The microRNA-let-7b-mediated attenuated strain of influenza A (H1N1) virus in a mouse model.

abstract：:The case of a Hickman catheter-related bacteremia caused by Gordonia sputi in a patient with breast cancer is presented. Blood cultures grew a Gram-positive rod, susceptible to several antimicrobials, subsequently identified by 16S rRNA gene sequencing as Gordonia sputi. The infection resolved after successful treatme...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Kofteridis DP,Valachis A,Scoulica E,Christidou A,Maraki S,Samonis G

更新日期：2012-02-13 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Determining if a tsetse fly is infected by trypanosomes and thus potentially able to transmit trypanosome-related human and animal diseases is an extremely laborious and time-consuming task to perform, especially under field conditions. In this study we tested a possible alternative approach that uses the en...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Ferreira F,Cano J,Furtado A,Ndong-Mabale N,Ndong-Asumu P,Benito A,Pinto J,Afonso MO,Seixas J,Atouguia J,Centeno-Lima S

更新日期：2008-02-01 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:Although the government of Yemen changed the national policy for treating malaria in November 2005 from chloroquine to combination drugs in the form of artesunate + sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) as first line and lumefantrine + artemether as second line treatment for uncomplicated malaria, clinicians in ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Bin Ghouth AS

更新日期：2013-05-13 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:Diarrhea remains one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality in children under five years of age especially in low-income countries. In Peru, epidemiological reports about enteropathogens related to acute diarrhea are scarce in rural areas. The aim of this study was to describe the etiology, epidemio...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Cornejo-Tapia A,Orellana-Peralta F,Weilg P,Bazan-Mayra J,Cornejo-Pacherres H,Ulloa-Urizar G,Aguilar-Luis MA,Pons MJ,Del Valle-Mendoza J

更新日期：2017-12-10 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Due to intercontinental traffic, population migration trends, natural disasters, and climate change, imported malaria remains important to consider in a febrile returning traveler. This study aims to raise awareness about malaria and help European clinicians maintain a working knowledge of this disease by ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Poluga J,Milosevic I,Jordovic J,Dakic Z,Lavadinovic L,Stevanovic G,Milosevic B,Jevtovic D,Pavlovic M

更新日期：2016-08-02 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Acinetobacter baumannii is a Gram-negative nosocomial pathogen that has the capacity to develop resistance to all classes of antimicrobial compounds. However, very little is known regarding its susceptibility to biocides (antiseptics and disinfectants) and capacity to form biofilms, particularly for Malays...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Nor A'shimi MH,Alattraqchi AG,Mohd Rani F,A Rahman NI,Ismail S,Abdullah FH,Othman N,Cleary DW,Clarke SC,Yeo CC

更新日期：2019-07-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In some developing countries, tuberculosis and brucellosis, which are commom causes of spinal infections, are still common infectious diseases. However, co-occurrence of spinal tuberculosis and brucellosis is rare. METHODOLOGY:We report a case a 47-year-old male engaged in aquaculture with a medical histo...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Zhao G,Wang J,Xiang G,Zhou K,Nan W,Zhang H

更新日期：2020-10-31 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：:Madura foot is a deep mycosis commonly seen in tropical and subtropical countries such as India. Its incidence is likely to rise in temperate regions as well, due to the increase in worldwide travel. The cases presented here are all agricultural workers from a rural part of northern India who had induration, fibrosis ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Chufal SS,Thapliyal NC,Gupta MK

更新日期：2012-09-17 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Saudi Arabia was affected by an outbreak of Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV). We aimed to determine the perception of risk and level of stress among nurses. METHODOLOGY:A questionnaire survey was administered to determine the perceptions of risk of MERS-CoV infection. RESULTS:The m...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Bukhari EE,Temsah MH,Aleyadhy AA,Alrabiaa AA,Alhboob AA,Jamal AA,Binsaeed AA

更新日期：2016-08-31 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：BACKGROUND:Non-typhoidal Salmonella are frequently food-borne zoonotic pathogens that may cause invasive disease in HIV-positive individuals. METHODOLOGY:Invasive isolates (n = 652) of Salmonella Typhimurium from human patients in Gauteng Province of South Africa were investigated for the years 2006 and 2007. Bacteria...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Keddy KH,Dwarika S,Crowther P,Perovic O,Wadula J,Hoosen A,Sooka A,Crewe-Brown HH,Smith AM

更新日期：2009-09-15 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:Salmonella infections are increasing worldwide, but there are few reports on Salmonella surveillance in African countries and other developing countries. This has made it difficult to estimate the actual burden of salmonellosis, especially in Africa. This study was conducted in a neglected Northern Region ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Saba CK,Escudero JA,Herrera-Leon S,Porrero MC,Suarez M,Dominguez L,Demuyakor B,Gonzalez-Zorn B

更新日期：2013-10-15 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Burkholderia cepacia has the potential to cause fatal infections in ICUs, and multidrug resistance makes them a serious threat in hospital settings. The aim of this study was to evaluate the epidemiology of B. cepacia infections in our hospital. METHODOLOGY:The incidence, clinical characteristics, antimicro...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Dizbay M,Tunccan OG,Sezer BE,Aktas F,Arman D

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Gallbladder stones are a very frequently occurring condition. Despite bile bactericidal activity, many bacteria have been detected inside the gallbladder, and gallstones facilitate their presence. Between 3% and 5% of the patients with Salmonella spp. infection develop the carrier stage, with the bacteria ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Arteta AA,Carvajal-Restrepo H,Sánchez-Jiménez MM,Diaz-Rodriguez S,Cardona-Castro N

更新日期：2017-03-31 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:Despite tremendous progress made toward elimination, measles continues to pose a great threat to the health of children in developing countries. The objective of this study was to summarize and analyze the clinical characteristics and treatment experience of serious complications of measles pneumonia in ch...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Li J,Zhao Y,Liu Z,Zhang T,Liu C,Liu X

更新日期：2015-10-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Schistosomiasis is one of the Neglected Tropical Diseases in Ethiopia. Since 2015, yearly school-based mass drug administration (MDA) using praziquantel has become the major control strategy. This study aimed to assess trends of Schistosoma mansoni infection in a high-endemic area in Northwest Ethiopia. M...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Zeleke AJ,Addisu A,Bayih AG,Tweya H,Timire C,Techilo W,Kamau EM,Vogt F,Verdonck K

更新日期：2020-06-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Education and adequate training regarding the appropriate use of antibiotics for health care professionals is essential in developing countries. Educational strategies can also influence appropriate antibiotic use in the community. The aim of this study was to assess and compare knowledge of antibiotics an...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Sakeena MH,Bennett AA,Mohamed F,Herath HM,Gawarammane I,McLachlan AJ

更新日期：2018-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Zika virus (ZIKV) is an emerging arbovirus of the Flaviviridae family and is related to dengue, Chikungunya, West Nile, yellow fever, and Japanese encephalitis viruses. ZIKV was first discovered in Uganda in 1947. Different species of mosquito from the Aedes genus, mainly A. aegypti and A. albopictus are the vectors r...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Al-Qahtani AA,Nazir N,Al-Anazi MR,Rubino S,Al-Ahdal MN

更新日期：2016-03-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Argentina has been a preferential target for Bolivian immigrants for decades. The relatively recent migratory flux includes Germany, France, the United States, Australia, Japan, and some Latin American countries. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to describe the prevalence of Chagas disease in preg...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Kolliker-Frers RA,Insua I,Razzitte G,Capani F

更新日期：2016-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Essential oils have been used since ancient times and are known for their anti-inflammatory, anti-depressive, antiseptic, antifungal and antimicrobial properties. METHODOLOGY:in this study the antimicrobial activity of two essential oils from Melaleuca alternifolia and Thymus vulgaris-red thyme geraniol w...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Amorese V,Donadu M,Usai D,Sanna A,Milia F,Pisanu F,Molicotti P,Zanetti S,Doria C

更新日期：2018-11-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The study aimed to investigate the resistance of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), an indicator used in hospitals but isolated from faecal samples of children in the community, to commonly used antibiotics and antiseptic agents. METHODOLOGY:S. aureus isolates were identified by phenotypi...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Akinkunmi EO,Lamikanra A

更新日期：2012-04-13 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria are increasingly common and represent a serious problem for public health. Staphylococcus aureus is one of the major agents of infections, and methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) has spread worldwide. The aim of this study was to phenotypically and genot...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Bodnar GC,Martins HM,De Oliveira CF,Morey AT,Tavares ER,Cardoso JD,Perugini MR,Lioni LM,Yamada-Ogatta SF,Kobayashi RK,Nakazato G

更新日期：2016-12-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Pancreatitis is a rare complication of hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS). The causative agents of HFRS are hantaviruses, which belong to the genus Hantavirus, family Bunyaviridae. The purpose of this study was to evaluate cases of acute pancreatitis (AP) in patients with HFRS at the Service of I...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Puca E,Harxhi A,Pipero P,Qyra E,Stroni G,Muco E,Hysenaj Z,Rista E,Tosku G,Bino S

更新日期：2017-12-10 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:Lymph node tuberculosis (TB) is the leading cause of extrapulmonary tuberculosis and is the most frequently identified type in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Conventional diagnosis has serious limitations for rapid detection of extrapulmonary tuberculosis in clinical samples. Here PCR and modified FISH have been ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Rodriguez-Nuñez J,Avelar FJ,Marquez F,Rivas-Santiago B,Quiñones C,Guerrero-Barrera AL

更新日期：2012-01-12 00:00:00