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Aetiology-based Survey Study on Diabetes Mellitus Exploring Diet (Aahar) and Lifestyle (Vihaar) Patterns: An Ayurveda Prospective
Abstract: Introduction: With drastic changes in life-style, dietetic habits, increased industrialization, and pollution; global population of 21st century is being affected with various kinds of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)/Life Style Diseases (LSDs), thereby posing a leading threat to human health. Among such NCDs, Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is an important entity and India leads the world with largest number of diabetics, earning the dubious distinction of the Diabetic Capital of the World. Nevertheless, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 8–21 Read article
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Partograph Utilization and Associated Factors among Graduating Health Professional Students in Asella Referral and Teaching Hospital, Ethiopia, 2016
Abstract: Background: Outcome of labor and delivery are unpredictable events, which if not monitored properly can result in a maternal and fatal mortality and morbidity. The World Health Organization (WHO) promotes the use of the partograph to monitor and improve the management of labor and to support decision-making regarding interventions.Objective: This study aimed to assess proper utilization of partograph and its associated factors.Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 127 participants …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–18 Read article
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Voluntary Blood Donation, Future Willingness and Associated Factors Among Attendants of Obstetrics and Gynecology Patients in JIMA University Specialized Hospital, Oromia region, Ethiopia, 2015
Abstract: Background: Hemorrhage is the major cause of maternal death worldwide. This problem is more prevalent in developing countries including Ethiopia. Therefore, availability of adequate blood supply and timely transfusion has paramount importance in reducing maternal deaths. In this aspect, assessing practice, future willingness and associated factors towards voluntary blood donation among attendants can contribute in alleviating the scarcity of blood for transfusion.Objective: To assess voluntary blood donation, future willingness and …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Practice of Breast Self-Examination and Associated Factors among Female Nurses of Hawassa University Comprehensive and Specialized Hospital, South Ethiopia, 2018
Abstract: Background: Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. The aim of this study was to assess practice of breast self-examination and associated factors among nurses. Methods: A hospital based descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted from March to April 2018 on a sample of 180 female nurses. Pretested and structured questionnaire was used to collect the data. Data entry was done using EPI Info 3.5.4 and exported to …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Prevalence and Treatment Outcome of Burn Injury among Pediatric Patients Attending Pediatric Emergency OPD of Hawassa University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Hawassa, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Burn injury is one of the most common and devastating forms of trauma and a major health problem of pediatric morbidity and mortality worldwide resulting in substantial physical, psychological and economic loss. Burn-related injuries are a significant burden in children, particularly in low and middle-income countries (LMICs), where more than 90% of burn-related pediatric deaths occur [1]. The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence and treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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Presentation Delay in Breast Cancer Patients, Identifying the Barriers Among Women Receiving Breast Cancer Drugs at Hawassa University Comprehensive and Specialized Hospital, Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Breast cancer remains the most common cancer and most common cause of cancer-related mortality among women worldwide [1]. While incidence rates have historically been higher in the developed world, there has been a recent sharp increase in incidence and mortality in the developing world [2]. Objectives: The main purpose of this study was to assess the barriers resulting in delayed patient presentation to breast cancer care among women receiving …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Graphical Representation and Interpretation of Data of Height/Weight of a Sample of 100 Humans in Relation to their Age and Sex
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents recommendations for the analysis and presentation of height and weight data from surveillance or surveys involving age and sex in 100 human samples of variable ages. These recommendations are only for the analysis of data collected on a cross-sectional basis. The basic indices recommended are height for age and weight for height, each considered either in terms of centiles or in a cross-classification scheme using standard deviation …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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An Introduction to Proteome Bioinformatics
Abstract: For basic and translational research, high-throughput approaches are essential. Recent improvements in proteomics techniques, for example, have allowed biomedical researchers to characterise the proteome of a variety of creatures. Proteome bioinformatics approaches and technologies have greatly aided this extraordinary progress. The study and use of informatics in the realm of proteomics is known as proteome bioinformatics. This chapter presents an overview of the computational strategies, methodologies, and techniques for bioinformatics …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 7–9 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Oral Health among Secondary School Students in Mekelle Town, Tigray, Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Poor oral hygiene is a major risk factor for developing oral diseases such as tooth decay, gingivitis as well as periodontitis. It affects 3.9 billion people globally. Africa being one of the developing regions records significant prevalence of oral diseases. Oral disease occurs in 39 out of 46 countries in Africa. According to Word Health Organization estimation, in Ethiopia, 71% of the population is affected by oral health related …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 17–33 Read article
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An Intersection in the Age of Online Social Networking with Dental Professionalism—A Survey
Abstract: Background: Computers have become an integral component of Dentistry finding its application in patient care and Dental education. Objectives: The present study was conducted to assess the value and measures for the utilization of Internet services among Dental professionals practicing at Vellore, India. Introduction: Humans are living in the era of online technology in their whole lives. They prefer new media technologies and online learning. Method: In this analytical, cross-sectional …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Computed Tomography of Ameloblastoma
Abstract: This study was conducted on 20 patients with ameloblastoma, attending the department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Meenakshi Ammal Dental College, Chennai. After determining the presence of bone involvement in conventional radiographs, the patient was subjected to spiral CT in axial, coronal and saggital sections and 3D reconstruction was also done. Using the software provided, shaded surface 3D reconstruction of the images was made and the 3D findings were recorded. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 6–19 Read article
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Prevalence of Stippling in Attached Gingiva of Children: A Pilot Survey
Abstract: Stippling in attached gingiva is considered a sign of health. There are no reports on the prevalence of stippling in India. This study aims to describe the prevalence of gingival stippling in children aged between three and six years. The study is conducted as a pilot cross-sectional survey among residents of an Indian village. Participants included 125 children aged between three and six years that were clinically examined for the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2013 · pp. 20–21 Read article
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Prevalence of Dental Anxiety among Patients Visiting a Teaching Dental Hospital in Lucknow, India and Self-perceived Treatment Need
Abstract: The provocation of anxiety by dental treatment is a universal phenomenon. The present study aims to assess the prevalence of dental anxiety among patients visiting a teaching dental hospital in Lucknow, India and their self-perceived treatment needs. It is a questionnaire-based cross-sectional study carried out on patients visiting the various departments of Babu Banarasi Das College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Lucknow. The chi-square (χ2) test was used for comparison …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 36–42 Read article
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Malocclusions and Associated Factors among Children with Neuropsychological, Sensory and Physical Disabilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Abstract: Background: Malocclusions have negative impacts on oral health of children with disabilities. Knowledge on factors associated with malocclusions may help planning preventive measures, necessary for disabled children. The study objective was therefore to determine the prevalence of malocclusions and their associated factors among children with disabilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.Methods: It was a cross-sectional survey that involved 384 children with neuropsychological, sensory and physical disabilities in Dar es Salaam, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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Knowledge and awareness regarding primary teeth and their importance amongst postgraduate students of specialty other than pediatric dentistry in and around Vadodara city, India – A questionnaire survey
Abstract: AbstractPrimary teeth play an inevitable role in eating, phonetics, esthetics and also act as a spacemaintainer for permanent teeth. Therefore, their retention with a timely checkup and proper intervention due to caries is required till eruption of permanent teeth. This is to prevent the early tooth loss due to caries which is more frequent scenario. This is due to unawareness, ignorance and negligence amongst parents about children’s oral hygiene resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Perception of Nursing as a Career Choice among Natural Science Preparatory School Students in Hawassa City, South Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Nursing is a frontline of all aspects of human health and peaceful death. Studies suggest that early high school students’ perception of nursing as a career of choice directly or indirectly impacts the health industry. High school students are a pipeline for future nursing. High school students who understand nursing as a career choice in the future contribute a lot of things and retention the work area. Throughout our …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 14–22 Read article
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Risk of Malnutrition and Its Association with Economic Maintenance in Inpatients Older Adults at a University-Affiliated Hospital
Abstract: The demographic aging has led to an increase in the prevalence of malnutrition. Malnutrition risk (MR) is considered as a multifactorial condition associated with an increased morbi-mortality in older adults. The association between MR and socioeconomic factors as the form of economic maintenance (EM) is not yet clear in aged population. However, an effective strategy for the diagnosis of MR is the comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA). The aim of this …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Screening of Bone Mineral Density, Serum Calcium and Vitamin D Level in Hyperthyroid Females of North India
Abstract: Introduction: Osteoporosis is a disease which plays a role in causing fracture especially in females. Hormonal dysfunction may be one of the possible causes of osteoporosis. Hyperthyroidism has been known to increase the risk of fracture especially in women both pre- and postmenopausal. The relation between hyperthyroidism and bone mineral density (BMD) is still unclear. Therefore, the present study was carried out to assess the effects of hyperthyroidism on long …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 49–56 Read article
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Knowledge on Risk Factors of Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Associated Factors among Mothers attending MCH Clinic, Bansa Daye Primary Hospital, South Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Pelvic organ prolapse is a main gynaecological problem and admission in developing countries, including Ethiopia. It affects women’s day to day activities and quality of life. This study was conducted to assess knowledge on risk factors of pelvic organ prolapse and associated factors among mothers who attending MCH clinic, at Bansa Daye Primary Hospital, South Ethiopia. Methodology: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from April 1–30, 2018 among 408 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Association between Maternal Factors and Birth Weight of Children from a Selected Village of Anand District
Abstract: Birth weight of the child is an important predictor for neonatal and infant mortality and morbidity as well as for the nutritional status of the children. There are numerous factors such as maternal physiological, biological and socioeconomic factors leading to low birth weight. A community based cross sectional study was carried out to study the association between maternal factors and birth weight of the children. About 100 mothers were selected …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 21s–24s Read article