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  1. Article: Management of Otitis externa with Ayurvedic formulation Gandhak Rasayana- A case report.

    Patil, Sandip / Bhat, Pravin

    Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine

    2024  Volume 15, Issue 2, Page(s) 100893

    Abstract: Otitis externa is an inflammatory and infectious disease that affects the external auditory canal. The term otorrhea refers to the outflow of discharge from the ear which is one of the main symptoms of otitis externa along with inflammation. External ear ...

    Abstract Otitis externa is an inflammatory and infectious disease that affects the external auditory canal. The term otorrhea refers to the outflow of discharge from the ear which is one of the main symptoms of otitis externa along with inflammation. External ear canal pathology or middle ear illness with tympanic membrane perforation is the etiological factor of otorrhea. Otorrhea is an indication of infection. Antimicrobial agents are the conventional treatment of various bacterial and fungal infections, but they have impediments such as resistance development, side effects, patient affordability, etc. The Gandhak Rasayana formulation mentioned in the Ayurvedic text can be a good option for the treatment of various infectious diseases. Karnasrava is a type of ear disease referred to as Vata predominant Tridoshaja disease and it is curable. The term Karnasrava signifies discharge from ear and is self-explanatory. Karnasrava consists of a wide spectrum of diseases and can have a near correlation with otitis externa as per signs and symptoms. Gandhak Rasayana exhibited significant antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory activity in otitis externa. Evaluating its antibacterial and antifungal activity can provide scientific evidence for the study through the present case report. A 31-year-old male patient registered in OPD at Sane Guruji Hospital, Hadapsar, Pune was clinically diagnosed as Karnasrava (Otitis externa) and pus culture positive for Klebsiella species. We started the treatment with Gandhak Rasayana-an Ayurvedic formulation of 250mg two tablets in the morning and evening with lukewarm water for 21 days. The outcome of the treatment was observed as a reduction in Karnashula (otalgia), Karnasrava (ear discharge), Karnakandu (itching), ear blockage and inflammatory changes. Post-treatment culture was negative for the organism. The improvement was noted in Brighton grading scale from grade III to grade I. Gandhak Rasayana showed significant antibacterial activity in the present case. Evaluating its antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory activity can provide scientific evidence for the study.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-01
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports
    ISSN 0975-9476
    ISSN 0975-9476
    DOI 10.1016/j.jaim.2024.100893
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  2. Article: Unveiling the therapeutic symphony of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics in gut-immune harmony.

    Zhou, Pengjun / Chen, Chunlan / Patil, Sandip / Dong, Shaowei

    Frontiers in nutrition

    2024  Volume 11, Page(s) 1355542

    Abstract: The gut microbiota and immune system interaction play a crucial role in maintaining overall health. Probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics have emerged as promising therapeutic approaches to positively influence this complex axis and enhance health ... ...

    Abstract The gut microbiota and immune system interaction play a crucial role in maintaining overall health. Probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics have emerged as promising therapeutic approaches to positively influence this complex axis and enhance health outcomes. Probiotics, as live bacteria, promote the growth of immune cells, shape immune responses, and maintain gut barrier integrity. They modify the gut microbiota by fostering beneficial bacteria while suppressing harmful ones. Additionally, probiotics interact with the immune system, increasing immune cell activity and anti-inflammatory cytokine production. Prebiotics, as indigestible fibers, selectively nourish beneficial microorganisms in the gut, enhancing gut microbial diversity and activity. This, in turn, improves gut health and boosts immune responses while controlling inflammation through its immunomodulatory properties. Postbiotics, produced during probiotic fermentation, such as short-chain fatty acids and antimicrobial peptides, positively impact gut health and modulate immune responses. Ensuring quality control and standardization will be essential for successful clinical implementation of these interventions. Overall, understanding and harnessing the gut microbiota-immune system interplay offer promising avenues for improving digestive and immunological health.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-08
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2776676-7
    ISSN 2296-861X
    ISSN 2296-861X
    DOI 10.3389/fnut.2024.1355542
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  3. Article: Integrating systemic immune-inflammation index, fibrinogen, and T-SPOT.TB for precision distinction of active pulmonary tuberculosis in the era of mycobacterial disease research.

    Yu, Zhikang / Shang, Zifang / Huang, Qingyan / Wen, Feiqiu / Patil, Sandip

    Frontiers in microbiology

    2024  Volume 15, Page(s) 1382665

    Abstract: Background: The clinical challenge of differentiating suspected tuberculosis with positive T-SPOT.TB results persist. This study aims to investigate the utility of the Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII), Fibrinogen, and T-SPOT.TB in distinguishing ...

    Abstract Background: The clinical challenge of differentiating suspected tuberculosis with positive T-SPOT.TB results persist. This study aims to investigate the utility of the Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index (SII), Fibrinogen, and T-SPOT.TB in distinguishing between active pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) and non-tuberculous lung diseases.
    Methods: A retrospective analysis included 1,327 cases of active PTB with positive T-SPOT.TB results and 703 cases of non-tuberculous lung diseases from May 2016 to December 2020 at Meizhou People's Hospital. These were designated as the case group and the control group, respectively. The detection indicators of T-SPOT.TB: Early Secreted Antigenic Target 6 (ESAT-6), Culture Filtrate Protein 10 (CFP-10), as well as SII and Fibrinogen levels-were compared and analyzed for association and joint diagnostic value between the two groups.
    Results: The case group showed higher values of ESAT-6, CFP-10, SII, and Fibrinogen compared to the control group (all
    Conclusion: SII and Fibrinogen are positively correlated with the degree of tuberculosis inflammation and the bacterial load of
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-25
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2587354-4
    ISSN 1664-302X
    ISSN 1664-302X
    DOI 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1382665
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  4. Article: Nutritional and Body Composition Changes in Paediatric β-Thalassemia Patients Undergoing Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Retrospective Study Using Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis.

    Zhang, Luyang / Wang, Li / Long, Jiewen / Yin, Yan / Patil, Sandip

    Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare

    2024  Volume 17, Page(s) 2203–2214

    Abstract: Objective: This retrospective study evaluated nutritional status and body composition changes in paediatric β-thalassemia (β-TM) patients before and after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and ... ...

    Abstract Objective: This retrospective study evaluated nutritional status and body composition changes in paediatric β-thalassemia (β-TM) patients before and after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), using bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), and explored their relationship with HSCT outcomes.
    Methods: A cohort of 40 paediatric β-TM patients undergoing allogeneic HSCT was assessed for their nutritional status, anthropometric parameters, including body mass index (BMI), weight, and height, and body composition parameters pre-and post-HSCT, focusing on BIA measurements, including intracellular water (ICW), extracellular water (ECW), fat mass (FAT), fat-free mass (FFM), Skeletal Muscle Mass (SMM), soft Lean Mass (SLM), percent body fat (PBF), Body Cell Mass (BCM), Phase angle (PA) and muscle balance pre- and post-HSCT. Post-HSCT clinical outcomes, including acute graft-vs-host disease (aGVHD), engraftment time, oral mucositis (OM), sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (SOS), and diarrhoea in relation to nutrition status after HSCT were analysed.
    Results: After HSCT, 28.21% experienced diminished nutritional status, with 71.43% of those who were wasting before HSCT showing diminished nutritional status, significantly higher than the normal group (18.75%, P = 0.012). Anthropometric changes included significant weight reduction (87.5%, 22.15 ± 7.46 vs 20.74 ± 6.57, P < 0.001) and BMI decrease (90%, 15.19 ± 1.70 vs 14.05 ± 1.48, P < 0.001). Body composition parameters, which are FFM, SMM, SLM, ICW, ECW, BCM, and PA (18.26 ± 5.71 vs 17.27 ± 5.19, 8.68 ± 3.30 vs 7.93 ± 3.02, 17.11 ± 5.28 vs 16.06 ± 4.84, 8.19 ± 2.54 vs 7.62 ± 2.31, 5.15 ± 1.58 vs 4.94 ± 1.47, 11.74 ± 3.63 vs 10.92 ± 3.32, 4.42 ± 0.50 vs 3.90 ± 0.57, respectively, P < 0.001) analysis revealed significant decreases. No significant differences in clinical outcomes were observed based on nutritional status.
    Conclusion: Paediatric β-TM patients undergoing HSCT exhibit significant changes in nutrition status and body composition, emphasizing the need for focused attention on malnourished children who are more prone to diminished nutritional status. Comprehensive BIA aids in understanding the impact, urging consideration for extended follow-up and larger cohorts in future research.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-05-09
    Publishing country New Zealand
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2453343-9
    ISSN 1178-2390
    ISSN 1178-2390
    DOI 10.2147/JMDH.S463796
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  5. Article ; Online: A growing battlefield in the war against biofilm-induced antimicrobial resistance: insights from reviews on antibiotic resistance.

    Pai, Liu / Patil, Sandip / Liu, Sixi / Wen, Feiqiu

    Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology

    2023  Volume 13, Page(s) 1327069

    Abstract: Biofilms are a common survival strategy employed by bacteria in healthcare settings, which enhances their resistance to antimicrobial and biocidal agents making infections difficult to treat. Mechanisms of biofilm-induced antimicrobial resistance involve ...

    Abstract Biofilms are a common survival strategy employed by bacteria in healthcare settings, which enhances their resistance to antimicrobial and biocidal agents making infections difficult to treat. Mechanisms of biofilm-induced antimicrobial resistance involve reduced penetration of antimicrobial agents, increased expression of efflux pumps, altered microbial physiology, and genetic changes in the bacterial population. Factors contributing to the formation of biofilms include nutrient availability, temperature, pH, surface properties, and microbial interactions. Biofilm-associated infections can have serious consequences for patient outcomes, and standard antimicrobial therapies are often ineffective against biofilm-associated bacteria, making diagnosis and treatment challenging. Novel strategies, including antibiotics combination therapies (such as daptomycin and vancomycin, colistin and azithromycin), biofilm-targeted agents (such as small molecules (LP3134, LP3145, LP4010, LP1062) target c-di-GMP), and immunomodulatory therapies (such as the anti-PcrV IgY antibodies which target Type IIIsecretion system), are being developed to combat biofilm-induced antimicrobial resistance. A multifaceted approach to diagnosis, treatment, and prevention is necessary to address this emerging problem in healthcare settings.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology ; Anti-Bacterial Agents/therapeutic use ; Drug Resistance, Bacterial ; Azithromycin ; Biofilms ; Colistin
    Chemical Substances Anti-Bacterial Agents ; Azithromycin (83905-01-5) ; Colistin (Z67X93HJG1)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-12-19
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2619676-1
    ISSN 2235-2988 ; 2235-2988
    ISSN (online) 2235-2988
    ISSN 2235-2988
    DOI 10.3389/fcimb.2023.1327069
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  6. Article ; Online: Clinical, epidemiological, and drug resistance insights into HIV-positive patients in Meizhou, China.

    Liu, Xianhui / Patil, Sandip / Guo, Xuemin / Wen, Feiqiu / Zhang, Xianyan / Zhong, Zhixiong / Wang, Xinlu

    Frontiers in cellular and infection microbiology

    2024  Volume 13, Page(s) 1330826

    Abstract: The acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic, resulting from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, exhibits distinct regional characteristics. This study undertakes a retrospective analysis of the epidemiological and clinical features ... ...

    Abstract The acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic, resulting from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, exhibits distinct regional characteristics. This study undertakes a retrospective analysis of the epidemiological and clinical features of 195 HIV-positive cases in Meizhou, China, from May 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019. Western blotting (WB) confirmed and assessed these cases. Notably, the majority of cases emanated from socio-economic groups with comparatively lower levels of education, with 80% being male. Strikingly, 90% of the cases were found to be in the middle to late stages of infection based on CD4+ T cell counts. Among the 30 different serum antibody profiles examined, reactivity with seven bands (p24, p31, gp41, p51, p66, gp120, and gp160) emerged as the most commonly observed WB pattern. The absence of specific bands, specifically p55 (17.44%), p39 (32.31%), and p17 (25.64%) were most frequent, with the detection frequency of p17 bands significantly reduced among cases in the AIDS and middle stages. An analysis of drug resistance genotypes indicated that, despite viral mutations conferring resistance to certain reverse transcriptase inhibitors, the first-line treatment regimen remained effective for patients in Meizhou. Notably, mutations resistant to protease inhibitors were infrequent (2.7%), suggesting that incorporating protease inhibitors into the treatment regimen may enhance therapeutic outcomes for local patients. These findings provide essential insights into the specific epidemiological patterns, serum antibody profiles, and drug resistance genotypes of HIV-infected patients in Meizhou. Significantly, this research contributes to the formulation of future treatment strategies tailored to the local context.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Male ; Female ; Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/drug therapy ; Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/epidemiology ; Retrospective Studies ; HIV-1/genetics ; HIV Infections/drug therapy ; HIV Infections/epidemiology ; Drug Resistance ; Protease Inhibitors
    Chemical Substances Protease Inhibitors
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-19
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2619676-1
    ISSN 2235-2988 ; 2235-2988
    ISSN (online) 2235-2988
    ISSN 2235-2988
    DOI 10.3389/fcimb.2023.1330826
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  7. Article: The Potential of Alternative Therapies and Vaccine Candidates against

    Sukri, Asif / Hanafiah, Alfizah / Patil, Sandip / Lopes, Bruno S

    Pharmaceuticals (Basel, Switzerland)

    2023  Volume 16, Issue 4

    Abstract: Alternative therapies and vaccination are essential to combat the emergence of multidrug- ... ...

    Abstract Alternative therapies and vaccination are essential to combat the emergence of multidrug-resistant
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-04-06
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review
    ZDB-ID 2193542-7
    ISSN 1424-8247
    ISSN 1424-8247
    DOI 10.3390/ph16040552
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  8. Article ; Online: Delayed Presentation of Popliteal Artery Laceration Mimicking Baker Cyst After Arthroscopic Meniscectomy: A Case Report.

    K S, Meghashyama / Korday, Sujit / Patil, Sandip Sonawane / Surushe, Amit

    JBJS case connector

    2023  Volume 13, Issue 3

    Abstract: Case: We report a case of delayed presentation of popliteal artery laceration after arthroscopic meniscectomy. Three weeks after the procedure, the patient developed severe calf pain, swelling over the popliteal fossa, and foot drop, despite a normal ... ...

    Abstract Case: We report a case of delayed presentation of popliteal artery laceration after arthroscopic meniscectomy. Three weeks after the procedure, the patient developed severe calf pain, swelling over the popliteal fossa, and foot drop, despite a normal initial postoperative period. Clinical examination and radiological investigations suggested a massive hematoma in the popliteal fossa. A decision was made to explore the popliteal artery and drain the hematoma after consultation with the vascular surgeon. A laceration was noted, and it was repaired.
    Conclusion: Orthopaedic surgeons should maintain a high index of suspicion regarding the possibility of this postoperative complication, especially after an arthroscopic meniscectomy.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Popliteal Artery/diagnostic imaging ; Popliteal Artery/injuries ; Meniscectomy ; Lacerations/etiology ; Popliteal Cyst ; Hematoma
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-08-03
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ISSN 2160-3251
    ISSN (online) 2160-3251
    DOI 10.2106/JBJS.CC.23.00160
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  9. Article ; Online: Klebsiella pneumoniae infection in the paediatric population before and after the COVID-19 pandemic in Shenzhen, China.

    Patil, Sandip / Chen, Hongyu / Dong, Shaowei / Liu, Sixi / Wen, Feiqiu

    The Journal of infection

    2023  Volume 86, Issue 3, Page(s) 256–308

    MeSH term(s) Child ; Humans ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Klebsiella pneumoniae ; Pandemics ; Anti-Bacterial Agents ; China/epidemiology ; Klebsiella Infections/epidemiology
    Chemical Substances Anti-Bacterial Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-01-08
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 424417-5
    ISSN 1532-2742 ; 0163-4453
    ISSN (online) 1532-2742
    ISSN 0163-4453
    DOI 10.1016/j.jinf.2023.01.003
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  10. Article ; Online: Emergence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 in paediatric patients in Shenzhen, China.

    Patil, Sandip / Lopes, Bruno Silvester / Liu, Sixi / Wen, Feiqiu

    The Lancet. Microbe

    2022  Volume 3, Issue 11, Page(s) e809

    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Child ; Shiga-Toxigenic Escherichia coli ; Escherichia coli O157 ; China/epidemiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-08-04
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter
    ISSN 2666-5247
    ISSN (online) 2666-5247
    DOI 10.1016/S2666-5247(22)00223-3
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