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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among school children aged 12-14 years: A cross-sectional study from Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Conclusions: With only 1/5th of the children not willing to get vaccinated, policymakers should create a multi-centric effort for the universal coverage of the COVID-19 vaccination. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Naushaba Akhtar, Girish Chandra Dash, Archana Kumawat, Debaprasad Parai, Hari Ram Choudhary, Amiya Ranjan Mohanta, Matrujyoti Pattnaik, Srikanta Kanungo, Sanghamitra Pati, Debdutta Bhattacharya Source Type: research

Artemisinin-based combination therapy successfully treated two hyperparasitaemic Plasmodium falciparum cases
Hyperparasitaemia is an important event in the cascade ofPlasmodium falciparum severe malaria (SM), and may also lead to SM associated complications and death, if left untreated. Here, we report two hyperparasitaemic patients with no life-threatening complications. Malaria diagnosis was performed using thick and thin blood smears and immunochromatographic-based rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) purchased from three different manufacturers. Parasitaemia was calculated following the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines. Haematological and biochemical investigations were also performed. Weekly follow-up of blood smear exami...
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Benudhar Mukhi, Himanshu Gupta, Kishore Punnath, Anupkumar R Anvikar, Bina Srivastava, Susanta Kumar Ghosh Source Type: research

Necrotizing fasciitis – a complication of autoimmune skin blistering diseases?
Conclusions: Due to its unspecific clinical picture, necrotizing fasciitis itself presents a frequently misdiagnosed soft tissue infection. Altered laboratory parameters in immunosuppressed patients often lead to misdiagnosing of NF and loss of precious time, which plays a major role in survival. Given the manifestation of AIBD as loss of skin integrity and immunosuppressive therapy, these patients could be more predisposed to NF than the general population. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Milana Juri šić, Gorana Nikolić, Maja Nikolić Živanović, Milan Stojičić Source Type: research

Clinical utility of universal 16S rRNA PCR using sterile body fluids: lung abscess caused by Nocardia farcinica
This study illustrates the importance of using routine universal 16S rRNA PCR with sterile body fluids to help diagnose atypical bacterial infections such as nocardiosis. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Jungseo Park, Jun-Won Seo, Na Ra Yoon, Dong-Min Kim, Choon-Mee Kim Source Type: research

Detection of rotavirus and norovirus among children with acute gastroenteritis in Merida and Chihuahua cities, Mexico
Conclusions: The circulation of RV and HuNoV in the country is continuous and should be constantly monitored due to their impact on public health. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Ana C Alcal á, Clotilde Cancio-Lonches, Joel Ramírez Ricardo, Julio Cesar Torres Romero, Rocio Infante-Ramírez, Ma. Carmen E Delgado-Gardea, Sofia L Alcaraz-Estrada, Julio Lara-Riegos, Ana Lorena Gutiérrez-Escolano Source Type: research

Burden of pulmonary tuberculosis and challenges related to tuberculosis detection in Ethiopia
Early and rapid diagnosis ofMycobacterium tuberculosisin clinical specimen is important for the treatment of patients and control of disease transmission to the community. The disease is largely preventable and curable, but without rapid, and correct diagnostic tools for tuberculosis (TB) infection and drug resistance, it is unlikely that we can meet the national TB elimination program in Ethiopia by 2035. Moreover, drug resistant TB is becoming more common and is a great challenge for the successful control and eradication of TB. The need for rapid, accurate and affordable methods for TB management should be considered by...
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Letebrhan Weldemhret Source Type: research

Effectiveness of dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine after 10 years as treatment for vivax malaria in Indonesia
Conclusions: DHP is still efficacious and safe as a first-line treatment for vivax malaria in Indonesia, with 100% cure rate at 28 days of observation. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Fanny Arcelia, Ayodhia Pitaloka Pasaribu, Gema Nazri Yanni Source Type: research

Performance of five serological tests in the diagnosis of visceral and cryptic leishmaniasis: a comparative study
Conclusions: The data obtained with TruQuick ® supports its application in the rapid diagnosis of leishmaniasis in endemic areas, a feature not shown by IFAT despite its high diagnostic performance. Regarding the diagnosis of asymptomatic leishmaniasis, the best results were obtained with WB LDBio®, confirming previous studies. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Martina Maritati, Alessandro Trentini, Gregory Michel, Stefania Hanau, Matteo Guarino, Roberto De Giorgio, Christelle Pomares, Pierre Marty, Carlo Contini Source Type: research

Hand hygiene beliefs and practices and glove use attitudes of health professionals working in the emergency department
Conclusions: This study determined that the hand hygiene beliefs and practices of the health personnel working in the emergency department are quite high, their attitudes towards the use of gloves are positive, the attitude towards the usefulness of glove use has a significant and increasing effect on hand hygiene belief, and glove usefulness and glove awareness attitudes have a significant and increasing effect on hand hygiene practice. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Y ıldız Denat, Banu Cihan Erdogan, Zeynep Yilmaz Source Type: research

Adherence to standard precautions by nursing professionals in a public university hospital: a cross-sectional study
Conclusions: In general, the adherence to standard precautions by nursing professionals working in health service in this study can be considered inadequate, highlighting major weaknesses in hand hygiene practices, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), recapping of used needles, and conduct after suffering occupational accidents. Experienced professionals were more likely to adhere to standard precautions. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Maiara Oliveira Diniz, Adriano Menis Ferreira, Denise de Andrade, Evandro Watanabe, Guilherme Schneider, Andr é Pereira dos Santos, Marilia Duarte Valim, Bruno da Silva Santos, Mônia Alves Mendes de Souza, Emileide dos Santos Almeida Vaz Source Type: research

Understanding variations in diarrhea management across healthcare facilities in Bangladesh: a formative qualitative study
Conclusions: Findings from this study may aid in informing interventions to improve and standardize diarrhea management in resource-constrained settings. Resource availability, practices regarding diarrhea assessment and treatment, provider experience, and variability in provider roles are essential considerations when developing clinical tools in low- and middle- income countries. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Nour Elshabassi, Stephanie C Garbern, Rochelle K Rosen, Monique Gainey, Sabiha Nasrin, Nur H Alam, Sufia Sultana, Tahmida Hasnin, Adam C Levine Source Type: research

Investigation on colorectal cancer and human herpesvirus infection among Algerian patients
Conclusions: Our results suggest that there is no (or very low) prevalence of lifelong herpesvirus infection in Algerian CRC patients. Larger cohorts may provide more insight into the prevalence of herpesviruses in Algerian CRC biopsies. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Amina Bouchemal, Joan Mart í Carreras, Lydia Khireddine, Ahmed Amir Bouchemal, Fares Nasri, Piet Maes, Abderrezak Ghidouche, Fatiha Bedjou Source Type: research

Antibiotic resistance assessment and multi-drug efflux pumps of Enterococcus faecium isolated from clinical specimens
Conclusions: Efflux pump inhibitor genesefrAB,efmA,and emeA are common among theE. faecium clinical isolates. Our results supported the administration of thioridazine, as an efflux pump inhibitor, in fluoroquinolone-resistantE. faecium infections due to its synergistic effect with CIP. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Mehdi Mirzaii, Masoud Alebouyeh, Mohammad Bagher Sohrabi, Parisa Eslami, Mojgan Fazli, Maryam Ebrahimi, Parinaz HajiAsgarli, Marjan Rashidan Source Type: research

The investigation of antibacterial activity of hyperlight fluid fusion subcellular essential complex
Conclusions: 3HFWC treatment causes significant reduction in the number of dental plaque microorganisms. Since 3HFWC solution exhibited a bacteriostatic effect similar to chlorhexidine it could be an adequate addition to solution of a growing problem in prevention and early treatment of gingivitis and periodontitis. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Zoran Z Tambur, Ema DJ Aleksi ć, Milana P Čabrilo Lazić, Dolores N Opačić, Katarina D Kalevski, Miljan Z Puletić, Stevan N Avramov, Vladimir M Biočanin Source Type: research

Evaluation of real-time PCR and flow cytometry efficiency in rapid detection of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriales
Conclusions: Flow cytometry will continue to be a promising method for the detection of antimicrobial susceptibility and resistance due to its rapid analysis of many cells and its high compatibility with PCR results. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: İpek Koçer, Tekin Karsligil, Mustafa Sağlam, Uğur Arslanyürekli, İhsan Deveci, Emel Şahin Source Type: research