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Open Access December 29, 2022

Antibiotic treatment for infection with Shiga toxin producing Escherichia coli infection inducing a hemolytic uremic syndrome

Abstract Background: Shiga toxin producing Escherichia coli (STEC) inducing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) with multiple organ involvement is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The treatment has mostly been focused on kidney, respiratory and cardiovascular supports and not against the bacteria that cause STEC-HUS. The use of bactericidal therapy has been shown to be antibiotic [...] Read more.
Background: Shiga toxin producing Escherichia coli (STEC) inducing hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) with multiple organ involvement is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The treatment has mostly been focused on kidney, respiratory and cardiovascular supports and not against the bacteria that cause STEC-HUS. The use of bactericidal therapy has been shown to be antibiotic dependent and certain antibiotics inhibit the production and release of Shiga toxin, eradicate STEC without harmful effects, and improve outcome. Methods: A previously healthy 18-months-old girl with STEC causing severe colitis, kidney failure and multi-organ dysfunction was treated with antibiotics that were known to inhibit the release of Shiga toxin as a supplement to supportive care. Results: The antibiotic regime stopped the pathophysiological process with prompt clinical improvement in association with the disappearance of the Shiga toxins. Conclusions: The present case report fortifies and recommends appropriate antibiotic treatment during STEC-HUS, suggesting clinicians to consider the use of these in severe STEC-HUS as early as possible.
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Open Access August 20, 2024

A Modified Approach for the Treatment of Molars with Advanced Furcation Involvements (Sandwich’s Technique) - (III) Combined use of TPP, SRP, RSR and CSCTD

Abstract The purpose of this study was to assess different periodontitis groups affected with mild, moderate and severe alveolar bone levels and treated using the Sandwich’s procedures. A total of 53 subjects, who had taken two sets of full-mouth standarized paralleling radiographs with mean observation time was 10.18±3.89 years and (ranges: 5.1 to 18.3 years) were collected for the past 20 years. The [...] Read more.
The purpose of this study was to assess different periodontitis groups affected with mild, moderate and severe alveolar bone levels and treated using the Sandwich’s procedures. A total of 53 subjects, who had taken two sets of full-mouth standarized paralleling radiographs with mean observation time was 10.18±3.89 years and (ranges: 5.1 to 18.3 years) were collected for the past 20 years. The radiographic alveolar bone levels (RABL) at mesial and distal aspects of teeth were assessed by measuring the distance between cemento-enamel junction (CEJ) and the bone crest using an electronic digimatic caliper (EDC) under 7.5 magnified radiographs. The patients, who presented with SAP, were between 24 and 84 years of age, with a mean age of 54.8±10.2years. Although, the treatment of angular defects in molars with guided tissue regeneration, emdogain has been reported and has exhibited significant and predictable results, however, afforded very limited and less predictable results in the treatment of advanced class II and III maxillary furcation defects. The majority of root resection procedures are commonly recommended for treating advanced molar furcation, in particular located at molars with class III furcation involvement, there is still some controversy regarding the long-term prognosis after different treatment modalities. In general, the root resection procedure is a surgical approach for simultaneously performing a periodontal flap operation at first and followed by the amputation and/or resection of maxillary root(s). There are some complications and disadvantages, such as post-operative pain and bleeding, swelling, infection, etc. The present report is to describe the combination of therapeutic provisional prosthesis (TPP), fixed prosthesis, non-surgical procedure using root separation and/or resection (RSR) and for the treatment of advanced Class II and III furcation-Involved molars. In addition, evidenced-based clinical trials of retrospective and longitudinal data were also prescribed here. The purpose of this study was to present treatment procedures of Sandwich’s technique and retrospectively to evaluate the long-term clinical trials of this method in treating molar teeth with SAP and molar FI who were diagnosed as guarded and/or hopeless prognosis.
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Open Access July 21, 2024

Securing Pharmaceutical Supply chain to Combat Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Counterfeiting

Abstract Pharmaceutical Product serialization aims to assign distinct serial numbers to items within a pharmaceutical supply chain. However, this process faces several security challenges like Theft of valid serial numbers may occur, enabling the labelling of counterfeit products. Therefore, it's essential to ensure the uniqueness of serial numbers can be verified at any point in the product's lifecycle [...] Read more.
Pharmaceutical Product serialization aims to assign distinct serial numbers to items within a pharmaceutical supply chain. However, this process faces several security challenges like Theft of valid serial numbers may occur, enabling the labelling of counterfeit products. Therefore, it's essential to ensure the uniqueness of serial numbers can be verified at any point in the product's lifecycle within the supply chain. Intimidatory nodes along the distribution network could corrupt planned changes of custody for products. Ensuring verifiability of compliance with these changes is crucial. Manufacturers and consumers need assurance that perishable goods with expired shelf lives are appropriately discarded. In this paper, we review a product serialization method leveraging blockchain technology to address these security concerns within a multi-party perishable goods supply chain. Blockchains offer potential solutions by providing a secure platform for data sharing in multi-party environments, enhancing security and transparency. Within Blockchain technology, each distribution partner is registered to uphold transparency regarding drug information. The system facilitates real-time transfer of ownership changes, recording them as blocks with date and time stamps. This ensures visibility to all partners in real time, maintaining the authenticity of drugs. This article aims to outline how Blockchain technology benefits the pharmaceutical industry by enhancing traceability and trackability of drugs throughout the entire pharmaceutical supply chain.
Review Article
Open Access June 13, 2024

Evaluation of fiber characteristics of Musa balbisiana, Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum pseudo-stalks for pulp and paper production

Abstract Fiber characteristics of Musa balbisiana, Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum [...] Read more.
Fiber characteristics of Musa balbisiana, Musa paradisiaca and Musa sapientum pseudo-stalks were investigated. Fiber characteristics such as fiber length, fiber diameter, lumen width, and cell wall thickness were measured in the macerated banana pseudo-stalk by microscopy. Slenderness ratio, flexibility coefficient (%) and Runkel ratio were also determined from these microscopic measurements. Mean value of the properties evaluated for Musa sp. respectively were as follows: Fiber length- 2.96mm; Fiber diameter- 21.71µm; Lumen width- 13.55µm; Cell wall thickness- 3.86µm; Flexibility ratio- 66.35%; Runkel ratio- 0.66 and Relative fiber length- 159.12. Based on the findings of this study the Musa sp. pseudo stalk is suitable for pulp and paper production due to its high quality of fibers.
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