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Mineral Phosphate Solubilization in Burkholderia tropica Involves an Inducible PQQ-Glucose Dehydrogenase

Pamela Romina Bernabeu, Sabrina Soledad García, Gimena García Ferreyra, Verónica Inés Guidi, María Lina Galar, José Luis Boiardi & María Flavia Luna · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: The objective of this work was to provide knowledgement about the mechanism and regulation of the mineral phosphate solubilization in Burkholderia tropica. To this end, the expression of the direct extracellular oxidative pathway in B. tropica was studied using different cu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24405

The Effect of IP-10 Level and HLA-DP/DQ Polymorphisms on Response to Nucleoside/ Nucleotide Analogues Treatment among Hepatitis B Egyptian Patients

Amany Abdel-Kader Ghazy, Amel Gaber El-Sheredy, Khaled Mohei Al-Din, Mohammed Khatab & Zakia Ahmed Abdel-Rahman · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Background: The efficacy of anti-viral drugs used in treatment of HBV is high but these drugs are expensive, associated with many side effects and drug resistance has evolved. Thus selection of patients with the highest probability of response is essential for clinical practice....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24047

Ecological Niche of Some Wetland Microbes

A. O. Ajayi · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

This study was focused on identifying and characterizing the ecological microbial communities in soil samples from Akoko communities in Akoko South West Local Government area, and Akure, the State capital, Ondo State, Nigeria. Parameters such as soil temperature, pH, and some bio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24073

Chemotherapy Induced Skin Toxicities and Review of Literature

Chinmayee Priyadarshini, Jigyansa Mohapatra, Tapan Kumar Sahoo & Subhransu Sekhar Pattnaik · Journal of Cancer and Tumor International · 2016

Chemotherapeutic drugs have proven efficacy in the treatment of most of the cancers. Chemotherapy induced side effects are commonly seen in clinical oncology. Development of new chemotherapeutic drugs and various new protocols results in increase of many dermatological complicati...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JCTI/2016/22651

Meta-analysis of Trials Comparing Drug-eluting Stents with Bare Metal Stents: Safety and Efficacy

Hussein Rayatzadeh, Ali Reza Khoshdel, Sam Chitsaz, Ali Pasha Meysamie & Jamshid Bagheri · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Effects of drug-eluting stents (DESs) on clinical outcomes as well as stent thrombosis are still under debate. Methods: Our meta-analysis included 26 randomized trials comparing DESs with bare metal stents (BMSs). The endpoints analyzed were all-cause mortality, cardi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24622

A Rare Case of Acquired Axillary Cystic Hygroma in an Adult Patient

K. M. Rajyaguru, Ahmad Zakuan, Fazil Ibrahim & Shabbar Husain Abbas · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

A case of cystic hygroma was found in an adult male patient of 43 -year- age in the left axilla, which was non-tender cystic mass (57 x 40 x 49 mm) filled with haemorrhagic blood. It was successfully removed surgically without any complications. Being very rare presentation in th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24429

An Unpleasant Result of Imprecision: Esophageal Corrosive Injury Due to the Oral Intake of 10% Benzalkonium Chloride

Mervan Bekdas, Serkan Ozturk, Buket Kara, Seher Acar & Hulya Ozturk · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Benzalkonium chloride is a skin antiseptic agent. It should be diluted before usage for cleaning of mucosal membranes; otherwise it may result in severe damage on mucosa. Herein we will report a 2 months old baby who took 10% Benzalkonium chloride orally by an accident and conseq...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24389

Barriers to the Second Eye Cataract Surgery Amongst the Rural Population of Western Maharashtra, India

Shruti Mahajan & Somen Misra · Ophthalmology Research: An International Journal · 2016

Aim: To identify the barriers which prevent the uptake for the second eye cataract surgery (SECS), amongst the rural population. Study Design: A hospital based observational study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Ophthalmology, Pravara institute of medical sciences, Lo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/OR/2016/24946

Paraganglioma of Carotid Body: A Case Report

Hüseyin Pülat, Oktay Karaköse, Ismail Zihni, Kazım Çağlar Özçelik, Metin Çiriş, Huseyin Eken & Hasan Erol Eroğlu · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Paraganglioma occur from the paraganglionic stems of the autonomic nervous system. They develop from the carotid body and are known as carotid body tumours. These are sporadic, rare vascular lesions showing genetic transfer. Although they are generally benign and have a slow cour...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23842

The Effect of Lithium Disilicate Glass-Ceramic Core Thickness on Fracture Thickness of All-ceramic Restorations

Ezzato 'llah Jalalian, Amirali Shirian, Esmat Jafarpour, Mona Hajighadimi & Farin Shamshirgar · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Statement of the Problem: Fracture strength is fundamental for the long-term success and clinical service of all-ceramic restorations. Core thickness is an important factor affecting fracture strength. Purpose: The main objective of this study was to assess and compare the fractu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/23493

Exploration of the Causes of Musculoskeletal Injuries of Different Age Groups in Local Society

S. Shetewi, B. Z. Shakhreet, S. Jastaniah, K. Khashoggi & R. Jastaniah · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: To study the types of all possible injuries in different age groups and its prevalence in the Saudi society, especially in the city of Jeddah and its causes. Study Design:  A prospective study with a special questionnaire to collect data. Place and Duration of Study: Depart...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24971

Profound Study for Functions of Antimicrobial Peptides in Prevention of Oral Disease

Mohamad Sadek Alalwani, Mohamed Yasser Kharma & Ghassan Aws · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) have a widespread distribution in human body and have antimicrobial activity against microorganisms with wide-range class of host-defense molecules.  These are small cationic peptides that play an important role in the development of innate immunity...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/24528

Effect of Sodium Hydroxide Thickener on Grease Production

K. Ebisike, B. E. Attah Daniel, M. N. Anakaa, H. M. Kefas & S. O. O. Olusunle · Chemical Science International Journal · 2016

Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) was used to produce grease from spent engine oil. A study of the unworked penetration, viscosity, and dropping point of the grease were analyzed under different temperature ranges, from 30°C to 60°C. The grease produced was of Brown colour on physical obse...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACSJ/2016/20624

Knowledge and Use of Personal Protective Equipment among Auto Technicians in Uyo, Nigeria

Ofonime E. Johnson & Oluseyi O. Motilewa · Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science · 2016

Background: Personal protective equipment (PPE) plays a very important role in minimizing exposure to workplace hazards among automobile technicians. This study was carried out to determine the knowledge and use of PPE among auto technicians in Uyo, Nigeria. Materials and Methods...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJESBS/2016/24546

Investigation of an Outbreak of Acute Methanol Poisoning in a Southwest State of Nigeria

Dayo Adeyanju, Akinola Ayoola Fatiregun, Olubowale Ekundare-Famiyesin, Pascal Mkanda, Rui Miguel Vaz, Elvis Isere, Elizabeth Adedire, Adefisoye Adewole, Oluwapelumi Fadahunsi, Michael Oguntoye, Kayode Ojo, Akinyode Akinfemi, Maureen Anyanwu & Patrick Nguku · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2016

Aims: An outbreak of sudden deaths with clinical features suggestive of acute methanol poisoning was reported. An epidemiological investigation was conducted to verify the diagnosis and identify risk factors. Methodology: A joint team of officials of the Ondo State Ministry of He...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJTDH/2016/24464