- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
- Iron Metabolism and Disorders
- Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders
- Vasculitis and related conditions
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- Systemic Sclerosis and Related Diseases
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Colorectal Cancer Surgical Treatments
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Microscopic Colitis
- Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies
- Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies
- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
- Monoclonal and Polyclonal Antibodies Research
- Schizophrenia research and treatment
- Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
- Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research
- Pericarditis and Cardiac Tamponade
- Dermatological and COVID-19 studies
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
- Spondyloarthritis Studies and Treatments
- Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders
- Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
2010-2025
Shaare Zedek Medical Center
2016-2025
Rabin Medical Center
2025
Sheba Medical Center
2013-2024
Tel Aviv University
2016-2024
Assuta Medical Center
2018-2023
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
2018-2022
Wolfson Medical Center
2021
University of Haifa
2020
University of Colorado Hospital
2019-2020
Human infection with non-typhoidal Salmonella serovars (NTS) infrequently causes invasive systemic disease and bacteremia. To understand better the nature of NTS (iNTS), we studied gene content pathogenicity bacteremic strains from twelve (Typhimurium, Enteritidis, Choleraesuis, Dublin, Virchow, Newport, Bredeney, Heidelberg, Montevideo, Schwarzengrund, 9,12:l,v:- Hadar). Comparative genomic hybridization using a enterica microarray revealed core 3233 genes present in all iNTS strains, which...
We have found that poly(L-lysine) can be a very effective agent in preventing the growth of Ehrlich ascites tumors mice. When given optimal doses (Mr 60 x 10(3)) intraperitoneally for 5 consecutive days, beginning on day 1 after inoculation with cells. White Swiss mice show nearly 100% remission from subsequent tumor growth. Rechallenge "cured" animals cells, however shows no long-term immunological protection. In tissue culture, related potent cytotoxicity HeLa cells; interestingly, D...
<p>ICD codes used in the study as confounding variables for connection between SF and malignancy</p>
<p>Comparison of MHS members who did or not perform SF test, based on synthetic data performed lab tests in 2016</p>
<p>SF sensitivity analysis for the diagnosis of cancer</p>
<p>FDR-Adjusted p values of subgroup analysis</p>
<p>Detail on the different malignancies defining each sub-group used in study</p>
<div>AbstractBackground:<p>Ferritin, an iron storage protein and acute phase reactant, has been implicated in various aspects of human health disease, including cancer. Previous studies have identified elevated serum ferritin (SF) levels several cancer types, but a comprehensive examination across different malignancies remains lacking. This study aims to fill this gap by utilizing anonymized data from Maccabi Health Services (MHS), one Israel’s largest organizations, explore the...
Background Subtotal cholecystectomy (STC) is a viable alternative for challenging cases of severely acute or chronic inflammation the gallbladder. However, despite its advantages, patients undergoing STC still face risk developing symptomatic gallstones in remnant In such cases, redo resection gallbladder required, posing some technical challenges. this report, we share our experience diagnosing and surgical management cholecystitis. Methods A retrospective study all admitted to tertiary...
In this nationwide study, we aimed to explore healthcare services utilization, medical management, and disease outcomes of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) across the 2 major ethnic groups in Israel. We utilized a cohort including all patients diagnosed with IBD Israel since 2005. The primary outcome was steroid dependency, secondary use biologics, time surgery, hospitalizations. Outcomes were controlled for possible inherent differences course phenotype. Of 32 491 included patients, 18 252...
In this article, we report the details of ASUNA, a freely shared data set for underwater network emulation. ASUNA tackles time-consuming and costly logistics multiple networking sea trials by providing benchmark database time-varying topologies recorded across experiments, thus facilitating experiment replay The currently includes 20 diverse, topology structures, multimodal communication technologies, different link quality measurements. With aim becoming standard benchmark, is open to...
Abstract The inadequacy of medical therapies for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is driving the development device‐based solutions targeting underlying pathophysiologic abnormalities. maladaptive autonomic imbalance a reduction in vagal parasympathetic activity and increased sympathetic signalling contributes to deterioration cardiac performance, patient fitness, overall morbidity mortality. Thoracic aortic afferents mediate signalling, their stimulation has been...
Falls during hospitalization harbor both clinical and financial outcomes. The modified Morse fall scale [MMFS] is widely used for an in-hospital risk-of-fall assessment. Nevertheless, the majority of patients at risk falling, i.e. with high MMFS, do not fall. aim this study was to ascertain our hypothesis that certain patients' characteristics (e.g. serum electrolytes, usage a walking device etc.) could further stratify falls among hospitalized MMFS.This retrospective cohort analysis adult...
We assessed the prevalence and potential association of hypertension with multiple sclerosis (MS)-related disability progression.This was a retrospective study 2,813 patients who were followed for 20 years. modeled associations several risk factors pattern progression. The primary end point rate progression.In total, 2,396 available analysis, which 1,074 (44.8%) scored 4 (EDSS4) on Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS), 717 (29.9%) 6 (EDSS6), 261 (10.9%) 8 (EDSS8). mean times to reach...
Background Patients with inflammatory bowel disease might be at increased risk of invasive bacterial infections. Objectives The objective this study was to identify the rate bacteremia in hospitalised patients and factors. Methods An observational cohort disease, aged 16–80 years, from 2008 2017 a large tertiary hospital. Charlson comorbidity index 2 or greater were excluded. one more positive blood culture reviewed. Logistic regression used evaluate factors for bacteremia. Results Of 5522...
Objective We aimed to characterize the course of COVID-19 in autoimmune inflammatory rheumatic disease (AIIRD) patients Israel, taking into consideration several remarkable aspects, including outcomes different outbreaks, effect vaccination campaigns, and AIIRD activity post-recovery. Methods established a national registry diagnosed with COVID-19, demographic data, diagnosis, duration systemic involvement, comorbidities, date clinical course, dates vaccinations. was by positive SARS-CoV-2...