Thrombolytic Effects of Philippine Pit Viper (Trimeresurus flavomaculatus) Venom in Human Blood In Vitro and Ferric Chloride-Induced Cardiac Thrombosis on Swiss Webster Mice In Vivo.

Introduction:  Thrombosis is one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. Thrombolytic agents are used to reduce this burden. Studies pointed out that certain proteins in the venom of several snake species may have potential thrombolytic properties.

Biopsychosocial Aspect of Patients With X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism: Its Implications on Quality of Life.

Objective: This study aims to describe the demographic profile in terms of age, marital status, annual family income, and educational attainment; to describe the physical, psychological, and social manifestations; to determine and describe coping mechanisms; to determine the goals, aspirations, and needs; and to determine the interaction and impact of the lived experiences on the quality of life of X-linked dystonia-parkinsonism (XDP) patients.

Methods: This qualitative-phenomenological study was conducted in the island of Panay. Purposive sampling was utilized.