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{"title":"Evaluation of Serum Lipid Profile at Different Trimesters among Pregnant Women in Ovia North-East Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria","authors":"C. Enitan, Humphrey Benedo Osadolor, K. Digban, E. Osakue, J. Alao, E. Adejumo, Oluwakemi Anike Ladipo, Ayodele, Adelakun, Chukwuani Ufuoma, Francis Awusha Ogar, Chigozie Victor Okoro","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5513","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5513","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of this study was to evaluate the lipid profile of pregnant women at different trimester in Ovia North-East Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria. A total of 200 blood specimens (150 pregnant women and 50 non-pregnant women), aged between 18-49 years, were randomly collected from consenting women. Biochemical parameters including: Total Cholesterol (TCHL), Triglycerides (TG), High density lipoprotein (HDL) and Low density lipoprotein (LDL) were analyzed using standard spectrophotometric technique. A standard Height and Weight Measurement Unit (HWMU) was used to measure the height (m) and weight (Kg) of the participants and their BMI thereafter calculated using the formula: Weight/Square Height (Kg/m2). Data were entered into Microsoft Excel and statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS-18.0 (Statistical Package for Social Sciences Version 18.0) Software Package. In comparison with the control, the serum levels of Triglycerides (TG), High density lipoprotein (HDL), as well as Very Low density lipoprotein (VLDL) changed significantly (P=0.00) in pregnant women with progression in pregnancy particularly in the third trimesters. While on the other hand, the serum levels of Total Cholesterol (TCHL) and the Low density lipoprotein (LDL) of the pregnant women were significantly (P=0.00) elevated in the second trimester compared to the control. TCHL (189±4.23 mg/dl), TG (166±5.12 mg/dl), HDL (78±2.59 mg/dl), VLDL (33.0±1.02 mg/dl), and BMI (24.2±0.4 Kg/m2) were significantly (P=0.00) elevated in the pregnant women than the control (142±5.34 mg/dl, 108±5.02 mg/dl, 39±3.20 mg/dl, 23.1±1.5 mg/dl, and 22.1±0.3 Kg/m2, respectively), except LDL (P=0.90). The outcome of this study shows that hyperlipidemia is highest in the third trimester of pregnancy and pregnant women International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research Vol. 5, No. 05; 2021","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"35 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122772094","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Ross' Syndrome: A Case Report","authors":"Katia Mabiael Moreno Cortez, Diego Antonio Hidalgo Díaz, Ildefonso Rodríguez-Leyva","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5405","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5405","url":null,"abstract":"Introduction: Ross syndrome is characterized by the triad of diffuse anhidrosis, myotatic hyporeflexia, and tonic pupil of Adie, with compensatory hyperhidrosis. The evolution of the disease is benign and chronic, its etiology is not well defined, and the pathophysiology involves denervation of autonomic fibers. Approximately 60 cases have been reported worldwide. Therefore, we believe it is relevant to share this case with the medical community, given its characteristics. Clinical Case: A 39-year-old female started two years ago with profuse diaphoresis, erythema on the left hemibody of insidious onset, progressive, accompanied by contralateral hypohidrosis. On neurological examination with mydriatic right pupil, photo motor and consensual reflex absent; however, accommodation reflex was preserved. On motor examination with preserved strength and global myotatic reflexes abolished. A diagnostic protocol is performed to rule out primary differential diagnoses, which, when excluded, is concluded with Ross' syndrome diagnosis. In addition, a complete laboratory workup was done to rule out systemic problems, nerve conduction studies for radicular-neuropathies, immunological to rule out lupus and other autoimmune diseases, and imaging studies both CT and MRI. Conclusions: Ross' syndrome thoroughly presents in most patients with the characteristic triad; it is usually progressive and associated with autonomic symptoms. Its importance lies in evaluating and ruling out possible differential diagnoses and the timely treatment of the symptomatology that becomes disabling and has a social impact on the patient.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"23 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127683817","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Prevalence of Bacterial Urinary Tract Infections and Their Anti-microbial Susceptibility Test in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Bangladesh between April 2020 to April 2021","authors":"A. Akter, Dr Md Arifur Rahman, Dr Farhana Khan, Dr Asma Akter Abbasy, Dr Farjana Sultana","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5609","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5609","url":null,"abstract":"Urinary tract infection is the most common bacterial infection in Bangladesh and a common disease of women than men. An antimicrobial agent is used for the treatment of UTI. The increase in antibiotic resistance among uropathogens is a global problem. This study attempted to underline the prevalence of UTI patients affected by uropathogenic strains. The study was conducted among 3060 patients of different ages and sex from over a period of one year April 2020 to April 2021 through conventional cultural, biochemical methods as well as disk diffusion methods to determine the uropathogens and their antibiotic susceptibility pattern. Among 3060 samples, 1148 (37.5%) samples were found culture positive, 248 (22%) cases positive for male & 900 (78%) cases positive for females. Most of the UTI was caused by Escherichia coli 891 (60 %). Moreover Enterobacter spp (7.5%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (11%), Proteus vulgaris (3.5%), Proteus mirabilis (2.5 %) Citrobacter freundii (1%), Klebsiella pneumoniae (3%), Staphylococcus spp (9.5%) Enterococcus faecalis (2%). 17 antibiotics were used against the isolated uropathogens. As it can be seen from (Table 2) Escherichia coli are sensitive to Meropenem 89%, Amikacin 80%, Gentamicin 74%, Nitrofuration 67%, Amoxiclave 71%, Ciprofloxacin 41%, Levofloxacin 37%, Doxycycline 40%. Pseudomonas aeruginosa sensitive to to Meropenem 72%, Amikacin 79%, Gentamicin 72%, Nitrofuration 54%, Amoxiclave 60%, Ciprofloxacine 43%, Levofloxacine 47%. Klebsiella Pneumoniae to Meropenem 82%, Amikacin 71%, Gentamicin 71%, Nitrofuration 50%, Amoxiclave 63%, Ciprofloxacin 32%, Levofloxacine 38%. Staphylococcus Spp Meropenem 83%, Amikacin 79%, Gentamicin 73%, Nitrofuration International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research Vol. 5, No. 06; 2021","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"141 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121401583","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Uncountered Effects of Immunomodulators","authors":"V. Zemskov, A. Barsukov, M. Kozlova, N. Shishkina, O. Vasiliev, K. Pronko, V. Demidova, Larisa Samadurova","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2022.6205","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2022.6205","url":null,"abstract":"Certain shortcomings of clinical immunology at the present time are discussed, which leads to a reduction in the therapeutic use of immunomodulatory drugs, even despite their often high clinical effect and the imperfection of methods for specific target immunodiagnostics. Moreover, it is significant that their effect on the immune system is nonspecific. The non-immune systemic action of immunomodulators on various body systems is not taken into account. New methods for assessing the immune response are considered, which are not detected when using \"stencil\" methods.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"14 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134332912","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Results of Radiation Assessment of the Content of Cesium-137 and Strontium90 in Food Products in the Kakheti Region, Georgia","authors":"N Vepkhvadze, M Khorbaladze, T Kochoradze, N Tskhovrebadze, I Kugoti","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5306","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5306","url":null,"abstract":"The aim of the study was to determine the spectrum of radionuclides, namely the content of cesium and strontium, in local food products in the Kakheti region (Telavi, Gurjaani and Lagodekhi municipalities) of Georgia, and its hygienic assessment. A sampling of food products was carried out from 4-5 places. The weight of the combined sample of meat products was 1 kilogram, as was the weight of the sample of vegetables, and the sample of dairy products was 600 grams. A sampling of food products was carried out in meatprocessing plants, markets, and shops. Qualitative and quantitative identification of radionuclides in the taken samples was performed in the Laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture of Georgia (identification code No. F-003-2016G). Fifteen locally produced staples (from peasant farms) that are most commonly consumed by the local population were studied in the Kakheti region. Comparing the results of the study carried out to identify radionuclides in food products with the permissible specific activity of radionuclides, it can be seen that the content of radionuclides in local food products in the Kakheti region is much lower than allowed by radiation safety standards. According to the results of the study, it can be assumed that the internal dose of radiation of the population conditioned by 137Cs and 90Sr would be relatively low. Though this fact does not give a reason for calm. To obtain a complete picture of internal doses of radiation, it is necessary to continue research with the aim of qualitative and quantitative identification of radionuclides in local and imported food products, as well as to study the actual nutrition of the population.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"51 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121185480","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Centredanamsesis on the Patient by Negocited approach in Order to Favor Therapeutic Observance in the Health Communautary Center of Yirimadio","authors":"Mohamed Diabaté, Samou Diarra, Kassoum Barry, Ibrahima Coulibaly, A. Sidibé, Youssouf I Traoré, Yiriba Diarra, Boubacar N Coulibaly, Singoun Dembele, I. Cissé, Salif Bagayogo, A. Diallo","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5505","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5505","url":null,"abstract":"Summary: The quality of the relationship between the patient and his doctor is one of the major determinants of his success and conditions the success of medical treatment. The history is the essential basis of the diagnosis. Objective: To improve the quality of the patient’s history according to a negotiated approach in order to promote therapeutic compliance. Method and Material: this was an action research type study. The study is prospective of the research/action type. The procedure consisted of making an investigation during the curative consultations in the doctors' offices; while the doctor interrogates a patient an investigator fills the investigation paper; to report the findings made with a view to developing a collegial action plan to improve the history. A second survey was conducted to assess the level of achievement of the action plan. Results: The results of this action research showed that almost 2% of physicians did the history summary in the first phase (first survey) while 10% did so after the upgrade. The diagnostic hypothesis was announced to patients by 33% of physicians initially, compared to 48% after the upgrade. And finally, more than half of the doctors did not explain to patients the different treatment options available for his case. Conclusion: Patient-centered history taking is not a common practice at the Yirimadio community health center. More action research is needed for physicians to fully embrace this approach. International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research Vol. 5, No. 05; 2021","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"41 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122995624","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Letter on Evidences for Action on CVD Risk Factors in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India","authors":"Manjunatha Ramu","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2022.6406","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2022.6406","url":null,"abstract":"Globally, cardiovascular diseases (CVD’s) are the number one cause of mortality, and low- and middle-income Countries are largely affected. Health System in Indian sub-continent is experiencing double burden of both Communicable and Non-Communicable diseases, same is the situation in Islands of Andaman and Nicobar, which is a Union Territory of India, and located in the South-Eastern part of the Bay of Bengal, around 1200 km away from the main land of India, Government led large scale surveys have shown that the proportion of population experiencing risk factors of CVD's like Hypertension, Blood sugar levels, Body Mass Index (BMI), Harmful use of Tobacco, Harmful use of alcohol consumption, etc are increasing in the archipelago. Data calls for urgent action on mitigation of such risk factors, and efforts for reducing risk factors for CVDs need to be undertaken in an operational research mode, both estimations and interventions aimed at reducing risk factors must go hand in hand to reduce the burden on the community as well as on the Health System. This letter identifies the current scenario, and trends of CVD risk factors from various surveys and there are ample of scientific methods available for prediction of CVDs, and to control such risk factors among populations.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"5 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130198190","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Youths Perception of Their HIV Status in Enugu Metropolis: A Case of Enugu State University Enugu, Nigeria","authors":"Modebelu Ifunanya. C., Okeke Justice. C., Modebelu Melody. N.","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5508","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5508","url":null,"abstract":"The study ascertained the current perception of youths towards their HIV status in universities in Enugu metropolis: A case of Enugu State University of Science and Technology Enugu, Nigeria. A sample of 330 respondents was drawn from 11 departments in the university through proportionate stratified sampling technique. Descriptive survey design was employed. Researchers developed a' 24-item structured questionnaire built on two point rating scale was used in data collection. It was validated by three experts, two experts in Community Medicine and one in Measurement and Evaluation all from University of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN). Internal consistency reliability test was established through a trial test, analyzed with Cronbach Alpha reliability technique. Frequency counts and percent were used to present the results. findings among others revealed that a significant number of youths do not have accurate information on HIV and all the modes of transmission of the disease while a few are not aware of any route of transmission; the media was the major source of information on HIV for these youths; need for increased sensitization for attention towards youths especially in ensuring the availability of accurate information on HIV and its routes of transmission. Based on the findings, it was recommended that increased publicity of HIV as a disease and its routes of transmission should be encouraged. It is also essential to ratify the information being disseminated through the mass media and internet to ensure that it is correct, current and adequate with regards to HIV.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"9 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"132035474","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Inflammation Biomarkers Are Independent Contributors to Functional Performance in Chronic Conditions: An Exploratory Study","authors":"Arthur N. Arrieiro, Luana A. Soares, Ana C. N. Prates, P. H. Figueiredo, Henrique Silveira Costa, Adriano Prado Simão, Camila Danielle Cunha Neves, J. M. dos Santos, Luciana Martins Mello Santos, Núbia Carelli Pereira Avelar, S. F. Fonseca, Vanessa Kelly da Silva Lage, Vanessa Gonçalves César Ribeiro, Daniele Sirineu Pereira, Fabiana Souza Máximo Pereira, A. Bastone, V. Mendonça, M. B. Filho, A. Lacerda","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5404","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5404","url":null,"abstract":"Chronic health conditions are accompanied by low-grade systemic inflammation and increased blood concentrations of pro-inflammatory cytokines, such as tumor necrosis factor (TNF). Blood levels of soluble receptors for tumor necrosis factor (TNF) can influence functional performance in patients with chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and Chagas disease. However, a gap remains with regard to the association between systemic inflammation biomarkers and functional performance in chronic conditions. The aim of this International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research Vol. 5, No. 04; 2021","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"22 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"123493454","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Signet Cell Adenocarcinoma of the Rectum in 16-year-old Male Patient. (Case Report)","authors":"Alkhatib Amani, Diab Mostafa, Assaf Mouchira, AlOmary Abdullah, M. Ahmad, Hallal Mahmoud","doi":"10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5221","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.51505/ijmshr.2021.5221","url":null,"abstract":"Colorectal carcinoma (CRC) is a common carcinoma of the colon and rectum, typically observed in men and women worldwide. There are many types of colorectal carcinomas, but colorectal adenocarcinomas constitute the most common type (over 90% of them). Signet Ring-Cell Carcinoma (SRCC) of Colon and Rectum is a rare histological subtype of colorectal adenocarcinoma. They constitute less than 1% of all colorectal adenocarcinomas and are known to be highly-aggressive tumors. The (SRCC) Median age is about 59 years (1). This is a case report of a very young male with Signet Ring-Cell Carcinoma (SRCC) of rectum; this paper will help to raise physicians and pediatricians awareness about Signet Ring-Cell Carcinoma (SRCC) of Colon and Rectum.","PeriodicalId":285067,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research","volume":"2008 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"1900-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"117049024","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}