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Posterior Polar Cataract and Its Management
(Scientific Research, 2015-07)
Although cataract surgery in posterior polar cataract is associated with posterior capsular rent
and nucleus drop, by taking precautions the rate of complication can be decreased. The aim of this
article is to review the ...
Atherosclerotic Descending Aortic Aneurysms. Pros and Cons of Surgery
(Scientific Research, 2015-09)
Within the last few years, there has been a strong trend to rethink the issue of management of
atherosclerotic descending thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). When etiopathogenetic
associations among changes ...
Consistent Condom Use among HIV Positive Women Attending Comprehensive Care Centre of Thika Level 5 Hospital, Kenya
(Scientific Research, 2015-09)
Background: Condoms offer protection against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission
when used correctly and consistently. Many HIV infected people do not use condom regularly,
thus leading to new HIV infections ...
Experience with Prosthetic Valve Replacement in Indigents with Rheumatic Heart Disease in Nigeria: 10-Year Follow-Up
(Scientific Research, 2015-08)
Purpose: Active heart surgery programs are few in sub Saharan Africa outside of South Africa, with
majority being low volume centers performing small numbers annually. We reviewed our long
term outcome to identify factors ...
Errors in Surgical Site Identification during Cutaneous Surgery for Skin Cancer: Review and Recommendations
(Scientific Research, 2015-07)
Surgical error due to incorrect identification of the surgical site has been known to occur right
from the beginning of surgical practice through the ages. However, increasing awareness, preventative
efforts and risks ...
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Experiences of HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Trial Participants in Botswana
(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 ...
Our Experience in 33 Patients of Multiple Ventricular Septal Defect Closure
(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. ...
Immune Response after Hepatitis B Vaccination among Egyptian Medical Students in Nile Delta
(Scientific Research, 2015-08)
Background: Early promotion of hepatitis B (HB) vaccination among health care workers is an
important component of the HBV infection control. No available data assess immune response of
HB vaccination among Egyptian ...
What Is the Best Surgical Approach for Bilateral Pulmonary Hydatid Cysts in Children?
(Scientific Research, 2015-03)
Introduction: The most common site for hydatid cysts in children is the lungs while in adult hepatic
cysts are predominant. Bilateral pulmonary involvement is relatively rare and its surgical
management is poorly described ...
Maxillary Distraction Osteogenesis
(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 ...