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Evaluation of two commercially available rapid stool antigen tests for the diagnosis of Helicobacter pylori infection
Conclusions: HpSA-LFIA, RightSign ® and OnSite®, are good negative tests, however they cannot be used as a sole test for diagnosis and needs other confirmatory tests in case of positive results. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Mohamed Abd ElAziz Metwally, Hala Mohamed Alfeky, Hatem Samir Alegaily, Azza Hasan Abbas, El Shahat Ahmed El Shahat, Angham Mohamed Abd Elmonem, Hoda Mohamed Rabie Gabal Source Type: research

Pseudoresistance to permethrin in scabies
Reports of permethrin resistance ofSarcoptes scabiei var. hominis are emerging. We propose that this may be pseudoresistance. The resistance is due to inadequate counselling by physicians, incorrect treatment (insufficient quantity of permethrin; too short length of treatment), and poor adherence and compliance by patients. Other reasons include single application of permethrin, suggestion to apply the drug for 6-8 hours, failed application on subungual folds, irritant contact dermatitis, in particular on genitals, for which some patients stop the treatment, and unexplainable use of permethrin in post-scabies prurigo. Thus...
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Stefano Veraldi, Rossana Schianchi, Martina Silvio, Italo Francesco Aromolo Source Type: research

Cryptococcal meningitis post-covid-19 infection: Immunomodulation, a double-edged sword
This article describes the case and extensively reviews cryptococcal disease post-COVID-19 literature, highlighting the risk from immunosuppressive treatment. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Hilal W Abdessamad, Michel Achkar, Amal Al Zoghbi, Mohamad Fleifel, Abdul Rahman Ousta, Ahmad Kassar, Nadia L Samaha, Rita Nemr, Anna Farra, Jacques E Mokhbat, Rola Husni Source Type: research

Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 antibody response after Moderna vaccine booster on healthcare providers
Conclusions: Heterologous Moderna vaccine booster effectively increases antibody response against SARS-CoV-2 variants and shows mild symptoms of COVID-19 infection. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Fanny Fachrucha, Dianiati Kusumo Sutoyo, Fariz Nurwidya, Sita Laksmi Andarini, Agus Dwi Susanto, Fathiyah Isbaniah, Diah Handayani, Faisal Yunus, Dicky Soehardiman, Jamal Zaini, Silvana Saputri, Prasenohadi Source Type: research

Risk factors for prolonged viral RNA shedding in patients with COVID-19; a nested case-control study
Conclusions: Our study design included controlling confounders. We showed a clear result associating predicting factors with prolonged NCT of SARS-CoV-2. D-dimer level and bacterial co-infection were considered as independent predictors of prolonged NCT. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Yasemin Nadir, Pinar Kiran Source Type: research

Pre- and post-COVID-19 antimicrobial resistance profile of bacterial pathogens, a comparative study in a tertiary hospital
Conclusions: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the AMR rates of restricted and noncommunity-used antimicrobials declined. However, there was an increase in AMR to antimicrobials used without medical prescription. Therefore, restriction on the sale of antimicrobial drugs by community pharmacies without a prescription, hospital antimicrobial stewardship and awareness about the dangers of extensive use of antibiotics are recommended. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Mohammed H Taleb, Abdelraouf A Elmanama, Alaa H Taleb, Mahmoud M Tawfick Source Type: research

A comprehensive analysis of systematically screened laboratory tests: based on a COVID-19 cohort
Conclusions: The indicators obtained through systematic screening have preferable differential diagnosis values. Compared with non-COVID-19 patients, the screened indicators indicated that COVID-19 patients had more severe inflammatory responses, organ damage, electrolyte and metabolism disturbance, and coagulation disorders. This screening approach could find valuable indicators from a large number of laboratory test indicators. (Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries)
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - May 30, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Lei Chen, Gaojing Qu, Guoxin Huang, Meiling Zhang, Junwen Chen, Dengru Wang, Ying Liu, Bin Pei Source Type: research

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