Treatment of autoimmune thrombocytopenia in a case of chronic hepatitis C with ursodeoxycholic acid.

abstract：:Brucellosis is an emergent and endemic zoonotic disease in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this report we have diagnosed the first case of human brucellosis in Bosnia and Herzegovina, using molecular and microbiological tests, caused by live attenuated Brucella melitensis Rev.1 strain. The infection was caused through unin...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Arapovic J,Špičić S,Duvnjak S,Ostojić M,Arapović M,Nikolić J,Cvetnić Ž

更新日期：2020-02-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Streptococcus pneumoniae is a major human pathogen. The emergence of penicillin resistant strains since the 1970s has been life threatening and the evolution of the bacteria have enabled itself to develop resistance to many other antibiotics such as the macrolides and the fluoroquinolones. This study aims to...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Kumari N,Navaratnam P,Sekaran SD

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A novel influenza A H1N1 virus of swine origin is responsible for the influenza epidemic affecting Mexico, the United States of America (USA), and 39 other countries. While the origin of this emerging pathogen remains uncertain, an increase in the reported incidence of respiratory diseases was noted during March 2009 ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： López-Cervantes M,Venado A,Moreno A,Pacheco-Domínguez RL,Ortega-Pierres G

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The diagnosis of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB) by conventional methods such as culture and microscopy has low sensitivity and requires an invasive procedure. A simple rapid serological test would be of great value. METHODS:Six antigens (ESAT-6, Ag85A, TB10.4, Rv3881c, lipoarabinomannan (LAM) and Ara6-...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Beyene D,Lumc Franken K,Yamuah L,Aseffa A,Wiker HG,Kolk A,Engers H,Klatser P,Sviland L

更新日期：2010-03-08 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Sexually transmitted infections (STI) are a major public health, social, and economic problem leading to morbidity, mortality, and stigma. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of STIs, investigate behavioral risk factors and the relationship between the STIs/HIV and demographic factors. ME...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Filemban SM,Yasein YA,Abdalla MH,Al-Hakeem R,Al-Tawfiq JA,Memish ZA

更新日期：2015-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nosocomial pneumonia remains an important cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Surveillance programs play an important role in the identification of common etiologic agents and local patterns of antimicrobial resistance. METHODOLOGY:In this study we determined the frequency and antimicrobial suscep...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Haeili M,Ghodousi A,Nomanpour B,Omrani M,Feizabadi MM

更新日期：2013-04-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Staphylococcal colonization is a risk factor for healthcare-associated infections, which are frequent in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). This study analyzed microbiology, epidemiology and clinical aspects of Staphylococcus spp. colonizing neonates. METHODOLOGY:Nasal or periumbilical swabs were evalu...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Salgueiro VC,Seixas MDL,Guimarães LC,Ferreira DC,Da Cunha DC,Nouér SA,Dos Santos KRN

更新日期：2019-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Currently available tests have limitations for the identification of Brucella species and strains, and their genetic lineage. The genome sequence of the rpoB gene encoding the β-subunit of DNA-dependent RNA polymerase was investigated for its use in genotyping Brucella melitensis. METHODOLOGY:Complete rpo...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Tan KK,Tan YC,Chang LY,Lee KW,Nor'e SS,Yee WY,Hoh CC,AbuBakar S

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gonococcal urethritis is common with HIV, but gonococcal arthritis is rare. We report two HIV-positive patients with gonococcal arthritis and review previously published reports. A 27-year-old HIV-positive female presented with a pustular skin rash and acute oligoarthritis. Neisseria gonorrhoeae was cultured from the ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Maharaj R,Mody GM

更新日期：2014-09-12 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Nosocomial infections are normally hospital acquired. Nasal carriage of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is very common and may be transmitted via a hand-to-nose route. The objective of the present study was to screen healthcare workers for the colonization of their nasal cavities with MRSA. METHODOLOGY:...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Iyer A,Kumosani T,Azhar E,Barbour E,Harakeh S

更新日期：2014-03-13 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The novel coronavirus severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is responsible for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). First COVID-19 case was detected in March, 10, 2020 in Turkey and as of May, 18, 2020 148,067 cases have been identified and 4096 citizens have died. Tuberculosis (...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Can Sarınoğlu R,Sili U,Eryuksel E,Olgun Yildizeli S,Cimsit C,Karahasan Yagci A

更新日期：2020-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Salmonella enterica serovars Typhi and Paratyphi A are human host-restricted pathogens. Therefore, there is no small susceptible animal host that can be used to assess the virulence and safety of vaccine strains derived from these Salmonella serovars.  However, infant mice have been used to evaluate virulenc...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Santander J,Curtiss R 3rd

更新日期：2010-11-24 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is limited knowledge about the associations of Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infections in developing countries. This study aimed to determine the current prevalence and associations of H. pylori infection with breastfeeding practices, nutritional status, and recurrent abdominal pain (RAP) in a gro...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Senbanjo IO,Oshikoya KA,Njokanma OF

更新日期：2014-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tungiasis, caused by the sand flea Tunga penetrans, is highly prevalent in many resource-poor communities in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean. Studies on knowledge and treatment practices related to tungiasis in affected populations are virtually nonexistent. To fill this gap, we performed...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Winter B,Oliveira FA,Wilcke T,Heukelbach J,Feldmeier H

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The severity of urinary tract infection (UTI) produced by uropathogenic Escherichia coli (UPEC) is due to the expression of a wide spectrum of virulence genes. E. coli strains were divided into four phylogenetic groups (A, B1, B2 and D) based on their virulence genes. The present study aimed to assess the ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Munkhdelger Y,Gunregjav N,Dorjpurev A,Juniichiro N,Sarantuya J

更新日期：2017-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:We investigated the frequency of H274Y-positive swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza virus outbreak in Thailand during May-August 2009.  METHODOLOGY:This study sought to find Oseltamivir resistance mutation H274Y by using pyrosequencing. RESULTS:From 8,710 real-time RT-PCR swine-origin 2009 A(H1N1) influ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Chantratita W,Sukasem C,Sirinavin S,Sankuntaw N,Srichantaratsamee C,Pasomsub E,Malathum K

更新日期：2011-05-28 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The present study aimed to assess the antibiotic resistance profiles and detect the presence of the sul2 gene in sulfamethoxazole-susceptible and resistant isolates of Escherichia coli obtained from outpatients and inpatients with urinary tract infections. METHODOLOGY:The resistance profiles of 739 strain...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Teichmann A,Agra HN,Nunes Lde S,da Rocha MP,Renner JD,Possuelo LG,Carneiro M,Rieger A,Benitez LB,Valim AR

更新日期：2014-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the year 2005, an epidemic of Japanese encephalitis (JE) occurred in the northern states of India. The present study was planned to reconfirm the circulation of JE in the area and to assess the trend of the disease to slow down the burden of JE. METHODOLOGY:Surveillance was conducted to identify patients...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Saxena SK,Mishra N,Saxena R,Singh M,Mathur A

更新日期：2009-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Inadequate hand-washing facilities have been reported as a barrier to hand washing. This study aimed to evaluate the availability and accessibility of hand-washing facilities and supplies of hand-washing agents in the outpatient department (OPD) complex of a tertiary care teaching hospital. METHODOLOGY:A ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Devnani M,Kumar R,Sharma RK,Gupta AK

更新日期：2011-03-02 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Screening blood donors for blood-borne pathogens is very critical for the recipient's safety. Similar to hepatitis B and C infections, hepatitis G infection is transmitted through contaminated blood and causes acute and chronic hepatitis. Previous reports have shown that the prevalence of hepatitis G virus...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Alhetheel A,El-Hazmi MM

更新日期：2014-01-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Livestock are nowadays considered potent reservoirs of multi drug resistance. Enteric resistant organisms in animals can be transmitted to humans and be causative agents of infections with therapeutic challenges. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of multi drug resistant organisms in Leba...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Dandachi I,Fayad E,El-Bazzal B,Sleiman A,Rolain JM,Daoud Z

更新日期：2018-02-22 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Inappropriate use of antibiotics is recognised as a leading cause of antibiotic resistance. Little is known about antibiotic prescribing practices at public health facilities in low- and middle-income countries. We examined patterns of antibiotic prescribing in public health facilities in Nepal and explore...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Nepal A,Hendrie D,Robinson S,Selvey LA

更新日期：2020-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:This study aims at defining through a retrospective evaluation, the clinical parameters affecting the clinical course and consequently the management of patients presenting with cervicofacial abscesses. METHODOLOGY:A total of 394 patients diagnosed with abscess at the University of Sassari Otorhinolaryngo...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Melis A,Riu F,Kihlgren C,Piras A,Rizzo D,Sotgiu A,Donadu M,Usai D,Zanetti S,Bussu F

更新日期：2020-05-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Typhoid fever is a common disease in Yunnan province; however, the resistant phenotype and epidemic characteristics of Salmonella in this area are still unclear. In this study, a 15-year surveillance of antimicrobial susceptibility of Salmonella is reported. METHODOLOGY:From January 1999 to December 2013,...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Yaxian J,Hui Z,Hua N,Xiaoqin M,Fengliang L,Ning X,Jiajia L,Jie J,Rui Z

更新日期：2015-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is a high prevalence of cytomegalovirus (CMV) seropositivity in developing countries. An apparent risk of CMV reactivation increases following hematopoeitic stem cell transplantation. With effective surveillance and timely treatment using anti-viral therapy, morbidity and mortality associated with CM...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Sharma SK,Kumar S,Agrawal N,Singh L,Mukherjee A,Seth T,Mishra P,Mathur S,Dar L,Mahapatra M

更新日期：2013-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Campylobacter jejuni is one of the major causes of gastroenteritis worldwide of the last century. The aim of this study was to investigate the antibiotics profiles and the virulence gene in C. jejuni strains isolated from chicken in Côte d'Ivoire. METHODOLOGY:A total of 336 chicken ceaca samples recovered...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Goualié BG,Akpa EE,Kakou-N'Gazoa SE,Ouattara HG,Niamke SL,Dosso M

更新日期：2019-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Splenic abscess due to Brucella spp. is extremely rare. We report a case of a splenic abscess due to Brucella spp. in a 61-year-old male patient. Brucella slide and tube agglutination tests (Wright) were positive while blood culture and culture from splenic tissue yielded negative results. The abdominal ultrasonograph...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Sayilir K,Iskender G,Oğan MC,Erdil F

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this study was to assess tuberculosis (TB) knowledge, attitudes, and practices in both the general population and risk groups in Thailand. METHODOLOGY:In a cross-sectional survey, a general population (n = 3,074) and family members of a TB patient (n = 559) were randomly selected, using stratif...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Pengpid S,Peltzer K,Puckpinyo A,Tiraphat S,Viripiromgool S,Apidechkul T,Sathirapanya C,Leethongdee S,Chompikul J,Mongkolchati A

更新日期：2016-08-02 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Infants represent an important risk group for influenza associated hospitalizations and mortality. This study evaluated the clinical presentations, hospitalization course and outcome of infants hospitalized with the pandemic influenza A H1N1 [Influenza A(H1N1)pdm09] in relation to their previous health sta...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Husain EH,Alkhabaz A,Al-Qattan HY,Al-Shammari N,Owayed AF

更新日期：2012-08-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Enterohaemorrhagic E. coli (EHEC) particularly O157:H7 (Sequence type 11 complex), is the best documented and most well-known of E. coli that cause diarrhoea. The importance of EHEC lies in the severity of disease. Outbreaks can infect thousands of people causing bloody diarrhoea and haemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) t...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Chattaway MA,Dallman T,Okeke IN,Wain J

更新日期：2011-07-04 00:00:00