Neonatal erythropoiesis and subsequent anemia in HIV-positive and HIV-negative Zimbabwean babies during the first year of life: a longitudinal study

Abstract Background Anemia is common in HIV infection and independently associated ct104277 with disease progression and mortality.The pathophysiology of HIV-related anemia is not well understood especially in infancy.Methods We conducted a longitudinal cohort study nested within the Zimbabwe Vitamin A for Mothers and Babies Project.We measured hem

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How Long Do Implanted Triclosan Sutures Inhibit Staphylococcus aureus in Surgical Conditions? A Pharmacological Model

(1) Background: Sutures with triclosan (TS) are used to reduce the risk of surgical site infections (SSI), but most clinical trials are inconclusive.The traceability of SSI risk to antimicrobial activity in operated tissues is needed.(2) Objectives: This study aimed to predict triclosan antistaphylococcal activity in operated tissues.(3) Methods: T

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