Prevalence of antibodies for the hepatitis C virus in the lowland (bajio) region of Mexico.

Background And Aims: Infection with the hepatitis C virus (HVC) is one of the most common viral infections worldwide. Approximately 170 million individuals are infected worldwide. HCV is an important cause of morbidity and mortality.

Antimicrobial resistance of Escherichia coli in Mexico: how serious is the problem?

Introduction: This study aimed to determine the resistance patterns of Escherichia coli (E. coli) in Mexico to several antibiotics and research some therapeutic options.

Methodology: Positive cultures for E.

Therapeutic hypothermia: critical review of the molecular mechanisms of action.

Therapeutic hypothermia (TH) is nowadays one of the most important methods of neuroprotection. The events that occur after an episode of ischemia are multiple and hypothermia can affect the various steps of this cascade. The mechanisms of action of TH are varied and the possible explanation for the benefits of this therapy is probably the multiple mechanisms of action blocking the cascade of ischemia on many levels.