Optimal Control in Two Strain Pneumonia Transmission Dynamics by Mary C. Swai, Nyimvua Shaban, Theresia Marijani

“…Furthermore, we apply optimal control theory to the model aiming at minimizing the number of infections from drug-sensitive and drug-resistant strains. …”
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Regulatory T Cells in Autoimmune and Viral Chronic Hepatitis by Pascal Lapierre, Alain Lamarre

“…An overly tolerant immune response can lead to chronic infections while an overreactive and unbridled immune response can lead to autoimmune hepatitis. …”
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Spatial Analysis and Socio-Environmental Determinants of Canine Visceral Leishmaniasis in an Urban Area in Northeastern Brazil by Natan Diego Alves de Freitas, Lucas José Macedo Freire, Suely Ruth Silva, Nilton Guedes do Nascimento, Pedro Cordeiro-Estrela

“…Dogs are considered the main urban reservoir of VL, whose infections precede cases in humans. In order to understand the socio-environmental determinants associated with canine visceral leishmaniasis (CVL), we conducted a spatial analysis of CVL cases in northeastern Brazil from 2013 to 2015, georeferencing 3288 domiciled dogs. …”
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Ultrasound-Guided Interscalene Brachial Plexus Block for Pathological Humerus Fracture due to Multiple Myeloma with Systemic Manifestation: Useful Option for Management in Low-Inco... by Pawan Kumar Hamal, Bibena Lamichhane, Nabin Pokhrel, Janith Singh, Rupesh Kumar Yadav

“…We present a case of a 53-year-old lady with pathological fracture of left humerus shaft, a diagnosed case of multiple myeloma with compression fracture of multiple lumbar spine with chest wall metastasis with resolving acute kidney injury with chest infections. Ultrasound-guided interscalene brachial plexus block with sedation was done for open reduction internal fixation of humerus shaft fracture taking in consideration the overall high perioperative risk of patient. …”
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Optimal control applied to a stage-structured cassava mosaic disease model with vector feeding behavior by Eva Lusekelo, Mlyashimbi Helikumi, Salamida Daudi, Steady Mushayabasa

“…Additionally, the model includes vector feeding behavior since prior studies have shown that vectors exhibit preferences to settle for either healthy or infected hosts. We determined the offspring number and carried out its sensitivity analysis. …”
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Loop-mediated isothermal amplification and its limit of detection for diagnostics of plant pathogens by Govindan Muthukumar, Ayyanar Kamalakannan, Irudhayasamy Johnson, Pachamuthu Kamaraj, Iyyamperumal Muthuvel, Shanmugam Varanavasiappan

“…Phytopathology deals with a branch of biology encompassing pathogens that infect plants. Pathogenic fungi, bacteria, viruses, viroids, and phytoplasmas are notorious and hard to control; preventive measures are important for managing disease as early as possible. …”
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Case Report: Endovascular embolization under DSA for multivessel supply mixed pulmonary sequestration in young patients by Hong Li, Qinhong Li, Xing Zhang, Feng Li, Zhongjian Su, Lili Deng, Chuxiong Gong

“…Follow-up revealed substantial absorption of the PS, disappearance of the abnormal vessels originating from the descending aorta, and no recurrence of respiratory infections. This case highlights the efficacy of endovascular intervention in young patients with complex vascular mixed PS.…”
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Interactions between Leishmania braziliensis and Macrophages Are Dependent on the Cytoskeleton and Myosin Va by Elisama Azevedo, Leandro Teixeira Oliveira, Ana Karina Castro Lima, Rodrigo Terra, Patrícia Maria Lourenço Dutra, Verônica P. Salerno

“…These data reveal the importance of F-actin, microtubules, and myosin-Va suggesting that modulation of the cytoskeleton may be a mechanism used by L. braziliensis to overcome the natural responses of macrophages to establish infections.…”
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The Characteristics and Clinical Analysis of Lorenz Plot of Neonatal Atrial Tachycardia by Fei Zheng, Tingting Yu, Xin Wei, Jie Wen, Hualian Li

“…It was demonstrated that the prevalence of cardiac structural abnormalities, viral infections, myocardial injury, and heart failure was significantly increased in the multifocal atrial tachycardia group. …”
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Autosplenectomy in a Patient with Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH) by Ethan Burns, Kartik Anand, Gonzalo Acosta, Malcolm Irani, Betty Chung, Abhishek Maiti, Ibrahim Ibrahim, Lawrence Rice

“…He had recurrent episodes of sepsis due to dialysis line infections from poor hygiene, and blood cultures had been positive for multiple organisms including Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis, and Streptococcus pneumoniae. …”
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Optimal Pest Control Strategies with Cost-effectiveness Analysis by Ihza Rizkia Fitri, Farida Hanum, Ali Kusnanto, Toni Bakhtiar

“…This study evaluates the application of three dynamical measures of controls, namely, green insecticide, mating disruption, and the removal of infected plants, in controlling pest insects. A model was built to describe the interaction between plants and insects as well as the circulation of the pathogen. …”
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Recent Insights into Antibiotic Resistance in Helicobacter pylori Eradication by Wenming Wu, Yunsheng Yang, Gang Sun

“…However, emergence of antibiotic resistance often decreases the eradication rates of H. pylori infections. Many factors have been implicated as causes of treatment failure, but the main antibiotic resistance mechanisms described to date are due to point mutations on the bacterial chromosome, a consequence of a significantly phenotypic variation in H. pylori. …”
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The impact of resources availability on phytophthora population dynamics and ecosystem health by Afandi Auliana, Yosilia Rani, Agustiani Mala, Rustiaty Banon, Sinaga Rismawita, Khodijah Siti, Anggraini Reny Tri

“…This interaction often results in complex feedback loops where shifts in resource availability can worsen or mitigate the spread of Phytophthora infections. For instance, high soil moisture levels and nutrient availability can enhance pathogen growth and sporulation, leading to increased disease incidence and severity. …”
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Biomaterials in Guided Bone and Tissue Regenerations: An Update by Reza Abdollahi Namanloo, Maedeh Ommani, Kamyar Abbasi, Mostafa Alam, Ashkan Badkoobeh, Mahdi Rahbar, Hadi Kokabi Arasteh, Emran Hajmohammadi, Reza Sayyad Soufdoost, Seyed Ali Mosaddad

“…If a tooth has been extracted or if the gums have been infected with periodontal disease, guided bone regeneration procedures may be used to restore the lost bone. …”
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Exploring the Active Constituents of <i>Andrographis paniculata</i> in Protecting the Skin Barrier and the Synergistic Effects with Collagen XVII by Heng Xu, Shiying Lan, Simin Lin, Anjing Wang, Yuanlin Luo, Jing Wang, Zhenzhong Yang

“…<i>Andrographis paniculata</i> is mainly used to treat skin inflammations, wounds, and infections. In this study, Andrographis Herba, the aerial part of the plant, was proven to increase the viability of UVB-damaged HaCat cells and reduce reactive oxygen species levels. …”
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Ventricular Habronemiasis in Aviary Passerines by Jennifer N. Niemuth, Joni V. Allgood, James R. Flowers, Ryan S. De Voe, Brigid V. Troan

“…Koilin fragmentation with secondary bacterial and fungal infections was the most frequently observed pathologic lesion. …”
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Detection of viral antigen and inflammatory mediators in fatal pediatric dengue: a study on lung immunopathogenesis by Leandro Junqueira Moragas, Laíza Vianna Arruda, Laíza Vianna Arruda, Lucca de Lima Siqueira Oliveira, Felipe de Andrade Vieira Alves, Felipe de Andrade Vieira Alves, Natália Gedeão Salomão, Natália Gedeão Salomão, Jemima Fuentes Ribeiro da Silva, Carlos Alberto Basílio-de-Oliveira, Rodrigo Panno Basílio-de-Oliveira, Ronaldo Mohana-Borges, Caio Gonçalves Azevedo, Gabriela Xavier de Oliveira, Jorge José de Carvalho, Fernando Colonna Rosman, Fernando Colonna Rosman, Marciano Viana Paes, Kíssila Rabelo, Kíssila Rabelo

“…The aim of this article was to evaluate the inflammatory and histopathological profile of the lung tissue of three fatal cases of children infected with DENV, which represents a group more susceptible to fatality due to its incomplete development.MethodsHistopathological analysis was carried out using Hematoxylin and Eosin staining and special stains. …”
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Tuberculosis Classification using SVM and Modified CNN by SRINIVAS BABU N, SHASHIKIRAN S, M JAYANTHI, Rajani N, K M PALANISWAMY, M R KUSHALATHA

“…Early detection and identification of tuberculosis is crucial for managing tuberculosis infections. Recent technological improvements use a machine learning-based SVM and Modified CNN to identify specific diseases more accurately, as demonstrated in this research. …”
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Oral Care of Hospitalised Older Patients in the Acute Medical Setting by Kathryn Salamone, Elaine Yacoub, Anne-Marie Mahoney, Karen-leigh Edward

“…As people age their susceptibility increases to chronic and life-threatening diseases, and they can be at increased risk of acute infections increases compromised by ageing immune systems. …”
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The Role of Reconstructive Surgery for Treating Pressure Injuries – A Review of Literature by Martyna Łukasiewicz, Magdalena Grotowska, Maria Wydro, Aleksandra Strawińska

“…Effective management of PIs is critical for preventing prolonged hospitalizations and mitigating the risk of hospital-acquired infections, thereby significantly improving patients' quality of life.…”
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