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Expression Of Nuclear Factor-Κb1/P105 In Helicobacter Pylori-Induced Gastric Lesions, Enas Said Essa, Imam Abd Elatif Waked, Laila Mahmoud Montaser, Rasha Mohammed Abd Elhameed
Expression Of Nuclear Factor-Κb1/P105 In Helicobacter Pylori-Induced Gastric Lesions, Enas Said Essa, Imam Abd Elatif Waked, Laila Mahmoud Montaser, Rasha Mohammed Abd Elhameed
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to assess CD95 expression on peripheral blood lymphocytes in patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, both under interferon treatment and without interferon treatment, in comparison with a control group to assess its role in the pathogenesis of chronic hepatitis C disease. Background Egypt has the highest prevalence of HCV in the world, estimated nationally at 14.7%. Fas (APO-1/CD95)-mediated apoptosis plays an important role in liver cell destruction in viral hepatitis. Participants and methods Peripheral blood lymphocytes were isolated from 15 patients with chronic HCV under interferon treatment and from 20 patients …
Patterns Of Antiepileptic Drugs-Poisoned Cases Arrived At Menoufia University Poison And Dependence Control Center, Asmaa Gaber Abdou, Maha Mohamed El-Sabaawy, Mohamed Ahmed El-Tahmody, Nada Farag El-Naidany, Nancy Yousef Assad, Nermine Ahmed Ehsan, Shimaa Saad El-Kholy
Patterns Of Antiepileptic Drugs-Poisoned Cases Arrived At Menoufia University Poison And Dependence Control Center, Asmaa Gaber Abdou, Maha Mohamed El-Sabaawy, Mohamed Ahmed El-Tahmody, Nada Farag El-Naidany, Nancy Yousef Assad, Nermine Ahmed Ehsan, Shimaa Saad El-Kholy
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives This study aimed to investigate the impact of clinical and histopathological changes in liver tissue of responders and nonresponders to standard pegylated interferon (Peg-IFN) and ribavirin (RBV) therapy and to determine whether they could predict treatment outcome or not. Background Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a major health problem worldwide. Combination therapy of Peg-IFN and RBV has been recognized as a standard treatment for HCV infection. Unfortunately, this standard therapy produces a sustained virological response in only 50% of HCV-infected patients. Clinical and histological findings may play a role in predicting response to standard Peg-IFN/RBV therapy. Patients and …
Direct Closure Versus Local Flaps In Management Of Pilonidal Sinus, Ehab Abd El-Fattah Mohamed El-Ariny, Magdy Ahmed Loulah, Mohamed Leithy Ahmed Alam El-Dein, Tarek Fouad Abd El-Hameed Keshk
Direct Closure Versus Local Flaps In Management Of Pilonidal Sinus, Ehab Abd El-Fattah Mohamed El-Ariny, Magdy Ahmed Loulah, Mohamed Leithy Ahmed Alam El-Dein, Tarek Fouad Abd El-Hameed Keshk
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The aim of this randomized prospective trial was to compare both the results of direct closure and local flaps in management of pilonidal sinus. Background The best surgical technique for sacrococcygeal pilonidal disease is still controversial in terms of minimizing disease recurrence and patient discomfort. The present study analyzes the results of excision with primary closure and excision with flap reconstruction in the surgical treatment of sacrococcygeal pilonidal disease. Materials and methods From February 2012 to February 2013, 30 consecutive patients with chronic pilonidal sinus disease received surgical treatment in the form of either excision and primary closure (group …
Bone Marrow Injection In Treatment Of Long Bone Nonunion, Adel Ibrahim Alseedy, Ahmed Abd Elfattah Khalil, Taher Abd Elsattar
Bone Marrow Injection In Treatment Of Long Bone Nonunion, Adel Ibrahim Alseedy, Ahmed Abd Elfattah Khalil, Taher Abd Elsattar
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The goal of this study was to report the role of bone marrow injection in treatment of nonunited long bones fractures and to evaluate the relationship between bony union and bone marrow. Background Bone marrow injection has been used for the management of fracture nonunion since a long period of time. The main advantages for this technique are: it can be used in patient unfit for open grafting, is safe, uses osteogenic cells, has no complications in graft site, and can prevent nonunion development. Other advantages include: it is simple, quick, inexpensive, and causes minimal surgical trauma. Patients and …
Intravitreal Versus Subtenon Injection Of Triamcinolone Acetonide For Diabetic Macular Edema, Amin Faisal Amin Ellakwa, Aml Mohamed Hamdy Abd El-Razik, Nermeen Mahmoud Badawi, Saber Hamid El-Sayed
Intravitreal Versus Subtenon Injection Of Triamcinolone Acetonide For Diabetic Macular Edema, Amin Faisal Amin Ellakwa, Aml Mohamed Hamdy Abd El-Razik, Nermeen Mahmoud Badawi, Saber Hamid El-Sayed
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to compare the results of intravitreal injection with subtenon injection of triamcinolone in diabetic macular edema (DME). Background Triamcinolone injection for DME. Patents and methods The study is a prospective randomized clinical trial including 80 eyes of patients with DME. Patients were divided into two groups: group I and group II. Group I (73.1% men and 26.9% women; mean age 55.7 ± 7.2 years) included 40 eyes that received 4 mg of intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide injection. Group II (65.5% men and 34.5% women; mean age 55.8 ± 7.9 years) comprised 40 eyes that …
Plasma Brain Natriuretic Peptide Concentration In Β-Thalassemia Patients, Abd El Samad Sobhy Abou El Nasr, Ahmed Rabie El Arbagy, Hany Said El Barbary, Mahmoud Abd El Aziz Koura
Plasma Brain Natriuretic Peptide Concentration In Β-Thalassemia Patients, Abd El Samad Sobhy Abou El Nasr, Ahmed Rabie El Arbagy, Hany Said El Barbary, Mahmoud Abd El Aziz Koura
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of the study was to compare the effect of permeability of low-flux versus high-flux dialysis membranes on control of metabolic abnormalities in chronic hemodialysis patients. Background End-stage renal disease is associated with multiple physiological and metabolic disturbances, including hypertension, anemia, hyperparathyroidism, dyslipidemia, malnutrition, and other serious problems that markedly and negatively affect prognosis and the quality of life of uremic patients. New dialyzers have large pores and they are more compatible than pure cellulose membranes; thus, they provoke less inflammatory reaction and are more efficient in removal of uremic toxins. Materials and methods Forty adult patients on …
The Effect Of Peritoneal Lavage With A Mixture Of Lincomycin-Gentamicin On Postoperative Infection In Cases Of Colorectal Cancer Surgery, Dalia M. El Lahony, Fatheya M. Elnemr, Nabil A. Gad
The Effect Of Peritoneal Lavage With A Mixture Of Lincomycin-Gentamicin On Postoperative Infection In Cases Of Colorectal Cancer Surgery, Dalia M. El Lahony, Fatheya M. Elnemr, Nabil A. Gad
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to compare different forms of zinc supplementation in acute diarrhea. Background Diarrheal diseases pose a public health problem on a global scale, especially in developing countries. In 2004, zinc and oral rehydration solution (ORS) were recommended by WHO for the treatment of diarrhea. Materials and methods This study was conducted on 40 patients with acute diarrhea, who were able to accept oral fluids or feeds (both sexes, aged 3-53 months), hospitalized in the pediatric department of Aga Hospital, between May 2012 and May 2013, and 20 healthy infants/children as controls. The study included …
Study Of Interferon-Γ-Inducible Protein-10 Levels During Antiviral Therapy Of Hepatitis C Patients With Sofosbuvir Plus Ribavirin And Interferon In Menoufia Hospitals, Iman A. Seleit, Olaa A. El-Bakry, Rawnaa M. El-Sherif
Study Of Interferon-Γ-Inducible Protein-10 Levels During Antiviral Therapy Of Hepatitis C Patients With Sofosbuvir Plus Ribavirin And Interferon In Menoufia Hospitals, Iman A. Seleit, Olaa A. El-Bakry, Rawnaa M. El-Sherif
Menoufia Medical Journal
Hair loss can have significant effects on patients«SQ» quality of life, and a prompt diagnosis of the different types of alopecias and early intervention are needed. This review highlights the main dermoscopic findings in the different types of alopecia, such as androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, trichotillomania, lichen planopilaris, and discoid lupus erythematosus of the scalp. We believe that this important tool has been demonstrated to help dermatologists in finding the right site for the biopsy or, furthermore, avoiding unnecessary biopsies. Data sources were medical text books, medical journals, and medical websites that have updated research with the key word Dermoscopy …
Role Of Family Medicine In The Early Detection And Management Of Osteoporosis, Hala Mohammed El Moselhey Shaheen, Omaima Abo Elfatth Mohammed, Yasmin El Gamil Kaoud
Role Of Family Medicine In The Early Detection And Management Of Osteoporosis, Hala Mohammed El Moselhey Shaheen, Omaima Abo Elfatth Mohammed, Yasmin El Gamil Kaoud
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The aim was to study the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and risk assessment of osteoporosis among adults as a major health problem and clarify the role of the family physician in the prevention, screening, early detection, and management of osteoporosis. Data analysis Osteoporosis is a multifactorial skeletal disease characterized by reduction in bone mass and deterioration of the microarchitectural structure of bone tissue, with resulting increase in bone fragility and fracture risk. A decline in bone mineral density with age increases bone fragility because it reflects the progressive loss of bone mass and changes in the architecture of the bone, such …
Infection Control Awareness Among Healthcare Providers In Family Health Settings In Shebin El-Kom District, Menoufia Governorate, Egypt, Hewaida M. Anwar El-Shazly, Mahmoud El Sayed Abu Salam, Marwa Ahmed Abu Shady Dewidar
Infection Control Awareness Among Healthcare Providers In Family Health Settings In Shebin El-Kom District, Menoufia Governorate, Egypt, Hewaida M. Anwar El-Shazly, Mahmoud El Sayed Abu Salam, Marwa Ahmed Abu Shady Dewidar
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge, the attitude, and the practice of healthcare providers in family health settings regarding infection control measures in Shebin El-kom district. Background Hospital-acquired infections are among the leading causes of death; prevention of hospital-acquired infection therefore must be cost effective, but achievable even with the limited resources for infection control programs in primary healthcare. Participants and methods This was a cross-sectional study conducted in two urban and two rural family health settings in Shebin El-kom district, Menoufia Governorate. Four different settings were selected from cluster sampling followed by stratified random …
The Role Of Intraoperative Calcium Injection For Prevention Of Postoperative Hypocalcaemia After Total Thyroidectomy, Ahmad S. El-Gammal, Amr T. Hafez, Mostafa M. El-Najjar, Soliman Ar El-Shakhs, Tamer F. Abdel-Aziz
The Role Of Intraoperative Calcium Injection For Prevention Of Postoperative Hypocalcaemia After Total Thyroidectomy, Ahmad S. El-Gammal, Amr T. Hafez, Mostafa M. El-Najjar, Soliman Ar El-Shakhs, Tamer F. Abdel-Aziz
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to evaluate the possible role of intraoperative intravenous calcium injection in avoidance of unexplained postoperative hypocalcaemia. Background Thyroid surgery has always been the most common endocrine surgical operation. Total thyroidectomy is generally reserved for patients with thyroid malignancy, toxic thyroid, clinically significant goiter and less commonly for thyroiditis. The complications include recurrent laryngeal nerve injury, external branch of superior laryngeal nerve injury, neck hematoma, and hypocalcaemia. Post-thyroidectomy hypocalcaemia can occur in about 9.5-15.4% of the patients. The prevention of hypocalcaemia is the main concern, as some patients may experience hypocalcaemia despite preservation of …
Study Of Serum Tumor Necrosis Factor-Α In Patients With Liver Cirrhosis, Ashraf G. Dala, Ehab A. Abd-El Atty, Mahmoud H. Mohamed, Sanaa S. Gazareen
Study Of Serum Tumor Necrosis Factor-Α In Patients With Liver Cirrhosis, Ashraf G. Dala, Ehab A. Abd-El Atty, Mahmoud H. Mohamed, Sanaa S. Gazareen
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of the study was to assess the predictors of cardiovascular risks in obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) syndrome. Data sources They included medical text books, medical journals, and medical websites that have updated research with keywords «SQ»cardiovascular risks«SQ» in the title of the paper. Study selection Systematic reviews that addressed OSA syndrome and studies that addressed cardiovascular risks in OSA syndrome were included. Data extraction Special search was performed at midline with keywords «SQ»cardiovascular risks«SQ» in the title of the papers; extraction was made, including assessment of the quality and validity of papers that met with the prior …
Epidemiology Of Obesity Among Primary School Children (6-12 Years), Menoufia Governorate, Hanaa A. El-Araby, Mohammed H. Bahbah, Mohammed A. Khedr, Nagwa N. Ghorab
Epidemiology Of Obesity Among Primary School Children (6-12 Years), Menoufia Governorate, Hanaa A. El-Araby, Mohammed H. Bahbah, Mohammed A. Khedr, Nagwa N. Ghorab
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives To determine whether prophylactic nasal continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) applied soon after birth, regardless of the respiratory status, in very-low-birth-weight (VLBW) neonates reduces the use of mechanical ventilation and its hazards. Background Using nasal CPAP early in VLBW neonates is highly beneficial and associated with lower complications compared with mechanical ventilation. Patients and methods This prospective clinical trial was performed on 40 preterm neonates less than 37 weeks old and with body weight greater than 1000 g and less than 1500 g, who were admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of Shibin El-Kom teaching hospital because of …
Liver X Receptor Α: Does It Have A Role In The Pathogenesis Of Vitiligo?, Ahmed Anwar Khattab, Dina Abd El Rzaek Midan, Fahema Mohamed Hassan, Neamh Mohamed Khattab, Rania Mohamed Azmy El-Shazly
Liver X Receptor Α: Does It Have A Role In The Pathogenesis Of Vitiligo?, Ahmed Anwar Khattab, Dina Abd El Rzaek Midan, Fahema Mohamed Hassan, Neamh Mohamed Khattab, Rania Mohamed Azmy El-Shazly
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study is to assess whether procalcitonin (PCT) can distinguish between bacterial and viral lower respiratory tract infections (LRTIs). Background LRTIs are common diseases in children and are common causes of antibiotic prescription, especially in primary care. It is difficult to distinguish viral from bacterial disease because the clinical presentations of LRTIs because of different causative agents may be similar. Inappropriate use of antibiotics contributes toward the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, and increases both the length of stay and the costs of hospitalization. Therefore, a routine test that can safely discriminate between viral and bacterial infection …
Scope Of Genetic Counseling In Reducing The Magnitude Of Hereditary Disorders: Developing Nations' Perspective, Hala Hafez Mohamed, Mohamed Ahmed El-Brashy, Osama Mohamed Ebied
Scope Of Genetic Counseling In Reducing The Magnitude Of Hereditary Disorders: Developing Nations' Perspective, Hala Hafez Mohamed, Mohamed Ahmed El-Brashy, Osama Mohamed Ebied
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives This study aimed to show the role of diffusion-weighted MRI (DWI) in the diagnosis of acute stroke. Background DWI is highly sensitive in detecting early cerebral ischemic changes in acute stroke patients. In this study, we compared the role of DWI with that of conventional MRI techniques. Furthermore, we compared the size of ischemic lesions on DWI scans with the fluid-attenuated inversion recovery (FLAIR) images. Materials and methods We performed T1-weighted imaging (T1WI), T2-weighted imaging (T2WI), FLAIR, and DWI MRI in 30 patients who presented with acute stroke. T1WI, T2WI, FLAIR, and DWI were performed for all patients and …
Effect Of Abnormalities In Leptin Levels On Pituitary-Hypothalamic Axis In Patients With Chronic Hemolytic Anemia, Maathir Kamel El Shafi, Mohamed Abd El Wahed, Shimaa Ibrahim Aminelareef
Effect Of Abnormalities In Leptin Levels On Pituitary-Hypothalamic Axis In Patients With Chronic Hemolytic Anemia, Maathir Kamel El Shafi, Mohamed Abd El Wahed, Shimaa Ibrahim Aminelareef
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives This work aimed to detect the level of free testosterone (FT) hormone in type II diabetic men. Background Testosterone is a cholesterol-based steroid hormone that plays a critical role in numerous biological functions throughout the male life cycle. Diabetes mellitus type 2 is a metabolic disorder that is characterized by high blood glucose in the context of insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency. Low serum testosterone is associated with a variety of comorbidities, including insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome. Materials and methods This study was carried out on 50 diabetic men aged from 25 to …
Evaluation Of The Progression Of Diabetic Retinopathy After Phacoemulsification, Abdel-Rahman El-Sebaey, Ahmed A. El-Hagaa, Hoda M. El-Sobky, Noha K. Gaber
Evaluation Of The Progression Of Diabetic Retinopathy After Phacoemulsification, Abdel-Rahman El-Sebaey, Ahmed A. El-Hagaa, Hoda M. El-Sobky, Noha K. Gaber
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The aim of the study was to evaluate the progression of diabetic retinopathy (DR) after phacoemulsification in cataractous diabetic patients and determine whether complicated cases of phacoemulsification with opening of the posterior capsule during surgery affect the progression of DR. Background Diabetes is the most common risk factor for development of cataract. The visual outcome of cataract surgery in diabetic patients depends on the severity of retinopathy. Cataract may prevent the recognition or treatment of sight-threatening retinopathy before surgery, and, after surgery, vision may be impaired by severe fibrinous uveitis, capsular opacification, anterior segment neovascularization, macular oedema and deterioration …
Retrospective Study Of Epithelial Ovarian Cancer In The Oncology Department, Menoufia University, Ashraf E. Abdel Ghany, Enas A. Baker El Khouly, Khalid K. Abdel Aziz, Mouhmed A. Shehata, Reham A. Abdel Aziz
Retrospective Study Of Epithelial Ovarian Cancer In The Oncology Department, Menoufia University, Ashraf E. Abdel Ghany, Enas A. Baker El Khouly, Khalid K. Abdel Aziz, Mouhmed A. Shehata, Reham A. Abdel Aziz
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to conduct clinicopathological, treatment, and survival analysis of epithelial ovarian cancer patients treated at the Clinical Oncology Department, Menoufia University. Background Epithelial ovarian cancer constitutes the majority of ovarian neoplasms (about 80%). Predisposing factors may be genetic, personal history of breast or endometrial cancer, nulliparity, endometriosis, and postmenopausal estrogen. Symptoms are often vague, and until now there are no effective screening programs. Typically, treatment depends on a combination of surgery and chemotherapy in most of the patients. Patients and methods This study included 83 patients diagnosed with epithelial ovarian cancer presented to the …
Anti-Müllerian Hormone, Visceral Fat, And Ovarian Stromal Doppler To Predict Response To Ovulation Induction In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Haitham A. Hamza, Mohamed A. Elsayed, Mohamed A. Emara, Zakaria F. Sanad
Anti-Müllerian Hormone, Visceral Fat, And Ovarian Stromal Doppler To Predict Response To Ovulation Induction In Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Haitham A. Hamza, Mohamed A. Elsayed, Mohamed A. Emara, Zakaria F. Sanad
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective This study was designed to identify whether visceral adiposity, anti-Mόllerian hormone, and ovarian stromal Doppler assessed during initial screening could predict the response to ovulation induction with clomiphene citrate in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome. Background The first choice of drug in women with polycystic ovary syndrome is clomiphene citrate. Three-quarters of women with polycystic ovary syndrome will ovulate with clomiphene citrate. Patients who do not ovulate on the maximum dose of 150 mg are considered to be clomiphene citrate resistant. Several parameters have been used to predict ovarian response in polycystic ovary syndrome patients. Patients and methods The …
Assessment Of Serum Interferon-Γ In Psoriasis, Ahmed S. Kabeel, Ashraf G. Dala, Ehab A. Abd El-Atty, Ibrahim M. Boghdadi
Assessment Of Serum Interferon-Γ In Psoriasis, Ahmed S. Kabeel, Ashraf G. Dala, Ehab A. Abd El-Atty, Ibrahim M. Boghdadi
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective A review of changes in stomach hemodynamics in patients with liver cirrhosis. Data analysis Data sources: medical text books, medical journals, and medical websites that have updated researches with key words (stomach hemodynamics) in the title of the paper. Study selection: systematic reviews that addressed stomach hemodynamics and studies that addressed gastric vascular changes in liver cirrhosis. Data extraction: a special search was conducted at midline with the key words stomach and hemodynamics in the title of the paper; extraction was performed, including the assessment of the quality and the validity of the papers that met with the prior …
Carotid Intima-Media Thickness In Children With End-Stage Renal Disease On Hemodialysis, Ahmed Abd El Moneim Shoaib, Bahaa Abd El Hamid Mohamed, Ibrahim Mohamed Boghdady, Nabil Abd Elfattah Elkafrawy
Carotid Intima-Media Thickness In Children With End-Stage Renal Disease On Hemodialysis, Ahmed Abd El Moneim Shoaib, Bahaa Abd El Hamid Mohamed, Ibrahim Mohamed Boghdady, Nabil Abd Elfattah Elkafrawy
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives The aims of the study were to estimate the antibodies prevalence and to determine risk factors of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in the population of Kafr El Sheikh Governorate. Background HCV infection is a major public health problem worldwide. Persistent HCV infection is a leading cause of serious liver disease, including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Patients and methods This study included 1000 participants; they were randomly selected from different districts at Kafr El Sheikh Governorate. All participants were subjected to thorough history taking, clinical assessment, and detection of HCV antibodies by one-step test device. Results The prevalence of …
Transarterial Ethanol Ablation Of Hepatocellular Carcinoma With Lipiodol-Ethanol Mixture, Atef Abu Al-Soudaly, Ayman Mohammed El-Lehleh, Gamalsaad El-Deeb, Mervat Ragab Abd El-Rahman Nassar, Mohammed Ebrahim Shaaban, Sawsan El-Sayedanees
Transarterial Ethanol Ablation Of Hepatocellular Carcinoma With Lipiodol-Ethanol Mixture, Atef Abu Al-Soudaly, Ayman Mohammed El-Lehleh, Gamalsaad El-Deeb, Mervat Ragab Abd El-Rahman Nassar, Mohammed Ebrahim Shaaban, Sawsan El-Sayedanees
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective This study aimed to determine p53 protein expression by immunohistochemistry in the esophageal mucosa of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Background GERD is a common clinical disorder that can significantly impact the patient«SQ»s quality of life and pose a significant burden on healthcare systems worldwide. The incidence of esophageal adenocarcinoma has been increasing rapidly over the past few decades. The major risk factors predisposing to the development of adenocarcinoma are long-standing GERD and Barrett«SQ»s esophagus. P53 protein expression in esophageal carcinogenesis is still being studied. The identification of tumor markers in patients with GERD may enable recognition of …
Cd19+Cd5+ B-Cell Expansion And Risk Of Pre-Eclampsia, Mahmood Kamel Ahmad, Mofeed Ahmad Nasif, Walaa Faried Abd-Elaziz
Cd19+Cd5+ B-Cell Expansion And Risk Of Pre-Eclampsia, Mahmood Kamel Ahmad, Mofeed Ahmad Nasif, Walaa Faried Abd-Elaziz
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this work was to study the relationship between echocardiographic parameters and the CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc score in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AF). Background Strain and strain rate imaging using two-dimensional speckle-tracking echocardiography is a new modality that has emerged recently to estimate myocardial function accurately. Left atrial (LA) strain analysis is a new tool that can be used to evaluate LA function. LA strain may correlate with the CHA 2 DS 2 -VASc score. Patients and methods We prospectively identified 30 patients with AF, and 20 normal individuals served as controls. All 50 …
Detection Of Klebsiella Pneumoniae Carbapenemases And Metallo-Β-Lactamases Among Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates From Hospitalized Patients At Menoufia University Hospitals, Egypt, Maha A. Tawfik, Sahar A. Hewait, Soheir S. Abou El-Ella
Detection Of Klebsiella Pneumoniae Carbapenemases And Metallo-Β-Lactamases Among Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates From Hospitalized Patients At Menoufia University Hospitals, Egypt, Maha A. Tawfik, Sahar A. Hewait, Soheir S. Abou El-Ella
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Objective The aim of this study was to determine the value of glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) as an early diagnostic marker for diabetes mellitus in high-risk groups such as relatives of diabetic patients (siblings) and obese children. Background Diabetes mellitus is a chronic illness that requires continuing medical care and ongoing patient self-management education and support to prevent acute complications and reduce the risk of long-term complications. Patients and methods This study was conducted on 60 children attending the Genetic and Endocrine Unit of the Pediatric Department, Faculty of Medicine, Menoufia University. They were divided into two groups: group I [45 …
Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Preschool Children (2-6 Years) In A Slum Area (Alexandria, Egypt): An Intervention Study, Ali M. El Shafie, Fatma N. Hamed Farag, Rizk A. Baz
Iron Deficiency Anemia Among Preschool Children (2-6 Years) In A Slum Area (Alexandria, Egypt): An Intervention Study, Ali M. El Shafie, Fatma N. Hamed Farag, Rizk A. Baz
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective This study aimed to enhance the diagnostic and therapeutic options for familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) in children. Data summary Data sources : medical textbooks, medical journals, and medical websites with updated information. Study selection: systematic reviews that discussed the various aspects of FMF epidemiology, etiology, and management. Data extraction: web search was performed on the PubMed medical databases and the full text of the relevant paper was critically analyzed and interpreted. Data synthesis: the results of the included studies were summarized and incorporated into the review article«SQ»s main text, with a focus on the various conclusions …
Studying The 'Cocktail Party Problem' Using Subjective And Neurophysiologic Measures, Heba Fathyabbass, Hisham El-Said Abd El-Atty, Mai Mahmoud El-Kalashy, Ramadan Mohamadbakr, Ranahelmy El-Helbawy
Studying The 'Cocktail Party Problem' Using Subjective And Neurophysiologic Measures, Heba Fathyabbass, Hisham El-Said Abd El-Atty, Mai Mahmoud El-Kalashy, Ramadan Mohamadbakr, Ranahelmy El-Helbawy
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of this study was to assess the value of serum lipoarabinomannan (LAM) in the diagnosis of pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). Background The accurate diagnosis of TB is difficult. Recent studies indicate that a LAM assay (ELISA) may have some utility in the diagnosis of TB. Material and methods Sera from 40 individuals with confirmed pulmonary TB and 20 healthy individuals were tested for the presence of LAM by means of ELISA assay. Culture positivity for Mycobacterium tuberculosis was used as the reference standard for TB diagnosis. Results The serum LAM ELISA test showed high positivity in confirmed TB …
Serum Ferritin And Its Usefulness In Detecting Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among Children With Protein Energy Malnutrition: A Case-Control Study In North Central Nigeria, Ahmad Mohammad El Shereef, Enas Attef Al Naggar, Mohammad Ezzat Elwan, Rasha Ali El Kapany, Wafik Mahmoud El Sheikh
Serum Ferritin And Its Usefulness In Detecting Iron Deficiency Anaemia Among Children With Protein Energy Malnutrition: A Case-Control Study In North Central Nigeria, Ahmad Mohammad El Shereef, Enas Attef Al Naggar, Mohammad Ezzat Elwan, Rasha Ali El Kapany, Wafik Mahmoud El Sheikh
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective The aim of the present study was to investigate the traditional and nontraditional risk factors in chronic kidney disease (CKD) patients with stroke and the role of renal function in the short-term outcome of stroke. Background Over the past decade, considerable evidence has accumulated on the increased incidence of stroke and mortality associated with CKD. Patients and methods A total of 67 patients with first ever stroke, either ischemic or hemorrhagic, with CKD were compared with 30 first ever stroke patients who were free from the signs and symptoms of CKD. All patients were assessed on admission (day 0) …
Umbilical Cord S100b Protein In Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, Mohamed Yasin, Mohamed Shawky, Zeinab Abd Elaziz
Umbilical Cord S100b Protein In Neonatal Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy, Mohamed Yasin, Mohamed Shawky, Zeinab Abd Elaziz
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the importance of MRI as a noninvasive diagnostic tool in patients with spinal tumors and to correlate the MRI findings with the patients«SQ» neurological outcome. Background Radiographic evaluation is crucial in patients with spinal tumor. A correct investigation can establish the diagnosis and early surgery gives a better chance for full recovery. MRI became the gold standard for imaging neurological tissues including the spinal cord. MRI serves as a problem-solving technique to assess the cause of neurological deficits. Materials and methods This prospective study included 50 patients with neurological deficit. The following MR sequences …
Association Of Janus Kinase 2 With Primary Budd-Chiari Syndrome In Egyptian Patients, Asmaa M. Rezk, Mohamed A. Mohamed, Mona F. Mahmoud
Association Of Janus Kinase 2 With Primary Budd-Chiari Syndrome In Egyptian Patients, Asmaa M. Rezk, Mohamed A. Mohamed, Mona F. Mahmoud
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective To investigate the effect of pentoxifylline (PTX) and pioglitazone (Pg), each alone and in combination with methotrexate (MTX), on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) induced experimentally in male albino rats. Background Individuals have long feared RA as one of the most disabling types of arthritis. It is estimated that over 46 million individuals have arthritis, ~1% worldwide. Material and methods One hundred and eighty adult male albino rats were used in the present study. MTX was administered intraperitoneally at a dose of 0.25 mg/kg daily. PTX was administered intraperitoneally at a dose of 150 mg/kg/rat/day, whereas Pg was administered orally at …
Urinary 8-Hydroxy-2'-Deoxyguanosine As An Oxidative Dna Damage Biomarker In Chronic Heart Failure, Abeer A. El-Gazzar, Hassan E. Zaghla, Maha A. El-Basuoni, Maha M. Allam, Mohamed A. Soliman
Urinary 8-Hydroxy-2'-Deoxyguanosine As An Oxidative Dna Damage Biomarker In Chronic Heart Failure, Abeer A. El-Gazzar, Hassan E. Zaghla, Maha A. El-Basuoni, Maha M. Allam, Mohamed A. Soliman
Menoufia Medical Journal
Objective Our aim is to evaluate the expression of interleukin-17-producing CD4 + T cells (Th17) in peripheral blood of patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) and whether these cells show a potential to exacerbate liver damage during chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. Background Interleukin-17-producing CD4 + T cells (Th17)-mediated immune response has been shown to play a critical role in inflammation-associated disease; however, its role in chronic HBV infection remains unknown. Here, we characterized peripheral Th17 cells and analyzed their association with liver injury in HBV-infected patients. Participants and methods This study included 15 patients with CHB without cirrhosis …