Publications by authors named "A Ranga"

Breast cancer, a complex and heterogeneous ailment impacting numerous women worldwide, persists as a prominent cause of cancer-related fatalities. MicroRNAs (miRNAs), small non-coding RNAs, have garnered significant attention for their involvement in breast cancer's progression. These molecules post-transcriptionally regulate gene expression, influencing crucial cellular processes including proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis.

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Objectives: This study quantified the health and economic benefits of improving low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) control in Malaysian patients with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD). It aimed to inform policy discussions and healthcare planning for effective ASCVD management.

Methods: A deterministic, prevalence-based model was used to project the annual health burden and direct medical costs associated with recurrent ASCVD events over a 10-year horizon.

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Background: Primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PPCI) is the preferred treatment for ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) patients in both PCI centers and those transferred from non-PCI centers, provided it can be performed in a timely manner. The challenges in transferring patients from non-PCI centers include not only potential delays beyond 120 min but also the risk of overwhelming the resources at the PPCI hospital. We report a novel strategy implemented within the Serdang STEMI Network involving immediate transfer of patients back to the originating hospitals within 2 h post procedure.

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Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) is a vital vegetable crop known for its nutritional and economic significance, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. Studying heterosis and combining ability in okra is crucial for enhancing its yield, quality, and resistance to pests and diseases.

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  • - The study investigates how cellular interactions, driven by force, contribute to cancer cell invasion, particularly in the context of cerebral cavernous malformations (CCM), which are characterized by abnormal blood vessels.
  • - Researchers used an in-vitro model to demonstrate that endothelial cells lacking the CCM2 protein help recruit normal (wild-type) endothelial cells through mechanical forces and changes in the surrounding extracellular matrix, facilitating lesion growth.
  • - The findings reveal that CCM2 mutant cells manipulate neighboring wild-type cells into proliferating and altering their functions, providing new insights into the mechanisms behind vascular abnormalities and tools for studying cell behavior in disease contexts.
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