Antifungal Susceptibility of Dermatophyte Isolates from Patients with Chronic and Recurrent Dermatophytosis.

Background: The widespread occurrence of chronic and recurrent dermatophytosis has significantly affected the quality of life for patients in India and beyond. Identifying the causative dermatophytes and understanding their antifungal susceptibility can aid clinicians in tailoring effective antifungal therapies.

Materials And Methods: Patients with chronic and recurrent dermatophytosis were enrolled, and conventional fungal cultures were conducted on skin scrapings.

Trichoscopic Analysis of Healthy Indian Males for Standardization of the Measurable Parameters: An Observational, Cross-sectional Study.

Background: Trichoscopy is a simple, noninvasive tool to help in the diagnosis of various hair and scalp disorders. There is paucity of data on the normal trichoscopic parameters of hair density and diameter in the Indian population.

Aim: The aim of this study was to establish the trichoscopic patterns of hair and scalp in healthy Indian males and to provide a framework for future reference.

Plasmodium falciparum raf kinase inhibitor is a lipid binding protein that interacts with and regulates the activity of PfCDPK1, an essential plant-like kinase required for red blood cell invasion.

Raf Kinase Inhibitor Protein (RKIP) is an important regulator of the MAPK signaling pathway in multicellular eukaryotes. Plasmodium falciparum RKIP (PfRKIP) is a putative phosphatidylethanolamine binding protein (PEBP) that shares limited similarity with Homo sapiens RKIP (HsRKIP). Interestingly, critical components of the MAPK pathway are not expressed in malaria parasites and the physiological function of PfRKIP remains unknown.

Navigating Tumor Microenvironment Barriers with Nanotherapeutic Strategies for Targeting Metastasis.

Therapeutic strategy for efficiently targeting cancer cells needs an in-depth understanding of the cellular and molecular interplay in the tumor microenvironment (TME). TME comprises heterogeneous cells clustered together to translate tumor initiation, migration, and proliferation. The TME mainly comprises proliferating tumor cells, stromal cells, blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs), extracellular matrix (ECM), and cancer stem cells (CSC).

Emergence of fungal hybrids - Potential threat to humans.

Fungal hybrids arise through the interbreeding of distinct species. This hybridization process fosters increased genetic diversity and the emergence of new traits. Mechanisms driving hybridization include the loss of heterozygosity, copy number variations, and horizontal gene transfer.

Enhanced Surgical Recovery Nursing Program: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Optimize Postoperative Patient Recovery.

Background: Enhanced recovery is currently considered to be the treatment of various elective major surgeries. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) includes applying various perioperative measures, strategies, and active participation of patients in the recovery process.

Materials And Methods: A quasi-experimental study was conducted in the surgical units of a hospital in Karnataka, India.

In Vitro Cytotoxic Potential and Integrated Network Pharmacology, Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamic Approaches to Decipher the Mechanism of Gymnostachyum febrifugum Benth., in the Treatment of Breast Cancer.

Gymnostachyum febrifugum, a less-known ethnomedicinal plant from the Western Ghats of India, is used to treat various diseases and serves as an antioxidant and antibacterial herb. The present study aims to profile the cytotoxic phytochemicals in G. febrifugum roots using GC-MS/MS, in vitro confirmation of cytotoxic potential against breast cancer and an in silico study to understand the mechanism of action.

Nanotechnology-based non-invasive strategies in ocular therapeutics: Approaches, limitations to clinical translation, and safety concerns.

The eye is a highly sensitive and vital component that significantly affects human quality of life. Diseases that affect the eye are major contributors to visual impairment and blindness and can have a profound effect on an individual's well-being. Ocular drug delivery is challenging because of physiological and anatomical barriers.

Tamarind seed gum-based hydrogel for the targeted delivery of imidazobenzothiazole sulfonamide derivative as an anticancer agent.

The current investigation intended to assess the controlled delivery of 7-sulfonamide-2-(4-methylphenyl) imidazo[2,1-b] [1, 3] benzothiazole an anticancer agent (ACA) by tamarind seed gum-based hydrogel; for its potential activity against hepatocellular carcinoma. The FTIR spectra, SEM, C NMR, PXRD, and TGA analyses evidenced the successful loading of ACA into the hydrogel system. The rheological testing conveyed the increase in the elastic nature of ACA-loaded hydrogel helping in an effective release.

Interlinking the Cross Talk on Branched Chain Amino Acids, Water Soluble Vitamins and Adipokines in the Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Etiology.

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is an etiologically diverse metabolic dysfunction that, if untreated, leads to chronic hyperglycemia. Understanding the etiology of T2DM is critical, as it represents one of the most formidable medical challenges of the twenty-first century. Traditionally, insulin resistance has been recognized as the primary risk factor and a well-known consequence of type 2 diabetes.

Safety assessment of turmeric-boswellia-sesame formulation in healthy adult volunteers: An open-label prospective study.

Background: Turmeric and boswellia supplements have gained popularity for their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is important to critically assess the safety of such supplements for prolonged use.

Objectives: To assess the safety and tolerability of turmeric-boswellia-sesame oil formulation (TBSF) in healthy human volunteers.

Treating apical fenestration in a previously endodontically treated tooth.

Apical fenestration is a defect in the alveolar cortical plate, exposing the root without involving the alveolar bone margin, often linked to trauma, periodontal disease, and orthodontic treatment, leading to symptoms such as pain and abscesses from endodontic infections. This case report describes managing a mucosal fenestration in an endodontically treated tooth with nonsurgical root canal therapy and periodontal surgery. A 44-year-old male presented with mucosal fenestration and pain in the upper front jaw due to trauma and an inadequately treated root canal.

Drug-silica-cellulose ternary matrix for the oral delivery of Cyclosporine A: and evaluation.

Purpose: Supersaturated formulations have been widely explored for improving the oral bioavailability of drugs by using mesoporous silica (MS) to generate supersaturation molecular adsorption; however, this is followed by precipitation. Several precipitation inhibitors (PI) have been explored to prevent precipitation and maintain the drug in solution for a longer period. However, the combined approach of MS and PIs, the impact of MS and Silica, and the loading of high-molecular-weight neutral molecules such as Cyclosporine A (CsA) have not yet been explored.

Enhanced pharmacokinetic approach for anastrozole via macromolecule-based silk fibroin nanoparticles incorporated injectables for oestrogen-positive breast cancer therapy.

Breast cancer (BC) is a substantial reason for cancer-related mortality among women across the globe. Anastrozole (ANS) is an effective orally administered hormonal therapy for oestrogen-positive (ER+) BC treatment. However, several side effects and pharmacokinetic limitations restricted the uses of ANS in BC therapy.

Diverse Colonisation and Disease Associations of the Human Commensal Malassezia: Our Body's Secret Tenant.

A niche in the context of microorganisms defines the specific ecological role or habitat inhabited by microbial species within an ecosystem. For the human commensal Malassezia, the skin surface is considered its primary niche, where it adapts to the skin environment by utilising lipids as its main carbon and energy source. However pathogenic characteristics of Malassezia include the production of allergens, immune modulation and excessive lipid utilisation, which result in several diseases such as pityriasis versicolor, seborrheic dermatitis, Malassezia folliculitis and atopic dermatitis.

Psoralidin acts as a dual protease inhibitor against PL and M of SARS-CoV-2.

The emergence of new coronavirus variants and concerns about vaccine effectiveness against these novel variants emphasize the need for broad-spectrum therapeutics targeting conserved coronaviral non-structural proteins. Accordingly, a virtual library of 178 putative inhibitors targeting SARS-CoV-2 Papain-like protease (PL) was compiled through a systematic review of published literature and subsequently screened using molecular docking. Selected hits were analyzed for protease inhibitory activities, binding strength, and antiviral activities against HCoV229E-based surrogate system and subsequently against SARS-CoV-2 for validation.

Proteomic analysis reveals anticancer mechanisms of Bhallataka taila in inhibiting lung cancer progression and metastasis.

Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide due to its poor prognosis. Despite significant advancements in the understanding of cancer development, improvements in diagnostic methods, and multimodal therapeutic regimens, the prognosis of lung cancer has still not improved. Therefore, it is reasonable to look for newer and alternative medicines for treatment.

Carboxymethyl hexanoyl chitosan drop-coated simple disposable paper electrochemical sensor for quality monitoring of vanillin.

The food and pharmaceutical sectors frequently utilize vanillin (VAN), a food ingredient with a pleasing flavor and aroma. However, excessive consumption of VAN causes several health problems, including liver and kidney damage, headaches, skin conditions, nausea, and vomiting. To prevent health problems, it is crucial to identify and control the amount of VAN in food and drugs.

Extract from endophytic isolates stimulates seed germination of the host and protocorm development of non-host orchids.

We isolated endophytic strains from the healthy roots, stems, and leaves of to investigate their plant growth-promoting activities in vitro. Subsequently, Indole acetic acid (IAA) was quantified and the gene (responsible for IAA synthesis in fungi) was amplified and sequenced. Finally, a germination assay was performed with seeds of and a plant growth assay with protocorms of to test their plant growth-promoting activities.

Dietary phytochemicals alleviate the premature skin aging: A comprehensive review.

Skin aging, often called as premature skin aging, is the hastened deterioration of the skin resulting from multiple factors, including UV radiation, environmental contaminants, inadequate nutrition, stress, etc. Dietary phytochemicals, present in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-derived meals, have gained interest due to their efficiency to eradicate free radicals and lowering the release of inflammatory mediators which accounts for premature skin aging. Several dietary phytochemicals, i.

The role of ACE inhibitors and ARBs in preserving cognitive function via hypertension Management: A critical Update.

Hypertension poses a significant risk to cognition-related disorders like dementia. As the global population ages, age-related neurological illnesses such as Alzheimer's disease are becoming increasingly prevalent. The primary hypertension treatments, angiotensin receptor blockers, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, exhibit neuroprotective properties.

Shear Bond Strength of Self-Adhesive Versus Conventional Flowable Composites: An Study.

Aim: As an emerging yet underexplored innovation in dentistry, self-adhesive flowable composites (SAFCs) represent a promising and enduring advancement in the dental material technology. Our study aims to evaluate the shear bond strength of two SAFCs and the bonding of conventional flowable composite (CFC) to permanent dentin.

Materials And Methods: Thirty-six teeth were embedded in acrylic blocks, with the occlusal third removed to expose the underlying dentin.

A Network Map of Intracellular Alpha-Fetoprotein Signalling in Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

Alpha fetoprotein (AFP) is a glycoprotein of foetal origin belonging to the albumin protein family. Serum AFP is a long-conceived early-diagnostic biomarker for HCC with its elevated expression in different liver pathologies ranging from hepatitis viral infections to fibrosis, cirrhosis, and HCC. Beyond their utility as biomarkers, in support of its contribution to these clinical outcomes, the function of AFP as an immune suppressor and inducer of malignant transformation in HCC patients is well reported.

A Snapshot of Cytokine Dynamics: A Fine Balance Between Health and Disease.

Health and disease are intricately intertwined and often determined by the delicate balance of biological processes. Cytokines, a family of small signalling molecules, are pivotal in maintaining this balance, ensuring the body's immune system functions optimally. In a healthy condition, cytokines act as potent mediators of immune responses.