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A Case Report of Cutaneous Larvae Migrans with Associated Fungal Superinfection in Uyo, Nigeria

Christie Divine Akwaowo & Idongesit Odudu Umoh · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2015

Aims: To describe a case of Cutaneous Larvae Migrans (CLM) with associated fungal and bacterial superinfection seen in the Tuberculosis and Infectious Disease Unit of University of Uyo Teaching Hospital. Presentation of Case: A 31-year old male reported to the Tuberculosis and In...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2015/17954

Health System Barriers and Facilitators Influencing TB/HIV Integration in Ghana

Gloria Akosua Ansa, John D. Walley, Kamran Siddiqi & Xiaolin Wei · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2015

Introduction: A quarter of all TB cases in Ghana were HIV-positive at the end of 2012. The integration of TB and HIV services is anticipated to improve patient access to comprehensive care. Key health system components for successful integration are leadership and governance, hea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2015/17293

A New Definition of Limit of Periodic Function and Periodic g-Contractive Mapping at Infinity

Tian-Quan Yun · Journal of Advances in Mathematics and Computer Science · 2015

Limit is a basic concept of calculus. However, according to the updated definition, the limit of periodic function at infinity is not in existence. This conclusion of description does not suit with the periodic phenomenon. For example, the temperature on earth is changed periodic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMCS/2015/18768

Lytic Infusion versus Bolus Therapy for Peripheral Arterial Thrombosis Management: The LIBRA Pilot Study

Jon C. George & Nemalan Selvaraj · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Objective: To compare two intra-arterial catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) techniques (bolus vs infusion) with respect to clinical outcomes and resource utilization in the management of peripheral arterial thrombosis. Methods: In a retrospective single-center study, 20 consecu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18490

Splenic Rupture in Plasmodium vivax Malaria: A Case Report from Kuwait

Mariam Al-Fadhli, Abdul-Aziz Al-Fadhli, Mohammad Saraya & Jafar A. Qasem · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

We describe a case of malaria vivax in a 31 year old Afghan male complicated by spontaneous splenic rupture one month after returning from Pakistan. The ruptured and enlarged spleen displaying multiple subcapsular hemorrhages was surgically resected. Malaria was diagnosed by peri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17170

Pre Surgical Nasoalveolar Molding (PNAM) to Reduce Cleft Severity in a Nonsyndromic Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate (UCLP) Patient

Samra Bokhari, Iram Bokhari, Irfan Qamaruddin & Mohammad Khursheed Alam · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Introduction: Pre surgical nasoalveolar molding (PNAM) is a viable option in reducing the severity of the cleft resulting in easier surgical repair and the lip and the nose heal under minimal tension and this leads to less scar formation. Presentation of Case: A case report with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18523

Aging, Fitness, and Marathon Times in a 91 Year-old Man Who Competed in 627 Marathons

Odessa Addison, Gregory Steinbrenner, Andrew P. Goldberg & Leslie I. Katzel · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aging is associated with a decline in maximal aerobic capacity (VO2max) that may be attenuated by chronic endurance exercise. This case study chronicles the changes in marathon times in a 91 year old man who completed 627 marathons and 117 ultramarathons over 42 years. He began r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17946

Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus and Molecular Characterization of Bacterial Isolates Recovered from Cases with Asymptomatic Bacteriauria in Trinidad and Tobago

Patrick Eberechi Akpaka, Padman Jayaratne, Angel Justiz Vaillant & Ozioma Akunna Onyegbule · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: To highlight the observed features including socio-demographic, economic and biochemical characteristics seen among uncontrolled diabetic adults that should be areas of concern or focus by healthcare providers during the management of diabetes in the country. Also to perfor...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18530

Effect of Different Primers on the Peel Bond Strength between Silicone Elastomer and Acrylic Resins

Firas Abd Kati Al-Shammari · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Introduction: Implant-supported extra-oral prostheses often require a retentive matrix to hold gold alloy clips and magnets, which act as retentive means. Silicone elastomers have a different structure to acrylic resins. Hence, primers are used to increase the bonding between sil...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17897

Comparison of APACHE II, MPM and CPIS Scoring Systems with Regard to Determine of Mortality at Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia

Ismail Sırıt, Hülya Sungurtekin, Simay Serin, Ercan Gürses, Turan Evran, Asli Mete & Ibrahim Öztürk · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) due to mechanical ventilation is an important issue that increases mortality and cost of treatment. In this study, we aimed to compare the effectiveness of three scoring models for estimation of mortality and morbidity in patients with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/18180

Prolonged Use of Benzodiazepines for Sleep Disturbances in the Elderly: Quality of Sleep and Related Comorbidities

Igor Munteanu, Tzvi Dwolatzky, Oleg Choumeiko, Roni Peleg & Yan Press · International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal · 2015

Introduction: Insomnia is frequently found in older people, and may be symptomatic of underlying comorbid conditions. The use of drug therapy for the symptomatic relief of insomnia is widespread, with the most common class of agents used for this indication being benzodiazepines....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/INDJ/2015/17216

The Effect of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) on Resilience, Compassion Fatigue, Stress and Empathy in Professional Nurses

Marietta P. Stanton, Rick A. Houser, Morgan E. Kiper Riechel, Joy J. Burnham & Graham McDougall · Advances in Research · 2015

The purpose of the study is to determine the effect of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) on measured levels of resilience and empathy in professional nurses with evidence of compassion fatigue and other stress related problems. Lowered levels of resilience, compassio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AIR/2015/16842