Development of the retinal vascular network is strictly confined within the neuronal retina, allowing the intraocular media to be optically transparent. However, in retinal ischemia, pro-angiogenic factors (including vascular endothelial growth factor-A,
Koji M Nishiguchi +4 more
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Cell Surface Glycosaminoglycans as Receptors for Adhesion of Candida spp. to Corneal Cells
The most common causal agents of fungal keratitis are yeasts of the Candida genus. Adhesion constitutes the first stage of pathogenesis. Previous studies have shown that glycosaminoglycans from the corneal cell surface play an essential role in bacterial
Ordiales Helena +5 more
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Elevated cerebral spinal fluid biomarkers in children with mucopolysaccharidosis I-H. [PDF]
Mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) type-IH is a lysosomal storage disease that results from mutations in the IDUA gene causing the accumulation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs).
Dickson, Patricia I +6 more
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ABSTRACT This update and revision of the international guideline for urticaria was developed in accordance with the methods recommended by Cochrane and the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) working group. It is an initiative of the Global Allergy and Asthma Excellence Network (GA2LEN) and its Urticaria and ...
T. Zuberbier +221 more
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Heparan sulfates and heparins: similar compounds performing the same functions in vertebrates and invertebrates? [PDF]
The distribution and structure of heparan sulfate and heparin are briefly reviewed. Heparan sulfate is a ubiquitous compound of animal cells whose structure has been maintained throughout evolution, showing an enormous variability regarding the relative ...
H.B. Nader +14 more
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Horizontal gene transfer contributed to the evolution of extracellular surface structures [PDF]
The single-cell layered ectoderm of the fresh water polyp Hydra fulfills the function of an epidermis by protecting the animals from the surrounding medium.
Altstätter, Johannes +13 more
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Multimodal Assessment of Kidney Quality During 24‐h of Normothermic Machine Perfusion
Normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) has emerged as a promising tool for assessing kidney quality prior to transplantation; however, reliable biomarkers remain to be established. In this study, thirteen porcine kidneys were perfused for 24 h using an autologous leukocyte‐filtered whole blood‐based perfusate applying urine recirculation.
Marlene Pühringer +22 more
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Genetic risk factors in Finnish patients with Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy
Abstract Purpose To study the genetic risk factors of Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) in the Finnish population using hospital‐based and large biobank cohorts. Methods We genotyped a cohort of 107 Finnish patients with FECD for the primary associated genetic risk factor, the TCF4 (CTG)>50 expansion, and studied their clinical phenotype.
Inka‐Tuulevi Vähämäki +10 more
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The Sea as a Rich Source of Structurally Unique Glycosaminoglycans and Mimetics
Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) are sulfated glycans capable of regulating various biological and medical functions. Heparin, heparan sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, dermatan sulfate, keratan sulfate and hyaluronan are the principal classes of GAGs found in ...
Ariana A. Vasconcelos, Vitor H. Pomin
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Synthesis of heparosan oligosaccharides by Pasteurella multocida PmHS2 single-action transferases [PDF]
Pasteurella multocida heparosan synthase PmHS2 is a dual action glycosyltransferase that catalyzes the polymerization of heparosan polymers in a non-processive manner.
Boeriu, C.G. +3 more
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