Association between body mass index and the risk of bacterial vaginosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: Bacterial vaginosis, resulting from vaginal microbiota imbalance and lactobacilli depletion, is the leading cause of abnormally appearing discharge in reproductive-aged women. Bacterial vaginosis is also associated with risk for sexually transmitted infections, preterm birth, and pelvic inflammatory disease. This meta-analysis assessed the association between the risk of bacterial vaginosis (BV) and body mass index (BMI).

Investigations on metabolic diseases of horses in Egypt.

Introduction: Obesity is a significant risk factor that predisposes horses to laminitis, equine metabolic syndrome, arthritis, heart disease, and respiratory issues.

Methods: Mares showing overweight or laminitis ( = 30), different BCS ( = 90) weighing 350-550 Kg were subjected to clinical and rump fat assessments. Blood samples were collected to measure circulating estradiol, progesterone, cortisol, insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), and leptin.

Cicer arietinum extract as antitumor and protective agent against Ehrlich Solid Carcinoma-bearing mice.

Background: Cancer remains a significant global health challenge. Several plant-derived compounds have garnered the attention of cancer research for their anticancer effects. Chickpea (Cicer arietinum) is one of the top nutritious legumes with promising chemoprotective effects.

Effect of using kiwi fruit and heart of date palm slurries as a novel acceleration ripening enzyme source on the physicochemical, textural, and sensorial properties of Ras cheese.

Ras cheese, a hard cheese typically consumed in the Middle East after a 6-month ripening period, is a rich source of casein. Microbial enzymes are commonly used to develop its distinct flavor, but plant-based enzymes offer a cost-effective alternative. Kiwi fruit and heart of date palm slurries contain substantial levels of protease activity, measured at 77.

Recent trends in microbial production of alkanes.

Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons characterized by their stable chemical properties and multiple uses in the energy sector. Although alkanes are found in nature in various sources like natural gas and petroleum, microbial alkane production has become a promising way to develop sustainable biofuels. Alkanes are produced by microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, yeast, and algae via particular metabolic pathways.

Clinical and echocardiographic outcomes of sync-atrioventricular versus nominal optimization in correlation with QRS narrowing among CRT patients.

Background: Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) has been established as a key component in the management of patients with heart failure (HF) with reduced ejection fraction in addition to pharmacologic therapy. Several automatic algorithms have been developed to optimize the timing cycle settings in CRT, especially AV delay which was associated with improvement of the response to CRT. The present study aims to investigate whether the novel device-based SyncAV algorithm could elicit better synchrony and acute hemodynamic response.

Intracerebroventricular injection of taurine affords thermotolerance and regulates mitochondrial thermogenic gene expression in pectoralis muscle in neonatal chicks exposed to high ambient temperature.

Intracerebroventricular (ICV) injection of taurine can induce hypothermia and attenuate stress behaviors in neonatal chicks under control thermoneutral temperature (CT) conditions. While, its ability to withstand heat stress (thermotolerance) has not identified yet. Thus, the objective of this study was to examine the effects of ICV taurine effects on thermoregulation, mitochondrial thermogenic gene expression, and amino acid metabolism in 5-day-old Julia male chick exposed to either high ambient temperature (HT) or CT conditions.

The deacetylases HDAC1/HDAC2 control JAK2-STAT signaling through the ubiquitin ligase SIAH2.

Epigenetic modulators of the histone deacetylase (HDAC) family control key biological processes and are frequently dysregulated in cancer. There is superior activity of HDAC inhibitors (HDACi) in patients with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) that carry the Janus kinase-2 point mutant JAK2. This constitutively active tyrosine kinase activates signal-transducer-and-activator-of-transcription (STAT) transcription factors to promote cell proliferation and inflammatory processes.

Individual Genomic Loci, Transcript Levels, and Serum Profiles of Immune and Antioxidant Markers Associated with Bacteria-Induced Abortion in Sheep ().

Aboudeleik sheep are a prominent native breed in desert and semi-desert areas, known for their adaptability to harsh climates and their utility in both milk and meat production [...

Impact of Larvae on Nile Tilapia (): A Morpho-Histopathological Perspective.

(Joyeux and Baer, 1935) larvae, a member of the Gryporhynchidae family (Cestoda: ), are commonly found in a variety of African fish species, including Nile tilapia (, Linnaeus, 1758). Nonetheless, little is known regarding their existence in native Egyptian fish species. Two hundred were examined in the current investigation, using standard parasitological techniques to detect the presence of these larvae in different fish organs.

A smart automatic control and monitoring system for environmental control in poultry houses integrated with earlier warning system.

Monitoring key environmental parameters-such as temperature, humidity, ammonia (NH), and methane (CH)-is critical for optimizing poultry health, improving productivity, and mitigating greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. These variables not only influence poultry well-being and performance but also contribute significantly to environmental pollution, underscoring the need for accurate, continuous, and cost-effective monitoring solutions. The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies offers a transformative approach in agribusiness, enabling real-time data acquisition, automated control, and enhanced connectivity for environmental management in poultry houses.

Proteomic profiling identifies serpin G1, ApoA-II, and LBP as potential biomarkers of dementia in an Egyptian cohort.

Background: Dementia, including Alzheimer's disease (AD), is a growing concern in Egypt, yet biomarker research in this population is scarce. Identifying serum biomarkers is essential for early diagnosis and understanding disease mechanisms in underrepresented groups.

Methods: We performed serum proteomic profiling on 20 Egyptian dementia patients and 10 cognitively unimpaired controls from the Egyptian Dementia Registry using mass spectrometry.

Impact of Micro-RNAs as biomarkers for end-stage renal disease related to hypertension and diabetes.

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is a rapidly increasing global health and healthcare challenge. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have been implicated in kidney disease due to their role in apoptosis, cell proliferation, differentiation, and development. The aim of this study was to determine the role of miRNA-21-5p, miRNA-126-3p, and miRNA-192-5p in the prognosis of ESRD.

Neoplastic and non-neoplastic swellings of the external genitalia in horses and donkeys: clinical, histopathological, and treatment outcomes.

Aim: External genitalia swellings represent diagnostic and treatment challenges in equids. Thus, the present study aimed to describe the clinical, histopathological, and treatment outcomes of external genitalia swellings in horses and donkeys.

Methods: Seventy-five equids (49 horses and 26 donkeys) from 6 months to 8 years were enrolled based on the clinical evidence of external genital swellings.

Comparative analysis of drying kinetics, diffusivity, and thermodynamic properties of hybrid solar and oven dryers for Egyptian sweet marjoram.

Egyptian sweet marjoram leaves (ESML) are aromatic herbs long valued for their ability to enhance flavor and extend shelf life by inhibiting the autoxidation of food lipids. Despite their widespread use, limited research exists on how various drying techniques, air temperatures, and thin-layer thicknesses affect the drying behavior, mathematical modeling, effective moisture diffusivity (EMD), activation energy, and thermodynamic properties of ESML. This study addresses this gap by examining the drying characteristics of ESML using a hybrid solar drying system (HSDS) at three air temperatures (50, 60, and 70 °C) and three layer thicknesses (1, 2, and 3 cm), comparing with a conventional oven drying (OD).

Unleashing the biological potential of marine algal extracts against Staphylococcus aureus isolated from ready-to-eat beef products.

Staphylococcus aureus is the causative agent of zoonotic diseases that are of increasing epidemiological importance and have significant implications for public health. One hundred fifty ready-to-eat meat product samples were collected from local shops in Qena City, Egypt, to investigate the bacteriological profile of S. aureus and evaluate the antimicrobial effects of marine algal extracts against identified S.

Outcomes of Extra-Articular Subtalar Arthrodesis for Valgus Deformity of the Hindfoot in Patients with Cerebral Palsy: A Radiographic and Pedobarographic Study.

Background: Extra-articular subtalar arthrodesis generally has been recommended for treating severe valgus deformities of the hindfoot in patients with cerebral palsy (CP). However, it is unknown whether restricted subtalar joint motion affects the shape of the foot during continued growth in children. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effectiveness and longevity of extra-articular subtalar arthrodesis in ambulatory patients with spastic CP, with a specific focus on its impact on the final foot shape and plantar pressure distribution.

Efficacy and Safety of Penetrating Keratoplasty and Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty in Corneal Macular Dystrophy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

To compare efficacy and safety for deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) versus penetrating keratoplasty (PK) for macular corneal dystrophy. Following PRISMA guidelines, we searched four electronic databases (PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science) to identify eligible studies reported up to January 2024. Using STATA 17, we reported outcomes as log risk ratios (log RRs) or mean difference (SMD) and confidence intervals (CIs).

Saccharomyces cervisiae ameliorative impact combined with sulfaclozine on broiler chicken oxidative status.

Poultry production has expanded, and imports from other countries have surged due to the sharp growth in demand for chicken meat. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of different doses of sulfaclozine 30%, either alone or in conjunction with Saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast), on body weight gain, biochemical markers, oxidative status, and histopathological variation in broilers' organs. One hundred fourteen -day-old chicks were divided into five groups for this experiment (20 each).

Evaluating the role of lyophilized hydatid cyst fluid in enhancing skin wound healing: In Vitro and In Vivo rat model studies.

Skin plays a vital role in maintaining various physiological functions, including barrier protection, temperature regulation, and sensory perception. Effective wound healing is crucial for restoring tissue integrity after injury, involving a complex interplay of cellular and molecular mechanisms. Hydatid cyst fluid (HCF), derived from Echinococcus granulosus, contains bioactive components that may enhance wound healing.

Effect of plant and microalgae on immune-related genes and resistance of nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) against Aeromonas hydrophila.

Nile tilapia, is a crucial fish for warmwater aquaculture globally and plays a key role in food security. The experiment's goal was to ascertain the actual effects of lemongrass and/or Arthrospira platensis (A. platensis) on Oreochromis niloticus (O.

Neglected torsion of hernia sac within hydrocele: a case report.

Most of the cases of torsion hernia sac in the literature were presented as acute scrotum. In this case the presentation was painless swelling, which is considered to be the 3rd case in the English literature as far as we know. A 4-year-old boy presented with painless swelling in his right hemiscrotum.

The diagnostic utility of the ultrasound TIRADS and Bethesda System of reporting thyroid cytology in thyroid nodule smaller than 4.0 cm: A retrospective analysis.

Thyroid nodules (TNs) are a common clinical issue, prevalent in the general population. Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is a vital diagnostic tool for the initial evaluation of TNs. This study aimed to determine the cytopathological patterns of thyroid nodules using the Bethesda System for Reporting Thyroid Cytology (TBSRTC) and to assess the diagnostic role of both FNAC and ultrasonography in TNs <4 cm in diameter.

GAAOA-Lévy: a hybrid metaheuristic for optimized multilevel thresholding in image segmentation.

Image segmentation is a critical task in image processing with applications in various domains, including industry and medicine. However, multilevel thresholding, a widely used segmentation technique, suffers from high computational complexity due to the exhaustive search for optimal thresholds. This paper addresses this challenge by proposing a hybrid Genetic Algorithm-Archimedes Optimization Algorithm (GAAOA), further enhanced with a Lévy flight function (GAAOA-Lévy), to improve efficiency and accuracy in multilevel thresholding.