Research Article

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Chronic graft-versus-host disease (cGVHD)is a late immune-mediated, and sometimes a severe complication of patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation. It is a multisystemic inflammatory disease with variable degree of fibrosis, mainly at cutaneous and often-overlooked musculoskeletal level, which entails a negative impact on the quality of life and physical function of …

Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease: An Update on the Clinical Characterization and Diagnostic Assessment of Cutaneous and Articular Sclerotic Forms Read More »

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: Despite many critical voices regarding its efficacy and safety, digoxin may still have a role in the management of heart failure. The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a short course digoxin therapy started in the emergency department based on clinical outcome after 30 days …

Short Course Oral Digoxin Treatment in Acute Decompensated Heart Failure: A Case Control Study Read More »

1. Abstract We presented a case of preterm infant with bilateral colonic inguinal hernia, which was diagnosed radiologically by the initial plain radiograph and subsequent lower gastrointestinal (LGI) study by contrast enema.

1. Abstract Prophylaxis is not only about wearing masks and vaccines, because no vaccine can guarantee 100% immunity to infection. The best vaccines, based on statistical data from previous years, guarantee approximately 55% certainty of not being infected with a bacterial, viral or fungal infection.

1. Abstract 1.1. Objectives: Corticosteroid are commonly used for the man­agement of vasogenic edema and increased intracranial pressure in patients with brain tumors. The purpose of this study was to investigate postoperative and persistent hyperglycemia in patients with brain tumors treated with corticosteroid.

1. Abstract Carcinosarcoma of the parotid gland is a rare and aggressive malignant mixed tumor in which carcinomatous and sarcomatous elements coexist and metastasize together. The tumor may occur in patients with previous or coexisting pleomorphic adenoma or may arise de novo of the parotid gland.

1. Abstract 1.1. Introduction: Chlorine is a yellow-green gas at room temperature. It is an extremely reactive element and a strong oxidizing agent. It has intermediate water solubility and it can cause acute damage to upper and lower respiratory tract.

1. Abstract 1.1. Aims The identification of tumor-specific DNA methylation patterns in epithelial colorectal cells in feces has emerged as a novel and noninvasive screening method for colorectal cancer (CRC) and precancerous lesions. Our study investigates a new panel of DNA methylation biomarkers with high sensitivity and specificity for the early screening of CRC and …

A New Panel of DNA Methylation Biomarkers for Screening Colorectal Cancer and Precancerous Lesions in a Chinese Population Read More »

1. Abstract 1.1. Background: The COVID-19 epidemic has adversely affected health systems globally, with some on the verge of collapse, as countries experienced the second wave of the pandemic. Millions of people have died from the pandemic, particularly the elderly and those with comorbidities. COVID-19 infections are also increasing at an alarming rate, with South …

Medical Schemes and COVID-19 Related Mortality – South Africa: An Explorative Study Read More »