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Lower Urinary Tract Infections among Patients Diagnosed of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia in Federal Medical Centre, Bida, North Central, Nigeria

O. A. Akobi, H. E. Inyinbor, E. C. Akobi, E. G. Emumwen, S. O. Ogedengbe, E. O. Uzoigwe, R. O. Abayomi, E. F. Emumwen & O. V. Nwala · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Objective: This study was aimed to identify the aetiology of bacteria associated with Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) and to determine the antimicrobial susceptibility pattern of the isolated organisms in the community. Study Design: Data were obtained from Medical Microbiology...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23744

Biodegradation of Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide and Methylparaben in Shampoo and Hair Dressing Salon Waste Using Bacteria Isolated from Sewage Treatment Sludge

P. U. Onuche, F. G. Okibe & V. O. Ajibola · Archives of Current Research International · 2016

The present study investigated the biodegradation of Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) and Methyl paraben (MP) both in Shampoo and hair dressing salon waste using bacteria isolated from Sewage treatment sludge. The biodegradation was carried out according to the OECD Guidelin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2016/25278

Study of Thyroid Dysfunction in Association with Infertility

Padmini Prakash Habbu & Abdul Kayyum Shaikh · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

Aims: To evaluate the relation of female infertility to thyroid dysfunction. Study Design: This is a descriptive, hospital-based study. Place and Duration of Study: The present study was carried out in the department of Biochemistry in collaboration with the Gynae and Obst depart...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/24926

Effect of Different Storage Condition on pH and Vitamin C Content in Some Selected Fruit Juices (Pineapple, Pawpaw and Watermelon)

Muhammad Auwal Ibrahim · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

This research work was carried out to determine the suitable storage condition of fruit juices that will effectively retain their vitamin C content and pH level. Three different samples of fruits were processed into their respective juices, they were then analyzed to determine th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/23462

The Effects of Aqueous and Ethanolic Extracts of Vitex doniana Leaf on Postprandial Blood Sugar Concentration in Wister Rats

O. E. Yakubu, O. F. C. Nwodo, S. M. C. Udeh & M. Abdulrahman · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

In this study, the effects of the leaves of V. doniana aqueous and ethanolic extracts on postprandial blood glucose was analyzed. In the first experiment, 25 Wistar albino rats were divided into 5 groups of 5 rats each. Treatment was carried out orally for one day. Overnight fast...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/12893

Influences of Some Preceding Winter Crops and Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates on Yield and Quality of Intercropped Maize with Cowpea

Sherif I. Abdel-Wahab, Wael M. El Sayed & Amal M. El Manzlawy · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2016

A field study was conducted in Mallawi Agricultural Experiments and Research Station, Agricultural Research Center (ARC), El-Minia governorate, Egypt to decrease mineral nitrogen (N) inputs of maize with good yield quality and increase farmers' benefit. Local maize cultivar T.W.C...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJEA/2016/24385

Detection of Prethrombin 1 in Human Blood Plasma

Dar’ya Korolova, Volodymyr Chernyshenko, Tetiana Platonova, Tamara Chernyshenko & Eduard Lugovskoy · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2016

Background: Prethrombin 1 is one of prothrombin derivatives which appears in the presence of thrombin in vitro. However, existence of prethrombin 1 in vivo remained questionable. The aim of present work was to detect of prethrombin 1 in vivo at abdominal aortic aneurysm, hip repl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IBRR/2016/24683

Molecular Characterization and Haemolysis of Bacteria Associated with Tilapia zilli from Ijaka-Oke Location on Yewa River

O. O. Oyelakin, A. A. Akinyemi, J. K. Ekelemu, A. R. Oloyede & B. O. Abiona · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2016

Fishes are a source of animal protein, rich in minerals, amino acids, and essential fatty acids. Fishes can be confronted with microbial contamination in their natural habitat and their transformation products can be a source of microbial infections and food poisoning. In the nat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJEA/2016/19984

Analysis of Electron Correlation in the Modified Single-band Hubbard Model

Edison A. Enaibe, Akpata Erhieyovwe & Nelson Nenuwe · Physical Science International Journal · 2016

The major characteristic of the single-band Hubbard model (HM) is to redistribute electrons at a uniform lattice separation distance within the molecular lattice. Hence, it is only linearly dependent on lattice separations distance. Thus the single-band Hubbard model does not con...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/PSIJ/2016/24969

Cardiac Cells in Regenerative Processes in Patients with Heart Failure Due to Ischaemic Heart Disease

O. V. Stepanova, T. G. Kulikova, M. P. Valikhov, R. A. Poltavtseva, A. A. Shiryaev, V. P. Masenko, V. P. Chekhonin & G. T. Sukhikh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: This study aimed to find the cardiac cells which can participate in the processes of regeneration at patients with heart failure due to ischaemic heart disease. To investigate the participation of myosin activating protein kinases in sarcomerogenesis, because sarcomerogenes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23962

Effects of Preoperative Honey Drink on Gastric Content, Perioperative Discomfort and Insulin Resistance in Patients Undergoing Open Colorectal Surgery a Randomized, Controlled Trial

Sudiyatmo ., M. Iqbal Rivai, Nasman Puar & Nur Indrawaty Lipoeto · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background and Aims: Preoperative fasting and surgery cause uncomfortable condition, metabolic stress and insulin resistance for the patient. A recent study in colorectal patients indicates that even small elevations of insulin resistance increase the risk of complications. Preop...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24374

Synergism of Malnutrition, Inflammation and Fluid Load in the Development of Atherogenesis in Uremic Patients Undergoing Peritoneal Dialysis

Damir Rebic, Senija Rasic, Velma Rebic & Vedad Herenda · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Objective: Approximately 50% of end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients lose their lives as a consequence of cardiovascular diseases due to accelerated atherosclerosis. The objectives of this study were to investigate the synergistic effect between nutritional status, inflammatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24627

Plasma Fibrinogen in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease – A Cross Sectional Study Conducted in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Puducherry, India

Bency K. Thomas & S. Yuvarajan · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a systemic disorder rather than a respiratory disease. A significant complication that COPD can lead to a hypercoagulable state, which can lead to life-threatening diseases like Ischemic heart disease, deep vein thrombos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24549

Correlation between Academic and Psychomotor Skills Performances of Dental Students in Complete Denture Prosthodontics

A. O. Arigbede · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: This study was designed to determine if there is correlation between academic performance of students in complete denture prosthodontics and psychomotor skills for record blocks fabrication/complete denture teeth set up. Study Design: It was a cross-sectional study conducte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24775

Airborne Weed Pollen in Relation to Allergic Rhinitis in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Syed M. Hasnain, Alanoud Alqassim, Abdullah Saad Al-Modaihsh, Mohamed O. Mahjoub & Abdulrahman Al-Frayh · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: The study was conducted to investigate the frequently encountered allergenic pollen grains in the environment of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as well as to determine their seasonal and annual growth pattern in the region. Study Design: Volumetric air sampling of two City sites with...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24644