The species (Cuvier, 1829) is the only representative of the family Niphonidae and the genus , and its taxonomic history is complicated; it is still unclear in a phylogenetic sense. In this study, we report the complete mitochondrial genome of (OP391482), which was determined to be 16,503 bp long with biased A + T contents (53.8%) using next-generation technology.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Tuberose ( [Medik.]) is a vegetatively propagated commercial flower crop with limited genetic variability. Crossing barriers prevailing in tuberose necessitates modern breeding techniques like in vitro mutagenesis to generate variability.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Injectable platelet-rich fibrin (i-PRF) has the capacity to release great amounts of several growth factors, as well as to stimulate increased fibroblast migration and the expression of collagen, transforming growth factor β, and platelet-derived growth factor. Consequently, i-PRF can be used as a bioactive agent to promote periodontal tissue regeneration.
Objective: We aim to compare and evaluate the effectiveness of i-PRF in periodontal tissue regeneration.
We report a rare case of urinary bladder neuroendocrine tumour (NET) in a young, non-smoking man. He had no known risk factors and no comorbidities. After being diagnosed with a bladder tumour while being investigated for flank pain and poor renal function, he was treated with transurethral resection of the bladder tumour and deroofing of ureters bilaterally.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: To study the distinct imaging characteristics of parenchymal neurocysticercosis (NCC) that aid in distinguishing it from other diseases.
Material And Methods: Two hundred fifty patients with NCC were selected based on identification of the scolex. T2 weighted, T1 fluid attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR), T2 FLAIR, susceptibility weighted imaging, constructive interference in steady state, diffusion weighted imaging, and T1 weighted contrast sequences were performed.
This study analyzes 2022 data from SAMHSA's Mental Health Client-Level Data (MH-CLD) to investigate ADHD prevalence and comorbidity. The findings reveal that 10.70% of the 5,899,698 patients were diagnosed with ADHD, indicating a high demand for targeted resources.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Diode laser is known for its biostimulatory effects on various cell populations such as osteoblasts and fibroblasts. The usage of low-level laser therapy for photobiomodulation depends on its type, emission wavelength, and energy selected. Previously performed studies have determined its effect on cell proliferation and cytotoxicity; however, the results were inconsistent.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction Hypothyroidism represents an endocrine disorder marked by the insufficient production of hormones by the thyroid gland, with significant effects on bodily functions. Its occurrence during pregnancy is of particular concern due to its profound effects on both maternal and fetal health outcomes. Aim To study the impact of hypothyroidism in pregnancy and its correlation with feto-maternal outcomes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSpectral flow cytometry provides greater insights into cellular heterogeneity by simultaneous measurement of up to 50 markers. However, analyzing such high-dimensional (HD) data is complex through traditional manual gating strategy. To address this gap, we developed CAFE as an open-source Python-based web application with a graphical user interface.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCannabinoids are emerging as promising treatments for inflammatory diseases such as ulcerative colitis. Specifically, cannabinoid 2 (CB2) receptors, which are upregulated during inflammation, have been distinctively linked to anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. HU308, a synthetic cannabinoid developed to activate CB2 receptors selectively, aims to minimize unwanted off-target side effects.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDysregulated FGF23 production is a demonstrated cause of hypophosphatemia and osteomalacia. Diseases associated with these conditions include phosphaturic mesenchymal tumor (PMT) causing tumor induced osteomalacia, various forms of rickets, and fibrous dysplasia (FD). Coexistence of 2 conditions that can increase FGF23 concentrations is rare.
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Normal cell development and prevention of tumor formation rely on the tumor-suppressor protein p53. This crucial protein is produced from the Tp53 gene, which encodes the p53 protein. The p53 protein plays a vital role in regulating cell growth, DNA repair, and apoptosis (programmed cell death), thereby maintaining the integrity of the genome and preventing the formation of tumors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDaily online adaptive radiotherapy (OART) is useful in radiotherapy of prostate cancer to reduce doses to the rectum and bladder which pose a challenge because of daily variation in shape and size. It also helps to reduce target margins while still maintaining target coverage. We present a case of prostate cancer resistant to androgen deprivation therapy and systemic therapy which was difficult to treat with definitive radiotherapy because of the unusual anatomical shape of the tumor impinging into the rectum.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCastleman's disease (CD) is characterised by benign lymphoepithelial proliferation and is a peculiar form of angiofollicular lymph node hyperplasia rather than a neoplasm or a hamartoma. CD is broadly classified as unicentric CD (UCD) and multicentric CD. In the unicentric variant, patients have localised disease affecting only a single lymph node or a group of adjacent nodes in a single region, which clinically presents as an enlarging mass without any other significant symptoms.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Breastfeeding is crucial for infant health, but not all mothers can breastfeed due to various constraints. Making human milk banks (HMBs) is essential for providing donor milk to preterm and sick infants. Methods This is a cross-sectional study at Shri BM Patil Medical College Hospital and Research Centre in Vijayapura involving 420 lactating mothers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFMotivated by the pivotal role of routing in Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) and the prevalent security vulnerabilities arising from existing protocols, this research tackles the inherent challenges of securing WSNs. Many current WSN routing protocols prioritize computational efficiency but lack robust security measures, making them susceptible to exploitation by malicious actors. The prevalence of reactive protocols, chosen for their lower bandwidth consumption, exacerbates security concerns, as proactive alternatives require more resources for maintaining network routes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Childhood obesity has become a global epidemic, with projections indicating it could affect 25% of children under 16 by 2050. This rise poses significant health risks, including early onset of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Recent research has shown a correlation between insulin action and magnesium levels, highlighting the link between low serum magnesium levels and obesity.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Early initiation of enteral feeding in neonates on inotropic support may improve clinical outcomes compared to intravenous fluids, but the safety and optimal inotrope levels for enteral nutrition remain unclear. This study aims to assess the early initiation of enteral feeding versus intravenous fluids in newborns on inotrope support and to compare the clinical outcome in terms of hospital stay, morbidity, and mortality in neonates with enteral feed versus intravenous (IV) fluid group on inotropes. It also focuses on evaluating the safety of enteral nutrition in neonates with inotropic support and determining the cutoff levels of the inotropes at which enteral feed is well tolerated.
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