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Coagulation is a critical pathogenic process in Staphylococcus aureus. Although the agglutination of S. aureus has been studied for a long time, the genes involved in this process are not completely clear. We performed tube agglutination and dynamic turbidimetry tests to identify novel genes involved in reduced plasma coagulation. A total of 15 genes were identified, including coa, clfA, vwbp, saeS, agrA, trpC, spdC, mroQ, cydA, qoxC, sucC, pyrP, menH, threonine aldolase, and truncated transposase for IS1272. The functions of these genes include bicomponent regulation, membrane transport, energy metabolism and biosynthesis, respectively. cydA, spdC, and mroQ genes were further studied by gene knockout and complementation. Results of gene knockout and complementation and real-time-qPCR proved that cydA, spdC, and mroQ genes are necessary for plasma coagulation. Furthermore, the survival ability of 7 day mice decreased significantly when cydA, spdC, and mroQ genes had been knocked out.
Behçet's disease (BD) is associated with the immune system, especially neutrophilic activity. The CXCR1, CXCR2 and CXCL5 mediate the activation and migration of the neutrophils.

The aim of our study was to investigate the CXCR1, CXCR2 and CXCL5 gene polymorphisms in association with BD.

We studied four CXCR1 polymorphic sites, rs16858811, rs9282752, rs16858809 and rs16858808, three CXCR2 polymorphic sites, rs2230054, rs1126579 and rs1126580, and CXCL5 rs352046 polymorphic site in 87 BD patients and 111 healthy controls (HCs). We used PCR-RFLP based approach for genotyping.

The CXCR2 rs2230054 TT genotype and the CXCL5 rs352046 could be one of the possible genetic factors responsible for BD. The results show that there is no association between the development of BD and the CXCR1 polymorphisms and other CXCR2 SNPs. Together with these results, our haplotype analysis results indicate that the haplotypes of the CXCR2 and CXCR1-CXCR2 polymorphic loci are different in the BD and HCs.

Our study suggests that the polymorphisms of CXCR1, CXCR2 and CXCL5 may affect the susceptibility to BD and increase the risk of developing disease. It is necessary to study these loci in a larger scale and from different geographical areas around the world populations to be able to understand the real possible genetic background for the development in BD pathogenesis.
Our study suggests that the polymorphisms of CXCR1, CXCR2 and CXCL5 may affect the susceptibility to BD and increase the risk of developing disease. It is necessary to study these loci in a larger scale and from different geographical areas around the world populations to be able to understand the real possible genetic background for the development in BD pathogenesis.The unexpected pandemic with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has challenged the healthcare sector as regards preventing and controlling the virus from spreading between patients and hospital personnel. The massive spread of the pandemic has led state authorities to introduce restrictions on society and public behavior unprecedented in modern times. First, we describe the Danish effort regarding standard precautions, personal protective equipment, and disinfection in the healthcare setting with Denmark as an example. As regards, the number of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-related hospital submissions, deaths, and infected healthcare workers in Denmark is not the hardest hit country compared with others. This cannot be explained by the hardness of the restrictions alone. Several aspects concerning the person-to-person spread of SARS-CoV-2 are not fully understood and require more experimental studies. The dogma is that virus transmission happens through either respiratory droplets or contact routes. However, it is likely not the whole truth, as we describe scenarios where droplets and/or direct contact cannot alone explain how all patients were infected. Aspects of the physiology of airborne transmission are considered, as several parameters are in play beyond particle size and respiratory rate. These are ozone concentration, ambient temperature, and humidity. In a hospital environment, these factors are not necessarily all controllable, making infection prevention and control a challenge.The use of reporting terminologies for thyroid FNA cytology enables standardisation and international alignment of the reporting of thyroid cytology results, which is essential. There are currently three major internationally recognised systems Bethesda (TBS), UK RCPath (Thy), and Italian (TIR). A fourth terminology system used in Japan has identical categories to TBS but with different nomenclature. The aim of this review is to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the TBS, UK RCPath, and TIR systems, and to make the case for international terminology harmonisation and standardisation.Photodynamic and photothermal cell killing at the surface of tissues finds applications in medicine. However, a lack of control over heat dissipation following a treatment with light might damage surrounding tissues. A new strategy to kill cells at the surface of tissues is reported. Polymeric films are designed in which iron oxide nanoparticles are embedded as photosensitizers. Irradiation of the films with pulsed laser light generates water vapor bubbles at the surface of the films. It is found that "bubble-films" can kill cells in close proximity to the films due to mechanical forces which arise when the bubbles collapse. Local irradiation of bubble-films allows for spatial selective single cell killing. As nanosurgery becomes attractive in ophthalmology to remove superficial tumors, bubble-films are applied on the cornea and it is found that irradiation of the bubble-films allows spatial and selective killing of corneal cells. As i) the photosensitizer is embedded in the films, which reduces its uptake by cells and spreading into tissues and ii) the bubble-films can be removed from the tissue after laser treatment, while iii) a low laser fluence is sufficient to generate vapor bubbles, it is foreseen that bubble-films might become promising for safe resection of superficial tumors.A malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor (MPNST) arising from a schwannoma is extremely rare, with limited literature on its clinicopathologic features. Here, we present a case series and literature review on patients with MPNSTs arising from schwannomas. We performed a retrospective review of patients from our institution's records to identify those with MPNSTs arising from schwannomas. We conducted a search for additional cases from the literature utilizing PubMed. 20 patients (including 2 at our institution and 18 from 16 prior publications) were identified. see more The patients aged 22-93 (mean 52) years, and 63% were females. Histologically, while most MPNSTs arising from schwannomas were of epithelioid-type, 7 tumors (including 2 at our institution) were of conventional spindle-cell type. All 20 patients underwent surgical excision, while a subset received additional radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy. In 17 patients with available follow-up, the overall survival was 2-72 (median 12) months. MPNSTs rarely arise from schwannomas and should be considered in patients with a clinical diagnosis of schwannoma, however, with atypical radiologic or clinical features. MPNSTs arising from schwannomas can show epithelioid or spindle-cell histology and harbor an aggressive course, even with surgical excision and adjuvant treatment.
Correct diagnosis and characterisation of deep digital flexor tendon (DDFT) lesions in equine athletes allows targeted treatment and improved prognostication.

To assess the prevalence and character of pathological change within the DDFT in the pastern with concurrent tendon injury distally. It is hypothesised that tendon lesions in the pastern will be associated with tendinopathy within the hoof capsule.

Retrospective descriptive case series.

Cases with DDFT lesions in the pastern and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or ultrasonography of the foot were evaluated retrospectively. Lesion location and type were recorded. Odds ratios were calculated to determine the associations between more distal tendinopathy and the presence of different DDFT lesion types in the pastern.

Thirty-four MRI scans of 33 horses and 64 ultrasonographic exams of 58 horses were analysed. Lesion location and type were recorded. Distal DDFT lesions were found in 75% (95% CI 66.0-84.0) of total cases of pastern DDF tendinopathy and in 97% (95% CI 91.6-100.0) of cases with core lesions of the DDFT in the pastern. A core lesion in the pastern was significantly more likely (OR=20.7, 95% CI 2.2-191.0; P=.008) to be associated with injury in the foot than other types of pastern lesion.

MRIs of the foot were not obtained on all included limbs which did not allow for fully inclusive evaluation of DDFT lesions distal to the navicular bone.

DDFT pathological change in the pastern, particularly core lesions, is associated with additional tendinopathy within the hoof capsule. When a DDFT lesion is found in the pastern, further imaging of the tendon within the foot is indicated to direct appropriate treatment and improve prognostication.
DDFT pathological change in the pastern, particularly core lesions, is associated with additional tendinopathy within the hoof capsule. When a DDFT lesion is found in the pastern, further imaging of the tendon within the foot is indicated to direct appropriate treatment and improve prognostication.With the capability of inducing intense electromagnetic field, energetic charge carriers, and photothermal effect, plasmonic metals provide a unique opportunity for efficient light utilization and chemical transformation. Earth-abundant low-cost Cu possesses intense and tunable localized surface plasmon resonance from ultraviolet-visible to near infrared region. Moreover, Cu essentially exhibits remarkable catalytic performance toward various reactions owing to its intriguing physical and chemical properties. Coupling with light-harvesting ability and catalytic function, plasmonic Cu serves as a promising platform for efficient light-driven chemical reaction. Herein, recent advancements of Cu-based plasmonic photocatalysis are systematically summarized, including designing and synthetic strategies for Cu-based catalysts, plasmonic catalytic performance, and mechanistic understanding over Cu-based plasmonic catalysts. What's more, approaches for the enhancement of light utilization efficiency and construction of active centers on Cu-based plasmonic catalysts are highlighted and discussed in detail, such as morphology and size control, regulation of electronic structure, defect and strain engineering, etc. Remaining challenges and future perspectives for further development of Cu-based plasmonic catalysis are also proposed.
Information about healthy children's urinary tract symptoms is scarce but would be helpful in children with congenital urinary tract conditions. The aim of this study was to develop and evaluate a Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction (LUTD) questionnaire.

A 15-item questionnaire based on definitions by the International Children's Continence Society (ICCS) about urinary tract function, was given to children 4-15years old with no gastrointestinal or urinary tract conditions. The study was approved ethically.

The response rate was 82% (311/377), 50% (n=155) were girls. Children were of the age groups 3.5-7years (n=136), 8-12years (n=127), and 13-15years (n=48). More girls than boys reported urinary tract infections (20% vs 3%, p<0.001), while prevalences of incontinence and enuresis were equivalent in both sexes. In the youngest age group, enuresis was the most frequently reported symptom (11%), then daytime incontinence (10%). The older children more frequently reported previous urinary tract infections (12% and 17% in respective groups) and daytime incontinence (9% and 6%, respectively).
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