Proteus syndrome (PS) is a rare sporadic disorder with postnatal asymmetric overgrowth from any of the three germinal layers.The tissue overgrowth may present at birth but becomes more conspicuous with the progression of age.Though it apparently can affect any tissue, it commonly involves skin, bones, and central nervous system.The PS is difficult
BackgroundLeukopenia can be caused by chemotherapy, which suppresses bone marrow function and can impact the effectiveness of cancer treatment.Qijiao Shengbai Capsule (QJSB) is commonly used to treat leukopenia, but the specific bioactive components and mechanisms of action are not well understood.Objectives and resultsThis study aimed to analyze t
In this work, we explore how locally led innovations can advance sustainable energy access in low-income regions of Africa.Given the emphasis of the Sustainable Development Goals on the importance of affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy, we critically assess how local innovations can address the unique challenges of regions characterized by
In the course of global urbanization, poverty in cities has been observed to increase, especially in the Global South.Poverty is one of the major challenges for our society in the upcoming decades, making it one of the most important issues in the Sustainable Development Goals defined by the United Nations.Satellite-based mapping can provide valuab
Abstract Eupolyphaga sinensis Walker (ESW), a medicinal insect used in traditional Chinese medicine, is renowned for its effects on blood circulation, stasis resolution, and bone and tendon healing.The underlying reasons for the clinical preference for female ESW remain unclear.Previous investigations were limited in scope, focusing narrowly on fem