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Relevant Facts from Aerosol Measles Vaccine Studies
(Scientific Research, 2016-08)
Most of the facts regarding measles aerosol vaccination have been quite thoroughly dealt with in
the book by S. Plotkin, Mass Vaccination: Global Aspects—Progress and Obstacles (2006 Ed) [1]. However,
there are some ...
Males at High Risk for Breast Cancer: Who Are They and How Should We Screen Them?
(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 ...
Lymphedema: Complications and Management
(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 ...
Impact of Age on Surgical Outcomes after Robot Assisted Laparoscopic Hysterectomies
(Scientific Research, 2014-03)
Objective: To estimate the impact of patient’s age on surgical outcomes in patients undergoing
robotic hysterectomy. Methods: A retrospective review of prospectively collected cohort data for a
consecutive series of ...
Novel Technique Combining Tissue and Mesh Repair for Umbilical Hernia in Adults
(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 ...
Management of Post-Circumcision Trapped Penis with Glanular Amputation
(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 ...
Mixed Tumor of the Appendix: A Rare Tumor Association
(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 ...
The Risk Factors of Intensive Care Unit Admittance during First Attack of Acute Pancreatitis
(Scientific Research, 2012-12)
Background: A proportion of patients with acute pancreatitis develop severe organ dysfunction requiring admittance in
an intensive care unit. Patient characteristics associated with ICU admittance were evaluated in this ...
The Use of Social Networks in Curbing HIV in Higher Education Institutions: A Case Study of the University of Zambia
(Scientific Research, 2017-06)
The AIDS epidemic has affected every aspect of Zambian society and is recognized
as the greatest public health challenge of the past 30 years. Nevertheless,
education can generate hope in the face of the epidemic using ...
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 ...