Purpose The purpose of this follow-up proof-of-concept study was to determine the efficacy
of a revised calculus disruption solution in facilitating the removal of both supragingival and …

Background Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) cause a large burden of disease globally.
Some infectious diseases cause an increased risk of developing specific NCDs. Although …

Helicobacter pylori, a chronic gastric pathogen of human beings, can be divided into seven
populations and subpopulations with distinct geographical distributions. These modern …

Background: Bacterial-sourced single cell proteins (SCPs) offer an alternative protein source
for diet formulation for Zebrafish (Danio rerio) and other aquaculture models. In addition, …

ference can be effected between the out-of-phase transmitted waves. Reflections from the
entrance of the parallel duct are utilized. The reflected and interfering frequencies can be …

Background & Aims: Multiple tests are available for determining Helicobacter pylori infection.
Our aim was to compare the sensitivity, specificity, and negative and positive predictive …

Historically, in order to study microbes, it was necessary to grow them in the laboratory. It was
clear though that many microbe communities were refractory to study because none of the …

ObjectiveThe present study aimed to examine the correlates of fruit and vegetable intake (FVI)
separately among parents and their adolescents.DesignCross-sectional surveys.…

Background: Catheter insertion sites are commonly covered by transparent film dressings,
offering protection of the insertion site from external contaminants and securement of the …

Importance Growing consensus suggests that frailty-associated risks should inform shared
surgical decision making. However, it is not clear how best to screen for frailty in preoperative …