Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology
Volume 14, Issue 2 (2024)
Table of contents
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Computer-aided Drug Design Method for Anti-hepatitis C Drug Design
Abstract: Hepatitis C is a disease caused by the hepatitis C virus and can cause serious liver damage. There is currently no vaccine for this disease and the number of infections continues to increase worldwide. Currently used antiviral drugs are interferon alfa-2a and ribavirin, but about half of patients do not respond to therapy. Therefore, new drugs that protect against hepatitis C need to be investigated. Computational drug methods have been …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Computer-Aided Drug Design on Tuberculosis
Abstract: Currently, India's Directly Observed Treatment Short Course (DOTS) program is the world's largest and fastest-growing initiative for treating medical patients, second only in terms of population coverage. The main obstacles to TB control in India are inadequate primary healthcare in rural regions of many states, unregulated private treatments resulting in extensive misuse of first- and second-line TB medications, the spread of HIV, a lack of political commitment, and, most importantly, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 22–31 Read article
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Evaluation Tumor Necrosis Factor-α (TNF- α) Levels in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Background: RA is an inflammatory, long-term autoimmune illness, that is impacted by external variables, according to a report from the World Health Organization. Women are 2-3 times more likely than men to develop RA, though this difference diminishes with older age at onset. Aim: The purpose of this study is to assess the significance of TNF-α concentrations in the predisposition to rheumatoid arthritis. Methods: The research project enrolled 100 patients …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome: A Comprehensive Guide
Abstract: Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome (WAS) is an uncommon genetic disorder inherited through the X chromosome, marked by a combination of immune system deficiencies, eczema, and low platelet counts. This syndrome primarily affects males, leading to significant morbidity and mortality due to recurrent infections, bleeding complications, and autoimmune diseases. Mutations in the WAS gene disrupt the production of the Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome protein (WASp), crucial for the functioning of immune cells and platelet formation. …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Angioedema-Diagnosis & Management
Abstract: Angioedema (AE) encompasses a diverse range of conditions categorized into three main groups: (1) angioedema mediated by histamine (AE-H); (2) angioedema mediated by bradykinin (AE-BK); and (3) angioedema with an unknown mechanism (AE-UNK). It can manifest on any part of the body, though commonly affected areas include the face, lips, mouth, throat, larynx, extremities, genital regions, and gastrointestinal tract. AE-H can occur by itself or in conjunction with chronic urticaria, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–21 Read article