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Prevalence of 21 Physician‐Defined Severe Toxicities Following Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment: Australian Retrospective Cohort Study

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common pediatric cancer, with an overall survival now surpassing 90% in developed countries. However, treatments are not without adverse effects. In this study, we apply the severe toxicity‐free survival (STFS) framework to determine the prevalence of 21 physician‐defined severe ...
Lane Collier, Brittany Grantham, Camilla Grud Nielsen, Louise Lundgren, Liv Andrés‐Jensen, Kjeld Schmiegelow, Chris Selman, Gareth Ball, Elyse Passmore, David A. Elliott, Rachel Conyers   +10 more
wiley   +1 more source

Unexpected low burden of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in sub-Saharan Africa region despite disastrous predictions: reasons and perspectives

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2020
The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) is responsible for the development of a highly contagious disease called coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Daryl Nzokou Tcheutchoua, Aurel Tiakouang Tankeu, Dominic Leandry Wouna Angong, Batakeh Ba Agoons, Nathan Yves Yanwou Nguemnang, Hugues Clotaire Nana Djeunga, Joseph Kamgno   +6 more
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Sustained Therapeutic Efficacy of Intravenous Plasminogen Concentrate in Pediatric Patients With Type 1 Plasminogen Deficiency: An Analysis of Dosing Parameters and Clinical Outcomes

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Type 1 plasminogen deficiency (PLGD‐1) is an ultra‐rare autosomal recessive disorder caused by variants in the PLG gene and affects approximately 1.6 individuals per million. The condition is characterized by decreased plasminogen levels and impaired function, resulting in fibrin‐rich lesions on mucous membranes throughout the body.
Charles Nakar, Karen Thibaudeau, Mary Mathias, Heather McDaniel, Madlen Reschke, Klaus Tenbrock, Joseph M. Parker, Amy Shapiro   +7 more
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Factors associated with contraceptive use among young women in Malawi: analysis of the 2015–16 Malawi demographic and health survey data

Contraception and Reproductive Medicine, 2018
BackgroundAlthough Malawi is one of the countries with highest Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR) in Sub–Saharan Africa, pregnancies and fertility among young women remain high. This suggests low up take of contraceptives by young women. The aim of this
Chrispin Mandiwa, Bernadetta Namondwe, A. Makwinja, C. Zamawe   +3 more
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Multidisciplinary Effort and Integrative Preparedness: A Lesson for the Foreseen Multivariate COVID-19 Pandemic Flare-Up

Journal of Multidisciplinary Healthcare, 2021
Ashagrachew Tewabe Yayehrad,1,2 Ebrahim Abdela Siraj,1,2 Dawit Kumilachew Yimenu,3 Abyou Seyfu Ambaye,4 Manaye Tamrie Derseh,1,4 Andargachew Almaw Tamene,5 Tamyalew Getahun Yayeh6 1Department of Pharmaceutics and Social Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy ...
Yayehrad AT, Siraj EA, Yimenu DK, Ambaye AS, Derseh MT, Tamene AA, Yayeh TG   +6 more
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Rational Use of Herbal Products in Pediatric Patients Treated With Anticancer Drugs in the European Union

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction The use of herbal medical preparation (HMP) is rising among pediatric oncology patients, often to manage treatment‐related symptoms. Their effectiveness remains uncertain, and the risk of herb–drug interactions is underestimated.
Orianne Mahot, Mathieu Corvaisier, Laurence Spiesser‐Robelet, Mylène Duplan, Isabelle Pellier, Delphine Bourneau‐Martin, Séverine Derbré   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Factors affecting community participation in drone-based larviciding using Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis (Bti) for bio-control of malaria vectors in Rwanda

Malaria Journal
Background Malaria remains a significant health issue in Rwanda. Primary malaria prevention methods include insecticide-treated nets and indoor residual spraying as core interventions.
Dunia Munyakanage, Elias Niyituma, Alphonse Mutabazi, Xavier Misago, Clarisse Musanabaganwa, Eric Remera, Eric Rutayisire, Mamy Muziga Ingabire, Aimable Mbituyumuremyi, Mathew Piero Ngugi, Elizabeth Kokwaro, Domina Asingizwe, Emmanuel Hakizimana, Claude Mambo Muvunyi   +13 more
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Guidelines for Pediatric Radiotherapy Simulation: A Report From the Children's Oncology Group Radiation Oncology Discipline

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Pediatric radiation therapy presents unique challenges compared to adult treatments, including those of immobilization, potential need for sedation, and the critical importance of accurate, reproducible positioning. Additionally, heightened attention to imaging doses is necessary to minimize long‐term toxicity in survivors.
Parham Alaei, Stephen Mihalcik, Sujith Baliga, Young Kwok, Dana Casey, Eric Ehler, Christiane Burton, John C. Breneman, Daphne A. Haas‐Kogan, Suzanne L. Wolden, Arnold C. Paulino, Nadia N. Laack, Natia Esiashvili, Sarah Milgrom, Christine Hill‐Kayser, Thomas J. Fitzgerald, John A. Kalapurakal, Chia‐Ho Hua   +17 more
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Comparison of infant feeding practices by maternal HIV status, and associated factors, in a rural district, South Africa 2019

International Breastfeeding Journal
Background The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) during the first 6 months and breastfeeding up to 24 months in all mothers, regardless of HIV status, in high HIV prevalence settings of South Africa is not frequently evaluated. This study aimed
Victoria Temwanani Mukhula, Moleen Zunza, Thandiwe Elsie Mbira, Vundli Ramokolo, Andrew J. Prendergast, Thorkild Tylleskär, Phillippe Van de Perre, Ameena Ebrahim Goga, Nobubelo K. Ngandu   +8 more
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Cell-Specific Transcriptional Responses to Heat Shock in the Mouse Utricle Epithelium

Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience, 2020
Sensory epithelia of the inner ear contain mechanosensory hair cells (HCs) and glia-like supporting cells (SCs), both of which are required for hearing and balance functions.
Erica Sadler, Matthew M. Ryals, Matthew M. Ryals, Lindsey A. May, Daniel Martin, Daniel Martin, Nora Welsh, Erich T. Boger, Robert J. Morell, Ronna Hertzano, Ronna Hertzano, Ronna Hertzano, Lisa L. Cunningham   +12 more
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