Background Thalidomide and its analogs are effective agents in the treatment of multiple myeloma.Since gelatinases (matrix metalloproteinases-2 and -9) play a crucial role in tumor progression, we explored the effect of thalidomide on gelatinase production by malignant B lymphoid cell lines.Design and Methods We investigated the effect of therapeut
Real-time surveillance is a crucial element in the response to infectious disease outbreaks.However, the interpretation of incidence data is often hampered by delays occurring at various stages of data gathering and reporting.As a result, recent values are biased downward, which obscures current trends.Statistical nowcasting techniques can be emplo
The increase in informal activities is a problem in the Ecuadorian economy and those who develop it are considered vulnerable groups since they do not have a permanent job with due benefits of the law that a formal job would offer them.Since their economic income Pulling Breast Collars is unstable, they run the risk of financial vulnerability.The p