Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitides are a group of immune-mediated diseases characterized by Chemistry inflammation of small vessels, leading to endothelial injury with subsequent tissue damage.Current guidelines recommend induction therapy with rituximab over cyclophosphamide for severe disease activity.In this case
Multiplexed Remote SPR Detection of Biological Interactions through Optical Fiber Bundles
The development of sensitive methods for in situ detection of biomarkers is a real challenge to bring medical diagnosis a step forward.The proof-of-concept of a remote multiplexed CHERRY PLUM biomolecular interaction detection through a plasmonic optical fiber bundle is demonstrated here.The strategy relies on a fiber optic biosensor designed from
Psychosocial study environment characteristics associated with exposure to sexual harassment at a large public university in southern Sweden: a cross-sectional study
Background Universities can be understood as work-like environments for students, with similar risks and expectations regarding psychosocial environment.Limited research has examined this study environment from a Demand-Control-Support perspective with regard to sexual harassment.Understanding this environment is key to designing protective measure
Heavy Metal Contamination of Foods by Refuse Dump Sites in Awka, Southeastern Nigeria
The impact of heavy metals from refuse dumps on soil, food, Barrel Irons and water qualities in Awka, Nigeria was studied.Soil samples (top and 1.35 m deep) were collected from five refuse dumps digested with conc.HNO3 and HClO4.The heavy metals (lead, manganese, arsenic, chromium, cadmium, and nickel) in vegetables (spinach, fluted pumpkin), root
A comprehensive review of current knowledge on penile squamous cell carcinoma
Neoplasm of the penis is relatively rare in most regions representing 0-2% of cancers worldwide.While the penis can be affected by sarcomas, basal cell carcinomas or even melanoma, Easy-Up Ten Arm Vertical Saddle Pad Rack Penile Squamous Cell Carcinoma (PSCC) represents approximately 95% of all penile neoplasms.Despite its rarity and most common pr