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Pressure Gradient Prediction of Multiphase Flow in Pipes

A. Sarah, U. Akpabio Julius & Onuegbu Mary-Ann · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2014

Pressure traverse in multiphase flow differs from single phase flow due to the differential flow rates of the different phases. Correlations developed to predict multiphase flow pressure traverse are mostly for vertical wells but Beggs and Brill model is one of the few models tha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2014/12985

Synthesis and Evaluation of Analgesic and Anti-inflammatory Activities of Most Active Free Radical Scavenging Derivatives of Mangiferin

S. Mahendran, S. Badami, S. Ravi, B. S. Thippeswamy & V. P. Veerapur · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2014

In the present study, structural modification of mangiferin was carried out for structure activity relationship studies. One new compound and three known derivatives were prepared from mangiferin. All these compounds were synthesized and purified by standard procedures, identifie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2014/12745

Prevention of Anastomotic Leakage in Gastrointestinal Tract: A Brief Literature Review

Efstathios T. Pavlidis, Maria Vousvouki & Theodoros E. Pavlidis · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Anastomotic leakage and its consequences in gastrointestinal tract surgery, especially in low anterior resection, is a day major complication affecting morbidity and mortality rate. Early detection and prevention is crucial in order for sepsis to be avoided. There are well-define...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/13404

Electronic Health Records, Electronic Prescribing and Medication Errors: A Systematic Review of Literature, 2000-2014

Naseem Akhtar Qureshi, Dalal Salem Al-Dossari, Ibrahim Abdulaziz Al-Zaagi, Abdullah Mohammad Al-Bedah, Abdulrahman Nasser Saad Abudalli & Harold G. Koenig · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Background: The electronic prescribing system, either standalone or embedded in the electronic health record, is a powerful tool in the hands of healthcare providers, as it reduces half of medication errors caused by handwritten prescribing. Objective: This article synthesizes th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/13490

Odontogenic Myxoma of Mandible Appeared as an Ameloblastoma on CT Imaging

Pratiksha Yadav & Dhaval Thakkar · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Odontogenic myxoma is a rare benign tumor of ectomesenchymal origin, which can arise from dental papilla, follicle or periodontal ligament. Most commonly it arises from mandible followed by maxilla. We report a case of odontogenic myxoma in a 23 years old female who came with com...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/12164

Unexpected Discontinuation of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy within 14 Days after Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Single-center Case Series

Takao Kato, Sayako Hirose, Shoichi Miyamoto, Eisaku Nakane, Toshiaki Izumi, Tetsuya Haruna, Ryuji Nohara & Moriaki Inoko · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Objectives: To provide a descriptive case-series of patients who unexpectedly discontinued dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) within 14 days after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) (group A), and those who had taken measures for bleeding risk reduction before PCI (group B)....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/12927

Vibrant Soundbridge and Bonebridge: Bilateral Application in a Child with Bilateral Congenital Ear Canal Atresia

M. J. F. de Wolf, M. J. H. Agterberg, A. F. M. Snik, E. A. M. Mylanus, M. K. S. Hol & J. M. Hempel · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

A 12-year-old child with bilateral congenital microtia and ear canal atresia was bilaterally implanted with a Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) on the right side and a Bonebridge on the left side. Prior to these surgeries the child was using percutaneous bone conduction devices (BCDs) on...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/13122

Thrombophilic Mutations and Folate Gene Polymorphisms and Plasminogen Activator Inhibitor-1 in Russian Women with Unexplained Recurrent Early Spontaneous Abortion

Tatiana Ye. Belokrinitskaya, Nataly I. Frolova, Nataliya N. Strambovskaya & Anton A. Petrov · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Aims: To assess the association between FVL G1691A, FII G20210A, MTHFR A1298C, C677T and PAI-1 5G/675/4G gene polymorphisms among women with unexplained recurrent early spontaneous abortion (URESA) Materials and Methods: This study included two groups of Russian women: 50 current...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/12980

Knowledge of Primary Health Care Providers in Nairobi East District, Kenya, Regarding HIV-related Oral Facial and Other Common Oral Diseases and Conditions

Lucina N. Koyio, Wil J. M. van der Sanden, Elizabeth O. Dimba, Jan Mulder, Andre J. A. M. van der Ven, Matthias A. W. Merkx & Jo E. Frencken · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2014

Background: In the Kenya primary health care (PHC) setting where most patients, including nearly 1.4 million HIV-infected people, seek medical care, PHC providers are expected to identify and manage HIV-related oral diseases during general consultations. This study aimed to asses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/12438

Status of Selected Properties of Soils under Crop-Livestock Farming System in Eastern Ethiopia

Lemma Wogi, J. J. Msaky, F. B. R. Rwehumbiza & Kibebew Kibret · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2014

Information on soil properties and fertility status of soils at farm levels under particular farming system is essential for boosting farm productivity and for sufficient food production. This study was conducted to investigate status and properties of soils under crop-livestock...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2015/13425

Laboratory Assessment of the Levels of Resistance in Some Bean Varieties Infested with Bean Weevils (Acanthoscelides obtectus and Zabrotes subfasciatus)

Chancy B. Sibakwe & Trust Donga · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2014

The main objective of the study was to assess levels of resistance of some selected bean (Phaseolus vulgarisL.) varieties to storage bruchids (Common bean weevil Acanthoscelides obtectus (Say) and Mexican weevil Zabrotes subfasciatus). Specifically it aimed at determining bruchid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2015/6806

Identification of Causative Pathogen of Flower Bud Wilt Disease in Dendrobium sp. and In-vitro Growth Inhibition by Medicinal Plant Extracts

M. L. M. C. Dissanayake · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2014

Aims: The aim of this study was to isolate and identify the causal agent of wilting of flower buds of Dendrobium orchid in Sri Lanka and to search for environmental friendly control measures for flower bud wilt disease as a possible alternative to synthetic fungicides. Study Desi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2015/12370

Comparative Effects of Lime and Phosphorus Sources on Nutrients Uptake and Yield of Maize in a Tropical Ultisol

M. O. Adorolo, B. O. Okonokhua & E. A. Akinrinde · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2014

Ultisols are acid forest soils of low fertility status formed from intense weathering and leaching processes in the humid temperate and tropical regions. Sustainable crop production on these soils where phosphorus (P) deficiency is a main constraint aims at maintaining high crop...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2015/12850

Hyperesthesia Secondary to Centipede Bite- A Case Report

Huldah I. Nwokeukwu, Ugochukwu Onyeonoro, Chidinma Amuzie, Debra Inya-agha & Igbani Uchendu · International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Case Reports · 2014

Background: Centipede bite is a major public health problem among rural communities of Nigeria. This can be attributed to thick bushes around residential homes and humid weather peculiar to these regions, which favor the survival of this group of arthropods. However, presentation...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJMPCR/2015/13284

Japanese Kampo Medicine, Ninjinyoeito, Inhibits the Induction of iNOS Gene Expression in Proinflammatory Cytokine-Stimulated Hepatocytes

Yoshito Tanaka, Masaki Kaibori, Hirokazu Miki, Masaharu Oishi, Richi Nakatake, Katsuji Tokuhara, Mikio Nishizawa, Tadayoshi Okumura & A-Hon Kwon · Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International · 2014

Background: Japanese Kampo medicine, ninjinyoeito (NYT), is used for the treatment of complaints in patients with general fatigue, anorexia and anemia, and is recently applied in patients with chronic hepatitis C. However, there is little scientific evidence to demonstrate the li...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJPR/2014/13301