International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
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The Occurrence of Calcaneal Spurs In Plantar Fasciitis Patients
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Ra’d
Jaradat
Royal Jordanian Medical Services , IIRBID-jordan
Y
Mohammad
Al-bakheet
Royal Jordanian Medical Services , IIRBID-jordan
N
Rania
Khresat
Royal Jordanian Medical Services , IIRBID-jordan
N
Objective: The aim of this study is to find out the occurrence of calcaneal spurs in plantar fasciitis patients. Methods: Patients with planter fasciitis were diagnosed in the rheumatology clinic at Prince Rashed Hospital and Prince Hashem Hospital. Only 140 eligible patients were exposed to careful examination and hind foot lateral radiographs. All patients were observed in regards to their age, weight and calcaneous bone X-Ray. For calcaneal spurs occurrence, the patients were divided into two groups (present, absent). Data analysis was done based on simple statistical methods and Chi-squares tests. Results: Planter fasciitis occurrence increase with the increase in age and weight (80%, 76% respectively) (Ps < 0.05). 98 patients out of 140 of patients with planter fasciitis were diagnosed with calcaneal spurs (70%) (Ps < 0.05). Conclusion: This study shows that there is a positive relation between calcaneal spurs and planter fasciitis.
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
1
Performance of Nitrogen Phosphorus compound fertilizer in Boro rice
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Mosud
Iqbal
Soil Science Division, Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), Gazipur, Bangladesh
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Mahmuda
Akter
Soil Science Division, Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), Gazipur, Bangladesh
N
Jatish
Chandra Biswas
Soil Science Division, Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), Gazipur, Bangladesh
N
Aminul
Islam
Soil Science Division, Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI), Gazipur, Bangladesh
Y
Evaluation of new nutrient sources plays an important role in crop production. A field experiment was conducted at BRRI, Gazipur and at BRRI regional station, Sonagazi, Feni during Boro season of 2014-15. A new fertilizer, NP compound (NPC) was evaluated and compared the performances with di-ammonium phosphate (DAP). Test crop was BRRI dhan29. At Gazipur site, phosphorus (P) control plot produced only 1.97 t ha-1 grain yield that increased with added P along with two N rates. At lower N doses, application of P either from DAP or NPC produced similar grain yield. It was observed that 30% less N produced statistically similar grain yield to 100% N, irrespective of P sources. It can be inferred that 30% N could be saved without significant reduction of rice yield. At Sonagazi site, application of P either from DAP or NPC could not increase rice grain yields compared to P control plot. From the results of both sites it can be concluded that NPC and DAP performed equally either with 100% N or 30% less N rates.
NPC, DAP, rice yield
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
1
Evaluation of antimicrobial effect of natural honey on some enteric pathogens
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A. A
Ademokoya
Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria
Y
Background: In search of appropriate treatment for most diseases caused by the intestinal pathogens due to antibiotic drug resistance by these organisms, this study is therefore designed to evaluate the antimicrobial effect of natural honey on some enteric pathogens. Methods: The enteric pathogens used in this study were isolated from the stool samples of apparently healthy students of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria. Natural honey on the other hand was purchased in Okusa market in Akungba Akoko. The honey was diluted using two different solvents namely water and ethanol and was made in different concentration with ethanol and water respectively. One hundred stool samples (100) were collected from both males and females gender. The enteric pathogens were isolated using standard microbiology techniques. Results: Out of the hundred samples analyzed, the following pathogens were recovered: Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Klebsiella pneumonae, Shigella dysenterae, Campylobacter jejuni and Helicobacter pylori. The sensitivity patterns of the pathogen to the natural honey were also investigated. The pathogens were sensitive to different concentrations of the test honey in an increasing order as follows: Klebsiella pneumonae, Helicobacter pylori and Campylobacter jejuni (100 %), Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi and Shigella dysenterae (85%). Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between natural honeys diluted with water and the one diluted with ethanol (P<0.5%). Conclusion: Natural honey has been found to inhibit some intestinal pathogens with highest sensitivity impact on Helicobacter pylori, Campylobacter jejuni and Klebsiella pneumonae. Moreover, this study also shows that natural honey with different dilutions is more potent than the crude- undiluted natural honey for prophylaxis against infections caused by some enteric pathogens.
Enteric pathogens, Natural honey, antimicrobial sensitivity.
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
1
Comparing between varicocele surgery and embolization , our experience in King Hussein medical center
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Mohannad
Al-Naser
consultant radiology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
Y
Sizeph
Haddad
consultant radiology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Firas
Khori
consultant urology , royal medical services , Jordan
N
Ashraf
Al – Majali
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Abdelhakeem
Ni'mate
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Rami
Gsous
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Mohammad faisal
mousa
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Mohammad ahmad
al-qudah
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Anas
Al-rabadi
Specialist urology , Royal Medical Services , Jordan
N
Ghaith
Gsous
5th year resident general surgery , Royal medical services
N
Objective : Our objective was to compare between endovascular varicocele embolization Vs varicocele surgery , for the treatment of varicocele . varicocele is considered the most common surgical cause of male infertility . Methods : Retrospective review of the prince Hussein Medical Center varicocele database . We reviewed a total of 265 patients , All of the patients in the database had clinical varicoceles confirmed by scrotal ultrasonography , a total 45 patients underwent unilateral varicocele embolization, and a total 220 patients underwent bilateral and unilateral varicocele surgery in Prince Hussein Center of Urology and Organ transplantation , between January 2015 and March 2017 . Patients have been followed up at the urology outpatient clinic , and by their semen fluid analysis to assess the results . Results : In patients who underwent varicocele embolization , the failure rate was 3 % , and the recurrence rate were 3 % , sperm motility improved in all patients , with no complications related to the procedure . In the other hand , in patients who underwent varicocele surgery , the recurrence rate was 7 % , sperm motility improved in all patients too , and there are no documented complications in all patients . Conclusion : Both methods , have similar result regarding semen fluid analysis improvement , and recurrence rate ( in the international studies . recurrence rate between 5 and 10 % ) . but the surgical option is is less than embolization .
infertility , varicocele , embolization
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
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Association Of Coronary Artery Disease With Psoriasis In A Group Of Patients In Queen Alia Heart Institute (Qahi) In Jordan
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Ramzi
A .Hiary
Cardiologist at qahi (amman –jordan)
Y
Ashraf
H. Qubbaj
Cardiologist at qahi (amman –jordan)
N
Ahmad
A. Rababa
Cardiologist at qahi (amman –jordan)
N
Jehad
Sh. Al-Asssaf
Dermatologist at khmc (king hussein medical center (amman – jordan)
N
Objective: The aim of our study is to demonstrate the association between psoriasis and CAD in a group of patients at QUEEN ALIA HEART INSTITUTE (QAHI). Methods: This retrospective study was conducted at QUEEN ALIA HEART INSTITUTE from April 2012 to August 2016. 167 psoriatic patients (with moderate to severe psoriasis) and 197 non-psoriatic patients (control group) were matched by sex, age and risk factors of CAD. All patients underwent coronary angiography, and the incidence of coronary artery disease was compared between the two groups. Results: After analysis, the p-value of CAD risk factors in both groups (psoriasis and controls) were: age (41.3 year, 35.4 ,0.04) , male (67% , 64% ,0.06), smoking (60.5% , 56% , 0.4) , HTN (40.5 % , 43% , 0.29 ) ,DM (37.5% ,36.3% ,0.3), hyperlipidemia (20.3% , 17.8% , 0.41), family history (36.1% ,34..4 ,0.05). After matching for all these risk factors, the rate of CAD in psoriasis patients was (8.2%) and (2.1%) in non-psoriatic patients with p-value less than 0.001. Conclusion: Psoriasis (moderate and severe) is an independent risk factor for increasing the risk of coronary artery disease in (sex, age, and other risk factor for CAD) matched patients.
CORONARY, ARTERY ,DISEASE
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
1
Coinfected Viral Glossitis In An Immunocompetent Teenager
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Andreea Liana
Rachisan
Department of Pediatrics II, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Y
Emanuela
Floca
Department of Pediatrics II, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
N
Bogdan
Aldes
Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
N
Dan
Gheban
Department of Pathology, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
N
Aurel
Bizo
Department of Pediatrics II, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
N
Gabriel
Samasca
Department of Immunology, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
N
Peter
Makovicky
Department of Transgenic Models of Diseases, Institute of Molecular Genetics, Czech Centre for Phenogenomics, Vestec, Czech Republic
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Adrian
Hrusca
Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Medicine & Pharmacy “Iuliu Hatieganu” Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Viral glossitis is an uncommon condition in an immunocompetent patient. We reported a patient with developed painful pseudo-membranes on the tongue. The diagnosis showed multiple viral infections. The patient promptly responded to antiviral therapy. Multiple viral infections should no longer be considered as a diagnosis only in immunosuppressed patients, but in healthy persons as well.
glossitis, Epstein-Barr virus, Cytomegalovirus, Coxsackie virus, Herpes Simplex virus
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International Journal of Medical Investigation
International Journal of Medical Investigation
2322-2913
2345-640x
6
1
2017
3
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Kerion caused by Trichophyton Mentagrophytes most probably acquired from one gymnasium in 2 athletic boys
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Shahriar
Alian
Antimicrobial resistance research center, mazandaran university of medical sciences, sari, Iran
Y
Iman
Sadeghian
Student research committee , antimicrobial resistance research center, mazandaran university of medical science, Sari, Iran
N
Fatemeh
Ahangarkani
Student research committee , antimicrobial resistance research center, mazandaran university of medical science, Sari, Iran
N
Arghavan
Amouzgar
Student research committee , antimicrobial resistance research center, mazandaran university of medical science, Sari, Iran
N
Two 8 and 10 year- old athletic boys lived in Qaemshahr urban area ( in north of Iran ) presented by erythematous plaques with folicularpostules on head area extending from right occipital to right temporal regions with itching and hair loss about 2 weeks prior their initial visit when the itching and postules and hair loss increased. The diagnosis was Kerion. Endothrix hyphea was seen within hair shaft and Trichophyton Mentagrophytes was isolated from scales and tissue taken from lesions on the head. Postules disappeared 3-4 weeks after oral treatment with terbinafine 125 mg daily. No recurrence has been observed to date.
Kerion, tineacapitis, Trichophyton Mentagrophytes
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