SCOBY Cellulose-Based Materials Hydrophobized Using Stearic Acid and Apple Powder.

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a subject of interest for researchers due to its advantageous characteristics, including a straightforward manufacturing process, biocompatibility, and extensive modification potential. The hydrophilic nature of the material is beneficial in some applications, yet a limiting factor in others. This study aimed to develop BC-based materials with goFogureod moisture resistance.

Usefulness of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms as Predictors of Sudden Cardiac Death.

The pathophysiology of sudden cardiac death (SCD) remains incompletely understood. Genetic mutations can create a favorable substrate for SCD. Our aim is to evaluate the evidence of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) as predictors of SCD.

Increasing myocardial infarction mortality trends in a middle-income country.

Background: Developed countries continue to show a decrease in cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality. Little is known about CVD mortality trends in low and middle-income countries. The aim of our study is to describe myocardial infarction (MI) mortality trends and evaluate if differences between ethnic groups and geographic regions are present among the Ecuadorians with acute MI.

Informed consent comprehension among vulnerable populations in Ecuador: video-delivered vs. in-person standard method.

The informed consent comprehension process is key to engaging potential research subject participation. The aim of this study is to compare informed consent comprehension between two methods: standard and video-delivered. We compared the in-person and video-delivered informed consent process in the Familias Unidas intervention.

Impact of the 2016 Ecuador Earthquake on Zika Virus Cases.

Objectives: To evaluate the impact of the April 2016 7.8-magnitude earthquake in Ecuador on the incidence of Zika virus (ZIKV) cases.

Methods: We used the national public health surveillance system for reportable transmissible conditions and included suspected and laboratory-confirmed ZIKV cases.