Current Status and Prospects of Spontaneous Peritonitis in Patients with Cirrhosis.

abstract：:Abdominal pregnancy is a very rare form of ectopic pregnancy, associated with high morbidity and mortality for both fetus and mother. It is, and often, seen in poor resource nations, where early diagnosis is often a major challenge due to poor prenatal care and lack of medical resources. An advanced abdominal pregnanc...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Dabiri T,Marroquin GA,Bendek B,Agamasu E,Mikhail M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to describe the first metabolic profile of human sperm cells through the application of an untargeted platform based on gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Sperm cell samples from patients diagnosed with idiopathic asthenozoospermia (n = 30) and healthy subjects (n = 30) were an...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Zhao K,Zhang J,Xu Z,Xu Y,Xu A,Chen W,Miao C,Liu S,Wang Z,Jia R

更新日期：2018-02-28 00:00:00

abstract：:The success rate of oral implants is lower in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients than in nondiabetic subjects; functional impairment of bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) is an important underlying cause. Many factors in the blood can act on BMSCs to regulate their biological functions and influe...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Liang C,Sun R,Xu Y,Geng W,Li J

更新日期：2020-06-07 00:00:00

abstract：:This study presented the analysis of free-breathing lung tumor motion characteristics using GE 4DCT and Varian RPM systems. Tumor respiratory movement was found to be associated with GTV size, the superior-inferior tumor location in the lung, and the attachment degree to rigid structure (e.g., chest wall, vertebrae, o...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Wang Y,Bao Y,Zhang L,Fan W,He H,Sun ZW,Hu X,Huang SM,Chen M,Deng XW

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this study was to investigate the anticancer and antioxidant activities as well as the safety of the brown algae Dictyota dichotoma of the Western seacoast of Yemen. Cytotoxicity of methanol extract of D. dichotoma and several of its fractions, petroleum ether, chloroform, ethyl acetate, n-butanol, and aque...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： El-Shaibany A,Al-Habori M,Al-Maqtari T,Al-Mahbashi H

更新日期：2020-02-17 00:00:00

abstract：:We measured 28 parameters of 202 femurs from Koreans by an automated geometric computation program using 3D models generated from computed tomography images. The measurement parameters were selected with reference to physical and forensic anthropology studies as well as orthopedic implant design studies. All measureme...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Cho HJ,Kwak DS,Kim IB

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study aimed to compare within-subject blood pressure (BP) variabilities from different measurement techniques. Cuff pressures from three repeated BP measurements were obtained from 30 normotensive and 30 hypertensive subjects. Automatic BPs were determined from the pulses with normalised peak amplitude larger tha...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Yang F,Chen F,Zhu M,Chen A,Zheng D

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction. Given its efficacy and safety, NexoBrid™ (NXB) has become part of our therapeutic options in burns treatment with satisfactory results. However, no cost analysis comparing NXB to the standard of care (SOC) has been carried out as of today. Aim. To assess the cost of treatment with NXB and compare it to t...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Giudice G,Filoni A,Maggio G,Bonamonte D,Vestita M

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We assessed the changes in the plasma Aβ, oxidative stress/antioxidants, and membrane bound enzymes in the cerebral cortex and hippocampus of Alzheimer's disease (AD) transgenic mice (Tg2576) after dietary supplementation of Omani figs fruits for 15 months along with spatial memory and learning test. AD Tg mice on con...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Subash S,Essa MM,Al-Asmi A,Al-Adawi S,Vaishnav R

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The future development of shrimp farming needs to improve its ecoefficiency. The purpose of this study was to evaluate water quality, flows, and nitrogen balance and production parameters on a farm with interconnected pond design to improve the efficiency of the semi-intensive culture of Litopenaeus vannamei ponds. Th...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Barraza-Guardado RH,Arreola-Lizárraga JA,Miranda-Baeza A,Juárez-García M,Juvera-Hoyos A,Casillas-Hernández R

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective and quantitative analysis of longitudinal single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) images are significant for the treatment monitoring of brain disorders. Therefore, a computer aided analysis (CAA) method is introduced to extract a change-rate map (CRM) as a parametric image for quantifying the...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Zheng X,Wei W,Huang Q,Song S,Wan J,Huang G

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Secretory leukoprotease inhibitor (SLPI) is an anti-inflammatory protein present in respiratory secretions. Whilst epithelial cell SLPI is extensively studied, neutrophil associated SLPI is poorly characterised. Neutrophil function including chemotaxis and degranulation of proteolytic enzymes involves changes in cytos...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Reeves EP,Banville N,Ryan DM,O'Reilly N,Bergin DA,Pohl K,Molloy K,McElvaney OJ,Alsaleh K,Aljorfi A,Kandalaft O,O'Flynn E,Geraghty P,O'Neill SJ,McElvaney NG

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Introduction:The aim of this research was to test, in an animal model, the nerve regeneration technique with a hypoallergenic acellular dermal matrix used to wrap the microsurgical neural suture. Materials and Methods:Two groups of rats received the cut of limb right median nerves. The regeneration technique considers...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Colonna MR,Fazio A,Costa AL,Galletti F,Lo Giudice R,Galletti B,Galletti C,Lo Giudice G,Dell'Aversana Orabona G,Papalia I,Ronchi G,Geuna S

更新日期：2019-06-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Libidibia ferrea (LF) is a medicinal plant that holds many pharmacological properties. We evaluated the antinociceptive effect in the LF aqueous seed extract and Lipidic Portion of Libidibia ferrea (LPLF), partially elucidating their mechanisms. Histochemical tests and Gas chromatography of the LPLF were performed to ...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Sawada LA,Monteiro VS,Rabelo GR,Dias GB,Da Cunha M,do Nascimento JL,Bastos Gde N

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gastric cancer (GC) is one of the most common and fatal malignancies worldwide. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play a critical role in tumor initiation, proliferation, and metastasis of gastric cancer. miR193b has been identified as a tumor suppressor in a variety of tumor types; however, its role in gastric cancer is yet to be d...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Tian R,Jiang H,Shao L,Yu Y,Guo Q,Cao B,Guo S

更新日期：2020-05-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Renal dysfunction is one of the most common complications of liver cirrhosis and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, no available technology can simultaneously support liver and renal function in these patients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of an artificial l...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Feng L,He G,Cai L,Fu C,Li Y,Weng J,Huo X,Peng Q,Gao Y

更新日期：2018-05-24 00:00:00

abstract：:[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1155/2015/587135.]. ...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Macià A,Herreros J,Martí RM,Cantí C

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nutrient overload leads to impaired muscle oxidative capacity and insulin sensitivity. However, comparative analyses of the effects of dietary manipulation on skeletal muscles with different fiber composition are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the selective adaptations in the soleus and tibialis anterior mus...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Collino M,Mastrocola R,Nigro D,Chiazza F,Aragno M,D'Antona G,Minetto MA

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We examined the diagnostic value of subjective memory complaints (SMCs) assessed with a single item in a large cross-sectional cohort consisting of families with autosomal dominant Alzheimer's disease (ADAD) participating in the Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network (DIAN). METHODS:The baseline sample of 18...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Laske C,Sohrabi HR,Jasielec MS,Müller S,Koehler NK,Gräber S,Förster S,Drzezga A,Mueller-Sarnowski F,Danek A,Jucker M,Bateman RJ,Buckles V,Saykin AJ,Martins RN,Morris JC,Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network Dian

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study was designed to explore the effect of basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) on radiation-induced endothelial dysfunction and histological changes in the urinary bladder. bFGF was administrated to human umbilical vein cells (HUVEC) or urinary bladder immediately after radiation. Reduced expression of thrombo...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Zhang S,Qiu X,Zhang Y,Fu K,Zhao X,Wu J,Hu Y,Zhu W,Guo H

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and oral parafunctions, as well as their correlation with psychoemotional factors in Polish university students. The research was conducted in a group of 456 students (N = 456). The examination form comprised of two parts: survey an...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Wieckiewicz M,Grychowska N,Wojciechowski K,Pelc A,Augustyniak M,Sleboda A,Zietek M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Adenosine, derived from the degradation of ATP via ectonucleotidases CD39 and CD73, is a critical immunosuppressive metabolite in the hypoxic microenvironment of tumor tissue. Adenosine signaling via A2aR can inhibit the antitumor immune response of CD8+ T cells. CD39 and CD73 high-expressing Tregs play a cr...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Shi L,Feng M,Du S,Wei X,Song H,Yixin X,Song J,Wenxian G

更新日期：2019-12-14 00:00:00

abstract：:The variability in Helicobacter pylori vacA and cagA genes has been related to the progression of the gastrointestinal disease; also the presence of H. pylori in the oral cavity has been associated with periodontal disease in adults, but, in children without dyspeptic symptoms, little is known about this. We evaluated...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Mendoza-Cantú A,Urrutia-Baca VH,Urbina-Ríos CS,De la Garza-Ramos MA,García-Martínez ME,Torre-Martínez HHH

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on low carbon wastewater as the research object and using corncob as an external solid carbon source, the performance of corncob organic matter was assessed for its release potential, quantity of release, and safety of use. The effects of varying quantities of the solid carbon source on simultaneous nitrificatio...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Zhang LQ,He PF,Wu D,Li SG,Huang YL,Huang YW,Wang DM

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study mainly aimed to explore the association between brain-derived neurotropic factor (BDNF) Val66Met polymorphism and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among flood survivors in China. METHODS:Individuals who experienced the 1998 Dongting Lake flood in Southeast Huarong, China, were enrolled in this...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Dai W,Kaminga AC,Wu X,Wen SW,Tan H,Yan J,Deng J,Lai Z,Liu A

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, new prognostic indexes (PIs) for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), which include clinical, biological, and genetic variables, have been validated, highlighting the MD Anderson Cancer Center prognostic index (MDACC PI), the CLL-international prognostic index (CLL-IPI), and the Barcelona-Brno biomarke...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Muñoz-Novas C,Poza-Santaella M,González-Gascón Y Marín I,Hernández-Sánchez M,Rodríguez-Vicente AE,Infante MS,Heras C,Foncillas MÁ,Marín K,Hernández-Rivas JM,Hernández JÁ

更新日期：2018-03-15 00:00:00

abstract：:J-proteins are molecular chaperones and present in a wide variety of organisms from prokaryote to eukaryote. Based on their domain organizations, J-proteins can be classified into 4 types, that is, Type I, Type II, Type III, and Type IV. Different types of J-proteins play distinct roles in influencing cancer propertie...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Feng P,Lin H,Chen W,Zuo Y

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction and Objectives. Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) has been suggested to be a simple marker of the systemic inflammatory response in critical care patients. We previously assessed the utility of NLR as a biomarker to predict tumor recurrence and cancer death in bladder cancer patients who underwent radi...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Ohtake S,Kawahara T,Kasahara R,Ito H,Osaka K,Hattori Y,Teranishi JI,Makiyama K,Mizuno N,Umemoto S,Miyoshi Y,Nakaigawa N,Miyamoto H,Yao M,Uemura H

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cells of the immune system are highly sensitive to altered gravity, and the monocyte as well as the macrophage function is proven to be impaired under microgravity conditions. In our study, we investigated the surface expression of ICAM-1 protein and expression of ICAM-1 mRNA in cells of the monocyte/macrophage system...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Paulsen K,Tauber S,Dumrese C,Bradacs G,Simmet DM,Gölz N,Hauschild S,Raig C,Engeli S,Gutewort A,Hürlimann E,Biskup J,Unverdorben F,Rieder G,Hofmänner D,Mutschler L,Krammer S,Buttron I,Philpot C,Huge A,Lier H,Barz

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Intestinal parasites of dogs and cats are cosmopolitan pathogens with zoonotic potential for humans. Our investigation considered their diffusion in dogs and cats from northern Italy areas, specifically the metropolitan area of Milan and two micropolitan areas of neighboring provinces. It included the study of the lev...

journal_title：BioMed research international

authors： Zanzani SA,Gazzonis AL,Scarpa P,Berrilli F,Manfredi MT

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00