Alexandria Journal of Medicine, Volume 54, Issue 4 (2018)

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Editorial Board
Page: iii
Published online: 17 May 2019
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First line defence antioxidants-superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPX): Their fundamental role in the entire antioxidant defence grid
O.M. Ighodaro & O.A. Akinloye
Pages: 287-293
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforFirst line defence antioxidants-superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GPX): Their fundamental role in the entire antioxidant defence grid | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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The possible protective effect of lactoferrin on lipopolysaccharide-induced memory impairment in albino rats
Nermin M. Madi & Mervat H. El-Saka
Pages: 295-298
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforThe possible protective effect of lactoferrin on lipopolysaccharide-induced memory impairment in albino rats | Full Text | References | PDF (466 KB)
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Association of IL-23R gene single nucleotide polymorphism; rs 11209026 with incidence and severity of ankylosing spondylitis in a cohort of Egyptian patients
Mohamed I. Sayed, Doaa I. Hashad, Eman A. Soliman & Maha M. Talaaba
Pages: 299-302
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAssociation of IL-23R gene single nucleotide polymorphism; rs 11209026 with incidence and severity of ankylosing spondylitis in a cohort of Egyptian patients | Full Text | References | PDF (314.1 KB)
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Parathormone (PTH) is strongly related to left ventricular mass index (LVMI) in hypertensives, obese, and normal control
Samir Naim Assaad, Aliaa Ali El-Aghoury, Eman M. El-Sharkawy, Tamer Mohamed Elsherbiny & Ahmed Abdelhameed Osman
Pages: 303-306
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforParathormone (PTH) is strongly related to left ventricular mass index (LVMI) in hypertensives, obese, and normal control | Full Text | References | PDF (413.5 KB)
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Salt intake in a group of Tunisian obeses
Chiraz Amrouche, Olfa Berriche, Rym Ben Othman, Feten Mahjoub, Khouloud Halloumi, Fahim Chaima, Sabeh Bhouri, Amel Gammoudi & Henda Jamoussi
Pages: 307-309
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforSalt intake in a group of Tunisian obeses | Full Text | References | PDF (575.9 KB)
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Upgrading patients with pacemakers to resynchronization pacing: Predictors of success
Samir Rafla, Aly Aboelhoda, Mostafa Nawar, J.Ch. Geller & Mohamed Lotfi
Pages: 311-313
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforUpgrading patients with pacemakers to resynchronization pacing: Predictors of success | Full Text | References | PDF (268.4 KB)
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Knowledge and practice of breast self-examination among sample of women in Shatra/Dhi-Qar/Iraq
Salam Hussein Ewaid, Ali Muzahem Shanjar & Raghed Hadi Mahdi
Pages: 315-317
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforKnowledge and practice of breast self-examination among sample of women in Shatra/Dhi-Qar/Iraq | Full Text | References | PDF (313.4 KB)
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Study of risk factors for erectile dysfunction in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: Correlation to serum testosterone level
Mohamed Abdelraouf Korani & Ahmed Sonbol
Pages: 319-321
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforStudy of risk factors for erectile dysfunction in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: Correlation to serum testosterone level | Full Text | References | PDF (280.8 KB)
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Omentin-1 and diabetic retinopathy in type 2 diabetic patients
Mohamed Abdelraouf Korany, Ahmed Sonbol & Sameh Mohamed Elgouhary
Pages: 323-326
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforOmentin-1 and diabetic retinopathy in type 2 diabetic patients | Full Text | References | PDF (273.6 KB)
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Identification of colorblindness among selected primary school children in Hararghe Region, Eastern Ethiopia
Temesgen Tola Geletu, Manikandan Muthuswamy & Tamiru Oljira Raga
Pages: 327-330
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforIdentification of colorblindness among selected primary school children in Hararghe Region, Eastern Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (316.7 KB)
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Factors affecting seeking health-related information through the internet among patients in Kuwait
Haya M. Alkhatlan, Khan F. Rahman & Badriyah H. Aljazzaf
Pages: 331-336
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforFactors affecting seeking health-related information through the internet among patients in Kuwait | Full Text | References | PDF (293.5 KB)
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Prevalence of depression and anxiety among college students living in a disaster-prone region
Marthoenis, Inong Meutia, Liza Fathiariani & Hizir Sofyan
Pages: 337-340
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPrevalence of depression and anxiety among college students living in a disaster-prone region | Full Text | References | PDF (278.2 KB)
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Serum cobalamin and red cell folate levels of anti-psychotic treatment and treatment naïve psychiatic patients in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria
AO. Shittu, AO. Adewoye & HO. Olawumi
Pages: 341-345
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforSerum cobalamin and red cell folate levels of anti-psychotic treatment and treatment naïve psychiatic patients in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria | Full Text | References | PDF (282.3 KB)
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Utility of diffusion weighted imaging (DWI) in assessment of liver fibrosis
Doaa M. Emara, Marwa M. Reda & Doaa A. Elwazzan
Pages: 347-352
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforUtility of diffusion weighted imaging (DWI) in assessment of liver fibrosis | Full Text | References | PDF (874.4 KB)
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Role of magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of the popliteus musclotendinous injuries as a part of the posterolateral corner injuries of the knee
Aly A. Abdel-Kerim Farahat, Abd ElAziz Elnekeidy & Mohamed Abdel Motaleb Abdelgelil
Pages: 353-360
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforRole of magnetic resonance imaging in the evaluation of the popliteus musclotendinous injuries as a part of the posterolateral corner injuries of the knee | Full Text | References | PDF (2.1 MB)
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Results of arthroscopic treatment of femroacetabular impingement (FAI)
Raafat Ragab, Tarek Elkhadrawe, Philip Housden & Ahmed Abotaleb
Pages: 361-363
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforResults of arthroscopic treatment of femroacetabular impingement (FAI) | Full Text | References | PDF (310.6 KB)
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Adjustment disorder after botulinum toxin injection in an adolescent palatal myoclonus case: The importance of informed consent in the treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders in children and adolescents
Yusuf Öztürk, Zehra Topal, Nuran Demir & Ali Evren Tufan
Pages: 365-366
Published online: 17 May 2019
CitationforAdjustment disorder after botulinum toxin injection in an adolescent palatal myoclonus case: The importance of informed consent in the treatment of neuropsychiatric disorders in children and adolescents | Full Text | References | PDF (231.8 KB)
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Nodular hidradenoma of the breast: A case report
G.H. Ano-Edward, I.O. Amole, S.A. Adesina, O.A. Ajiboye, M.E. lasisi & R.K. Jooda
Pages: 367-368
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforNodular hidradenoma of the breast: A case report | Full Text | References | PDF (928.7 KB)
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An unusual case of peritonitis following a caesarean delivery
Ahmed Gado, Hesham Badawi & Ahmed Karim
Pages: 369-371
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAn unusual case of peritonitis following a caesarean delivery | Full Text | References | PDF (262.1 KB)
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Effect of metformin on Sirtuin-1 disorders associated with diabetes in male rats
Effat A. Khowailed, Hanan Ahmed Seddiek, Manal Moustafa Mahmoud, Laila A. Rashed & Fatma Elsayed Ibrahim
Pages: 373-381
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforEffect of metformin on Sirtuin-1 disorders associated with diabetes in male rats | Full Text | References | PDF (685.7 KB)
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Metabolomics-based studies in the field of Leishmania/leishmaniasis
Nasrin Amiri Dash Atan, Mehdi Koushki, Nayeb Ali Ahmadi & Mostafa Rezaei-Tavirani
Pages: 383-390
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforMetabolomics-based studies in the field of Leishmania/leishmaniasis | Full Text | References | PDF (803 KB)
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Traditional practices and childhood cryptosporidiosis in Nigeria: A review
Adekunle B. Ayinmode & Oluwasola O. Obebe
Pages: 391-396
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforTraditional practices and childhood cryptosporidiosis in Nigeria: A review | Full Text | References | PDF (1.1 MB)
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Zoonotic fungal diseases and animal ownership in Nigeria
Adebowale I. Adebiyi & Daniel O. Oluwayelu
Pages: 397-402
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforZoonotic fungal diseases and animal ownership in Nigeria | Full Text | References | PDF (382.6 KB)
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Risk factors associated with paediatric tuberculosis in an endemic setting
Caleb Joseph Attah, Stephen Oguche, Daniel Egah, Tokkit Nandi Ishaya, Mathilda Banwat & Adgidzi Godwin Adgidzi
Pages: 403-409
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforRisk factors associated with paediatric tuberculosis in an endemic setting | Full Text | References | PDF (558.5 KB)
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Additive manufacturing applications in medical cases: A literature based review
Mohd. Javaid & Abid Haleem
Pages: 411-422
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAdditive manufacturing applications in medical cases: A literature based review | Full Text | References | PDF (781.5 KB)
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Synthetic biology-based portable in vitro diagnostic platforms
Almando Geraldi & Ernawati Arifin Giri-Rachman
Pages: 423-428
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforSynthetic biology-based portable in vitro diagnostic platforms | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Exercise as a treatment modality for depression: A narrative review
Awad Mohammed Al-Qahtani, Mohammed Ashique K. Shaikh & Ibrahim Ahmed Shaikh
Pages: 429-435
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforExercise as a treatment modality for depression: A narrative review | Full Text | References | PDF (391.5 KB)
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Carpal tunnel syndrome in patients with and without diabetes mellitus in Upper Egypt: The impact of electrophysiological and ultrasonographical studies
Abeer A. Tony, Effat A.E. Tony, Yasser A.R.M. Selim & Ehab Saad
Pages: 437-443
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforCarpal tunnel syndrome in patients with and without diabetes mellitus in Upper Egypt: The impact of electrophysiological and ultrasonographical studies | Full Text | References | PDF (1.4 MB)
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Chronic kidney disease in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: Comparison of KDIGO and KDOQI guidelines
Richard K.D. Ephraim, Richard Mantey, Stephen Atombo, Samuel A. Sakyi, Linda A. Fondjo, Worlanyo Tashie, Hope Agbodzakey, Felix A. Botchway & Bright Amankwaa
Pages: 445-449
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforChronic kidney disease in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: Comparison of KDIGO and KDOQI guidelines | Full Text | References | PDF (396.5 KB)
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Predictors of conversion from prediabetic state to type 2 diabetes mellitus in Jordan
Khawla Al-dajah, Anwar Al-Kassar & Amjad Al-shdaifat
Pages: 451-453
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforPredictors of conversion from prediabetic state to type 2 diabetes mellitus in Jordan | Full Text | References | PDF (261.9 KB)
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Characterization of abnormal sleep patterns in patients with obesity, type 2 diabetes, or combined
Aliaa Ali El-Aghoury, Tamer Mohamed Elsherbiny, Neveen Lewis, Tarek Mohamed Salem & Nesma Osman
Pages: 455-462
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforCharacterization of abnormal sleep patterns in patients with obesity, type 2 diabetes, or combined | Full Text | References | PDF (888.9 KB) | Supplemental
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Prevalence of obesity among adults in Issele-Uku, Delta State Nigeria
Otovwe Agofure
Pages: 463-468
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPrevalence of obesity among adults in Issele-Uku, Delta State Nigeria | Full Text | References | PDF (499.9 KB)
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Interplay of adipokines in the pathogenesis of essential hypertension: A comparative cross-sectional in Ghana
Osei Asibey, Francis Agyemang Yeboah, W.K.B.A. Owiredu, Emmanuel Acheampong, Enoch Odame Anto & Isaac K. Owusu
Pages: 469-474
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforInterplay of adipokines in the pathogenesis of essential hypertension: A comparative cross-sectional in Ghana | Full Text | References | PDF (308.2 KB)
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Prevalence of pre-hypertension and hypertension and its related risk factors among undergraduate students in a Tertiary institution, Ghana
Daniel Gyamfi, Christian Obirikorang, Emmanuel Acheampong, Kwabena Owusu Danquah, Evans Adu Asamoah, Fatima Zarah Liman & Emmanuella Nsenbah Batu
Pages: 475-480
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPrevalence of pre-hypertension and hypertension and its related risk factors among undergraduate students in a Tertiary institution, Ghana | Full Text | References | PDF (326.5 KB)
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Low cost detection of hepatitis C virus RNA in HCV infected patients by SYBR Green I real-time PCR
Dalia Elsayed Metawlly, Ahmed Noby Amer, Hanan Mostafa Mostafa, Gamal El Din Elsawaf & Ola Abd El Kader
Pages: 481-485
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforLow cost detection of hepatitis C virus RNA in HCV infected patients by SYBR Green I real-time PCR | Full Text | References | PDF (890.5 KB)
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Hepatitis E virus isolated from chronic hepatitis B patients in Malaysia: Sequences analysis and genetic diversity suggest zoonotic origin
Shuaibu Abdullahi Hudu, Mohd Taib Niazlin, Syafinaz Amin Nordin, Nabil Saad Harmal, Soek Siam Tan, Haniza Omar, Hamiza Shahar, Noor Aliza Mutalib & Zamberi Sekawi
Pages: 487-494
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforHepatitis E virus isolated from chronic hepatitis B patients in Malaysia: Sequences analysis and genetic diversity suggest zoonotic origin | Full Text | References | PDF (1.9 MB)
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Comparing the efficiency of four diagnostic concentration techniques performed on the same group of intestinal parasites
Kamran Pakdad, Seyed Dawood Mousavi Nasab, Fatemeh-Alsadat Damraj & Nayeb Ali Ahmadi
Pages: 495-501
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforComparing the efficiency of four diagnostic concentration techniques performed on the same group of intestinal parasites | Full Text | References | PDF (522.9 KB)
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Comparison of immunogenical potency of Leishmania major (MRHO/IR/75/ER) antigens prepared by 3 different methods in conjunction with Alum-Naltrexone adjuvant in BALB/c mice
Peyman Khezri, Shahram Shahabi, Esmaeil Abasi & Habib Mohammadzadeh Hajipirloo
Pages: 503-510
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforComparison of immunogenical potency of Leishmania major (MRHO/IR/75/ER) antigens prepared by 3 different methods in conjunction with Alum-Naltrexone adjuvant in BALB/c mice | Full Text | References | PDF (1.3 MB)
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Toxoplasma gondii: Prolonged in-vitro maintenance of virulent tachyzoites in fluid media at low temperatures
Mohamed M. El-Bahy, Marwa M. Khalifa & Eman M.H. Méabed
Pages: 511-515
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforToxoplasma gondii: Prolonged in-vitro maintenance of virulent tachyzoites in fluid media at low temperatures | Full Text | References | PDF (285.6 KB)
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Candidemia after cardiac surgery in Tehran, Iran: A retrospective analysis of 424 cases at two medical centers
Nayeb Ali Ahmadi & Leila Davodi
Pages: 517-521
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforCandidemia after cardiac surgery in Tehran, Iran: A retrospective analysis of 424 cases at two medical centers | Full Text | References | PDF (343.9 KB)
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Microbiological monitoring of ultrapure dialysis fluid in a hemodialysis center in Alexandria, Egypt
Aleya A. Abbass, Ahmed F. El-Koraie, Walaa A. Hazzah, Eman A. Omran & Mohammed A. Mahgoub
Pages: 523-527
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforMicrobiological monitoring of ultrapure dialysis fluid in a hemodialysis center in Alexandria, Egypt | Full Text | References | PDF (296.1 KB)
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Diagnostic performance of GeneXpert and Ziehl-Neelson microscopy in the detection of tuberculosis in Benue State, Nigeria
Enenche Francis Ejeh, Ann Undiandeye, Victor O. Akinseye, Kenneth O. Okon, Haruna M. Kazeem, Caleb Ayuba Kudi & Simeon Idowu B. Cadmus
Pages: 529-533
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforDiagnostic performance of GeneXpert and Ziehl-Neelson microscopy in the detection of tuberculosis in Benue State, Nigeria | Full Text | References | PDF (309.5 KB) | Supplemental
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Assessment of knowledge, attitude and behavior towards antibiotic use in primary health care patients in Fayoum Governorate, Egypt
Naglaa A. El Sherbiny, Eman H. Ibrahim & Mohamed Masoud
Pages: 535-540
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforAssessment of knowledge, attitude and behavior towards antibiotic use in primary health care patients in Fayoum Governorate, Egypt | Full Text | References | PDF (880.6 KB)
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Antibiotic prescribing practices in the presence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) positive organisms in an adult intensive care unit in South Africa – A pilot study
T. Fourie, N. Schellack, E. Bronkhorst, J. Coetzee & B. Godman
Pages: 541-547
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAntibiotic prescribing practices in the presence of extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) positive organisms in an adult intensive care unit in South Africa – A pilot study | Full Text | References | PDF (339.1 KB)
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Prevalence of depressive symptoms among Turkish women experiencing premenstrual symptoms and correlated factors
Nülüfer Erbil
Pages: 549-553
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPrevalence of depressive symptoms among Turkish women experiencing premenstrual symptoms and correlated factors | Full Text | References | PDF (303.3 KB)
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Knowledge of basic life support among the students of Jazan University, Saudi Arabia: Is it adequate to save a life?
Awais Ahmad, Naseem Akhter, Raju K. Mandal, Mohammed Y. Areeshi, Mohtashim Lohani, Mohammad Irshad, Mohsen Alwadaani & Shafiul Haque
Pages: 555-559
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforKnowledge of basic life support among the students of Jazan University, Saudi Arabia: Is it adequate to save a life? | Full Text | References | PDF (374.8 KB) | Supplemental
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Early prediction of iron deficiency in females in child bearing age in central Saudi Arabia
Mysara M. Mogahed & Shereen Mohamed Abdelwahab
Pages: 561-566
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforEarly prediction of iron deficiency in females in child bearing age in central Saudi Arabia | Full Text | References | PDF (675.9 KB)
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Plasma soluble CD 163 level as a marker of oesophageal varices in cirrhotic patients
Alaa El Din Mohamed Abdo, Khaled Mahmoud Mohy El Din, Essam El Din Saeed Bedewy, Reham Abdel Haleem Abo Elwafa & Mohamed Adel Abdel Aziz
Pages: 567-580
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPlasma soluble CD 163 level as a marker of oesophageal varices in cirrhotic patients | Full Text | References | PDF (2.2 MB)
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Childhood accidental poisoning in western Iraq: Pattern and risk factors
Zaid R. Al-Ani, Sahar J. Al-Hiali & Riyadh H. Al-Janabi
Pages: 581-586
Published online: 17 May 2019
First Page PreviewforChildhood accidental poisoning in western Iraq: Pattern and risk factors | Full Text | References | PDF (298.3 KB)
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Toxicities of selected medicinal plants and floras of lower phyla
P.U. Amadi, E.N. Agomuo, A.I. Bob-Chile Agada, U.C. Njoku, M.O. Ifeanacho, J.C. Okereke, C.U. Iheka & J.O. Osuoha
Pages: 587-596
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforToxicities of selected medicinal plants and floras of lower phyla | Full Text | References | PDF (2.3 MB)
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Analysis and reporting of adverse drug reactions at a tertiary care teaching hospital
Meda Venkatasubbaiah, P. Dwarakanadha Reddy & Suggala V. Satyanarayana
Pages: 597-603
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAnalysis and reporting of adverse drug reactions at a tertiary care teaching hospital | Full Text | References | PDF (315.2 KB)
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Relationship between body mass index, waist circumference, waist hip ratio and erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease in a tertiary centre in Nigeria: A case control study
Olusegun Adekanle, Samuel Anu Olowookere, Oluwasegun Ijarotimi, Dennis Amajuoyi Ndububa & Akinwumi Oluwole Komolafe
Pages: 605-609
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforRelationship between body mass index, waist circumference, waist hip ratio and erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease in a tertiary centre in Nigeria: A case control study | Full Text | References | PDF (293.7 KB)
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Anthropometric dimensions of hand and foot as predictors of stature: A study of two ethnic groups in Nigeria
Patrick S. Igbigbi, Beryl S. Ominde & Chidinma F. Adibeli
Pages: 611-617
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforAnthropometric dimensions of hand and foot as predictors of stature: A study of two ethnic groups in Nigeria | Full Text | References | PDF (1.7 MB)
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Lateral ankle anatomical variants predisposing to peroneal tendon impingement
Mahmoud Agha, Mohamed Saied Abdelgawad & Nasser Gamal Aldeen
Pages: 619-626
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforLateral ankle anatomical variants predisposing to peroneal tendon impingement | Full Text | References | PDF (2.4 MB)
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Public and private surgeon attitude towards informed consent
Saadoun Faris Alazmi
Pages: 627-632
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforPublic and private surgeon attitude towards informed consent | Full Text | References | PDF (296.5 KB)
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Impact of methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) A1298C gene polymorphism on the outcome of methotrexate treatment in a sample of Egyptian rheumatoid arthritis patients
Ola Atef Sharaki, Amira Hasan Elgerby, Eman Saad Nassar & Sara Salah Eldin Khalil
Pages: 633-638
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforImpact of methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR) A1298C gene polymorphism on the outcome of methotrexate treatment in a sample of Egyptian rheumatoid arthritis patients | Full Text | References | PDF (566.6 KB)
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Gene expression and six single nucleotide polymorphisms of interleukin-6 in rheumatoid arthritis: A case-control study in Iraqi patients
Ali H. Ad'hiah, Aseel S. Mahmood, Abdul-Kareem A. Al-kazaz & Khadier K. Mayouf
Pages: 639-645
Published online: 17 May 2019
AbstractforGene expression and six single nucleotide polymorphisms of interleukin-6 in rheumatoid arthritis: A case-control study in Iraqi patients | Full Text | References | PDF (704.8 KB)
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Study of urinary interferon gamma-induced protein 10 (IP-10) and urinary soluble CD 25 (sCD25) as markers of lupus nephritis and their relation to histological class
Montasser Mohamed Hussein Zeid, Nahed Mohamed Baddour, Dalia Abd El-Moaty El-Neily, Heba Selim Elshair & Mohamed Mamdouh
Pages: 647-653
Published online: 17 May 2019
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