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Detection of seasonal asymptomatic dermatophytes in Van cats [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The Van cat is a domestic landrace found in the Van province of eastern Turkey. In this study, we aimed to determine the seasonal carriage of dermatophytes in Van cats without clinical lesions. A total of 264 hair specimens were collected from clinically
Akkan, Hasan Altan   +5 more
core   +2 more sources

Preening for protection: a systematic review of the antimicrobial properties of uropygial secretions

open access: yesJournal of Avian Biology, Volume 2025, Issue 2, March 2025.
Uropygial secretion might play a crucial role in avian defense by exhibiting antimicrobial properties that protect birds from various pathogens. Although there has been considerable research, the differences in methods and results have led to varying conclusions about how well it works as an antimicrobial. Despite extensive research, the differences in
Carlos Mora‐Rubio   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Systemic antifungal therapy for tinea capitis in children [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
BACKGROUND: Tinea capitis is a common contagious fungal infection of the scalp in children. Systemic therapy is required for treatment and to prevent spread. This is an update of the original Cochrane review. OBJECTIVES: To assess the effects of systemic
Abdel-Rahman   +64 more
core   +1 more source

Inflammatory ringworm due to Microsporum audouinii, case of a severe form in an immunocompetent girl in Mauritania

open access: yesIDCases, 2023
Introduction: Ringworms of the scalp are very commons in Mauritania and among them; inflammatory ringworms are representing very rare forms. We present the case of a severe inflammatory ringworm caused by an anthropophilic dermatophyte, Microsporum ...
SY Ousmane, Ba Ousmane, Mamadou D. Ball
doaj  

Biological Efficiency of Kunzea ericoides Based On Bioactive Compounds and Impact of Extraction

open access: yesChemBioEng Reviews, Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2025.
Exploring the bioactive potential of kānuka (Kunzea ericoides), this review evaluates its antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti‐inflammatory properties linked to phenolic and terpenoid compounds. The impact of extraction methods on bioactivity highlights kānuka's therapeutic and industrial potential.
Indhuja Devadass   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Antifungal Activity of Allium sativum (Garlic) and Zingiber officinale (Ginger) Extracts against Dermatophytes Isolated from Tinea Capitis in Children

open access: yesUMYU Journal of Microbiology Research
Tinea capitis, or dermatophytosis, is a prevalent infection in school-age children worldwide, leading to school absenteeism and educational setbacks. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) and garlic (Allium sativum) have demonstrated antifungal properties.
Temilola Celestina Otegwu   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Outbreak of Tinea capitis by Trichophyton tonsurans and Microsporum canis in Niterói, RJ, Brazil Microepidemia de tinha do couro cabeludo por Trichophyton tonsurans e Microsporum canis em Niterói, RJ, Brasil

open access: yesRevista do Instituto de Medicina Tropical de São Paulo, 1992
18 girls from an orphanage (Orfanato Santo Antônio) in Niterói presented tinea capitis due to Trichophyton tonsurans (15 cases - 83.3%) and Microsporum canis (3 cases - 26.7%). Comments are made about clinical, mycological and therapeutic aspects of this
Loan Towersey   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Precision diagnostics in paediatric dermatology: Advancing management of tinea capitis through dermatophyte PCR

open access: yesJournal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Volume 39, Issue 2, Page 398-403, February 2025.
Abstract Background Tinea capitis (TC) is the most frequent dermatophyte infection in children requiring systemic and topical treatment for several weeks. Traditionally, diagnosis and treatment monitoring were based on microscopic examination and fungal culture of scales and plucked hairs, which both have significant limitations.
M. Theiler   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

DNA‐based detection and quantification of Ascochyta rabiei in chickpea (Cicer arietinum) using droplet digital PCR

open access: yesPlant Pathology, Volume 74, Issue 2, Page 389-402, February 2025.
Abstract Ascochyta blight (AB) disease, caused by the fungal pathogen Ascochyta rabiei, is a major production constraint in many chickpea‐growing regions worldwide, causing substantial reductions in grain yield and seed quality. The management of AB is challenging due to limited genetic resistance and the evolving aggressiveness of A. rabiei. Currently,
Mohamed Cassim Mohamed Zakeel   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

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