This study reported a one-spot preparation of magnetic composite carbon (MCC@Fe) from microcrystalline cellulose (MC). The pure cellulose was impregnated in iron (III) chloride solution and carbonized at 650 °C. The MCC@Fe composite adsorbent underwent various characterization techniques.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTwo experiments evaluated the effects of an injectable trace mineral (ITM) solution at weaning on trace mineral (TM) status, inflammatory and antioxidant responses, grazing behavior, response to vaccination, and growth of beef calves. Experiment 1 used 86 Nellore calves (40 females and 46 males; body weight [BW] = 198 ± 30.8 kg; 8 ± 1 mo of age) weaned (day 0) and assigned into one of two treatments: saline (0.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDuring the gestational period, the pubic symphysis dilates for vaginal delivery. However, exacerbated widening may indicate ligament injury and pelvic instability, resulting in significant pain complaints. This uncommon condition is called peripartum pubic symphysis disjunction (PPSD).
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDiabetes mellitus (DM) prevalence is rising worldwide. Current therapies comprising subcutaneous insulin injections can cause adverse effects such as lipodystrophy, local reactions like redness and swelling, fluid retention, and allergic reactions. Nanoparticle carriers for oral insulin are groundbreaking compared to existing methods because they are non-invasive treatments, showing operational convenience, controlled release profile, and ability to simulate the physiological delivery route into the bloodstream.
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Conventional osteosarcoma is a high-grade malignant tumor characterized by the production of osteoid matrix by malignant osteoblasts. It typically affects the long bones of children and adolescents. Treatment includes systemic chemotherapy and a local surgical approach with wide resection.
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