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Background and Aim: Upsurge in usage of latex gloves over the last few decades, coupled with the proliferation of medical latex products at the workplace, has led to a higher incidence of latex-related symptoms among health-care workers (HCWs).
Jandhyala Sridhar, Rahul Ray
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Objective To assess the predictive performance of inflammatory biomarkers, including C‐reactive protein (CRP) and Krebs von den Lungen 6 (KL‐6), for the development of progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc)–associated interstitial lung disease (ILD).
Keina Yomono +3 more
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Subsequent SARS‐CoV‐2 Infection in Healthcare Workers: A Retrospective Cohort Study in Iran
ABSTRACT Background The evolution of SARS‐CoV‐2 has increased global COVID‐19 case prevalence. Healthcare workers (HCWs) are particularly susceptible to reinfection due to their exposure to infected patients. This study aimed to explore the risk factors for subsequent SARS‐CoV‐2 infection among HCWs.
Yeganeh Karimi +8 more
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Latex-papaya syndrome: an infrequent association
Background: Latex-fruit syndrome (LFS) is characterized by allergy to latex and plants. Papain, chymopapain, caricaine and class I chitinases are papaya’s most allergenic proteins.
Victoria Rojas-Mandujano +5 more
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Anterior Nasal Nerves: A Cadaveric Anatomic and Immunohistochemical Analysis
Anterior nasal nerves (ANNs) were identified in all cadavers, with more supplying the anterolateral nasal wall (ALNW) than the anterior portion of the inferior turbinate (IT), between the pyriform aperture (PA) and middle turbinate (MT). Both sensory and autonomic nerve markers were also identified in the ANNs.
John R. Craig +6 more
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The increasing use of natural rubber latex medical gloves in the last three decades has caused an increase in latex allergy. The majority of risk groups for allergy development include health care workers, workers in the rubber industry, atopic ...
Tina Virtič, Marjan Bilban
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Immunological and Proteomic Characterization of Food Allergens in Almond Hulls
Through in vitro assessment and proteomics analysis, almond hulls contain intrinsic allergens that exhibit cross‐reactivity with other Prunus species and may also carry extrinsic almond kernel allergen residues due to cross‐contamination. ABSTRACT This study provides a systematic evaluation of the allergenic potential of almond hulls using a ...
Yaqi Zhao +6 more
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Natural rubber latex is found in numerous medical and dental products. Adverse latex reactions in dental patients and practitioners have significantly increased since the introduction of universal precautions for infection control.
Dermata A., Arhakis A.
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ABSTRACT The allergy and asthma epidemic in urban societies following World War II is mostly caused by changes in the environment, diet and lifestyle. Disconnection of urban populations from the wider environment has reduced the protective factors building up immunological resilience.
Tari Haahtela +21 more
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Latex Allergy - A Case Report [PDF]
The usage of rubber and its products are not uncommon in various walks of life. A continuous exposure or contact may sensitize the human body, causing reactions from mild to fatal.
Dr. Athma Prasanna
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