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Colistin And Antimicrobial Resistance Among Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated From Poultry In West Bank, Palestine, Mohammad Qadi, Rasha Khayyat, Safaa Alhato, Abdelraouf A. Elmanama, Ashraf R. Zayed, Muna M. Abbas, Maysa Daqqa, Faizeh Hussein, Ahmed Mousa
Colistin And Antimicrobial Resistance Among Gram-Negative Bacteria Isolated From Poultry In West Bank, Palestine, Mohammad Qadi, Rasha Khayyat, Safaa Alhato, Abdelraouf A. Elmanama, Ashraf R. Zayed, Muna M. Abbas, Maysa Daqqa, Faizeh Hussein, Ahmed Mousa
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: The escalating incidence of antimicrobial resistance in Gram-negative bacteria has elicited worldwide apprehension owing to its profound ramifications, such as the emergence of infections that cannot be effectively treated and may result in mortality. The poultry industry is of significant concern due to its substantial utilization of antimicrobials, including those regarded as last-resort therapies for complex multi-drug resistant Gram-negative infections. Methods: A comprehensive collection of ninety cloacal swabs was undertaken from a diverse range of thirty poultry farms located within the Nablus governorate during the period spanning from March to June in the year 2019. The swabs, specifically collected …
Dereplication Study And Pharmacological Potentials Of Phytochemical Constituents Of Nigerian Propolis From Umudike, Sylvester N. Ugariogu, Stephanie A. Ezirim, Ijeoma A. Duru, Samya S. Alenezi, Anyam John V., Igoli John O.
Dereplication Study And Pharmacological Potentials Of Phytochemical Constituents Of Nigerian Propolis From Umudike, Sylvester N. Ugariogu, Stephanie A. Ezirim, Ijeoma A. Duru, Samya S. Alenezi, Anyam John V., Igoli John O.
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Liquid chromatography-mass spectroscopy (LC-MS) was used to detect the phytochemicals present in the extracts of propolis from Umudike. The dereplication study of the hexane and ethyl acetate extracts of green, brown and red propolis samples from a hive in Umudike Umuahia Nigeria were studied using MestReNova software. About 31 compounds previously reported from Africa propolis were detected. The results revealed the presence of 23compounds were found in the ethyl acetate extract of the brown propolis, while 20 were detected in both the ethyl acetate extract of the green and red propolis. The hexane extract of the brown propolis showed 20 …
Antioxidative And Antidiabetic Investigations Of The Aqueous Extract Of Pelargonium Graveolens Grown In Palestine, Belal Rahhal, Maysa`A Radwan, Yasmeen Edili
Antioxidative And Antidiabetic Investigations Of The Aqueous Extract Of Pelargonium Graveolens Grown In Palestine, Belal Rahhal, Maysa`A Radwan, Yasmeen Edili
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Plants have been used for many healing aims since outdated times, and to this day, many essential pharmaceutical dosage forms originated from herbal products. The utilization of herbal products recognized by therapeutic agents in modern healthcare systems has increased over the past two decades. The present biological screening study employed reference methods to estimate Pelargonium graveolens four extracts from the Nablus governorate in Palestine. The outcomes affirmed that the four extracts of the P. graveolens plant have potent antioxidant activity compared with Trolox. The aqueous extract has very potent activity, followed by acetone extract in comparison with Trolox (((s)-(-)-6 …
A Bibliometric Analysis Of Cannabis-Related Research From 2010 To 2022, Chaimae Haboubi, Yahya El Hammoudani, Nidal Jaradat, Shehde Jodeh, Khadija Haboubi, Fouad Dimane
A Bibliometric Analysis Of Cannabis-Related Research From 2010 To 2022, Chaimae Haboubi, Yahya El Hammoudani, Nidal Jaradat, Shehde Jodeh, Khadija Haboubi, Fouad Dimane
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Cannabis plant cultivation was prohibited for a period, but in recent times, there has been a shift in its perception. It is now being researched extensively to identify the best methods for its utilization. This article provides a bibliometric review of studies related to cannabis. Bibliometric analysis is a widely used technique for analyzing large volumes of scientific data. For this study, 3,761 documents were collected from the popular Scopus database, published between 2010 and 2022. The collected data was analyzed using the "Bibliometrics" package in the R programming language. "Biblioshiny" and "Vosviewer" were employed to visualize the results. The …
Psychological Preparedness And Resilience Of Palestinians' University Staff During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Online Survey, Nizar B. Said, Mohammed Hayek, Adnan L. Sarhan, Jamal Qaddumi, Fadi Zaben, Aidah Alkaissi, Aseel Alsayed, Hammoda Abu-Odah
Psychological Preparedness And Resilience Of Palestinians' University Staff During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Online Survey, Nizar B. Said, Mohammed Hayek, Adnan L. Sarhan, Jamal Qaddumi, Fadi Zaben, Aidah Alkaissi, Aseel Alsayed, Hammoda Abu-Odah
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed a significant threat to the worldwide population. Although several studies have been conducted targeting the diverse population, such as healthcare professionals and students, no study available to date sheds light on the academic and administrative staff who have experienced stress due to daily academic activities, such as using online platforms for teaching and learning. Objectives: This study aims to investigate the resilience and psychological preparedness of Palestinian university staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: A cross-sectional online survey mode was applied. A convenience sampling was used to present academic and administrative university staff in …
Menopausal Symptoms And Quality Of Life Among Palestinian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study, Souad Belkebir, Lubna Saudi, Balqees Nassar, Noor Nabresi, Mohammad Abuawad
Menopausal Symptoms And Quality Of Life Among Palestinian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study, Souad Belkebir, Lubna Saudi, Balqees Nassar, Noor Nabresi, Mohammad Abuawad
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: Natural menopause is associated with somatic, vasomotor, psychological, and sexual complaints that may affect women's quality of life (QOL). Aims: To determine the prevalence and severity of menopausal symptoms and their impact on QoL among Palestinian women visiting primary care centers. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from November 2018 through March 2019. Convenience sampling was used to interview 380 women aged 45–60 years attending primary care centers in the West Bank city of Nablus. The Menopause Rating Scale (MRS) assessed the prevalence and severity of menopausal symptoms and QoL. Mean scores of menopausal categories were compared for different …
Synthesis, Characterization, Molecular Docking, And Preliminary Antimicrobial Evaluation Of Thiazolidinone Derivatives, Sarmad S. Hussein, Karima F. Ali, Fouad A. Al-Saady
Synthesis, Characterization, Molecular Docking, And Preliminary Antimicrobial Evaluation Of Thiazolidinone Derivatives, Sarmad S. Hussein, Karima F. Ali, Fouad A. Al-Saady
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Several derivatives carrying thiazolidine-4-one pharmacophore were prepared to evaluate their antimicrobial activities. The set of compounds were shown to possess potential activities as determined by molecular docking studies for both candidal (14-alpha demethylase) and bacterial enzymes (Penicillin binding protein of E. coli). In vitro antimicrobial activities were also performed to confirm the molecular docking results. Molecular characterization by spectral techniques (FT-IR, 13C NMR and 1H NMR) was carried out to confirm the identity of the synthesized compounds. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for antibacterial and anticandidal activity by comparing them with the reference drugs (positive controls) ceftriaxone …
Perception And Factors Associated With Patient Safety Culture In An Academic University Hospital In Palestine, Loai M. Zabin
Perception And Factors Associated With Patient Safety Culture In An Academic University Hospital In Palestine, Loai M. Zabin
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: Patient safety culture plays a pivotal role in enhancing care quality, preventing errors, promoting clinical outcomes, and reducing healthcare costs. It also helps minimize adverse events, increasing patient safety, and elevating the quality of medical care provided. This study aims to evaluate the perception of patient safety culture within a university hospital. It aims to examine the correlation between the demographic and workplace characteristics of the staff and their perceptions of patient safety culture. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study design was employed for this study. The Arabic version of the Hospital Survey of Patient Safety Culture (HSOPSC) v2.0 was …
Molecular And Physicochemical Studies Of Mrsa Resistant To Antibiotics: A Known Beyond, Himanshu Bhogekar, Ritesh P. Bhole, Pramod B. Khedekar, Rupesh V. Chikhale
Molecular And Physicochemical Studies Of Mrsa Resistant To Antibiotics: A Known Beyond, Himanshu Bhogekar, Ritesh P. Bhole, Pramod B. Khedekar, Rupesh V. Chikhale
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
As we see in the community, environment, and daily life, bacterial, microbial, and viral infection creates the severe problem. The medical field is continuously worried about the treatment of infections caused by the microorganism. Day by day, the microorganism in nature becomes stronger and gains more susceptibility to major infections. The researcher continuously works on the development of new antibiotic to break infectivity of the microorganism. But bacteria have the characteristic to adapt in a new environment by generating resistance. Many antibiotics since the discovery of penicillin work on the effects of bacteria for a short duration of time, and …
Head-To-Head Comparison Between Magnetic Resonance Imaging And Arthroscopy Findings For Ligamentous And Meniscal Knee Injuries: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study In Palestine, Zada Hamad, Ali Hewari, Aminah Birawi, Ahmed Awadghanem, Mazen Abdalla, Mohammad M. Jaber, Mosab Maree
Head-To-Head Comparison Between Magnetic Resonance Imaging And Arthroscopy Findings For Ligamentous And Meniscal Knee Injuries: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study In Palestine, Zada Hamad, Ali Hewari, Aminah Birawi, Ahmed Awadghanem, Mazen Abdalla, Mohammad M. Jaber, Mosab Maree
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: Traumatic knee injuries are widespread, especially among young adults; when a clinical exam suspects the diagnosis, it is evaluated by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and confirmed by arthroscopy. MRI is non-invasive and saves patients from potential general anesthesia and surgical site infection complications. We aim to assess the precision of ligamentous and meniscal injuries by MRI compared to the gold standard knee arthroscopy. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional observational study at An-Najah University Hospital (NNUH). Patients who underwent knee arthroscopic surgery and had preoperative MRIs were included in this study. The magnetic resonance and intraoperative findings during …
Factors Associated With Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice Of Exclusively Breastfeeding Palestinian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study, Ramzi Shawahna, Mohammad A. Jaber, Hatim Hijaz, Loaa Haj-Yehia, Nashwa Nserat, Nour Bana, Iyad Maqboul
Factors Associated With Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice Of Exclusively Breastfeeding Palestinian Women: A Cross-Sectional Study, Ramzi Shawahna, Mohammad A. Jaber, Hatim Hijaz, Loaa Haj-Yehia, Nashwa Nserat, Nour Bana, Iyad Maqboul
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
This study identified the factors associated with adequate knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusively breastfeeding women who visit maternity healthcare clinics in Palestine. This study was conducted in a cross-sectional design. A pre-tested questionnaire was used to collect the data. The women were recruited from different maternity care and primary healthcare clinics. In this study, 51 (51.0%) of the exclusively breastfeeding women reported that they did not receive counseling on breastfeeding from healthcare providers on the last visit to the maternity clinic before delivery, and 43 (43.0%) of the women reported that they did not receive counseling on breastfeeding from …
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention In Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery Stenosis Patients. A Retrospective Study From Palestine, Yunis Daralammouri, Hamza Hamayel, Raya Yassin, Ameer Kittaneh, Aya Asaly, Zaher Nazzal, Yahya Ismail
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention In Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery Stenosis Patients. A Retrospective Study From Palestine, Yunis Daralammouri, Hamza Hamayel, Raya Yassin, Ameer Kittaneh, Aya Asaly, Zaher Nazzal, Yahya Ismail
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Objective: The study aimed to assess the results of stenting in unprotected left main coronary artery disease (uLMCAD) at a tertiary hospital center. Methods: We assessed all patients who received stenting for uLMCAD, including stable patients who underwent elective, urgent, or emergent procedures. Data were gathered by reviewing hospital records and coronary angiograms and calculating SYNTAX scores. Patient follow-up was conducted via clinic visits and phone calls. Results: Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) was performed on seventy patients with uLMCAD, all of whom had successful revascularization. During their hospital stay, only one patient (1.4%) died from a noncardiac cause and no …
Prevalence And Associated Factors Of Smartphone Addiction Among Medical And Health Sciences University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study, Adnan Sarhan
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
In recent years, dependence on smartphones is seen to be the rise. Despite its numerous communicative affordances, past research suggests potential adverse effects when smartphones are over-used. The primary objective of this study was to estimate the prevalence of Smart Phone Addiction (SPA) as it connects to smartphone usage and associated factors among An-Najah medical and health sciences students in Palestine. A cross-sectional design and convenient sampling technique were used to select eligible students from different programs in the faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the An-Najah National University. Three hundred sixty-seven students were recruited. The Smartphone …
Illness Perceptions In Patients With Coronary Artery Disease In A Private Hospital In Malaysia, Ahmed Nouri, Jufine Majalu, Maha Aldraimly, Nahid A. Lamfon, Nourah Al Enazi, Manahel Alshaer, Reem Fahad Alanazi, Nouf Alanazi
Illness Perceptions In Patients With Coronary Artery Disease In A Private Hospital In Malaysia, Ahmed Nouri, Jufine Majalu, Maha Aldraimly, Nahid A. Lamfon, Nourah Al Enazi, Manahel Alshaer, Reem Fahad Alanazi, Nouf Alanazi
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: The prevalence of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) makes it a significant public health concern. Studies on illness perceptions have established a clear correlation between patients' beliefs and the outcomes of their recovery from various illnesses and risk factors. As a result, gaining a deeper understanding of patients' illness perceptions of CAD is imperative for nurses, as it enables them to provide more tailored education and interventions. This, in turn, can improve patient outcomes and reduce the overall burden of CAD. Aim: The study aims to determine the illness perceptions in patients with coronary artery disease in an …
Detection Of Entamoeba Species Among Amoeba Diagnosed Infection In Nablus District, Amjad Hussein, Sireen Hamad, Motasem Al-Masri, Abdel Fattah Hasan Hasan
Detection Of Entamoeba Species Among Amoeba Diagnosed Infection In Nablus District, Amjad Hussein, Sireen Hamad, Motasem Al-Masri, Abdel Fattah Hasan Hasan
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Amoebiasis is still of serious concern for public health in developing countries. The main issue in diagnosing amoebiasis infection through stool samples is the inability to differentiate the morphologically indistinguishable Entamoeba histolytica from the nonpathogenic Amoeba. This study aimed at detecting Entamoeba species (E. histolytica / dispar) among the microscopically diagnosed amoebiasis infections in the Nablus district using nonconventional immunoassay methods. The study utilized 101 Amoeba-positive stool samples based on the microscope examination. The stool specimens were collected from patients who sought medical investigation and diagnosis regardless of age or gender. The consented patients answered questionnaires. The immunoassay …
Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice Regarding Deep Dentinal Caries Removal Before Root Canal Treatment And Restoration Among Practicing Dental Surgeons, Sangram Panda, Anamika Sinha, Shakti Rath, Kajal Kiran Sahoo
Knowledge, Attitude, And Practice Regarding Deep Dentinal Caries Removal Before Root Canal Treatment And Restoration Among Practicing Dental Surgeons, Sangram Panda, Anamika Sinha, Shakti Rath, Kajal Kiran Sahoo
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
This article aims to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding Deep Dentinal Caries Removal before Root Canal Treatment (RCT) and Restoration among practicing dental surgeons. A descriptive cross-sectional study was executed amongst dental surgeons practicing with undergraduate and post-graduate degrees. A Google questionnaire form was developed and distributed, and 111 authentic entries were short-listed. Data obtained from the study were recorded in Microsoft Excel 2007 version, and SPSS version 18.0 was used for statistical analysis. Most dental surgeons who participated in the study practiced for over 15-20 years. Among them, 60% believe in removing dentinal caries before RCT; 83.8% …
Prevalence Of Vitamin D Deficiency Among Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients In Palestine, Iyad Ali, Ahmad Khalil, Alaa Daibes, Khaled Qushair, Ahmed Al-Sabi, Muhammad Yasser Alsedfy, Hassan Kanj, Mahmoud Abuissa, Kamel Jebreen
Prevalence Of Vitamin D Deficiency Among Acute Coronary Syndrome Patients In Palestine, Iyad Ali, Ahmad Khalil, Alaa Daibes, Khaled Qushair, Ahmed Al-Sabi, Muhammad Yasser Alsedfy, Hassan Kanj, Mahmoud Abuissa, Kamel Jebreen
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Introduction: Research has suggested that having low Vitamin D levels is associated with a higher likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease. Specifically, several observational studies have found that Vitamin D is linked to a decreased risk of coronary artery disease. Our study aimed to determine how prevalent Vitamin D deficiency is in Palestinian patients with acute coronary syndrome, a type of cardiovascular disease. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design, which involved collecting 84 blood samples from patients diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome at two hospitals in Palestine. The blood samples were collected over approximately two months, from late January to …
Stability Indicating Validated Novel Rp-Hplc Method For Dexlansoprazole And Lc-Ms/Ms Study Of Degradation Product, Ritesh P. Bhole, Chandrakant G. Bonde, Ghansham Girase, Shaliendra Gurav
Stability Indicating Validated Novel Rp-Hplc Method For Dexlansoprazole And Lc-Ms/Ms Study Of Degradation Product, Ritesh P. Bhole, Chandrakant G. Bonde, Ghansham Girase, Shaliendra Gurav
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
This work effectively developed and validated a stability-indicating RP-HPLC technique for precisely measuring dexlansoprazole in bulk samples. An Acetonitrile and 0.5 mmol Ammonium Acetate (pH 4.5) gradient mobile phase, a 1 ml/min flow rate, and detection at 283 nm were all part of the method's unique chromatographic conditions. A Kromasil C18 column was also used. Dexlansoprazole had a 5.14-minute retention period, and the technique showed a linear range of 5–30 mg/ml with a strong correlation value of 0.997. The technique showed high sensitivity with a limit of detection (LOD) of 1.2 mg/ml and a limit of quantification (LOQ) of 3.64 …
Investigation Of Antidiabetic Of Antidiabetic Activity And Pharmacokinetics In Herbo-Mineral Ayurvedic Formulation ‘Arogyavardhini Gutika In Streptozotocin Induced Wistar Rat, Ruchi Bhattacharya, Bina Gidwani Prof., Shiv Shankar Shukla Prof., Ravindra Kumar Pandey Prof.
Investigation Of Antidiabetic Of Antidiabetic Activity And Pharmacokinetics In Herbo-Mineral Ayurvedic Formulation ‘Arogyavardhini Gutika In Streptozotocin Induced Wistar Rat, Ruchi Bhattacharya, Bina Gidwani Prof., Shiv Shankar Shukla Prof., Ravindra Kumar Pandey Prof.
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Aim: Herbs, spices, and minerals are important therapeutic attributes of ayurvedic formulations. The formulation Arogyavardhini Gutika is mentioned in the essential drug list of the Ayurvedic Formulary of India. It has a claimed safety profile and is used for the treatment of jaundice, leprosy, fever, oedema, obesity, skin disorders, and other hepatic issues. Methods: An in- vitro study was performed by alpha-amylase inhibition using starch, iodine, and dinitrosalicyclic acid. An in-vivo study was performed using a streptozotocin-induced diabetic rat model. Graded doses of Arogyavardhini gutika (200 and 500 mg/kg) were administered orally for 14 days to normal and streptozotocin-induced …
Role Of Inflammatory And Growth Factors In Diabetes Mellitus, Sayed Mohammed Firdous, Sourav Pal
Role Of Inflammatory And Growth Factors In Diabetes Mellitus, Sayed Mohammed Firdous, Sourav Pal
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
In diabetes mellitus, both inflammatory and growth factors play significant roles in the development and progression of the disease and its associated complications. Diabetics frequently show signs of chronic, low-grade inflammation. Insulin resistance and beta-cell dysfunction are exacerbated by the high levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines prevalent in diabetes, such as TNF-α and IL-6. High levels of the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein are linked to insulin resistance and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. An upsurge in in diabetes is caused by NF-κB activation. Complications and pathological processes in diabetes may be exacerbated by a dysregulation of growth factors. The angiogenesis-related …
Evaluation Of The Antimicrobial Effect Of Citrus Pulp, Peel, And Juice Extracts Against Streptococcus Mutans And Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Dharmashree Satyarup, Sailaja Panda, Ramesh Nagarajappa, Shakti Rath, Upasana Mohapatra
Evaluation Of The Antimicrobial Effect Of Citrus Pulp, Peel, And Juice Extracts Against Streptococcus Mutans And Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Dharmashree Satyarup, Sailaja Panda, Ramesh Nagarajappa, Shakti Rath, Upasana Mohapatra
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Modern commercially available medicines are used extensively because of their guaranteed quick action, leading to an increase in the resistance of micro-organisms against these antimicrobials. Hence, there is a need to develop innovative formulations prepared from natural extracts which can replace these chemical antibacterials. The present study aimed to evaluate the antimicrobial efficacy of pulp, peel, and juice extracts of three different citrus fruits (Citrus sinensis, Citrus limon, and Citrus limetta) compared with Chlorhexidine (CHX) as positive control against oral pathogens like Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus acidophilus. The methanol extracts of three citrus fruits were prepared to estimate the Mean …
Perception Of Risk, Fear, Compliance, And Social Stigma Associated With Covid-19 Pandemic Among Dental Patients Of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Dharmashree Satyarup, Marlin Jena, Ramesh Nagarajappa, Upasana Dhar, Shakti Rath
Perception Of Risk, Fear, Compliance, And Social Stigma Associated With Covid-19 Pandemic Among Dental Patients Of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, Dharmashree Satyarup, Marlin Jena, Ramesh Nagarajappa, Upasana Dhar, Shakti Rath
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
While the ongoing COVID-19 (Coronavirus disease of 2019) pandemic has destabilized the health system worldwide, its psychological and social impact on those affected by the virus cannot be undermined. This study aimed to assess compliance to following general preventive measures, risk, and stigma associated with COVID-19 among the study population. The present study was a cross-sectional study, and it was conducted among 300 patients from a dental hospital in Bhubaneswar through interviewing patients in the hospital based on a 22-item questionnaire collecting socio-demographic data and consisting of questions concerning patients' perception of risk and social stigma regarding COVID-19. The statistical …
Stenotrophomonas Maltophilia Infections: Experience From A Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital In Eastern India, Swati Mishra, Priyadarshini Bhoi, Diptimayee Rout, Nabanita Chakraborti, Kundan Kumar Sahu, Sarita Otta
Stenotrophomonas Maltophilia Infections: Experience From A Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital In Eastern India, Swati Mishra, Priyadarshini Bhoi, Diptimayee Rout, Nabanita Chakraborti, Kundan Kumar Sahu, Sarita Otta
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia, a gram-negative nonfermenter, is ubiquitous in the environment and has the propensity to colonize devices and even the respiratory tract. The organism shows intrinsic resistance to multiple drugs commonly used in hospitals, like cephalosporins, carbapenems, and aminoglycosides, thus selecting this organism from endogenous patient flora. Here we conducted a retrospective study presented as a case series to share our experience in our setup. We encountered 9 cases during 1 year, most sensitive to levofloxacin and minocycline. All the cases apart from two were discharged successfully following the appropriate regimen. The mean age of patients was 50 years, and …
Characteristics Of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In Palestinian Diabetics: A Cross-Sectional Study, Wassiem Takhman, Mohammad A. Nour, Anas Merai, Lubna Saudi, Mosab Maree, Ahmed Awad Ghanem, Jihad Hamaida, Basma Damiri
Characteristics Of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In Palestinian Diabetics: A Cross-Sectional Study, Wassiem Takhman, Mohammad A. Nour, Anas Merai, Lubna Saudi, Mosab Maree, Ahmed Awad Ghanem, Jihad Hamaida, Basma Damiri
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
This cross-sectional study was performed to identify the factors associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients in Nablus, Palestine, and decrease the burden of liver diseases. Patients with T2DM who visited primary healthcare clinics in Nablus from January to April 2022 were invited [n=508] to participate. A face-to-face interview was conducted, and medical reports were used to collect the patient's details. The hepatic steatosis index (HSI) was calculated as an indicator of the possibility of the presence of NAFLD. Ultrasound was used to diagnose fatty liver disease (FLD) as mild, moderate, and severe. …
The Potency Of Erythrocytes Investigation In Revealing Anti-A And Anti-B Antibodies Absorbing And Agglutinating Epitopes, Mykola Korzh, Pavlo Grigorievich Kravchun, Frida Solomonivna Leontieva, Danyshchuk Zinayda, Nataliya Ashukina, Dielievska Valentyna Yuriivna
The Potency Of Erythrocytes Investigation In Revealing Anti-A And Anti-B Antibodies Absorbing And Agglutinating Epitopes, Mykola Korzh, Pavlo Grigorievich Kravchun, Frida Solomonivna Leontieva, Danyshchuk Zinayda, Nataliya Ashukina, Dielievska Valentyna Yuriivna
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Different methods of erythrocyte antigens detection exist in hematology. However, weak variants of blood group antigens are still difficult to reveal. The study aimed to determine erythrocytes' diameter after the specific incubation of O, A, B, and O-washed erythrocytes with anti-A, anti-B antibody absorbing ability with IgM and IgG complement-dependent antibodies. Thus, the contact of anti-A serum with A erythrocytes at 20 °C resulted in an increase of their diameter (from 6.19±0.55 μm to 6.28±1.48μm, from 5.41±0.71 μm to 6.02±1.2 μm) with a less increase of erythrocytes diameter in a less titer (1:2) of the serum. A similar increase in …
Blood Exposure Accidents - Risk Analysis And Experimentation By Fmeca, Ayman Kassbi, Souad Filali El Ghorfi, Hicham Achelhi
Blood Exposure Accidents - Risk Analysis And Experimentation By Fmeca, Ayman Kassbi, Souad Filali El Ghorfi, Hicham Achelhi
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
The problem of blood exposure accidents in the hospital is a real concern for the hospital administration, even for health professionals, because of the serious illnesses they cause. To prevent the occurrence of BEA in the hospital, the mutual commitment of operators and managers is essential to improve care practices through innovative solutions (attitudes, mindset, culture of change). This work aims to provide a first overview of the application of the ISO 31000 standard guidelines on the problem of BEA in a public hospital, starting with the perception of risk according to the INRS model, the identification of potential causes …
Sex Differences In Acute Myocardial Infarction: Clinical Characteristics, Management Practices, And Outcomes For Patients In A Large Tertiary Hospital From Palestine, Yunis Daralammouri, Mohammed Jabri, Osayd Mosleh, Yazan Abdelaziz, Murad Azamtta, Adham Abu Taha, Sa’Ed Zyoud
Sex Differences In Acute Myocardial Infarction: Clinical Characteristics, Management Practices, And Outcomes For Patients In A Large Tertiary Hospital From Palestine, Yunis Daralammouri, Mohammed Jabri, Osayd Mosleh, Yazan Abdelaziz, Murad Azamtta, Adham Abu Taha, Sa’Ed Zyoud
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Several studies have shown gender variations in acute coronary syndrome's clinical presentation, diagnosis, therapy, and outcomes. Both immediate and long-term outcomes were worse for women with the acute coronary syndrome than men. This study investigates the influence of sex differences on the clinical presentations, treatment approaches, and patient outcomes of acute myocardial infarction at a large tertiary hospital in Palestine. A retrospective cohort study included all patients with acute myocardial infarction who presented to An-Najah National University Hospital from January 2018 to December 2020. Of the 422 patients in this study, 96 (22.7%) were women. Compared to men, women were …
Physical Activity Among Down Syndrome Children In Amman, Jordan, Adam Amawi, Reem Al Soub, Hadeel Ghazzawi
Physical Activity Among Down Syndrome Children In Amman, Jordan, Adam Amawi, Reem Al Soub, Hadeel Ghazzawi
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Down syndrome (DS) is a disability that can limit productivity, especially when paired with nutritional issues. Malnutrition, measured by anthropometric factors and micronutrient deficit, is far more common in children with DS than healthy controls. In Jordan, there are no studies on the dietary status of people with Down syndrome. This study looked at children with Down syndrome's nutritional and energy consumption. A cross-sectional study of 100 boys and girls aged 8 to 18 was conducted. The participants were separated into ages 8-12 and 13–18. Body weight, height, and calculated BMI were all measured anthropometrically. To assess daily nutritional intake, …
An Overview Of Nanocapsule And Lipid Nanocapsule: Recent Developments And Future Prospects, Nagib Elmarzugi, Rokaya Amara, Malak Eshmela, Ahmad Eid
An Overview Of Nanocapsule And Lipid Nanocapsule: Recent Developments And Future Prospects, Nagib Elmarzugi, Rokaya Amara, Malak Eshmela, Ahmad Eid
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Nanocapsules are colloidal particles with dimensions measured in nanometers and generally obtained in the range of 100 to 500 nm through nanoencapsulation technologies. Nanoencapsulation encapsulates nano-sized particles in liquid or solid form to create nanocapsules or nanoparticles. Generally, six classical methods are involved in nanocapsule formation: nanoprecipitation, emulsification-diffusion, double emulsification, emulsification-coacervation, polymer coating, and layer-by-layer. Nanocapsules are prepared from different monomers and cross-linked polymers, contributing to their stability during and after encapsulation. They are segregated into ionic and non-ionic by the surface formal charges, which then influence the type of applications. The applications of nanocapsules usually range from developing targeted …
Evaluation Of Nurses’ Professionals On Issues Related To Preventing And Awareness Regarding Covid-19 Infection: A Cross-Sectional Survey From A Developing Country From A Developing Country, Essa Swiety, Ahmad Salahat, Loai Zabin
Evaluation Of Nurses’ Professionals On Issues Related To Preventing And Awareness Regarding Covid-19 Infection: A Cross-Sectional Survey From A Developing Country From A Developing Country, Essa Swiety, Ahmad Salahat, Loai Zabin
Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal
Background: An emerging public health issue, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is threatening the lives of more than 2.4 million people globally. The current study assessed Palestine's nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding COVID-19. Methods: An online cross-sectional descriptive study was undertaken through social media. The KAP in the approaching COVID-19 virus was evaluated using an approved questionnaire. Bloom's cut-off of sufficient knowledge, positive attitude, and good practice used high or equal median utility indexes. All analyzes were performed using SPSS. Results: the 353 nurses that were entered. The participants' ages ranged from 25 to 35, with a median age …