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- Kazdaglis, G., et al.
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FOUR METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING AMBIGUOUS STREPTOCOCCUS PNEUMONIAE ISOLATES: THE EXPERIENCE FROM A SWEDISH UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
- 2019
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In: Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents. - : BIOLIFE SAS. - 0393-974X .- 1724-6083. ; 33:3, s. 843-847
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- Streptococcus pneumoniae is a Gram-positive, alpha-hemolytic, facultative anaerobic coccus. It is the most common cause of community acquired pneumonia in adults and infants, and a major cause of morbidity and mortality. It is also a frequent cause of otitis media and sinus infections. It spreads through close person-to-person contact via respiratory droplets. It presents as pneumonia, bacteremia, or meningitis.
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- Kazdaglis, G., et al.
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GENETIC DIVERSITY OF MYCOBACTERIUM TUBERCULOSIS IN NORTHERN GREECE
- 2018
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In: Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents. - : BIOLIFE SAS. - 0393-974X .- 1724-6083. ; 32:4, s. 931-936
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- The aim of the present study was to describe the genetic diversity of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M.tuberculosis) strains circulating in the region of Northern Greece. A total of thirty-seven M. tuberculosis clinical isolates were analysed by the spoligotyping method. According to the results, six clusters comprising seventeen strains were detected, and the remaining twenty strains showed unique patterns. The M.tuberculosis families according to SITVITWEB were distributed as follows: Haarlem (H) (27.0%); T (24.3%); Beijing (13.5%); Latin-America and Mediterranean (LAM) (5.4%) and S (2.7%). The remaining isolates (27%) did not match any isolates within the database and they were characterized as orphans. Regarding GenoType MTBDRpIus results, two strains (5.4%) were Multi-Drug-Resistant, four strains (10.8%), were isoniazid monoresistant, while the remaining thirty-one strains (83.8%) were susceptible. In conclusion, in the region of Macedonia-Thrace (Northern Greece), there was high phylogenetic diversity among M. tuberculosis isolates. Molecular tools used and data presented can have regional and national impact on tuberculosis control.
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- Murgia, Nicola, et al.
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8-ISOPROSTANE IN EXHALED BREATH CONDENSATE AFTER EXPERIMENTAL EXPOSURE TO WOOD SMOKE IN HUMANS
- 2016
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In: Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents. - 0393-974X. ; 30:1, s. 263-270
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- Wood smoke, a well-known indoor and outdoor air pollutant, may cause adverse health effects through oxidative stress. In this study 8-isoprostane, a biomarker of oxidative stress, was measured in exhaled breath condensate (EBC) and urine before and after experimental exposure to wood smoke. The results were compared with measurements of other biomarkers of oxidative stress and inflammation. Thirteen subjects were exposed first to clean air and then, after 1 week, to wood smoke in an exposure chamber during 4-hour sessions. Exhaled breath condensate, exhaled nitric oxide, blood and urine were sampled before and at various intervals after exposure to wood smoke and clean air. Exhaled breath condensate was examined for 8-isoprostane and malondialdehyde (MDA), while exhaled air was examined for nitric oxide, serum for Clara cell protein (CC16) and urine for 8-isoprostane. 8-isoprostane in EBC did not increase after wood smoke exposure and its net change immediately after exposure was inversely correlated with net changes in MDA (r(s)= -0.57, p= 0.041) and serum CC16 (S-CC16) (r(p)= -0.64, p= 0.020) immediately after the exposure. No correlation was found between 8-isoprostane in urine and 8-isoprostane in EBC. In this study controlled wood smoke exposure in healthy subjects did not increase 8-isoprostane in EBC.
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- Socha-Banasiak, A., et al.
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Gut response to pasteurized donor human milk in a porcine model of the premature infant
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In: Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents. - 0393-974X. ; 34:6, s. 2003-2015
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Journal article (peer-reviewed)abstract
- This study investigated the tolerance and safety of pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) given either alone or together with commercially-used supplements in a porcine model of premature infants. A porcine model, mimicking human neonates at 30-32 weeks of gestational age, was used. The 7-day experiment was performed on 20 piglets. After birth, the piglets were infused with porcine immunoglobulins via the umbilical artery and surgically fitted with a stomach port. The piglets were then randomized into five groups and fed either PDHM, different variants of fortified PDHM or 'raw' human milk (RHM). Preterm piglets fed PDHM showed signs of gastrointestinal intolerance. Four piglets across the various PDHM-fed groups died, none of them were from the group fed PDHM supplemented with long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC PUFA). In all groups fed PDHM, macroscopic features of enterocolitis were observed, however, these pathological gut changes were less manifested in piglets receiving PDHM supplemented with LC PUFA. The piglets fed RHM had no specific signs of gut damage. The poor tolerance to PDHM suggests changes in milk composition caused by the Holder pasteurization. The supplementation with LC PUFA probably improves tolerance to PDHM.
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- Socha-Banasiak, A., et al.
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The pig as a model for premature infants - The importance of immunoglobulin supplementation for growth and development
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In: Journal of Biological Regulators and Homeostatic Agents. - 0393-974X. ; 31:1, s. 87-92
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- Preterm human neonates, contrary to preterm piglets, obtain immunoglobulins from their mothers via the placenta during intrauterine development. However, one should note that the majority of trans-placental transfer of immunoglobulins in humans takes place during the last trimester of pregnancy. It is also known that the feeding of limited amounts of colostrum or systemic infusion of small amounts of serum improves the survival of preterm and full-term piglets. Full-term piglets deprived of their mother's immunoglobulins exhibit strong apathy and develop watery diarrhoea, often resulting in death. The aim of the current study was to determine if provision of immunoglobulins using different approaches would be beneficial for survival outcomes. To reach the immunological sufficient level we infused immunoglobulins intravenously in amount mimicking the blood level in piglets fed with sow colostrum. Intravenous infusion of immunoglobulins in both preterm and full-term newborn piglets fully ensured their survival, growth and blood immunoglobulin G and protein levels similar to those observed in piglets fed colostrum. Piglets completely deprived of immunoglobulins exhibited significantly lower blood levels of immunoglobulins and protein compared to colostrum-fed animals. Piglets infused with only serum exhibited significantly lower blood immunoglobulin G level compared to those infused with immunoglobulins. In conclusion, based on the data obtained, we suggest that passive immune support provided by colostrum intake or early systemic infusion of Ig's in sufficient amounts is key to ensuring the general well-being of preterm and full-term new born piglets, used as an animal model for the human infant.
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