Publications by authors named "M Al Harbi"

Buruli ulcer (BU) a neglected disease induced by the bacterium Mycobacterium ulcerans, predominantly impacts tropical and subtropical areas with its pathophysiology ascribed to the Mycolactone protein. Current antibiotics frequently prove insufficient to manage advanced or chronic ulcers and the rise of drug resistance presents a considerable challenge. This work aims to address these challenges by employing computational methods to identify therapeutic candidates from organic compounds, which may be developed into more effective therapies for Buruli ulcer.

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The development of genome technology has opened new possibilities for comparative primate genomics. Non-human primates share approximately 98% genome similarity and provides vital information into the genetic similarities and variances among species utilized as disease models. DNA study links unique genetic variations to common facial attributes such as nose and eyes.

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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a major global health concern and a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Early-diagnosis and prompt medical attention are crucial in managing and reducing overall impact on health-and-wellbeing, necessitating the development of innovative diagnostics, which transcend traditional methodologies. Raman spectroscopy uniquely provides molecular fingerprinting and structural information, offering insights into biochemical composition.

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Article Synopsis
  • - Bladder cancer is a common diagnosis among men, with cystectomy being the main treatment, but newer approaches like radiotherapy and chemotherapy can improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
  • - Approximately 20% of patients may eventually need salvage cystectomy due to resistance to radiation therapy, emphasizing the importance of developing tests that can predict how well tumors respond to radiation.
  • - The review focuses on research efforts to understand bladder cancer's radiosensitivity and identify potential biomarkers to create effective predictive assays for treatment personalization.
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Post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) with the hepatitis B vaccine (HBVac) in combination with HBV immunoglobulins (HBIG) significantly minimizes the odds of vertical transmission of HBV to newborn infants. In this retrospective study, we aimed to evaluate the compliance and efficacy of PEP in a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia. Infants were tested with HBV serological markers at 7 months of age to assess their PEP protection rate.

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