Publications by authors named "Rukhsana Akhter"

Background:  Biosimilar pegylated L-asparaginase offers a promising alternative to the innovator molecule for treating acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in Indian children. It addresses challenges associated with drug availability and cost while providing similar therapeutic advantages. This biosimilar ensures wider access to essential treatment in resource-limited settings such as India.

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Arsenic, a group 1 carcinogen for humans, is abundant as compared to other trace elements in the environment and is present mainly in the Earth's crust and soil. The arsenic distributions in different geographical regions are dependent on their geological histories. Anthropogenic activities also contribute significantly to arsenic release into the environment.

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Human hydatid disease, or echinococcosis, is a helminthic infection that leads to the formation of fluid-filled cysts in the liver, lungs and other organs. Breast, is a rare primary site of hydatid disease. We report a case of a 45 years old female who presented with a breast lump of 2 years duration.

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