Brucella endocarditis: diagnostic challenges.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Salmonella enterica subspecies enterica serovar Choleraesuis is a host-adapted, facultative, intracellular pathogen that causes swine paratyphoid. Its antimicrobial resistance presents a challenge to feed manufacturing industries. However, stopping antibiotics in animal feed would have economic implication...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Onyango DM,Ndeda VM,Wandili SA,Wawire SA,Ochieng P

更新日期：2014-11-13 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：INTRODUCTION:There is an urgent need for affordable point-of-care diagnostics for the differentiation of febrile illnesses and the confirmation of typhoid in endemic countries. METHODOLOGY:Blood samples were collected from febrile patients with clinical suspicion of typhoid and screened for typhoid fever using the Wid...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Smith SI,Bamidele M,Fowora M,Goodluck HT,Omonigbehin EA,Akinsinde KA,Fesobi T,Pastoor R,Abdoel TH,Smits HL

更新日期：2011-07-27 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) causes illness to people and can be picked up from both healthcare facilities and the environment leading to high morbidity and mortality. The study was aimed at identifying phenotypic characteristics of Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus and dete...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Iliya S,Mwangi J,Maathai R,Muriuki M

更新日期：2020-06-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The spread of carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB) is difficult to control especially in the hospitals due to the successful mobilization and evolution of the genetic elements harboring the resistant determinants. The study was conducted to examine the distribution of aminoglycosides, tetrac...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Khurshid M,Rasool MH,Siddique MH,Azeem F,Naeem M,Sohail M,Sarfraz M,Saqalein M,Taj Z,Nisar MA,Qamar MU,Shahzad A

更新日期：2019-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：:Orthotopic liver transplantation is a life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage liver failure. However, Acinetobacter baumannii infections and acute rejection are important causes of morbidity and mortality following transplants. Here we present a case report of a cadaveric donor liver transplantation with inf...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Aykota MR,Sari T,Yilmaz S

更新日期：2020-04-30 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：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:Tuberculosis (TB) continues to be a public health problem globally. The burden is further exacerbated in developing countries like Nigeria, by poor diagnosis, management and treatment, as well as rapid emergence of drug-resistant TB. This study was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of drug-resistant TB,...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Ugwu KO,Onah IS,Mbah GC,Ezeonu IM

更新日期：2020-09-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Previous sentinel surveys of HIV in Nigeria studied pregnant women attending antenatal care, thereby omitting other important high-risk groups. We therefore investigated the prevalence of HIV/AIDS in low- and high-risk populations in the state of Plateau, Nigeria. METHODOLOGY:Blood samples were collected ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Gomwalk NE,Nimzing L,Mawak JD,Ladep NG,Dapiap SB,Damshak D,Kim E,Barau C,Jinung JK,Rumtong BM,Agabi YA

更新日期：2012-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Ice can be contaminated by pathogenic bacteria. This study aimed to identify critical points in iced beverage production and distribution lines to examine the presence of pathogenic bacteria in a beverage and its processing environment, as well as when water and ice used as main ingredients. METHODOLOGY:T...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Nababan H,Rahayu WP,Waturangi DE,Suratmono S,Puspitasari R,Indrotristanto N,Nikastri E,Yuliangsih S,Pusparini N

更新日期：2017-06-30 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:Intestinal and extraintestinal infections by Aeromonas spp., remain controversial, due to the existence of healthy carriers of Aeromonas spp. In children under five years old, the diarrhea of infectious origin constitutes the second cause of mortality and remains a major concern for public health. The aim ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Bello-López JM,Sanchez-Garibay C,Ibáñez-Cervantes G,León-García G,Gonzalez-Avila LU,Hernández-Cortez C,Arzate Barbosa P,Castro-Escarpulli G

更新日期：2020-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Dogs may act as potential sources of zoonotic parasites, e.g. intestinal helminths like Toxocara spp., Ancylostoma spp., Echinococcus spp. In particular circumstances, the environment contaminated by parasitic elements represents a source of infection for people and animals. The present study has evaluated...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： La Torre F,Di Cesare A,Simonato G,Cassini R,Traversa D,Frangipane di Regalbono A

更新日期：2018-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Norovirus is not usually investigated in diarrheal patients in Bangladesh which may account for the many cases where no pathogens are identified. METHODOLOGY:Stool specimens collected from diarrheal patients from three hospitals in Bangladesh during 2011 were investigated for norovirus RNA using real-time...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Nahar S,Afrad MH,Begum N,Al-Mamun F,Sarker AK,Das SK,Faruque AS,Pourkarim MR,Choudhuri MS,Azim T,Rahman M

更新日期：2013-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：:Chikungunya virus is an emerging arboviral disease that has been spreading rapidly across south Asia in recent years. Until recently, no chikungunya cases have been reported in Nepal. For the first time, we report three cases of chikungunya virus infection in Nepal. ...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Pun SB,Bastola A,Shah R

更新日期：2014-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Coronary heart disease and its risk factors depend on genetic characteristics, behaviors, and habits, all of which vary in different regions. The use of antiretroviral therapy (ARV) has increased the survival of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA), who begin to present mortality indicators similar to the g...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Ximenes RA,Lacerda HR,Miranda-Filho DB,Albuquerque Mde F,Montarroyos UR,Turchi MD,Nery MW,Martelli CM,Alencastro PR,Ikeda ML,Wolff FH,Brandao AB,Barcellos NT,Fuchs SC

更新日期：2015-09-27 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A one of the step towards achieving TB related targets is to ensure early and quality diagnosis of TB in national laboratories. WHO recommends that all national reference laboratories in TB burden countries strive to reach accreditation by 2025, based on ISO15189:2012 quality management system standard. To...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Cholakyans V,Kabasakalyan E,Denisiuk O,Akopyan K,Davtyan K,Akhalaia M,Mirzoyan A,Hayrapetyan A,Zachariah R

更新日期：2019-05-16 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Rotavirus (RV) is the leading cause of severe diarrhea-associated morbidity and mortality among children worldwide. Limited data exist on the epidemiology and burden of rotavirus gastroenteritis in Armenia. The purpose of this study is to estimate the economic losses and describe the epidemiological charac...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Hovhannisyan A,Mkhoyan A,Gyulazyan N,Asoyan V,Navoyan T,Gevorgyan Z,Simonyan M

更新日期：2019-04-30 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The sputum smear or the culture are the definitive diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis. Only a fraction of clinical patients are culture-confirmed. METHODOLOGY:A total of 24 clinical cases (40 ± 14 years old) with positive smear and negative co-morbidity were studied. Cases were selected from 600 patients...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Cázares-Sosa FR,Hernández-Solís A,Andrés-Dionicio AE,González-González H,Ibáñez-Hernández M,Cicero-Sabido R,Huerta H,Tapia-Romero R,De-la-Rosa-Arana JL

更新日期：2019-01-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Helicobacter pylori is a principal cause of gastric cancer. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and contribution of duodenal ulcer promoting gene A (dupA), the plasticity region genes and sigma factors in relation to their pathological expression of H. pylori infections in the Nigerian po...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Jolaiya TF,Fowora MA,Onyekwere C,Ugiagbe R,Agbo II,Lesi O,Ndububa DA,Adekanle O,Njom HA,Idowu A,Adeleye IA,Bamidele M,Ngoka FN,Palamides PF,Smith SI

更新日期：2020-02-29 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Assays based on DNA amplification can provide information that contributes to the initial management of patients with leptospirosis. However, these have not been adopted in Uruguay. Our aim was to evaluate the performance of the lipL32 real-time PCR (qPCR) for diagnosis of leptospirosis. METHODOLOGY:We an...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： González S,Geymonat JP,Hernández E,Marqués JM,Schelotto F,Varela G

更新日期：2013-12-15 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The current cohort study was conducted to determine the frequency and compare the mortality rate with associated characteristics among low birth weight and normal birth weight infants during the neonatal period at a tertiary healthcare facility, Karachi. METHODOLOGY:Close-ended structured questionnaires w...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Mustufa MA,Korejo R,Shahid A,Nasim S

更新日期：2014-09-13 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Staphylococcus aureus is considered one of the most important human pathogens, and its levels of resistance to methicillin have increased even in strains isolated from people without nosocomial risk factors. Molecular analysis is essential for understanding the patterns of dissemination. The objective of t...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Rodriguez F,Salinas C,Fernandez S,Haim S,Mollerach M,Basualdo W,Castro H,Quiñónez B,Arguello R,Rodriguez M,Grau L,Espínola C,Velázquez G,Samudio G,Gomez G,Campuzano A,Ortellado J,Almada P,Guillén R

更新日期：2020-03-31 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cholera still remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries, although comprehensive surveillance data to inform policy and strategies are scarce. METHODOLOGY:A desk review of the national cholera database and zonal and districts reports was conducted. Interviews were condu...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Msyamboza KP,Kagoli M,M'bang'ombe M,Chipeta S,Masuku HD

更新日期：2014-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Acute respiratory infections (ARIs) are major causes of morbidity in early childhood. They are mainly caused by viruses, including influenza (INF) and respiratory syncytial viruses (RSV). We aimed to investigate the role of RSV and INF in children hospitalized for ARIs and to show the impact of RSV/INF rap...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Ghazaryan H,Babloyan A,Sarkissian A,Davtyan K,Berger C

更新日期：2019-05-16 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Antimicrobial substances (AMS) produced by bacteria may reduce or prevent the growth of pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms in food. In this study, 16 isolates of Acinetobacter baumannii/calcoaceticus (ABC) complex, previously obtained from reconstituted infant milk formula (IMF) samples and the prepara...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Conceição CSD,Souza BV,Vieira JMBD,Nascimento JDS

更新日期：2018-05-31 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Melioidosis is an important public health problem causing community acquired sepsis in the northeastern part of Malaysia. METHODOLOGY:From January 2001 to December 2005, we reviewed case reports of all bacteraemic melioidosis admitted to a tertiary teaching hospital, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia. RES...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Deris ZZ,Hasan H,Siti Suraiya MN

更新日期：2010-08-04 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Infection from Hepatitis B primarily results from peri-partum vertical transmission and the risk increases in the presence of hepatitis B e antigen. We aimed to evaluate a new screening program for hepatitis B in pregnant women as a component of antenatal services in a marginalized population. METHODOLOGY...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Banks T,Kang J,Watts I,Tyrosvoutis ME,Min AM,Tun NW,Keereecharoen L,Simmawong W,Wanyatip S,Hanboonkunupakarn B,Nosten F,McGready R

更新日期：2016-04-28 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:There is a paucity of information on the frequency of Chlamydia trachomatis-induced reactive arthritis (ReA) and undifferentiated spondyloarthropathy (uSpA) in India. In this study, arthritic patients suffering from ReA, uSpA, and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) were screened to investigate the presence of C. tr...

journal_title：Journal of infection in developing countries

authors： Kumar P,Bhakuni DS,Rastogi S

更新日期：2014-05-14 00:00:00