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Goat milk proteins are unique in their nutritional and functional properties and have become increasingly popular in recent years. A variety of methods have been studied for extracting and isolating these proteins, with coprecipitation being a particularly effective approach. Compared to cow milk proteins, goat milk proteins contain higher levels of certain amino acids such as tryptophan and cysteine, while maintaining similar nutritional properties. Additionally, they have superior functional properties, including better emulsifying and foaming properties, which make them an attractive option for developing new food products. Research has shown that goat milk proteins have several health benefits, including immunomodulatory effects, allergy management, anti‐inflammatory, and antioxidant effects, as well as antimicrobial and anticancer properties. They have the potential to be used as a treatment for autoimmune diseases, allergies, and other immune system disorders due to their ability to modulate the production of cytokines and other immune system components. Furthermore, their antimicrobial properties can help prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and reduce the risk of infection. Future research will focus on the potential of goat milk proteins as a functional food ingredient, their effects on gut health and microbiota, and their therapeutic potential for various health conditions. This research may lead to the development of new functional foods that promote health and prevent disease, and potentially pave the way for the use of goat milk proteins as a therapeutic agent for various health conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract Background Radiomicrosphere therapy (RT) utilizing yttrium-90 (90Y) microspheres has been shown to be an effective regional treatment for primary and secondary hepatic malignancies. We sought to determine a large academic institution's experience regarding the extent and frequency of gastrointestinal complications. Methods Between 2004 and 2007, 27 patients underwent RT for primary or secondary hepatic malignancies. Charts were subsequently reviewed to determine the incidence and severity of GI ulceration. Results Three patients presented with gastrointestinal bleeding and underwent upper endoscopy. Review of the pretreatment angiograms showed normal vascular anatomy in one patient, sclerosed hepatic vasculature in a patient who had undergone prior chemoembolization in a second, and an aberrant left hepatic artery in a third. None had undergone prophylactic gastroduodenal artery embolization. Endoscopic findings included erythema, mucosal erosions, and large gastric ulcers. Microspheres were visible on endoscopic biopsy. In two patients, gastric ulcers were persistent at the time of repeat endoscopy 1–4 months later despite proton pump inhibitor therapy. One elderly patient who refused surgical intervention died from recurrent hemorrhage. Conclusion Gastrointestinal ulceration is a known yet rarely reported complication of 90Y microsphere embolization with potentially life-threatening consequences. Once diagnosed, refractory ulcers should be considered for aggressive surgical management.

The study included preparing aqueous, alcoholic, and oil extractions of date seed power of (Phoenix dactylifera)Al Hillawi, Al Khadhrawi and Al ZAHDY date varieties estimating its total contents of phenol and flavonoids, and then it is studied its antioxidants activity, reduction strength and ability to bon Ferrous ion. The results showed that total contents of phenolic compounds are ranged from 56.16 to 67.32 mg/ml for the ethanol extraction, 56.6 to 65.6 to 65.32 mg/ml for methanolic extract and 27.88 to 40.06 mg/ml for aqueous extraction. While the total contents of flavonoids of aqueous extract is ranged from 22.12. to 33.32 mg/ml, 40.21 to 52.16 mg/ml in the ethanolic extract and from 35.11 to 46.16 mg/ml in the methanol extraction. Indeed,aqueous and alcoholic extract of (Phoenix dactylifera) Al Hillawi, AlKhadrawai and Al Zahdy give Antioxidation activity are ranged from 37.50% to 88.70%, reduction strength is ranged from 0.895 to 2.63 and the value of Ferrous ion bon is ranged from 41.92% to 60.93%. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The present study aimed to prepare film from chitosan by three treatment (D, C and B) with glycerol plasticizer (without added glycerol,15 and 30%) from weight chitosan was used to prepare edible film it was also noticed thickness increased film B from 0.044-0.048 mm the and C from 0.042 to 0.046 mm and D from 0.040 to 0.044 mm and water vapor permeability values increased from 11.78-13.59 and from 10.32-12.23 and from 10.28-12.94 g.mm /m².hr.kpa. the film D, C and B respectively with increased glycerol concentration whereas tensile strength decrease with increased glycerol added and all films prepared accompany increase elongation percentage the films prepared but water solubility the films it increase with increased glycerol added reach for high rate in film D 24.35%. Effective aggregates also diagnosed chitosan film and at the same time as the thermal decomposition weighted in which showed several stages film of the disintegration of the start of the 100 °C and ends at a temperature of 558 °C as the molecular structure of X-ray appearance of semi- form amorphous film chitosan through the emergence of two peaks at an angle 2°ϑ. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

We presented an unusual case of ophthalmic herpes zoster masquerading as orbital cellulitis, resulting in delay in appropriate treatment. A 65-year-old woman presented with left periorbital pain and swelling of a week duration. Examination revealed periorbital edema and inflammation but no proptosis. The erythema extended onto the brow. There was no change in visual acuity and cranial nerve function was normal. She was apyrexial and all other parameters were within normal limits. The patient was admitted with an initial diagnosis of sinusitis with orbital cellulitis/dacryocystitis and intravenous co-amoxiclav and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug were administered. The following day, there was little change in her condition with the ocular movements being normal and vision remaining unaffected. She was apyrexial but the periorbital swelling persisted. Computed tomography of the sinuses did not show sinusitis or a periorbital collection. The third day after admission and 10 days after the initial appearance of pain, vesicles appeared on the left forehead, which enabled a diagnosis of herpes zoster of the ophthalmic branch of the trigeminal nerve. She was then treated with acyclovir with a good result.