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- Iatrogenic Complications of NG Tube - Accidental Fixation to the Pylorus of Stomuch - A Case Study and Review of literature
Introduction: Nasogastric tube is used in almost all the patients for feeding and gastric decompression specially treated for GIT problems or head and neck injury / surgeries for variable lengths of time . It may b..
- The Incidence of Inferior Turbinate Hypertrophy in a Brazilian Population
Abstract: Objetive: The aim of this study is to verify the incidence of inferior turbinates hypertrophy in a Brazilian population.Methods: Two thousand and four hundred panoramic radiography from the files of the Oral Pathology Department of the school of Dentistry UniFOA, Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, were evaluated f..
- Neuromodulation techniques for treatment of refractory neuropathic pain
Introduction: Electrical neuromodulation techique is used for treatment of chronic neuropathic pain refractory to drug therapy with painkillers or anticonvulsivant. It generally involves the selective application of a programmable pulse waveform through a series of electrode within a lead to stimulate afferent nerve fibers, spinal d..
- Psychosocial recovery after the Oklahoma City Tornadoes
Abstract: The purpose of this commentary is to introduce the importance of place after the tornadoes in Oklahoma and suggest next steps for the community of disaster survivors and the external stakeholders that willstep in to help in the recovery process. After defining place, the nimbleness of resilience and psychosocial suppor..
- A Comparative Study of Catalase Activities in Different Vertebrates
Abstract: Catalase is one of the most active antioxidant defence enzymes known for being highly cooperative with SOD and other H2O2 producers at high flux of hydrogen peroxide. In the present study, catalase ac..
- Protocols for Evaluating Antioxidant Defence and Oxidative Stress Parameters in Rat Testis
Abstract: This article describes the comprehensive methods and steps evaluating different antioxidant defence parameters and oxidative stress parameters of rat testis. Different antioxidant defence parameters include antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase, glutathio..
- Consumption of the Dietary Flavonoids Quercetin, Luteolin and Kaempferol and Overall Risk of Cancer - A Review and Meta-Analysis of the Epidemiological Data
Abstract : Numerous epidemiological and preclinical studies suggest that flavonoids may play an important role in the decreased risk of cancer associated with a diet rich in plant-derived foods. In this article, we have reviewed the epidemiological studies assessing the relationship between the consumption of three of the most co..
- Ferripyoverdine Receptors: A Probable Entrance Route for the good, the bad and the ugly
Abstract: Pseudomonas aeruginosa produces pyoverdine in order to chelate iron, the ferri-pyoverdine complexes formed are internalized by ferripyoverdine transporters (fpvA) present on its outer membrane, three fpvA’s are known (fpvAI, fpvAII, and fpvAIII), the fpvAI was cloned in 1993 by Poole et al. and the other two fp..
- Aortic Valve Surgery: Results of Aortic Valve Surgery Combined or not with CABG Surgery
Abstract : Objective: The number of patients doing aortic valve surgery with or without CABG is increasing continuously in our country. The goal of this study is to evaluate the results of aortic valve surgery a..
- Pseudo Acute Renal Failure due to delayed presentation of intra-peritoneal bladder injury following blunt abdominal trauma
Abstract : Full urinary bladder is prone to intra-peritoneal rupture following blunt abdominal trauma. It is usually diagnosed early due to frank hematuria. Review of literature has revealed few cases of delayed presentation of bladder injury presenting as acute pseudo renal failure. Each of the cases has a pointer towards inhere..
- Testicular Protection From Thyroid Hormone Mediated Oxidative Stress
Abstract : Testis is very rich in unsaturated fatty acids with poor antioxidant defense system and due to presence of a potential reactive oxygen species (ROS)-generating systems, it is much more vulnerable to o..
- Role of Glia In Reproduction and Consequent Human Therapeutic Potentials-A Systematic Review
Abstract : Background: Recent evidence suggests that astrocytes have important neuroregulatory functions besides classic functions of support and segregation of neurons which includes regulation of neuron communication,neurosecretion and synaptic plasticity.The aim of this review was to focus on astrocyte-neuron interactions in t..
- Ethics in Prehospital Emergency Medicine: An Ethical Dilemma in Patient Communication
Abstract: Abstract: This case report discusses an ethical dilemma about consent and patient autonomy from prehospital emergency services. It is argued that the dilemma involves deep ethical problems, and that these problems have not received sufficient attention in the literature on the ethical dimension of emergency medicine an..
- Human Papillomavirus Genotyping by Dual Priming Oligonucleotide Technology And Its Clinical Efficacy in Cervical Cancer Management
Abstract: Infection with oncogenic human papillomavirus (HPV) is a necessary source for the progression of cervical cancer. Several types of human papillomaviruses (HPVs) are associated with a range of benign a..
- Nocturnal Bruxism: Still a Nosological Conundrum?
Abstract : Sleep bruxism is a frequent and bothersome, albeit benign condition. Diagnosed initially from dentistry specialists, it has become gradually a neurological enigma, since several neurotransmitters and ..
- Length Measurement of Fetal Long Bone and Fetal Anomaly Detection
Abstract : Fetal long bone estimation is a pivotal estimation for abnormal fetus development and fetus weight. Moreover, estimation of limb length becomes an important indicator for osteochondrodysplasia and chr..
- Increased germ cell apoptosis during testicular development and maturation by experimentally induced transient and persistent hypothyroidism
Abstract: Oxidative stress is known to be one of the major factors to induce germ cell apoptosis. In our earlier research, it was reported that neonatal persistent and transient hypothyroidism cause prevalence of oxidative stress marked by elevated lipid peroxide levels, protein carbonyl contents with decreased antioxidant enzym..
- Trabecular Juvenile Ossifying Fibroma (WHO-type): Case Report
Abstract: The aim of this paper was to present a brief case report of Trabecular Juvenile Ossifying Fibroma (WHO-type) (TJOF WHO-type), and compare the clinical and histopathological findings with current liter..
- Potassium Bicarbonate to Ameliorate Gout
Abstract : It has been found that potassium bicarbonate supplements make the urine sufficiently alkaline that uric acid can be efficiently kept soluble and thus successfully excreted. This will prevent the destructive effects associated with gout. Some of the circumstances causing gout are discussed as well as some other ameliora..
- Spontaneous Neoplasia: A Destiny of Viviparous Mammal
Abstract : True cancers are more frequent among vertebrates, including viviparous mammals. The most evidenced risk factor for these pathologies among vertebrates seems to be retroviral infections. A part of their genome is incorporated mainly in mammalians as endogenous retroviruses (ERVs). This parasitic genome is vital for vivi..
- Cervical Immunobiology in Women at Risk of Preterm Labour
Background: Preterm birth, defined as birth occurring after the gestational age of viability (23 weeks, 500 grams weight) and before 37 completed weeks (259 days) of pregnancy, is one of the most important problems in medicine today. Preterm birth is the single largest cause of mortality and morbidity for newborns. It accounts for..
- Cervical Immunology in Women at risk of preterm labour
Background: Preterm birth, defined as birth occurring after the gestational age of viability (23 weeks, 500 grams weight) and before 37 completed weeks (259 days) of pregnancy, is one of the most important proble..
- Cervical Anatomy in Women at Risk of Preterm Labour
Background: Preterm birth, defined as birth occurring after the gestational age of viability (23 weeks, 500 grams weight) and before 37 completed weeks (259 days) of pregnancy, is one of the most important problems in medicine today. Preterm birth is the single largest cause of mortality and morbidity for newborns. It accounts for..
- Peer Visiting as a Tool to Enhance Teaching and Learning in Post-Graduate Medical Training
Abstract : Purpose: The Peer Visiting model is a new model for educational assessment in postgraduate training in Family Medicine. In this paper we describe the model and a qualitative study designed to determine: First, how the model is perceived by the preceptors and their residents and second, whether or not preceptors and res..
- Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, NAFLD: General Overview of a Multifactorial Disease
Abreviations: NAFLD, Non alcoholic fatty liver disease; NASH, non alcoholic steatohepatitis; HPF, high power field; GH: growth hormone; IGF-1, insulin like growth factor 1; TNF, tumor necrosis factor; IP-10, Interferon gamma induced protein 10; MCP-1, monocytes chemoattractan protein; MTTP, microsomal trygliceride transfer protein; ..
- Cysticlean and Recurrent Urinary Tract Infection
Abstract : Urinary tract infection (UTI) is the most common infection in hospital settings. While antibiotics are quite effective at providing clinical cure for UTI, urogenital pathogen drug resistance is on the increase. In recent decades, cranberry has been shown to be solid means of alleviating and curing several illnesses tha..
- Investigating Emerging Trends of Intraocular Lens (IOL's) Implantation in Rural India for Cataract
Abstract : Purpose: Investigating emerging trends of intraocular lens (IOL's) implantation in Dr. Manohar Dole Medical Foundation, Narayangaon, India, for Cataract from April 2003 till March 2011. Materials and Methods: Survey was conducted at Dr. Manohar Dole Medical Foundation, Narayangaon, India, where patients were categoriz..
- 'Modernizing' the Basic Sciences MD program at XUSOM, Aruba
My opinion: Abstract: Xavier University School of Medicine is a private medical school in Aruba, Dutch Caribbean mainly admitting students from the United States and Canada to the undergraduate medical (MD) course. Recently the school is in the process of modifying its curriculum in line with its objective of creating leaders in ..
- Subarachnoid Haemorrhage: A Comparison Between Coiling and Clipping
Abstract : Introduction A subarachnoid haemorrhage is defined as bleeding into the subarachnoid space. It is usually caused by the rupture of an intracranial aneurysm, although it has other causes including trauma and malignancies. The main factors that increase the likelihood of a subarachnoid haemorrhage are excessive alcohol c..
- The Evolution of Diet and Total Health
Introduction: Total health may be defined as physical, social, mental and spiritual wellbeing of a person or community. As given in the Palaeontological records, the Homo sapiens and its predecessors, namely Homo erectus and Homo habilis were primarily and their total health was supposed to be better than the health status to day (F..
- Risk Assessment Process of Amitraz on Environment and Human Health
Abstract : Amitraz is the common name for N'-(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-N-[[(2,4-dimethylphenyl) imino] methyl]-N-methylmethanimidamide. Amitraz is a triazapentadiene compound, a member of the amidine chemical family. It is an insecticide and acaricide used to control red spider mites, leaf miners, scale insects, and aphids. On cotton ..
- Analysis of the Management of Head Injuries at the Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow with Respect to the SIGN Guidelines
Abstract : This is a retrospective analysis of 84 patients who presented to the Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow with the initial complaint of head injury between the calendar months of August 2005 and August 2006. 84 patients were analysed. 96.4% had a GCS documented on arrival, 92% were admitted for observation, the mean age was 52...
- SW-620 Cells Evoke IL-8 Expression and Downregulation by Ozagrel: An Intervention in IBD.
Abstract: Inflammatory bowel disease is chronic uncontrolled inflammation characterized by intense mucosal recruitment of activated leukocytes. Here we have developed an in vitro model for IBD using colon cancer cell line SW-620. Colon epithelial cell line HT-29 expressed elevated IL-8 levels when induced with LPS isolated from ..
- Deep venous thrombosis in a subject with agenesis of inferior vena cava
Abstract : Agenesis of inferior vena cava (IVC) is a rare anomaly associated with idiopathic deep venous thrombosis, particularly in young people. We present the case of a 30 year old male, admitted with fever, ..
- Adhesive tape: A valuable material following preoperative site hair shaving!!
My opinion: Abstract: The shaving of operative sites had become well-established by the early twentieth century. Shaving preoperatively should not be performed routinely. However, if required a clipper has to b..
- Effects of Smoking on Serum Lecithin: Cholesterol Acyltransferase Activity
Abstract: Smoking is a established cardiovascular disease risk factor. But the mechanism how it causes cardiovascular risk is still not properly understood. This study was aimed to evaluate effects of smoking on lecithin:cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT) activity ,a key factor in the esterification of plasma cholesterol and rev..
- Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Sexually Transmitted Infections- A Study on Undergraduate College Students of Mumbai
Abstract: The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitudes and practices of undergraduate students with respect to STIs and preventive behaviours. An interview schedule was used to gather information fr..
- Cerebral vasculitides and non-arteriosclerotic vasculopathies: A Theoretical Review
Abstract : Gross division of vasculitides is still today dependent upon the histological characteristics of the disease; nevertheless anatomic-pathological classifications mainly rely upon the diameter of the in..
- Pilot Study of Insomnia Prevalence in Cancer Survivors
Abstract: The increasing number of cancer survivors forces professionals to deal with new symptoms such as insomnia or other sleep disturbances (SD). This study aimed to determine the prevalence and type of SD in a population of cancer survivors. METHODS: Eligible patients treated with curative intent and followed a minimum of 4..
- A Simple Interscalene Block: The Manani's Technique. Some Elements of Distinction from Supraclavicular Perivascular Techniques
Abstract : Aim: The aim of this study is an anatomical review regarding the brachial plexus and its relationships with contiguous anatomical structures to better define the Interscalene Brachial Plexus Block Tec..
- Conducting Small Group Learning Sessions in a Cost-Effective Manner: Our Experiences
My opinion: In recent years there has been a lot of emphasis on ‘active’ learning strategies carried out in small groups. While many medical school faculties are interested in adopting small group learning strategies, doubts and concerns remain especially in developing countries. Among these are fitting these activitie..
- A Case of Incisiform Supernumerary Tooth Along With a Impacted Supplemental Tooth In Anterior Maxillary Region
Abstract : Supernumerary tooth is one of the developmental problems in children. They can be found all over the oral cavity but most commonly in the central incisor region. It usually results in oral problems su..
- Visual Analogue Scale Specific Patient-Controlled Analgesia (VAS Guided PCA)
My opinion: As an anesthesia provider, we are responsible for ensuring adequate perioperative analgesia. One of the pain management modality that is frequently used in perioperative settings is patient-controlled..
- Osteoblastoma of the Foot and Ankle (Case Report)
Abstract : The osteoblastoma of extremities is a very rare benign tumor of bones that occurs during the second and third decade with a clear male ascendancy. It is at first spinal, than it achieves long bones of..
- How Running Barefoot (Xero Shoes) and Running Shod (Montrail Shoes) Effects Percent of Maximum Heart rate - A Case Report
Abstract : Heart Rate [HR] is a factor effecting running performance. The type of a running shoe may enhance or inhibit performance depending upon the type of contact surface, the weight of the shoe, or the form employed. There are arguments for and against running barefoot as compared to ShodShoe in a lightweight running shoe. T..
- Clinicopathological Analysis of Pheochromocytoma: A Retrospective Study
Abstract : Pheochromocytoma is a rare tumor of chromaffin tissues most commonly arising from the adrenal medulla. We retrospectively reviewed the records of 34 patients with pheochromocytoma who underwent surgic..
- High Resolution Melt Curve Analysis- An Innovative Approach for Molecular Diagnosis
Introduction : High Resolution Melting (HRM) is a homogeneous, extremely powerful technique for SNP genotyping, mutation scanning and sequence scanning in DNA samples [1]. Enabled by the recent availability of improved double-stranded DNA (dsDNA)–binding dyes and next-generation real-time PCR instrumentation, High Resolution Me..
- Building & Marketing Clinical Research Site
My opinion: Building Clinical Research SiteFor conducting Clinical Trials at hospital/Site proper facility should be there to meet study requirements, hence a Sponsor/CRO/SMO access the study site before selecting the site by conducting on-site qualifying visit whether facility meets study requirements. A dedicated research area w..
- Peripheral Ossifying Fibroma- A Rare Manifestation in Mandibular Posterior Region
Abstract : Peripheral ossifying fibroma (POF) is an occasional growth of the anterior region of mandible and accounts for 3.1% of all oral tumors and 9.6% of the gingival lesions. About 60% of these tumors occur..
- Physical Basis of Gadolinium Induced Skin Nephrofibrosis: Testing by Gadolinium-Protein Targeting Assay and Iron Oxide Nanoparticle Based Magnetic Resonance Microscopy
Abstract : Gadolinium based MRI contrast agents are functional and cationic morphometric markers but toxic to cause undefined fibrosis in skin and kidney damage. Magnetic Resonance Microimaging of rat skin and kidney was used first time to identify the physical factors modulating the gadolinium Omniscan® induced fibrosis by prote..
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