Oral Presentation (In-person)
Kapil Goel, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research(PGIMER), India
Background: Acute febrile illness (AFI) is a major public health challenge in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly during monsoon seasons when vector-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria, and scrub typhus increase. During August-September 2022, an unusual cluster of s [....] » Read More
Title : Binding and activation of fibrinolytic components to Group A Streptococcus pyogenes enhances microbial pathogenicity
Francis J Castellino, University of Notre Dame, United States
Binding and activation of components of the human fibrinolytic system enhances the pathogenicity of Streptococcus pyogenes (GAS) by allowing a potent serine protease, human plasmin (hPm) to be present on the surface of these cells. The major receptors of hPg and hPm on these cell [....] » Read More
Title : Real-life experience with IV fosfomycin in Canada: Results from the C anadian LE adership on A ntimicrobial R eal-life usage (CLEAR) registry
Yazdan Mirzanejad, University of British Columbia, Canada
Objectives: Data on the use of intravenous (IV) fosfomycin in Canada are limited. Using data captured by the C anadian LE adership on A ntimicrobial R eal-life usage ( CLEAR) registry, we report the use of IV fosfomycin in Canadian patients. Methods: The CLEAR registry uses the w [....] » Read More
Title : Unveiling the uncommon pathogenesis of Streptococcus Gallolyticus subspecies pasteurianus Bacteremia and its link to gastric pathology
Pawandeep Kaur, Hamilton Medical Center, United States
Background While Streptococcus gallolyticus subsp. gallolyticus has a well-known association with colorectal cancer, an epidemiological association between S. gallolyticus subsp. pasteurianus and hepatobiliary diseases has been suggested. Herein, we present a unique case of S. g [....] » Read More
Title : Water quality and intestinal health: Assessment of access to treated water and the prevalence of endoparasitosis in Manacapuru, interior of the Amazon region
Matheus de Oliveira Nogueira, AFYA Faculty of Medical Sciences, Brazil
Background: Parasitic infections persist as a global public health challenge, with the Brazilian Amazon region showing an alarmingly high prevalence of cases. This situation is particularly critical in the interior areas of Amazonas state, where the precariousness of basic sanita [....] » Read More
Title : Dengue Injection in 3D Skin Model Mimics Mosquito Infection in Humans
Olivia Marie Michael, Wake Forest University School of Medicine , United States
Dengue virus poses a significant global health challenge, causing over 14 million infections and 10,000 dengue-related deaths in 2024 alone. While most infections result in mild to moderate illness, a subset progresses to severe syndromes such as dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengu [....] » Read More
Title : Magnesium sulfate as an alternative treatment in acute organophosphate poisoning: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Oscar Inacio de Mendonca Bisneto, Universidade Federal de Campina Grande - UFCG/CZ, Brazil
Introduction: Organophosphate (OP) poisonings represent a serious medical emergency requiring immediate intervention. The conventional treatment involves administration of atropine. However, studies suggest that magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) could be a promising alternative treatment [....] » Read More
Title : A rare encounter: Disseminated nocardiosis following myasthenia gravis treatment
Deepak Jacob, St John's Medical College, India
Nocardiosis is an uncommon opportunistic infection caused by filamentous Gram-positive bacteria of the genus Nocardia, predominantly affecting immunocompromised hosts. Immunosuppressive therapy, such as Rituximab, significantly increases susceptibility to such infections . Myasth [....] » Read More
Title : Factors associated with Delayed Treatment Seeking among Mentally ill patients, in a Tertiary Care Center, Chennai, India, January 2022 to March 2022
Venkatesh Mathan Kumar, Institute of Mental Health, India
Introduction The International Early Psychosis Association insists on early treatment for mental illness to achieve a better outcome. Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, offers tertiary care for mentally ill patients. Identifying the reasons for delayed [....] » Read More
Title : Health Facilities Covering Public Health Insurance in Tamilnadu, India, 2024
Harish Kumar Mohan Kumar, MGR Medical University, India
Introduction Universal health coverage can be achieved effectively through public health insurance. In India, only around 37% of the population had been covered under health insurance. In Tamilnadu state of India, public health insurance was initiated in 2012 to facilitate [....] » Read More
Title : Public Health Insurance for Children in Tamilnadu, India, 2024
Harish Kumar Mohan Kumar, MGR Medical University, India
Introduction Universal health coverage can reduce the child mortality rate significantly. Universal health coverage can be achieved through public health insurance. Public health insurance was initiated by the Government of Tamilnadu in 2012 under the name of the Chief Minister& [....] » Read More
Title : Clinico-bacteriological profile of empyema thoracis and its outcome in a developing country like India
Manimaran Marappan, MIOT, India
Introduction: Thoracic empyema is a disease of significant morbidity and mortality, especially in the developing countries like India where tuberculosis remains a common cause. We performed a prospective study over 3 years with the objective of comparing the aetiology, clinical [....] » Read More
Title : Audit of empirical antimicrobial therapy initiated in ICU & impact of antimicrobial stewardship intervention
Jeffry Samuel Selvakumar, Sugam hospital, India
Objectives: To conduct an audit on emperical antimicrobial therapy initiated in ICU and evaluate the impact of Physician led feedback training and education as antimicrobial stewardship programme in India. Design and setting: Prospective, single-centre cohort study with interve [....] » Read More
Title : Dengue fever: Viral, environmental, and human factors driving expansion and pandemic risk
Mohsen Nakhaie, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Dengue fever (DF), caused by the dengue virus (DENV), is the fastest-spreading mosquito-borne viral disease globally and presents significant public health challenges. This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted factors influencing DENV expansion and control. We examine v [....] » Read More
Title : A rare case of ocular syphilis: Bilateral chorioretinitis and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment
Anmol Grewal, Abrazo Health, United States
Ocular syphilis is a rare but significant manifestation of syphilis that can occur at any stage of the disease, often presenting with diverse clinical features such as uveitis, optic neuropathy, or retinal vasculitis, and in severe cases, may lead to permanent blindness. The inci [....] » Read More
Title : A Rare Presentation of Acinetobacter Baumannii Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia Post- Liposuction in a Previously Healthy Patient
Dan Erdman, Larkin Community Hospital, United States
A common complication of post-surgical procedures is the development of hospital-acquired pneumonia, typically occurring 72 hours after hospital admission. Hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) is among the most prevalent healthcare-associated diseases. One causal organism of HAP is [....] » Read More
Title : Uncommon Complications of Invasive Streptococcus Pneumoniae Post Dental Care
Ali Ejaz, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, United States
The gram-positive cocci S. pneumoniae, is the most common cause of pneumonia, with more than 500,000 cases reported each year in the United States (US). Rarely, S. pneumoniae may present as an invasive infection with a reported incidence of 8.6 cases per 100,000 people in the US [....] » Read More
Title : STI Testing Among Adolescents at Higher-risk Using 2021 Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey
Riddhi Patel, Lambert High school, United States
Background: This study aims to evaluate Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) testing among the high school students who reported substance abuse and high-risk sexual behavior. Studies have shown associations between STI’s, high-risk sexual behaviors, and substance abuse a [....] » Read More
Title : Enhancing Hepatitis C Testing and Treatment Accessibility through Innovative Services
Darya V Fridman, The Southern Nevada LGBTQ+ Center, United States
Hepatitis C (HCV) continues to disproportionately affect underserved populations, especially racial and ethnic minorities, creating a pressing need for improved testing and treatment accessibility. Our clinic, which serves a majority-minority population (70.8%), is an ideal site [....] » Read More
Title : The effect of Coronavirus on vascular endothelial cells
Dolgormaa Janchivlamdan, De Montfort Universuty, United Kingdom
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection can cause potentially life-threatening coronavirus disease (COVID-19). COVID-19 is a multisystem disease and is associated with significant respiratory distress, systemic hyperinflammation, vasculitis, and mul [....] » Read More
Title : Genetic Diversity and Drug Resistance Mutations in HIV-1 pol Gene Sequences in the Philippines: A Retrospective Genomic Analysis.
Jennifer Ashley Hila Reyes, University of the Immaculate Conception, Philippines
The Philippines has experienced a significant increase in HIV-1 infections in recent years, with a growing epidemic driven by the CRF01_AE strain. Understanding the genetic diversity of HIV-1 in the Philippines is crucial for the development of effective treatment strategies and [....] » Read More
Title : MDR Pseudomonas prosthetic valve endocarditis successfully treated with Ceftazidime-Avibactam, Meropenem and Colistin combination
Abdullah Al Busaidi, Ministry of Health, Oman
Introduction: Pseudomonas aeruginosa is an uncommon cause of infective endocarditis (IE), accounting for less than 1% of cases, and an extremely rare cause of prosthetic valve endocarditis (PVE). Instances involving multidrug-resistant (MDR) isolates are exceedingly rare, with o [....] » Read More
Title : Asymptomatic Nasopharyngeal Carriage of Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae in Adults and Children: National Multi-centric cross-sectional pilot study
Abdullah Al Busaidi, Ministry of Health, Oman
Introduction: Invasive diseases caused by Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae are major public health problem worldwide. Nasopharyngeal carriage rate depends on multiple risk factors. National carriage study is crucial for vaccination implant [....] » Read More
Title : Development of LAMP Kit for Rapid pathogen Detection in Neonatal Sepsis
Mousumi Meghamala Nayak, KIIT school of Biotechnology, India
Delayed detection and treatment of sepsis in newborns (neonatal sepsis) is one of the leading causes of high infant mortality rates in India. We are developing a cost-effective LAMP based amplification kit that can be used for early diagnosis of bacterial infection that causes se [....] » Read More
Title : TLR gene polymorphisms and susceptibility to recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis
John Routsias, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece
Introduction: Recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC) is a common cause of significant morbidity in women in all strata of society affecting millions of women worldwide. Considerable progress has been made in understanding risk factors that determine susceptibility to RVVC, par [....] » Read More