Traceability of septic shock caused by phocaeicola vulgatus: a rare case report | BMC Infectious Diseases

P.vulgatus is a member of BFG. BFG is a symbiotic gram negative obligate anaerobic bacterium that commonly colonizes the mucosal surface of the human colon. BFG are residents of the healthy intestinal microbiota, but are frequently isolated from anaerobic infections [6]. It is an important member of the normal microbial community (approximately 25%) and participates … Read more

Antibiotic resistance and viral co-infection in children diagnosed with pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae admitted to Russian hospitals during October 2023—February 2024 | BMC Infectious Diseases

Waites KB, Talkington DF. Mycoplasma pneumoniae and its role as a human pathogen. Clin Microbiol Rev. 2004;17(4):697–728, table of contents. Waites KB, Xiao L, Liu Y, Balish MF, Atkinson TP. Mycoplasma pneumoniae from the Respiratory Tract and Beyond. Clin Microbiol Rev. 2017;30(3):747–809. PubMed  PubMed Central  Google Scholar  Zhao H, Li S, Cao L, Yuan Y, … Read more

The efficacy of vector-proof accommodation for the protection of livestock against Culicoides biting midges | Parasites & Vectors

This study explored different levels of closed housing and vector-proofing as a potential means to protect livestock from Culicoides and the risk of bluetongue disease. It demonstrated that the use of effective sealing materials, such as brushes around doors, can significantly reduce the presence of Culicoides in stables, while the addition of fine mesh did … Read more

Model development to assess the impact of a preventive treatment with sarolaner and moxidectin on Dirofilaria immitis infection dynamics in dogs | Parasites & Vectors

Model development Development of compartmental model A compartmental model (Fig. 1) was developed comprising two transmission pathways. Fig. 1 Compartmental transmission model with a treated (moxidectin/sarolaner) and not-treated pathway In each transmission pathway, a proportion (defined by the host preference) of the Aedes aegypti mosquito population is expected to feed on dogs, of which a proportion is … Read more

Airway-centered invasive pulmonary aspergillosis featuring histopathologic fruiting bodies in an immunocompetent patient with a rare incidental finding of thyroid gland Schwannoma: a case report | BMC Infectious Diseases

Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) typically affects immunocompromised individuals, but the case presented here illustrates that IPA can occur in immunocompetent individuals, posing unique diagnostic challenges. This case is significant as it demonstrates that environmental exposure may be a key risk factor for IPA even in the absence of classic immunosuppressive conditions. IPA is primarily seen … Read more

Prevalence and risk factors of acute respiratory infection and diarrhea among children under 5 years old in low-middle wealth household, Indonesia | Infectious Diseases of Poverty

Study design and setting This study utilizes a cross-sectional study design based on data from the 2022 Indonesian National Nutritional Status Survey, conducted by the Ministry of Health of Indonesia. The study relies on this survey as secondary data. The National Ethics Commission determined that the study qualifies for exemption. Data collection for the 2022 … Read more

Understanding Monkeypox: Pathophysiology and Immune Resilience | Tropical Medicine and Health Insights

Archyde Unraveling Monkeypox: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Future Directions Monkeypox, now frequently referred to as mpox, remains a public health concern, notably in understanding its zoonotic origins and evolving epidemiology. This article delves into the latest research, offering insights into the virus’s transmission, potential reservoirs, and strategies for prevention and treatment. The Enigma of the natural … Read more

From pox to protection: understanding Monkeypox pathophysiology and immune resilience | Tropical Medicine and Health

Mani S, Ganesan A, Arunagiri T, Ravi Kumaran V, Kannaiah KP, Vellapandian C, Chanduluru HK. Epidemiology, virology, and mutation landscape of monkeypox virus from past to present. Cureus. 2024. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.67872. Article  PubMed  PubMed Central  Google Scholar  Bryer J, Freeman EE, Rosenbach M. Monkeypox emerges on a global scale: a historical review and dermatologic primer. J … Read more

Evaluation of the clinical and radiological features of patients with Malignant otitis externa (MOE) | BMC Infectious Diseases

MOE is a potential external ear canal infection mostly found in diabetic or immunocompromised patients that invade the cartilage and bones and cause cranial nerve involvement, skull base osteomyelitis, and other life-threatening complications [6, 7, 9]. Of all 40 cases, most were elderly, but some were younger than 40. Consistent with another study [14], MOE … Read more

Clinical manifestations in patients with anti-IFN-γ autoantibodies syndrome and Talaromyces marneffei infection: a prospective cohort study | BMC Infectious Diseases

In this study, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of clinical characteristics and disease exacerbating factors in AIGAs-positive patients with TM infection. Our findings indicate that these patients exhibited elevated infection markers and aberrant immune indices, with increased levels of GLB, IgG, IgG4, and IgE, along with increased serum G test values. Disseminated infections affecting multiple … Read more