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Huq M, Currie S, Coats P. HYPOXIA MEDIATED SIGNALLING IN VEIN GRAFT REMODELLING AND FAILURE. BRITISH HEART JOURNAL 2014. [DOI: 10.1136/heartjnl-2014-306916.16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Rwigema J, Nguyen D, Heron D, Chen A, Lee P, Vargo J, Low D, Huq M, Steinberg M, Kupelian P, Sheng K. 4π Non-Coplanar Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT) for Head and Neck Cancer: Potential to Improve Local Control and Late Toxicity. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2014.05.1685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Michalski D, Huq M, Bednarz G, Lalonde R, Yang Y, Heron D. Dynamic System Theory for Lung Cancer Patient Breathing. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2014.05.2556] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Zhang Y, Li X, Li T, Ozhasoglu C, Burton S, Flickinger J, clump D, heron D, Huq M. SU-E-T-420: Impact of Different Prescription Isodose Lines On Plan Quality for Brain Metastases Using Multiplan System. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888753] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Jang S, Huq M. SU-E-T-450: Dosimetric Impact of Rotational Error On Multiple-Target Intensity-Modulated Radiosurgery (IMRS) with Single-Isocenter. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Yan C, Combine T, Dickens K, Wynn R, Pavord D, Huq M. SU-E-T-67: Clinical Implementation and Evaluation of the Acuros Dose Calculation Algorithm. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Li X, Li T, Zhang Y, Burton S, Karlovits B, Clump D, Heron D, Huq M. SU-E-J-185: Gated CBCT Imaging for Positioning Moving Lung Tumor in Lung SBRT Treatment. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888238] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Huq M, Palta J, Dunscombe P, Thomadsen B. MO-E-9A-01: Risk Based Quality Management: TG100 In Action. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Michalski D, Huq M, Bednarz G, Lalonde R, Yang Y, Heron D. SU-E-J-261: Statistical Analysis and Chaotic Dynamics of Respiratory Signal of Patients in BodyFix. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888315] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Spirydovich S, Huq M. MO-G-BRE-05: Clinical Process Improvement and Billing in Radiation Oncology: A Case Study of Applying FMEA for CPT Code 77336 (continuing Medical Physics Consultation). Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Epperly M, Kalash R, Berhane H, Yang Y, Dixon T, Heron D, Greenberger J, Huq M. Gene Transcript Responses in 10MV Photon at 2400 MU/min Total Body Irradiated C57BL/6NTac Mice Correlate With Increased Survival Compared to the Same TBI Dose Using 6MV Photons or Lower Dose Rates. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2013.06.138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Hu B, Huq M. SU-E-T-197: Is the COMPASS 3D Dosimetry System An Accurate and Safe Quality Assurance Tool for Verifying Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy Dose Delivery for Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma? Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Li X, Li T, Yang Y, Zhang Y, Heron D, Huq M. SU-E-J-124: Prediction of the Characteristics of Moving Lung Tumor in CBCT Imaging Using Virtual CBCT Image Simulated From 4-D CT Dataset. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Michalski D, Huq M, Bednarz G, Lalonde R, Yang Y, Heron D. SU-E-T-231: Breathing Pattern of Patients with and Without SBRT Immobilization Device. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Izadbakhsh M, Le A, Brandner E, Heron D, Huq M. SU-E-T-249: Information Systems Infrastructure and Architecture for a Large Integrated and Centralized Oncology System. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Li T, Li X, Yang Y, Zhang Y, Heron D, Huq M. WE-G-141-08: Simultaneous Reduction of Radiation Dose and Scatters for CBCT by Using Collimators. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Yang Y, Zhang Y, Li T, Li X, Heron D, Huq M. SU-E-T-407: Dosimetric Influence of Setup Errors On RapidArc-Based SRS for Simultaneous Irradiation of Multiple Intracranial Targets. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Zhang Y, Yang Y, Li X, Li T, Heron D, Huq M. SU-E-T-409: A Probability Density Function Based Dose Calculation for Gated Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy in Lung Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Le A, Huq M, Jang S. SU-E-T-676: Impact of Carbon Fiber Couchtop On TrueBeam Flattening-Filter-Free (FFF) SRS/SBRT Radiation Therapy. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Brandner E, Specht R, Bahri S, Poltinnikov I, Huq M. SU-E-T-397: A Review of Rapid Arc Standard Deviations. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Huq M, Billah B, Reid C. Long Term Mortality Risk Prediction Following Isolated Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery for the Australian Population. Heart Lung Circ 2013. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2013.05.565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Haseen F, Chawdhury FAH, Hossain ME, Huq M, Bhuiyan MU, Imam H, Rahman DMM, Gazi R, Khan SI, Kelly R, Ahmed J, Rahman M. Sexually transmitted infections and sexual behaviour among youth clients of hotel-based female sex workers in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Int J STD AIDS 2012; 23:553-9. [PMID: 22930291 DOI: 10.1258/ijsa.2012.011373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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A cross-sectional study was conducted among youth clients of hotel-based female sex workers (YCHBFSWs) in nine randomly selected hotels in Bangladesh to examine sexual-risk behaviour, condom use and determinants of condom use in last sex, knowledge of HIV, sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevalence and STI care-seeking behaviour. A prestructured questionnaire was used to collect sociodemographic, behavioural, clinical information; urine specimens (before sex) and blood were collected for diagnosis of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, Trichomonas vaginalis, syphilis and herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV2) infection. One thousand and thirteen participants were enroled in the study. Approximately half of them reported visiting female sex workers (FSWs) at least once a month and 25% visited FSWs at least once a week. Only 12% of participants reported regular condom use. The prevalence of N. gonorrhoeae, C. trachomatis, T. vaginalis, syphilis and HSV2 was 2.2%, 3.9%, 7.2%, 2.6% and 12.9%, respectively. Only 15.3% of the YCHBFSW sought STI care in the past year. Negotiation of condom use with FSWs was the main determinant (odds ratio = 17.95) for condom use at last sex. Male clients of FSWs, including YCHBFSW, are an important bridge population for HIV transmission in Bangladesh and HIV interventions should be designed and implemented for them.
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Islam MA, Huq M, Nabi A, Talukdar PK, Ahmed D, Talukder KA, Cravioto A, Endtz HP. Occurrence and characterization of multidrug-resistant New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase-1-producing bacteria isolated between 2003 and 2010 in Bangladesh. J Med Microbiol 2012; 62:62-68. [PMID: 23019191 DOI: 10.1099/jmm.0.048066-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to screen for reduced susceptibility against imipenem and the presence of the New Delhi metallo-β-lactamase-1 (NDM-1) gene in a collection of Enterobacteriaceae (Escherichia coli, Shigella spp. and Klebsiella pneumoniae) from different surveillance studies between 2003 and 2010 at the International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh. None of the E. coli (n = 1789) and Shigella spp. (n = 90) isolated between 2009 and 2010 from stool samples was resistant or had intermediate susceptibility to imipenem. Among 127 extended-spectrum β-lactamase-producing strains isolated during 2003-2009, three Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates (2.4 %) were resistant to imipenem and were positive for bla(NDM-1). All these NDM-1-producing strains were isolated in 2008 and were resistant to all antibiotics tested except for tigecycline and colistin. All three isolates were positive for bla(OXA-1) group, bla(CTX-M-1) group (bla(CTX-M-15)) and bla(SHV) genes, whilst two isolates were positive for 16S rRNA methylase (armA) and qnr (qnrB) genes. One isolate was positive for the bla(CMY) gene and one for the rmtB gene. The bla(NDM-1) gene was located on a conjugative plasmid of ~23-24 MDa. The PFGE patterns of the isolates were different from each other. This study highlights the occurrence of NDM-1-producing organisms in Bangladesh in 2008. The clonal diversity of the isolates and the transferability of bla(NDM-1) plasmids suggest a wider distribution of NDM-1-producing bacteria in Bangladesh.
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Huq M, Nahar S, Alam A, Imam H, Rahman M. The prevalence of selected high-risk human papillomavirus infections among female sex workers in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Int J STD AIDS 2012; 23:151-2. [PMID: 22422697 DOI: 10.1258/ijsa.2011.011240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Torres-Montaner A, Huq M. Histopathological study comparing upstream binding factor expression and AgNOR staining. Cell Prolif 2012; 45:345-51. [PMID: 22731742 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2184.2012.00829.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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AgNOR staining has been in past years, the subject of numerous publications, which have failed to reach agreement regarding its usefulness as a proliferation marker. This silver staining method does not react with NORs (actual chromosome regions containing rRNA (ribosomal RNA) genes), but with proteins associated with them, whose quantity increases in parallel with ribosome biogenesis. The transcription factor UBF (upstream binding factor) is associated with NORs and has an important regulatory role in rRNA synthesis as cofactor of RNA polymerase I. Recent research has revealed an additional cytoarchitectural function of UBF in decondensing r-chromatin (ribosomal-chromatin). Immune detection of UBF expression and AgNOR counts are closely correlated as both techniques identify substrates in or closely adjacent to NORs. However, contrary to AgNOR dots, the UBF signal disappears in cells which undergo apoptosis or terminal differentiation. These features imply that UBF evaluation would reflect tumour cell proliferation (growth fraction) more accurately than AgNOR counts. Here we also show that immunohistochemical staining of UBF may reveal distinct active NORs with open, decondensed chromatin and we hypothesize that the large stretches of decondensed r-chromatin revealed by UBF staining may correspond to clusters seen after silver staining and, conversely, shorter areas of decondensed r-chromatin should match the small AgNOR grains typically found in some tumour types. The length of decondensed r-chromatin may be a reflection of the ratio of active to silent r-RNA genes.
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