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Synthesis, Characterization, and antiviral evaluation of New Chalcone-Based Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine Derivatives: Insights from in vitro and in silico Anti-HIV studies.

Bioorg Chem

December 2024

Laboratory of Molecular Chemistry, Materials and Environment (LCM2E), Department of Chemistry, Multidisciplinary Faculty of Nador, University Mohamed I, 60700 Nador, Morocco. Electronic address:

Given the ease of synthetic accessibility and the promising biological profile demonstrated by both imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine and Chalcone derivatives, a series of Chalcone-based imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine derivatives were synthesized and characterized using H NMR, C NMR, Mass Spectrometry and FTIR techniques. Density functional theory (DFT) was employed to investigate the structural and electronic properties, providing insights into potential reactive sites. The synthesized compounds were evaluated in vitro for their antiviral properties against human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1) and human immunodeficiency virus type-2 (HIV-2) in MT-4 cells.

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Background: In Morocco, latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) is a public health concern affected by the country's location as transit area between sub-Saharan Africa with high TB burden to Europe. This study aimed to assess the influence of exposure intensity to Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb), age, and Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccination on LTBI prevalence in Morocco.

Methods: A cross-sectional study of 131 participants, including 98 non-exposed healthy volunteers (NEHV) and 33 healthcare workers exposed to active TB (exposed healthcare workers [EHCW]), was conducted.

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Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is a rare and aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) that can occur in the breast. This case report details the case of a 48-year-old postmenopausal woman diagnosed with primary breast DLBCL after presenting with a painless, rapidly growing mass. Imaging studies, including ultrasound and mammography, indicated significant breast involvement, confirmed by histopathological analysis revealing large atypical lymphoid cells.

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Background: Genomic sequence similarity comparison is a crucial research area in bioinformatics. Multiple Sequence Alignment (MSA) is the basic technique used to identify regions of similarity between sequences, although MSA tools are widely used and highly accurate, they are often limited by computational complexity, and inaccuracies when handling highly divergent sequences, which leads to the development of alignment-free (AF) algorithms.

Results: This paper presents TreeWave, a novel AF approach based on frequency chaos game representation and discrete wavelet transform of sequences for phylogeny inference.

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Hepatic peliosis in a newborn - A case report and review of the literature.

Int J Surg Case Rep

December 2024

Department of Neonatal Resuscitation Unit, Cheikh Khalifa International University Hospital, Mohammed VI University of Sciences and. Health (UM6SS), Casablanca, Morocco; Department of Neonatal Resuscitation Unit, Mohammed VI International University Hospital, Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health, Casablanca, Morocco.

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  • Hepatic peliosis is a rare condition in which blood-filled spaces develop in the liver, often going unnoticed until autopsy; a case of a newborn with abdominal distension led to its discovery.
  • The newborn, just one day old, was found to have hepatomegaly and multiple blood cavities in the liver, confirmed through imaging and biopsy.
  • The only potential risk factor identified was the mother's use of antihistaminic drugs during pregnancy, suggesting a possible but unexplained link to this uncommon condition in neonates.
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Catamenial hemothorax is a rare manifestation of thoracic endometriosis, characterized by blood in the pleural cavity associated with menstrual cycles. We present the case of a 42-year-old woman with recurrent right-sided chest pain and dyspnea coinciding with menstruation. Imaging revealed a large pleural effusion and hemothorax.

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A series of Imidazo[1,2-]pyridine-Schiff base derivatives were synthesized and characterized using H NMR, C NMR, Mass Spectrometry and FTIR techniques, and the structure of 4a was further confirmed through single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis. Density Functional Theory (DFT) has been used to investigate the structural and electronic properties. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for their antiviral activity against human immunodeficiency virus type-1 (HIV-1) and human immunodeficiency virus type-2 (HIV-2) in MT-4 cells.

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  • The interaction between PD-1 and PD-L1 is key for tumor immune evasion and represents a target for cancer immunotherapy, though current treatments face issues such as high costs and resistance.
  • Benzosampangine emerged from screening 511 natural compounds as a promising PD-L1 inhibitor, exhibiting strong binding affinity compared to existing controls and showcasing unique interactions with key amino acids in the active site.
  • ADMET profiling indicates that benzosampangine has advantages over control molecules in terms of solubility, permeability, and low toxicity, supporting its potential use in therapies targeting the PD-1/PD-L1 pathway.
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We present complete genome sequences of 34 butterflies in the Nymphalidae family.

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Introduction And Importance: The inner ear is considered an 'end organ' since its vascular supply comes from one terminal artery, making the labyrinth especially vulnerable to ischemia, causing loss of auditory and vestibular function with variable clinical patterns according to the different arterial distribution in the inner ear and which vascular branches are concerned by the embolism.

Case Presentation: We report a misleading case of central vascular vertigo caused by a labyrinthine infarction resulting from an embolic vertebral artery, which manifested in a typical peripheral clinical presentation mimicking a vestibular neuritis.

Clinical Discussion: Vertigo is the result of asymmetrical responses from the vestibules of both ears resulting from any disruption along the complex vestibular pathways, whether peripheral or central.

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Introduction: Intra-parotid metastasis refers to the spread of cancerous cells from a primary tumor to the lymph nodes within the parotid gland. To our best knowledge, we report the first described case in the literature of a patient who received IMRT for nasopharyngeal carcinoma (UCNT) without sparing the parotid gland and still experienced a recurrence.

Case Presentation: A 57-year-old male patient of north African origin presented with a left parotid mass that had been evolving for 6 months.

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Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of combining androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) with stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) in the treatment of localized prostate cancer.

Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 30 patients treated with SBRT for localized prostate cancer at Cheikh Khalifa Hospital between 2017 and 2022. All patients presented with intermediate prognostic risk prostate cancer, as classified by the D'Amico criteria.

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Multiple primary malignancies (MPMs) present diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially given their rarity and the distinct treatment strategies required. We report a case of a 66-year-old postmenopausal woman who presented with synchronous triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) and cervical cancer, an uncommon and complex clinical scenario. Given the complexity of her condition, a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach was employed.

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Background: Screen-based simulation is a cost-effective educational modality that allows nursing students to comfortably acquire new skills as they become accustomed to digital environments. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of a screen-based simulation tool in enhancing knowledge and skills related to medication administration and dosage calculation in nursing students.

Methods: This multicenter, single-blind, stratified, randomized controlled trial initially enrolled 480 nursing students.

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Electrocoagulation Therapy for Urethral Condyloma Acuminata in a Male Patient: Case Report.

Clin Med Insights Case Rep

October 2024

Department of Urology, Cheikh Khalifa International University Hospital, Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health (UM6SS), Casablanca, Morocco.

Condyloma acuminata (CA) is a common manifestation of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection affecting the urogenital tract. While external genital lesions are frequently encountered, urethral involvement presents a therapeutic challenge due to the risk of recurrence and long-term complications such as urethral stricture. We present a case of urethral condyloma acuminata in a 43-year-old male patient who demonstrated favorable progression following electrocoagulation therapy.

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Solitary fibrous tumors (SFTs) are rare neoplasms that can occur in various locations, including the central nervous system (CNS). We present a case report of a 47-year-old male patient with an intracranial SFT who underwent subtotal resection followed by adjuvant radiotherapy. The patient initially presented with chronic left temporal headache and was diagnosed with an intra-axial double-component mass in the left temporoparietal lobe.

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Private hospitals in low- and middle-income countries: a typology using the cluster method, the case of Morocco.

BMC Health Serv Res

October 2024

Mohammed VI International School of Public Health, Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health (UM6SS), Boulevard Mohammed Taïeb Naciri, Commune Hay Hassani, 82 403, Casablanca, Morocco.

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  • - This study analyzes the private healthcare sector in Morocco, identifying and categorizing its hospitals amid a growing global interest in private healthcare, especially in low- and middle-income countries
  • - It includes data from 397 private hospitals in Morocco, revealing that most are for-profit, urban-based facilities with fewer than 100 beds and a median turnover of 9.8 million MAD
  • - The research proposes three main categories of hospitals based on ownership, size, and governance: medium-sized for-profit hospitals, not-for-profit hospitals (including university hospitals), and small for-profit hospitals with low turnover, offering a framework that could apply to similar countries.
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The Evolving Role of Palliative Care in Older People with Glioblastoma.

World Neurosurg

December 2024

Department of Global Health and Development, Faculty of Public Health and Policy, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom; Office for Research, Innovation and Extension Services, Southern Leyte State University, Sogod, Southern Leyte, Philippines; Center for University Research, University of Makati, Makati City, Philippines.

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The complete mitochondrial genome data of (L.) Skeels.

Data Brief

December 2024

Laboratory of Genomics, Genetics, Epigenetics, Precision and Predictive Medicine (PerMed), Mohammed VI University of Sciences and Health (UM6SS), Casablanca, Morocco.

(L.) Skeels, an endemic Moroccan plant species from the Sapotaceae family, holds significant ecological, pharmaceutical, and socioeconomic value in the arid mid-western region. However, it is facing rapid degradation.

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Inguinal bladder hernia is a rare clinical condition, and only a small number of reported cases have been treated by laparoscopic surgery. We report a case of a patient aged 65-year-old who presented to our outpatient care unit for a right inguinal swelling. Computer tomography (CT) imaging showed a direct inguinal hernia with bladder and epiploic content.

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  • Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have gained attention in recent years for their involvement in cancer and other diseases, shifting the perception from being waste disposal mechanisms for cells to active players in cellular communication.
  • The review focuses on glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain tumor, emphasizing how EVs contribute to communication within its heterogeneous tumor environment and their role in evading immune responses.
  • It highlights the influence of EVs from glioblastoma, immune cells, and the microbiome on local tumor dynamics and immune interactions, suggesting their potential in affecting treatment outcomes, particularly with immunotherapies.
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  • * The case involved a 46-year-old female cleaner who experienced intermittent emissions of worms in her urine, initially misdiagnosed as cystitis, but later confirmed to have larvae in her urine.
  • * After treatment with ivermectin and hydration, her symptoms resolved, and a follow-up confirmed no presence of larvae, indicating a complete recovery.
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Solitary fibrous tumors (SFTs) are rare mesenchymal neoplasms that can occur intraventricularly, presenting diagnostic and management challenges. We describe a case of a 21-year-old male with no significant medical history who presented with intermittent headaches and vomiting, progressing to continuous symptoms. Neurological examination was unremarkable.

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Background: Urethral calculi causing acute urinary retention is a highly uncommon condition in women, which poses distinctive difficulties in diagnosis and treatment. This report presents the case of a 52-year-old woman who experienced acute urinary retention caused by a urethral stone. It emphasizes the effective use of minimally invasive methods and underscores the importance of comprehensive multidisciplinary treatment.

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Introduction: Cancers of unknown primary origin (CUP) pose a significant clinical challenge, representing a small percentage (1 to 5 %) of overall cancer cases. The patient is a 31-year-old male who has been diagnosed with poorly differentiated infiltrating squamous cell carcinoma, which has been classified as CUP. The exceptional perineal presentation and diagnostic process serve as a reminder of the diverse nature of CUPs and the crucial role played by advanced imaging methods and a multidisciplinary approach.

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