Publications by authors named "B R Shukla"

Owing to their inherent resistance to different classes of antifungals, early identification of Fusarium spp. is crucial. In this study, 10 clinical isolates were included from patients with invasive fusariosis involving lungs, sinuses, or both.

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  • Wastewater can help scientists understand public health by showing how germs and viruses are present in communities over time and space.
  • Researchers studied wastewater in Miami Dade County from 2020 to 2022 to track different viruses and bacteria, linking them to COVID-19 cases in hospitals and universities.
  • They found harmful germs and bacteria in the water, showing connections between wastewater, human health, and the use of antibiotics, which can help improve public health decisions in the future.
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In this exploration of Linn., commonly known as turmeric, renowned for its therapeutic history, our study focuses on the bioactive compound curcumin. We established and validated an HPLC method for precise curcumin quantification, complemented by an examination of total phenolic and flavonoid content, as well as antioxidant capabilities in a methanolic extract from rhizomes obtained through a methanol-based Soxhlet extraction.

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Background: Candida auris has become a growing concern worldwide because of increases in incidence of colonization and reports of invasive infections. There are limited data on clinical factors associated with poor outcomes in patients with C. auris bloodstream infection (BSI).

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  • The study aimed to identify effective surgical procedures for treating finger contracture, which occurs when finger movement is restricted.
  • A total of 31 patients were assessed, undergoing treatments like K-wire surgery with skin grafts or various flap procedures, with outcomes evaluated based on recovery time, functionality, and patient complaints.
  • Results suggested that contracture reduction with skin grafting was the most promising approach, offering the best functional and aesthetic outcomes among the methods tested.
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