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Evaluation of Antistress Potential of Negundin A from Vitex negundo in Acute Stress Induced Mice

Neha Tiwari, Ashutosh Mishra, Ganesh Bhatt & Anil Chaudhary · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2015

Study Background: The current study has been designed to evaluate the antistress activity of bioactive compound, Negundin A from hydroalcoholic extract of the leaves of Vitex negundo. An attempt has been made to isolate the bioactive principle by resorting to bioactivity directed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/EJMP/2015/18752

Molecular Biology of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease from the Bases to the Therapeutic Decision: A Review

Alcibey Alvarado-González & Isabel Arce-Jiménez · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a global public health problem. It has an overwhelming prevalence, yet accepted therapies are ineffective in reducing disease progression. Bronchodilators, the mainstay of COPD treatment, only provide symptomatic relief. Therefore,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/19607

A Simple System to Predict Mortality in Medical Intensive Care Unit

Bruna P. M. Rafacho, Bertha F. Polegato, Roberto M. T. Inoue, Luciano N. Santos, Kurt Schnitz, Polyanne C. Garcia, Leonardo A. M. Zornoff, Marina P. Okoshi, Paula S. Azevedo, Daniella R. Duarte, Sergio A. R. Paiva & Marcos F. Minicucci · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Background: Advances in critical care have increased survival chances and the demand for a scientific approach to outcome prediction. The present study aimed to investigate the associations of clinical information, demographic and laboratory data with mortality; and to elaborate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/19176

Impacts of Climate Variability on Wetland and Fishing Households in the Niger Delta Region, Nigeria

V. A. Solomon, G. I. Okoro, G. S. Umoh, E. J. Udoh, G. E. Edet, C. A. Uwem, N. E. Bassey & O. D. Akpan · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2015

The study assessed the impacts of climate variability on wetland and fishing households in the Niger Delta region, Nigeria. Three hundred and twenty four respondents were selected using multi-stage sampling technique. Primary data were collected using questionnaire, in-depth inte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJAEES/2015/19360

Determination of the Localization by Intra-arterial Calcium Stimulation in Insulinoma: A Case Report

Mehtap Evran, Murat Sert, Tamer Tetiker, Erol Aksungur & Ömer Alabaz · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: Insulinoma, though a very rare disease, is the most common endocrine tumors of the pancreas. High serum insulin levels during hypoglycemic episodes are specific for the diagnosis. Where ultrasonography, tomography and other imaging modalities are not adequate for determinat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/19978

Majewski Syndrome, Short Rib Polydactyly Syndrome (SRPS) Type II - A Rare Case Report, with Review of Literature

Sainath K. Andola, Rajashree J. Ingin, Dimple Mehrotra & Radhamohan Rana · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Short Rib Polydactyly Syndrome (SRPS) type II also known as Majewski syndrome, is the rarest of the four subtypes of SRPS which is a rare inherited skeletal dysplasia. We report a case of Majewski syndrome in a neonate with brief review of literature. A 24 years old primigravida,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18367

Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Following General Anaesthesia: A Prospective Study on Surgical Patients in the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar, Nigeria

Queeneth N. Kalu, Atim I. Eshiet, Sylvia G. Akpan & Emmanuel Monjok · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Introduction: Postoperative nausea and vomiting remains a significant problem in our clinical setting. This study at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar in Nigeria aims to investigate the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting among gynaecological and non...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18030

Evaluation the Anxiety Status of Pregnant Women in the Third Trimester of Pregnancy and Fear of Childbirth and Related Factors

Tayebeh Nekoee & Mohammad Zarei · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: The present study has been conducted with the aim of evaluating the anxiety status of pregnant women in the third trimester of pregnancy and fear of childbirth and related factors. Methodology: This longitudinal study was conducted in 2014 on 186 pregnant women attending he...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/19784

Adolescents’ Disclosure of Sexual Violence Victimization in Nigeria: Prevalence, Barriers and Mental Health Implications

Increase Ibukun Adeosun · International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal · 2015

Aim: Despite the adverse mental health consequences of sexual violence, the majority of cases are unreported by victims. Non-disclosure prevents access to appropriate therapeutic and legal interventions. The design of interventions to facilitate reporting of sexual abuse is hinge...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/INDJ/2015/19291

Gene Pyramiding Improved Resistance to Angular Leaf Spot in Common Bean

G. Ddamulira, C. Mukankusi, M. Ochwo-Ssemakula, R. Edema, P. Sseruwagi & P. Gepts · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2015

Aims: The study was conducted to determine the effectiveness of pyramided genes in improving angular leaf spot (ALS) resistance in susceptible common bean cultivars. Study Design: The experiment was set in randomized block design with three replications.  Place and Duration of St...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJEA/2015/17833

Molecular Biology Methods to Assess Microbiological Hazard Concerning Objects of Cultural Heritage

Tomasz Lech · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2015

Microorganisms present in the environment pose a considerable hazard to historical objects and works of art. They are capable of settling on objects, and due to their ability to produce various enzymes, they can actively destroy these special objects, the poor preservation of whi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2015/19535

Clusterization for Distributed Timely Detection of Changes in Smart Grids

Jose Jimenez David Lara, P. Papantoni-Kazakos, A. T. Burrell & Fernando Mancilla-David · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

For real-time management of power distribution systems, when rapid operational adjustments are required to cope with intermittent power generation which is typical of renewable-based units, it is imperative that the optimization of the overall power distribution system be address...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/19043

The Impact of Temperature on the Removal of Nitrogen Compounds in Activated Sludge System

Sylwia Myszograj · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

Introduction: The temperature, as one of the essential factors affecting the growth and survivability of all microorganisms, may have an impact on them in two opposite directions: the change in the temperature (its increase and decrease) may have a positive impact on the growth r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/18950

Assessment of Hydrological Properties and Proximate Impact of Septic Tank Leachate on Well-water Quality in Two Residential Areas in Ibadan, South-western Nigeria

Roseangela I. Nwuba & Amire O. Philips · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

Aims: To determine the impact of leachate from septic tank on proximate well-water quality in two different residential areas and the variation in the physico-chemical parameters of the well-water that are associated with spatial geographical location. Study Design: Randomized mo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/12452

Demolition or Restoration: A Case Study

Nasreddin Elmezaini · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

The decision of whether to repair (restore) or demolish-and-reconstruct a severely damaged building is not always obvious. Such decisions require not only regular inspection and design calculation, but rather long experience and practical judgment that needs to consider safety, s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/19513