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Onchocerca volvulus infection and serological prevalence, ocular onchocerciasis and parasite transmission in northern and central Togo after decades of Simulium damnosum s.l. vector control and mass drug administration of ivermectin

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases, 2018
Background Mass drug administration (MDA) of ivermectin has become the main intervention to control onchocerciasis or “river blindness”. In Togo, after many years of MDA, Onchocerca volvulus infection has declined dramatically, and elimination appears ...
K. Komlan, P. Voßberg, R. G. Gantin, Tchalim Solim, François Korbmacher, M. Banla, Koffi Padjoudoum, Potchoziou Karabou, C. Köhler, P. Soboslay   +9 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Factors precipitating volvulus formation in sigmoid volvulus

Turkish Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, 2020
Sigmoid volvulus (SV), the wrapping of the sigmoid colon around itself, is a rare intestinal obstruction form world-wide. For this reason, the physiopathology of SV, particularly the precipitating factors, are not clearly identified. The aim of this study is to evaluate the precipitating factors in SV.The clinical records of consecutive 416 patients ...
DİŞÇİ, ESRA, ATAMANALP, SABRİ SELÇUK   +1 more
openaire   +3 more sources

Clinical guideline for postoperative nutrition support in neonates with enterostomy (2024)

Pediatric Investigation, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This is an evidence‐based guideline for postoperative nutritional management of neonates with enterostomy. There were 10 clinical questions in enteral nutrition management, parenteral nutrition management, and post‐discharge follow‐up (including the closure of fistula).
Beijing Children's Hospital, Capital Medical University, National Center for Children's Health | Editorial Board of Chinese Journal of Neonatology | Life Support Group in Neonatologist Subdivision of Chinese Medical Doctor Association   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Laboratory evaluation of a rapid IgG4 antibody test (BLF Rapid™) for bancroftian filariasis [PDF]

, 2018
At the end phase of the Global Programme to Eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis, antibody testing may have a role in decision-making for bancroftian filariasis–endemic areas.
Babu, Subash, Fischer, Peter U, Hisam, Shamilah, Mahmud, Rohela, Noordin, Rahmah, Robinson, Keri, Won, Kimberly Y, Yunus, Muhammad H   +7 more
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Prenatal diagnosis of antenatal midgut volvulus: Specific ultrasound features

Prenatal Diagnosis, 2018
To assess specific, direct, and indirect prenatal ultrasound features in cases of fetal midgut volvulus.
C. Bartholmot, J. Faure, F. Grosjean, A. Couture, D. Forgues, F. Fuchs, O. Prodhomme   +6 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Gastric dilatation and volvulus in a capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, Linnaeus, 1766)

Veterinary Record Case Reports, EarlyView.
Abstract Gastric torsion has been described in several species, but this is the first documented case in a capybara. An entire, 6‐year‐old, female capybara was found dead in the indoor enclosure of the zoo in the morning. Pathological examinations revealed a large, bloated stomach upon opening the abdominal cavity.
Anna Linda Nógrádi, Péter Kertész, János Gál, Árisz Ziszisz   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

An empirical method to estimate the effect of soil on the rate for transmission of damping‐off disease

, 2004
The ability of some soils to suppress soil-borne diseases has been long recognised, but the underlying epidemiological mechanisms by which this occurs are largely unknown.• Using damping-off disease caused by Rhizoctonia solani, spreading through ...
Alabouvette C, Bailey DJ, C. A. Gilligan, Cook RJ, Dwyer G, Garrett KA, Gilligan CA, Gilligan CA, Gilligan CA, Hoper H, J. A. N. Filipe, Jeger MJ, Kleczkowski A, Nisbet RM, Otten W, Pielaat A, van den Bosch F, Van der Plank JE, W. Otten, Whipps JM   +19 more
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Gastric dilatation secondary to incarceration through a gastrosplenic omental rent in a dog

Veterinary Record Case Reports, EarlyView.
Abstract A 2‐year‐old, entire, female Dogue de Bordeaux presented with inappetence and abdominal distension. Radiographs revealed gastric dilatation and malpositioning. Given the absence of classical signs of gastric dilatation and volvulus, a medical approach was elected. After 24 hours, the dog's condition deteriorated.
Clara Galvani, Francesca Saponaro, Giacomo Galvani, Arrigo Galvani, Giliola Spattini   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis Presenting as Intestinal Obstruction - A Case Series. [PDF]

, 2011
Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis is a rare disease characterized by infiltration of the gastrointestinal tract by an increased number of eosinophils as compared to the normal.
Amitha, K, Kumar, AD, Shariff, SA
core   +1 more source

Fetal Midgut Volvulus with Meconium Peritonitis Detected on Prenatal Ultrasound

Case Reports in Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2018
Background Fetal volvulus is a rare, yet life-threatening condition that requires skilful diagnosis and management. Volvulus occurs when bowel loops become twisted and the twisting of the mesenteric artery leads to congestion, impaired venous return, and
E. Best, C. O’Brien, W. Carseldine, A. Deshpande, R. Glover, F. Park   +5 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source