Publications by authors named "Enas Ammar"
Cytotoxic Effect of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia Isolated from Prostate and Bladder Cancer Patients in Iraq.
Asian Pac J Cancer Prev
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study examined how Stenotrophomonas maltophilia affects normal human cells, focusing on its cytotoxic effects.
- Seven bacterial isolates were taken from urine samples of cancer patients, and their impact on normal human fibrocyte cells was evaluated using different concentrations of bacterial filtrate.
- Results showed significant cell death, with a maximum of 68% at the highest concentration, and an IC50 value of 49.35 μg/ml, highlighting the need for further research into how these bacteria might influence cancer through inflammation.
Background: Antimicrobial resistance is a global health concern that contributes to significant mortality and morbidity. This study investigated knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes of medical students in Palestinian universities towards antimicrobial resistance and stewardship. The study also investigated associations between variables of students with their knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes.
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