Reasons for Exclusion From Intravenous Thrombolysis in Acute Ischemic Stroke: Experience From a Moroccan Stroke Unit.

Background and objective The rate of intravenous thrombolysis (IVT) in acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is still low due to several absolute and relative contraindications, including admission time delay, which remains the main reason for exclusion from thrombolysis. In this study, we aimed to identify reasons for non-thrombolysis at our stroke center. Methods This retrospective study included all patients with a final diagnosis of AIS as per our stroke prospective register from 2014 to 2019.

Perspectives of adolescents, parents, and teachers on barriers and facilitators of physical activity among school-age adolescents: a qualitative analysis.

Background: Physical activity levels are low among adolescents in Morocco; however, the influences on physical activity behavior of adolescents have not yet been explored in a qualitative study. Here, we explored potential social-ecological barriers and facilitators of physical activity in Moroccan adolescents with the goal of developing a successful intervention program aimed at improving their physical activity level.

Methods: For this study, we conducted 17 focus group discussions (100 participants, composed of 56 adolescents, 26 parents, and 18 teachers from two middle schools in Taza city, Morocco).

Viability and Infectivity of Tuber borchii after Cryopreservation.

Background: Truffles (Tuber spp.) are the most precious ectomycorrhizal edible mushrooms whose biodiversity is seriously endangered.

Objective: To develop a protocol for cryopreservation of Tuber spp.