Anticancer Action of Psilostachyin-A in 5-Fluorouracil-Resistant Human Liver Carcinoma are Mediated Through Autophagy Induction, G2/M Phase Cell Cycle Arrest and Inhibiting Extracellular-Signal-Regulated Kinase/Mitogen Activated Protein Kinase (ERK/MAPK)

abstract：BACKGROUND:Prophylaxis of toxoplasmic encephalitis was performed with pyrimethamine in 6 patients with advanced HIV infection during combination therapy with protease inhibitors. MATERIAL/METHODS:Steady-state plasma pyrimethamine (PYR) levels were measured by gas chromatography. Protease inhibitor plasma concentration...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Langmann P,Schirmer D,Zilly M,Klinker H

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND The objective of this paper was to assess the complications following sentinel lymph node biopsy (SLNB) in breast cancer patients using the SentiMag® method. MATERIAL AND METHODS The study material consisted of 368 patients who had received the SLNB procedure in combination with wide local excision (WLE), s...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Lorek A,Stojčev Z,Zarębski W,Kowalczyk M,Szyluk K

更新日期：2019-04-29 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abdominally based perforator free flaps are commonly used in reconstructive breast surgery. Pre-operative assessment using a variety of imaging techniques has become increasingly popular to assess the anatomy of the abdominal perforators. We hypothesize that color flow duplex ultrasonography is a reliable me...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Seidenstucker K,Munder B,Richrath P,Rybacki C,Horch RE,Beier JP,Andrews BT,Andree C

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In December 2019, an outbreak of coronavirus infection emerged in Wuhan, Hubei Province of China, which is now named Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The outbreak spread rapidly within mainland China and globally. This paper reviews the different imaging modalities used in the diagnosis and treatment process of CO...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Jiang ZZ,He C,Wang DQ,Shen HL,Sun JL,Gan WN,Lu JY,Liu XT

更新日期：2020-07-12 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to evaluate clinical and radiographic outcomes of volar plate versus intramedullary nailing for fixation of distal radius fractures. MATERIAL AND METHODS This retrospective study included 64 patients with extra-articular and simple intra-articular fractures of the distal radi...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Çalbıyık M,Ipek D

更新日期：2018-01-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Retraction of this publication has been requested by the authors due to problems with reproducibility. Reference: Pengcheng Liu, Ruili Du, Xin Yu. Ursolic Acid Exhibits Potent Anticancer Effects in Human Metastatic Melanoma Cancer Cells (SK-MEL-24) via Apoptosis Induction, Inhibition of Cell Migration and Invasion, Ce...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Liu P,Du R,Yu X

更新日期：2021-01-16 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to analyze the differences in vaginal microecological factors and genital tract infections among pregnant women of different ages. MATERIAL AND METHODS This study included 751 pregnant women from West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University, China, from January 2015 to...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Yu F,Tang YT,Hu ZQ,Lin XN

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：MATERIAL AND METHODS:The material studied consisted of single liver biopsy specimens and serum samples from 97 patients diagnosed by clinical and serological criteria as having chronic hepatitis of either type B (38 patients seropositive for HBsAg) or type C (59 patients seropositive for anti-HCV). Diagnosis of chronic...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Walewska-Zielecka B,Swiderska H,Jończyk M,Nowosławski A

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND This study was performed with the aim to explore the expression of high-mobility group protein B1 (HMGB1) and the receptor for advanced glycation end-product (RAGE) in knee osteoarthritis (KOA) and its clinical significance. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 108 synovial tissues selected from KOA patients wer...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Sun XH,Liu Y,Han Y,Wang J

更新日期：2016-06-20 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The aim of the study was to investigate whether children born small for gestational age without other complications nor signs of neurological impairment or developmental delay before 18 months of age may display neuropsychological impairments later in life. MATERIAL/METHODS:Neuropsychological outcome, schoo...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Viggedal G,Lundalv E,Carlsson G,Kjellmer I

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND This study aimed to investigate the correlation of brain perfusion with white matter hyperintensity (WMH), brain atrophy, and cognition in patients with moderate to severe posterior cerebral artery stenosis (PCAS). MATERIAL AND METHODS 65 patients with memory decline as the main complaint and no history of ...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Liu M,Nie ZY,Li RR,Zhang W,Wang H,He YS,Zhao LJ,Li YX

更新日期：2018-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To investigate plasma IL-17 level and the expression of Th17 cell transcription factor RORγt in the pathogenesis of Behçet's Disease (BD). MATERIAL/METHODS:Blood samples were collected from 73 patients with BD (45 patients were in active stage), 20 systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and 12 multiple sclerosi...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Hamzaoui K,Bouali E,Ghorbel I,Khanfir M,Houman H,Hamzaoui A

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We aimed to analyze the risk factors and prognosis of acute kidney injury (AKI) after aortic arch repair in type A aortic dissection. MATERIAL AND METHODS:We included 155 patients undergoing arch repair surgery for type A aortic dissection from January 2009 to January 2014 in our hospital. Ninety-three pati...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Qiu Z,Chen L,Cao H,Zhang G,Xu F,Chen Q

更新日期：2015-03-04 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to identify the pathway responsible for ventricular remodeling. MATERIAL AND METHODS We collected remodeling myocardium tissue (n=18) and control myocardium tissue (n=22), and detected the expression of 4 miRNAs in these 2 groups using real-time PCR. We then searched the miRN...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Zhang J,Qin L,Han L,Zhao Y,Jing H,Song W,Shi H

更新日期：2017-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND Lung cancer and tuberculosis (TB) are two major public health problems. They can coexist or appear sequentially. In patients with TB, lung cancer risk is increased. However, vice versa is not crystal clear. In this study, we aimed to determine the development of TB in patients with resectabled non-small cel...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Yakar F,Yakar A,Büyükpınarbaşılı N,Erelel M

更新日期：2016-04-11 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cigarette smoke (CS) is associated with oxidative stress in several organs because it contains high concentrations of free radicals and reactive oxygen species. Experimental models, using different strains, provide important insights into the genetic basis of diseases. This study sought to identify, in diffe...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Rueff-Barroso CR,Trajano ET,Alves JN,Paiva RO,Lanzetti M,Pires KM,Bezerra FS,Pinho RA,Valenca SS,Porto LC

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND This retrospective study at a single center aimed to evaluate the role of the red blood cell distribution width (RDW)-to-platelet ratio and other laboratory indices associated with the severity of histological hepatic fibrosis on liver biopsy in patients with autoimmune hepatitis (AIH). MATERIAL AND METHODS...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Li X,Xu H,Gao P

更新日期：2020-11-12 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To observe the effect of QiShenYiQi pill (QSYQ) on experimental autoimmune myocarditis rats, and to explore its mechanism of action. MATERIAL/METHODS:Lewis rats underwent the injection of myocardial myosin mixed with Freund's complete adjuvant were randomized into 3 groups: model, valsartan, and QSYQ groups...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Lv S,Wu M,Li M,Wang Q,Xu L,Wang X,Zhang J

更新日期：2016-03-06 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study is to define risk factors for severe complications following anatomical liver resections. The study material consists of the first 50 patients (26 women, 24 men, at mean age 50.6 years) treated at 3rd Department of Surgery 2nd Faculty of Medicine, Medical University in Warsaw. The indications for...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Szubert A,Sarzyński J,Biejat Z,Uryzek M,Grous A,Kowalik I,Polański JA

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is characterized by repetitive collapse of the upper airway during sleep. Red blood cell distribution width (RDW) increases platelet activation and has been reported as an independent predictor of adverse outcomes in the general population and is believed to be associa...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Gunbatar H,Sertogullarindan B,Ekin S,Akdag S,Arisoy A,Sayhan H

更新日期：2014-11-07 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND This study analyzed the macular 3D-OCT images of Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease (VKH) in uveitis, explored the characteristics of 3D-OCT images of the macular region of VKH, and assessed which characteristics contribute most to VKH diagnosis. MATERIAL AND METHODS The 3D-OCT examination of 25 cases of VKH was ...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Zhao GL,Li RZ,Pang YH,Wang XQ,Peng HJ,Wei JF,Zhou Z

更新日期：2018-02-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Writing and reading 'Discussion' sections in medical articles require a procedure as exact and structured as that involved in raising questions, choosing materials and methods and producing results for a health research study. The medical article as a whole can be considered an exercise in modern argumentation and its...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Jenicek M

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is increasing evidence that complications related to diabetes are associated with increased oxidative stress. Curcumin, an active principle of turmeric, has several biological properties, including antioxidant activity. The protective effect of curcumin and turmeric on streptozotocin (STZ)-induced oxid...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Suryanarayana P,Satyanarayana A,Balakrishna N,Kumar PU,Reddy GB

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Changing a central venous catheter occlusive dressing on a twice-weekly basis is usually recommended in hemato-oncological patients. A longer interval is believed to give rise to infections. However, frequent dressing changes might cause local cutaneous damage. MATERIAL/METHODS:Local cutaneous damage and in...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Vokurka S,Bystricka E,Visokaiova M,Scudlova J

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Tumor growth in multiple myeloma (MM) is regulated by the cytokine networks which are produced by myeloma cells and the microenvironment of the bone marrow. Interleukin-17 (IL-17) is implicated in the increased angiogenesis in the bone marrow of MM. Recent studies reported elevated levels of interleukin 17A ...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Lemancewicz D,Bolkun L,Jablonska E,Czeczuga-Semeniuk E,Kostur A,Kloczko J,Dzieciol J

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND Colorectal cancer (CRC) has become a heavy health burden around the world, accounting for about 10% of newly diagnosed cancer cases. In the present study, we aimed to establish the miRNA-based prediction signature to assess the prognosis of CRC patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS A total of 451 CRC patients' exp...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Qian J,Zeng L,Jiang X,Zhang Z,Luo X

更新日期：2019-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The purpose of our study was to investigate both qualitatively and quantitatively the microbial content of probiotic products licensed for medicinal purposes. MATERIAL/METHODS:Microbiological analysis was performed on five different brands of probiotic products that claimed to contain lactobacilli and/or bi...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Szajewska H,Fordymacka A,Bardowski J,Górecki RK,Mrukowicz JZ,Banaszkiewicz A

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:BACKGROUND Klatskin tumor (KCC) is a rare type of tumor, with an annual incidence rate of no more than 1: 100 000. Because of its rarity, KCC is difficult to investigate. The present study provides new insights into KCC by a using public database. MATERIAL AND METHODS We used the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Re...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Zhang X,Liu H

更新日期：2019-06-17 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The causal relation of high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) to ischemic cerebrovascular disease remains unclear, though an inflammatory effect has been suggested in many studies. The aim of our study was to evaluate serum hsCRP levels in ischemic stroke patients and in a control group, and to correlat...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Koçer A,Canbulat C,Gözke E,Ilhan A

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Systemic diseases of connective tissue, including chronic juvenile arthritis are associated with a number of metabolic disorders such as e.g. lipid disturbances. The purpose of the present work was to analyse the composition of fatty acids in erythrocyte phospholipids of children with juvenile chronic arthritis and to...

journal_title：Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research

authors： Górska A,Nawrocki A,Urban M,Florys B

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00