First in vivo reflectance confocal microscopic imaging of leishmania amastigotes (Leishman Bodies): A case report

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Banu Yaman ◽  
Isil Karaarslan ◽  
Taner Akalın ◽  
Fezal Ozdemir
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Microscopic Imaging ◽  
Leishmania Amastigotes

scholarly journals Multi-Modal Multi-Spectral Intravital Microscopic Imaging of Signaling Dynamics in Real-Time during Tumor–Immune Interactions

Cells ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 499
Author(s):  
Tracy W. Liu ◽  
Seth T. Gammon ◽  
David Piwnica-Worms
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Imaging ◽  
Single Cell ◽  
Real Time ◽  
Bioluminescence Imaging ◽  
Emission Spectra ◽  
Ccd Camera ◽  
Microscopic Imaging ◽  
Signaling Dynamics ◽  
Window Chamber

Intravital microscopic imaging (IVM) allows for the study of interactions between immune cells and tumor cells in a dynamic, physiologically relevant system in vivo. Current IVM strategies primarily use fluorescence imaging; however, with the advances in bioluminescence imaging and the development of new bioluminescent reporters with expanded emission spectra, the applications for bioluminescence are extending to single cell imaging. Herein, we describe a molecular imaging window chamber platform that uniquely combines both bioluminescent and fluorescent genetically encoded reporters, as well as exogenous reporters, providing a powerful multi-plex strategy to study molecular and cellular processes in real-time in intact living systems at single cell resolution all in one system. We demonstrate that our molecular imaging window chamber platform is capable of imaging signaling dynamics in real-time at cellular resolution during tumor progression. Importantly, we expand the utility of IVM by modifying an off-the-shelf commercial system with the addition of bioluminescence imaging achieved by the addition of a CCD camera and demonstrate high quality imaging within the reaches of any biology laboratory.

scholarly journals Atypical clinical and laboratory features of fish-tank granuloma: A case report

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 ◽  
pp. 2050313X1880407 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Sander ◽  
Judith L Isaac-Renton ◽  
Megan A Sander
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Susceptibility Testing ◽  
Mycobacterium Marinum ◽  
In Vitro Susceptibility ◽  
Laboratory Features ◽  
In Vitro Susceptibility Testing ◽  
Fish Tank ◽  
Fish Tank Granuloma

We report a case of cutaneous Mycobacterium marinum infection with the unusual reported features of pruritus and paresthesia. In addition, we report a lack of in-vivo response to antibiotics based on in-vitro susceptibility testing.

Migration of Limbal Melanocytes Onto the Central Cornea After Ocular Surface Reconstruction: An In Vivo Confocal Microscopic Case Report

Cornea ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 204-206 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hsin-Wei Huang ◽  
Fung-Rong Hu ◽  
I-Jong Wang ◽  
Yu-Chih Hou ◽  
Wei-Li Chen
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Surface Reconstruction ◽  
Ocular Surface ◽  
Ocular Surface Reconstruction ◽  
Central Cornea

scholarly journals Proof of concept of a multimodal intravital molecular imaging system for tumour transpathology investigation

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhen Liu ◽  
Tao Cheng ◽  
Stephan Düwel ◽  
Ziying Jian ◽  
Geoffrey J. Topping ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Imaging ◽  
Imaging System ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Fiducial Markers ◽  
Proof Of Concept ◽  
Registration Accuracy ◽  
Microscopic Imaging ◽  
Window Chamber

Abstract Background Transpathology highlights the interpretation of the underlying physiology behind molecular imaging. However, it remains challenging due to the discrepancies between in vivo and in vitro measurements and difficulties of precise co-registration between trans-scaled images. This study aims to develop a multimodal intravital molecular imaging (MIMI) system as a tool for in vivo tumour transpathology investigation. Methods The proposed MIMI system integrates high-resolution positron imaging, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and microscopic imaging on a dorsal skin window chamber on an athymic nude rat. The window chamber frame was designed to be compatible with multimodal imaging and its fiducial markers were customized for precise physical alignment among modalities. The co-registration accuracy was evaluated based on phantoms with thin catheters. For proof of concept, tumour models of the human colorectal adenocarcinoma cell line HT-29 were imaged. The tissue within the window chamber was sectioned, fixed and haematoxylin–eosin (HE) stained for comparison with multimodal in vivo imaging. Results The final MIMI system had a maximum field of view (FOV) of 18 mm × 18 mm. Using the fiducial markers and the tubing phantom, the co-registration errors are 0.18 ± 0.27 mm between MRI and positron imaging, 0.19 ± 0.22 mm between positron imaging and microscopic imaging and 0.15 ± 0.27 mm between MRI and microscopic imaging. A pilot test demonstrated that the MIMI system provides an integrative visualization of the tumour anatomy, vasculatures and metabolism of the in vivo tumour microenvironment, which was consistent with ex vivo pathology. Conclusions The established multimodal intravital imaging system provided a co-registered in vivo platform for trans-scale and transparent investigation of the underlying pathology behind imaging, which has the potential to enhance the translation of molecular imaging.

scholarly journals Piglets produced by transfer of embryos obtained by in vitro fertilization of oocytes matured in vitro with thymosin: A case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 76 (03) ◽  
pp. 6356-2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
KATARZYNA PONIEDZIAŁEK-KEMPNY ◽  
BARBARA GAJDA ◽  
IWONA RAJSKA ◽  
LECHOSŁAW GAJDA ◽  
ZDZISŁAW SMORĄG
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
In Vitro Fertilization ◽  
Control Group ◽  
First Birth ◽  
Vitro Fertilization ◽  
Research Material ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Experimental Group

The aim of the study was to examine the in vivo viability of in vitro-produced (IVP) porcine embryos obtained from oocytes matured with thymosin. The research material for this study consisted of immature pig oocytes obtained from ovaries after slaughter and ejaculated semen obtained from one boar. The immature oocytes were cultured in vitro until the metaphase II stage in a medium supplemented with thymosin (TMS). The presumptive zygotes obtained were cultured in vitro for 4-40 hours. The presumptive zygotes and 2-4-cell embryos were evaluated in vivo after transferring them to synchronized recipients. After the transfer of embryos from the experimental group into 2 recipients (50 embryos into each gilt) and the transfer of 50 embryos from the control group into 1 recipient, both gilts that had received embryos obtained by in vitro fertilization of oocytes matured with TMS became pregnant and delivered a total of 16 live piglets. After the transfer of embryos from the control group, no pregnancy was achieved. In conclusion, the results of our preliminary study suggest that the maturation of pig oocytes with thymosin supports the in vivo survival of in vitro produced embryos. It is important to note, that this was the first birth of piglets obtained after transfer of IVP embryos in Poland.

scholarly journals MP26-03 IN VIVO MICROSCOPIC IMAGING OF BLADDER LESIONS

2018 ◽  
Vol 199 (4S) ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher R. Kannady ◽  
Richard A. Schwarz ◽  
Jennifer Carns ◽  
Katelin D. Cherry ◽  
Imran Vohra ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Microscopic Imaging

P–199 A case report to suggest that there must be other mutations than PATL2 or TUBB8 to cause oocyte maturation arrest

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
E Molinari ◽  
M Yang ◽  
J Hu ◽  
L Zhang ◽  
D F Albertini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Oocyte Maturation ◽  
Fertilization Rate ◽  
Functional Study ◽  
Embryo Morphology ◽  
Loss Of Function ◽  
Maturation Arrest ◽  
Polar Bodies

Abstract Study question What causes our patient’s repeated almost complete oocyte maturation arrest (OMA)? Summary answer Since we did not detect PATL2 and TUBB8 mutations, both known to cause OMA, this case was likely caused by mutations in HUS1 and ITGB3 What is known already OMA has been associated with loss-of-function in key genes, such as PATL2 and TUBB8. Such patients have, however, uniformly have been unable to conceive with IVF Study design, size, duration We here report the case of repeatedly presenting patient between 2009 until 2020 (age 30 at 1st and 41 at last visit). Participants/materials, setting, methods The couple underwent 7 IVF treatments under several ovarian stimulation protocols at different gonadotropin dosages and in different preparations to try to recruit mature eggs. She conceived in her 2nd IVF cycle in 2009 and delivered uneventfully in 2010. She then conceived spontaneously and delivered a healthy boy in 2014. The couple since then has been attempting another pregnancy. Remarkably, in all IVF cycles all eggs but one arrested at prophase. Main results and the role of chance The female demonstrates abnormally high ovarian reserve for age (AMH=5.9 ng/mL in 2019) (mean, 10.6 oocytes). In all cycles, all but one retrieved were immature. In vitro maturation rate for the GV oocytes was 28%. Resultant M2s, however, demonstrated morphological abnormalities, such as giant polar bodies. In vivo M2s, in contrast, were always morphologically unremarkable, and their fertilization rate was 85%. Embryo morphology deteriorated appreciatively with advancing age. Sanger sequencing for TUBB8 and PATL2 genes were unremarkable. Whole genome sequencing of her and her sister (who had no fertility problems) revealed mutations of genes belonging to the integrin family (ITGB3) and DNA repair checkpoint (HUS1), both of which could be determinants in the observed maturation arrest. Limitations, reasons for caution A functional study, coupled with imaging of the discarded material, will likely offer further information regarding the mechanisms leading to OMA in this female. Wider implications of the findings: This case report represents a new phenotype of female infertility, characterized by almost complete maturation arrest which, however, still offers opportunity for pregnancy. Further isolation of underlying mutation(s) may offer additional insights about checkpoints required for the transition of prophase to metaphase in human oocytes. Trial registration number NA

In Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy of Gold Microparticles Deposited in the Skin. A Case Report on Cutaneous Chrysiasis

2019 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-16
Author(s):  
Christine S.K. Fuchs ◽  
Marco Ardigo ◽  
Merete Haedersdal ◽  
Mette Mogensen
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Confocal Microscopy ◽  
Reflectance Confocal Microscopy
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