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44 articles for “tissue damage”
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Nurse’s Responsibility and Liability in Chemotherapy Formulation: Legal and Ethical Considerations
Abstract: Each year, over 16 million new cancer cases are diagnosed globally. Cancer causes cells to grow uncontrollably, potentially leading to the formation of tumors, immune system damage, and other debilitating effects that can be fatal. Common cancer treatments include surgery to remove tumors, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, hormonal therapy, and immunotherapy. Among these, chemotherapy plays a significant role, accounting for nearly half of the overall treatment approach. Chemotherapy drugs can be …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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Decoding Innate Immunity: Mechanisms, Components, and Clinical Implication
Abstract: Innate immunology represents the body's first line of defense against pathogens, acting as a rapid, non-specific response to a wide array of microbial invaders. This part of the immune system depends on pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) to identify pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs) and damage-associated molecular patterns (DAMPs), leading to the activation of immune cells such as macrophages, dendritic cells, and neutrophils. The innate immune system also plays a crucial role …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Concern for Public Health: Periodontitis
Abstract: Periodontitis, a severe form of gum disease, erodes the bone that supports teeth and results in tooth loss. It is caused by bacterial infection and inflammation of the soft tissues around the teeth. About 70% of people 65 years of age and older are affected, on average. Red, bleeding, sensitive gums, foul breath, and receding gums are hallmark indications. Depending on the severity, a full dental examination, the insertion of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Emerging Trends in Photobiology: Exploring the Photophysics and Photobiology of the Eye
Abstract: The eye consists of three main segments: the cornea, lens, and retina. The primary function of the anterior ocular tissue, the cornea and lens, is to transmit and focus light onto the retina without distortion. They also filter UV light (under 400 nm), preventing it from reaching the retina. While light reaching the retina is mostly used for vision, it can also have various effects on the eye's constituents, both …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 31–37 Read article