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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Ellen Dugan, Sarah Blach, Mia Biondi, Zongzhen Cai, Mindi DePaola, Chris Estes, Jordan Feld, None Gamkrelidze, Shyamasundaran Kottilil, Siya Ma, Poonani Mathur, Shauna Montoya, Devin Razavi-Shearer, Kathryn Razavi-Shearer, Sarah Robbins-Scott, Jonathan Schmelzer, Homie Razavi
Summary: This study estimated the global prevalence of viraemic HCV among women of childbearing age in 2019. The global prevalence was found to be 0.78%, with higher rates as age increased. China and Pakistan had the greatest numbers of viraemic infections, while Mongolia and Burundi had the highest viraemic prevalence.
LANCET GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Immunology
Fan Cao, Yi-Sheng He, Ni Sang, Yu-Chen Liu, Xiao Hu, Qin-Yu Ni, Li-Ming Tao, Sheng-Ping Hou, Zheng-Xuan Jiang, Hai-Feng Pan
Summary: This study aimed to estimate the age-standardized incidence, prevalence, and mortality rates of autoimmune diseases in women of childbearing age and analyze their changing trends at global, regional, and national levels. The study found significant disparities in the burden of autoimmune diseases among women of childbearing age and varying trends over time.
AUTOIMMUNITY REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mateus Macena, Dafiny Praxedes, Ana Debora De Oliveira, Deborah Paula, Maykon Barros, Andre Silva Junior, Witiane Araujo, Isabele Pureza, Ingrid Sofia de Melo, Nassib Bueno
Summary: The prevalence of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in Brazilian women of childbearing age is 25%, with higher rates in the North and Northeast regions, indigenous populations, and studies conducted after 2015.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Yuqing Zhang, Jing Kong, Xiaohong Jiang, Jiangping Wu, Xiaoli Wu
Summary: This study found that higher serum levels of vitamins A and K in women of childbearing age are significantly associated with an increased likelihood of irregular and long menstrual cycles in a linear dose-response pattern.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Hoonhee Seo, Seug Yun Yoon, Asad Ul-Haq, Sujin Jo, Sukyung Kim, Md Abdur Rahim, Hyun-A Park, Fatemeh Ghorbanian, Min Jung Kim, Min-Young Lee, Kyoung Ha Kim, Namsu Lee, Jong-Ho Won, Ho-Yeon Song
Summary: Iron deficiency anemia is a global health problem, particularly among women of reproductive age. Oral iron supplementation is commonly used but has limitations. Recent research on intestinal microbiome characteristics aims to overcome these limitations.
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Nutrition & Dietetics
Maria Vittoria Conti, Marco Gnesi, Rachele De Giuseppe, Francesca Giampieri, Maria Cristina Monti, Naelijwa Mshanga, Joyce Kinabo, John Msuya, Hellas Cena
Summary: The manuscript describes the validation process of a food knowledge questionnaire (FKQ) for Tanzanian childbearing-age women, which was adapted to the local culture and food habits. The FKQ showed good construct and content validity in assessing food knowledge and practices in Tanzanian women, providing a valuable tool for identifying those at risk of unhealthy eating habits and food choices in future studies.
Article
Hematology
Elvira Grandone, Emilia Antonucci, Donatella Colaizzo, Antonio De Laurenzo, Benilde Cosmi, Michela Cini, Cristina Legnani, Sophie Testa, Maurizio Margaglione, Gualtiero Palareti
Summary: This study investigated the impact of risk factors on pregnancy- or combined oral contraceptive (COC)-associated venous thromboembolism (VTE). Results showed that family history was a significant and independent risk factor for COC-VTE and pregnancy-associated VTE. Therefore, family history plays a crucial role in predicting the occurrence of VTE in the context of pregnancy or COC use.
THROMBOSIS AND HAEMOSTASIS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Prasad P. Devarshi, LeeCole L. Legette, Ryan W. Grant, Susan Hazels Mitmesser
Summary: The study found that many women of childbearing age and menopausal age do not meet recommended nutrient intakes for multiple nutrients, while the use of supplements helps fill some nutrient gaps. Dietary intake is positively associated with most nutrient status biomarkers.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Jesse Bertinato, Cunye Qiao, Mary R. L'Abbe
Summary: The study evaluated the iodine status of children, adolescents, and women of childbearing age in Canada using urinary iodine concentrations. While most individuals had adequate iodine intake, some women of reproductive age may have insufficient intakes. Public health policies should continue to recommend iodine supplementation for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
JOURNAL OF NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Ilham Lhilali, Noura Zouine, Aziza Menouni, Lode Godderis, Marie-Paule Kestemont, Adil El Midaoui, Samir El Jaafari, Younes Filali-Zegzouti
Summary: This study developed and validated a sun exposure score (SES) and found a significant correlation between SES and serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels in women of childbearing age. The results suggest that the SES could be used as a clinical tool to assess vitamin D levels in this population.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Min Nian, Wei Zhou, Yan Feng, Yan Wang, Qian Chen, Jun Zhang
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of legacy and emerging PFAS on cytokine profiles and identified the main contributing factors to cytokine disturbance. The results indicate that both legacy and emerging PFAS may affect cytokine homeostasis.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sara Al-Musharaf, Philip G. McTernan, Syed Danish Hussain, Khalid Abdullah Aleisa, Abdullah M. Alnaami, Kaiser Wani, Ponnusamy Saravanan, Nasser Al-Daghri
Summary: A cross-sectional study in Saudi women of childbearing age found approximately 6% had insufficient levels of vitamin B12, with risk factors including prolonged sitting time, low income, and increasing age. Adequate dietary intake has been shown to help protect against vitamin B12 insufficiency, while increasing physical activity and appropriate dietary intake may improve serum vitamin B12 levels, especially for women with low socioeconomic status. Early detection and prevention of vitamin B12 insufficiency in this subpopulation are important for maternal and fetal health.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Amanda O. Lyrio, Elivan S. Souza, Sarah dos S. Conceicao, Josicelia E. T. Batista, Sheila M. Brito, Isaac S. Gomes Filho, Ana Claudia M. G. Figueiredo, Simone S. da Cruz
Summary: The study in Brazil found a high prevalence of overweight and obesity among women of childbearing age, with factors such as age, skin color, family income, reproductive history, and health conditions associated with excess weight.
PUBLIC HEALTH NUTRITION
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Oluwadolapo D. Lawal, Kimford J. Meador, Anne L. Hume, Xuerong Wen
Summary: The study analyzed the pattern of antiseizure medication use in women of childbearing age with different indications, showing an increasing trend in the use of newer-generation ASMs and a decreasing trend in the use of older ASMs. The risk of teratogenicity associated with newer medications is largely unknown, emphasizing the importance of counseling and education in prescribing ASMs for women of childbearing age.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Maria Vittoria Conti, Marco Gnesi, Rachele De Giuseppe, Hellas Cena
Summary: This study aimed to design a questionnaire for assessing food knowledge in Tanzanian women of childbearing age. Through exploratory analyses of a pilot version, relationships between items and latent constructs were identified, leading to the definition of correct and incorrect food knowledge archetypes in the final validated questionnaire consisting of five sections.
Article
Microbiology
Helene Guegan, Tijana Stajner, Branko Bobic, Cindy Press, Rares T. Olariu, Kjerstie Olson, Jelena Srbljanovic, Jose G. Montoya, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Florence Robert-Gangneux
Summary: Maternal anti-Toxoplasma therapy during pregnancy can impact the sensitivity of neonatal diagnostic methods, particularly affecting antibody and PCR detection results. The duration and timing of maternal treatment may influence the performance of neonatal workup, emphasizing the importance of careful serological follow-up for infants.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Maria E. Nedisan, Adriana Gyorke, Cristina L. Stefanut, Zsuzsa Kalmar, Zsuzsa Friss, Radu Blaga, Amandine Blaizot, Andra Toma-Naic, Viorica Mircean, Gereon Schares, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Ivana Klun, Isabelle Villena, Vasile Cozma
Summary: The study found that chickens infected with Toxoplasma gondii did not show clinical signs of infection, but infection could be detected through serum antibody testing. Artemisia annua reduced parasite replication, while diclazuril was not effective in preventing infection. Further studies with quantitative analysis methods are needed to evaluate the efficacy of diclazuril and Artemisia annua for preventing T. gondii infection in chickens.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Tijana Stajner, Dragana Vujic, Jelena Srbljanovic, Neda Bauman, Zeljko Zecevic, Marija Simic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic
Summary: In this study, reactivated toxoplasmosis in pediatric HSCT recipients was investigated, revealing a high incidence of reactivation, particularly in allo-HSCT recipients. Seronegative donor status and specific patient subgroups may increase the risk of reactivation. qPCR monitoring proved to be a valuable tool for prompt diagnosis, with peripheral blood-based testing being more reliable than serology.
CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Olivera Lijeskic, Ivana Klun, Marija Stamenov Djakovic, Nenad Gligoric, Tijana Stajner, Jelena Srbljanovic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic
Summary: Real-life data on vaccine performance against SARS-CoV-2 is limited. Antibody levels were higher in individuals who received BNT-162b2 and Gam-COVID-Vac compared to those who received BBIBP-CorV, with BNT-162b2 maintaining high levels even 3 months post-vaccination.
Article
Microbiology
Milena Stopic, Tijana Stajner, Ljiljana Markovic-Denic, Vladimir Nikolic, Iva Djilas, Snezana Jovanovic Srzentic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Branko Bobic
Summary: This study conducted in Serbia showed the lowest prevalence of toxoplasmosis ever reported in the general population. Age, living in suburban areas, and contact with soil were identified as independent risk factors for the infection.
Article
Microbiology
Nikola Betic, Nedjeljko Karabasil, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Vladimir Cirkovic, Branko BobiC, Ivana Brankovic Lazic, Vesna Djordjevic, Ivana Klun
Summary: Consuming pork contaminated with Toxoplasma gondii is a major risk factor for human infection. A survey in Serbia found that older age and inadequate rodent control were independent risk factors for infection in pigs. Certain farm-related factors, such as farming type, species diversity, and region of origin, increased the risk of infection. Viable parasites were detected in a subset of sow hearts, highlighting the risk to consumers.
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Vladan Cokic, Zorana Popovska, Olivera Lijeskic, Ljiljana Sabic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic
Summary: This study retrospectively analyzed three outbreaks of COVID-19 in a nursing home in suburban Belgrade, Serbia. The results showed that the majority of staff and residents were vaccinated, and the older individuals demonstrated a good immunological response to the virus and vaccination, which prevented severe illness and mortality despite breakthrough infections.
Article
Immunology
Zoran Kokic, Predrag Kon, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic
Summary: A retrospective study was conducted to assess the risk of COVID-19 in vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals, as well as the effectiveness of different vaccines in preventing clinical infection. The study found that the overall risk of infection for the vaccinated was 0.53 compared to the unvaccinated population. The overall vaccine effectiveness was 65%, with BNT162b2 showing the highest effectiveness.
Article
Microbiology
Aleksandra Uzelac, Nikola Betic, Nedjeljko Karabasil, Vladimir Cirkovic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Ivana Klun
Summary: By analyzing the genotypes and prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii in pigs in Serbia, it was found that backyard pigs are the main source of pork and farms serve as reservoirs for the parasite. The seroprevalence of Toxoplasmosis in market-weight pigs was 15.2% prior to 2006 and 15.1% in 2019. City cats, likely infected by livestock meat, showed a seroprevalence of 33.2%. Innovative methods targeting backyard farmers are needed to reduce the risk to public health.
Review
Parasitology
B. Bobic, V Cirkovic, I Klun, T. Stajner, J. Srbljanovic, N. Bauman, O. Djurkovic-Djakovic
Summary: From 2000 to 2019, Taenia solium infection in the Russian Federation has continuously been reported, with a tenfold decrease in incidence from 0.2 per 100,000 population in 2000 to 0.023 per 100,000 in 2019. Additionally, cysticercosis in pigs showed a declining trend after 2006.
JOURNAL OF HELMINTHOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Parasitology
Huifang Deng, Rachel Cummins, Gereon Schares, Chiara Trevisan, Heidi Enemark, Helga Waap, Jelena Srbljanovic, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Sara Monteiro Pires, Joke W. B. van der Giessen, Marieke Opsteegh
Summary: Toxoplasma gondii, a widespread protozoan parasite, causes toxoplasmosis which is a significant global public health issue. Despite the usefulness of mathematical models in studying the transmission dynamics of T. gondii infection, only 15 studies have utilized these models. This systematic review provides an overview of existing mathematical models and identifies data gaps for further model development.
FOOD AND WATERBORNE PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Joke van der Giessen, Gunita Deksne, Maria Angeles Gomez-Morales, Karin Troell, Jacinto Gomes, Smaragda Sotiraki, Miroslaw Rozycki, Istvan Kucsera, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Lucy J. Robertson
Summary: This study investigated the surveillance and reporting systems in Europe for the top five prioritised foodborne parasites, revealing gaps and inconsistencies in monitoring and reporting requirements. Recommendations for improving surveillance systems are also discussed.
PARASITE EPIDEMIOLOGY AND CONTROL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Igor Opsenica, Milica Selakovic, Miklos Tot, Tatjana Verbic, Jelena Srbljanovic, Tijana Stajner, Olgica Djurkovic-Djakovic, Bogdan Solaja
Summary: Novel aminoquinoline derivatives were synthesized and tested for their activity against malaria strains, showing moderate in vitro antimalarial activity. Further evaluation in a mouse model revealed varying degrees of toxicity and efficacy among the compounds, with one compound showing potential for curing malaria.
JOURNAL OF THE SERBIAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2021)