Simplified PCR for detection of Haemophilus ducreyi and diagnosis of chancroid [PDF]
A simplified PCR was developed for detection of Haemophilus ducreyi in samples from chancroid patients. The strategy included a straightforward chloroform extraction sample preparation method, a one-tube nested PCR to minimize contamination risks, and a ...
Wilson, S.M +6 more
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Haemophilus influenzae type b reemergence after combination immunization [PDF]
An increase in Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) in British children has been linked to the widespread use of a diphtheria/tetanus/acellular pertussis combination vaccine (DTaP-Hib).
Mary P.E. Slack +22 more
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In this study of the gut mucosal microbiota in primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), we found consistent microbiota features associated with PSC and recurrent PSC, PSC with inflammatory bowel disease and a persistent gut dysbiosis after liver transplantation Abstract Background and Aims Several characteristic features of the fecal microbiota have been ...
Mikal Jacob Hole +12 more
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Preparation of a trivalent oil-emulsion vaccine of inactivated Newcastle disease virus, infectious bronchitis virus and Haemophilus paragallinarum [PDF]
Monvalent inactivated oil-emulsion, Newcastle disease virus (NDV), infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) and Haemophilus paragallinarum vaccines as well as a trivalent one (NDV + IBV + HP) were prepared.
M. A. Abd El-Khalick, O. E. Kamal
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The Seroepidemiology of Haemophilus influenzae Type B Prior to Introduction of an Immunization Programme in Kathmandu, Nepal. [PDF]
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is now recognized as an important pathogen in Asia. To evaluate disease susceptibility, and as a marker of Hib transmission before routine immunization was introduced in Kathmandu, 71 participants aged 7 months-77 ...
Neelam Adhikari +43 more
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Highly successful invasive pathogens exploit host vulnerabilities by adapting tools to co-opt highly conserved host features. This is especially true when pathogens develop ligands to hijack trafficking routes or signaling patterns of host receptors.
Elaine I. Tuomanen
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Invasive Haemophilus influenzae Disease, Europe, 1996-2006 [PDF]
European Union Invasive Bacterial Infection Surveillance participants: Paula Lavado (Departamento de Doenças Infecciosas do INSA)An international collaboration was established in 1996 to monitor the impact of routine Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib ...
Ladhani, S +19 more
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Haemophilus are fastidious Gram negative bacilli, which require factor X (hemin), factor V (NAD), or both for their growth. Haemophilus influenzae is the type species, and is considered to be the most pathogenic.
Gulsiv Nair +2 more
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Dose-specific efficacy of Haemophilus influenzae type b conjugate vaccines: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled clinical trials. [PDF]
Global coverage of infant Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccination has increased considerably during the past decade, partly due to GAVI Alliance donations of the vaccine to low-income countries. In settings where large numbers of children receive
Clark, A +6 more
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Changing patterns of invasive meningococcal disease and future immunization strategies
Invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) is a life-threatening disease caused by Neisseria meningitidis and has high mortality rates. Survivors often exhibit long-term sequelae and reduced life expectancy. Disease incidence is highest in infants and toddlers,
Muhamed-Kheir Taha +2 more
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