Mechanism of Action of Green-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticle-Incorporated Dental Varnish Against Candida albicans.

Introduction:  , a common fungal pathogen, is often associated with oral infections such as denture stomatitis. Dental varnishes, especially those incorporating antimicrobial agents, have shown promise in preventing colonization. This study investigates the antifungal efficacy of a dental varnish incorporating green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) using and extracts.

Copper Dyshomeostasis And Diabetic Complications: Chelation Strategies For Management.

Cuproptosis, An Emerging Concept In The Field Of Diabetes Research, Presents A Novel And Promising Perspective For The Effective Management Of Diabetes Mellitus And Its Associated Complications. Diabetes, Characterized By Chronic Hyperglycemia, Poses A Substantial Global Health Burden, With An Increasing Prevalence Worldwide. Despite Significant Progress In Our Understanding Of This Complex Metabolic Disorder, Optimal Therapeutic Strategies Still Remain Elusive.

Bridging Diagnostic Gaps: Utilising HiCrome Agar and Tetrazolium Reduction Medium for the Rapid and Presumptive Identification and Speciation of Candida Species in Vulvovaginal Candidiasis in Low-Resource Environments.

Background Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is a common fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of species, primarily (). Using HiCrome agar and tetrazolium reduction medium offers cost-effectiveness in detection by eliminating the need for additional tests, reducing equipment costs compared to automated systems, and simplifying workflow with direct species identification while maintaining high specificity. They expedite detection by directly identifying species based on colony colour, bypassing the multiple steps of phenotypic methods.

Salmonella Peritonitis Secondary to Gastroduodenal Perforation: An Unusual Presentation of Enteric Fever.

-induced peritonitis, secondary to spontaneous gastrointestinal perforation, is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition. We present a case of a 62-year-old female with a history of systemic hypertension, who presented with diffuse abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. Initial evaluation suggested acute gastroenteritis, but worsening symptoms led to emergent exploratory laparotomy, revealing a gastric/duodenal perforation.

Antimicrobial Archetypes: Assessing the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice (KAP) Trends in Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (AMSP) Among Faculties, Residents, and Interns in a Tertiary Care Hospital.

Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is caused by inappropriate use of antimicrobials. India's high antibiotic use contributes significantly to AMR. Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs (AMSPs) are crucial for optimizing antimicrobial use.