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- Surgical Excision Of A Large Sessile Osteochondroma Of The Lesser Trochanter Of Femur: A Case Report
Abstract : The presentation of osteochondroma lesion in proximal femur is infrequently encountered as most are usually asymptomatic. Here we present a case of large sessile osteochondroma from the lesser troch..
- Excision And Endoprosthesis Implantation For Proximal Femur Giant Cell Tumor
Abstract : We report a case proximal femur giant cell tumor in an active young male who presented with pathological fracture. The tumor was excised with a wide margin and the defect was reconstructed successfull..
- Management Of Displaced Proximal Humeral Fractures
Abstract : Treatment decision of displaced proximal humeral fractures is based on bone quality, fracture pattern, degree of displacement and patient profile. The AO/ASIF fracture classification helps in guiding treatment. Nonsurgical treatment consists of sling immobilisation. Surgical options include closed reduction and percuta..
- Can Inhaled Induction Be Considered As Safe In Patients With Mc Ardles Disease?
My opinion: McArdle’s disease (myophosphorylase deficiency) is a glycogen storage disease, which can present with symptoms as exercise intolerance, muscle cramps, fatigue, rhabdomyolysis, myoglobinuria and has been associated with the possible risks of acute renal failure and malignant hyperthermia [1,2]. Isaacs et al. suggested..
- The Expression Of P53 In Human Urothelial Carcinoma
The Expression of P53 in Human Urothelial Carcinoma: Anthony Delali Komla Kodzo-Grey Venyo,1& David Herring ,2 Harold Greenwood,3 & Douglas John Lindsay Maloney.4**1 North Manchester General Hospital Department of Urology Delaunays Road Crumpsall Manche..
- Bi-columnar Plating For Supracondylar Fracture Extending Into Humeral Shaft : A Report Of Three Case And Literature Review
Abstract : Supra-condylar humerus fractures with extension into shaft are difficult to treat and typically require open anatomical reduction and internal fixation. Here we describe our experience treating distal humerus fractures using a triceps splitting approach with bicolumnar locking plate fixation...
- Dr. Carlos Albizu Miranda: The Man And His Contribution To The Field Of Psychology
Introduction: There is an attempt in Puerto Rico, to develop a holistic view of the life and contributions of Dr. Carlos Albizu Miranda to the history of Psychology of Puerto Rico, and what has been his legacy to the World. Most of the commentaries after his transition in 1984 focus on his interest to develop a “Psicologia Puertor..
- Are Regular Doses of Citalopram for Depression only Placebos? Meta-analysis And Meta-regression Analysis Of Pre-registration Clinical Trial Data
Abstract: BackgroundWe wanted to investigate whether unpublished, detailed data from before the time of the registration of the antidepressant drug citalopram would yield any additional information that should have been taken into consideration before licensing the drug.MethodsThrough an application to the Danish Ministry of Hea..
- Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi): A Potent Medicinal Herb
Abstract: The medicinal plants are widely used by the traditional medicinal practitioners for curing various diseases in their day to day practice. In traditional system of medicine, different parts (leaves, stem, flower, root, seeds and even whole plant) of Ocimum sanctum Linn. have been recommended for the treatment of bronchi..
- Treatment Of Fibrous Dysplasia With Zoledronic Acid Infusion Case Report, Review Of Literature And Future Prospectives
Abstract : Several studies have shown that bisphosphonates are useful in alleviating chronic pain in patients with fibrous dysplasia,but further studies are necessary to confirm these promising results. Being th..
- Endovenous Laser Therapy for Varicose Veins: Primary Treatment of Branch Varicose Veins Might Not Be Necessary
Abstract: Aims and Background: There is an uncertainty in regards to management of branch varicose veins after EVLT. The aim of this audit was to find out if patients treated with EVLT had good clinical outcome and whether they required further procedures for their varicose veins Methods: We searched a prospective theatre databa..
- The Neurophysiological Basis of Origin and Evolution of Romantic Kiss in Humans
Abstract: Kiss is one of the most ancient and globally practiced behavioral acts in the history of mankind. It is generally regarded as an exhibition of affection. However, despite universal prevalence of its practice, the physiology of its origin remains unsettled. Anthropologists have even failed to arrive at a consensus as to..
- Seropositivity Rates For Hepatitis B And C Viruses in a Tertiary Care Centre Of Northern India
Introduction: Hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) are two hepatotrophic blood borne viruses (BBVs), that are important causes of liver related mortality and morbidity. They have similar modes of transmission, by parenteral, sexual and perinatal modes. HBV and HCV account for 400 million and 170 million chronic infections respectively [1,2..
- Corneal Graft Rejection: A Review Of Literature And Recent Advances
Abstract : Immune rejections remain one of the most common causes of failure of penetrating keratoplasty. Epithelial rejection, chronic stromal rejection, hyperacute rejection and endothelial rejection constitute the different types of corneal graft rejection that might occur in isolation or conjunction. Various risk factors have..
- Effects Of Ambient Electric (static) Charge On Biological Systems
Abstract : Evidence is presented supporting the hypothesis that static charge affects oxidative processes in biological systems. It is generally assumed that the static potential of our surroundings is zero in the absence of triboelectrically generated or applied charge; that is, there are neither more nor fewer electrons on an a..
- Metastasis Of C-kit-expressing Prostatic Adenocarcinoma To The Testis: A Case Report
Abstract : Despite the high incidence of prostatic adenocarcinoma and its ability for wide dissemination, metastatic involvement of testis is a rare occurrence. Herein, we report a 56 year-old man with a history..
- Digital Analysis Of EEG Brain Signal
Abstract: Electroencephalography is the neurophysiologic measurement of the electrical activity of the brain using electrodes placed on the scalp. The resulting traces are known as electroencephalogram (EEG) and they represent an electrical signal from a large number of neurons. The EEG is a brain non-invasive procedure frequent..
- Are Regular Doses Of Citalopram For Depression Only Placebos? Meta-analysis And Meta-regression Analysis Of Pre-registration Clinical Trial Data
Abstract: BackgroundWe wanted to investigate whether unpublished, detailed data from before the time of the registration of the antidepressant drug citalopram would yield any additional information that should have been taken into consideration before licensing the drug.MethodsThrough an application to the Danish Ministry of Hea..
- A Rare Case Of Isolated Blunt Traumatic Diaphragmatic Rupture
Introduction: Traumatic diaphragmatic rupture (TDR) is a recognized consequence of high velocity blunt trauma to the abdomen usually a result of motor vehicle accident (MVA) and occasionally by penetrating thoraco ..
- Natural Helpers After The Terrorist Attacks Of September 11
Abstract: Background: Pathological emotional responses to trauma can paradoxically lead to reluctance to engage in treatment. The purpose of this study was to learn more about the role of natural helpers within the community, and their reactions following the attacks of 9/11. Methods: Bartenders and hairdressers were asked how t..
- Filariasis Of The Breast
Abstract : Filariasis is a major public health problem in tropical countries. The disease is endemic in large areas of India, Africa and parts of Asia. Lymphatic filariasis in humans is commonly caused by Wucher..
- The Blastocyst Utilization Rate Is Reduced For Women At Risk Of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome During In Vitro Fertilization Treatment
Abstract : Women at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) in an IVF programme, i.e. serum oestradiol >20,000 pmol/l or >20 oocytes collected, had all embryos cryopreserved to avoid exacerbation of the condition by pregnancy. This group was compared with oocyte donors (whose resulting embryos were all cryopreserved for ..
- A Post-polio Paraplegic Couple: A Woman With Palmigrade, Saltatoric Locomotion; A Man With Inability To Walk; A Dynamical Systems Theoretical Perspective
Abstract : A couple with post-polio paraplegia was presented in the current work. The man and woman were quite normal in the psychomotor domain except that each had two paralyzed legs. The woman also had a stron..
- Legg-calve-perthes Disease Current Concepts
Abstract : Perthes is a serious but self-limited disorder. If it is a self limiting disease, then why one should think of treating it. The aim of treatment is to prevent femoral head deformity and subsequent osteoarthrosis. There is still no clear guideline for the management of Perthes disease. This is because of the controversi..
- Towards A Definition Of Malignant Hyperthermia And Mh-like Syndromes
My opinion: Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) is a life threatening syndrome characterized by hypermetabolism, hyperthermia, acidosis, muscle contraction, muscle membrane breakdown, hyperkalemia and rhabdomyolysis. The syndrome occurs as a result of exposure to certain drugs and /or environmental conditions. All the signs of MH may ap..
- Peptidyl-prolyl Cis/trans Isomerase Activity In The Functioning Of Native Folded Proteins
Abstract : The finding that cis/trans isomerization of proline peptide bonds can provide the basis for conformational changes in native folded proteins, ensuring transition between functionally different states,..
- Unusual Pattern Of Pyeloureteral Duplication Associated With Vaginal Ectopic Ureter In A 12-year Old Girl Identified By Magnetic Resonance Urography: A Case Report
Abstract : Introduction: The prevalence of ectopic ureter (EU) is low and it is usually associated with urinary system duplication. In such cases, incontinence is a major complaint. Case Presentation: We present..
- Hypertrophic Pubic Ramus Nonunion: Does Conservative Treatment Helpful?
Abstract : The treatment of pubic ramus nonunion is usually surgical. We report the successful healing of a hypertrophic nonunion of pubic ramus in a 46 year old active male patient who was treated conservativel..
- Bladder Herniation Due To Implant Failure In A Type B-1 Pubic Symphyseal Diastasis
Abstract : Internal Fixation of pubic diastasis is a safe procedure relatively free of serious complications and is a standard treatment choice for tile's type B-1 injuries. We present one interesting case of la..
- Exploring A Potential Link Between Emotional Quotient And Telepathic Power(s) In Humans: A Pilot Study
Abstract: Telepathy has remained a subject of interest and exploration immemorial. Emotional quotient (EQ) has also emerged as a topic of interest among scientists and sociologists worldwide. This small study was undertaken to explore any existent or potential link between telepathic potential (power) and EQ. The participants we..
- The Role Of Image Guided And Intensity Modulated Stereotactic Radiotherapy For Patients With Metastatic And Locally Advanced Cancers
Abstract : Background Intensity-modulated stereotactic radiotherapy achieves improvements in the ability to produce conformal stereotactic dose distributions by modulation of the intensity of individually delivered beamlets of radiation. Image-guided intensity-modulated stereotactic radiotherapy has emerged as a new treatment opt..
- Long-term Supression Of Bone Marrow With Prolonged Pancytopenia After Ibritumomab Tiuxetan In Jehovah's Witness Patient With Relapsed Follicular Non-hodgkin's Lymphoma
Abstract : A 39-year old female Jehovah’s Witness patient presented with a relapse of B-cell follicular non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.We had to avoid administration of any blood components as part of the treatment due to the conflict with the patient’s religious beliefs. Instead of administering a high-dose chemotherapy followed b..
- Comparing STI Risk And Sexual Behaviour Profiles Of Pregnant Versus Non-pregnant, HIV Negative Black South African Women
Abstract: Background: In South Africa more HIV prevention efforts are focused on HIV positive and particularly pregnant women compared HIV negative and non pregnant woman. The objective of this cross-sectional study was to compare the STI prevalence and sexual behaviours between HIV negative black women who attend HIV VCT servic..
- Medical Relief Services In Rural Honduras: An Assessment Of Healthcare Needs And Delivery With A Comparison Of Two Neighboring Communities
Abstract : Background: Rural Honduras has limited access to healthcare. Medical brigades are a common occurrence in extremely underserved areas. In 2008 and 2009, the VCU Honduras Outreach Medical Brigada Relief Effort (HOMBRE) administered a Needs Assessment Survey (NAS) in the towns of Coyoles and La Hicaca, two proximal yet ge..
- Is Low Albumin Associated With Post-operative Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula?
Abstract : Objectives: Low albumin is associated with poor outcomes in critically ill patients, whilst malnutrition leads to impaired wound healing. As low albumin has been used as a marker of malnutrition and stress response, we hypothesised that low albumin may be a risk factor for pharyngo-cutaneous fistula after surgery invol..
- Clinical Complexities Of Parkinson's Disease: An Updated View
Abstract : Parkinson’s disease (PD) is one of the neurodegenerative diseases of which we can by certainty identify its pathology; however, this confidence disappears when we talk about the cause and clinical complications of the disease. Dopamine deficiency, caused by the degeneration of nigrostriatal dopaminergic neurons, is t..
- Bilateral Sarcoid Arthritis Treated By Total Hip Replacement: A Case Report
Abstract : Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disorder which rarely affects the musculoskeletal system. The presentation as chronic arthritis is even rarer and leads to significant disability in patients with large jo..
- Extended Curettage And Internal Fixation In A Recurrent Proximal Femur Simple Bone Cyst:a Case Report And Review Of Literature
Abstract : Simple bone cyst appears to be a reactive or developmental disorder characterised by a solitary cavity lined by membrane of variable thickness and filled with a clear,yellow fluid. We report a sixteen years old female who presented with recurrence of lesion despite curettage and fibular grafting:extended curettage w..
- Homeopathy In Upper Respiratory Tract Infections ? The Impact Of Plausibility Bias
My opinion: A meta-analysis of a subset of eight ‘larger higher quality’ randomised controlled trials (RCTs), drawn from 110 matched RCTs each of homeopathy and conventional medicine, concluded that the results of the trials were consistent with the hypothesis that homeopathy is a placebo effect [1]. This meta-analysis was cri..
- Natural C18:0-ceramide Induces Cellular Sphingolipid Accumulation And Apoptosis
Abstract: Exogenous ceramides induces cell differentiation, cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in various cell types. However, the permeable short-chain ceramides have drawn more attention. In this study the effec..
- Modified Thrombin Generation Assay: Application To The Analysis Of Immunoglobulin Concentrates
Abstract: Intravenous immunoglobulins cause thromboembolic events at a frequency of 2-3%. Complications of this nature can be life threatening. Nevertheless, a test for thrombogenicity such as non activated partial thromboplastin time is not mandatory for these drugs. As a result of recent incidents we have performed experiments..
- Evolution Of The Biosynthetic Glove For Hand Burns
abstract: Methods – Use seamstress to design anatomical fit for glove and booty, and tissue culture strategies to incorporate stem and cardiomyocyte cells into 3D matrices.Conclusions - The AWBAT Plus glove i..
- New High Performance Liquid Chromatography Method For Analysis Of Filgrastim In Pharmaceutical Formulations
Abstract: Filgrastim is a human granulocyte colony-stimulating factor‚ which belongs to a family of cytokines. It is produced by recombinant DNA technology in genetically engineered Escherihia coli cells. Filgrastim has a biological action essential for proliferation and differentiation of hematopoetic and progenitor cells. It..
- Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Increases Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase Transcription In Huvec Cells
Abstract: Although it is known that VEGF increases eNOS protein, the mechanisms responsible remain unclear. To determine if VEGF alters eNOS transcription, human umbilical vein endothelial cells were transfected with reporters under the control of the eNOS promoter and stimulated with VEGF165. VEGF significantly increased eNOS-m..
- A Review On Fast Dissolving Tablets
Abstract : Recently, fast-dissolving drug delivery systems have started gaining popularity and acceptance as new drug delivery systems, because they are easy to administer and lead to better patient compliance. Usually, elderly people experience difficulty in swallowing the conventional dosage forms (tablets, capsules, solutions ..
- Human Blastocysts Developed From Thawed Zygotes: Refreezing Does Not Affect Their Survival Or Implantation
Abstract : The thawing of frozen human zygotes and culture to the blastocyst stage often generates supernumerary blastocysts which can be refrozen. A total of 9 recipients of donated oocytes and 35 women originally at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome had such blastocysts thawed. There were respective survival rates of 72..
- The Viability Of Human Embryos After Transport In A Dry Shipper Between Assisted Conception Laboratories
Abstract : Problems during transport have been described in the literature for human embryos despite specifically-designed dry shippers, including failure of the dry shipper and poorer outcomes using the transported material. The aim of the present study was to examine the performance after thawing of embryos imported to the Holl..
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Georgi : A Rising Paradigm Of Herbal Remedies
Abstract : There is a growing interest in the use of natural products like herbs, spices and plant extracts in the human food and animal feed industries. Scutellaria baicalensis Georgi from the Labiatae family is one of the fifty fundamental herbs of traditional Chinese medicine is thus used to treat a number of health disorders ..
- Adenovirus Respiratory Infections In Children. Do They Mimic Bacterial Infections?
Abstract : Background: Respiratory adenovirus (ADV) infections activate acute phase proteins, so they are often interpreted as bacterial infections. The aim of this study was to monitor indicators of inflammation (C-reactive protein [CRP], white blood cell and neutrophil counts, Interleukin 6 [IL-6] levels, and lipopolysaccharide..
- Laparoscopic Ultrasound Feasibility And Effectiveness
Abstract : BACKGROUND: This prospective study was done to assess the possibility of performing laparoscopic ultrasound during cholecystectomy and the accuracy as a diagnostic tool for the stone in the common bil..