Dendritic cells in triple-negative breast cancer: From pathophysiology to therapeutic applications.

Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in women and the fifth leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. It is a highly heterogeneous disease, consisting of multiple subtypes that vary significantly in clinical characteristics and survival outcomes. Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a particularly aggressive and challenging subtype of breast cancer.

Halorubrum miltondacostae sp. nov., a potential polyhydroxyalkanoate producer isolated from an inland solar saltern in Rio Maior, Portugal.

One hundred and sixty-three extreme halophiles were recovered from a single sample collected from an inland solar saltern in Rio Maior. Based on random amplified polymorphic DNA (RAPD) profiles and partial 16S rRNA gene sequencing 125 isolates were identified as members of the Archaea domain within the genus Halorubrum. Two strains, RMP-11 and RMP-47, showed 99.

Sleep Quality in CrossFit: A Cross-Sectional Study.

 Based on the relationship between sleep and sports performance, the present study aimed to evaluate sleep quality and excessive daytime sleepiness among adult CrossFit (CrossFit, LLC, Santa Cruz, CA, USA) practitioners and to verify possible associations with intestinal health.  This cross-sectional study involved males and females aged ≥ 18 years who had been regularly practicing CrossFit for at least 3 months. This survey used an online questionnaire addressing demographic and socioeconomic data, disease history, dietary characteristics, and questions regarding CrossFit.

Ureterovaginal fistula: a case report and review of an unexpected contemporary complication secondary to transvaginal ultrasound-guided oocyte retrieval.

Despite the widespread use of transvaginal ultrasound-guided oocyte retrieval in assisted reproductive technology procedures, there is a lack of systematic data on the incidence and nature of its complications. This makes it difficult for healthcare providers to fully understand and manage the risks associated with the procedure, and for patients to make informed decisions about their care. Ureteral injuries and other complications during oocyte retrieval are important to consider and manage appropriately.

Corpus cavernosum abscess after Al-Ghorab shunt with Snake Maneuver for ischemic priapism treatment: Clinical and surgical treatments.

Corpus cavernosum abscess is a rare condition that can lead to permanent and debilitating consequences. This case reports a 58-year-old man who developed erectile dysfunction with no response to oral and intracavernous medications after the surgical treatment of a penile abscess.