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Perception of Educators about Quality of Diabetes Education Services at Primary Health Care Level in Khartoum State, Sudan

Siham Ahmed Balla, Kamil Mirghani Ali Shaaban, Haiedr Abu Ahmed Mohamed, Mohamed Ali Awadelkareem & Asia Abdullah Belal · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Introduction: Promoting positive life style is a strategy for delaying and reducing the incidence of diabetes complications. Objective: To determine the perception of educators about the quality of education services provided to diabetic patients at the health centers in Khartoum...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24943

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Food Manual Labor: Case Report and Compensation Issues

Mauro Carino, Michele Ostuni, Daniela Martino & Chiara Giorgio · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: We report a case of bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) in a patient who had been working with repetitive tasks for almost thirty years on his own business as pizza maker in a small restaurant. Food production outside the industry of food processing is often neglected in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/25025

Phaeohyphomycosis in an Immunocompetent Host: Case Report and Literature Review

Fariba Binesh, Jamshid Ayatollahi, Nasim Behniafard, Mansour Moghimi & Maryam Vajihinejad · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: Cutaneous phaeohyphomycosis is a rare disease. The term 'phaeohyphomycosis' is applied for various groups of dematiaceous fungal infections whose characteristics are pigmented hyphae production. In Iran, very few cases of phaeohyphomycosis have been reported.   Presentation...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24583

Vestibulo-otologic Events in Drug-resistant Tuberculosis Patients on Medications

Olusola Ayodele Sogebi, Taiwo Olugbemiga Adedeji, Bolanle Olufunlola Adefuye & Susan Modupe Oladeji · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: This study aims to document the onset, types and factors associated with vestibulo-otologic (VO) events among patients on treatment for drug resistant Tuberculosis (DRTb). Study Design: This is a prospective study of patients with drug resistant Tuberculosis who were admitt...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24421

Lower Urinary Tract Infections among Patients Diagnosed of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia in Federal Medical Centre, Bida, North Central, Nigeria

O. A. Akobi, H. E. Inyinbor, E. C. Akobi, E. G. Emumwen, S. O. Ogedengbe, E. O. Uzoigwe, R. O. Abayomi, E. F. Emumwen & O. V. Nwala · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Objective: This study was aimed to identify the aetiology of bacteria associated with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) and to determine the antimicrobial susceptibility pattern of the isolated organisms in the community. Study Design: Data were obtained from Medical Microbiology...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23744

Cardiac Cells in Regenerative Processes in Patients with Heart Failure Due to Ischaemic Heart Disease

O. V. Stepanova, T. G. Kulikova, M. P. Valikhov, R. A. Poltavtseva, A. A. Shiryaev, V. P. Masenko, V. P. Chekhonin & G. T. Sukhikh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: This study aimed to find the cardiac cells which can participate in the processes of regeneration at patients with heart failure due to ischaemic heart disease. To investigate the participation of myosin activating protein kinases in sarcomerogenesis, because sarcomerogenes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23962

Effects of Preoperative Honey Drink on Gastric Content, Perioperative Discomfort and Insulin Resistance in Patients Undergoing Open Colorectal Surgery a Randomized, Controlled Trial

Sudiyatmo ., M. Iqbal Rivai, Nasman Puar & Nur Indrawaty Lipoeto · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background and Aims: Preoperative fasting and surgery cause uncomfortable condition, metabolic stress and insulin resistance for the patient. A recent study in colorectal patients indicates that even small elevations of insulin resistance increase the risk of complications. Preop...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24374

Synergism of Malnutrition, Inflammation and Fluid Load in the Development of Atherogenesis in Uremic Patients Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis

Damir Rebic, Senija Rasic, Velma Rebic & Vedad Herenda · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Objective: Approximately 50% of end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients lose their lives as a consequence of cardiovascular diseases due to accelerated atherosclerosis. The objectives of this study were to investigate the synergistic effect between nutritional status, inflammatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24627

Plasma Fibrinogen in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease – A Cross Sectional Study Conducted in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Puducherry, India

Bency K. Thomas & S. Yuvarajan · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a systemic disorder rather than a respiratory disease. A significant complication that COPD can lead to a hypercoagulable state, which can lead to life-threatening diseases like Ischemic heart disease, deep vein thrombos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24549

Correlation between Academic and Psychomotor Skills Performances of Dental Students in Complete Denture Prosthodontics

A. O. Arigbede · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: This study was designed to determine if there is correlation between academic performance of students in complete denture prosthodontics and psychomotor skills for record blocks fabrication/complete denture teeth set up. Study Design: It was a cross-sectional study conducte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24775

Airborne Weed Pollen in Relation to Allergic Rhinitis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Syed M. Hasnain, Alanoud Alqassim, Abdullah Saad Al-Modaihsh, Mohamed O. Mahjoub & Abdulrahman Al-Frayh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: The study was conducted to investigate the frequently encountered allergenic pollen grains in the environment of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as well as to determine their seasonal and annual growth pattern in the region. Study Design: Volumetric air sampling of two City sites with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24644

Role of Genes in Odontogenesis

Rahul Doshi, Urvi Kulkarni, Siddhart Shinde, Anand Sabane & Amol Patil · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

With the discovery of the homeobox genes in craniofacial biology researchers across the globe have studied in depth the genetic patterning of the craniofacial region. With respect to craniofacial development –, Barx, Dlx, Gsc, Lim, Msx, Otx, Prx; part of the Hox cluster are impor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24323

Correlation of Human Fasting Blood Sugar with Grip Muscle Strength and Reflex Response Time

O. M. Odigie, A. O. Naiho, E. K. Nwangwa, E. M. Aisuodione & J. C. Igweh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

In humans, one of the major complications of chronic Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is Peripheral Neuropathy. Apparently linked to ischemic Nerve damage, a ravaging puzzle on its pathophysiology, onset prediction, and prognosis is yet to be fully uncovered. Today, what seems to be a majo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/22696

The Prevalence of Eyelid Myokymia in Medical Students

Sanela Hadžić, Ismir Kukić & Jasmin Zvorničanin · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: To determine the prevalence and factors associated with eyelid myokymia (EM) in students attending Medical faculty. Study Design:  Cross sectional survey. Place and Duration of Study: Medical faculty University of Tuzla and Department of Ophthalmology University Clinical Ce...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24910

Trends in Pseudomonas aeruginosa Antibiotic Resistance: Case Study from a Portuguese Central Hospital

Sónia Gonçalves Pereira, Margarida Marques, João Pereira & Olga Cardoso · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: P. aeruginosa antibiotic resistance is increasing worldwide, greatly limiting therapeutic options, and is mainly associated to nosocomial infections, relating to high morbidity and mortality outcomes. Frequently updated regional guidelines, supported in statistically valid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23085