Aims: This study provides population-based estimates on the prevalence, awareness, treatment and control rates of hypercholesterolemia among the elderly in Malaysia. Study Design: Analysis of secondary data from a cross sectional population-based survey was done. Place and Durati...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23304
Background: Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a sensorimotor disorder characterized by a complaint of an almost irresistible urge to move the legs. Aims: We investigated whether long-term low-level exposures to solvents affects the development of restless legs syndrome. Methods: 38...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23742
Background: Dipstick urine analysis is the most common method for screening children for detecting urinary abnormalities. This study is aimed to estimate the frequency of urinary problems among children aged 6-13 years from five primary schools in different parts of the Sohag Gov...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23248
Introduction: Nowadays, there are many articles about Platelet Rich Plasma/Platelet Rich Fibrin families. A novel platelet-rich product called titanium prepared platelet-rich fibrin (T-PRF) has stronger and thicker fibrin than that of the classic glass tube prepared platelet-rich...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23939
Aims: The study aimed to know the effects of the purified M-protein on immune system to produce protection against Streptococcus pyogenes in rabbits. Study Design: Case-control study. Place and Duration of Study: In this study, collection samples and bacterial identification were...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/22800
Background: Oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is regarded as a potentially malignant condition. It is characterized by a mucosal rigidity of variable intensity because of the fibroelastic changes of the juxta epithelial layer, resulting in a progressive inability to open the mouth....
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23615
Objective: Occupational exposure to liberated fumes and gases during welding process could be hazardous to the kidneys. The objective of this study was to screen and identify associated factors for renal dysfunction in arc welders. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted in 3...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23398
Introduction: The penetrating neck injuries belong to the group of the most urgent conditions in medicine. Large blood vessels and nerves that connect the head with the body are situated in the neck as well as the important parts of respiratory and digestive system. The penetrati...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/21374
Aims: We report a case of development of chronic intraabdominal hypertension (IAH) in patient with giant abdominal liposarcoma and finally its presentation as inferior vena cava syndrome. Presentation of Case: A 77- year old patient presented with history of abdominal enlargement...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23445
Background: Research studies have shown that age is an independent risk factor for metabolic syndrome (MetS). However, as eco-demographic structure and function of Nigeria changes, geriatric Nigerians tend to adopt lifestyles that promote the emergence of metabolic syndrome. Aim:...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23672