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    • Knowledge, Attitudes, and Experiences of HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Trial Participants in Botswana 

      Toledo, Lauren; McLellan-Lemal, Eleanor; Henderson, Faith L.; Kebaabetswe, Poloko M. (Scientific Research, 2015-03)
      Recent clinical trials have shown that a daily dose of oral TDF/FTC pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is effective in reducing human immunodeficiency (HIV) risk. Understanding trial participants’ perspectives about retention ...
    • Late Presentation of a Congenital Intrinsic Duodenal Obstruction in a Patient with Anorectal Malformation 

      Mandhan, Parkash; Rathod, Kirtikumar J.; Sankhla, Dilip (Scientific Research, 2013-07)
      Anorectal Malformations are known to be associated with various other congenital anomalies including duodenal atresia. An association of congenital intrinsic duodenal obstruction causing partial duodenal obstruction in a ...
    • Left Ventricular Reconstruction and Mitral Valve Annuloplasty Combined with Papillary Muscle Relocation for Severe Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation 

      Furukawa, Koji; Yano, Mitsuhiro; Nakamura, Eisaku; Matsuyama, Masakazu; Nishimura, Masanori; Kawagoe, Katsuya; Nakamura, Kunihide (Scientific Research, 2017-12)
      A 46-year-old man was referred to our hospital due to severe ischemic mitral regurgitation with severe bileaflet tethering and a dilated left ventricle. We performed left ventricular reconstruction and mitral valve ...
    • Long Term Results of Valve Operations in Patients with Diabetes 

      Huddleston, Stephen J.; Goheen, Erin; Opoku-Asare, Isaac; Kokkinos, Peter; Greenberg, Michael D.; Trachiotis, Gregory D. (Scientific Research, 2012-12)
      Diabetes Mellitus (DM) adversely affects survival in patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) surgery. The influence of diabetes on events after valve operations is ...
    • Lymphedema: Complications and Management 

      Agbenorku, Pius (Scientific Research, 2014-07)
      Introduction: Lymphedema is a condition of the lymphatic system characterized by tissue swelling of body parts especially the limbs as a result of fluid retention. This debilitating condition may result in morbidity and ...
    • Males at High Risk for Breast Cancer: Who Are They and How Should We Screen Them? 

      Swergold, Natalie; Murthy, Vijayashree; Chamberlain, Ronald S. (Scientific Research, 2014-07)
      Background: It is estimated that 2240 males in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer (BC) in 2013, resulting in 410 deaths. Overall, male breast cancers (MBCs) are diagnosed with larger tumor size, more ...
    • Management of Post-Circumcision Trapped Penis with Glanular Amputation 

      Tolba, Adel M.; Nasr, Mohamed; Abohashem, Ahmed; Abd-Elnaby, Mahmoud; Ibrahim, Emad S. (Scientific Research, 2014-07)
      A phenomenon known as trapped penis has numerous origins, including injudicious circumcision. Materials and Methods: Surgery for trapped penis with glanular amputation was performed for 5 children. The surgical policy ...
    • Management of Traumatic Joint Dislocations in Irrua 

      Edomwonyi, Edwin Omon; Nwokike, Osita Chizoba; Onuminya, John Enekele (Scientific Research, 2015-03)
      Aim: To elucidate the pattern of presentation and management of traumatic major joint dislocations as seen in Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital. Method: A five-year retrospective review of 44 cases in 43 patients. Data ...
    • Maxillary Distraction Osteogenesis 

      Hassani, Mohammad-Esmaiil; Karimi, Hamid; Hassani, Hosein; Hassani, Ali (Scientific Research, 2015-02)
      Background: Distraction Osteogenesis is popular for long bones. And nowadays it has found its role in facial bone deficiency treatments. Purpose: We used our special designed Distractor for advancement of Maxillary ...
    • Mesh Infection and Migration after Umbilical Hernia Repair 

      Ripetti, Valter; Vaccara, Vincenzo L.; Angelini, Eleonora; Giorgio, Giovan B.; Alloni, Rossana (Scientific Research, 2013-10)
      Mesh infection and migration are dangerous and common complications after hernia repair. Many factors cause mesh migration, which may or may not be associated to infection. Before performing hernia repair using a mesh, ...
    • Metabolic Syndrome in People with HIV/AIDS 

      Werberich, Ana Paula; Ceren, Juliana; Romancini, Jayder L. H.; Pimentel, Giuliano G. de A.; Junior, Miguel S.; Pupulin, Áurea R. T. (Scientific Research, 2013-12)
      Background: Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) has changed the clinical picture of HIV infection by reducing morbidity and mortality rates in the population. However, alterations in lipid metabolism leading to ...
    • Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement with Partial Lower Sternotomy 

      Morimoto, Keisuke; Miyasaka, Shigeto; Shiraya, Suguru; Kobayashi, Futoshi (Scientific Research, 2018-06-15)
      Objectives: Due to recent spread of minimally invasive surgery, the demand for minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is increasing. We investigate the usefulness of minimally invasive aortic valve replacement ...
    • Mixed Tumor of the Appendix: A Rare Tumor Association 

      Ossibi, Pierlesky Elion; Benkoukous, Mehdi; Oudou, Abdoul Aliou Zabeirou; Majdoub, KarimIbn; Toughrai, Imane; AitLaalim, Said; Mazaz, Khalid (Scientific Research, 2014-10)
      Malignant tumors of the appendix are rare. They are present in 0.1% to 0.5% of appendectomy specimens: confirmed upon histological analysis. Mixed tumors in the appendix are exceptional. We report a mixed mucinous ...
    • Morbidity and Mortality after Colorectal Surgery for Cancer 

      Angelucci, Giulio P.; Sinibaldi, Giovanni; Orsaria, Paolo; Arcudi, Claudio; Colizza, Sergio (Scientific Research, 2013-11)
      Colorectal Cancer is the second most common cancer in western countries and, currently, surgical resection is still the principal treatment for this pathology. However, the operation carries significant morbidity and ...
    • New-Onset Seizures in HIV Patients on Antiretroviral Therapy at a Tertiary Centre in South-West, Nigeria 

      Olajumoke, Oshinaike; Akinsegun, Akinbami; Njideka, Okubadejo; Oluwadamilola, Ojo; Olaitan, Ojelabi; Adedoyin, Dosunmu; Adewumi, Adediran; Akinola, Dada; Sarah, Ajibola (Scientific Research, 2013-06)
      Background: Seizures are associated with neurological manifestations of HIV. They may be the presenting symptom and can occur at any disease stage. Aim: To determine the frequency and clinical aspects of new-onset seizures ...
    • Novel Technique Combining Tissue and Mesh Repair for Umbilical Hernia in Adults 

      Vagholkar, Ketan; Vagholkar, Suvarna (Scientific Research, 2014-09)
      Introduction: Umbilical hernia in adults poses a challenge to the surgeon. Understanding the anatomical and pathological intricacies of the hernia is pivotal in evolving a good repair. A multitude of repairs have been ...
    • Nurse Staffing and Workload Drivers in Small Rural Hospitals: An Imperative for Evidence 

      Twigg, Diane E.; Cramer, Jennifer H.; Pugh, Judith D. (2016)
      Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore staffing issues and the workload drivers influencing nursing activities in designated small rural hospitals of Western Australia. A problem for small rural hospitals is an ...
    • Our Experience in 33 Patients of Multiple Ventricular Septal Defect Closure 

      Thangavel, Periyasamy; Kamalakkannan, Ganapathy S.; Karthekeyan, Baskar R.; Muthukumar, Siva; Vakamudi, Mahesh; Rethinasamy, Jebaraj (Scientific Research, 2015-10)
      Study: Retrospective study of 33 patients with multiple VSD during March 2009 to March 2014. Technique: The defects were located by injecting the cardioplegia solution into left atrium after occluding the pulmonary artery. ...
    • Outcomes of Open Surgery for Popliteal Artery Aneurysms: An 18-Year Experience in a Single Institution in Japan 

      Makino, Yoshihisa; Hoshina, Katsuyuki; Yamamoto, Kota; Kimura, Masaru (Scientific Research, 2018-03)
      Objective: To elucidate the outcomes of open surgery for popliteal artery aneurysm (PAA) in a single Japanese institution. Materials and Methods: Between 1999 and 2016, 35 patients (44 PAAs) underwent open surgery in ...
    • Pattern of HIV-1 Drug Resistance among Adults on ART in Nigeria 

      Odaibo, Georgina N.; Okonkwo, Prosper; Adewole, Isaac F.; Olaleye, David O. (Scientific Research, 2013-12)
      Background: The development of anitiretroviral drug resistance may limit the benefit of antiretroviral therapy. Therefore the need to closely monitor these mutations, especially the use of ART is increasing. This study ...