Publications by authors named "Issa H"

Objective: NCTF135HA, a versatile polyrevitalizing solution, is a potent agent for enhancing skin quality, radiance, moisture, vitality, and diminishing fine wrinkles caused by aging factors. Data demonstrate a divergence in its application from skin quality enhancement to treatment of vitiligo lesions. To know more precisely about the protocol of use among providers, alone or in combination with other procedures, we performed an international survey.

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Objectives: This study aims to determine the levels of TNF-α, IGF-1, IL-6, and IL-10 protein in blood samples and their potential link to bronchitis-asthma diseases in the Iraq Duhok population, highlighting the prevalence of these long-term inflammatory diseases.

Methods: Sixty blood samples were used and separated into patients (n = 43) and control (n = 17) groups. Serum samples were separated for each individual.

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  • Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a major cause of heart failure, and this study analyzes genetic factors by examining 14,256 DCM cases and 36,203 participants from the UK Biobank for related traits.
  • Researchers discovered 80 genomic risk loci and pinpointed 62 potential effector genes tied to DCM, including some linked to rare variants.
  • The study uses advanced transcriptomics to explore how cellular functions contribute to DCM, showing that polygenic scores can help predict the disease in the general population and emphasize the importance of genetic testing and development of precise treatments.
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Introduction: Malaria is a health threat in sub-Saharan Africa, where Plasmodium is not tested in blood bags. Our objective was to determine the prevalence of plasmodial carriage in blood bags and the associated factors, and the involvement of these bags in the occurrence of malaria in recipients.

Methods: From 1st April to 30th November, 2020, we conducted a prospective cross-sectional study of 348 blood bags stored at 4°C in Bamako.

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Background: Skin biorevitalization involves multiple intradermal injections to enhance skin quality, but precise dermal targeting can be challenging due to variations in skin thickness smaller, less painful needles with fewer skin reactions are attractive options.

Aims: This study evaluates a new Micro-Needle device's performance and safety in comparison with the classic needle used in skin biorevitalization.

Patients/methods: Subjects with facial and neck skin aging were enrolled.

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Perception can be refined by experience, up to certain limits. It is unclear whether perceptual limits are absolute or could be partially overcome via enhanced neuromodulation and/or plasticity. Recent studies suggest that peripheral nerve stimulation, specifically vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), can alter neural activity and augment experience-dependent plasticity, although little is known about central mechanisms recruited by VNS.

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This study elucidates the efficacy and outcomes of a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement via a right anterior mini-thoracotomy, emphasizing its potential to minimize surgical trauma and expedite recovery while maintaining procedural integrity comparable to that of a traditional full sternotomy. This video tutorial demonstrates a successful aortic valve replacement procedure using the right anterior mini-thoracotomy approach, characterized by the absence of sutureless valves and specialized instruments. The detailed surgical procedure includes specific steps to optimize visibility and access through strategic incisions and rib dislocations, adhering to "the box principle" for effective exposure of the aortic valve.

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Purpose Of Review: This article explores recent developments in left main revascularization, with a focus on appraising the latest American and European guidelines.

Recent Findings: Recent pooled data analysis from four major randomized controlled trials (RCTs) for left main coronary artery stenosis indicate an advantage for CABG over PCI in regard to freedom from major adverse cardiovascular events, despite no significant difference in mortality observed at 5 years. Additional data support the use of CABG for patients with left ventricular dysfunction, complex left main lesions, diffuse coronary disease, and diabetes.

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This investigation was directed to examine the influence of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO-NPs) on the hatchability traits, and chick quality of newly hatched broiler chicks. A total of 480 eggs were randomly divided into four treatment groups, each consisting of three duplicates. As a negative control (NC), the first group was not injected; the second group was injected with saline and served as a positive control (PC), the third and fourth groups were injected with 30 and 60 ppm of (CuO-NPs)/egg.

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Carnosol, a rosemary polyphenol, displays anticancer properties and is suggested as a safer alternative to conventional surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Given that its effects on gingiva carcinoma have not yet been investigated, the aim of this study was to explore its anti-tumor selectivity and to unravel its underlying mechanisms of action. Hence, oral tongue and gingiva carcinoma cell lines exposed to carnosol were analyzed to estimate cytotoxicity, cell viability, cell proliferation, and colony formation potential as compared with those of normal cells.

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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) systems has ushered in a profound transformation. This conversion is marked by revolutionary extrapolative capabilities, a shift toward data-centric decision-making processes, and the enhancement of tools for managing risks. However, the adoption of these AI innovations has sparked controversy due to their unpredictable and opaque disposition.

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Adoption of plant-derived compounds for the management of oral cancer is encouraged by the scientific community due to emerging chemoresistance and conventional treatments adverse effects. Considering that very few studies investigated eugenol clinical relevance for gingival carcinoma, we ought to explore its selectivity and performance according to aggressiveness level. For this purpose, non-oncogenic human oral epithelial cells (GMSM-K) were used together with the Tongue (SCC-9) and Gingival (Ca9-22) squamous cell carcinoma lines to assess key tumorigenesis processes.

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Sleep is regulated by homeostatic sleep drive and the circadian clock. While tremendous progress has been made in elucidating the molecular components of the core circadian oscillator, the output mechanisms by which this robust oscillator generates rhythmic sleep behavior remain poorly understood. At the cellular level, growing evidence suggests that subcircuits in the master circadian pacemaker suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) in mammals and in the clock network in regulate distinct aspects of sleep.

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  • The study examines breast, corpus uteri, and ovarian cancer rates in Lebanon from 2005 to 2016, highlighting that breast cancer (Bca) accounted for 39.4% of new female cancer cases.
  • It notes significant increases in incidence rates for Bca and corpus uteri cancer, while ovarian cancer rates remained stable.
  • The findings suggest Lebanon's Bca incidence is among the highest globally, prompting calls for further investigation into risk factors and the establishment of a national screening strategy starting at age 40.
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  • Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and Genital Tract Infections (GTIs) are serious health issues that require accurate diagnosis to avoid severe consequences, with this study focusing on distinguishing between the two.
  • The research involved 294 patients divided into four groups based on infection status, utilizing interviews, examinations, and lab tests to gather data on demographics and symptoms.
  • Results showed no significant demographic differences among the groups, but variations in socioeconomic status and symptom prevalence were noted, highlighting the need for improved diagnostic methods to personalize treatment strategies.
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This case report describes the intricate aspects of managing pediatric lower limb trauma. A 7-year-old patient had a severe compound fracture and significant soft tissue damage in the left lower limb, classified as Gustilo Grade IIIC. This necessitated the use of scoring systems such as the Mangled Extremity Severity Score and limb salvage index to assess the likelihood of limb preservation.

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Oral cancer is considered as one of the most common malignancies worldwide. Its conventional treatment primarily involves surgery with or without postoperative adjuvant therapy. The targeting of signaling pathways implicated in tumorigenesis is becoming increasingly prevalent in the development of new anticancer drug candidates.

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  • * The study looked at how factors like lifestyle, obesity, and genetics can affect pregnancy loss, and both moms and dads can play a role.
  • * Although it's recognized that a man's health can affect pregnancy chances, there aren’t enough specific recommendations for doctors on how to help couples facing this problem.
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Vaginal stones are rarely encountered in practice, often misdiagnosed as bladder stone on plain radiography. The clinical manifestation can be unspecific ranging from asymptomatic stones to acute onset of fever or abdominal discomfort, rendering the diagnosis challenging. They are classified into primary stones resulting from urine stasis, and more commonly secondary stones formed around a nidus.

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Primary scrotal lipomas are rare findings in urological practice. We present a case of a scrotal mass in a young patient, found to have a huge scrotal lipoma. He was diagnosed using imaging modalities and surgically managed with no further complications.

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Circadian clocks generate rhythms of arousal, but the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms remain unclear. In Drosophila, the clock output molecule WIDE AWAKE (WAKE) labels rhythmic neural networks and cyclically regulates sleep and arousal. Here, we show, in a male mouse model, that mWAKE/ANKFN1 labels a subpopulation of dorsomedial hypothalamus (DMH) neurons involved in rhythmic arousal and acts in the DMH to reduce arousal at night.

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The noncoding genome presents a largely untapped source of new biological insights, including thousands of long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) loci. While lncRNA dysregulation has been reported in myeloid malignancies, their functional relevance remains to be systematically interrogated. We performed CRISPRi screens of lncRNA signatures from normal and malignant hematopoietic cells and identified as a myeloid leukemia dependency.

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Oxytocin is a neuropeptide that is important for maternal physiology and childcare, including parturition and milk ejection during nursing. Suckling triggers the release of oxytocin, but other sensory cues-specifically, infant cries-can increase the levels of oxytocin in new human mothers, which indicates that cries can activate hypothalamic oxytocin neurons. Here we describe a neural circuit that routes auditory information about infant vocalizations to mouse oxytocin neurons.

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Background: NCTF®135HA is a bio-revitalizing solution containing hyaluronic acid designed to compensate for skin dehydration, fatigue, and fine wrinkles associated with endogenous and environmental aging.

Methods: We conducted a randomized, active-controlled study to evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of NCTF®135HA injections on the face (crow's feet), neck, and décolleté regions. Subjects were randomly assigned (3:1) to receive three NCTF®135HA treatment sessions plus twice-daily anti-aging moisturizer cream or cream alone (control).

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