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1. 3-Hydroxy-4,7-megastigmadien-9-one, isolated from Ulva pertusa, attenuates TLR9-mediated inflammatory response by down-regulating mitogen-activated protein kinase and NF-κB pathways

Author:
Irshad Ali; Zahid Manzoor; Jung-Eun Koo; Jung-Eun Kim; Sang-Hee Byeon; Eun-Sook Yoo; Hee-Kyoung Kang; Jin-Won Hyun; Nam-Ho Lee; Young-Sang Koh
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 435-440
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
DNA; IKappaB kinase; Ulva; Western blotting; anti-inflammatory activity; bioactive compounds; carotenoids; dendritic cells; enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay; human health; inflammation; inhibitory concentration 50; interleukin-12; interleukin-6; luciferase; macroalgae; mitogen-activated protein kinase; phosphorylation; phycocyanin; polyphenols; polysaccharides; reporter genes; transcription (genetics); transcription factor NF-kappa B; tumor necrosis factor-alpha; vitamins
Abstract:
... Context: Seaweeds are rich in bioactive compounds in the form of vitamins, phycobilins, polyphenols, carotenoids, phycocyanins and polysaccharides; many of these are known to have advantageous applications in human health. 3-Hydroxy-4,7-megastigmadien-9-one (comp) was isolated from Ulva pertusa (U. pertusa) Kjellman (Ulvaceae), which is a familiar edible green seaweed. Objective: This study evalua ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2016.1246574
PubMed:
27937044
PubMed Central:
PMC6130523

2. 4-Nerolidylcatechol: apoptosis by mitochondrial mechanisms with reduction in cyclin D1 at G0/G1 stage of the chronic myelogenous K562 cell line

Author:
Polyana Lopes Benfica; Renato Ivan de Ávila; Bruna dos Santos Rodrigues; Alane Pereira Cortez; Aline Carvalho Batista; Marilisa Pedroso Nogueira Gaeti; Eliana Martins Lima; Kênnia Rocha Rezende; Marize Campos Valadares
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1899-1908
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
acetylcysteine; antineoplastic activity; apoptosis; caspases; cell lines; cyclins; cytochrome c; cytotoxicity; drug therapy; enzyme activity; inhibitory concentration 50; interphase; lymphocytes; mitochondria; neoplasms; phosphatidylserines; reactive oxygen species
Abstract:
... Context: 4-Nerolidylcatechol (4-NRC) has showed antitumor potential through apoptosis. However, its apoptotic mechanisms are still unclear, especially in leukemic cells. Objectives: To evaluate the cytotoxic potential of 4-NRC and its cell death pathways in p53-null K562 leukemic cells. Materials and methods: Cytotoxicity of 4-NRC (4.17–534.5 μM) over 24 h of exposure was evaluated by MTT assay. 4 ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1311351
PubMed:
28644062
PubMed Central:
PMC6130688

3. A mechanistic evaluation of the traditional uses of Nepeta ruderalis in gastrointestinal and airway disorders

Author:
Hassan Mahmood; Mueen Ahmad Chaudhry; Zeeshan Masood; Muhammad Asad Saeed; Sherjeel Adnan
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1017-1021
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Nepeta; acute toxicity; antidiarrheal effect; calcium; carbachol; data collection; jejunum; median effective concentration; mice; parasympatholytics; potassium; rabbits; tissues; verapamil
Abstract:
... Context: Nepeta ruderalis Buch.-Ham. (Lamiaceae), locally known as Badranj Boya, is an aromatic herb used traditionally as an antispasmodic, antidiarrhoeal, and anti-asthamatic remedy. Objective: Aqueous methanolic extract of N. ruderalis was studied to investigate its traditional uses. Materials and methods: Study was conducted from September 2015 to February 2016. In vitro spasmolytic and bronch ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1285325
PubMed:
28183233
PubMed Central:
PMC6130483

4. A phlorotannin constituent of Ecklonia cava alleviates postprandial hyperglycemia in diabetic mice

Author:
Hyun-Ah Lee; Ji-Hyeok Lee; Ji-Sook Han
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1149-1154
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Ecklonia; absorption; acarbose; alpha-amylase; alpha-glucosidase; animal disease models; antioxidant activity; blood glucose; blood sampling; caudal vein; diabetes; dietary carbohydrate; enzyme activity; enzyme inhibition; enzyme inhibitors; glucose; hyperglycemia; inhibitory concentration 50; mice; starch
Abstract:
... Context: 2,7″-Phloroglucinol-6,6′-bieckol is a type of phlorotannin isolated from brown algae, Ecklonia cava Kjellman (Phaeophyceae; Laminareaceae). 2,7″-Phloroglucinol-6,6′-bieckol mediates antioxidant activities. However, there has been no research on improving postprandial hyperglycaemia using 2,7″-phloroglucinol-6,6′-bieckol. Objective: This study investigated the inhibitory effects of 2,7″-ph ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1291693
PubMed:
28219252
PubMed Central:
PMC6130562

5. A review on phytochemical and pharmacological properties of Litsea coreana

Author:
Xuejing Jia; Peng Li; Jianbo Wan; Chengwei He
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1368-1374
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Litsea coreana; beverages; databases; essential oils; flavonoids; hepatoprotective effect; herbal tea; hyperglycemia; medicinal plants; polyphenols; polysaccharides; systematic review; toxicity; traditional medicine
Abstract:
... Context: Litsea coreana H. Lév. (Lauraceae) is used as an ethnic herb or beverage in China. Substantial studies indicate that it contains a variety of compounds and shows diverse bioactivities with no toxicity. Objective: This review analyzes and summarizes the ethnopharmacological applications, phytochemistry, and pharmacological activities and molecular mechanisms of L. coreana. Methods: Related ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1302482
PubMed:
28301985
PubMed Central:
PMC7011990

6. A standardized Hippophae extract (SBL-1) counters neuronal tissue injuries and changes in neurotransmitters: implications in radiation protection

Author:
Madhu Bala; Vanita Gupta; Jagdish Prasad
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1833-1842
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Hippophae rhamnoides; amygdala; antioxidant activity; blood plasma; body weight; brain damage; catalase; cerebral cortex; counters; dopamine; epinephrine; glutathione; hippocampus; histology; humans; irradiation; laboratory animals; leaf extracts; males; medicinal plants; nausea; neurons; neuroprotective effect; neurotransmitters; norepinephrine; rats; superoxide dismutase; taste; vomiting
Abstract:
... Context: Effects of a radioprotective, standardized leaf extract (code SBL-1) from traditional medicinal plant, sea buckthorn [Hippophae rhamnoides L. (Elaeagnaceae)], on neurotransmitters and brain injuries in rats showing radiation-induced conditioned taste aversion (CTA), are not known. Understanding CTA in rats is important because its process is considered parallel to nausea and vomiting in h ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1331365
PubMed:
28552029
PubMed Central:
PMC6130468

7. A systematic review of the active saikosaponins and extracts isolated from Radix Bupleuri and their applications

Author:
Bochuan Yuan; Rui Yang; Yongsheng Ma; Shan Zhou; Xiaodong Zhang; Ying Liu
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 620-635
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Oriental traditional medicine; active ingredients; adverse effects; anti-allergic agents; heat; herbal medicines; immunomodulation; liver; maximum tolerated dose; medicinal properties; mitogen-activated protein kinase; systematic review; transcription factor NF-kappa B
Abstract:
... Context: Radix Bupleuri has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for over 2000 years with functions of relieving exterior syndrome, clearing heat, regulating liver-qi, and lifting yang-qi. More natural active compounds, especially saikosaponins, have been isolated from Radix Bupleuri, which possess various valuable pharmacological activities. Objective: To summarize the current knowledge on p ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2016.1262433
PubMed:
27951737
PubMed Central:
PMC6130612

8. A two-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of Viola odorata, Echium amoenum and Physalis alkekengi mixture in symptomatic benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) men

Author:
Fatemeh Beiraghdar; Behzad Einollahi; Alireza Ghadyani; Yunes Panahi; Abbas Hadjiakhoondi; Mahdi Vazirian; Ali Salarytabar; Behrad Darvishi
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1800-1805
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Echium amoenum; Physalis alkekengi; Viola odorata; adverse effects; hyperplasia; men; patients; phytotherapy; plant extracts; quality of life; urinalysis; urination; urine
Abstract:
... Context: As an alternative approach, administration of phytotherapeutic agents in management of benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), is rapidly growing each day. Different authors have indicated effectiveness of Viola odorata L. (Violaceae), Echium amoenum Fisch. & C.A.Mey. (Boraginaceae) and Physalis alkekengi L. (Solanaceae) in treatment of BPH. However, none have reported the beneficial outcomes ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1328445
PubMed:
28532232
PubMed Central:
PMC6130621

9. Acute and sub-chronic toxicity of Cajanus cajan leaf extracts

Author:
Rong Tang; Ru-hua Tian; Jia-zhong Cai; Jun-hui Wu; Xiao-ling Shen; Ying-jie Hu
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1740-1746
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Cajanus cajan; acute toxicity; butanol; epididymis; ethanol; females; flavonoids; fractionation; hematology; high performance liquid chromatography; histopathology; kidneys; laboratory animals; leaf extracts; leaves; males; mice; mortality; oral administration; rats; stilbenes; testes; toxicity testing
Abstract:
... Context: The leaves of Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp. (Fabaceae) have diverse bioactivities, but little safety data are reported. Objective: This study examines the toxicological profiles of C. cajan leaf extracts. Materials and methods: The leaves were extracted by water or 90% ethanol to obtain water or ethanol extract (WEC or EEC). EEC was suspended in water and successively fractionated into dichl ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1309556
PubMed:
28494681
PubMed Central:
PMC6130582

10. Ameliorating effect of Celastrus paniculatus standardized extract and its fractions on 3-nitropropionic acid induced neuronal damage in rats: possible antioxidant mechanism

Author:
Jai Malik; Maninder Karan; Rachna Dogra
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 980-990
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
3-nitropropionic acid; Celastrus paniculatus; antioxidant activity; body weight; brain; butanol; cognition; cortex; densitometry; ethanol; ethyl acetate; gait; herbal medicines; laboratory animals; linoleic acid; locomotion; males; medicinal properties; memory; nervous system diseases; neurons; oxidative stress; petroleum; plant extracts; protective effect; rats; seeds; thin layer chromatography
Abstract:
... Context: Celastrus paniculatus Wild. (Celasteraceae) (CP) is a well-known Ayurvedic ‘Medhya Rasayana’ (nervine tonic), used extensively as a neuro-protective and memory enhancer, and in different central nervous system disorders. Objective: To evaluate the effect of CP against 3-nitropropionic acid (3-NP) induced Huntington's disease (HD) like symptoms in Wistar male rats. Materials and methods: T ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1285945
PubMed:
28164735
PubMed Central:
PMC6130694

11. Amelioration of hyperglycaemia and modulation of antioxidant status by Alcea rosea seeds in alloxan-induced diabetic rats

Author:
Parvaiz A. Dar; Fasil Ali; Ishfaq A. Sheikh; Showkat A. Ganie; Tanveer A. Dar
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1849-1855
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Alcea rosea; albino; alloxan; analgesic effect; animal disease models; antioxidant activity; blood glucose; diabetes; fasting; glycemic effect; hydrogen peroxide; hyperglycemia; laboratory animals; liver; metformin; methanol; pancreas; rats; seed extracts; seeds; superoxide dismutase
Abstract:
... Context: Alcea rosea L. (Malvaceae) has various medicinal uses including anticancer, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. However, there is no report on its antidiabetic activity. Objective: Alcea rosea seed extracts were evaluated for antihyperglycaemic and antioxidative potential in diabetic rats. Materials and methods: Single intra-peritoneal injection of alloxan (130 mg/kg b.w.) was use ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1333127
PubMed:
28571499
PubMed Central:
PMC6130437

12. An ethnopharmacological study of aromatic Uyghur medicinal plants in Xinjiang, China

Author:
Lu Zhao; Shuge Tian; E. Wen; Halmuart Upur
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1114-1130
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
ethnobotany; extinction; fruits; health services; indigenous knowledge; indigenous species; interviews; medicinal plants; medicinal properties; surveys; therapeutics; traditional medicine; villages; China; Europe; India; Mediterranean region
Abstract:
... Context: An ethnobotanical survey was completed in a remote village and surrounding country of Xinjiang, where most Uyghur medicinal plants could be collected. This work clarifies and increases ethnobotanical data. Objectives: We surveyed and organized aromatic medicinal plants that are commonly used in clinical settings to provide a significant reference for studying new medical activities. Mater ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2016.1270971
PubMed:
28209076
PubMed Central:
PMC6130679

13. An evaluation of the anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effects of hydroethanol leaf extract of Albizia zygia in animal models

Author:
Wonder Kofi Mensah Abotsi; Stanley Benjamin Lamptey; Stephen Afrane; Eric Boakye-Gyasi; Ruth Uwa Umoh; Eric Woode
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 338-348
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Albizia zygia; acetaminophen; analgesic effect; animal models; atropine; chicks; diclofenac; edema; fever; formalin test; leaf extracts; leaves; malaria; mechanism of action; morphine; naloxone; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents; pain; theophylline; traditional medicine
Abstract:
... Context: The leaves of Albizia zygia (DC.) J.F. Macbr. (Leguminosae-Mimosoideae) are used in Ghanaian traditional medicine for the treatment of pain, inflammatory disorders and fever (including malaria). Objectives: The present study evaluated the anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effects of the hydroethanol leaf extract of Albizia zygia (AZE) in animal models. Materials and methods: Th ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2016.1262434
PubMed:
27927089
PubMed Central:
PMC6130645

14. An unprecedented antioxidative isopimarane norditerpenoid from bivalve clam, Paphia malabarica with anti-cyclooxygenase and lipoxygenase potential

Author:
Minju Joy; Kajal Chakraborty
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 819-824
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl; Paphia; adverse effects; alpha-tocopherol; anti-inflammatory activity; antioxidant activity; antioxidants; bioactive compounds; clams; coasts; ethyl acetate; fractionation; freeze drying; ibuprofen; in vitro studies; inhibitory concentration 50; lipoxygenases; methanol; nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy; sonication; spectral analysis; India
Abstract:
... Context: The yellow-foot bivalve clam, Paphia malabarica Chemnitz (Veneridae) is distributed in the southwest coastal regions of India. The ethyl acetate-methanol extract of this species exhibited significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Objectives: To purify and characterize the bioactive compound from P. malabarica along with in vitro assays. Materials and methods: The edible po ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1280061
PubMed:
28116944
PubMed Central:
PMC6130755

15. Anthelmintic efficacy of Clerodendrum viscosum on fowl tapeworm Raillietina tetragona

Author:
Suranjana Nandi; Bidisha Ukil; Saptarshi Roy; Suman Kundu; Larisha Mawkhlieng Lyndem
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1401-1406
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Clerodendrum; Raillietina; Verbenaceae; death; drug therapy; electron microscopy; histology; in vitro studies; leaf extracts; organelles; pH; paralysis; permeability; phytochemicals; praziquantel; shrubs; tapeworms; India
Abstract:
... Context: Clerodendrum viscosum Vent. (Verbenaceae) is a shrub, widely used amongst the natives of India against various diseases. Objective: Crude extract of the plant was tested in vitro on a tapeworm Raillietina tetragona Molin (Davaineidae) to evaluate its potential anthelmintic efficacy and ultrastructural changes in the parasite. Materials and methods: Parasites were exposed to different conc ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2016.1226367
PubMed:
27595160
PubMed Central:
PMC6130479

16. Anti-DHAV-1 reproduction and immuno-regulatory effects of a flavonoid prescription on duck virus hepatitis

Author:
Yun Chen; Ling Zeng; Jingjing Yang; Yixuan Wang; Fangke Yao; Yi Wu; Deyun Wang; Yuanliang Hu; Jiaguo Liu
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1545-1552
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
B-lymphocytes; Duck hepatitis A virus; T-lymphocytes; adsorption; antibodies; cell proliferation; dose response; duck virus hepatitis; ducklings; enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay; flavonoids; interferon-gamma; interleukin-2; lymphocyte proliferation; poultry diseases; quantitative polymerase chain reaction; reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction; secretion; virus replication
Abstract:
... Context: The flavonoid prescription baicalin-linarin-icariin-notoginsenoside R1 (BLIN) has a curative effect on duck virus hepatitis (DVH) caused by duck hepatitis A virus type 1 (DHAV-1). However, the mechanism of this curative effect is not understood. Objective: This study investigates the mechanism of the curative effect of BLIN on DVH caused by DHAV-1. We analyzed the anti-DHAV-1 reproduction ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1309554
PubMed:
28385083
PubMed Central:
PMC6130687

17. Anti-Helicobacter pylori and antiulcerogenic activity of Aframomum pruinosum seeds on indomethacin-induced gastric ulcer in rats

Author:
Laure Brigitte Kouitcheu Mabeku; Blandine Nanfack Nana; Bertrand Eyoum Bille; Roland Tchuenteu Tchuenguem; Eveline Nguepi
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 929-936
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Aframomum; Helicobacter pylori; adverse effects; anti-ulcer activity; etiological agents; gastritis; humans; indomethacin; methanol; minimum inhibitory concentration; mucus; nitric oxide; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents; oral administration; plant extracts; rats; seeds; stomach ulcers
Abstract:
... Context: Peptic ulcer is one of the most common diseases affecting mankind. Although there are many products used for its treatment, most of these products produce severe adverse reactions requiring the search for novel compounds. Some Afromomum species are used traditionally to cure acute gastritis. Objective: To evaluate the antiulcer activity of the methanol extract of Aframomum pruinosum Gagne ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1285326
PubMed:
28164737
PubMed Central:
PMC6130624

18. Anti-acetylcholinesterase activity and antioxidant properties of extracts and fractions of Carpolobia lutea

Author:
Lucky Legbosi Nwidu; Ekramy Elmorsy; Jack Thornton; Buddhika Wijamunige; Anusha Wijesekara; Rebecca Tarbox; Averil Warren; Wayne Grant Carter
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1875-1883
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl; Alzheimer disease; Carpolobia lutea; acetylcholinesterase; antioxidant activity; chloroform; cytotoxicity; dose response; ethanol; ethyl acetate; free radical scavengers; gallic acid; hepatocytes; hexane; humans; inhibitory concentration 50; leaves; methanol; oils; quercetin; roots; solvents; stems
Abstract:
... Context: There is an unmet need to discover new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. This study determined the anti-acetylcholinesterase (AChE) activity, DPPH free radical scavenging and antioxidant properties of Carpolobia lutea G. Don (Polygalaceae). Objective: The objective of this study is to quantify C. lutea anti-AChE, DPPH free radical scavenging, and antioxidant activities and cell cytotoxi ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1339283
PubMed:
28629287
PubMed Central:
PMC6130458

19. Anti-cryptococcal activity of ethanol crude extract and hexane fraction from Ocimum basilicum var. Maria bonita: mechanisms of action and synergism with amphotericin B and Ocimum basilicum essential oil

Author:
Nathalia N. R. Cardoso; Celuta S. Alviano; Arie F. Blank; Maria de Fátima Arrigoni-Blank; Maria Teresa V. Romanos; Marcel M. L. Cunha; Antonio Jorge R. da Silva; Daniela S. Alviano
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1380-1388
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Cryptococcus gattii; Cryptococcus neoformans; Ocimum basilicum; amphotericin B; antifungal properties; ergosterol; essential oils; ethanol; headache; hexane; inoculum; intestines; kidney diseases; kidneys; leaves; mechanism of action; minimum inhibitory concentration; pigmentation; serotypes; synergism; traditional medicine
Abstract:
... Context: Ocimum basilicum L. (Lamiaceae) has been used in folk medicine to treat headaches, kidney disorders, and intestinal worms. Objective: This study evaluates the anti-cryptococcal activity of ethanol crude extract and hexane fraction obtained from O. basilicum var. Maria Bonita leaves. Materials and methods: The MIC values for Cryptococcus sp. were obtained according to Clinical and Laborato ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1302483
PubMed:
28317465
PubMed Central:
PMC6130641

20. Anti-fibrotic effects of Cuscuta chinensis with in vitro hepatic stellate cells and a thioacetamide-induced experimental rat model

Author:
Jin Seoub Kim; Sushruta Koppula; Mun Jeong Yum; Gwang Mo Shin; Yun Jin Chae; Seok Min Hong; Jae Dong Lee; MinDong Song
Source:
Pharmaceutical biology 2017 v.55 no.1 pp. 1909-1919
ISSN:
1744-5116
Subject:
Cuscuta; analytical kits; animal models; apoptosis; biomarkers; blood serum; cell cycle; cell viability; fibrosis; flow cytometry; gene expression; glutathione; histopathology; hydroxyproline; in vivo studies; kidney diseases; kidneys; laboratory animals; liver; rats; reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction; silymarin; spectrophotometers; staining; toxicity testing; traditional medicine; transforming growth factor beta 1
Abstract:
... Context: Cuscuta chinensis Lam. (Convolvulaceae) has been used as a traditional herbal remedy for treating liver and kidney disorders. Objective: Anti-fibrotic effects of C. chinensis extract (CCE) in cellular and experimental animal models were investigated. Materials and methods: HSC-T6 cell viability, cell cycle and apoptosis were analysed using MTT assay, flow cytometry and Annexin V-FITC/PI s ...
DOI:
10.1080/13880209.2017.1340965
PubMed:
28651481
PubMed Central:
PMC6130704