Medical and Biomedical Researches

Comparison of time-action profiles of insulin Glargine and NPH insulin in normal and diabetic dogs.

June 27th, 2008
Comparison of time-action profiles of insulin Glargine and NPH insulin in normal and diabetic dogs. Intermediate insulin injections are commonly used for glycemic control in insulin dependent diabetic dogs acting as a replacement for natural insulin. Neutral Protamin Hagedorn (NPH) insulin and insulin glargine are two ...

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Analysis of indoor gaseous formic and acetic acid, using radial diffusive samplers.

June 27th, 2008
Analysis of indoor gaseous formic and acetic acid, using radial diffusive samplers. A diffusive sampling method for the determination of gaseous acetic and formic acids, using a radial symmetry diffusive sampler, has been optimised for a 7-day exposure time in this study. Sampling rate determinations were ...

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Efficiency evaluation of sewage treatment plants with different technologies in Delhi (India).

June 27th, 2008
Efficiency evaluation of sewage treatment plants with different technologies in Delhi (India). Physical, chemical and microbiological efficiencies of Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) located in Delhi\'s watershed in context of different treatment technologies employed in these plants have been determined. There were in all seventeen STPs treating ...

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Family history of malignancies and risk of breast cancer: prospective data from the Shanghai women’

June 27th, 2008
Family history of malignancies and risk of breast cancer: prospective data from the Shanghai women\'s health study. A population-based cohort study was conducted in Shanghai, China, to investigate the relationship between family cancer history in first-degree relatives and risk of breast cancer. A total of 570 ...

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Subcutaneous mastectomy and immediate reconstruction for prevention of breast cancer for high-risk p

June 27th, 2008
Subcutaneous mastectomy and immediate reconstruction for prevention of breast cancer for high-risk patients. Breast cancer is the most common malignant tumor among females in the USA, with one out of eight American females developing breast cancer in their lifetimes. The latest studies [1] show that 212,920 ...

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Tubulointerstitial nephritis and IgA nephropathy in a patient with advanced lung cancer treated with

June 27th, 2008
Tubulointerstitial nephritis and IgA nephropathy in a patient with advanced lung cancer treated with long-term gefitinib. A 52-year-old Japanese female was admitted to our hospital for microhematuria, proteinuria and progressive renal dysfunction. Two years prior to admission, she was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma and multiple bone ...

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The effects of high potassium consumption on bone mineral density in a prospective cohort study of e

June 27th, 2008
The effects of high potassium consumption on bone mineral density in a prospective cohort study of elderly postmenopausal women. Few studies have investigated the long-term effects of potassium intake on BMD. In a cohort of 266 elderly women, we found that baseline potassium intake as reflected ...

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Understanding Intentions and Action in Colorectal Cancer Screening.

June 27th, 2008
Understanding Intentions and Action in Colorectal Cancer Screening. BACKGROUND: Factors involved in forming intentions to attend cancer screening may be different from those involved in translating intentions into action. PURPOSE: To test the hypotheses that social cognition variables predict intention better than action, and that life ...

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Prospective Comparison of Auto and Allograft Hamstring Tendon Constructs for ACL Reconstruction.

June 27th, 2008
Prospective Comparison of Auto and Allograft Hamstring Tendon Constructs for ACL Reconstruction. Although allograft use for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction has continued to increase during the last 10 years, concerns remain regarding the long-term function of allografts (primarily that they may stretch with time) and ...

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Laparoscopic Mini-Gastric Bypass (LMGB) in the Super-Super Obese: Outcomes in 16 Patients.

June 27th, 2008
Laparoscopic Mini-Gastric Bypass (LMGB) in the Super-Super Obese: Outcomes in 16 Patients. BACKGROUND: The ideal management of the super-super obese patient (SSO) is unclear and controversy exists as to the choice of procedure as well as the risk for increased morbidity and mortality. I present my ...

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Nutritional Management of Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery.

June 27th, 2008
Nutritional Management of Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery. BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to propose dietetic guidelines for the nutritional management of weight regain in Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) patients. METHODS: Thirty patients more than 2 years after RYGB surgery were followed up once ...

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Laparoscopic-assisted vs. Open Colectomy for Cancer: Comparison of Short-term Outcomes from 121 Hosp

June 27th, 2008
Laparoscopic-assisted vs. Open Colectomy for Cancer: Comparison of Short-term Outcomes from 121 Hospitals. BACKGROUND: Overall postoperative morbidity and mortality after laparoscopic-assisted colectomy (LAC) and open colectomy (OC) have been shown to be generally comparable; however, differences in the occurrence of specific complications are unknown. The objective ...

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A Profile of Concurrent Alcohol and Alcohol-Interactive Prescription Drug Use in the US Population.

June 27th, 2008
A Profile of Concurrent Alcohol and Alcohol-Interactive Prescription Drug Use in the US Population. BACKGROUND: The risk of adverse events among alcohol-interactive medication users can occur with one standard alcoholic drink. Research on the extent to which this occurs is scant. OBJECTIVE: To examine the prevalence ...

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Verapamil Inhibits L-type Calcium Channel Mediated Apoptosis in Human Colon Cancer Cells.

June 27th, 2008
Verapamil Inhibits L-type Calcium Channel Mediated Apoptosis in Human Colon Cancer Cells. PURPOSE: Treatment with calcium channel blockers have been associated with increased colon cancer mortality in epidemiologic studies. We examined the potential expression and function of calcium channels in two human colon cancer cell lines. ...

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Standardized Postoperative Pathway: Accelerating Recovery after Ileostomy Closure.

June 27th, 2008
Standardized Postoperative Pathway: Accelerating Recovery after Ileostomy Closure. PURPOSE: In this study we evaluated the outcome of a standardized enhanced recovery program in patients undergoing ileostomy closure. METHODS: Forty-two patients underwent ileostomy closure by a single surgeon and were managed by a standardized postoperative care pathway. ...

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A Fatty Acid from the Diatom Phaeodactylum tricornutum is Antibacterial Against Diverse Bacteria Inc

June 27th, 2008
A Fatty Acid from the Diatom Phaeodactylum tricornutum is Antibacterial Against Diverse Bacteria Including Multi-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Pathogenic bacteria, such as multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which are not susceptible to most conventional antibiotics, are causing increased concern in healthcare institutions worldwide. The discovery of novel ...

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Esophageal Lichen Planus: Case Report and Literature Review.

June 27th, 2008
Esophageal Lichen Planus: Case Report and Literature Review. Lichen planus is an inflammatory mucocutaneous disorder that typically affects the flexor skin surfaces, mucous membranes, and genitalia. We describe a case of severe esophageal lichen planus associated with typical mucocutaneous manifestations and discuss the presentation, diagnosis, and ...

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CT-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation in Patients with Hepatic Metastases from Breast Cancer.

June 27th, 2008
CT-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation in Patients with Hepatic Metastases from Breast Cancer. The purpose of this study was to evaluate technical success, technique effectiveness, and survival following radiofrequency ablation for breast cancer liver metastases and to determine prognostic factors. Forty-three patients with 111 breast cancer liver metastases ...

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The Impact of Self-Belief on Laparoscopic Performance of Novices and Experienced Surgeons.

June 27th, 2008
The Impact of Self-Belief on Laparoscopic Performance of Novices and Experienced Surgeons. BACKGROUND: In many professions, nontechnical aspects such as motivation or coping with stress are known to influence performance, success, and outcome. These qualities are assessed and trained in novices for quality and safety reasons. ...

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Outcome Analysis of Blood Product Transfusion in Trauma Patients: A Prospective, Risk-Adjusted Study

June 27th, 2008
Outcome Analysis of Blood Product Transfusion in Trauma Patients: A Prospective, Risk-Adjusted Study. BACKGROUND: Studies have confirmed adverse outcome associated with transfusion of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) in trauma; however, little data are available regarding other blood product transfusion, such as fresh frozen plasma (FFP) ...

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Clinical, Radiological, and Manometric Profile in 145 Patients with Untreated Achalasia.

June 27th, 2008
Clinical, Radiological, and Manometric Profile in 145 Patients with Untreated Achalasia. BACKGROUND: Esophageal achalasia is characterized by the absence of esophageal peristalsis and by a dysfunctional lower esophageal sphincter (LES). Descriptions of clinical, radiological, and manometric findings in patients with achalasia usually have been based on ...

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Capsule enteroscopy of the small intestine.

June 27th, 2008
Capsule enteroscopy of the small intestine. The advent of video capsule endoscopy (VCE) in 2000 has dramatically changed the diagnosis and management of many diseases of the small intestine. In this review we discuss the procedure, the various indications and contraindications, adverse effects, and future prospects ...

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Is fatigue in Marfan syndrome related to orthostatic intolerance?

June 27th, 2008
Is fatigue in Marfan syndrome related to orthostatic intolerance? Patients with Marfan syndrome have a tall stature, which could be associated with low orthostatic tolerance. Fatigue, a common complaint of these patients, is also related to orthostatic intolerance. Treatment with beta-blockers, to prevent aortic complications, could ...

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Cerebral dysautoregulation and the risk of ischemic events in occlusive carotid artery disease.

June 27th, 2008
Cerebral dysautoregulation and the risk of ischemic events in occlusive carotid artery disease. Dynamic cerebral autoregulation assessed from blood pressure transients can be considerably impaired in severe internal carotid artery (ICA) obstruction. It is unknown whether impaired autoregulation indicates an increased risk of subsequent ischemic events ...

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Treatment wish of individuals with known and unknown restless legs syndrome in the community.

June 27th, 2008
Treatment wish of individuals with known and unknown restless legs syndrome in the community. STUDY OBJECTIVES : Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a frequent sleep disorder with a prevalence of 5 % to 15 % in Caucasion populations. Dopaminergic treatment is known to reduce sensorimotor RLS ...

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