Publications by authors named "Rachid Abi"

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  • This study analyzed genetic changes in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) patients from Morocco and compared them to data from the Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA).
  • Out of 76 tissue samples analyzed, 70 had genetic alterations, with 234 changes identified across 18 genes that could influence targeted therapy decisions.
  • Significant differences were found in the prevalence of certain mutations between Moroccan patients and TCGA data, reinforcing the importance of next-generation sequencing for effective diagnosis and treatment planning in NSCLC.
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Objectives: The present study aimed to evaluate the frequencies of , and mutations and their possible associations with clinicopathological features in 249 Moroccan patients with colorectal cancer (CRC).

Methods: A retrospective investigation of a cohort of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues of 249 patients with CRC was screened for // mutations using Idylla™ technology and pyrosequencing.

Results: , and mutations were revealed in 46.

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Background: The SARS-CoV-2 is an extremely contagious and acute viral disease mainly affecting humans.

Objective: To estimate seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 neutralizing antibodies (NAbs) for illegible armed force individuals living in Rabat, Morocco.

Method: A convenience sample (N = 2662) was conducted from May 2020 to February 2021.

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Background: Our review discuss (i) the findings from analyzed data that have examined KRAS, NRAS and BRAF mutations in patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) in North Africa and to compare its prevalence with that shown in other populations and (ii) the possible role of dietary and lifestyle factors with CRC risk.  METHODS: Using electronic databases, a systematic literature search was performed for the KRAS, NRAS, and BRAF mutations in CRC patients from Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Lybia.  RESULTS: Seventeen studies were identified through electronic searches with six studies conducted in Morocco, eight in Tunisia, two in Algeria, and one in Libya.

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We report a new case of a Corynebacterium striatum endocarditis on a carrier of a pacemaker. Corynebacterium striatum was isolated from blood culture, the pulse generator and the pacing lead. A literature review of Corynebacterium striatum endocarditis on a carrier of pacemaker was conducted.

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