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Determinants of HIV-1 Late Presentation in Patients Followed in Europe

Determinants of HIV-1 Late Presentation in Patients Followed in Europe   Abstract To control the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) set the 90-90-90 target to be reached by 2020. One major threat to those goals is late presentation, which is defined as an individual presenting a TCD4+ count lower than […]
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Statistical models for analyzing count data: predictors of length of stay among HIV patients in Portugal using a multilevel model

Statistical models for analyzing count data: predictors of length of stay among HIV patients in Portugal using a multilevel model   Abstract Background This study offers a comprehensive approach to precisely analyze the complexly distributed length of stay among HIV admissions in Portugal. Objective To provide an illustration of statistical techniques for analysing count data […]
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Measuring Efflux and Permeability in Mycobacteria

Measuring Efflux and Permeability in Mycobacteria   Abstract Mycobacteria are intrinsically resistant to most antimicrobials, which is generally attributed to the impermeability of their cell wall that considerably limits drug uptake. Moreover, like in other pathogenic bacteria, active efflux systems have been widely characterized from diverse mycobacterial species in laboratory conditions, showing that they can […]
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Leishmaniases in the European Union and Neighboring Countries

Leishmaniases in the European Union and Neighboring Countries   Abstract A questionnaire survey of animal and human health authorities in Europe revealed that leishmaniases are not notifiable in all countries with autochthonous cases. Few countries implement surveillance and control targeting both animal and human infections. Leishmaniases are considered emergent diseases in most countries, and lack […]
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Leishmania infection in cats and feline leishmaniosis: An updated review with a proposal of a diagnosis algorithm and prevention guidelines

Leishmania infection in cats and feline leishmaniosis: An updated review with a proposal of a diagnosis algorithm and prevention guidelines   Highlights A comprehensive review on epidemiology, immunopathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of feline leishmaniosis. An algorithm for assisting medical diagnosis of leishmaniosis in cats is suggested. Guidelines for the prevention of Leishmania infection in […]
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About GHTM

GHTM is a R&D Center that brings together researchers from IHMT with a track record in Tropical Medicine and International/Global Health. It aims at strengthening Portugal's role as a leading partner in the development and implementation of a global health research agenda. Our evidence-based interventions contribute to the promotion of equity in health and to improve the health of populations.

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