Publications by authors named "Mary B Maher"

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  • Seven Streptococcus pneumoniae serogroup 35 isolates were analyzed using pulsed-field gel electrophoresis and pbp2b gene sequencing.
  • Among the isolates, three penicillin-susceptible strains and one intermediate-resistant strain showed complete genomic identity with the prototype strain R6.
  • Two resistant strains and one additional intermediate strain had unique sequences that distinguished them from the others, indicating genetic diversity.
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We present a biatrial hemangioma in a Jehovah's Witness patient. Hemangioma is extremely rare, accounting for 1% to 2% of benign cardiac tumors. Complete resection of a large hemangioma is mandatory due to its potentially life-threatening risk.

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