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A review of rapid food safety testing: using lateral flow assay platform to detect foodborne pathogens
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Taylor and Francis Group
, 2023 , Article Review)
The detrimental impact of foodborne pathogens on human health makes food safety a major concern at all levels of production. Conventional methods to detect foodborne pathogens, such as live culture, high-performance liquid ...
Echocardiographic screening for rheumatic heart disease in 4 515 Sudanese school children: marked disparity between two communities.
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Clinics Cardive
, 2018 , Article)
Echocardiographic (echo) screening has unmasked a high prevalence of subclinical rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in many countries, and it can be used as a surveillance tool to control the disease. School children of 10 to ...
Reduced vasorin enhances angiotensin II signaling within the aging arterial wall
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Impact Journals
, 2018 , Article)
The glycosylated protein vasorin physically interacts with the transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-β1) and functionally attenuates its fibrogenic signaling in the vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) of the arterial wall. ...
Comparative assessment of fracture risk among osteoporosis and osteopenia patients: a cross-sectional study
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Dove Medical Press
, 2018 , Article)
Background: Both osteoporosis and osteopenia remain worldwide public health concerns. They both lead to bone fractures, which can lead to disability and burden on those who are afflicted.
Objectives: To assess and compare ...
Epstein–Barr Virus Epidemiology, Serology, and Genetic Variability of LMP-1 Oncogene Among Healthy Population: An Update
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Frontiers Medi
, 2018 , Article Review)
The Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) is a DNA lymphotropic herpesvirus and the causative agent
of infectious mononucleosis. EBV is highly prevalent since it affects more than 90% of
individuals worldwide and has been linked to ...
Fast Foods, Sweets and Beverage Consumption and Risk of Colorectal Cancer: A Case-Control Study in Jordan
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West Asia Organization for Cancer Prevention
, 2018 , Article)
Background: The effects of consuming fast foods, sweets and beverages on the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) are unclear. The aim of this case-control study was to assess possible associations between the consumption ...
Culturally competent care across borders: Implementing culturally responsive teaching for nurses in diverse workforces
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Elsevier
, 2024 , Other)
The migration of healthcare professionals, including nurses, is a global phenomenon. It is driven by various factors, including the pursuit of better opportunities, living conditions, and professional development, as well ...
External fixation versus open reduction and internal fixation of pilon fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Musculoskelet Surg Res 2018;2:41-50.
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Wolters Kluwer - Medknow
, 2018 , Article)
Objectives: Pilon fractures are challenging to treat and associated with complications such as skin necrosis and superficial and deep infections that can potentially lead to amputation. This meta‑analysis aimed to compare ...
Antibiotic resistance and virulence patterns of pathogenic Escherichia coli strains associated with acute gastroenteritis among children in Qatar
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BioMed Central Ltd.
, 2020 , Article)
Background: The treatment of Enterobacteriaceae family including diarrheagenic E. coli (DEC) has been increasingly complicated due to the emergence of resistant strains. Here we report on the phenotypic resistance profiles ...
Sarcopenia and Mortality in Critically Ill COVID-19 Patients
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Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
, 2024 , Article Review)
COVID-19 can manifest as either asymptomatic or progressing to a severe phase in some patients, which may require hospitalization. These patients may experience dyspnea and hypoxia, leading to the development of acute ...