Background: Primary pancreatic lymphoma (PPL) is a rare tumor that mimics pancreatic adenocarcinoma, leading to diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. PPL accounts for 0.2% of all pancreatic tumors and is typically treated with chemotherapy.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn this study, we developed sodium alginate-chitosan hydrogels using a microwave-assisted synthesis method, aligning with green chemistry principles for enhanced sustainability. This eco-friendly approach minimizes chemical use and waste while boosting efficiency. A curcumin:2-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin complex was incorporated into the hydrogels, significantly increasing the solubility and bioavailability of curcumin.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFType 2 diabetes (T2D) is associated with increased risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). It is estimated that 40 % of people with diabetes have CKD, which consequently leads to increase in morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is leading cause of CKD and end-stage renal disease (ESRD) globally.
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