Endemic status of urogenital schistosomiasis and the efficacy of a single-dose praziquantel treatment in unmapped rural farming communities in Oyo East Local Government Area, Oyo State, Nigeria
ConclusionUrogenital schistosomiasis was hyperendemic in the Ajagba community, and hypoendemic in the Awosan community. The presence ofBulinus globosus supported the transmission of the schistosomiasis in the Ajagba community. Communities where schistosomiasis is still actively transmitted in Nigeria should be identified for effective intervention through the MDA programs. (Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases)
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - April 15, 2024 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Alexander B. Odaibo Source Type: research
The impact of delayed diagnosis and treatment due to COVID-19 on Australian thyroid cancer patients: a qualitative interview study
Conclusions
This study highlights an increased psychological burden in patients with thyroid cancer who experienced delayed diagnosis and/or treatment during COVID-19. The impacts experienced by patients during this time may be similar in the case of other unexpected delays and highlight the need for regular clinical review during delays to diagnosis or treatment. (Source: BMJ Open)
Source: BMJ Open - April 15, 2024 Category: General Medicine Authors: D'souza, B., Glover, A., Bavor, C., Brown, B., Dodd, R. H., Lee, J. C., Millar, J., Miller, J. A., Zalcberg, J. R., Serpell, J., Ioannou, L. J., Nickel, B. Tags: Open access, Surgery, COVID-19 Source Type: research
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Surgery in Pediatrics: Does Preoperative Skin Antisepsis with Chlorhexidine/Alcohol Reduce Postoperative Shunt Infection Rate?
Conclusions Two steps of preoperative skin antisepsis, first using chlorhexidine/alcohol and then povidone-iodine scrub solution, may significantly reduce the infection rate in pediatric VP shunt surgeries. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag KG Rüdigerstraße 14, 70469 Stuttgart, GermanyArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents | Abstract | Full text (Source: Journal of Neurological Surgery Part A: Central European Neurosurgery)
Source: Journal of Neurological Surgery Part A: Central European Neurosurgery - April 15, 2024 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Ammar, Ahmed Shawky Elnoamany, Hossam Elkholy, Hany Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
Paraaortic Extra-Adrenal Paraganglioma: Challenging Robotic Resection
CONCLUSIONS: Robotic-assisted resection can be safe and effective for retroperitoneal malignant paragangliomas. However, management extends beyond surgery and requires cascade genetic testing to address familial risks. Because of the high probability of cancer associated with SDHB mutation, lifelong patient surveillance is imperative.PMID:38615151 | DOI:10.1245/s10434-024-15267-z (Source: Ann Oncol)
Source: Ann Oncol - April 13, 2024 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Andrei Nikiforchin Ekaterina Baron Jessica A Wernberg Rohit Sharma Source Type: research
An adult and pediatric size-based contrast administration reduction phantom study for single and dual-energy CT through preservation of contrast-to-noise ratio
CONCLUSIONS: Our work provided a quantitative baseline for other institutions to further optimize their scanning protocols to reduce the use of ICM.PMID:38605540 | DOI:10.1002/acm2.14340 (Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics)
Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics - April 12, 2024 Category: Physics Authors: Jia Wang Xinhui Duan Usman Mahmood Sarah Eva McKenney Samuel Loren Brady Source Type: research
An adult and pediatric size-based contrast administration reduction phantom study for single and dual-energy CT through preservation of contrast-to-noise ratio
CONCLUSIONS: Our work provided a quantitative baseline for other institutions to further optimize their scanning protocols to reduce the use of ICM.PMID:38605540 | DOI:10.1002/acm2.14340 (Source: Health Physics)
Source: Health Physics - April 12, 2024 Category: Physics Authors: Jia Wang Xinhui Duan Usman Mahmood Sarah Eva McKenney Samuel Loren Brady Source Type: research
An adult and pediatric size-based contrast administration reduction phantom study for single and dual-energy CT through preservation of contrast-to-noise ratio
CONCLUSIONS: Our work provided a quantitative baseline for other institutions to further optimize their scanning protocols to reduce the use of ICM.PMID:38605540 | DOI:10.1002/acm2.14340 (Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics)
Source: Journal of Applied Clinical Medical Physics - April 12, 2024 Category: Physics Authors: Jia Wang Xinhui Duan Usman Mahmood Sarah Eva McKenney Samuel Loren Brady Source Type: research
An adult and pediatric size-based contrast administration reduction phantom study for single and dual-energy CT through preservation of contrast-to-noise ratio
CONCLUSIONS: Our work provided a quantitative baseline for other institutions to further optimize their scanning protocols to reduce the use of ICM.PMID:38605540 | DOI:10.1002/acm2.14340 (Source: Health Physics)
Source: Health Physics - April 12, 2024 Category: Physics Authors: Jia Wang Xinhui Duan Usman Mahmood Sarah Eva McKenney Samuel Loren Brady Source Type: research
Role of Povidone-Iodine in Reducing Surgical Site Infection
AbstractPurpose of ReviewSurgical site infections (SSIs) are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Given the role of endogenous carriage ofStaphylococcus aureus, current patient decolonization strategies revolve around the application of topical antiseptic agents prior to and at the time of surgery.Recent FindingsIntranasal single-application povidone-iodine (PVP-I) on the day of surgery is an emerging, attractive alternative to the established approach of a 5-day course of intranasal mupirocin for preoperative decolonization.SummaryPVP-I appears more convenient and cost-effective for both patients and healt...
Source: Current Infectious Disease Reports - April 11, 2024 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
Prediction of pathological activity in Crohn ’s disease based on dual-energy CT enterography
ConclusionThe NIC, energy-spectrum curve slope K and DEI can effectively distinguish the active and inactive phases of the intestinal segments of CD patients and provide good assistance for determining further treatment.Graphical abstract (Source: Abdominal Imaging)
Source: Abdominal Imaging - April 10, 2024 Category: Radiology Source Type: research
Exploring the full range of N ⋯I⋯X halogen-bonding interactions within a single compound using pressure
Chem Commun (Camb). 2024 Apr 9. doi: 10.1039/d4cc00847b. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTThe response of the trimethylammonium-iodinechloride and diiodide (TMA-ICl/I2) crystal structures have been examined under high pressure using neutron powder diffraction. TMA-ICl exhibits impressive pressure-driven electronic flexibility, where the N⋯I-Cl interactions progressively encompass all the distances represented in analogous structures recorded in the Cambridge Structural Database. Comparison with the TMA-I2 complex reveals that this flexibility is owed to the electronegativity of the chlorine atom which induces increased dist...
Source: Chemical Communications - April 9, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Richard H Jones Craig L Bull Nicholas P Funnell Kevin S Knight William G Marshall Source Type: research
Antiseptics in otorhinolaryngology-a substance overview
HNO. 2024 Apr 9. doi: 10.1007/s00106-024-01456-5. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTFor preoperative skin antisepsis, alcohol-containing iodine solutions and octenidine are suitable. For wound antisepsis, polyhexanide and hypochlorous acid (HOCL) are also available, but only PVP-iodine and HOCL can be applied to cartilage. Chlorhexidine should only be used as mouth- and bodywash for Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) decolonization. For the many other throat antiseptics, evidence of clinical efficacy is lacking. For decolonization of the nares, polyhexanide and octenidine are available as nasal gels, but these are inferior to mupiro...
Source: HNO - April 9, 2024 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Bernhard Olzowy Sarina M üller Natascha Antonia Cidlinsky Daniela Guderian Source Type: research
Molecules, Vol. 29, Pages 1701: Iodine-Catalyzed Cascade Annulation of 4-Hydroxycoumarins with Aurones: Access to Spirocyclic Benzofuran & ndash;Furocoumarins
Molecules, Vol. 29, Pages 1701: Iodine-Catalyzed Cascade Annulation of 4-Hydroxycoumarins with Aurones: Access to Spirocyclic Benzofuran–Furocoumarins
Molecules doi: 10.3390/molecules29081701
Authors:
Xuequan Wang
Changhui Yang
Dan Yue
Mingde Xu
Suyue Duan
Xianfu Shen
An attractive approach for the preparation of spirocyclic benzofuran–furocoumarins has been developed through iodine-catalyzed cascade annulation of 4-hydroxycoumarins with aurones. The reaction involves Michael addition, iodination, and intramolecular nucleophilic substitution in a one-step process, and offers an eff...
Source: Molecules - April 9, 2024 Category: Chemistry Authors: Xuequan Wang Changhui Yang Dan Yue Mingde Xu Suyue Duan Xianfu Shen Tags: Article Source Type: research
Changing trends in the global, regional, and national burden of iodine deficiency among adolescents and young adults: population-based study
Conclusion: Globally, the iodine deficiency burden among adolescents has substantially decreased since 1990; however, low-SDI countries still bear a great burden. Implementation measures and monitoring systems should be strengthened to reduce the iodine deficiency burden, especially among adolescents.What is Known:• Iodine deficiency can cause severe or irreversible developmental disorders, particularly in adolescents and young adults.• Universal Salt Iodization was implemented for ensuring appropriate iodine intake.What is New:• We found substantial declines in the prevalence rates of iodine deficiency among adolesc...
Source: European Journal of Pediatrics - April 9, 2024 Category: Pediatrics Source Type: research
