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Targeted therapies for glioblastoma treatment. JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY : AN OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE POLISH PHYSIOLOGICAL SOCIETY 2023; 74. [PMID: 37661178 DOI: 10.26402/jpp.2023.3.01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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Glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive type of brain tumor in adults, poses significant challenges in terms of treatment. Conventional approaches including surgery, chemotherapy, and radiotherapy have yielded limited success, with a median survival of approximately 15 months. However, extensive research into the biology of glioblastoma has identified molecular targets that can be exploited by newly developed drugs, leading to the emergence of precise personalized therapies. Several innovative treatment strategies are currently under development, aiming to enhance effectiveness while minimizing side effects. Clinical trials are underway to evaluate the efficacy of monoclonal antibodies that target glioblastoma cells, either by blocking specific receptors or by modifying molecular interactions that impede cell proliferation. Another promising avenue involves the use of oncolytic viruses designed to selectively infect glioblastoma cells. Additionally, the review explores the utilization of nanocarriers capable of surmounting the formidable obstacle of the blood-brain barrier, enabling efficient drug delivery. Cell therapies represent another promising approach, with dendritic cells, chimeric antigen receptor-T cells, and macrophages emerging as potential treatment modalities. By summarizing recent advances in targeted therapies against glioblastoma, this review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of ongoing efforts to discover effective and safe methods for treating glioblastoma patients. The ultimate goal is to improve patient outcomes and transform the landscape of glioblastoma treatment.
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Orbital Cavernous Venous Malformation in a 35-Year-Old Man: A Case Report. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2023; 75:1000-1005. [PMID: 37275060 PMCID: PMC10234882 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-022-03249-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/17/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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In this article we present a case of a 35-year-old patient with a massive 43 × 35 × 34 mm cavernous venous malformation of the left orbit. The orbital lesion was initially observed in 2008 and remained untreated to 2021 due to the patient's refusal to consent to the surgical procedure; which caused the tumor to grow to monstrous dimensions.
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Sialylation of IgE reduces FcεRIα interaction and mast cell and basophil activation in vitro and increases IgE half-life in vivo. Allergy 2023. [PMID: 36724158 DOI: 10.1111/all.15665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2022] [Revised: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/30/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Administering analgesia to birds: NSAIDs, opioids and other agents. IN PRACTICE 2022. [DOI: 10.1002/inpr.249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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The Shift Towards Digital Appointments: the Response to COVID-19 Affecting Uro-Oncology. Clin Oncol (R Coll Radiol) 2020; 33:e84. [PMID: 32773160 PMCID: PMC7392077 DOI: 10.1016/j.clon.2020.07.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2020] [Accepted: 07/23/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Role of integrons in the proliferation of multiple drug resistance in selected bacteria occurring in poultry production. Br Poult Sci 2020; 61:122-131. [PMID: 31774316 DOI: 10.1080/00071668.2019.1697426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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1. The increase in microbial resistance, and in particular multiple drug resistance (MDR), is an increasing threat to public health. The uncontrolled use of antibiotics and antibacterial chemotherapeutics in the poultry industry, especially in concentrations too low to cause inhibition, and the occurrence of residues in feed and in the environment play a significant role in the development of resistance among zoonotic food-borne microorganisms.2. Determining the presence and transmission methods of resistance in bacteria is crucial for tracking and preventing antibiotic resistance. Horizontal transfer of genetic elements responsible for drug resistance is considered to be the main mechanism for the spread of antibiotic resistance.3. Of the many well-known genetic elements responsible for horizontal gene transfer, integrons are among the most important factors contributing to multiple drug resistance. The mechanism of bacterial drug resistance acquisition through integrons is one of the essential elements of MDR prevention in animal production.
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Exploiting iron-binding proteins for drug delivery. JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2019; 70. [PMID: 31889039 DOI: 10.26402/jpp.2019.5.03] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2019] [Accepted: 10/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Currently, many therapies fail due to an insufficient drug dose reaching the target site and high systemic toxicity. Protein-based drug delivery systems that allow an increase in drug concentration at a specific location in the body or predominantly target malignant cells are promising technologies. Due to the high need for iron in many disorders including various types of cancer, iron-binding proteins: transferrin, ferritin and hemoglobin, are a promising tool as drug carriers. In this review we summarize the characteristics of human iron-binding proteins and present their use in targeted drug delivery strategies.
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P3732Proportion of acute ischaemic strokes attributable to cardiac causes in an all-comer population of young patients. Eur Heart J 2019. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehz745.0586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Introduction
The incidence of stroke in young patients is increasing and is associated with significant morbidity, mortality and socioeconomic cost. Identifying potential underlying causes is central to their overall management to reduce recurrence and improve long-term outcomes. A proportion of these patients are found to have an underlying cardiac cause including atrial fibrillation (AF), patent foramen ovale (PFO) or an intracardiac source of embolus. This area has recently gained greater interest with evidence demonstrating a significant reduction in recurrent ischaemic events following PFO closure. The identification of these patients however, requires extensive investigation and has implications relating to cardiology resources. Outside of clinical trials the true incidence of these patients in a “real-world” population is poorly defined.
Purpose
The aim of this study was to determine the proportion of strokes attributable to cardiac causes in young patients presenting with ischaemic stroke.
Methods
The Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) database of a large UK stroke service was used to identify patients ≤55 years old presenting with stroke between 1/1/15 and 31/12/17. Clinical letters, imaging reports and laboratory reports were reviewed. Patients were then categorised by cause of stroke using the Trial of Acute Stroke Treatment (TOAST) criteria. Cardiac causes of stroke were defined as: AF, PFO and intracardiac source of embolus. Patients presenting with a haemorrhagic stroke or where an alternate diagnosis to stroke was more likely were excluded.
Results
During the study period, 206 patients were identified as having suffered a stroke. 35 patients were excluded resulting in a final study population of 171 patients (Figure). 24% (41/171) were identified as having a cardiac cause of stroke including 9.4% (16/171) PFO, 8.8% (15/171) intracardiac source of embolus and 5.8% (10/171) atrial fibrillation. 50.3% (86/171) were thought to have other causes: 24.6% (42/171) small vessel disease; 9.4% (16/171) large artery atherosclerosis; and 16.4% (28/171) other determined aetiology including 5.1% (8.8/171) with arterial dissection. 25.7% (44/171) presented with a stroke but with no clear underlying cause found.
Causes of stroke in young patients
Conclusion
A high proportion (24%) of strokes in young patients were found to be likely secondary to a cardiac cause. With the significant benefit of intervention (medical or procedural) in this patient group, the resource provision allocated to this population does appear to be warranted and further demonstrates the importance of close interdisciplinary links between cardiologists and stroke physicians.
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Retrospective review of neoplasms of captive lizards in the United Kingdom. Vet Rec 2019; 186:28. [PMID: 31554709 DOI: 10.1136/vr.105308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2018] [Revised: 06/10/2019] [Accepted: 09/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neoplasia has historically been regarded as an unusual occurrence in reptiles. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the prevalence of neoplasms in routine diagnostic samples submitted to a specialist exotic animal laboratory. METHODS Over a 10-year period, 690 lizard samples were submitted for histopathological or cytopathological examination by Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons specialists in Veterinary Pathology (Zoo and Wildlife). Records were reviewed retrospectively and non-neoplastic diagnoses excluded from further analysis. RESULTS 158 neoplasms were diagnosed in 149 lizards, with 22.9% of submissions resulting in a diagnosis of neoplasia. The skin was the most commonly affected organ, and squamous cell carcinomas were the most common neoplasms identified (17.7% of all neoplastic diagnoses).Bearded dragons and panther chameleons had a statistically significant higher proportion of neoplasia diagnosis than the lizard population as a whole, and geckos had a statistically significantly lower proportion.Several neoplasms identified in this study have not been previously reported in lizards, including a testicular Sertoli cell tumour, testicular granulosa cell tumour, splenic haemangiosarcoma, gastric adenocarcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. CONCLUSION The results suggest that the prevalence of neoplasia in captive lizards may be higher than previously reported, and that there is variation in prevalence between different lizard species and families. It is unclear whether these differences relate to genetic or management factors.
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The green iguana (Iguana iguana) is a large arboreal lizard with complex environmental requirements, generally making this a poor choice as a companion animal. Husbandry deficiencies are a common contributor to clinical disease, and it is important to be aware of the environmental conditions for this species and relevance of any deficiencies to animal health. This article covers the husbandry of this species. Part 2 will focus on sample collection and common presenting health concerns.
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Struktur-Eigenschaftsbeziehung bei der Aufarbeitung und Formulierung von Proteinpartikeln. CHEM-ING-TECH 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/cite.201855444] [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]
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Crystal structures and characterization of different thermostable Penicillin G acylases (PGAs) from Gram-positive bacteria. CHEM-ING-TECH 2018. [DOI: 10.1002/cite.201855320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Two cases of liver lobe torsion in a white-lipped tamarin (Saguinus labiatus
) and an Alaotran gentle lemur (Hapalemur alaotrensis
). J Med Primatol 2017; 46:356-358. [DOI: 10.1111/jmp.12307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Determination of vertebral heart score in three species of Spider monkey (Ateles fusciceps, A. hybridus and A. paniscus). J Med Primatol 2017; 47:51-54. [PMID: 28561884 DOI: 10.1111/jmp.12279] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/21/2017] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND The vertebral heart score (VHS) is a method of evaluation of cardiac size well documented in domestic mammals and in other primate species, and the aim of this study was to determine the VHS in three species of Spider monkey. METHODS In this retrospective study, right lateral radiographs of thirty clinically well animals were reviewed and VHS determined. The species included were Ateles fusciceps (n=17), Ateles hybridus (n=8) and Ateles paniscus (n=5). RESULTS The VHS was found to vary between species and was 9.73±0.81 for A. fusciceps, 10.53±0.37 for A. hybridus and 10.45±0.27 for A. paniscus. CONCLUSIONS The observed values appear consistent with values determined for other primate species. There was statistically significant variation noted between species, and so VHS should be considered species-specific in this genus. The values determined may be of benefit in objectively evaluating cardiac size in the species investigated.
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The Influence of a Combined Butorphanol and Midazolam Premedication on Anesthesia in Psittacid Species. J Avian Med Surg 2016; 30:317-323. [DOI: 10.1647/2013-072] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Encouraging responsible pet ownership. Vet Rec 2016. [DOI: 10.1136/vr.i3194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Use of deslorelin implants for contraception in slender tailed meerkats (
Suricata suricatta
). VETERINARY RECORD CASE REPORTS 2016. [DOI: 10.1136/vetreccr-2015-000281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Testicular Metastasis of a Upper Urinary Tract High-grade Papillary Urothelial Carcinoma, 2 Years After Nephroureterectomy. Urol Case Rep 2016; 4:25-6. [PMID: 26793571 PMCID: PMC4719909 DOI: 10.1016/j.eucr.2015.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2015] [Accepted: 10/25/2015] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Urothelial carcinomas are the fourth most common tumors in men. Upper tract urinary carcinomas (UTUCs) are uncommon and represent only 5–10% of urothelial carcinomas.1 Metastatic testicular cancers are rare and primary tumor sources are the prostate, lung, and gastrointestinal tract. We report the first case of testicular metastasis 2 years after initial curative surgery for a high-grade UTUC, all other reported cases weren't proceed by curative surgery.3
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Ovarian interstitial cell tumour in a Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus). VETERINARY RECORD CASE REPORTS 2015. [DOI: 10.1136/vetreccr-2015-000182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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High Incidence of Neoplasia in a Group of Captive Richardson’s Ground Squirrels (Urocitellus richardsonii). J Comp Pathol 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jcpa.2014.10.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Patella fracture repair in a black and white ruffed lemur (
Varecia variegata
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Integrated assessment of the state of steppe perennial plant populations in Ukraine as exemplified by Iris pumila. UKRAINIAN BOTANICAL JOURNAL 2014. [DOI: 10.15407/ukrbotj71.04.471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Exoplanet detection. A terrestrial planet in a ~1-AU orbit around one member of a ~15-AU binary. Science 2014; 345:46-9. [PMID: 24994642 DOI: 10.1126/science.1251527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 94] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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Using gravitational microlensing, we detected a cold terrestrial planet orbiting one member of a binary star system. The planet has low mass (twice Earth's) and lies projected at ~0.8 astronomical units (AU) from its host star, about the distance between Earth and the Sun. However, the planet's temperature is much lower, <60 Kelvin, because the host star is only 0.10 to 0.15 solar masses and therefore more than 400 times less luminous than the Sun. The host itself orbits a slightly more massive companion with projected separation of 10 to 15 AU. This detection is consistent with such systems being very common. Straightforward modification of current microlensing search strategies could increase sensitivity to planets in binary systems. With more detections, such binary-star planetary systems could constrain models of planet formation and evolution.
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Repair of a transverse radial and ulnar fracture in a fennec fox (
Vulpes zerda
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Fluoroscopic evaluation of gastrointestinal transit time in African Grey parrots. VETERINARY RECORD CASE REPORTS 2013. [DOI: 10.1136/vetreccr.101145rep] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Detection of Agamid Adenovirus-1 in clinically healthy bearded dragons (Pogona vitticeps
) in the UK. Vet Rec 2013; 172:475. [DOI: 10.1136/vr.101087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Fluoroscopic evaluation of gastrointestinal transit time in African Grey parrots. Vet Rec 2012; 171:563. [PMID: 23118042 DOI: 10.1136/vr.101145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Systemic coronavirus-associated disease resembling feline infectious peritonitis in ferrets in the UK. Vet Rec 2012; 171:200-1. [PMID: 22923084 DOI: 10.1136/vr.e5652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Neutral gas of the local interstellar medium flows through the inner solar system while being deflected by solar gravity and depleted by ionization. The dominating feature in the energetic neutral atom Interstellar Boundary Explorer (IBEX) all-sky maps at low energies is the hydrogen, helium, and oxygen interstellar gas flow. The He and O flow peaked around 8 February 2009 in accordance with gravitational deflection, whereas H dominated after 26 March 2009, consistent with approximate balance of gravitational attraction by solar radiation pressure. The flow distributions arrive from a few degrees above the ecliptic plane and show the same temperature for He and O. An asymmetric O distribution in ecliptic latitude points to a secondary component from the outer heliosheath.
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Structure of (dimethyl sulfoxide-S){glyoxylic acid thiosemicarbazonato(2–)-O,N,S }platinum(II). CRYSTAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY 2007. [DOI: 10.1002/crat.200610858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Discovery of a cool planet of 5.5 Earth masses through gravitational microlensing. Nature 2006; 439:437-40. [PMID: 16437108 DOI: 10.1038/nature04441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 466] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2005] [Accepted: 11/14/2005] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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In the favoured core-accretion model of formation of planetary systems, solid planetesimals accumulate to build up planetary cores, which then accrete nebular gas if they are sufficiently massive. Around M-dwarf stars (the most common stars in our Galaxy), this model favours the formation of Earth-mass (M(o)) to Neptune-mass planets with orbital radii of 1 to 10 astronomical units (au), which is consistent with the small number of gas giant planets known to orbit M-dwarf host stars. More than 170 extrasolar planets have been discovered with a wide range of masses and orbital periods, but planets of Neptune's mass or less have not hitherto been detected at separations of more than 0.15 au from normal stars. Here we report the discovery of a 5.5(+5.5)(-2.7) M(o) planetary companion at a separation of 2.6+1.5-0.6 au from a 0.22+0.21-0.11 M(o) M-dwarf star, where M(o) refers to a solar mass. (We propose to name it OGLE-2005-BLG-390Lb, indicating a planetary mass companion to the lens star of the microlensing event.) The mass is lower than that of GJ876d (ref. 5), although the error bars overlap. Our detection suggests that such cool, sub-Neptune-mass planets may be more common than gas giant planets, as predicted by the core accretion theory.
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Observations of the gravitational microlensing event MOA 2003-BLG-32/OGLE 2003-BLG-219 are presented, for which the peak magnification was over 500, the highest yet reported. Continuous observations around the peak enabled a sensitive search for planets orbiting the lens star. No planets were detected. Planets 1.3 times heavier than Earth were excluded from more than 50% of the projected annular region from approximately 2.3 to 3.6 astronomical units surrounding the lens star, Uranus-mass planets were excluded from 0.9 to 8.7 astronomical units, and planets 1.3 times heavier than Saturn were excluded from 0.2 to 60 astronomical units. These are the largest regions of sensitivity yet achieved in searches for extrasolar planets orbiting any star.
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76. Zmiany w technice wielkopolowej w planowaniu radioterapii u chorych. Rep Pract Oncol Radiother 2003. [DOI: 10.1016/s1507-1367(03)70560-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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188. Wyniki leczenia chorych po makroskopowo radykalnej resekcji miąższu płucnego z powodu NDRP z obecnością nacieku mikroskopowego w linii cięcia chirurgicznego. Rep Pract Oncol Radiother 2003. [DOI: 10.1016/s1507-1367(03)70672-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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A multicentre randomized/controlled trial of a conventional versus modestly accelerated radiotherapy in the laryngeal cancer: influence of a 1 week shortening overall time. Radiother Oncol 2002; 62:1-10. [PMID: 11830307 DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(01)00494-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE To compare in a phase III study the loco-regional control, disease-free survival and overall survival induced by an accelerated regimen (AF) as compared with conventional regimen (CF) and to analyze the early and late post-radiation morbidity in both arms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients with age < or = 75, WHO 0-1, suitable for a radical course of radiotherapy T1-T3, N0, M0, stage of glottic and supraglottic laryngeal cancer were randomized to either CF: 66Gy given in 33 fractions over 45 days or AF: 66Gy given in 33 fractions over 38 days (2 fractions every Thursday). A total of 395 patients were included from 05.1995 to 12.1998. RESULTS Early toxicity: At the end of radiotherapy patients treated with AF complained for more severe reactions than patients treated with CF. In 8 weeks after treatment completion patients treated with AF complained only for more severe pain on swallowing (P=0.027). In 4 months after treatment completion all types of toxicity except for skin teleangiectasia (P=0.001) were similar in the two groups. Loco-regional control: comparison between CF and AF showed no difference in terms of loco-regional control (P=0.37). CONCLUSIONS The improvement in AF in terms of loco-regional control is estimated to be 3-5% in comparison with conventional regimen and is not significant. The intensity of reactions after 4 months was similar in both arms, what suggests the possibility of further shortening of the overall time by few days or enhancing the total dose within the limits of acceptable morbidity.
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2003 The influence of the overall treatment time on the outcomes of radiotherapy of laryngeal cancer, the results of the multicenter, randomized — Phase III clinical study. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 1999. [DOI: 10.1016/s0360-3016(99)90273-0] [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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2-(2-Thioxo-1,3-thiazolidin-3-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1,3-thiazol-1-ium Chloride, C6H9N2S3+.Cl−. Acta Crystallogr C 1996. [DOI: 10.1107/s0108270196008591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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(2-Oxo-1,3-thiazolidin-3-yl)carbonylthioethylammonium Nitrate, C6H11N2O2S2+.NO3−. Acta Crystallogr C 1995. [DOI: 10.1107/s010827019500148x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Comparison of stool containment in cloth and single-use diapers using a simulated infant feces. Pediatrics 1993; 91:632-6. [PMID: 8441572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
Abstract
Single-use diapers and cloth diapers with vinyl pants were compared for their relative abilities to contain stool within the diaper. Artificial feces with carbon black as an additive allowed a quantitative measure of fecal containment by image analysis in 60 infants. This method showed complete containment of feces in the diaper in 50% of the single-use diapers whereas only 10% of the cloth diapers showed complete containment. In infants where the border of the vinyl pants was used as the boundary of containment with the cloth diapers, complete containment occurred only 33% of the time. Fluorescein dye ratings for containment/leakage in 69 infants showed that 83% of single-use diapers and 30% of the cloth diapers were rated as having no or minor leakage of feces. Cultures were taken of laundered vinyl pants that had previously been used over cloth diapers to determine microbial contamination. Thirty-nine percent of the pants contained Gram-negative, lactose-fermenting bacilli indicating fecal contamination. This study comparing single-use and cloth diapers for containment of artificial feces by use of image analysis and fluorescein dye ratings showed better containment by single-use diapers. The study also raises the question of possible spread of feces-borne pathogens by the vinyl pants used over cloth diapers, particularly in a day-care center.
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