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The Utility of 1,5 Anhydroglucitol as a Reliable Indicator of Glycemic Control in Diabetes Mellitus

This study is a retrospective chart review examining the utility of serum 1,5 anhydroglucitol as a measure of glycemic control in diabetics in outpatient endocr...

Multiple Endocrine Dysfunctions in Adult Severe Falciparum Malaria

Introduction: Severe falciparum malaria causes multiple organ dysfunction with different grades of severity that cause death. In this study we investigate mult...

Keywords: Cortisol Insufficiency; Sick-Euthyroid State; Insulin Resistance; Hypovitamonosis-D

Published: 2020-12-08

The Application of Remineralizing Means and Methods of Early Diagnostics of the Caries in the Process of Enamel Maturation: A Review

Non-mineralized enamel in childhood is a risk factor for the development of caries in the stage of macula cariosa, therefore it is very important at this age t...

Keywords: Colorimetry; Laser Fluorescence; Immature Enamel

Published: 2020-12-08

The Dark Side of After-Work Socialization in China: A Case of Employee Sufferings in Supervisor-Subordinate Guanxi

Organizational practices are moving towards blurring the boundary between personal and professional life. This fact is evidenced by the literature and popular a...

Keywords: <p>Supervisor; Subordinate; Guanxi; After-Work Socialization; China</p>

Published: 2020-12-08

Carcinoma Unknown Primary with Neck Secondaries and Concurrent Granulomata – A Case Report

Background: Association of granulomatous inflammation along with malignancy in the histopathological evaluation of surgical specimens is a known entity. In deve...

Keywords: Inflammation; X-ray; Carcinoma; Granulomatous Disease

As Evidenced by the Statistics of the Pandemic

Daily news reports on the growth of the total number of people infected with coronavirus and the number of groups of people who have become ill, recovered and...

Keywords: Pandemic; Statistics; Coronavirus

Published: 2020-11-21

Water should be Considered

One of the most detrimental errors for scientific thinking is preconceived opinions, which, once expressed as hypotheses, are later accepted as indisputable t...

Keywords: Water; Misconceptions; Fuel Combustion; Biochemical Reactions

Published: 2020-11-21

Fish Passes

Running waters naturally interlink different eco-regions, and are of essential ecological significance. They are, therefore, rightly called the vital lines of ...

Keywords: Fish Pass; Fish Ladder; Fish Ramp; Bundles of Brushwood,

Published: 2020-11-17

Stormwater Management by 1D and 2D Hydraulic Simulation in the Main Surface Water Collection Canals (Case Study: Mianrud Canal – Tehran)

The importance of urban floods can be considered because of the harmful effects they can have on urban structure, human health and the environment. Therefore, ...

Keywords: Critical points; District 5 of Tehran; Mianrud Canal; HEC-RAS

Published: 2020-11-17

The Use of Plant-Based Technology for Degradation and Bioremediation of Pollutants and Heavy Metals from Contaminated Soils

Over the past centuries, increasing levels of environmental pollution can be owing to increased human activities. The risky agricultural practices and the enorm...

Keywords: Phytoremediation; Heavy metals; Hyperaccumulation; Environment; Pollutants

Published: 2020-11-17

Biodegradation Potential of Crude Oil by Pseudomonas aeruginosa Strains and Analysis of Residual Oil by GC-MS

The potential biodegradation of crude oil was assessed by 50 strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa cultured in a basal mineral medium using crude oil as a sole carb...

Keywords: Crude oil; Biodegradation; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; GC-MS

Published: 2020-11-17

Assessment Performance of Aerated Lagoons for Removing Pathogenic Bacteria at Port Said Wastewater Treatment Plant

Safe disposal of waste water is the most critical environmental challenge facing our government. This study aims to evaluate the performance of aerated lagoon s...

Keywords: Wastewater Treatment; Aerated Lagoon; Pathogenic Removal

Methods to Provide Quality Assurance in Medical Sciences and Neurosciences Using International Standard Organization, Standards and Concepts of Total Quality Management (TQM)

It has been one of the issue in managing healthcare sector in 21st century that it was marred by multiple complaints, legal battle and also physical assault to ...

Keywords: Quality Assurance; Standards; ISO; TQM; Medical; Neurosciences

Published: 2020-11-13

Assessment of Adequacy of Nasopharyngeal and Oropharyngeal Swab-Based Collection for Diagnosis of Novel 2019 Coronavirus Infection

Since December 2019, SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19, has presented an exceptional challenge to the international medical community. As of May 20 20...

Published: 2020-11-11

The Next Generation Dental Material: Graphene & Derivatives

Oral cavity is always in a state of dynamism. A plethora of dental materials have been used in the past and have been in constant contact with the oral cavity...

Keywords: Dental Material; Graphene & Derivatives

Published: 2020-11-09

How to assess IOP Peak and its Importance in Glaucoma Management

1. Abstract Elevated intra-ocular pressure (IOP) and mean IOP are considered the main risk factors for the development and progression of glaucoma. However, so...

Keywords: Glaucoma; Inexpensive; Non-Invasive

Published: 2020-11-05

The Media Construction of the Stereotypes that form the “Stigmatizing Final Intervention”

The article focuses on the role of the media in aggravating institutional actions that yield to stereotypes that &ldquo;naturalize&rdquo; a criminal profile. Th...

Keywords: <p>Criminology; Media; Crime; Stereotypes; Criminal intervention</p>

Assessment of Indigenous Knowledge of Medicinal Plants Practice in Makhado Local Municipality, Limpopo Province

Medicinal plants are an important source of indigenous medical systems in South Africa and across the globe. The study aimed to investigate medicinal plants use...

Keywords: Medicinal Plants; Ethnobotanical survey; Indigenous Knowledge System

Published: 2020-10-31

Testament in Dentistry - Savior in Medico-Legal Claims

The documentation of patients connected details/issues is of preponderant importance in observe of medicine. Well maintained dental records serves its applicat...

Keywords: Legal claims; Dentistry; Medical Procedure

Published: 2020-10-30

Evaluate the Effectiveness of Pongamia Pinnata Seed Powder Onpityriasis Versicolor (Themal)

A single blind comparative clinical study was done in order to evaluate the effectiveness of an external application of ointment which was prepared from seed po...

Keywords: Themal; Ptyriasis Versicolor; Pongamia Pinnata

Ceramics in Dentistry

Ceramics have been used widely used as restorative materials in dentistry because of their chemical stability, excellent mechanical properties, and superior bio...

Keywords: Nanomaterials; Ceramics; Dentistry; Dental Prosthesis; Composites; Manufacturing; 3D Printing

Auriculotherapy in the Treatment of Smoking: A Possible Approach?

Auriculotherapy is part of a set of therapeutic techniques based on the precepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and promotes the psycho-organic regulati...

Keywords: Auriculotherapy; Nicotine; Smoking

Published: 2020-10-22

Progress on Human Coronavirus and Antiviral Drugs

1. Abstract Coronavirus (CoV) mainly causes local infection in birds and mammals, in recent decades, there is evidence that it can infect humans. Highly pathog...

Keywords: <p>Coronavirus; Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome; Middle East respiratory Syndrome; Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus-2; Epidemiology; Immunology; Clinical Treatment; Remdesivir; Cyclosporine A</p>

The Homeopathic Treatment of Traumatised Woman

After giving an overview about violence against women and the effects of sexual violence I continue talking about the homeopathic treatment of effects of acute ...

Keywords: Homeopathic Treatment; Traumatised Woman; Posttraumatic Stress

Published: 2020-10-19

Predictors of Pre -Diabetes among Adults above 18 Years in Myanmar: A Community Based Cross-Sectional Study

1. Abstract&nbsp; 1.1. Introduction: The epidemic of prediabetes is one of the most devastating public health challenges in 21st century, especially for lower ...

Keywords: <p>Prediabetes; Diabetes Mellitus; Daily tobacco use; Daily alcohol use&nbsp;</p>

Published: 2020-10-17

Treatment of Transient Hyperammonaemia of Prematurity in a Poor-Resourced Setting during COVID 19 Lockdown: Case Report and Literature Review

Transient hyperammonaemia of prematurity is one of inborn errors of metabolism that is not very uncommon. Such diseases need specialization in genetics and meta...

Keywords: Preterm Infant; Transient Hyperammonaemia; Poor Resources; Lack of The Specific Treatment

Impact of Using Telehealth to Improve Maternal Outcomes during Pandemic COVID-19

Implementation of telehealth and telehealth during COVID-19 pandemic have become crucial to ensure the safe antenatal and delivery A developing country with rel...

Keywords: <p>Tele Health; Maternity; Nursing Care; COVID19</p>