Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Maria Guadalupe Berumen-Lechuga, Alfredo Leanos-Miranda, Carlos Jose Molina-Perez, Luis Rey Garcia-Cortes, Silvia Palomo-Pinon
Summary: Risk factors for severe-critical COVID-19 in pregnant women include non-vaccination, blood type other than O, maternal age > 35 years, a history of chronic hypertension, gestational age at infection >= 31 weeks, and multiparity.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sarah J. Stock, Jade Carruthers, Clara Calvert, Cheryl Denny, Jack Donaghy, Anna Goulding, Lisa E. M. Hopcroft, Leanne Hopkins, Terry McLaughlin, Jiafeng Pan, Ting Shi, Bob Taylor, Utkarsh Agrawal, Bonnie Auyeung, Srinivasa Vittal Katikireddi, Colin McCowan, Josie Murray, Colin R. Simpson, Chris Robertson, Eleftheria Vasileiou, Aziz Sheikh, Rachael Wood
Summary: Population-level data on COVID-19 vaccine uptake in pregnancy and SARS-CoV-2 infection outcomes are lacking. However, this study reveals low levels of vaccination uptake by pregnant women compared to women in the general population and that not being vaccinated is associated with increased risk of severe complications of COVID-19 in pregnancy, including perinatal mortality.
Article
Virology
Albert L. Hsu, Minhui Guan, Eric Johannesen, Amanda J. Stephens, Nabila Khaleel, Nikki Kagan, Breanna C. Tuhlei, Xiu-Feng Wan
Summary: A case study reported placental infection of SARS-CoV-2 in a patient with mild COVID-19 symptoms, raising concerns about placental vascular pathology and potential vertical transmission. Despite mild infection during pregnancy, there may be risks of placental vasculopathy and viral transmission across the placenta.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Virology
Yunyan Xianyu, Mengmei Wang, Fang Yue, Xiaoyu Xu, Haizhen Yang, Dong Zhao, Ke Hu
Summary: This study investigated the long-term effects of COVID-19 in pregnant women and found that most women experienced an improvement in symptoms within 12 months, and all newborns were healthy.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Javier Llorca, Carolina Lechosa-Muniz, Pilar Gortazar, Maria Fernandez-Ortiz, Yolanda Jubete, Maria J. Cabero
Summary: The Mother and Child COVID-19 study recruited pregnant women and their children in Spain to investigate the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection. As of now, 1167 participants have been recruited with 14 mothers testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 RNA before delivery, but their newborns tested negative. Future plans include recruiting children from women in early pregnancy and following up on their development for a year.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Viviane Fongaro Botosso, Soraia Attie Calil Jorge, Renato Mancini Astray, Ana Marcia de Sa Guimaraes, Monica Beatriz Mathor, Patricia dos Santos de Carneiro, Edison Luiz Durigon, Dimas Covas, Danielle Bruna Leal de Oliveira, Ricardo das Neves Oliveira, Durvanei Augusto Maria, Silas Fernandes Eto, Neuza Maria Frazatti Gallina, Giselle Pidde, Carla Cristina Squaiella-Baptistao, Dilza Trevisan Silva, Isadora Maria Villas-Boas, Dayanne Carla Fernandes, Aline Vivian Vatti Auada, Alexandre Campos Banari, Antonio Francisco de Souza Filho, Camila Bianconi, Carla Lilian de Agostini Utescher, Denise Cristina Andre Oliveira, Douglas Oscar Ceolin Mariano, Flavia Ferreira Barbosa, Giuliana Rondon, Josana Kapronezai, Juliana Galvao da Silva, Mauricio Barbugiani Goldfeder, Priscila Comone, Regis Edgar Castilho Junior, Taiana Taina Silva Pereira, Fan Hui Wen, Denise Tambourgi, Ana Marisa Chudzinski-Tavassi
Summary: The new outbreak of COVID-19 has caused millions of deaths worldwide. Efforts are being made to find effective treatments, such as using immunoglobulin from immunized animals or plasma from convalescent patients. Clinical trials using anti-SARS-CoV-2 immunoglobulins from horses immunized with spike protein are underway. Researchers have developed an anti-SARS-CoV-2 equine F(ab ')(2) immunoglobulin that successfully neutralizes the virus, is safe in animal models, and reduces the severity of the disease in a hamster model of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Ana Arco-Torres, Jonathan Cortes-Martin, Maria Isabel Tovar-Galvez, Maria Montiel-Troya, Blanca Riquelme-Gallego, Raquel Rodriguez-Blanque
Summary: Pregnancy increases the risk of COVID-19, and pregnant women are often excluded from trials, leading to a lack of knowledge about drug use and treatment during pregnancy. This review aimed to compile existing knowledge on drug treatments for COVID-19 in pregnant women.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Ankit Dhaundiyal, Puja Kumari, Snehal Sainath Jawalekar, Gaurav Chauhan, Sourav Kalra, Umashanker Navik
Summary: ACE 2 plays a crucial role in cleaving Ang II into Ang (1-7) and serving as a binding site for SARS-CoV-2. During pregnancy, ACE 2 is involved in fetal growth and development, as well as modulating maternal conditions, but more research is needed on the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on pregnancy and its interaction with fetal ACE 2.
Article
Immunology
Nhu Ngoc Nguyen, Linda Houhamdi, Van Thuan Hoang, Jeremy Delerce, Lea Delorme, Philippe Colson, Philippe Brouqui, Pierre-Edouard Fournier, Didier Raoult, Philippe Gautret
Summary: The reinfection rate of SARS-CoV-2 is low, and the severity of the first and second episodes of infection is similar. The severity of the second episode of COVID-19 is not higher than that of the first infection, even for patients with antibodies.
EMERGING MICROBES & INFECTIONS
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Christina M. Kackos, Sherri L. Surman, Bart G. Jones, Robert E. Sealy, Trushar Jeevan, Christopher J. H. Davitt, Sergei Pustylnikov, Tamarand L. Darling, Adrianus C. M. Boon, Julia L. Hurwitz, Marcelo M. Samsa, Richard J. Webby
Summary: SARS-CoV-2 continues to disrupt everyday life and cause excess morbidity and mortality worldwide. Vaccination has been key to quelling the impact of this respiratory pathogen, and mRNA vaccines have led the charge on this front. The emergence of SARS-CoV-2 variants has threatened vaccine efficacy, but the mRNA vaccines developed by GreenLight Biosciences have shown robust protective efficacy against the wild-type virus and its variants.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Ioana Mihaela Citu, Cosmin Citu, Florin Gorun, Andrei Motoc, Oana Maria Gorun, Bogdan Burlea, Felix Bratosin, Emanuela Tudorache, Madalin-Marius Margan, Samer Hosin, Daniel Malita
Summary: The study investigated COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among pregnant women in Romania, finding that pregnant women were more hesitant to get vaccinated than non-pregnant women, with social media playing a significant role in influencing their decision. Factors such as low income, belief in social media rumors, and disbelief in the existence of SARS-CoV-2 may contribute to vaccine hesitancy among pregnant women.
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Ali H. Elmokadem, Ahmad M. Mounir, Zainab A. Ramadan, Mahmoud Elsedeiq, Gehad A. Saleh
Summary: This study compared the diagnostic performance and inter-observer agreement of different CT chest severity scoring systems for COVID-19, and found that CT-SS and TSS had the highest specificity and shortest interpretation time.
EUROPEAN RADIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Microbiology
Jessica A. Plante, Brooke M. Mitchell, Kenneth S. Plante, Kari Debbink, Scott C. Weaver, Vineet D. Menachery
Summary: Despite the development of vaccines, COVID-19 caused by SARS-CoV-2 continues to be a global concern due to the emergence of new variants, raising worries about increased spread and potential impacts on immunity.
CELL HOST & MICROBE
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
A. McAuley, P. Gousias, T. Hasan, L. Rashid, C. Richardson, G. Reid, K. Templeton, J. McGuire, H. Wise, L. McVicar, S. Jenks, R. Gunn, E. Dickson, S. J. Stock, A. Stockton, C. Waugh, R. Wood, J. McMenamin, C. Robertson, D. J. Goldberg, N. E. Palmateer
Summary: The study aimed to determine the SARS-CoV-2 seroprevalence among pregnant women in Scotland during the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. The results showed a significant increase in seroprevalence rates among pregnant women, suggesting that around one in 10 women tested around the end of the first trimester had antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 by the end of the second wave.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Salmaan Sharif, Aamer Ikram, Adnan Khurshid, Muhammad Salman, Nayab Mehmood, Yasir Arshad, Jamal Ahmed, Rana Muhammad Safdar, Lubna Rehman, Ghulam Mujtaba, Jaffar Hussain, Johar Ali, Mehar Angez, Muhammad Masroor Alam, Ribqa Akthar, Muhammad Wasif Malik, Mirza Zeeshan Iqbal Baig, Muhammad Suleman Rana, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Qaisar Ali, Abdul Ahad, Nazish Badar, Massab Umair, Sana Tamim, Asiya Ashraf, Faheem Tahir, Nida Ali
Summary: The study found 27% of wastewater samples tested positive for SARs-CoV-2, indicating the potential for monitoring viral spread through wastewater surveillance. Additionally, the detection of virus sequence data in wastewater highlights the importance of surveillance for early warning signs.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Belal Alsinglawi, Omar Mubin, Fady Alnajjar, Khalid Kheirallah, Mahmoud Elkhodr, Mohammed Al Zobbi, Mauricio Novoa, Mudassar Arsalan, Tahmina Nasrin Poly, Munkhjargal Gochoo, Gulfaraz Khan, Kapal Dev
Summary: This paper presents an epidemiological comparison of the traditional SEIR model with an extended and modified version. Two case studies with variations in mitigation strategies and non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) were conducted, and the results supported the modified model as being more sensitive in terms of simulating cases and determining flattening.
NEURAL COMPUTING & APPLICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Hosna Salmani, Azin Nahvijou, Abbas Sheikhtaheri
Summary: This study developed a smartphone-based application for self-management of colorectal cancer patients and evaluated its usability through a user satisfaction survey. Results showed that the application had good usability, improving self-management, providing necessary information, and not requiring internet access.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Editorial Material
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Yen Po(Harvey) Chin, Wenyu Song, Md Mohaimenul Islam, David W. Bates, Li Zhou, Yu Chuan(Jack) Li
COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Ching-Huan Wang, Chih-Wei Huang, Phung Anh Nguyen, Ming-Chin Lin, Chih-Yang Yeh, Md. Mohaimenul Islam, Annisa Ristya Rahmanti, Hsuan-Chia Yang
Summary: This study comprehensively analyzed the composite chemopreventive effects of commonly used medications for chronic diseases in cancer prevention. The results showed that there was no synergistic effect of multiple use of these agents on cancer prevention, but some combinations of two medications demonstrated chemopreventive effects.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Chieh-Chen Wu, Md Mohaimenul Islam, An-Jen Lee, Chun-Hsien Su, Yung-Ching Weng, Chih-Yang Yeh, Hsun-Hua Lee, Ming-Chin Lin
Summary: This meta-analysis found that the use of statins is associated with a reduced risk of Parkinson's disease (PD), especially with long-term use. However, further randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these findings.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2022)
Review
Dermatology
Hsuan Chia Yang, Tahmina Nasrin Poly, Md. Mohaimenul Islam, Bruno Andreas Walther, Chieh-Chen Wu
Summary: Several epidemiological studies have shown that psoriasis increases the risk of developing atrial fibrillation but evidence of this is still scarce. This study systematically reviewed and synthesized the evidence, concluding that psoriasis is significantly associated with an increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation. Physicians should monitor patients' physical condition on a timely basis.
INDIAN JOURNAL OF DERMATOLOGY VENEREOLOGY & LEPROLOGY
(2023)
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Cheng Ta Han, Ming-Chin Lin, Abeer Alsadoon, Md. Mohaimenul Islam
FRONTIERS IN MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Tahmina Nasrin Poly, Md. Mohaimenul Islam, Bruno Andreas Walther, Ming Chin Lin, Yu-Chuan (Jack) Li
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the use of artificial intelligence in diabetic retinopathy through bibliometric methods, summarizing and exploring emerging research trends, key authors, co-authorship networks, institutions, countries, and journals. Additionally, the study showcases the commonly used technology and conditions within this field.
COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Nhi Thi Hong Nguyen, Phung-Anh Nguyen, Chih-Wei Huang, Ching-Huan Wang, Ming-Chin Lin, Min-Huei Hsu, Hoang Bui Bao, Shuo-Chen Chien, Hsuan-Chia Yang
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the associations between long-term use of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) inhibitors and gynecologic cancer risks. The results showed that the use of RAAS inhibitors was significantly associated with a decrease in overall gynecologic cancer risks, particularly for cervical and ovarian cancer, but an increased risk for endometrial cancer. ACEIs/ARBs use was found to have a preventive effect against gynecologic cancers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Cheng Ta Han, Md. Mohaimenul Islam, Tahmina Nasrin Poly, Yu-Chun Lu, Ming-Chin Lin
Summary: Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly used for gastrointestinal disorders, but their association with the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI) remains uncertain. A meta-analysis was conducted to determine this relationship, involving 12 observational studies and 2,492,125 individuals. The analysis revealed a significant positive association between PPI therapy and the risk of AKI. However, whether this association is causal or influenced by confounding factors requires further research.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Hosna Salmani, Sadegh Sharafi, Ahlam Almanie, Fatemeh Niknam, Zeynab Naseri, Sara Mobarak, Saeed Jelvay
Summary: This study aimed to develop a comprehensive Minimum Data Set (MDS) for COVID-19 patients in Iran, with the objectives of identifying essential data elements and integrating the MDS into the country's Hospital Information Systems (HIS), thus enhancing data exchange and supporting decision-making.
HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Alaa Eldin M. A. Morshdy, Karima M. E. Abdallah, Heba E. Abdallah, Fahad D. Algahtani, Mohamed Tharwat Elabbasy, Suleman Atique, Khursheed Ahmad, Mohammad A. A. Al-Najjar, Hossam M. Abdallah, Abdallah Fikry A. Mahmoud
Summary: This study found a high prevalence of Staphylococcus aureus in chicken meat samples from Egyptian markets, with a majority of the isolates being multidrug-resistant. The study also demonstrated the potential of certain natural phenolic compounds, particularly hydroquinone, as alternative antibacterial agents against these drug-resistant bacteria.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Jakir Hossain Bhuiyan Masud, Chen-Cheng Kuo, Chih-Yang Yeh, Hsuan-Chia Yang, Ming-Chin Lin
Summary: A deep learning model based on a convolutional neural network was developed to predict ICD-10 codes using text-based clinical data. The model achieved clinically acceptable results, reducing the laborious task of manual coding and assisting physicians in making better diagnoses.
Review
Nursing
Seyedeh Nafiseh Shahrokhi, Hosna Salmani, Maryam Ahmadi
Summary: This study reviewed published studies on the role of electronic health in the prevention of unwanted pregnancy, abortion, and post-abortion follow-up. The results showed a significant impact of using electronic health on unwanted pregnancy prevention, abortion, and post-abortion follow-up. Health technologies have the potential to replace abortion services as a low-cost and accessible method, providing remote care and quick access to information.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF NURSING AND MIDWIFERY RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Shuo-Chen Chien, Ya-Lin Chen, Chia-Hui Chien, Yen-Po Chin, Chang Ho Yoon, Chun-You Chen, Hsuan-Chia Yang, Yu-Chuan (Jack) Li
Summary: In this study, bibliometric analysis was conducted on alerts in CDSS, revealing a shift in research direction from patient safety to system utility, highlighting the impact of alert usability in clinical settings. Future research directions include optimizing alert mechanisms and comprehensiveness to enhance alert appropriateness and reduce alert fatigue.