Articles Tagged With: growth
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Cigarette Smoke Increases the Virulence of Staphylococcus aureus
In an experimental study, investigators found cigarette smoke increases the virulence of Staphylococcus aureus strains through several mechanisms, including augmented biofilm formation, increased invasion ability, and persistence within bronchial alveolar cells.
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Management of IUGR: Revisited
This special feature will discuss enlightening information that has surfaced about management of intrauterine growth restriction.
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Dating Pregnancy: What Is the Most Accurate Method?
The NICHD Fetal Growth Studies – Singletons investigation recently yielded a new formula for determining gestational age based on standard biometric information. When compared to an often-used formula, it appeared to be more accurate after 21 weeks of gestation.