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Isolation of Lactobacillus Acidophilus with A High Acid-Producing Capacity and Its Common Characteristics
Abstract: Some strains of lactobacilli like spore Lactobacillus offer good merits in normalizing intestinal micro biota, resisting selectively to intestinal pathogens, exerting resistance to heat, acid and antibiotics, and are of good storage stability. This research work has been conducted in order to isolate a certain strain of Lactobacillus that offers high resistance to the gastric acid, bile and pathogens, and mutualistic symbiosis with useful intestinal microbes, and identifying its characteristics …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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To Study the Effects of CIMT (Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy) Vs. GRASP (Graded Repetitive Arm Supplementary Program) Training in Improvement of Arm and Hand Function in Chronic Stroke Patients: A Comparative Study
Abstract: Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and inpatient rehabilitation admissions. An estimated 70% of the patients who survive a stroke are unable to use their limbs (UE/LL) independently during the first 3 to 4 weeks post stroke. Patients, who have suffered a stroke, experience loss, uncertainty, and social isolation, as stroke represents a sudden, overwhelming, and fundamental change for the survivor. Personal control over progress, optimism, and fears …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Retrieval of nouns and verbs in Persons with Aphasia
Abstract: A grammatically correct sentence is comprised of two parts, a subject (noun or pronoun) and a predicate (verb). The noun represents the names of a particular person, place or thing. The verb, on the other hand, represents actions, states, processes or relations. Nouns and verbs, differ in the linguistic dimensions, such as word frequency, imageabilty, and lexical semantic variables. These varying dimensions have been explored in individuals with Aphasia and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Correlation of Genetic and Clinical Perspective of Becker’s Muscular Dystrophy
Abstract: Patients from neurogenetic clinic on the basis of clinical features, elevated serum CPK level and electromyographic features were recruited for the study. Molecular genetic testing was performed by Multiplex Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) technique. A total of 60 patients were recruited in this study out of which 36 patients had deletion and 24 patients had no deletion. Our data showed that there is no correlation between clinical severity/laboratory findings and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 33–37 Read article
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Level of Stress and Associated Factors among Nursing Students
Abstract: Stress has been identified as a 20th century disorder and has been viewed as a dynamic transaction between individuals and their environment. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted at a nursing college of a North Indian city to assess the level of stress and factors associated with stress among nursing students. The data was collected by using perceived stress scale and self-structured checklist on the stress factors for assessing the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Diagnostic and Treatment Factors in the Relationship of Co-occurring Bipolar Disorder and Diabetes
Abstract: From an epidemiological standpoint, bipolar disorder and diabetes (Type II diabetes mellitus) exhibits high prevalence and universal distribution, found in men and women of all ages, races, ethnicities, cultures, and socioeconomic groups. Bipolar disorder and diabetes often present as co-occurring medical conditions along with characteristic metabolic, neurochemical, and neuroanatomical changes. The co-occurring conditions are associated with the increased morbidity, chronicity, lower treatment response, and premature mortality. Risk factors for these …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Level of Adherence to Hypertension Treatment Using Morisky Medication Adherence Scale, Mekelle, Ethiopia
Abstract: Hypertension is defined as a systolic blood pressure greater than 140 mm Hg and a diastolic blood pressure greater than 90 mmHg over a sustained period, based on the average of two or more blood pressure measurements taken in two or more contacts with the health care provider after initial screening. Hypertension treatment is many sided, requiring enduring adherence for anti-hypertension medications and lifestyle instructions as well. Lots of factors …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Marijuana
Abstract: Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) has both negative and positive attributes. Those with OCD find themselves genetically endowed with traits that will help them succeed in life--creativity, a sense of detail/symmetry, tenacious motivation, and a propensity for achievement in the arts, writing, and education. Without one major caveat though, OCD would be a strong quality for general success--the life of one with OCD may be overly complex and mentally tortuous. In this …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Assessment of Modern Contraceptive Utilization and Factors Associated Among Married Women of Reproductive Age Group at Mekelle City, North Ethiopia in August 2013
Abstract: Ethiopia is the second most populous nation in Africa. Its population has increased nearly seven times from 11.8 million at the beginning of the 20th century to about 80 million today. Where, only 27% in reproductive age groups are currently using modern contraceptive and number of factors could affect for effective use of modern contraception. But, still evidence showed that, as there is high maternal mortality and unwanted pregnancy. However, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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A Literature Review on Therapeutic Approaches towards Pick’s Neurodegenerative Diseases
Abstract: Pick’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disease often confused with Alzheimer’s and which causes an irreversible decline in the body functioning of a person. The major purpose of this review is to make a study on the current trends and future scopes for the chemotherapeutic therapies which can be used for the treatment of the Pick’s Diseases. Keywords: Pick’s Diseases, Neurodegenerative Diseases, Alzheimer’s Diseases Cite this ArticleK. Gaurav. A Literature Review …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Fulminant Spinal Epidural Abscess with Gas
Abstract: Spinal epidural abscess is a medical emergency and is usually secondary to hematogenous spread. The primary focus in most cases is skin or soft tissue and is often associated with vertebral osteomyelitis and paraspinal abscess. The most common predisposing factor is diabetes. Other factors include immunosuppression, spinal surgery or trauma. Epidural abscess with gas is much rarer. We report the case of a 49-year-old diabetic lady with pararenal, paraspinal and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Prevalence of Perceived Stigma and Associated Factors among People with Epilepsy in Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia, 2019
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Epilepsy is defined as the most common, chronic, noninfectious neurologic disease that attacks around fifty up to sixty-nine million peoples without any age, sex, religion, ethnicity boundaries. Stigma is typically a practiced or predicted social system, characterized by exclusion or rejection of a person or group. Now a day perceived stigma among people with epilepsy become public health problems in the world. Perceived stigma in epileptic patients affects many …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–35 Read article
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The Fluctuation of Blood Glucose Level in Stroke Patients without History of Diabetes Mellitus: Relationship with its Outcome
Abstract: Purpose: In the present study we aimed at evaluating the fluctuation of fasting glucose levels and analyzing its relationship with outcomes in nondiabetic patients with ischemic stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage. Methods: We conducted a prospective study involving 316 nondiabetic patients (225 male, 91 female) with hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke, who were admitted to the Pyongyang University of Medical Sciences Hospital, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea from April 2017 to December …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Triple Negative Breast Cancer—Pattern of Recurrence and Survival: A Single Institute Experience
Abstract: Triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) is a distinct biological entity and recent data shows it as a heterogeneous group with at least 6 subtypes with differences in clinical outcome.This study intends to analyze the prevalence, recurrence pattern and outcome of triple negative breast cancer in our patient cohort.We reviewed the outcomes of 244 consecutive triple negative non-metastatic breast cancer patients who were treated with a radical intent from Jan 2004 …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 5–8 Read article
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Sentinel Node Mapping in Endometrial Cancer with Radioactive Colloid Injection: A Feasibility Study
Abstract: Role of lymphadenectomy in endometrial cancer is a much-debated one. Sentinel node mapping procedure attempts to minimize the morbidity of lymphadenectomy while providing the required prognostic information. In this study, we are attempting to detect the feasibility of SLN detection in early endometrial cancer by using radioactive technetium colloid injection. This is a prospective non-randomized single-institution study where patients with apparently early endometrial cancer without enlarged lymph nodes underwent preoperative …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 13–16 Read article
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Explore the Level of Awareness, Perception and Utilization of Pressure Ulcer Prevention among Health Professionals, Ayder Referral Hospital, 2013
Abstract: Pressure ulcer can have a major impact on both the individual and health care system and produce a significant burden on patients, relatives and caregivers like that of increased distress, increased pain, unable to return to normal life functions, reduced quality of life, increased risk of infections, increased mortality risk etc. The objective of the study was to determine the level awareness, perception and practice towards pressure ulcer prevention among …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Practice of Breast Self-Examination among Female Health Care Professionals in Maichew Town Health Facilities, Tigray, Ethiopia: Institution Based Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract: Breast cancer is among the major life-threatening public health concerns and its incidence is increasing worldwide. Breast self-exam (BSE) is commendation for all women starting in their 20s to know how their breasts normally look and feel like and to notice any changes occur. They should be told about its benefits and limitations too. It is an important procedure in the early detection of breast cancer. It is estimated that …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 30–37 Read article
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Ewing’s Sarcoma (ES): A Single Centre Retrospective Study
Abstract: The treatment of Ewing’s sarcoma (ES), which is thought to be derived from primitive mesenchymal cells, involves chemotherapy, surgery and radiotherapy. While there is ample data in the world literature showing drastic changes in outcome of this disease, prognosis in Indian patients is largely unknown due to dearth of studies in our setting. The objective of the present study was to study the clinical, pathologic, cytogenetic profile and outcome of …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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The Risk of Second Malignant Tumors after Definitive Treatment of Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma: Three Case Reports and Literature Review
Abstract: Introduction: Patients with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) have an increased incidence of developing second malignant tumors (SMTs). This may possibly be explained by the concept of “field cancerization” or “condemned mucosa syndrome”, implying the importance of other risk factors like smoking, alcohol consumption, genetic factors and viral infections. However, risk factors for SMTs have not been documented well, especially in nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC). Objective: Evaluate the presence …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 15–20 Read article
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A Case with T-Cell Large Granular Lymphocyte Leukemia Accompanied with Persistent neutropenia without Anemia and Thrombocytopenia
Abstract: AbstractWe report a case of T-cell large granular lymphocyte (T-LGL) leukemia accompanied with persistent neutropenia without anemia and thrombocytopenia. A 47-year-old man was diagnosed as T-cell large granular lymphocyte leukemia by clinical feature, a persistent increase in the number of peripheral blood large granular lymphocyte and immune his to chemical analysis. He had the recurrent aphthous stomatitis persisting for more than 1 year. He showed neither lymph node swelling and …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–28 Read article