Publications by authors named "Mahittikorn A"

is a major pathogen of the gastrointestinal tract, and infections impact both human health and the economy. The ongoing issues with drug resistance and the side effects of current anti- treatments highlight the urgent need for new therapeutic options. This study focused on investigating the efficacy of crude extracts of from Thailand against .

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D-dimer, a byproduct of cross-linked fibrin degradation, arises during the fibrinolysis process, breaking down blood clots in circulation. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to synthesize evidence of D-dimer alteration in people with malaria, including variations in disease severity. The systematic review was registered in PROSPERO with registration number CRD42024528245.

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Interferon γ-induced protein 10 kDa (IP-10) or C-X-C motif chemokine 10 (CXCL10) is produced and secreted from specific leukocytes such as neutrophils, eosinophils, and monocytes, which play key roles in the immune response to Plasmodium infections. This systematic review aimed to collate and critically appraise the current evidence on IP-10 levels in malaria patients. It provided insights into its role in malaria pathogenesis and potential as a biomarker for Plasmodium infections and disease severity.

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Background: The evidences of oxidative stress-related Plasmodium infection may alter the ceruloplasmin levels were inconsistent. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to collate and synthesize literatures on malaria and ceruloplasmin concentrations.

Methods: The systematic review has been registered with PROSPERO (CRD42023454859).

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Monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) or C-C Motif Chemokine Ligand 2 (CCL-2) is a key chemokine implicated in the inflammatory response to malaria. The objective of the study was to synthesize the evidence on variations in MCP-1/CCL-2 levels in relation to Plasmodium spp. infections and the severity of malaria.

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  • Acute undifferentiated febrile illnesses (AUFIs) in Thailand, including dengue and malaria, show varying case numbers before, during, and after COVID-19 preventive measures.
  • Phase 2 (March 2020 to April 2022) saw a significant reduction in AUFI cases, while Phase 3 (May to December 2022) experienced a rise in malaria and leptospirosis.
  • The study highlights how the prevalence of these diseases is influenced by the global pandemic and health interventions like masks and social distancing.
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Background: Malaria continues to be a significant global health concern, and developing effective therapeutic strategies requires an understanding of the immune response to the disease. This systematic review synthesized the current body of research on the role of regulated on activation, normal T cell expressed and secreted (RANTES)-in the pathogenesis and disease severity of malaria.

Methods: A systematic review protocol was registered with PROSPERO under the registration number CRD42024535822.

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  • Blastocystis is a common intestinal parasite found in both humans and animals, with recent studies suggesting pets like dogs and cats may act as reservoirs for this parasite, although evidence quality varies.
  • A comprehensive analysis of over 45,000 samples showed significantly lower positivity rates of Blastocystis in cats (5%) and dogs (6%) compared to other hosts like pigs (40%) and cattle (40%).
  • The study concluded that cats and dogs are not natural hosts for Blastocystis, as their low rates of infection suggest exposure from contaminated sources rather than being reservoirs themselves.
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Malaria has complex interactions with host physiology, including alterations in cortisol levels. Cortisol, a key hormone in the stress response, is known to be dysregulated in various infectious diseases. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to elucidate the relationship between Plasmodium infection and cortisol levels, shedding light on the intricate interplay between the parasite and the host's endocrine system.

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Background: Malaria, a severe health threat, significantly affects total antioxidant status (TAS) levels, leading to considerable oxidative stress. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to delineate differences in TAS levels between malaria patients and healthy controls, and assess correlations between disease severity and parasite density.

Methods: The systematic review was registered with the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO) under registration number CRD42023448761.

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Albumin, a key protein in human blood plasma, has been linked to various health conditions. However, its association with malaria, particularly in assessing disease severity, remains inadequately understood. This comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to elucidate the relationship between albumin levels and malaria severity.

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Bovine neosporosis is among the main causes of abortion in cattle worldwide, causing serious economic losses in the beef and dairy industries. A highly sensitive and specific diagnostic method for the assessment of the epidemiology of the disease, as well as it surveillance and management, is imperative, due to the absence of an effective treatment or vaccine against neosporosis. In the present study, the immunodiagnostic performance of peroxiredoxin 2 (NcPrx2), microneme 4 (NcMIC4), and surface antigen 1 (NcSAG1) to detect IgG antibodies against in cattle were evaluated and compared with that of the indirect fluorescent antibody test (IFAT).

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Reports indicate that Plasmodium infections influence methemoglobin levels. However, findings have been inconclusive or have varied across different geographic and demographic contexts. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to consolidate existing data regarding the association between Plasmodium infections and alterations in methemoglobin levels related to the severity of the infection.

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Magnesium is associated with Plasmodium infections and malaria severity. This systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted to synthesize the link between Plasmodium infections and magnesium levels for improved clinical guidance and therapeutic interventions in malaria-affected regions. A systematic literature search was conducted across multiple databases, including ProQuest, Scopus, Embase, Ovid, MEDLINE, PubMed, and Google Scholar.

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Micronutrient insufficiency has been implicated in malaria pathogenesis. However, the role of copper in malaria remains inconclusive. This study aimed to investigate the association between copper levels and malaria pathogenesis, providing a deeper understanding of copper's role in the disease.

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Despite several studies examining the relationship between calcium levels and malaria, inconsistencies and varied results remain in the literature. This study aimed to synthesize the evidence on the association between blood calcium levels and malaria severity. A systematic literature search was conducted in the Embase, Scopus, PubMed, Ovid, and Google Scholar databases.

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Nitric oxide (NO) has been implicated in the pathology of malaria. This systematic review and meta-analysis describe the association between NO levels and malaria. Embase, Ovid, PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar were searched to identify studies evaluating NO levels in malaria patients and uninfected controls.

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is widely recognised as one of the most significant causes of abortion in cattle, with infections also occurring in sheep and goats. To prevent and control animal neosporosis, it is crucial to develop sensitive and specific methods for detecting infection. Recently, several recombinant proteins have been utilised in serological assays for the diagnosis of neosporosis.

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Reduced glutathione (GSH) is a crucial antioxidant with recognized roles in malaria pathogenesis and host response. Despite its importance, reports on the association of GSH with malaria are inconsistent. Therefore, this systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the differences in GSH levels in relation to Plasmodium infection.

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Background: β-Carotene, which is a prominent carotenoid with notable antioxidant properties, may play a role in countering the oxidative stresses induced by malaria. The association between β-carotene levels and malaria is not yet fully understood, prompting this systematic review and meta-analysis.

Methods: A rigorous search of databases, including Nursing and Allied Health Premium, EMBASE, MEDLINE, Ovid, PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar, was undertaken to collate studies that focused on β-carotene levels in malaria patients.

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Elevated uric acid (UA) levels have been reported in malaria patients and are particularly prominent in severe malaria cases. This study aims to synthesize the difference in UA levels between malaria patients and uninfected controls, and between patients with severe and non-severe malaria. A comprehensive literature search was carried out across databases such as Embase, MEDLINE, Ovid, PubMed, Scopus, ProQuest, and Google Scholar to identify relevant studies for inclusion.

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Inconsistent catalase (CAT) research necessitates a comprehensive review of CAT levels among patients with malaria to achieve better therapeutic strategies. This study aimed to systematically review and meta-analyze available literature on CAT levels in nonpregnant and pregnant individuals with malaria compared with those in uninfected controls, with the goal of providing a robust evidence base for future research and potential interventions. Following PRISMA guidelines, a systematic literature search across six databases was conducted to examine CAT levels in patients with malaria.

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Several studies have evaluated the relationship between malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations and infections; however, the findings remain inconclusive. This study synthesized differences in MDA concentrations among patients with different levels of clinical severity, uninfected controls, and different species. The research protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023393540).

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The primary antioxidant, glutathione peroxidase (GPx), is hypothesized to contribute to the pathophysiology of malaria. This current study conducted a meta-analysis to examine variations in GPx blood levels in malaria patients. Seven electronic databases-ProQuest, Scopus, Embase, MEDLINE, PubMed, Ovid, and Google Scholar-were searched for relevant studies with no limitations to publication language or publication date.

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Vitamin E has an antioxidant property and is associated with protection against malaria. The current study used systematic review and meta-analysis approaches examining the variance in blood levels of vitamin E in malaria patients as compared with uninfected individuals. The protocol for the systematic review was registered with PROSPERO (CRD4202341481).

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