Physicians should consider non-O1, non-O139 (NOVC) in the differential diagnosis of cellulitis complicated by sepsis, especially in immunocompromised patients when potential exposure exists. Due to the pathogen's potential for severe infections and rising incidence from environmental changes, we emphasize the need for increased awareness and appropriate treatment guidelines.
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The R-LINE model, which was released in 2013 as a stand-alone model for roadway-type applications and was based on a set of newly developed dispersion curves, exhibited favorable model performance in a limited set of evaluations (Heist et. al, 2013, Snyder et al. 2013, Venkatram et al.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a common disease in children. Lifestyle modification is the primary treatment but difficult to achieve and maintain. Topiramate is a component of an approved weight loss medication (topiramate-phentermine) in children aged 12 years and older but is more commonly used as a single agent, off-label, for pediatric obesity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe deep-sea open ocean habitat (below 200 m depth) is comprised of little-to-no light, near freezing temperatures, and vastly connected stratified waters. Bioluminescence is often linked to the success and diversification of fishes in these dark deep-sea habitats, which are host to many species-rich and morphologically diverse clades. Fish bioluminescence takes many forms and is used in a variety of behaviors including counterillumination, prey detection and luring, communication, and predator avoidance.
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