A group of health experts has developed a groundbreaking technology aimed at predicting complications for leptospirosis, leading to personalized treatment.
Scientists from the University of the Philippines Manila National Institutes of Health-Institute of Human Genetics came up with a new molecular test that measures and monitors blood molecules among leptospirosis patients and predicts who are at risk of lung bleeding.
MANILA, Philippines — A group of health experts has developed a groundbreaking technology aimed at predicting complications for leptospirosis, leading to personalized treatment. This Complement Factor I or CFI technology allows doctors to determine which patients need more intensive care and monitoring. The technology was developed by a group of scientists headed by Dr. Jose Nevado Jr. of NIH-IHG in collaboration with San Lazaro Hospital, Philippine General Hospital Medical Center, Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center, the UP College of Medicine and the UP College of Public Health. “We developed a kit for testing for CFI levels. We offer a first-in-market technology that can predict the likelihood of deadly lung bleeding. If positive, this allows the physician to identify which patients need priority care proactively,” senior research associate Raphael Joshua de Guzman said in a statement. He added, “Prevention is better than treatment. The test helps optimize health care resources by efficiently identifying individuals at risk of requiring a longer hospital stay.” Leptospirosis is a disease caused by the Leptospira bacteria that is found in water contaminated by the urine of affected rats. It poses a major problem, especially during the rainy season.Without treatment, leptospirosis in humans can lead to kidney failure or damage, meningitis , liver failure, difficulty in breathing and even death. Patients experience fever, headache, chills, body or muscle aches, vomiting or nausea and yellowed skin and eyes.“The current problem is that physicians cannot predict who will become severely affected by leptospirosis. Worst, it affects people in the prime stage of their lives, aged 20 to 40,” De Guzman said. He stressed that early recognition of complications can lead to more focused monitoring and initiation of preventive strategies.De Guzman announced the availability of a working prototype that has been validated with two independent groups. He added, “The next step is to register with the local Food and Drug Administration and seek international partners for distribution.”Empower yourself! Essential tips for a mother pursuing health and wellnessIndulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with Seattle’s Best Coffee and Ghirardelli A museum in Negros Occidental on Friday launched a search for the stolen 88-year-old artwork by National Artist for visual... A police officer and five members of the sea patrol force Bantay Dagat were arrested for allegedly threatening the Philippine... A total of 562 inmates from all the prisons and penal farms in the country were released in June, the Bureau of Corrections... Police arrested four individuals allegedly involved in stealing a vehicle that was found listed for sale in an online Ma... Malaking sugal ang ginawa ni Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone para masawata ang Georgia sa plano nito sa FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament na ginaganap sa Riga, Latvia. Nagpasiklab ang Gilas Pilipinas nang gulantangin nito ang world No. 6 Latvia sa pamamagitan ng 89-80 desisyon para makuha... Sibak na sa kontensyon ang Gilas Pilipinas boys matapos ang kalunus-lunos na 141-45 kabiguan kontra sa reigning champion na USA sa Round of 16 ng 2024 FIBA U17 World Cup kamakalawa ng gabi sa Sinan Erdem Dome sa...rKakailanganin ng Gilas Pilipinas si Kai Sotto kung nais nitong makasampa sa finals at manatiling nasa kontensyon para sa katangi-tanging Paris Olympics ticket sa 2024 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament sa Riga, Latvia.Malaking sugal ang ginawa ni Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tim Cone para masawata ang Georgia sa plano nito sa FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament na ginaganap sa Riga, Latvia.Nagpasiklab ang Gilas Pilipinas nang gulantangin nito ang world No. 6 Latvia sa pamamagitan ng 89-80 desisyon para makuha ang unang panalo nito sa FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament sa Riga, Latvia kahapon.Sibak na sa kontensyon ang Gilas Pilipinas boys matapos ang kalunus-lunos na 141-45 kabiguan kontra sa reigning champion na USA sa Round of 16 ng 2024 FIBA U17 World Cup kamakalawa ng gabi sa Sinan Erdem Dome sa Istanbul, Turkey.Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!
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