Cordycepin (3'-deoxyadenosine) is a bioactive nucleoside analog synthesized by Cordyceps militaris. Liquid fermentation of C. militaris by addition in different concentrations of five additives singly was evaluated.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCissus quadrangularis is a succulent, perennial plant belonging to the family Vitaceae typically found in Asia and Africa's tropical and subtropical forest zones. It is an ancient medicinal plant, containing phytosterols, polyphenols, flavonoids, carbohydrates, and ascorbic acid. Due to the presence of phytosterols it plays a crucial role in bone fracture healing.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Posterolateral fusion (PLF) surgery is frequently performed for a range of spinal disorders. However, spontaneous lumbar interbody fusion (SLIF) following PLF surgery is yet to be reported. Thus, we evaluated the incidence and characteristics of SLIF among patients that underwent PLF surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFRetrospective observational study. To determine the efficacy and safety of bioactive glass ceramics mixed with autograft in the treatment of spondylodiscitis. Thirty-four patients with spondylodiscitis underwent surgery using autologous bone graft augmented by antibiotic loaded bioactive glass ceramic granules.
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