Fecal gelatinase does not predict mortality in patients with alcohol-associated hepatitis

August 26, 2024

This study aimed to investigate the significance of fecal gelatinase on clinical outcomes in patients with alcohol-associated hepatitis. In conclusion, in our cohort, fecal gelatinase does not predict mortality and does not indicate higher disease severity in patients with alcohol-associated hepatitis.

Novobiocin inhibits membrane synthesis and vacuole formation of Enterococcus faecalis protoplasts

August 10, 2020

In this study Tsuchikado et al. show that DNA replication is crucial for plasma membrane biosynthesis and vacuole formation in Enterococcus faecalis protoplasts. Novobiocin inhibits DNA replication, blocking cell enlargement and vacuole formation. Extended treatment prevents re-enlargement after removal.