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Core-shell nanoparticles have grown in popularity in the past few years due to their versatile features and multiple biomedical applications as drug delivery systems. In order to improve bioavailability and reduce adverse effects, the biomimetic concept has been integrated into core-shell architectural designs. In this regard, the 'camouflage' shell comprised of various cellular membranes renders these nanoparticles a multifunctional platform that combines the merits of native cellular membranes with the advantages of biomaterials. Since leukocytes have a specific tropism for inflammatory or tumour sites and can infiltrate into these lesions, the marriage of leukocyte cell membrane shell with functional nanoparticle core is expected to achieve long time circulation, targeted delivery and improved ability of overcoming certain physiological barriers. In this review, we focus mainly on the recent development of nanoparticles cloaked with the leukocyte membrane and their applications in different biomedical fields of interest, including cancer therapy, inflammatory regulation and immune modulation. Additionally, current challenges and future prospects of leukocyte membrane coated core-shell nanoparticles are also briefly discussed.Context Both nobiletin (NBL) and glycyrrhizin (GL) have anti-inflammatory and antitumor properties. These agents may be co-administered in the clinic. However, the drug-drug interaction between them is not clear.Objective The drug-drug interaction between GL and NBL was investigated, to clarify the effect of GL on the pharmacokinetics of NBL, and its main mechanism.Materials and methods The pharmacokinetic profiles of oral administration of NBL (50 mg/kg) in Sprague-Dawley rats of two groups with six each, with or without pre-treatment of GL (100 mg/kg/day for 7 days), were investigated. The effects of GL on the metabolic stability and transport of NBL were also investigated through the rat liver microsome and Caco-2 cell transwell models.Results The results showed that GL significantly decreased the peak plasma concentration (from 1.74 ± 0.15 to 1.12 ± 0.10 μg/mL) and the t1/2 (7.44 ± 0.65 vs. 5.92 ± 0.68) of NBL, and the intrinsic clearance rate of NBL was increased by the pre-treatment with GL (39.49 ± 2.5 vs. 48.29 ± 3.4 μL/min/mg protein). The Caco-2 cell transwell experiments indicated that GL could increase the efflux ratio of NBL from 1.61 to 2.41.Discussion and conclusion These results indicated that GL could change the pharmacokinetic profile of NBL, via increasing the metabolism and efflux of NBL in rats. It also suggested that the dose of NBL should be adjusted when co-administrated with GL in the clinic.OBJECTIVE. Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a global pandemic. Studies in the radiology literature have suggested that CT might be sufficiently sensitive and specific in diagnosing COVID-19 when used in lieu of a reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction test; however, this suggestion runs counter to current society guidelines. The purpose of this article is to critically review some of the most frequently cited studies on the use of CT for detecting COVID-19. CONCLUSION. To date, the radiology literature on COVID-19 has consisted of limited retrospective studies that do not substantiate the use of CT as a diagnostic test for COVID-19.BACKGROUND Elbow injuries are exceedingly common in baseball players. Previous studies have identified that upper extremity strength and range of motion deficits pose a risk for these injuries, but few studies have examined the effect of lower extremity deficits. Given the role of the lower extremity in the kinetic chain of the baseball throwing motion, lower body deficits may affect the kinematics of the upper extremity and play a role in the elbow injury of baseball players. PURPOSE To systematically review the current literature investigating the association of trunk and lower extremity deficits with elbow pain or injury in baseball players. STUDY DESIGN Systematic review. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was performed according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Meta-Analyses) guidelines to identify and analyze all previous studies focused on the association of elbow pain and/or injury with functional deficits of the trunk and lower extremities. RESULTS A total of 14 stud of baseball players.In response to the estimated potential impact of COVID-19 on New York City hospitals, our institution prepared for an influx of critically ill patients. Multiple areas of surge planning progressed simultaneously focused on infection control, clinical operational challenges, intensive care unit surge capacity, staffing, ethics and maintenance of staff wellness. Protocols developed focused on clinical decisions around intubation, the use of high-flow oxygen, infectious disease consultation and cardiac arrest. Mechanisms to increase bed capacity as well as increase efficiency in intensive care units by outsourcing procedures were implemented. Novel uses of technology to minimize staff exposure to COVID-19, as well as to facilitate family engagement and end of life discussions were encouraged. Education and communication remained key in attempting to standardize care, stay apprized on emerging data as well as to review seminal literature on respiratory failure. selleck inhibitor Challenges were encountered, and overcome through interdisciplinary collaboration and iterative surge planning as intensive care unit admissions rose. Support was provided for both clinical and nonclinical staff affected by the profound impact COVID-19 had on our city. We describe in granular detail, the procedures and processes developed during a one month period while surge planning was ongoing and the need for intensive care unit capacity rose exponentially. The approaches described provide a potential roadmap for centers that must rapidly adapt to the tremendous challenge introduced by this and potential future pandemics. This article is open access and distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial No Derivatives License 4.0 (http//creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/).
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