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Lymphangioma of Nasopharynx in an Adult: A Rare Case

Kartik Parelkar, Keya Shah, Smita Nagle & Reshma Hanwate · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Lymphangiomas are rare benign congenital malformations of the lymphatics, most often encountered during childhood. Generally they are found in the head and neck region, isolated involvement of the nasopharynx is very rare. Our patient had a nasopharyngeal lymphangioma which aggra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/29476

Histomorphological and Biochemical Effects of Ethanolic Extract of Monodora myristica Seed (African Nutmeg) on Some Liver Function Parameters Using Albino Wistar Rats

P. Akpojotor & H. D. Kagbo · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aim: This study was carried out to investigate the effects of Monodora myristica on the physiological status of the liver using albino Wistar rats as a model. Study Design: This research was conducted at the Department of Human Physiology, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences, Unive...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/27521

Measuring Intra-abdominal Pressure during Spontaneous Breathing Trial: Does It Help?

Mohamed Omar Elghonemi & Mohamed Hamdi Saleh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Respiratory system impairment may be caused by an increase of the intra-abdominal pressure (IAP). Aim of Work: To assess the role of measuring intra-abdominal pressure in predicting successful weaning from mechanical ventilation. Methods: 124 patients with acute respi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/28953

Gender Satisfaction among Type 2 Diabetes Patients: A Comparison between Intensive Diets, Lifestyle Intervention with Medication Controlled Management

Abdulbari Bener, Abdulla O. A. A. Al-Hamaq, Funda Çatan, Kaleem U. Rajput & Mustafa Guzel · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Exactly when to initiate insulin in recent onset Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) remains unclear. Emerging evidence suggests that increased physical activity and weight loss can delay or prevent the onset of T2DM, and in some cases normalise blood glucose levels. Aim:...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/29418

Accuracy of Dynamic Contrast Enhanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (DCE-MRI) in Detecting Breast Tumors

Asma Elamin, Ahmed Abukonna, Bushra A. Elmalik, Mona Ali, Mohamed Yousef, Ekhlas Abdelaziz & Mustafa Z. Mahmoud · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: To evaluate the accuracy of dynamic contrast enhanced magnetic resonance imaging (DCE-MRI) in characterizing breast tumors. Study Design: This prospective study included 254 patients (4 males and 250 females; ages range between 15-78 years) underwent breast MRI examination....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/28835

Public’s Attitude toward Organ Donation in Egypt: A Social and Conceptual Approach

Raouf M. Afifi, Sameh Sh. Zaytoun, Ejaz Ah. Khan & ‎Yousef Afifi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

It is now well established that organ donation (OD) in Egypt gains utmost official support both from Islamic and Christian authorities. Yet, some social and behavioral obstacles may often obviate the full benefit of cadaver donors. Aim: To identify and analyze determinants influe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/29797

Determinants of Male Partner Involvement in Antenatal Care in Wakiso District, Uganda

Kinuthia Francis Kariuki & Gloria K. Seruwagi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: In spite of its associated positive outcomes for maternal and child health, male partner involvement continues to be low in Uganda. This study sought to assess determinants of male involvement (MI) in antenatal care (ANC) in a Ugandan sub-urban context as well as the propor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/28056

Do Coastal Forests of Tanzania have the Potential to Undergo Natural Vegetation Restoration?

N. E. Pima, L. Mbwambo, J. Maguzu & N. Byakugila · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2016

Aim: To determine soil seed bank as a basis for forest restoration through natural regeneration in the Zaraninge and Mbwebwe coastal forests in Bagamoyo District Tanzania. Study Design: Temporary concentric sample plots of size 0.07 ha established systematically along transect li...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2016/29541

Pattern, Determinants, and Costing Review of Send-out Tests in a Secondary Care Hospital Setting in Saudi Arabia

Abdulla Al Amri & Raouf Afifi · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2016

Background: The need for advanced laboratory tests, mostly performed at reference laboratories, increases over time. Officials have to choose between “send-out” testing or introducing such tests among their test menus, bearing necessary cost. Aim: This study aims to identify the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IBRR/2016/29818

Stability Analysis of Deterministic Mathematical Model for Zika Virus

M. Khalid & Fareeha Sami Khan · Journal of Advances in Mathematics and Computer Science · 2016

This research paper presents the stability analysis of infectious state of Zika Virus in many types of population in mathematical perspective. This model focus on viral activity in disease free equilibrium, in epidemic equilibrium and their R0 of epidemic under the possibility of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMCS/2016/29834

Molecular Characterization of Orobanche crenata in Egypt Using ISSR Markers and Its Relation to Faba Bean Breeding

M. M. F. Abdalla, M. M. Shafik, Sabah M. Attia & Hend A. Ghannam · Biotechnology Journal International · 2016

Orobanche crenata is an annual parasitic weed that causes heavy losses to its host crop faba bean (Vicia faba). Determining the genetic diversity in Orobanche germplasm is a preliminary crucial step in faba bean breeding.It helps in identifying liable criteria of host tolerance....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJI/2016/27216

Evaluation of Hydrologic Response to Design Precipitations and Land Use/Land Cover Change in an Ungauged Tropical Rainforest Catchment, Southwest Nigeria

M. O. Orewole, A. A. Kappo, O. O. Orimoogunje, A. T. Salami & F. O. Ukwuoma · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2016

This study evaluated Opa catchment’s hydrologic response to design precipitations and land use/land cover change. The study involved hydrologic model building, which consisted of basin characteristics’ extraction, meteorological model and control specifications. The basin charact...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JGEESI/2016/29937

Impact of Essential Oils on Growth of Phytopathogenic Fungi Responsible for Rotting of Fruits

Pramila Tripathi, Habung Yami & A. K. Shukla · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2016

Aims: To evaluate the antifungal activity of essential oils against phytopathogenic fungi for control of post harvest diseases. Place of Study: present study was carried out at Department of Botany, Rajiv Gandhi University, Itanagar, India. Methodology: Phytopathogenic fungi were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JABB/2016/29331

Phytochemical Screening of Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) and Its Effects on Some Haematological Parameters and Histopathology of Liver and Brain in Male Rats

Okere O. Shekins, Ejike Uju Dorathy, Mubarak Liman Labaran & Paul Joel · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

This study investigated phytochemical constituents of Nicotiana tabacum (tobacco leaves), its effects on haematological parameters and its histopathology of brain and liver in albino rats. Eighteen (18) male albino rats were divided into three (3) groups with 6 rats in each group...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/29645