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Immunology
Simon Smith, Peter Horne, Sally Rubenach, Richard Gair, James Stewart, Lee Fairhead, Josh Hanson
Summary: The annual incidence of melioidosis in Far North Queensland, Queensland, Australia more than doubled from January 1998 to December 2019. This increase is hypothesized to be caused by urban expansion and increased construction leading to greater exposure to Burkholderia pseudomallei.
EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Julian Harris, Simon Smith, Soong Zheng Ng, Ashim Sinha, Josh Hanson
Summary: Translation: A case report of acute suppurative thyroiditis complicated by Burkholderia pseudomallei infection in a patient with poorly controlled diabetes is presented. This case highlights the need to consider bacterial infection in patients with thyroiditis and suggests that any symptom may be a clue to underlying disseminated infection in cases of melioidosis.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chartchai Changsen, Somsak Likhitrattanapisal, Kamonwan Lunha, Wiyada Chumpol, Surasak Jiemsup, Anuphap Prachumwat, Darin Kongkasuriyachai, Supawadee Ingsriswang, Soraya Chaturongakul, Aekarin Lamalee, Suganya Yongkiettrakul, Sureemas Buates
Summary: This study examined the incidence and molecular characterization of Vibrio parahaemolyticus in seafood samples purchased in Bangkok and collected in eastern Thailand. The results revealed that although no pandemic strains were found, around one third of the isolates were multidrug-resistant. The presence of resistance genes raises a major concern for clinical treatment outcomes.
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Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Narumol Chaosuwannakit, Pattarapong Makarawate
Summary: The study aimed to determine the incidence and clinical significance of non-cardiac abnormalities (NCA) in patients undergoing clinical cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR). Results showed that 30.9% of patients had NCA, with 6.54% identified as clinically significant. Patients with NCA had a higher mortality rate, particularly those with clinically significant NCA.
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sander C. Kuijpers, Michelle Klouwens, Katja H. de Jong, Jacqueline C. P. Langeslag, Saskia Kuipers, Frans A. G. Reubsaet, Ester M. M. van Leeuwen, Godelieve J. de Bree, Joppe W. Hovius, Martin P. Grobusch
Summary: A 27-year-old Dutch male returning from Nepal presented with a painful abscess on the left forearm caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei. The patient was treated with ceftazidime for 2 weeks and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for 6 weeks, and recovered without complications. Melioidosis imported from Nepal is rare, with only four cases reported previously.
TRAVEL MEDICINE AND INFECTIOUS DISEASE
(2021)
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Parasitology
Chadapond Seang-arwut, Yupa Hanboonsong, Vithee Muenworn, Joacim Rockloev, Ubydul Haque, Tipaya Ekalaksananan, Richard E. Paul, Hans J. Overgaard
Summary: This study investigates the indoor resting behavior of Aedes aegypti and Culex spp. in northeastern Thailand and finds that they mainly rest at intermediate and low heights in bedrooms and bathrooms. The results suggest that indoor residual spraying and spatial repellents targeting these locations could be effective in dengue vector control.
PARASITES & VECTORS
(2023)
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Microbiology
Shirley Yi Fen Hii, Sarunporn Tandhavanant, Rungnapa Phunpang, Peeraya Ekchariyawat, Natnaree Saiprom, Claire Chewapreecha, Rathanin Seng, Ekkachai Thiansukhon, Chumpol Morakot, Narongchai Sangsa, Sunee Chayangsu, Somchai Chuananont, Kittisak Tanwisaid, Wirayut Silakun, Noppol Buasi, Seksan Chaisuksant, Tanin Hompleum, Ploenchan Chetchotisakd, Nicholas P. J. Day, Wasun Chantratita, Ganjana Lertmemongkolchai, T. Eoin West, Narisara Chantratita
Summary: Melioidosis is a fatal infection caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei in tropical regions. The recommended treatment includes IV beta-lactam antibiotics, but emerging antibiotic resistance could lead to therapy failure. A study in northeast Thailand found a low frequency of beta-lactam resistance in clinical B. pseudomallei isolates from patients with melioidosis.
ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS AND CHEMOTHERAPY
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Chirasak Phoemchalard, Suthipong Uriyapongson, Tanom Tathong, Pitukpol Pornanek
Summary: This study compared three beef breeds in terms of their physicochemical and metabolic profiles and found that Thai native beef was lighter and tougher, crossbred Brahman x Thai native beef had a stronger odor, and crossbred Charolais x Brahman beef was the most tender and had the highest intramuscular fat content. NMR spectroscopy was able to distinguish different metabolites in beef cattle breeds. The results provide valuable information on the quality and meat metabolites of different breeds.
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Patcharaporn Nonyong, Tipaya Ekalaksananan, Supranee Phanthanawiboon, Sirinart Aromseree, Juthamas Phadungsombat, Emi E. Nakayama, Tatsuo Shioda, Vorthon Sawaswong, Sunchai Payungporn, Kesorn Thaewnongiew, Hans J. Overgaard, Michael J. Bangs, Neal Alexander, Chamsai Pientong
Summary: Dengue is hyperendemic in Southeast Asian countries, with all four DENV serotypes circulating in Thailand. The study in the northeastern region from 2016-2018 found DENV-4 and DENV-3 were predominant. Matching of DENV serotypes in humans and mosquitoes outside the residence was low, suggesting mosquitoes may play a key role in local dengue transmission.
Article
Ecology
Matsapume Detcharoen, Areeruk Nilsai
Summary: Endosymbionts, including Wolbachia, Cardinium, Rickettsia, and Spiroplasma, were investigated in eleven Drosophila species found in the Thai Peninsula. The study revealed the hidden diversity of endosymbionts, with the Wolbachia strain wRi-like being found in all populations of Drosophila ananassae and Drosophila simulans, and two new strains, wMalA and wMalB, being discovered in two populations of Drosophila malerkotliana.
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Water Resources
Arisara Nakburee, Sangam Shrestha, S. Mohanasundaram, Ho Huu Loc, Manisha Maharjan
Summary: This study establishes the relationship between teleconnection events and climate variables, including rainfall and vertical mixing ratio, using lag correlation coefficient and t-test methods. The results show significant correlations between El Niño, positive IOD, and certain climate variables, and the coincidence of El Niño and positive IOD events can worsen drought. However, the correlation between the Madden-Julian Oscillation (MJO) and regional weather was negligible. The findings of this study can contribute to prediction development for teleconnection-induced regional climate anomalies.
JOURNAL OF WATER AND CLIMATE CHANGE
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Prashanth Purushotham, Srujana Mohanty, Preetam Chappity, Tushar Subhadarshan Mishra, Ashoka Mahapatra
Summary: Burkholderia pseudomallei is an emerging etiological agent of localized pyogenic infections in eastern India, predominantly affecting adult males. Increased vigilance and appropriate diagnostic techniques aid in accurate diagnosis and facilitate appropriate therapy.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND HYGIENE
(2021)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Panitporn Damrongsukij, Papichchaya Doemlim, Ratchanon Kusolsongkhrokul, Tawatchai Tanee, Pitchakorn Petcharat, Bunnada Siriporn, Supawadee Piratae, Natapol Pumipuntu
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasitic infections and melioidosis in long-tailed macaques at a forest park in northeastern Thailand, as well as associated risk factors of these diseases among the local population. The research found a high seroprevalence of melioidosis (57.1%) and a prevalence of gastrointestinal parasitic infections (35.11%) in the macaques, with low knowledge levels among the human population in the area regarding these zoonotic diseases.
INFECTION AND DRUG RESISTANCE
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Anantapat Seeherunwong, Naesinee Chaiear, Narong Khuntikeo, Chatchai Ekpanyaskul
Summary: Northeastern Thailand has the highest incidence rate of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) in the world, and there are both known and unknown causes. This study aimed to determine the magnitude of occupational causes of CCA in a tertiary hospital in northeastern Thailand. The findings showed that approximately 5.5% of CCA cases were related to occupational exposures, with asbestos fibers and dichloromethane being the main causes. However, the occupational history taken by treating physicians was low, indicating a need for improvement in documenting work-related conditions.
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Veterinary Sciences
Veerasak Punyapornwithaya, Suvaluk Seesupa, Sitthinon Phuykhamsingha, Orapun Arjkumpa, Chalutwan Sansamur, Chaiwat Jarassaeng
Summary: Multiple outbreaks of lumpy skin disease (LSD) occurred in cattle farms across Thailand from 2021 to 2022. This was the country's first encounter with an LSD outbreak, highlighting the need for a better understanding of the disease's epidemiology. This study aimed to determine the spatio-temporal patterns of LSD outbreaks in dairy farming areas. Analysis of LSD outbreak investigations from dairy farms in Khon Kean province using spatio-temporal models revealed clusters mainly located in the northern part of the study area. The findings suggest implementing stricter insect vector control measures within a one km radius of LSD outbreak farms to prevent disease spread. This study provides valuable insights for preventing and controlling future LSD outbreaks and allocating resources to high-risk areas.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
