Rheumatoid arthritis affecting temporomandibular joint

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic, autoimmune inflammatory disorder that is characterized by joint inflammation, erosive properties and symmetric multiple joint involvement.Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is very rare to be affected in Utility Hooks the early phase of the disease, thus posing diagnostic challenges for the dentist.Conve

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Role of flagella and type four pili in the co-migration of Burkholderia terrae BS001 with fungal hyphae through soil

Abstract Burkholderia terrae BS001 has previously been found to be able to disperse along with growing fungal hyphae in soil, with the type-3 secretion system having a supportive role in this movement.In this study, we focus on the role of two motility- and adherence-associated appendages, i.e.type-4 pili (T4P) and flagella.Electron microcopy and m

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