The plant (Asteraceae) is gaining popularity as a zero-calorie natural sugar substitute. This paper investigates the regeneration of from callus, emphasizing steviol glycoside (SGs) production and the evaluation of genetic similarity. The highest rate of callus induction (89.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground and objectives Hemorrhoidal disease (HD) is a common anorectal condition affecting a large number of adults worldwide. Lack of standardized outcomes limits treatment decisions in HD. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), directly reported by the patients, offer standardized, patient-centric measures, aiding in HD severity assessment and treatment decisions.
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Background Medication adherence is mostly influenced by cost, and disease management can be achieved through cost-effective combinations. The present study aimed to evaluate adherence to the cost-effective fixed dose combination (FDC) of rosuvastatin and clopidogrel in the management of cardiovascular diseases (CVD). Methods This retrospective, non-randomized, non-comparative, multicenter study was conducted across 100 healthcare centers in India.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFOsteochondromas are the most common benign bone tumors and are frequently discovered incidentally in the metaphyseal regions of long bones during growth. While typically asymptomatic, they may occasionally lead to complications such as neurovascular impingement, mechanical irritation, or pathological fractures. Salter-Harris type II fractures represent the most frequent physeal injuries in pediatric populations, particularly in rapidly growing regions like the distal femur.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis report discusses a case of diagnosing neurosyphilis in a non-classical presentation with confounding test results needing a deliberate and multidisciplinary diagnostic approach. A 38-year-old immunocompetent male presented with uveitis and a skin rash. Although serology was positive for syphilis (rapid plasma reagin 1:128), it was also positive for tuberculosis, and a dermatology consult identified the rash as psoriasis, creating a complex diagnostic picture.
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