Hereditary angioneurotic oedema is an autosomal dominant disease associated with serum deficiency of functional C1-inhibitor. It is characterized by periodic swelling of subcutaneous tissues, abdominal viscera and upper airways. Lethal acute episodes of oedema can occur during an...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1930664
Aims: Diarrhoea and pneumonia are serious global public health problems affecting child survival especially in the developing countries. The study aimed to assess the indirect effect of hand washing campaign during COVID risk communication and community engagement on diarrhoea an...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1930663
Background: Video capsule endoscopy (VCE) is the standard procedure for a work-up of a suspected bleeding source after negative gastroscopy and colonoscopy. Popularity of this procedure increased in the last decade. In this work we aimed to identify the changes in patient charact...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1930662
Background: Chemical straightening has increased in popularity because of its durability over thermal straightening and because it gives the hair a natural smooth, shiny look, more styling options for a longer time. The aim of this study was to evaluate the degree of damage that...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830661
The Brucellosis, caused by Brucellae species is an infectious disease infecting animals and human population. Unlike other bacteria Brucella does not secrete toxin but is pathogenic because of prolonged stay and replication in host. B. melitensis is most virulent among six classi...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830667
Background and Aim: Intraperitoneal (IP) administration of local anesthetic is considered a method of control of visceral component of pain. This method cannot be used as sole agent for pain relief after laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). Transversus Abdominis Plane block (TAP) b...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830660
In the current world scenario where we are seeing of an alarming increase in the number of SARS-CoV-2 infections, it is necessary that in addition to RT-PCR assays, there is development and standardization of other rapid and efficient diagnostic tests. In relation to the total nu...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830657
Aims: To determine the serum concentrations of C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin 6 (IL-6) as well as level of leukocytosis, as inflammatory contributory factors in women with uncomplicated term pregnancies before, during and after labour. Study Design: This is a cross-sec...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830656
Purpose: To compare refractive outcome of posterior Optic Capture versus In-the-bag Implantation of Intraocular Lenses in Pediatric Cataract Surgery. Design: Prospective, randomized and comparative study. Methods: Forty eyes of 25 children (12 males and 13 females) were included...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830655
Aims: To evaluate significance of cord blood bilirubin, albumin, bilirubin /albumin ratio and hydrogen peroxide as early predictors of significant neonatal hyperbilirubinemia. Place and Duration of Study: Egypt, Tanta University Hospital (at delivery room and follow up was done i...
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Research Article10.9734/jammr/2020/v32i1830653