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Owen-Smith A, Porter J, Thomas CM, Clarke S, Ogrodnick MM, Hand LJ, Dawson-Hahn E, O'Connor MH, Feinberg I, Adde S, Desta R, Yubo Z, Chin A, Safi M. 'Getting control of Corona takes many angles': COVID-19 vaccine knowledge, attitudes and beliefs among refugee/immigrant/migrant communities in four US cities. Health Educ Res 2024; 39:182-196. [PMID: 38300230 DOI: 10.1093/her/cyae003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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The objectives of the study were to (i) document refugee, immigrant and migrant (RIM) communities' knowledge, attitudes and beliefs (KABs) related to the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine and (ii) identify best practices for developing and disseminating culturally and linguistically responsive health messaging addressing those KABs. Thirteen online focus groups (OFGs) in 10 languages were conducted. Each OFG was conducted in the participants' native language. OFGs were recorded, transcribed, translated and uploaded to qualitative software for coding. A thematic analysis was conducted. Results suggest that while there was some variation between different language groups (e.g. whether religious leaders were seen as trusted sources of information about COVID), there were also important commonalities. Most language groups (i) alluded to hearing about or having gaps in knowledge about COVID-19/the COVID-19 vaccine, (ii) reported hearing negative or conflicting stories about the vaccine and (iii) shared concerns about the negative side effects of the vaccine. There continues to be a need for health messaging in RIM communities that is culturally and linguistically concordant and follows health literacy guidelines. Message content about the COVID-19 vaccine should focus on vaccine importance, effectiveness and safety, should be multimodal and should be primarily delivered by healthcare professionals and community members who have already been vaccinated.
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- A Owen-Smith
- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- International Rescue Committee UK, 100 Wood Street, London EC2V 7AN, United Kingdom
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- Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Division of Infectious Diseases and International Medicine, 401 East River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Society of Refugee Healthcare Providers, 172 Colby St, Spencerport, New York 14559
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Department of Communication, Georgia State University, 800 Twenty Five Park Place NE, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
- School of Communication and Media, Kennesaw State University, 1000 Chastain Road, Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, 4245 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- College of Education and Human Development, Georgia State University, 30 Pryor St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- Department of Health Policy and Behavioral Sciences, Georgia State University, School of Public Health, 140 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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- International Rescue Committee UK, 100 Wood Street, London EC2V 7AN, United Kingdom
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Alharbi A, Mhanna M, Alyosif M, Pena C, Jabr A, Alsughayer A, Alfatlawi H, Safi M, Aldhafeeri A, Patel N, Khuder S, Eltahawy E. Safety and Efficacy of Direct Oral Anticoagulant in Addition to Antiplatelet Therapy After Acute Coronary Syndrome: A Systemic Review and Meta-analysis of 53,869 Patients. Clin Ther 2024; 46:e1-e6. [PMID: 37880055 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinthera.2023.09.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Significant progress has been made in the management of patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) during the past few decades. However, the role of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) in post-ACS prophylactic therapy remains unknown. This study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of DOACs plus antiplatelet treatment (APT) after ACS. METHODS A systematic literature search was conducted to identify randomized clinical trials comparing DOACs plus APT with APT alone after ACS. The primary efficacy end points were cardiovascular mortality, myocardial infarction, all-cause mortality, and stroke and systemic embolization (SSE). The primary safety end point was major bleeding. The random-effects model was used to calculate relative risk (RR) and corresponding 95% CIs. RESULTS Nine trials with a total of 53,869 patients were identified, with 33,011 (61.2%) in the DOACs plus APT group and 20,858 (38.8%) in the APT alone group. The use of DOACs did not decrease the risk of cardiovascular death (RR = 0.87; 95% CI, 0.75-1.01; P = 0.08; I2 = 0%) or myocardial infarction (RR = 0.90; 95% CI, 0.80-1.02; P = 0.10; I2 = 6%). However, the risk of SSE was significantly lower in patients who received DOACs plus APT compared with APT alone (RR = 0.67; 95% CI, 0.50-0.90; P = 0.008). Moreover, all-cause mortality was significantly lower in the DOACs plus APT group (RR = 0.83; 95% CI, 0.71-98; P = 0.03; I2 = 0%). However, the risk of major bleeding was significantly higher in patients treated with DOACs plus APT compared with APT alone (RR = 2.53; 95% CI, 1.96-3.26; P < 0.01; I2 = 0%), as was the risk of nonmajor bleeding (RR = 2.27; 95% CI, 1.51-3.41; P < 0.01). IMPLICATIONS DOACs plus APT for the prevention of left ventricular thrombus in patients with ACS were associated with a lower risk of SSE and all-cause mortality but increased the risk of major and nonmajor bleeding. The benefits and risks of this approach should be weighed based on a patient's individual clinical characteristics.
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- Abdulmajeed Alharbi
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio.
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Libin Cardiovascular Institute, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Medicine, Statistics, and Public Health, College of Medicine and Life Sciences, The University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, Toledo, Ohio
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Alharbi A, Shah M, Mhanna M, Rejent K, Safi M, Alsughayer A, Patel N, Assaly R. Body Mass Index and Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Retrospective Observational Study. Curr Probl Cardiol 2023; 48:101879. [PMID: 37343774 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpcardiol.2023.101879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 06/23/2023]
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The influence of body mass index (BMI) on Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) outcomes has been the focus of several previous studies. In this study, we examined the relationship between BMI and various clinical outcomes following TAVR procedures. A comprehensive analysis was conducted using a large cohort of patients who underwent TAVR. In this study, we identified patients who underwent Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in the year 2020. Procedure Classification System (ICD-10-PCS) codes were used to identify TAVR cases. The weighted final study sample included 77319 TAVR hospitalizations. Patients were categorized into 5 groups based on their Body Mass Index (BMI. Our findings revealed that there was no significant difference in in-hospital mortality among different BMI groups when compared to patients with a normal BMI (20 to 24.9). patients with a BMI of 25 or higher demonstrated a statistically significant shorter duration of hospitalization compared to those with a normal BMI. patients with a BMI ranging between 30 and 39.9 exhibited decreased hospitalization costs when compared to patients with a normal BMI. Moreover, our study revealed a decrease in atrial fibrillation, acute heart failure and acute kidney injury complications following TAVR in patients with above-normal BMI. Despite similar in-hospital mortality across BMI groups, having a BMI of 25 or greater is associated with improved immediate outcomes following TAVR. These benefits in overweight and obese patients are consistent with findings described in recent literature. Further studies are warranted to explore the underlying mechanisms and potential implications of these associations, as well as to optimize patient selection and management strategies for TAVR procedures.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH; Department of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH
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Carpagnano FA, Eusebi L, Giannubilo W, Fenu F, Safi M, Bartelli F, Guglielmi G. Prostate Multiparametric MRI: Evaluation of Recurrence and Post-treatment Changes. Curr Radiol Rep 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s40134-022-00404-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Purpose of Review
This article reviews all the most common therapeutic strategies of prostate cancer, systemic or local, and all the following morpho-structural alterations, with the aim of helping the radiologist to recognize the signs of recurrence by using mp-MRI.
Recent Findings
According to the most recent evidences, prostate mp-MRI has now become a strong, non-invasive, and valid tool to evaluate all patient treated for prostatic carcinoma across the time, especially in the suspicion of biochemical recurrence.
Summary
The minimal signs of focal recurrence can put a strain on radiologists, especially if they are novice with multi-parametric prostate MRI. Familiarizing themselves with the outcomes of treatment, local or systemic, and its characteristics to MR imaging is indispensable to avoid diagnostic pitfalls and, subsequently, unnecessary reinterventions.
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Safi M, Al-Radhi M, Kanesvaran R, Trapani D, Mazher S, Alnusaif M, Aldanakh A, Baldi S, Moeed Y, Al-Dubai H, Sun X, Shan X, Ameen M, Liu J. 195P Brain and heart in cancer patients: A population-based study. J Thorac Oncol 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/s1556-0864(21)02037-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Ahmad B, Rehman SU, Azizullah A, Khan MF, Din SRU, Ahmad M, Ali A, Tahir N, Azam N, Gamallat Y, Rahman KU, Ali M, Safi M, Khan I, Qamer S, Oh DH. Molecular mechanisms of anticancer activities of polyphyllin VII. Chem Biol Drug Des 2021; 97:914-929. [PMID: 33342040 DOI: 10.1111/cbdd.13818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2020] [Revised: 12/04/2020] [Accepted: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Cancer is the leading cause of mortality in the world. The major therapies for cancer treatment are chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation therapy. All these therapies expensive, toxic and show resistance. The plant-derived compounds are considered safe, cost-effective and target cancer through different pathways. In these pathways include oxidative stress, mitochondrial dependent and independent, STAT3, NF-kB, MAPKs, cell cycle, and autophagy pathways. One of the new plants derived compounds is Polyphyllin VII (PPVII), which target cancer through different molecular mechanisms. In literature, there is a review gap of studies on PPVII; therefore in the current review, we summarized the available studies on PPVII to provide a base for future research.
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- Bashir Ahmad
- Department of Biology (Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry), The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan.,College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Biology (Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry), The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan
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- Department of Biology (Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry), The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Malakand University, Chakdara, Pakistan
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- Department of Chemistry, The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Guangzhou Institute of Pediatrics, Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center, Guangzhou, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- College of Basic Medical Sciences, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Oncology Department First affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
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- Department of Food Science and Technology, The University of Haripur, Haripur, Pakistan
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- Department of Zoology, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science and Biotechnology, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, South Korea
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Elbaih A, Safi M. Approach to critical ill child. Med-Science 2021. [DOI: 10.5455/medscience.2020.08.176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Safi M, Hassanzadeh-Aghdam MK, Mahmoodi MJ. A semi-empirical model for thermal conductivity of polymer nanocomposites containing carbon nanotubes. Polym Bull (Berl) 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s00289-019-03082-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Zeighami S, Mirmohammadrezaei S, Safi M, Falahchai SM. The Effect of Core and Veneering Design on the Optical Properties of Polyether Ether Ketone. Eur J Prosthodont Restor Dent 2017; 25:201-208. [PMID: 29182213 DOI: 10.1922/ejprd_01720zeighami08] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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This study aimed to evaluate the effect of core shade and core and veneering thickness on color parameters and translucency of polyether ether ketone (PEEK). Sixty PEEK discs (0.5 and 1 mm in thickness) with white and dentine shades were veneered with A2 shade indirect composite resin with 0.5, 1 and 1.5 mm thickness (n=5). Cores without the veneering material served as controls for translucency evaluation. Color parameters were measured by a spectroradiometer. Color difference (ΔE₀₀) and translucency parameters (TP) were computed. Data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA and Tukey's test (for veneering thickness) and independent t-test (for core shade and thickness) via SPSS 20.0 (p⟨0.05). Regarding the veneering thickness, white cores of 0.5 mm thickness showed significant differences in all color parameters. In white cores of 1 mm thickness and dentine cores of 0.5 and 1 mm thickness, there were statistically significant differences only in L∗, a∗ and h∗. The mean TP was significantly higher in all white cores of 1 mm thickness than dentine cores of 1 mm. Considering ΔE₀₀=3.7 as clinically unacceptable, only three groups had higher mean ΔE₀₀ values. Core shade, core thickness, and the veneering thickness affected the color and translucency of PEEK restorations.
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- S Zeighami
- Assistant Professor, Dental Research Center, Dentistry Research Institute and Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Associate Professor, Dental Research Center, Dentistry Research Institute and Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Color Physics, Institute for Color Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran
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Based on the complex spectral element method and the theory of fractional calculus, a hybrid complex damped spectral element method is developed. The new method is capable of making accurate predictions of the full dynamic behaviour of reinforced concrete cooling tower structures including soil-structure interaction effects. The dynamic soil-structure interaction of large space shell structures can be analysed using hybrid spectral-finite element method where the seismic wave propagation in the soil media has been modelled using the spectral element method. The frequency-dependent damping characteristic of soil materials can also be modelled accurately using the fractional derivative model. It is shown that the proposed method can be extended to develop a frequency domain dynamical method to analyse damped large space structures under earthquake excitation. The soil-structure dynamical solution is shown graphically, and the consistency of method is investigated. Using a computer program, the proposed formulation has been used to derive the dynamic response of a large concrete cooling tower with the soil media.
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- A. M. Horr
- Dept. of Civil Engrg., Faculty of Engrg, IK Int. Univ., Qazvin, Iran
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- Dept. of civil Engrg., Amir Kabir Univ. of Tech., Tehran, Iran
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Tudini M, Chiorrini S, Safi M, Salvucci G, Silva R. Co-Morbidity index evaluation as decision tool for chemotherapy in clinical practice in elderly and old elderly patients with early (ECRC) and metastatic colorectal cancer (MCRC). Ann Oncol 2015. [DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdv340.43] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Safi M, Mansoori M, Paripour M. Note on “A new method for solving interval and fuzzy equations; Linear Case”. Inf Sci (N Y) 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ins.2014.03.112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Das SS, Zaman RU, Safi M. Incompatible blood transfusion: Challenging yet lifesaving in the management of acute severe autoimmune hemolytic anemia. Asian J Transfus Sci 2014; 8:105-8. [PMID: 25161349 PMCID: PMC4140051 DOI: 10.4103/0973-6247.137445] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background and Aim: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is characterized by the production of autoantibodies directed against red cell antigens. Most patients of AIHA arrive in the emergency or out-patient department (OPD) with severe anemia requiring urgent blood transfusion. Here we share our experience of managing these patients with incompatible blood transfusions and suggest the minimal test required to assure patient safety. Materials and Methods: A total of 14 patients admitted with severe anemia, diagnosed with AIHA and requiring blood transfusion urgently were included in the study. A series of immunohematological investigations were performed to confirm the diagnosis and issue best match packed red blood cells (PRBC) to these patients. Results: A total of 167 PRBC units were crossmatched for 14 patients of which 46 units (28%) were found to be best match ones and 26 (56.5%) of these units were transfused. A mean turn around time of 222 min was observed in issuing the “best match” blood. Severe hemolysis was observed in all patients with a median hemoglobin increment of 0.88 g/dl after each unit PRBC transfusion. Conclusion: Decision to transfuse in AIHA should be based on the clinical condition of the patient. No critical patient should be denied blood transfusion due to serological incompatibility. Minimum investigations such as direct antiglobulin test (DAT), antibody screening and autocontrol should be performed to ensure transfusion safety in patients. All transfusion services should be capable of issuing “best match” PRBCs in AIHA.
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- Sudipta Sekhar Das
- Department of Transfusion Medicine, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Transfusion Medicine, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Transfusion Medicine, Apollo Gleneagles Hospitals, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
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Rkain M, Rkain I, Safi M, Kabiri M, Ahid S, Benjelloun BDS. Knowledge and management of fever among Moroccan parents. East Mediterr Health J 2014; 20:397-402. [PMID: 24960517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2012] [Accepted: 06/19/2013] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Parents often have misperceptions about childhood fever, and little information is available about the home management of feverish children in Morocco. In this study of the perceptions, knowledge and practices of families regarding children's fever, the parents of 264 febrile children aged 0-16 years were interviewed in a paediatric emergency department in Rabat in 2011. Only 3.5% of parents knew the correct temperature definition for fever, 54.4% determined their children's fever using a thermometer, and the preferred site was rectal. Most of them (96.8%) considered that fever was a very serious condition, which could lead to side-effects such as brain damage (28.9%), seizures (18.8%) paralysis (19.5%), dyspnoea (14.8%) and coma (14.8%). Paracetamol was used by 85.9% and traditional treatments by 45.1%. Knowledge about the correct definition of fever was significantly associated with parents' profession, educational level and receipt of previous information and advice from health professionals.
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- M Rkain
- Emergency Medical Department, Children's Hospital, University Hospital Rabat-Salé, Rabat, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biostatistics, Clinical Research and Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Mohammed Vth Souissi, Rabat, Morocco
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- Emergency Medical Department, Children's Hospital, University Hospital Rabat-Salé, Rabat, Morocco
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- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Children's Hospital, University Hospital Rabat-Salé, Rabat, Morocco
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- Laboratory of Biostatistics, Clinical Research and Epidemiology; Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics Research Team, Faculty of Medicine and Pharmacy, University Mohammed Vth Souissi, Rabat, Morocco
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- Emergency Medical Department, Children's Hospital, University Hospital Rabat-Salé, Rabat, Morocco
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Rkain M, Rkain I, Safi M, Kabiri M, Ahid S, Benjelloun B. Knowledge and management of fever among Moroccan parents. East Mediterr Health J 2014. [DOI: 10.26719/2014.20.6.397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Cheung R, Fung A, Daljevic T, Safi M, Ogaki C, Mital S. 349 Assessing the Impact of Genetic Variation in Islet-1 on Congenital Heart Disease Subtypes. Can J Cardiol 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cjca.2012.07.312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
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Safi M, Courtois J, Seigneuret M, Conjeaud H, Berret JF. The effects of aggregation and protein corona on the cellular internalization of iron oxide nanoparticles. Biomaterials 2011; 32:9353-63. [PMID: 21911254 DOI: 10.1016/j.biomaterials.2011.08.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 169] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2011] [Accepted: 08/16/2011] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Engineered inorganic nanoparticles are essential components in the development of nanotechnologies. For applications in nanomedicine, particles need to be functionalized to ensure a good dispersibility in biological fluids. In many cases however, functionalization is not sufficient: the particles become either coated by a corona of serum proteins or precipitate out of the solvent. In the present paper, we show that by changing the coating of iron oxide nanoparticles from a low-molecular weight ligand (citrate ions) to small carboxylated polymers (poly(acrylic acid)), the colloidal stability of the dispersion is improved and the adsorption/internalization of iron toward living mammalian cells is profoundly affected. Citrate-coated particles are shown to destabilize in all fetal-calf-serum based physiological conditions tested, whereas the polymer coated particles exhibit an outstanding dispersibility as well as a structure devoid of protein corona. The interactions between nanoparticles and human lymphoblastoid cells are investigated by transmission electron microscopy and flow cytometry. Two types of nanoparticle/cell interactions are underlined. Iron oxides are found either adsorbed on the cellular membranes, or internalized into membrane-bound endocytosis compartments. For the precipitating citrate-coated particles, the kinetics of interactions reveal a massive and rapid adsorption of iron oxide on the cell surfaces. The quantification of the partition between adsorbed and internalized iron was performed from the cytometry data. The results highlight the importance of resilient adsorbed nanomaterials at the cytoplasmic membrane.
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- M Safi
- Matière et Systèmes Complexes, UMR 7057 CNRS Université Denis Diderot Paris-VII, Bâtiment Condorcet 10 rue Alice Domon et Léonie Duquet, 75205 Paris, France
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Safi M, Sarrouj H, Sandre O, Mignet N, Berret JF. Interactions between sub-10-nm iron and cerium oxide nanoparticles and 3T3 fibroblasts: the role of the coating and aggregation state. Nanotechnology 2010; 21:145103. [PMID: 20234082 DOI: 10.1088/0957-4484/21/14/145103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Recent nanotoxicity studies revealed that the physico-chemical characteristics of engineered nanomaterials play an important role in the interactions with living cells. Here, we report on the toxicity and uptake of cerium and iron oxide sub-10-nm nanoparticles by NIH/3T3 mouse fibroblasts. Coating strategies include low-molecular weight ligands (citric acid) and polymers (poly(acrylic acid), M(W) = 2000 g mol(-1)). Electrostatically adsorbed on the surfaces, the organic moieties provide a negatively charged coating in physiological conditions. We find that most particles were biocompatible, as exposed cells remained 100% viable relative to controls. Only the bare and the citrate-coated nanoceria exhibit a slight decrease in mitochondrial activity at very high cerium concentrations (>1 g l(-1)). We also observe that the citrate-coated particles are internalized/adsorbed by the cells in large amounts, typically 250 pg/cell after 24 h incubation for iron oxide. In contrast, the polymer-coated particles are taken up at much lower rates (<30 pg/cell). The strong uptake shown by the citrated particles is related to the destabilization of the dispersions in the cell culture medium and their sedimentation down to the cell membranes. In conclusion, we show that the uptake of nanomaterials by living cells depends on the coating of the particles and on its ability to preserve the colloidal nature of the dispersions.
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- M Safi
- Matière et Systèmes Complexes, UMR 7057 CNRS, Université Denis Diderot Paris VII, Bâtiment Condorcet, 10 rue Alice Domon et Léonie Duquet, Paris, France
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Bascioni R, Giorgi F, Safi M, Giustini L, De Signoribus G, Silva R. Chemotherapy in very elderly cancer patients (85 years and over): A retrospective study. J Clin Oncol 2009. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2009.27.15_suppl.e20632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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e20632 Background: Elderly cancer patients (pts) population is expanding due to demographic changes. Currently 2.4 % of Italian population is older than 85, with this group accounting ∼8 % of all cancer pts in our geographic area. Since very elderly (85 years and over) cancer pts are generally excluded from clinical trials, few data are available about tolerability of chemotherapy in this population. Methods: We conducted a retrospective analysis of cancer pts aged 85 years and over receiving chemotherapy for advanced disease in the years 2005–2007 in three Oncology Unit of the Regione Marche, Italy. Results: We identified 50 patients (26 males, 24 females) with a mean age of 86.4 (range 85–95), ECOG PS 0 (4 pts) 1 (25 pts) 2 (13 pts) 3 (8 pts). Type of cancer (pts): NSCLC (13), colorectal (11), breast (5), prostate (4), gastric (3), NHL (3), bladder (2), head-neck (2), ovarian (2), vulvar (1), skin (1), pancreas (1), GIST (1), UPT (1). Main co-morbidities included hypertension (18 pts), COPD (8 pts) and heart disease (6 pts). The median number of cycles in first line chemotherapy were 6 (1–44); 20 pts received 2 or more lines of chemotherapy (range 2–5). Dose reductions were planned in all pts: in 26 dose reduction was 30 %, in 22 was 50%, in 2 > 50 %. Most used drugs were: vinorelbine os or iv (14 pts), capecitabine (9 pts), gemcitabine (7 pts). Target agents were used in 7 pts (5 erlotinib, 2 gefitinib, 2 rituximab, 1 sunitinib). Ten partial responses were observed; main toxicities were: grade 3–4 neutropenia (10 %), grade 3 diarrhea (5 %), and 1 pts had grade 3 hand-foot syndrome. No treatment related deaths were observed. Conclusions: Very elderly cancer pts (85 years and over) in good PS and few co-morbid conditions receiving dose reduced chemotherapy experienced acceptable toxic effects; a partial response was documented in 10 out of 50 pts. The expanding use of chemotherapy and target therapy in this clinical setting has profound influence on health care management and costs. Prospective studies specifically designed for this pts population could clarify the benefit, in terms of quality of life and survival, of an interventionist instead of a supportive care only approach. No significant financial relationships to disclose.
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- R. Bascioni
- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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- Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto del Tronto, Italy; Ospedale E. Profili, Fabriano, Italy
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Halalsheh M, Dalahmeh S, Sayed M, Suleiman W, Shareef M, Mansour M, Safi M. Grey water characteristics and treatment options for rural areas in Jordan. Bioresour Technol 2008; 99:6635-6641. [PMID: 18299193 DOI: 10.1016/j.biortech.2007.12.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2006] [Revised: 11/26/2007] [Accepted: 12/01/2007] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Low water consumption in rural areas in Jordan had resulted in the production of concentrated grey water. Average COD, BOD and TSS values were 2568mg/l, 1056mg/l and 845mg/l, respectively. The average grey water generation was measured to be 14L/c.d. Three different treatment options were selected based on certain criterions, and discussed in this article. The examined treatment systems are septic tank followed by intermittent sand filter; septic tank followed by wetlands; and UASB-hybrid reactor. Advantages and disadvantages of each system are presented. It was concluded that UASB-hybrid reactor would be the most suitable treatment option in terms of compactness and simplicity in operation. The volume of UASB-hybrid reactor was calculated to be 0.268m(3) with a surface area of 0.138m(2) for each house having 10 inhabitants on average. Produced effluent is expected to meet Jordanian standards set for reclaimed water reuse in irrigating fruit trees.
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- M Halalsheh
- Water and Environmental Research and Study Center, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan.
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Namazi MH, Karbasi-Afshar R, Safi M, Serati AR. Diaphragmatic stimulation: a case of atrial lead dislodgement and right atrium perforation. Indian Pacing Electrophysiol J 2008; 8:133-6. [PMID: 18379658 PMCID: PMC2267897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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We report a 48 year old male who presented with diaphragmatic stimulation. The biventricular implantable cardioverter and defibrillator (CRT-D) was implanted two weeks before admission and active fixation lead caused perforation of the right atrial wall. Echocardiography did not demonstrate pericardial effusion but Chest X-ray and computed tomography (CT) visualized the atrial screw helix outside the right atrial wall, penetrating through the right lung middle lobe. There was no atrial capture. After changing the pace mode DDDR to VVIR, diaphragmatic stimulation was disappeared. The atrial lead was repositioned and fixed again. During the hospital admission and after that the patient was well and free of any symptoms.
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Giorgi F, Bascioni R, Brugni M, Safi M, Berardi R, Giustini L, De Signoribus G, Silva R, Cascinu S. Chemotherapy use at the end of life: An analysis of the decision making process. J Clin Oncol 2004. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2004.22.90140.6081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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- F. Giorgi
- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Ospedale Madonna del Soccorso, San Benedetto d. TR., AP, Italy; Ospedale Murri, Fermo, Italy; Ospedale Profili, Fabriano, Italy; Oncologia Medica Università di Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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Onagbesan OM, Safi M, Decuypere E, Bruggeman V. Developmental changes in inhibin α and inhibin/activin βA and βB mRNA levels in the gonads during post-hatch prepubertal development of male and female chickens. Mol Reprod Dev 2004; 68:319-26. [PMID: 15112325 DOI: 10.1002/mrd.20087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Dimeric inhibins and activins are barely detectable in the plasma during prepubertal development of male and female chickens. This may be misconstrued to indicate that the proteins are not produced in the gonads and have no functional significance during this period. Very few studies have actually determined the mRNA expression profile of the inhibin and activin subunits in the gonads prior to puberty in order to establish their secretion at the local level and postulate potential roles for the inhibin and activins at this developmental stage. In this study, the expression of the mRNA for the alpha-, betaA-, and betaB-subunits was determined in the ovary and testis of chickens during prepubertal development. Gene expression was determined at 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16, and 18 weeks of age by RT-PCR. Messenger RNA level was quantified by competitive RT-PCR at 3, 6, 12, and 18 weeks of age in order to detect any changes with development, suggest potential relationship to the profile of dimeric inhibins and activins reported previously and to suggest potential paracrine and endocrine roles for them. The results show that all the inhibin/activin subunit mRNAs are expressed in the testis of the chicken throughout the period of prepubertal development up to 18 weeks of age. However, in the ovary, only the betaA- and betaB-subunits were detected at all ages whereas the alpha-subunit mRNA could only be detected just before puberty. Quantification of the mRNA levels showed variation of each subunit with age. These temporal changes suggest relationship with paracrine functional role in the ovary or the testis. Quantitative changes in expression levels also suggests that there may be some relationship between mRNA levels and the type and amount of dimeric inhibins and activins produced at any developmental stage. There are major differences between the male and female gonads in the timing of the expression of different subunits. In conclusion, the expression of the mRNA subunits in the testis and ovary suggests that inhibins and activins are being produced but may be principally involved in autocrine/paracrine function within the gonads.
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- O M Onagbesan
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Catholic University of Leuven, Heverlee, Belgium.
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Safi M, Onagbesan OM, Bruggeman V, Vleugels B, Volckaert G, Decuypere E. Regulation of inhibin alpha- and beta(A)-subunit messenger ribonucleic acid levels by gonadotropins and IGF-I in cultured chicken granulosa cells. Gen Comp Endocrinol 2003; 131:159-67. [PMID: 12679092 DOI: 10.1016/s0016-6480(03)00007-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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A quantitative competitive reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction assay (QC RT-PCR) for quantifying the absolute levels of the expression of inhibin alpha- and beta(A)-subunits in chicken granulosa cells showed that these subunits are expressed in different amounts depending on follicular maturation. The present study determined the regulation of the expression of these subunits. The individual effect of different doses of IGF-I, LH or FSH (1-100 ng/ml) or the combination of IGF-I with either LH or FSH at different concentrations, on the expression of inhibin alpha- and beta(A)-subunit was determined on cultured granulosa cells of F(1) and the combined F(4)+F(5) follicle. Cells were cultured for 48 h in 6-well plates with or without added hormones. Culture medium was discarded, cells were washed and total RNA was extracted from the cells. Five hundred nanograms of total RNA was reverse transcribed using specific primers and coamplified with an internal standard, as described previously, to determine expression level in the cells. IGF-I, LH, and FSH enhanced the inhibin alpha-subunit mRNA levels in a dose dependent manner in both F(1) and the combined F(4)+F(5) whereas inhibin beta(A)-subunit was not affected. The effects of FSH, LH were more expressed in F(1) follicles compared to F(4)+F(5) on the alpha-subunit. The addition of IGF-I and either LH or FSH during the culture period significantly increased the stimulatory effects of both LH and FSH on the expression of inhibin alpha-subunit in F(1) follicles but had no significant effect on the inhibin beta(A)-subunit. The results suggest that the changing expression levels of inhibin alpha-subunit during follicular development are the result of the regulatory effect of the interaction between IGF-I and the gonadotropins and that the regulation of this subunit may be the main factor for the regulation of the protein inhibin levels. Other factors may be also implicated in the changing expression levels of the beta(A)-subunit.
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- M Safi
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Catholic University of Leuven, Karsteelpark Arenberg 30, B-3001 Leuven, Belgium.
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Horr AM, Safi M, Asadpour N. Seismic analysis of Tehran Telecommunication Tower using complex fractional modulus. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2003. [DOI: 10.1002/tal.206] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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ADHD/ADD, once thought to occur only in children, is now recognized as continuing into adulthood in many people. In order to be labeled as such, signs and symptoms must start before age 7 and are primarily characterized by inattention, distractibility, and impulsiveness. Although the exact mechanism is unknown, a number of associated neurochemical and structural abnormalities have been observed. This disorder can negatively affect the educational, social, and occupational lives of those who suffer from its symptoms. It interferes with the ability to establish and maintain close relationships. Pharmacotherapy remains the primary mode of treatment. Stimulants such as dextroamphetamine and methylphenidate are the main drugs utilized; they are available in immediate and longer duration versions. Bupropion is another important medicinal option, and there are a variety of other miscellaneous medications to consider, including modafinil, venlafaxine, tricyclic antidepressants, and guanfacine. Psychotherapy is shown to help control impulsiveness, form more satisfactory relationships, rear children more effectively, and improve organizational and problem-solving skills.
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- Raymond Pary
- Department of Veterans Affairs, Mental Health, and Behavioral Science Service, Louisville, Kentucky 40206, USA
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Safi M, Chazalviel JN, Cherkaoui M, Belaı̈di A, Gorochov O. Etching of n-type silicon in (HF+oxidant) solutions: in situ characterisation of surface chemistry. Electrochim Acta 2002. [DOI: 10.1016/s0013-4686(02)00117-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Safi M, Onagbesan OM, Volckaert G, Vanmontfort D, Bruggeman V, Decuypere E. Developmental expression of activin/inhibin alpha- and beta(A)-subunit genes in the gonads of male and female chick embryos. Gen Comp Endocrinol 2001; 122:304-11. [PMID: 11356042 DOI: 10.1006/gcen.2000.7546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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The expression of inhibin alpha- and beta(A)-subunits was investigated in gonads of male and female chick embryos during the last week of their 21-day incubation period. Fertilized Hisex brown laying hen eggs were incubated at 37.8 +/- 0.2 degrees and 60% relative humidity in an automatic forced-draft incubator with constant lighting. Embryos were killed after 14, 18, and 21 days of incubation, sexed by macroscopical inspection of the gonadal phenotype, and further dissected to obtain the gonads. Total RNA was isolated using the ultraspec RNA method. The expression of alpha- and beta(A)-subunits was evaluated by competitive RT-PCR. Significant differences were found within and between sexes in the expression of the alpha- and beta(A)-subunits. The level of the alpha-subunit in the testis was about 23-fold higher than that in the ovary at all ages. Testicular content of inhibin alpha mRNA levels was similar at days 14 and 18 but declined significantly at day 21 of incubation, whereas no significant differences were observed between the three age groups in the ovary. Testicular and ovarian inhibin beta(A)-subunit increased significantly from day 14 to day 18 followed by a significant decline before hatch. However, inhibin beta(A) level at day 14 was significantly higher in the ovary than in the testis. At days 18 and 21, there were no differences in the levels of the inhibin beta(A) in the sexes. The expression of inhibin beta(A)-subunit in the ovary was significantly higher than that of the alpha-subunit at all ages. In the testis, however, the expression of the beta(A)-subunit was higher at days 18 and 21 than at day 14. The sex difference in gonadal inhibin subunits expression suggests differential roles of inhibin/activin in the development of the chicken gonads. The changing level of expression during incubation also suggests changing biological roles within sexes.
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- M Safi
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Laboratory of Gene Technology, Catholic University of Leuven, Kardinaal Mercierlaan 92, Heverlee, B-3001, Belgium
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Vanmontfort D, Onagbesan OM, Bruggeman V, Safi M, Williams J, Decuypere E. Autocrine/paracrine effects of inhibin and activin in chicken ovary. Br Poult Sci 2000. [DOI: 10.1080/00071660050149038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Safi M, Onagbesan O, Vanmontfort D, Decuypere E. Developmental expression of activin/inhibin α and β A subunit genes in the gonads of male and female chick embryos. Br Poult Sci 2000. [DOI: 10.1080/00071660050149010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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Vanmontfort D, Onagbesan O, Bruggeman V, Safi M, Williams J, Decuypere E. Autocrine/paracrine effects of inhibin and activin in chicken ovary. Br Poult Sci 2000. [DOI: 10.1080/00071660050149029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022]
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In the past three decades, overwhelming evidence has accumulated to show that insulin-like growth factor (IGF)-I and -II, their receptors and binding proteins (IGFBP) (the IGF system), have major roles to play in the regulation of ovarian function in mammals. Although studies in birds did not start until 5-6 years ago, the limited information thus far available suggests that the IGFs act as autocrine/paracrine regulators of follicular growth and differentiation, just as observed in mammals. The genes for IGF-I and -II, type-I IGF receptor, IGFBP-2, and IGFBP-5 are expressed in both granulosa and theca cells of the chicken ovary. The mechanisms by which the IGF system controls ovarian function in the avian species are complex and involve interactions with the gonadotrophins (LH and FSH), growth hormone, and even other growth factors. Effects are different between strains and nutritional status.
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- O M Onagbesan
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Catholic University of Leuven, Heverlee, Belgium.
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Bruggeman V, Onagbesan O, D'Hondt E, Buys N, Safi M, Vanmontfort D, Berghman L, Vandesande F, Decuypere E. Effects of timing and duration of feed restriction during rearing on reproductive characteristics in broiler breeder females. Poult Sci 1999; 78:1424-34. [PMID: 10536792 DOI: 10.1093/ps/78.10.1424] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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The objective of this study was to determine whether there exists a critical period during rearing when restricted feeding of broiler breeder hens can be most beneficial on subsequent egg production. Broiler breeder pullets were subjected to combinations of either ad libitum or restricted feeding during three periods before sexual maturity. Body weight gain, feed intake, and egg production were recorded. Ovary and oviduct weights were noted at age of first oviposition. At 15 and 18 wk of age and at age of first oviposition, chicken luteinizing hormone releasing hormone-I (cLHRH-I) in the median eminence and the levels of luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the pituitary and plasma were determined. The results demonstrated that alternation between ad libitum and restricted feeding during rearing changed the growth curves of the birds. Feed restriction from 7 to 15 wk followed by either ad libitum or restricted feeding led to improved reproductive performance, suggesting that long-term feed restriction may not be necessary to attain good reproductive performance. The birds restricted from 7 to 15 wk of age had higher proportional weights of ovary (> or = 1.7%) and oviduct (> or = 1.58%) at age of sexual maturity. The cLHRH-I levels in the median eminence and gonadotrophin contents in the pituitary followed that of growth in response to feeding levels and timing of feeding and could be related to the timing of the onset of lay. At age of first egg, all groups had similar levels of cLHRH-I, LH, and FSH. However, no clear effect of level of feed intake or time period of restriction could be observed for plasma LH or FSH concentrations.
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- V Bruggeman
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Catholic University of Leuven, Heverlee, Belgium.
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Safi M, Buys N, Onagbesan OM, Vleugels B, Decuypere E. Quantification of inhibin/activin alpha and betaA subunit messenger ribonucleic acid by competitive reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction in chicken granulosa cells during follicular development. Biol Reprod 1998; 59:1047-54. [PMID: 9780308 DOI: 10.1095/biolreprod59.5.1047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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The very sensitive quantitative competitive reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) was used to investigate the expression of inhibin/activin subunits in the granulosa cells of developing ovarian follicles of the hen. Two competitors specific to inhibin alpha and betaA subunits were constructed. In one study, the expression of inhibin alpha and betaA genes was determined in the granulosa cells of the five largest yellow follicles (F1, F2, F3, F4/5), the small yellow follicles (SYF), and the large white follicles (LWF) of a layer strain of chickens. Competitive RT-PCR for inhibin alpha subunit revealed 10.35 +/- 2.15 pg/ microg total RNA in the LWF. The expression increased 40-fold in the SYF and remained at that level in the F4/5 but decreased markedly thereafter up to the F1 stage. Inhibin/activin betaA subunit was also detected in the LWF in low amounts and showed no significant increase until the F2 stage. The highest level was found in the F1. The pattern of the mRNA for alpha and betaA subunits in the five largest follicles (F1, F2, F3, F4/5) of a broiler breeder strain of chicken was compared with that in the layer strain. Expression of the alpha subunit was significantly higher in the three largest follicles (F1, F2, F3) of the broiler breeder hens, but only in the F2 for the betaA. The results suggest that inhibin alpha may play an important role in the recruitment and differentiation of follicles and that differences between broiler breeders and layers may have consequences at both the pituitary and ovarian levels.
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- M Safi
- Laboratory for Physiology and Immunology of Domestic Animals, Catholic University of Leuven, B-3001 Leuven, Belgium
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Rigo P, Van Boxem P, Foulon J, Safi M, Engdahl J, Links J. Quantitative evaluation of a comprehensive motion, resolution, and attenuation correction program: initial experience. J Nucl Cardiol 1998; 5:458-68. [PMID: 9796892 DOI: 10.1016/s1071-3581(98)90176-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Tomographic myocardial imaging is widely used in the diagnosis and evaluation of patients with coronary artery disease. However, its specificity remains suboptimal because of attenuation, resolution, and motion artifacts. The purpose of this study was to optimize and assess the value of attenuation, blur, and motion correction of myocardial single photon emission computed tomographic data. METHODS AND RESULTS Forty-seven studies were selected for analysis to provide 3 patient groups. Group A consisted of 18 patients with a low likelihood of coronary artery disease who were used to construct a quantitative normal database and assess changes in the normal bull's-eye produced by filtering and by attenuation correction. Group B consisted of 13 patients with a high probability of normal results, and group C consisted of 16 patients with coronary artery disease defined on angiography. The effects of attenuation correction, especially in conjunction with RESTORE (a depth-dependent deblurring filter), have been quantitated. Analysis indicates a trend to improved sensitivity and specificity for detecting individual vessel disease in this retrospective study. The motion correction program was successfully applied to 93% of patients but detected significant motion requiring correction in only 11 (24%) patients. CONCLUSION This preliminary retrospective study indicates a potential for improved myocardial single photon emission computed tomography imaging with the use of attenuation and motion correction together with a restorative deblurring filter. Confirmation by a multicenter study and larger patient numbers remain necessary to assess fully the prospective value of the technique.
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- P Rigo
- Division of Nuclear Medicine, C.H.U. Liege, Belgium
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Arrouji Z, Slim A, Ben Jilani S, Mahmoud K, Safi M, Khrouf M, Boujnah A. [Systematic research on latent genital herpes in primipara referrals]. Tunis Med 1988; 66:99-101. [PMID: 3201573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Bec P, Grosset P, Aubry JP, Safi M, Ducros R. [Contribution of fluorescein angiography to the diagnosis of papillary edemas]. Ophtalmologie 1987; 1:11-3. [PMID: 3153807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Thabet JH, Ali F, Safi M. Polypoidal nasal lesions. Ear Nose Throat J 1985; 64:552-5. [PMID: 4064991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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