Publications by authors named "Edecio Bona Neto"
Unveiling inflammatory biomarkers in multibacillary leprosy: the role of lymphocyte-platelet ratio in predicting leprosy reactions.
Luciana Cavalcante Trindade Alexandre Rolim da Paz Micheline da Silveira Mendes Yohana Oliveira de Barros Renata Soares Ferreira Edecio Bona Neto
Arch Dermatol Res
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Leprosy is a contagious disease causing physical disabilities and inflammatory episodes, but lacks definitive lab markers for diagnosing leprosy reactions, complicating its management.
- A study analyzed 67 patients with multibacillary leprosy, focusing on inflammatory biomarkers like lymphocyte-platelet ratio and systemic immune-inflammation index, using various diagnostic methods.
- Results indicated a positive association between leprosy reactions and the lymphocyte-platelet ratio, suggesting it could be a potential early indicator for recognizing these reactions, highlighting the need for further research.