Publications by authors named "Swathi Sujith"
Aptamers: precision tools for diagnosing and treating infectious diseases.
Front Cell Infect Microbiol
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- * Traditional diagnostic methods are complex and time-consuming, highlighting the need for faster and more accurate approaches, which aptamer-based technologies can provide due to their cost-effectiveness, sensitivity, and specificity.
- * Aptamers, which are RNA or DNA sequences similar to monoclonal antibodies, have diverse applications in biomedicine for diagnostics, treatment, and imaging, and this review emphasizes their role in tackling infectious diseases.
Comprehensive insights into UTIs: from pathophysiology to precision diagnosis and management.
Front Cell Infect Microbiol
October 2024
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the second most common infectious disease, predominantly impacting women with 150 million individuals affected globally. It increases the socio-economic burden of society and is mainly caused by , , , spp., and spp.
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- - Nanocomposites, made by combining a matrix (like polymers or ceramics) with nano-sized fillers, have unique properties that can be leveraged to treat infectious diseases, especially with the rise of multi-drug resistant bacteria.
- - The review discusses various types of nanocomposites and emphasizes the importance of choosing the right matrix and antibacterial agents to improve treatment effectiveness and reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance.
- - It also addresses challenges related to toxicity, safety, and scalability in using these advanced materials in clinical settings, highlighting the potential of nanotechnology in transforming medical treatments for infections.