Flexor carpi radialis muscle atrophy due to cervical spondylotic amyotrophy.

Key Clinical Message: Presenting a rare case of flexor carpi radialis atrophy secondary to cervical spondylotic amyotrophy.

Abstract: A 52-year-old man with a history of cervicobrachial neuralgia presented with an advanced atrophy of the right flexor carpi radialis muscle with a groove hollowed out on the anterior surface of the right forearm. The spine MRI showed that this rare atrophy was related to a cervical spondylotic amyotrophy.

Flexor Carpi Radialis Muscle: Anatomic Features and Electromyography Technique Under Ultrasound Control.

The electromyographic assessment of the flexor carpi radialis muscle (FCRM) in the context of an upper limb extensors' deficiency helps physicians in differentiating radial nerve damage from C7 radicular impairment. Ultrasound (US)-guided electromyography (EMG) is mandatory to locate this muscle, particularly in the case of muscle atrophy, denervation, and neuromuscular disorders. The aim of this manuscript is to illustrate the anatomical specific features of the FCRM and the technical procedure of FCRM EMG with US guidance.

Importance of Anatomic Peculiarities and Ultrasound-Guided Electromyography of the Extensor Indicis Proprius Muscle.

The extensor indicis proprius muscle (EIPM) is considered a key muscle in the assessment of the level of the neurologic lesion causing any motor or sensory medio-cubital impairment of the hand. The aim of this study is to illustrate the anatomical peculiarities of the EIPM, the ultrasound (US) anatomy of the inferoposterior part of the forearm, and the technique of US-guided electromyography (EMG) of the EIPM. The US-guided EMG of the EIPM is technically easy and safe for young practitioners, provided there is a good knowledge of US anatomy of the inferoposterior part of the forearm.

Clinical Significance of Anatomic Peculiarities and Ultrasound-Guided Electromyography of the Posterior Tibial Muscle.

The posterior tibial muscle (PTM) is a key muscle in diagnosing the level of the neurologic lesion that causes steppage gate that is a paralysis of nervous origin of the muscles ensuring the foot dorsiflexion. The aim of this manuscript is to illustrate the anatomical peculiarities of the PTM, the ultrasound (US) anatomy of the infero-posterior part of the leg, and the technique of US-guided electro-neuro-myography (ENMG) of the PTM, which is considered a key muscle in the diagnosis of the neurological lesion causing steppage gate. The US-guided ENMG of the PTM is technically easy and safe for young practitioners provided there is a good knowledge of US anatomy of the infero-posterior part of the leg.

Production and structure prediction of amylases from Chlorella vulgaris.

Amylases are enzymes required for starch degradation and are naturally produced by many microorganisms. These enzymes are used in several fields such as food processing, beverage, and medicine as well as in the formulation of enzymatic detergents proving their significance in modern biotechnology. In this study, a three-stage growth mode was applied to enhance starch production and amylase detection from Chlorella vulgaris.

Potential of Exopolysaccharide from to Contend with Bacterial Proliferation, Biofilm Formation, and Breast Cancer.

Exopolysaccharide (EPS) from marine microalgae are promising sources of a new generation of drugs. However, lot of them remain to be discovered and tested. In this study, EPS produced by and its oligomers prepared by High Pressure Homogenizer have been tested for different biological activities, i.

Protective Role of Against Bifenthrin-Induced Reprotoxicity in Adult Male Mice by Reversing Expression of Altered Histological, Biochemical, and Molecular Markers Including MicroRNAs.

The potential reprotoxicity of bifenthrin remains unclear if only the common clinical indicators of reproductive disease are examined. The present study aimed to investigate the efficacy of , a microalga rich in antioxidant compounds, against bifenthrin-induced testicular oxidative damage in male mice. At the first, we demonstrate that administration of bifenthrin resulted in a decline of testosterone level and in deterioration of sperm quality that was correlated with significant transcription changes of some specific mRNA and microRNA involved in cholesterol transport, testosterone synthesis, and spermatogenesis.

Deciphering the Biological Activities of sp. Aqueous Extract from Stressed Conditions on Breast Cancer: from in Vitro to in Vivo Investigations.

In order to harness local resources to improve well-being and human health, we aim in this study to investigate if the microalgae sp. isolated from the Tunisian coastal zone possesses any anticancer activity. sp.

Proteomic Analysis of the Chlorophyta Dunaliella New Strain AL-1 Revealed Global Changes of Metabolism during High Carotenoid Production.

The green microalgae genus is known for the production of high added value molecules. In this study, strain AL-1 was isolated from the Sebkha of Sidi El Hani (Sousse, Tunisia). This isolate was identified both morphologically and genetically via 18S rRNA gene sequence as a member of the genus .

Cyanobacteria as source of marine bioactive compounds: Molecular specific detection based on Δ9 desaturase gene.

The blue-green microalga, Arthrospira sp., isolated from the sea of Kssour Essef in Mahdia (Tunisia), was purified and then identified both morphologically and genetically based on 16S rRNA gene sequence. Following physicochemical analysis, the prokaryotic microalga tested represented a competitive source of pigments and showed a considerable rate in protein (64%) which was confirmed by FTIR measurement.

Microalgae amino acid extraction and analysis at nanomolar level using electroporation and capillary electrophoresis with laser-induced fluorescence detection.

Amino acids play a key role in food analysis, clinical diagnostics, and biochemical research. Capillary electrophoresis with laser-induced fluorescence detection was used for the analysis of several amino acids. Amino acid labeling with fluorescein isothiocyanate was conducted using microwave-assisted derivatization at 80°C (680 W) during only 150 s.