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Peroxidases have received considerable attention as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly catalyst for bioremediation. Their rapid activity loss under harsh environmental conditions and inability to be used repetitively limit their exploitation in real-world wastewater treatment. First, a peroxidase was produced extracellularly by Bacillus mojavensis TH309 and purified 8.

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Background: Blood culture-negative endocarditis (BCNE) is a diagnostic challenge, therefore our objective was to pinpoint high-risk cohorts for BCNE.

Methods: The study included adult patients with definite endocarditis. Data were collected via the Infectious Diseases International Research Initiative (ID-IRI).

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Background: Incisional hernia is frequently observed after open colorectal cancer surgery, and should be considered a serious short- and long-term health issue. The present study evaluated the efficacy of small-bite abdominal closure in reducing the incidence of incisional hernia in this patient group.

Methods: An RCT was conducted between June 2019 and June 2022.

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After the COVID-19 pandemic, innovative methods have emerged for the management of food safety, child nutrition has become more important than ever, and increasing attention has been paid to the consequences of COVID-19. For instance, since SARS-CoV-2 is an animal-based zoonotic virus, there is a changing trend in consumer preferences from conventional meat products to cultured meat and vegan supplementation. Due to the effects mentioned, this chapter provides strategic guidance on novel foods, food safety innovations, and novel health and safety procedures in public places such as restaurants or bars.

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Purpose: The precise location of the endolymphatic sac (ES) may be difficult during surgical approaches. This morphometric study aimed to determine the exact location of ES in adult human cadavers for the management of pathologies such as Meniere's disease.

Methods: Twenty temporal bones of 10 adult cadavers (mean age: 70 ± 13.

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Objectives: Placenta previa-accreta spectrum disorders are a cause of obstetric hemorrhage that can lead to maternal fetal mortality and morbidity. We aimed to describe the use of a uterine isthmic tourniquet left as a new uterus-preserving approach for patients with placenta previa-accreta.

Methods: In this retrospective comparative study, the patients who underwent surgery for placenta previa between 2017 and 2024 at our tertiary hospital were reviewed.

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Group decision-making (GDM) is crucial in various components of graph theory, management science, and operations research. In particular, in an intuitionistic fuzzy group decision-making problem, the experts communicate their preferences using intuitionistic fuzzy preference relations (IFPRs). This approach is a way that decision-makers rank or select the most desirable alternatives by gathering criteria-based information to estimate the best alternatives using a wider range of knowledge and experience.

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  • - Enteroviruses (EV) are the leading cause of aseptic meningitis in children, and their detection in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) using PCR can help confirm diagnoses and guide treatment.
  • - A study of patients aged 1 month to 17 years revealed that 38.2% had PCR-confirmed EV meningitis, with pleocytosis present in 70.5% of these cases, while convulsions were notably more common in PCR-positive patients without pleocytosis.
  • - The research suggests that accurate diagnosis of EV meningitis through PCR can reduce unnecessary hospital stays and antibiotic usage, ultimately minimizing complications related to care.
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Frequency of urinary incontinence and attitudes towards urinary incontinence of women in Mersin, Turkey.

Pak J Med Sci

August 2024

Behire Sancar, Assistant Professor, Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Toros University, 45 Evler Campus, Mersin, Turkey.

Objectives: Urinary incontinence (UI) is the involuntary loss of urine or the inability to control urination. The International Continence Society defines UI as any complaint of involuntary loss of urine. UI is a very important health problem that affects women's quality of life.

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  • Current estimates of genetic variants linked to Parkinson's disease (PD) show limitations and biases across different populations, complicating patient recruitment for clinical trials focused on genetic therapies.
  • The Rostock Parkinson's disease (ROPAD) study analyzes data from 12,580 PD patients across 16 countries, revealing that 14.8% had a genetic test positive for PD-related variants, particularly in specific genes like GBA1 and LRRK2.
  • Findings indicate higher positivity rates in patients with earlier onset (age ≤ 50) or a positive family history, emphasizing the need for more extensive genetic investigation to improve patient stratification for future clinical trials.
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Cumulative escalation in antibiotic-resistant pathogens necessitates the quest for novel antimicrobial agents, as current options continue to diminish bacterial resistance. Herein, we report the synthesis of di-heterocyclic benzazole structures (12-19) and their in vitro evaluation for some biological activities. Compounds 16 and 17 demonstrated potent antibacterial activity (MIC = 7.

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The current study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of orally administered rapid mini-tablets containing atomoxetine hydrochloride (ODMT) relative to the conventional capsule formulation of atomoxetine hydrochloride (ATO). To mask the bitter taste of ATO and render it more palatable for pediatric administration in individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), an inclusion complex of ATO with β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) was synthesized. The ODMT and conventional capsule ATO formulations were administered orally to a cohort of ADHD rat pups born to nicotine-exposed dams, facilitating an in vivo efficacy assessment.

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Breast cancer is most common cancer among women in the World. Thymoquinone (TQ) exhibits a wide range of biological activities such as anticancer, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, analgesic, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects. However, its effectiveness in cancer treatment is hindered by its poor bioavailability, attributed to its limited solubility in water.

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Comparative performance evaluation of random access and real-time PCR techniques in the diagnosis of BK virus infections in transplant patients.

Indian J Med Microbiol

September 2024

Near East University, DESAM Research Institute, Nicosia, 99138, Mersin 10, Turkey; Kocaeli University, Research and Education Hospital, PCR Unit, Kocaeli, Turkey. Electronic address:

Purpose: The study aims to compare random-access NeuMoDx values with artus qPCR values to validate the accuracy of NeuMoDx as an alternative to qPCR and provide an equation to convert copies/ml to IU/ml measurements.

Methods: A total of 95 samples, including 61 transplant patient samples (n = 23 urine, n = 38 plasma) as the study group, 28 BKPyV-free samples as the control group, and six quality control samples, were included. One-Way ANOVA, Pearson correlation, Bland-Altman, Passing-Bablok, Deming regression analyses were used for statistical evaluation.

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Measurements of Normalized Differential Cross Sections of Inclusive η Production in e^{+}e^{-} Annihilation at Energy from 2.0000 to 3.6710 GeV.

Phys Rev Lett

July 2024

State Key Laboratory of Particle Detection and Electronics, Beijing 100049, Hefei 230026, People's Republic of China.

Using data samples collected with the BESIII detector operating at the BEPCII storage ring, the cross section of the inclusive process e^{+}e^{-}→η+X, normalized by the total cross section of e^{+}e^{-}→hadrons, is measured at eight center-of-mass energy points from 2.0000 to 3.6710 GeV.

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A search for and production in the final state is presented, where H is the standard model (SM) Higgs boson. The search uses an event sample of proton-proton collisions corresponding to an integrated luminosity of 133 collected at a center-of-mass energy of 13 with the CMS detector at the CERN LHC. The analysis introduces several novel techniques for deriving and validating a multi-dimensional background model based on control samples in data.

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In this study, the characterization of fish oil (FO) emulsion gel (EGEL) containing single cell protein (SCP) produced from Lentinula edodes (L. edodes) and its potential inhibition against Acinetobacter baumannii (A. baumannii) were investigated.

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A review of valorization of agricultural waste for the synthesis of cellulose membranes: Separation of organic, inorganic, and microbial pollutants.

Int J Biol Macromol

October 2024

Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, School of Agriculture, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab 144411, India. Electronic address:

Agricultural waste presents a significant environmental challenge due to improper disposal and management practices, contributing to soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and pollution of water and air resources. To address these issues, there is a growing emphasis on the valorization of agricultural waste. Cellulose, a major component of agricultural waste, offers promising opportunities for resource utilization due to its unique properties, including biodegradability, biocompatibility, and renewability.

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Dairy and Headaches: What is the Connection?

Curr Pain Headache Rep

December 2024

Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Mersin University, Mersin, Turkey.

Purpose Of Reviews: Headaches represent a prevalent and burdensome health condition, affecting individuals of all ages worldwide. While dietary factors have been implicated in headache pathophysiology, the association between dairy consumption and headaches remains controversial and inadequately understood. This comprehensive review systematically examines the existing literature to elucidate the relationship between dairy intake and headaches, addressing methodological challenges, potential biases, and gaps in the current knowledge.

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: Heat shock proteins (HSPs) are stress proteins. The endogenous nitric oxide (NO) synthase inhibitor asymmetric dimethyl arginine (ADMA) is a mediator of endothelial dysfunction. Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus causes endothelial dysfunction and coagulopathy through severe inflammation and oxidative stress.

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Ultrasound assessment of talar cartilage thickness measurements in asymptomatic subjects with pes planus and its relationship with anthropometric parameters.

Foot Ankle Surg

January 2025

Mersin University Medical School, Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, Mersin 33110, Turkey; Mersin University, The Vocational School of Health Services, Department of Medical Services and Techniques, Mersin 33110, Turkey.

Introduction: Individuals with pes planus may have alterations in talar cartilage thickness due to changes in lower extremity alignment. The aim of this study was to measure the talar cartilage thickness of subjects with pes planus and compare the results with those of healthy controls. Another aim of the present study was to evaluate its relationship with anthropometric foot parameters.

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Background: Mothers' intentions regarding the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination of their daughters are crucial, especially in societies that prioritize cultural and religious values.

Objectives: This study aimed to encourage mothers to vaccinate their daughters against HPV by enhancing their perceptions of the vaccine's benefits, susceptibility, severity, and knowledge levels, while reducing their barriers through web-based interventions and Health Belief Model-based motivational interviews.

Methods: The study was designed as a pre-mid-post test randomized controlled experimental study.

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In this work, a new surface plasmon resonance (SPR) sensor based on sulphur-doped titanium dioxide (S-TiO) nanostructures and molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) was presented for thiram (THI) determination in milk samples. Firstly, the S-TiO nanomaterial with a high product yield was prepared by using a facile sol-gel hydrolysis technique with a high product yield. After that, UV polymerization was carried out for the preparation of the THI-imprinted SPR chip based on S-TiO using a mixture including ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA) as the cross-linker, N,N'-azobisisobutyronitrile (AIBN) as the initiator, and methacryloylamidoglutamicacid (MAGA) as the monomer.

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  • The review emphasizes the critical role of a healthy immune system in preventing infectious diseases, especially highlighted during the pandemic.
  • It discusses how various nutrients, vitamins, and dietary patterns can enhance immune function, based on a thorough analysis of scientific literature.
  • The paper also focuses on personalized nutrition for vulnerable groups and offers practical strategies to boost immunity both during and after the pandemic.
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This research was aimed to investigate the utilization of mung bean starch as an innovative edible coating material to enhance the shelf-life of cut papaya fruits. The study focused on the extraction process of mung bean starch and its subsequent characterization through various analyses. Particle size (142.

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