Publications by authors named "A Dhal"

Cryptosporidiosis is an infection induced by the single-celled protozoan Cryptosporidium parasite. This parasite commonly infects the intestines of humans and animals, leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting. Cryptopain protein, a type of cysteine protease found in the genome of plays an important role in cell invasion and its survival.

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The FIKK protein family, encompassing 21 serine-threonine protein kinases, is a distinctive cluster exclusive to the Apicomplexa phylum. Predominantly located in which is a malarial parasite, with a solitary gene identified in a distinct apicomplexan species, this family derives its nomenclature from - phenylalanine, isoleucine, lysine, lysine (FIKK), a conserved amino acid motif. Integral to the parasite's life cycle and consequential to malaria pathogenesis, the absence of orthologous proteins in eukaryotic organisms designates it as a promising antimalarial drug target.

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  • * This study compares the effectiveness of conventional maxillofacial obturators versus those lined with a soft-liner, examining their impact on masticatory performance, speech, and quality of life in patients.
  • * Results show that the relined obturator significantly improves masticatory performance (3.22 vs. 2.74) and speech quality (lower jitter), highlighting the benefits of using a soft-liner in prosthetic rehabilitation.
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Unlabelled: Malaria, caused by , remains a pressing global health concern. Advancements in combating this parasite involve the development of a protein vaccine. This study employs immunoinformatics to identify potential vaccine candidates within the repertoire of 218 .

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  • - This study assessed the effectiveness of different surgical procedures (single-stage, two-stage, and salvage) for treating chronic perilunate dislocations in 15 patients from 2013 to 2019, comparing their outcomes with prior literature.
  • - Out of the patients, 13 underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), while 2 required salvage procedures; the approach transitioned from single-stage to more complex two-stage procedures using external fixators for better results.
  • - Post-operative evaluations showed mixed outcomes, with some complications like nonunion and avascular necrosis occurring, and the mean scapholunate angle reflecting varying degrees of wrist extension and flexion.
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