Publications by authors named "P J Kumarasinghe"
Esophageal lymphocytosis: exploring the knowns and unknowns of this pattern of esophageal injury.
Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Lymphocyte-rich inflammation of the esophagus is an emerging condition characterized by symptoms like difficulty swallowing and food blockages, often appearing similar to eosinophilic esophagitis during endoscopy.
- Three main subtypes of this inflammation have been identified: lymphocytic, lichenoid, and lymphocyte-predominant esophagitis, which must be differentiated from other causes such as gastro-esophageal reflux and Candida infections.
- The review highlights the need for systematic diagnostic criteria and recommends more research to understand the disease's progression and improve treatment strategies for affected patients.
This study compares hindering and fostering factors for SMEs in China and Sri Lanka in their internationalization efforts through e-commerce. The study uses qualitative research methods to examine how SMEs in both countries utilize e-commerce platforms for global expansion. Narrative and thematic analysis techniques focus on manufacturing sector SMEs actively engaged in global expansion through e-commerce.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis research examines the impact of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) on the textile and apparel industry within its member nations. The study seeks to understand the implications of RCEP on trade dynamics, innovation chains, and industrial integration in the textile sector. The study uses both quantitative analysis of trade data and qualitative assessment of policy frameworks to analyze changes in textile trade and patterns among RCEP members through UN Comtrade data.
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- Scientists studied how tick bites affect skin to understand diseases caused by ticks.
- They found many genes that behaved differently in skin right after a tick bite compared to skin taken later, showing how the body reacts over time.
- The research could help identify markers to predict how a person will respond to tick bites and help with treatments in the future.