Soluble Neuropilin-1 Response to Hypoglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes: Increased Risk or Protection in SARS-CoV-2 Infection? by Abu Saleh Md Moin (6189512)

“…The Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS) is activated in type 2 diabetes (T2D); therefore, the aim of this study was to determine if hypoglycaemia-induced stress in T2D would potentiate serum NRP1(sNRP1) levels, reflecting an increased risk for SARS-CoV-2 infection.…”

Risk Factors for Post-Cesarean, Surgical Site Infections in a Multi-Ethnic Population of Qatar by Sufia Athar (14777830)

“…<h3>Background</h3><p dir="ltr">The surgical site infection (SSI) rate after Cesarean delivery (CD) is considered one of the key performance indicators, not only for developing and under-developed countries but also for developed nations. …”

Vitamin D Association With Macrophage-Derived Cytokines in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: An Enhanced Risk of COVID-19 Infection? by Abu Saleh Md Moin (6189512)

“…</p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p dir="ltr">Basal macrophage activation was higher in PCOS with macrophage changes related with increased infection risk associating with vitamin D; all changes were BMI dependent, suggesting that obese PCOS with vitamin D deficiency may be at greater risk of more severe COVID-19 infection, but that it is obesity-related rather than an independent PCOS factor.…”

HbA1c over 8.5% is not predictive of increased infection rate following penile prosthesis implant surgery in diabetic patients with erectile dysfunction by Raidh Talib (14779198)

“…<p dir="ltr">Diabetes mellitus is associated with increased risk of erectile dysfunction. Penile prosthesis implantation is an efficient therapeutic option for erectile dysfunction, but not without risk, as infection remains a prominent concern. …”

Identification of macrophage activation-related biomarkers in obese type 2 diabetes that may be indicative of enhanced respiratory risk in COVID-19 by Abu Saleh Md Moin (6189512)

“…Two potent M1 macrophage activation markers, CXCL9 and CXCL10, were decreased in OT2D. Activated M2 macrophages were characterized by elevated levels of plasma CD163, TFGβ-1, MMP7 and MMP9 in OT2D. …”

SARS‐CoV‐2 infection triggers more potent antibody‐dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC) responses than mRNA‐, vector‐, and inactivated virus‐based COVID‐19 vaccines by Hadeel T. Zedan (12535521)

“…Also, no difference in N‐specific ADCC activity was seen between symptomatic and asymptomatic patients, but the levels were higher than the inactivated vaccine. Notably, omicron infection showed reduced overall ADCC activity compared to WT SARS‐CoV‐2 infection. …”

Follow up and comparative assessment of IgG, IgA, and neutralizing antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 between mRNA-vaccinated naïve and unvaccinated naturally infected individuals ov... by Salma, Younes

“…At the 7th month, there was a significant decline in antibody responses among VN individuals, but not NI individuals, with a minimum decrease of 3.7-fold (p < 0.001). Among VN individuals, anti-S1 IgA levels began to decrease significantly (1.4-fold; p = 0.007) after two months, and both NtAb and S-RBD IgG levels began to decline significantly (NtAb: 2.0-fold; p = 0.042, S-RBD IgG: 2.4-fold; p = 0.035) after three months. …”
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Follow up and comparative assessment of IgG, IgA, and neutralizing antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 between mRNA-vaccinated naïve and unvaccinated naturally infected individuals ov... by Salma Younes (6424865)

“…At the 7th month, there was a significant decline in antibody responses among VN individuals, but not NI individuals, with a minimum decrease of 3.7-fold (p < 0.001). Among VN individuals, anti-S1 IgA levels began to decrease significantly (1.4-fold; p = 0.007) after two months, and both NtAb and S-RBD IgG levels began to decline significantly (NtAb: 2.0-fold; p = 0.042, S-RBD IgG: 2.4-fold; p = 0.035) after three months. …”

Molecular pattern of acquiring upper respiratory infection by Mohamed A. Hendaus (9401919)

“…Among the key factors influencing the seasonality of these infections, variations in temperature and absolute humidity are critical elements driving the increase in respiratory virus infections, particularly during the winter months. …”

Decreased Interfacial Dynamics Caused by the N501Y Mutation in the SARS-CoV-2 S1 Spike:ACE2 Complex by Wesam S. Ahmed (10170053)

“…Specifically, the N501Y mutation in the S1 spike receptor binding domain (S1-RBD) of these variants have been reported to increase its affinity for ACE2, although the basis for this is not entirely clear yet. …”

Relationship Between Hyperglycemia and Infection in Critically Ill Patients by Btaiche, Imad F.

“…Uncontrolled hyperglycemia may be associated with complications such as fluid and electrolyte disturbances and increased infection risk. Studies have demonstrated impairment of host defenses, including decreased polymorphonuclear leukocyte mobilization, chemotaxis, and phagocytic activity related to hyperglycemia. …”
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New epidemiology of Staphylococcus aureus infections in the Middle East by Tokajian, S.

“…Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterial pathogen that is distributed worldwide and represents an increasing problem, both in hospitals and in the community. …”
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The effects of needleless connectors on catheter-related bloodstream infections by Btaiche, Imad F.

“…Negative and positive displacement mechanical valves have been associated with increased rates of catheter-related bloodstream infections as compared with split septum connectors. …”
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Increased leptin expression in mice with bacterial peritonitis is partially regulated by tumor necrosis factor alpha by Abdalla, Eddie

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Boron doped silver-copper alloy nanoparticle targeting intracellular S. aureus in bone cells by Tahir Abdulrehman (8697696)

“…In addressing the issue, this study deals with the targeting of silver-copper-boron (ACB) nanoparticles to infected osteoblasts, which could decrease systemic toxicity and form the basis of targeting specific markers expressed in bone infections.…”

Genome-Based Characterization of Bacterial Pathogens Causing Bloodstream Infection by Boujanian, Carni

“…Bloodstream infections (BSIs) caused by multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacterial pathogens are considered among the risk factors that pose a severe threat to public health, leading to increased morbidity and mortality. …”
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Microbiome profiling of rotavirus infected children suffering from acute gastroenteritis by Muhammad U. Sohail (9522515)

“…</p> <h2>Results</h2> <p>The data demonstrated a significant increase in microbiome diversity denoted by higher relative abundances of phylum Proteobacteria (p = 0.031), Fusobacteria (p = 0.044) and genus Streptococcus (p ≤ 0.001) in the infected group relative to the control. …”

A 75-year-old female with hemoptysis and recurrent respiratory infections by Diab, Khalil

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Adherence to international guidelines for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections in Lebanon by Kabbara, Wissam K.

“…Conclusions. In an era of increasing bacterial resistance, interventions that improve physicians’ prescribing practices for uncomplicated urinary tract infections are needed.…”
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Increased complications of COVID-19 in people with cardiovascular disease: Role of the renin–angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) dysregulation by Robin Augustine (3976964)