Piedrahita, Diana María Bulla-Castañeda, Javier Antonio Ballesteros-Ricaurte, Martin Orlando Pulido-Medellin   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Comparative Study of Tympanic Membrane Regeneration Therapy for Chronic Otitis Media

The Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
This study compared tympanic membrane regeneration therapy (TMRT) with conventional tympanoplasty (CTP) for the treatment of chronic suppurative perforated otitis media (COM). TMRT has many advantages over CTP as a surgical treatment for COM. In particular, significant differences were observed in operative time, hearing improvement, and patient ...
Shin‐ichi Kanemaru, Rie Kanai, Tomoya Yamaguchi, Shin‐ichiro Kita, Ryohei Yuki, Masayuki Kitano, Razumu Shirai, Hiroyuki Harada, Toshiki Maetani   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Occurrence of Gastrointestinal Parasites Among Pre-School Children, Gaza, Palestine

, 2008
Aims: The present study is aimed to asses the occurrence of gastrointestinal parasites among pre-school children in Gaza. Methods: In this study 679 stool specimens were collected from pre-school children aged <10 months to 60 months attending Ard El ...
Al-Hindi, Adnan I., El Kichaoui, Abboud Y.   +1 more
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Gastrointestinal Helminth Parasites in Freshwater Fish from Kuching, Sarawak [PDF]

, 2011
Helminthic infection can cause diseases in both man and domestic animals, especially in developing countries. The incidence of parasitic diseases in fish is very common.
Tuloi, R., Shalene, H., Zahari, A.Z, Intai, B   +3 more
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Osteoarthritis: An Immuno‐Inflammatory Disease‐Mechanisms of Immune Cell Dysregulation and Potential Therapeutic Strategies

Med Research, EarlyView.
This review summarizes the immuno‐inflammatory mechanisms driving the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis (OA), extending beyond the traditional view of OA as a purely degenerative disease to incorporate immune cell infiltration, inflammatory factor release, and the formation of a chronic low‐grade inflammatory microenvironment.
Qingqiang Lei, Xiaoxian Lou, Xu Su, Shubao Liu, Yanli Tong, Jie Chen, Xuerui Chen, Wenjun Mao, Hui Yu, Liangbin Lin   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Prevalence of Gastrointestinal Parasites among Workers in Major Abattoirs in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

, 2013
Gastrointestinal parasitic infections are common health problems in sub-Saharan Africa. A cross- sectional study was carried out to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites among workers in major abattoirs in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
Kingsley Elele, LeBari Barine Gboeloh
core   +1 more source

Plasmepsins as Antimalarial Drug Targets—Then, Now, and the Future

Medicinal Research Reviews, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Malaria is a devastating disease caused by Plasmodium parasites. Plasmodium parasites express ten cathepsin D‐like aspartyl proteases, called plasmepsins (PMs). These PMs have diverse roles fulfill diverse functions throughout the parasite's lifecycle, though several exhibit functional redundancies. Among them, PMV, PMIV, and PMX are essential
Brad E. Sleebs
wiley   +1 more source