Cu_(2-x)S nanostructures have been intensively studied as outstanding chemodynamic therapy(CDT)and good photothermal therapy(PTT)antibacterial agents due to their highly efficient Cu(Ⅰ)-initiated Fenton-like catalyti...Cu_(2-x)S nanostructures have been intensively studied as outstanding chemodynamic therapy(CDT)and good photothermal therapy(PTT)antibacterial agents due to their highly efficient Cu(Ⅰ)-initiated Fenton-like catalytic activity and good photothermal conversion property.However,they still suffer from shortage of Cu(Ⅰ)supply in the long-term and comparatively low inherent photothermal conversion efficiency.Herein,we constructed a self-enhanced synergistic PTT/CDT nanoplatform(Cu_(1.94)S@MPN)by coating Cu_(1.94)S nanoparticles with Fe(Ⅲ)/tannic acid based metal-polyphenol networks(MPN).Activated by the acidic bacterial infection microenvironment,Cu_(1.94)S@MPN could be decomposed to continuously release Cu(Ⅱ),Fe(Ⅲ)ions and tannic acid.As the result of tannic acid-involved Cu and Fe redox cycling,Cu(Ⅰ)/Fe(Ⅱ)-rich CDT could be achieved through the highly accelerated catalytic Fenton/Fenton-like reactions.More importantly,experimental results demonstrated that Cu_(1.94)S@MPN exhibited both excellent photothermal antibacterial and photothermal-enhanced CDT properties to eradicate bacteria in vitro and in vivo.Overall,this novel nanotherapeutics has great potential to become a clinic candidate for anti-infective therapy in future.展开更多
BACKGROUND The degree of psychological stress and the difficulty and efficacy of laparoscopic surgery differ in patients with pelvic abscesses after different durations of antiinfection treatment.AIM To compare and an...BACKGROUND The degree of psychological stress and the difficulty and efficacy of laparoscopic surgery differ in patients with pelvic abscesses after different durations of antiinfection treatment.AIM To compare and analyse the effects of different durations of anti-infective therapy on patients’preoperative psychological stress level and the clinical efficacy of laparoscopic surgery in patients with pelvic abscesses to offer a reference for the selection of therapy plans.METHODS A total of 100 patients with pelvic abscesses who were admitted to the Department of Gynecology of Suzhou Ninth Hospital affiliated to Soochow University(Suzhou Ninth People's Hospital)from January 2018 to December 2022 were retrospectively enrolled.According to the different durations of antiinfective therapy,they were divided into Group S(50 patients,received antiinfective therapy for 24-48 h)and Group L(50 patients,received anti-infective therapy for 48-96 h).Baseline data,state-trait anxiety score at admission and before surgery,self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)+self-rating depression scale(SDS)score,surgery time,adhesion grading score,intraoperative blood loss,presence or absence of intraoperative intestinal injury,ureteral injury or bladder injury,postoperative body temperature,length of hospital stay,and presence or absence of recurrence within 3 mo after surgery,chronic pelvic pain,incision infection,dysmenorrhea,menstrual disorder or intestinal obstruction were compared between the S group and the L group.RESULTS There was no significant difference in the background data between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the state-trait anxiety score or SAS+SDS score between the S group and the L group on admission(P<0.05).The state-trait anxiety score and SAS+SDS score of the S group were lower than those of Group L after receiving different durations of anti-infective therapy(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the incidence of intestinal,ureteral or bladder injury between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).The surgery time of Group S was shorter than that of Group L,and the adhesion score and intraoperative blood loss volume were lower than those of Group L(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the incidence of incision infection,dysmenorrhea,menstrual disorder or intestinal obstruction between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).The postoperative body temperature of Group S was lower than that of Group L(P<0.05),and the hospital stay was shorter than that of Group L(P<0.05).The incidences of recurrence and chronic pelvic pain within 3 mo after surgery were lower than that of Group L(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Twenty-four to forty-eight hours of anti-infective therapy is better than 48-96 h of anti-infective therapy for patients with pelvic abscesses because the degree of psychological stress is lower,which is more conducive to achieving better outcomes after laparoscopic surgery.展开更多
Objective:To explore the preventive effects of anti-infective treatment on wound infection in emergency surgical trauma.Methods:180 patients in our hospital from 2019 to June to May 2020 were selected as subjects.The ...Objective:To explore the preventive effects of anti-infective treatment on wound infection in emergency surgical trauma.Methods:180 patients in our hospital from 2019 to June to May 2020 were selected as subjects.The 180 patients were randomly divided into two groups.The control group had 90 cases and adopted the conventional treatment method,and the experimental group received anti-infective treatment.The wound healing,infection status,and patient satisfaction of the two groups of patients were analyzed.Results:The wound healing,infection status,and patient satisfaction of the experimental group were better than those of the control group.Conclusion:The application of anti-infective treatment to the prevention of wound infection in emergency surgical trauma can reduce the infection rate of the patients'incision and promote the recovery of patients.It is suitable for clinical applications.展开更多
Objective:Research the chemical constituents of Paeonia suffruticosa that are responsible for its anti-infective properties.Methods:Several column chromatographic methods were used to purify the chemical constituents ...Objective:Research the chemical constituents of Paeonia suffruticosa that are responsible for its anti-infective properties.Methods:Several column chromatographic methods were used to purify the chemical constituents from P.suffruticosa,including medium pressure liquid chromatography,Sephadex LH-20,and normal silica gel.A disc diffusion method was used to screen for antibacterial activity,and their anti-virulence activity was assessed on the type III secretion system(T3SS)of Salmonella pathogenicity island 1(SPI-1)in Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium UK-1 g 8956 by SDS-PAGE and western blots.Results:Twenty-one compounds were identified.Compounds 7,8 and 17 showed moderate activity against S.aureus ATCC25923,compounds 8,9 and 10 showed weak activities against B.subtilis ACCC11060.Meanwhile,phenols(14-18)and flavonoids(20 and 21)inhibited T3SS protein secretion of S.typhimurium without affecting bacterial growth.Furthermore,a strong inhibitory effect was observed for 17 and 20 on SPI-1 mediated invasion of HeLa cells.Additionally,no toxicity was observed for these compounds.Conclusion:P.suffruticosa has anti-infective properties due in part to the fact that phenols and flavonoids can block the secretion of T3SS-associated protein effectors.展开更多
Aim: To evaluate in vitro the effectiveness of several anti-infective agents alone and in combination against Leishmania donovani. Method: A convenient stratified sampling method was used to obtain selected anti-infec...Aim: To evaluate in vitro the effectiveness of several anti-infective agents alone and in combination against Leishmania donovani. Method: A convenient stratified sampling method was used to obtain selected anti-infective agents. For individual drug samples, Half Maximal Inhibitory Concentrations (IC<sub>50</sub>) were obtained using the broth dilution method. The IC<sub>50’s</sub> of the drugs which were active against L. donovani were used as reference values to prepare drug combinations for the modified microdilution checkerboard method. Results: Five (5) out of the fifty-six (56) drugs used showed activity (inhibition of cell growth) against L. donovani cells. They include Quinine sulphate (IC<sub>50</sub> = 0.089 μg/ml), gentamicin (IC<sub>50</sub> = 8.1 μg/ml), amodiaquine (IC<sub>50</sub> = 138 μg/ml) and the two standard drugs: Amphotericin B (IC<sub>50</sub> = 6.3 μg/ml) and Pentamidine (IC<sub>50</sub> = 25 μg/ml). The remaining fifty-one (51) drugs did not show any inhibition within the range of concentrations used (1.25 - 160 μg/ml). The drug combinations of Pentamidine/Amodiaquine, Pentamidine/ Quinine sulphate, Pentamidine/Gentamicin, Amphotericin B/Quinine Sulphate, Amphotericin B/ Gentamicin, Amodiaquine/Quinine sulphate and Amodiaquine/Gentamicin showed synergistic effects against L. donovani whereas the Amphotericin B/Amodiaquine combination was antagonistic. Notable in the results obtained was the high effectiveness of quinine sulphate in inhibiting the growth of L. donovani. Quinine sulphate, though not indicated for leishmania treatment, was more effective than the two standard drugs and has a potential of playing a significant role in the treatment of leishmaniasis. Conclusion: This study has revealed five (5) anti-infective agents that by themselves or in combinations show activity against L. donovani. Some of the drug combinations which showed synergism should further be investigated. These results have to be confirmed by in vivo studies to define their roles in leishmaniasis treatment.展开更多
The low temperature,high salt content,and bacterial composition of a seawater environment can induce severe infections in open wounds,thus impeding wound healing.To date,numerous wound dressings have been developed fo...The low temperature,high salt content,and bacterial composition of a seawater environment can induce severe infections in open wounds,thus impeding wound healing.To date,numerous wound dressings have been developed for injuries and various antibacterial functions.However,ordinary antibacterial strategies could not provide long-term resistance to infections and could not promote wound healing.Here,we proposed a strategy for enhancing resistance to seawater immersion wound infection by killing bacteria and delivering bacterial antigens in situ.Specifically,MXene-embedded tannin-Eu^(3+)(M@TA-Eu)particles were constructed to effectively alleviate injuries infected through seawater immersion and persistently fight infection by forming in situ bacterial vaccines and immune memory.In the particle,the platform composed of TA and Eu3+exhibited provascularization and antigen presentation effects.MXenes with near-infrared photothermal effect were introduced to kill the bacteria,promote the recruitment of antigen presentation cells,and ultimately enhance vaccination efficacy.Experimental results showed that the particles not only effectively accelerated the healing of injuries by relieving wound inflammation and inhibiting bacteria but also produced a potent vaccination by forming in situ bacterial vaccines.Therefore,the M@TA-Eu particles are novel materials for high-grade anti-infection dressing.展开更多
Bacterial infections have always been a major threat to human health.Skin wounds are frequently exposed to the external environment,and they may become contaminated by bacteria derived from the surrounding skin,the lo...Bacterial infections have always been a major threat to human health.Skin wounds are frequently exposed to the external environment,and they may become contaminated by bacteria derived from the surrounding skin,the local environment,and the patient’s own endogenous sources.Contaminated wounds may enter a state of chronic inflammation that impedes healing.Urgent development of antibacterial wound dressings capable of effectively combating bacteria and overcoming resistance is necessary.Nanotechnology and nanomaterials present promising potential as innovative strategies for antimicrobial wound dressings,owing to their robust antibacterial characteristics and the inherent advantage of avoiding antibiotic resistance.Therefore,this review provides a concise overview of the antimicrobial mechanisms exhibited by low-dimensional nanomaterials.It further categorizes common low-dimensional antimicrobial nanomaterials into zero-dimensional(0D),one-dimensional(1D)and two-dimensional(2D)nanomaterials based on their structural characteristics,and gives a detailed compendium of the latest research advances and applications of different low-dimensional antimicrobial nanomaterials in wound healing,which could be helpful for the development of more effective wound dressings.展开更多
Infection is one of the major causes of failure of orthopedic implants. Our previous study demonstrated that nanotube modification of the implant surface, together with nanotubes loaded with quaternized chitosan （hyd...Infection is one of the major causes of failure of orthopedic implants. Our previous study demonstrated that nanotube modification of the implant surface, together with nanotubes loaded with quaternized chitosan （hydroxypropyltrimethyl ammonium chloride chitosan, HACC）, could effectively inhibit bacterial adherence and biofilm formation in vitro. Therefore, the aim of this study was to further investigate the in vitro cytocompatibility with osteogenic cells and the in vivo anti-infection activity of titanium implants with HACC-loaded nanotubes （NT-H）. The titanium implant （Ti）, nanotubes without polymer loading （NT）, and nanotubes loaded with chitosan （NT-C） were fabricated and served as controls. Firstly, we evaluated the cytocompatibility of these specimens with human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells in vitro. The observation of cell attachment, proliferation, spreading, and viability in vitro showed that NT-H has improved osteogenic activity compared with Ti and NT-C. A prophylaxis rat model with implantation in the femoral medullary cavity and inoculation with methiciUin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus was established and evaluated by radiographical, microbiological, and histopathological assessments. Our in vivo study demonstrated that NT-H coatings exhibited significant anti-infection capability compared with the Ti and NT-C groups. In conclusion, HACC-loaded nanotubes fabricated on a titanium substrate show good compatibility with osteogenic cells and enhanced anti-infection ability in vivo, providing a good foundation for clinical application to combat orthopedic implant-associated infections.展开更多
In order to study the anti-infection effect of phoshporylated Agaricus blazei polysaccharide on mice, mice were drenched phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide for 14 d, and an A. blazei polysaccharide control group ...In order to study the anti-infection effect of phoshporylated Agaricus blazei polysaccharide on mice, mice were drenched phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide for 14 d, and an A. blazei polysaccharide control group and a blank control group were also set. The mice in all the three groups were infected with Escherichia coli on the 15 th day and the 29 th day of the experiment, the body weight of the mice in each group was recorded, as well as the spleen index on the 29 th day of infection and the 36 th day of the experiment, and the anti- E. coli titer in serum was also detected. The results showed that phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide could promote and maintain the development of spleen, and improve the immune response of organisms, thereby resisting bacterial infection. Furthermore, phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide has better immunoregulation and anti-infection effects than A. blazei polysaccharide, and could play an important role in veterinary clinical treatment and prevention and control of diseases as a immunologic adjuvant or immunopotentiator.展开更多
Marine natural products(MNPs)and marine organisms include sea urchin,sea squirts or ascidians,sea cucumbers,sea snake,sponge,soft coral,marine algae,and microalgae.As vital biomedical resources for the discovery of ma...Marine natural products(MNPs)and marine organisms include sea urchin,sea squirts or ascidians,sea cucumbers,sea snake,sponge,soft coral,marine algae,and microalgae.As vital biomedical resources for the discovery of marine drugs,bioactive molecules,and agents,these MNPs have bioactive potentials of antioxidant,anti-infection,anti-inflammatory,anticoagulant,anti-diabetic effects,cancer treatment,and improvement of human immunity.This article reviews the role of MNPs on anti-infection of coronavirus,SARS-CoV-2 and its major variants(such as Delta and Omicron)as well as tuberculosis,H.Pylori,and HIV infection,and as promising biomedical resources for infection related cardiovascular disease(irCVD),diabetes,and cancer.The anti-inflammatory mechanisms of current MNPs against SARS-CoV-2 infection are also discussed.Since the use of other chemical agents for COVID-19 treatment are associated with some adverse effects in cardiovascular system,MNPs have more therapeutic advantages.Herein,it’s time to protect this ecosystem for better sustainable development in the new era of ocean economy.As huge,novel and promising biomedical resources for anti-infection of SARS-CoV-2 and irCVD,the novel potential mechanisms of MNPs may be through multiple targets and pathways regulating human immunity and inhibiting inflammation.In conclusion,MNPs are worthy of translational research for further clinical application.展开更多
Objective: To explore the clinical value of surgical treatment and postoperative anti-infection treatment for acute suppurative appendicitis. Methods: A total of 116 patients with acute suppurative appendicitis were e...Objective: To explore the clinical value of surgical treatment and postoperative anti-infection treatment for acute suppurative appendicitis. Methods: A total of 116 patients with acute suppurative appendicitis were enrolled in this study. The collection period was from December 2021 to December 2023. The patients were randomly grouped into a control group (surgical treatment) and an observation group (surgical treatment and postoperative anti-infection treatment), of 58 patients each. At the end of the treatment, the results of each index of the two groups were compared. Results: The length of hospitalization time, exhaust time, and incidence of complications in the observation group were shorter than those of the control group (P < 0.05). The total effective rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: It is crucial to perform anti-infective treatment promptly after surgical treatment in patients with acute suppurative appendicitis. It can effectively prevent the occurrence of complications and improve the clinical efficacy. Hence, it is worthy of research and promotion.展开更多
The rapid emergence of drug-resistant microbial pathogens has posed challenges to global health in the twenty-first century.This development has significantly made most antibiotics ineffective in the treatment of infe...The rapid emergence of drug-resistant microbial pathogens has posed challenges to global health in the twenty-first century.This development has significantly made most antibiotics ineffective in the treatment of infections they cause,resulting in increasing treatment costs and annual death rates.To address the challenge posed by these pathogens,we explore the potential of secondary metabolites from Aspergillus species as a source of new and effective therapeutic agents to treat drug-resistant infections.Terpenoids,a distinct group of natural products,are extensively distributed in plants and fungi,and have been attributed with significant antibacterial,anticancer,and antiviral activities.In this review,we present an overview of Aspergillus species,and review the novel terpenoids isolated from them from 2019 to April 2024,highlighting anti-infective activity against members of the ESKAPE pathogens.We further focus on the strategies through which the structural framework of these new terpenoids could be modified and/or optimized to feed a pipeline of new lead compounds targeting microbial pathogens.Overall,this review provides insight into the therapeutic applications of terpenoids sourced from Aspergillus species and the potential for the discovery of new compounds from these fungi to combat antimicrobial resistance.展开更多
Interference with quorum sensing(QS)represents an antivirulence strategy with a significant promise for the treatment of bacterial infections and a new approach to restoring antibiotic tolerance.Over the past two deca...Interference with quorum sensing(QS)represents an antivirulence strategy with a significant promise for the treatment of bacterial infections and a new approach to restoring antibiotic tolerance.Over the past two decades,a novel series of studies have reported that quorum quenching approaches and the discovery of quorum sensing inhibitors(QSIs)have a strong impact on the discovery of anti-infective drugs against various types of bacteria.The discovery of QSI was demonstrated to be an appropriate strategy to expand the anti-infective therapeutic approaches to complement classical antibiotics and antimicrobial agents.For the discovery of QSIs,diverse approaches exist and develop in-step with the scale of screening as well as specific QS systems.This review highlights the latest findings in strategies and methodologies for QSI screening,involving activity-based screening with bioassays,chemical methods to seek bacterial QS pathways for QSI discovery,virtual screening for QSI screening,and other potential tools for interpreting QS signaling,which are innovative routes for future efforts to discover additional QSIs to combat bacterial infections.展开更多
AIM:The eradication rate of Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) shows variation among countries and regimens of treatment. We aimed to study the eradication rates of different regimens in our region and some factors affect...AIM:The eradication rate of Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) shows variation among countries and regimens of treatment. We aimed to study the eradication rates of different regimens in our region and some factors affecting the rate of eradication. METHODS:One hundred and sixty-four H pylori positive patients (68 males,96 females;mean age:48±12 years) with duodenal or gastric ulcer without a smoking history were included in the study.The patients were divided into three groups according to the treatment regimens.Omeprazole 20mg,clarithromycin 500mg,amoxicillin 1g were given twice daily for 1 week (Group Ⅰ) and 2 weeks (Group Ⅱ). Patients in Group Ⅲ received bismuth subsitrate 300mg, tetracyline 500mg and metronidazole 500mg four times daily in addition to Omeprazole 20mg twice daily.Two biopsies each before and after treatment were obtained from antrum and corpus,and histopathologically evaluated. Eradication was assumed to be successful if no H pylorus was detected from four biopsy specimens taken after treatment.The effects of factors like age,sex,H pylori density on antrum and corpus before treatment,the total H pylori density,and the inflammation scores on the rate of H pylori eradication were evaluated. RESULTS:The overall eradication rate was 42%.The rates in groups Ⅱ and Ⅲ were statistically higher than that in group Ⅰ (P<0.05).The rates of eradication were 24.5%, 40.7% and 61.5% in groups Ⅰ,Ⅱ and Ⅲ,respectively.The eradication rate was negatively related to either corpus H pylori density or total H pylori density (P<0.05).The median age was older in the group in which the eradication failed in comparison to that with successful eradication (55 yr vs 39 yr,P<0.001).No correlation between sex and H pylori eradication was found. CONCLUSION:Our rates of eradication were significantly lower when compared to those reported in literature.We believe that advanced age and high H pylori density are negative predictive factors for the rate of H pylori eradication.展开更多
OBJECTIVE： To evaluate the antibacterial activity of the combination of different honey brands and methanolic fraction of Herba Ocimi Basilici using agar well diffusion assay. METHODS： The antibacterial activity was...OBJECTIVE： To evaluate the antibacterial activity of the combination of different honey brands and methanolic fraction of Herba Ocimi Basilici using agar well diffusion assay. METHODS： The antibacterial activity was deter- mined against thirteen pathogenic bacterial clini- cal isolates including six gram negative （Klebsiella pneumonia, Pseudomonas aeroginosa, Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Salmonella typhimirium, Xanthomonas campestris） and six gram positive strains （Enterococcus faecalis faecalis, Bacillus subti- lis, Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium perfringens type C, Clostridium perfringens type D, CIostridium chauvoei）. Agar well diffusion method was used while zones of inhibition were measured with verni- er scale. RESULTS： At higher concentration, all the honey brands showed good to significant activity. Thehighest activity was observed for Hamdard brand honey （27.60±0.40） against Enterococcus faecalis. CONCLUSION： These results revealed that combi- nations of plant extracts of Herba Ocimi Basilici with honey can be used for the development of potent and novel antibacterial agents.展开更多
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities along with total phenolic and flavonoids contents extracted from Lespedeza bicolor indigenous to Khyber Pukhtoonkhwa Pakistan.METHODS: An...OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities along with total phenolic and flavonoids contents extracted from Lespedeza bicolor indigenous to Khyber Pukhtoonkhwa Pakistan.METHODS: Anticancer activity against human lung carcinoma(LU-1) and human prostate carcinoma(Ln Cap), antimicrobial against Aspergillus fumigates, Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani, Mucor sp Klebsiella pneumonia and Enterococcus and antioxidant activity on 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazy(DPPH) and Hydrogen peroxide radicals scavenging activity were assessed in methanol extract o Lespedeza bicolor.RESULTS: Lespedeza bicolor aerial parts and root extract showed IC_(50)value of 12.5 and 50 μg/m L against LU-1 whereas, ≤ 12.5 and 12 μg/m L were calculated against Ln Cap cell line. Minimum inhibition concentration(MIC) value of 20-35 μg/m L has been observed against Aspergillus fumigates, Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani and Mucor sp in comparision with 1-2.5 μg/m L of Terbinafine used as a standard fungicide. MIC value of 20 and 35 μg/m L of Lespedeza bicolor aerial parts and root extract against bacterial pathogen Klebsiella pneumonia and 20-50 μg/m L against Enterococcus has been measured. DPPH radical scavenging activity of Lespedeza bicolor with IC_(50)values of ≤ 50 μg/m L and ≤ 200 μg/m L was observed whereas, hydrogen peroxide scavenging activity with IC_(50)values of ≤25 μg/m L for aerial parts and ≤ 50 μg/m L for the root extract of Lespedeza bicolor has been shown.CONCLUSION: These data suggested that the methanolic extract of Lespedeza bicolor could be potential candidates for natural antioxidants and anticancer.展开更多
BACKGROUND Gardnerella vaginalis(G.vaginalis)is a facultative anaerobic bacteria known to cause bloodstream infections.However,cases are very rare in clinics.There is very limited clinical experience in the treatment ...BACKGROUND Gardnerella vaginalis(G.vaginalis)is a facultative anaerobic bacteria known to cause bloodstream infections.However,cases are very rare in clinics.There is very limited clinical experience in the treatment of bloodstream infections caused by G.vaginalis.Therefore,there is an urgent need for effective antibacterial drugs to treat patients with bloodstream infections caused by G.vaginalis.CASE SUMMARY A woman who underwent a cesarean section presented with a sudden onset of high fever 1-d post-surgery.The blood cultures suggested an infection due to G.vaginalis,and treatment with cefoperazone-sulbactam was started.After 5 d of treatment,there was a decrease in the hemogram;however,the temperature and C-reactive protein levels remained high.Based on clinical experience and a review of literature,the treatment was modified to include ornidazole in combination with cefoperazone-sulbactam.Following a week of treatment,the temperature,hemogram and C-reactive protein levels returned to normal,and blood cultures turned negative,suggesting a therapeutic effect of the combination treatment.CONCLUSION This case highlighted the effective use of cefoperazone-sulbactam combined with ornidazole for bloodstream infection caused by G.vaginalis following a cesarean section.展开更多
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate biological potential of methanol and n-hexane extracts of aerial parts in seven species of family Poaceae.METHODS: Qualitative phytochemical tests were done by using standard protocols. In vitro...OBJECTIVE: To evaluate biological potential of methanol and n-hexane extracts of aerial parts in seven species of family Poaceae.METHODS: Qualitative phytochemical tests were done by using standard protocols. In vitro antioxidant activity was performed via different assays and antimicrobial potential was observed via disc diffusion method. Cytotoxic activity was carried out using brine shrimps’ assay.RESULTS: Phytochemical studies revealed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, phenols,steroids, saponins, tannins, anthocyanins and coumarins in most of the plant extracts. Maximum antioxidant and antimicrobial potential were observed in Cymbopogon citratus methanol extract and Cymbopogon citratus n-hexane extract along with significant number of total flavonoids and phenols contents. However, Polypogon monspeliensis methanol extract and Polypogon monspeliensis n-hexane extract showed minimum antioxidant as well as antimicrobial potential. Moreover, methanol extracts showed a cytotoxic effect with their effectiveness ranked Polypogon monspeliensis methanol extract > Cymbopogon citratus methanol extract > Phalaris minor n-hexane extract > Aristida funiculata methanol extract > Stipagrostis plumosa methanol extract > Cenchrus ciliaris methanol extract > Panicum antidotale methanol extract. Similarly, n-hexane plant extracts revealed cytotoxic activity in decreasing order Cenchrus ciliaris n-hexane extract > Stipagrostis plumosa n-hexane extract > Phalaris minor n-hexane extract > Aristida funiculata n-hexane extract > Polypogon monspeliensis n-hexane extract > Panicum antidotale n-hexane extract > Cymbopogon citratus n-hexane extract respectively.CONCLUSION: Methanol extracts exhibit significant antioxidant and antimicrobial potential which can be correlated to their medicinal values. The observed brine shrimp’s lethality of the plant extracts revealed the presence of potent cytotoxic components in these plants.展开更多
OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the anti-bacterial activities of titanium dioxide(Ti O;)nanoparticles of Origanum(O.)vulgare and Hypericum(H.)perforatum extracts,carvacrol and hypericin against Staphylococcus(S.)aureus.METHODS:...OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the anti-bacterial activities of titanium dioxide(Ti O;)nanoparticles of Origanum(O.)vulgare and Hypericum(H.)perforatum extracts,carvacrol and hypericin against Staphylococcus(S.)aureus.METHODS:In this study,Ti O;nanoparticles of O.vulgare and H.perforatum extracts,carvacrol and hypericin,were prepared and their antibacterial effects were evaluated against Staphylococcus(S.)aureus.In this study,scanning electron microscope,fourier transform infrared spectrometer,atomic force microscopy,dynamic light scattering and zeta potential were used to investigate the structure of synthesized drugs.RESULTS:Anti-bacterial activity of synthesized NPs was tested by minimum inhibitory concentration(MIC),minimum bactericidal concentration and disc diffusion method.MICs of Ti O;-NPs synthesized using O.vulgare,H.perforatum,carvacrol and hypericin and Ti O;were obtained 250,62.5,250,and 250,and 500μg/m L,respectively.The MBCs for all of these were obtained 1000μg/m L.CONCLUSION:Green-synthesized of Ti O;nanoparticles provides a promising approach to the use of O.vulgare and H.perforatum,carvacrol and hypericin as novel agents and safer antibacterial compounds,especially anti-S.aureus compounds.展开更多
Microdialysis is a technique used to measure the unbound antibiotic concentration in the interstitial spaces, the target site of action. In vitro recovery studies are essential to calibrating the microdialysis system ...Microdialysis is a technique used to measure the unbound antibiotic concentration in the interstitial spaces, the target site of action. In vitro recovery studies are essential to calibrating the microdialysis system for in vivo studies. The effect of a combination of antibiotics on recovery into microdialysate requires investigation. In vitro microdialysis recovery studies were conducted on a combination of vancomycin and tobramycin, in a simulated in vivo model. Comparison was made between recoveries for three different concentrations and three different perfusate flow rates. The overall relative recovery for vancomycin was lower than that of tobramycin. For tobramycin, a concentration of 20μg/mL and flow rate of 1.0μL/min had the best recovery. A concentration of 5.0μg/mL and flow rate of 1.0μL/min yielded maximal recovery for vancomycin. Large molecular size and higher protein binding resulted in lower relative recoveries for vancomycin. Perfusate flow rates and drug concentrations affected the relative recovery when a combination of vancomycin and tobramycin was tested. Low perfusate flow rates were associated with higher recovery rates. For combination antibiotic measurement which includes agents that are highly protein bound, in vitro studies performed prior to in vivo studies may ensure the reliable measurement of unbound concentrations.展开更多
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 81803723, 51903062)Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation (No. 2019B1515120006)+2 种基金Guangdong Province Universities and Colleges Pearl River Scholar Funded Scheme (2019), Innovation and Entrepreneurship Team Leads the Pilot Program of Zhanjiang (No. 2020LHJH005)Discipline Construction Project of Guangdong Medical University (No. 4SG22002G)Science and Technology Projects of Guangzhou (No. 202102020757)。
文摘Cu_(2-x)S nanostructures have been intensively studied as outstanding chemodynamic therapy(CDT)and good photothermal therapy(PTT)antibacterial agents due to their highly efficient Cu(Ⅰ)-initiated Fenton-like catalytic activity and good photothermal conversion property.However,they still suffer from shortage of Cu(Ⅰ)supply in the long-term and comparatively low inherent photothermal conversion efficiency.Herein,we constructed a self-enhanced synergistic PTT/CDT nanoplatform(Cu_(1.94)S@MPN)by coating Cu_(1.94)S nanoparticles with Fe(Ⅲ)/tannic acid based metal-polyphenol networks(MPN).Activated by the acidic bacterial infection microenvironment,Cu_(1.94)S@MPN could be decomposed to continuously release Cu(Ⅱ),Fe(Ⅲ)ions and tannic acid.As the result of tannic acid-involved Cu and Fe redox cycling,Cu(Ⅰ)/Fe(Ⅱ)-rich CDT could be achieved through the highly accelerated catalytic Fenton/Fenton-like reactions.More importantly,experimental results demonstrated that Cu_(1.94)S@MPN exhibited both excellent photothermal antibacterial and photothermal-enhanced CDT properties to eradicate bacteria in vitro and in vivo.Overall,this novel nanotherapeutics has great potential to become a clinic candidate for anti-infective therapy in future.
文摘BACKGROUND The degree of psychological stress and the difficulty and efficacy of laparoscopic surgery differ in patients with pelvic abscesses after different durations of antiinfection treatment.AIM To compare and analyse the effects of different durations of anti-infective therapy on patients’preoperative psychological stress level and the clinical efficacy of laparoscopic surgery in patients with pelvic abscesses to offer a reference for the selection of therapy plans.METHODS A total of 100 patients with pelvic abscesses who were admitted to the Department of Gynecology of Suzhou Ninth Hospital affiliated to Soochow University(Suzhou Ninth People's Hospital)from January 2018 to December 2022 were retrospectively enrolled.According to the different durations of antiinfective therapy,they were divided into Group S(50 patients,received antiinfective therapy for 24-48 h)and Group L(50 patients,received anti-infective therapy for 48-96 h).Baseline data,state-trait anxiety score at admission and before surgery,self-rating anxiety scale(SAS)+self-rating depression scale(SDS)score,surgery time,adhesion grading score,intraoperative blood loss,presence or absence of intraoperative intestinal injury,ureteral injury or bladder injury,postoperative body temperature,length of hospital stay,and presence or absence of recurrence within 3 mo after surgery,chronic pelvic pain,incision infection,dysmenorrhea,menstrual disorder or intestinal obstruction were compared between the S group and the L group.RESULTS There was no significant difference in the background data between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the state-trait anxiety score or SAS+SDS score between the S group and the L group on admission(P<0.05).The state-trait anxiety score and SAS+SDS score of the S group were lower than those of Group L after receiving different durations of anti-infective therapy(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the incidence of intestinal,ureteral or bladder injury between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).The surgery time of Group S was shorter than that of Group L,and the adhesion score and intraoperative blood loss volume were lower than those of Group L(P<0.05).There was no significant difference in the incidence of incision infection,dysmenorrhea,menstrual disorder or intestinal obstruction between the S group and the L group(P<0.05).The postoperative body temperature of Group S was lower than that of Group L(P<0.05),and the hospital stay was shorter than that of Group L(P<0.05).The incidences of recurrence and chronic pelvic pain within 3 mo after surgery were lower than that of Group L(P<0.05).CONCLUSION Twenty-four to forty-eight hours of anti-infective therapy is better than 48-96 h of anti-infective therapy for patients with pelvic abscesses because the degree of psychological stress is lower,which is more conducive to achieving better outcomes after laparoscopic surgery.
文摘Objective:To explore the preventive effects of anti-infective treatment on wound infection in emergency surgical trauma.Methods:180 patients in our hospital from 2019 to June to May 2020 were selected as subjects.The 180 patients were randomly divided into two groups.The control group had 90 cases and adopted the conventional treatment method,and the experimental group received anti-infective treatment.The wound healing,infection status,and patient satisfaction of the two groups of patients were analyzed.Results:The wound healing,infection status,and patient satisfaction of the experimental group were better than those of the control group.Conclusion:The application of anti-infective treatment to the prevention of wound infection in emergency surgical trauma can reduce the infection rate of the patients'incision and promote the recovery of patients.It is suitable for clinical applications.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(2217070336,81673317)the Program for Changjiang Scholars andInnovative Research Team in University(IRT_17R68)。
文摘Objective:Research the chemical constituents of Paeonia suffruticosa that are responsible for its anti-infective properties.Methods:Several column chromatographic methods were used to purify the chemical constituents from P.suffruticosa,including medium pressure liquid chromatography,Sephadex LH-20,and normal silica gel.A disc diffusion method was used to screen for antibacterial activity,and their anti-virulence activity was assessed on the type III secretion system(T3SS)of Salmonella pathogenicity island 1(SPI-1)in Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium UK-1 g 8956 by SDS-PAGE and western blots.Results:Twenty-one compounds were identified.Compounds 7,8 and 17 showed moderate activity against S.aureus ATCC25923,compounds 8,9 and 10 showed weak activities against B.subtilis ACCC11060.Meanwhile,phenols(14-18)and flavonoids(20 and 21)inhibited T3SS protein secretion of S.typhimurium without affecting bacterial growth.Furthermore,a strong inhibitory effect was observed for 17 and 20 on SPI-1 mediated invasion of HeLa cells.Additionally,no toxicity was observed for these compounds.Conclusion:P.suffruticosa has anti-infective properties due in part to the fact that phenols and flavonoids can block the secretion of T3SS-associated protein effectors.
文摘Aim: To evaluate in vitro the effectiveness of several anti-infective agents alone and in combination against Leishmania donovani. Method: A convenient stratified sampling method was used to obtain selected anti-infective agents. For individual drug samples, Half Maximal Inhibitory Concentrations (IC<sub>50</sub>) were obtained using the broth dilution method. The IC<sub>50’s</sub> of the drugs which were active against L. donovani were used as reference values to prepare drug combinations for the modified microdilution checkerboard method. Results: Five (5) out of the fifty-six (56) drugs used showed activity (inhibition of cell growth) against L. donovani cells. They include Quinine sulphate (IC<sub>50</sub> = 0.089 μg/ml), gentamicin (IC<sub>50</sub> = 8.1 μg/ml), amodiaquine (IC<sub>50</sub> = 138 μg/ml) and the two standard drugs: Amphotericin B (IC<sub>50</sub> = 6.3 μg/ml) and Pentamidine (IC<sub>50</sub> = 25 μg/ml). The remaining fifty-one (51) drugs did not show any inhibition within the range of concentrations used (1.25 - 160 μg/ml). The drug combinations of Pentamidine/Amodiaquine, Pentamidine/ Quinine sulphate, Pentamidine/Gentamicin, Amphotericin B/Quinine Sulphate, Amphotericin B/ Gentamicin, Amodiaquine/Quinine sulphate and Amodiaquine/Gentamicin showed synergistic effects against L. donovani whereas the Amphotericin B/Amodiaquine combination was antagonistic. Notable in the results obtained was the high effectiveness of quinine sulphate in inhibiting the growth of L. donovani. Quinine sulphate, though not indicated for leishmania treatment, was more effective than the two standard drugs and has a potential of playing a significant role in the treatment of leishmaniasis. Conclusion: This study has revealed five (5) anti-infective agents that by themselves or in combinations show activity against L. donovani. Some of the drug combinations which showed synergism should further be investigated. These results have to be confirmed by in vivo studies to define their roles in leishmaniasis treatment.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2018YFC0311103)the Project of Science and Technology Innovation Cultivation for University Students of Guangdong Province(No.pdjh202010062)+6 种基金the Science and Technology Project of Guangzhou City(No.2018020100)the General Program of China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2021M701599)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.32201083)the Science and Technology Program of Heyuan,China(No.230510171473326)the Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,China(No.2024A03J0232)the Medical Scientific Research Foundation of Guangdong Province of China(No.A2020548)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,China(No.21623403).
文摘The low temperature,high salt content,and bacterial composition of a seawater environment can induce severe infections in open wounds,thus impeding wound healing.To date,numerous wound dressings have been developed for injuries and various antibacterial functions.However,ordinary antibacterial strategies could not provide long-term resistance to infections and could not promote wound healing.Here,we proposed a strategy for enhancing resistance to seawater immersion wound infection by killing bacteria and delivering bacterial antigens in situ.Specifically,MXene-embedded tannin-Eu^(3+)(M@TA-Eu)particles were constructed to effectively alleviate injuries infected through seawater immersion and persistently fight infection by forming in situ bacterial vaccines and immune memory.In the particle,the platform composed of TA and Eu3+exhibited provascularization and antigen presentation effects.MXenes with near-infrared photothermal effect were introduced to kill the bacteria,promote the recruitment of antigen presentation cells,and ultimately enhance vaccination efficacy.Experimental results showed that the particles not only effectively accelerated the healing of injuries by relieving wound inflammation and inhibiting bacteria but also produced a potent vaccination by forming in situ bacterial vaccines.Therefore,the M@TA-Eu particles are novel materials for high-grade anti-infection dressing.
基金financially supportsed by National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52173150)Guangzhou Science and Technology Program City-University Joint Funding Project(No.2023A03J0001)Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2022M723670).
文摘Bacterial infections have always been a major threat to human health.Skin wounds are frequently exposed to the external environment,and they may become contaminated by bacteria derived from the surrounding skin,the local environment,and the patient’s own endogenous sources.Contaminated wounds may enter a state of chronic inflammation that impedes healing.Urgent development of antibacterial wound dressings capable of effectively combating bacteria and overcoming resistance is necessary.Nanotechnology and nanomaterials present promising potential as innovative strategies for antimicrobial wound dressings,owing to their robust antibacterial characteristics and the inherent advantage of avoiding antibiotic resistance.Therefore,this review provides a concise overview of the antimicrobial mechanisms exhibited by low-dimensional nanomaterials.It further categorizes common low-dimensional antimicrobial nanomaterials into zero-dimensional(0D),one-dimensional(1D)and two-dimensional(2D)nanomaterials based on their structural characteristics,and gives a detailed compendium of the latest research advances and applications of different low-dimensional antimicrobial nanomaterials in wound healing,which could be helpful for the development of more effective wound dressings.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (No.31271015,81501856)National Key R&D Program (2016YFC1102100)+1 种基金Shanghai Science and Technology Development Fund (13JC1403900,13DZ2294000)Medical Engineering Collaborative Project of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (YG2014ZD01)
文摘Infection is one of the major causes of failure of orthopedic implants. Our previous study demonstrated that nanotube modification of the implant surface, together with nanotubes loaded with quaternized chitosan （hydroxypropyltrimethyl ammonium chloride chitosan, HACC）, could effectively inhibit bacterial adherence and biofilm formation in vitro. Therefore, the aim of this study was to further investigate the in vitro cytocompatibility with osteogenic cells and the in vivo anti-infection activity of titanium implants with HACC-loaded nanotubes （NT-H）. The titanium implant （Ti）, nanotubes without polymer loading （NT）, and nanotubes loaded with chitosan （NT-C） were fabricated and served as controls. Firstly, we evaluated the cytocompatibility of these specimens with human bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells in vitro. The observation of cell attachment, proliferation, spreading, and viability in vitro showed that NT-H has improved osteogenic activity compared with Ti and NT-C. A prophylaxis rat model with implantation in the femoral medullary cavity and inoculation with methiciUin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus was established and evaluated by radiographical, microbiological, and histopathological assessments. Our in vivo study demonstrated that NT-H coatings exhibited significant anti-infection capability compared with the Ti and NT-C groups. In conclusion, HACC-loaded nanotubes fabricated on a titanium substrate show good compatibility with osteogenic cells and enhanced anti-infection ability in vivo, providing a good foundation for clinical application to combat orthopedic implant-associated infections.
基金Supported by Tianjin Science and Technology Popularization Project(17KPHDSF00110)Education Reform,Innovation and Guidance Program for Teachers in Universities of TianJ in Agricultural University(20171003)
文摘In order to study the anti-infection effect of phoshporylated Agaricus blazei polysaccharide on mice, mice were drenched phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide for 14 d, and an A. blazei polysaccharide control group and a blank control group were also set. The mice in all the three groups were infected with Escherichia coli on the 15 th day and the 29 th day of the experiment, the body weight of the mice in each group was recorded, as well as the spleen index on the 29 th day of infection and the 36 th day of the experiment, and the anti- E. coli titer in serum was also detected. The results showed that phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide could promote and maintain the development of spleen, and improve the immune response of organisms, thereby resisting bacterial infection. Furthermore, phoshporylated A. blazei polysaccharide has better immunoregulation and anti-infection effects than A. blazei polysaccharide, and could play an important role in veterinary clinical treatment and prevention and control of diseases as a immunologic adjuvant or immunopotentiator.
文摘Marine natural products(MNPs)and marine organisms include sea urchin,sea squirts or ascidians,sea cucumbers,sea snake,sponge,soft coral,marine algae,and microalgae.As vital biomedical resources for the discovery of marine drugs,bioactive molecules,and agents,these MNPs have bioactive potentials of antioxidant,anti-infection,anti-inflammatory,anticoagulant,anti-diabetic effects,cancer treatment,and improvement of human immunity.This article reviews the role of MNPs on anti-infection of coronavirus,SARS-CoV-2 and its major variants(such as Delta and Omicron)as well as tuberculosis,H.Pylori,and HIV infection,and as promising biomedical resources for infection related cardiovascular disease(irCVD),diabetes,and cancer.The anti-inflammatory mechanisms of current MNPs against SARS-CoV-2 infection are also discussed.Since the use of other chemical agents for COVID-19 treatment are associated with some adverse effects in cardiovascular system,MNPs have more therapeutic advantages.Herein,it’s time to protect this ecosystem for better sustainable development in the new era of ocean economy.As huge,novel and promising biomedical resources for anti-infection of SARS-CoV-2 and irCVD,the novel potential mechanisms of MNPs may be through multiple targets and pathways regulating human immunity and inhibiting inflammation.In conclusion,MNPs are worthy of translational research for further clinical application.
文摘Objective: To explore the clinical value of surgical treatment and postoperative anti-infection treatment for acute suppurative appendicitis. Methods: A total of 116 patients with acute suppurative appendicitis were enrolled in this study. The collection period was from December 2021 to December 2023. The patients were randomly grouped into a control group (surgical treatment) and an observation group (surgical treatment and postoperative anti-infection treatment), of 58 patients each. At the end of the treatment, the results of each index of the two groups were compared. Results: The length of hospitalization time, exhaust time, and incidence of complications in the observation group were shorter than those of the control group (P < 0.05). The total effective rate of the observation group was higher than that of the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: It is crucial to perform anti-infective treatment promptly after surgical treatment in patients with acute suppurative appendicitis. It can effectively prevent the occurrence of complications and improve the clinical efficacy. Hence, it is worthy of research and promotion.
基金supported by grants awarded to RAD by the South African Medical Research Council(SAMRC),with funds received from the South African National Department of Health,and the UK Medical Research Council,with funds received from the UK Government's Newton Fund(Grant No.:96185)by South African National Research Foundation(NRF)through the DSI/NRF South African Research Chair Initiative(NRF UID 87583)+2 种基金OO was supported by a Rhodes University Post-Doctoral FellowshipIN and TS received Post-Doctoral Fellowships from the SAMRCDA was supported by DAAD Scholarship(Reference number:91758998).
文摘The rapid emergence of drug-resistant microbial pathogens has posed challenges to global health in the twenty-first century.This development has significantly made most antibiotics ineffective in the treatment of infections they cause,resulting in increasing treatment costs and annual death rates.To address the challenge posed by these pathogens,we explore the potential of secondary metabolites from Aspergillus species as a source of new and effective therapeutic agents to treat drug-resistant infections.Terpenoids,a distinct group of natural products,are extensively distributed in plants and fungi,and have been attributed with significant antibacterial,anticancer,and antiviral activities.In this review,we present an overview of Aspergillus species,and review the novel terpenoids isolated from them from 2019 to April 2024,highlighting anti-infective activity against members of the ESKAPE pathogens.We further focus on the strategies through which the structural framework of these new terpenoids could be modified and/or optimized to feed a pipeline of new lead compounds targeting microbial pathogens.Overall,this review provides insight into the therapeutic applications of terpenoids sourced from Aspergillus species and the potential for the discovery of new compounds from these fungi to combat antimicrobial resistance.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.: 81803812)
文摘Interference with quorum sensing(QS)represents an antivirulence strategy with a significant promise for the treatment of bacterial infections and a new approach to restoring antibiotic tolerance.Over the past two decades,a novel series of studies have reported that quorum quenching approaches and the discovery of quorum sensing inhibitors(QSIs)have a strong impact on the discovery of anti-infective drugs against various types of bacteria.The discovery of QSI was demonstrated to be an appropriate strategy to expand the anti-infective therapeutic approaches to complement classical antibiotics and antimicrobial agents.For the discovery of QSIs,diverse approaches exist and develop in-step with the scale of screening as well as specific QS systems.This review highlights the latest findings in strategies and methodologies for QSI screening,involving activity-based screening with bioassays,chemical methods to seek bacterial QS pathways for QSI discovery,virtual screening for QSI screening,and other potential tools for interpreting QS signaling,which are innovative routes for future efforts to discover additional QSIs to combat bacterial infections.
文摘AIM:The eradication rate of Helicobacter pylori (H pylori) shows variation among countries and regimens of treatment. We aimed to study the eradication rates of different regimens in our region and some factors affecting the rate of eradication. METHODS:One hundred and sixty-four H pylori positive patients (68 males,96 females;mean age:48±12 years) with duodenal or gastric ulcer without a smoking history were included in the study.The patients were divided into three groups according to the treatment regimens.Omeprazole 20mg,clarithromycin 500mg,amoxicillin 1g were given twice daily for 1 week (Group Ⅰ) and 2 weeks (Group Ⅱ). Patients in Group Ⅲ received bismuth subsitrate 300mg, tetracyline 500mg and metronidazole 500mg four times daily in addition to Omeprazole 20mg twice daily.Two biopsies each before and after treatment were obtained from antrum and corpus,and histopathologically evaluated. Eradication was assumed to be successful if no H pylorus was detected from four biopsy specimens taken after treatment.The effects of factors like age,sex,H pylori density on antrum and corpus before treatment,the total H pylori density,and the inflammation scores on the rate of H pylori eradication were evaluated. RESULTS:The overall eradication rate was 42%.The rates in groups Ⅱ and Ⅲ were statistically higher than that in group Ⅰ (P<0.05).The rates of eradication were 24.5%, 40.7% and 61.5% in groups Ⅰ,Ⅱ and Ⅲ,respectively.The eradication rate was negatively related to either corpus H pylori density or total H pylori density (P<0.05).The median age was older in the group in which the eradication failed in comparison to that with successful eradication (55 yr vs 39 yr,P<0.001).No correlation between sex and H pylori eradication was found. CONCLUSION:Our rates of eradication were significantly lower when compared to those reported in literature.We believe that advanced age and high H pylori density are negative predictive factors for the rate of H pylori eradication.
文摘OBJECTIVE： To evaluate the antibacterial activity of the combination of different honey brands and methanolic fraction of Herba Ocimi Basilici using agar well diffusion assay. METHODS： The antibacterial activity was deter- mined against thirteen pathogenic bacterial clini- cal isolates including six gram negative （Klebsiella pneumonia, Pseudomonas aeroginosa, Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Salmonella typhimirium, Xanthomonas campestris） and six gram positive strains （Enterococcus faecalis faecalis, Bacillus subti- lis, Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium perfringens type C, Clostridium perfringens type D, CIostridium chauvoei）. Agar well diffusion method was used while zones of inhibition were measured with verni- er scale. RESULTS： At higher concentration, all the honey brands showed good to significant activity. Thehighest activity was observed for Hamdard brand honey （27.60±0.40） against Enterococcus faecalis. CONCLUSION： These results revealed that combi- nations of plant extracts of Herba Ocimi Basilici with honey can be used for the development of potent and novel antibacterial agents.
基金Supported by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan(IRSIP)
文摘OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the anticancer, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities along with total phenolic and flavonoids contents extracted from Lespedeza bicolor indigenous to Khyber Pukhtoonkhwa Pakistan.METHODS: Anticancer activity against human lung carcinoma(LU-1) and human prostate carcinoma(Ln Cap), antimicrobial against Aspergillus fumigates, Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani, Mucor sp Klebsiella pneumonia and Enterococcus and antioxidant activity on 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picryl-hydrazy(DPPH) and Hydrogen peroxide radicals scavenging activity were assessed in methanol extract o Lespedeza bicolor.RESULTS: Lespedeza bicolor aerial parts and root extract showed IC_(50)value of 12.5 and 50 μg/m L against LU-1 whereas, ≤ 12.5 and 12 μg/m L were calculated against Ln Cap cell line. Minimum inhibition concentration(MIC) value of 20-35 μg/m L has been observed against Aspergillus fumigates, Aspergillus niger, Fusarium solani and Mucor sp in comparision with 1-2.5 μg/m L of Terbinafine used as a standard fungicide. MIC value of 20 and 35 μg/m L of Lespedeza bicolor aerial parts and root extract against bacterial pathogen Klebsiella pneumonia and 20-50 μg/m L against Enterococcus has been measured. DPPH radical scavenging activity of Lespedeza bicolor with IC_(50)values of ≤ 50 μg/m L and ≤ 200 μg/m L was observed whereas, hydrogen peroxide scavenging activity with IC_(50)values of ≤25 μg/m L for aerial parts and ≤ 50 μg/m L for the root extract of Lespedeza bicolor has been shown.CONCLUSION: These data suggested that the methanolic extract of Lespedeza bicolor could be potential candidates for natural antioxidants and anticancer.
文摘BACKGROUND Gardnerella vaginalis(G.vaginalis)is a facultative anaerobic bacteria known to cause bloodstream infections.However,cases are very rare in clinics.There is very limited clinical experience in the treatment of bloodstream infections caused by G.vaginalis.Therefore,there is an urgent need for effective antibacterial drugs to treat patients with bloodstream infections caused by G.vaginalis.CASE SUMMARY A woman who underwent a cesarean section presented with a sudden onset of high fever 1-d post-surgery.The blood cultures suggested an infection due to G.vaginalis,and treatment with cefoperazone-sulbactam was started.After 5 d of treatment,there was a decrease in the hemogram;however,the temperature and C-reactive protein levels remained high.Based on clinical experience and a review of literature,the treatment was modified to include ornidazole in combination with cefoperazone-sulbactam.Following a week of treatment,the temperature,hemogram and C-reactive protein levels returned to normal,and blood cultures turned negative,suggesting a therapeutic effect of the combination treatment.CONCLUSION This case highlighted the effective use of cefoperazone-sulbactam combined with ornidazole for bloodstream infection caused by G.vaginalis following a cesarean section.
文摘OBJECTIVE: To evaluate biological potential of methanol and n-hexane extracts of aerial parts in seven species of family Poaceae.METHODS: Qualitative phytochemical tests were done by using standard protocols. In vitro antioxidant activity was performed via different assays and antimicrobial potential was observed via disc diffusion method. Cytotoxic activity was carried out using brine shrimps’ assay.RESULTS: Phytochemical studies revealed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, phenols,steroids, saponins, tannins, anthocyanins and coumarins in most of the plant extracts. Maximum antioxidant and antimicrobial potential were observed in Cymbopogon citratus methanol extract and Cymbopogon citratus n-hexane extract along with significant number of total flavonoids and phenols contents. However, Polypogon monspeliensis methanol extract and Polypogon monspeliensis n-hexane extract showed minimum antioxidant as well as antimicrobial potential. Moreover, methanol extracts showed a cytotoxic effect with their effectiveness ranked Polypogon monspeliensis methanol extract > Cymbopogon citratus methanol extract > Phalaris minor n-hexane extract > Aristida funiculata methanol extract > Stipagrostis plumosa methanol extract > Cenchrus ciliaris methanol extract > Panicum antidotale methanol extract. Similarly, n-hexane plant extracts revealed cytotoxic activity in decreasing order Cenchrus ciliaris n-hexane extract > Stipagrostis plumosa n-hexane extract > Phalaris minor n-hexane extract > Aristida funiculata n-hexane extract > Polypogon monspeliensis n-hexane extract > Panicum antidotale n-hexane extract > Cymbopogon citratus n-hexane extract respectively.CONCLUSION: Methanol extracts exhibit significant antioxidant and antimicrobial potential which can be correlated to their medicinal values. The observed brine shrimp’s lethality of the plant extracts revealed the presence of potent cytotoxic components in these plants.
基金financial support of the Research and Technology Deputy of Lorestan University of Medical Sciences,Khorramabad,Iran。
文摘OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the anti-bacterial activities of titanium dioxide(Ti O;)nanoparticles of Origanum(O.)vulgare and Hypericum(H.)perforatum extracts,carvacrol and hypericin against Staphylococcus(S.)aureus.METHODS:In this study,Ti O;nanoparticles of O.vulgare and H.perforatum extracts,carvacrol and hypericin,were prepared and their antibacterial effects were evaluated against Staphylococcus(S.)aureus.In this study,scanning electron microscope,fourier transform infrared spectrometer,atomic force microscopy,dynamic light scattering and zeta potential were used to investigate the structure of synthesized drugs.RESULTS:Anti-bacterial activity of synthesized NPs was tested by minimum inhibitory concentration(MIC),minimum bactericidal concentration and disc diffusion method.MICs of Ti O;-NPs synthesized using O.vulgare,H.perforatum,carvacrol and hypericin and Ti O;were obtained 250,62.5,250,and 250,and 500μg/m L,respectively.The MBCs for all of these were obtained 1000μg/m L.CONCLUSION:Green-synthesized of Ti O;nanoparticles provides a promising approach to the use of O.vulgare and H.perforatum,carvacrol and hypericin as novel agents and safer antibacterial compounds,especially anti-S.aureus compounds.
基金funded by the TPCH foundation grant (MS201140)the RBWH foundation grant 2012+1 种基金funding from the Australian National Health and Medical Research Council for a Centre of Research Excellence (APP1099452)funded in part by a Practitioner Fellowship (APP1117065) from the National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia
文摘Microdialysis is a technique used to measure the unbound antibiotic concentration in the interstitial spaces, the target site of action. In vitro recovery studies are essential to calibrating the microdialysis system for in vivo studies. The effect of a combination of antibiotics on recovery into microdialysate requires investigation. In vitro microdialysis recovery studies were conducted on a combination of vancomycin and tobramycin, in a simulated in vivo model. Comparison was made between recoveries for three different concentrations and three different perfusate flow rates. The overall relative recovery for vancomycin was lower than that of tobramycin. For tobramycin, a concentration of 20μg/mL and flow rate of 1.0μL/min had the best recovery. A concentration of 5.0μg/mL and flow rate of 1.0μL/min yielded maximal recovery for vancomycin. Large molecular size and higher protein binding resulted in lower relative recoveries for vancomycin. Perfusate flow rates and drug concentrations affected the relative recovery when a combination of vancomycin and tobramycin was tested. Low perfusate flow rates were associated with higher recovery rates. For combination antibiotic measurement which includes agents that are highly protein bound, in vitro studies performed prior to in vivo studies may ensure the reliable measurement of unbound concentrations.
