The impact of different occlusal guard materials on Candida albicans proliferation in the oral cavity.

Candida albicans is an opportunistic fungal pathogen. It's a dimorphic fungus with hyphal form that can penetrate and proliferate the oral mucosa. Occlusal guard materials come into direct contact with the oral mucosa and saliva when worn for extended periods, the occlusal guard acts as a reservoir for C.

The emerging role of S100A4 and S100A14 proteins in colorectal cancer progression.

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most frequent type of cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths globally. Despite a thorough understanding of its biology, etiology, and epidemiology, an estimated 1.8 million new cases are diagnosed each year, and 900000 people die as a result of malignancy.

Inflammatory Protein Levels in Asthmatic Bronchitis: A Study in the Duhok Population, Iraq.

Objectives: This study aims to determine the levels of TNF-α, IGF-1, IL-6, and IL-10 protein in blood samples and their potential link to bronchitis-asthma diseases in the Irak Duhok population, highlighting the prevalence of these long-term inflammatory diseases.

Methods: Sixty blood samples were used and separated into patients (n=43) and control (n=17) groups. Serum samples were separated for each individual.

Helicobacter pylori Infection: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Treatment Efficacy in Symptomatic Patients in Zakho City, Kurdistan Region, Iraq.

() is a globally prevalent bacterium, infecting roughly half the global population, with higher prevalence rates in developing countries. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of among symptomatic dyspeptic patients in Zakho City, Iraq, evaluate its association with various risk factors, as well as evaluate the effectiveness of treatment in curing this bacterium. Of a total of 150 dyspeptic patients, 50 who had received antibiotics were excluded, leaving 100 patients without antibiotics enrolled in this study.

Lower density soft operators and density soft topologies.

The classical density topology is derived from the Lebesgue density points of Lebesgue measurable sets. Wilczynski proposed a more general scheme for defining density points. It turns out that his scheme works in the category sense in addition to the measure-theoretic one.

The Ukrainian version of the Perceived Injustice Questionnaire: A psychometric evaluation.

Introduction: Perceived injustice is increasingly recognized as a key factor influencing mental health in war survivors. This cross-sectional study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Ukrainian translation of the Perceived Injustice Questionnaire (PIQ) among individuals directly exposed to the war in Ukraine.

Methods: 170 war-exposed Ukrainians completed the Ukrainian PIQ and measures of post-traumatic tress disorder (PCL-5), depression (PHQ-9), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD-7), and potentially traumatic life events (LEC-5).

Quality of Life Among Kurdish Patients With Knee Osteoarthritis in Duhok Governorate.

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic disease and a leading cause for pain, stiffness, functional dependence, and diminished quality of life (QoL). The assessment of the latter in OA is becoming increasingly common in both research and clinical settings.

Objectives: The study aimed to examine OA among Kurdish patients with unilateral or bilateral OA.

Changes of blood cholinesterase activities among pesticides-exposed agricultural workers in Iraq: A meta-analysis.

Numerous studies in Iraq have attempted to determine blood cholinesterase (ChE) activities with varying results in agricultural workers and veterinarians exposed to pesticides. This meta-analysis answers the specific inquiry of whether or not blood ChE activities decrease in agricultural workers exposed previously to pesticides. The meta-analysis included 14 records of blood ChE activities extracted from 12 studies after employing the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA).

Potassium channels mediate nitric oxide-induced vasorelaxation in arteries supplying colon cancer.

Introduction: Aberrant vascular function and cancer growth are closely related, with nitric oxide (NO) being a key factor in vascular tone regulation. This study provides Novel insights into the distinctive mechanisms underlying cancer-associated vascular dysfunction by investigating the involvement of potassium (K) channels in NO-mediated vasorelaxation within arteries supplying colon cancer.

Methods: Arterial segments from colon cancer patients were isolated and sectioned into rings, these rings were mounted in an organ bath filled with Krebs' solution and maintained at 37°C.

Burden of disease scenarios by state in the USA, 2022-50: a forecasting analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021.

Background: The capacity to anticipate future health issues is important for both policy makers and practitioners in the USA, as such insights can facilitate effective planning, investment, and implementation strategies. Forecasting trends in disease and injury burden is not only crucial for policy makers but also garners substantial interest from the general populace and leads to a better-informed public. Through the integration of new data sources, the refinement of methodologies, and the inclusion of additional causes, we have improved our previous forecasting efforts within the scope of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (GBD) to produce forecasts at the state and national levels for the USA under various possible scenarios.

Seroepidemiological study of Neospora caninum in equids using c-ELISA in Erbil Province, Iraq.

Equine neosporosis is an intracellular protozoan disease with a global distribution, affecting a diverse range of warm-blooded animals. Neospora caninum Dubey, Carpenter, Speer, Topper et Uggla, 1988 is associated with foetal loss, neurological disease and abortion in equids. No information was available regarding equine N.

Clonal dispersion and pathogenic potential of multidrug-resistant spp. isolated from with hemorrhagic septicemia.

This study was important to improve proper biosecurity measures and controlling the spread of to prevent future outbreaks. This research sought to determine whether virulent species were present in morbid rainbow trout, their resistance and their genetic relatedness. A total number of 542 tissue lesion specimens were collected from gill, liver, heart and kidneys in morbid domesticated fish in Duhok province, Iraq.

PREVALENCE OF OSTEOPOROSIS IN PATIENTS WITH RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS IN IRAQI KURDISTAN /DUHOK GOVERNORATE.

Background And Objectives: The prevalence of osteoporosis among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the Duhok governorate of Iraqi Kurdistan underscores a significant health concern that intersects autoimmune and bone health. The present study aimed to assess the prevalence of osteoporosis among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the Duhok governorate.

Methods: Detailed questionnaire to collect demographic data, essential for identifying factors influencing BMD, such as age, sex, and lifestyle were used.

Diversity analysis of livestock-associated nasal strains between animal and humans.

Background: has emerged as a major public health concern. It is a common pathogen in animal and human medicine.

Aim: Enterobacterial repetitive intergenic consensus polymerase chain reaction (ERIC-PCR) was used to fingerprint 10 strains of obtained from nasal swabs in domesticated animals and humans to ascertain how comparable the different strains' genetic makeup was.

Expression Profiles of Integrin-Linked Kinase, Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor A, and Ephrin Type-A Receptor 2 in Colorectal Cancer Lymph Nodes.

Background Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer globally, with a high incidence of morbidity and mortality. Early diagnosis of CRC is crucial for determining appropriate treatment regimens, thereby prolonging overall survival rates and improving prognostic outcomes. Objectives This study aimed to investigate the expression profiles of specific proteins in the lymph nodes (LNs) of CRC patients, including integrin-linked kinase (ILK), vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGFA), and ephrin type-A receptor 2 (EphA2), through immunohistochemical studies.

The Impact of Body Mass Index on Morbidity and Mortality in Iraqi Patients With Heart Failure.

Background: Obesity and heart failure (HF) are increasingly significant contributors to illness and death worldwide. While obesity appears to increase the risk of HF, it may paradoxically improve survival. This study aimed to investigate the impact of body mass index (BMI) on the mortality and morbidity of patients with HF.

Assessing COVID-19 outcomes among healthcare workers: a retrospective study.

Introduction: The purpose of this research was to investigate the outcomes of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection in healthcare workers, assess the incidence of infection among them, and identify factors linked to the severity of the disease.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted retrospectively in Duhok city, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, from September 2021 to January 2023.

Results: The study included 1,958 participants, of whom 1,338 (68.

Histological Evaluation of Placentas in Idiopathic Intrauterine Growth Restriction.

Background Idiopathic intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is a condition in which there is no discernible cause, such as problems with the mother's health, and the fetus does not grow to the expected size for its gestational age. In cases of IUGR, the placental trophoblast exhibits reduced invasiveness, leading to a less extensive invasion of uterine spiral arteries and increased resistance in the uteroplacental circulation. The consequences of these early histopathological alterations are long-lasting, resulting in compromised blood flow to the placenta and diminished transport of nutrients and oxygen from the mother to the fetus.

Analgesic effects of intraarticular anaesthetic lidocaine and methylprednisolone versus methylprednisolone alone following knee arthroscopy.

Background: Knee arthroscopy is a widely practiced orthopaedic procedure known for its minimally invasive approach, allowing quicker recovery times and less postoperative discomfort than traditional open surgeries. However, managing postoperative pain remains a critical aspect of patient care and satisfaction. The main objective of this research is to examine the relationships between patient demographics (age, gender, BMI) and early postoperative outcomes, including pain, physiotherapy, and walking.