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A Mathematical Model For Managing Diphtheria Outbreaks In Nigeria Via Vaccination, Enhanced Surveillance, Effective Quarantine, And Social Distancing Measures, Hycienth Ortser Orapine, Nyiutya Cephas Ine, Dekera Jacob Washachi, Ali Audu Baidu, Lubem Matthew Kwaghkor

Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Simulation with Applications

Diphtheria is a highly infectious respiratory and skin disease that poses a significant threat to global public health. In Nigeria, children and adults with low immunity remain at high risk due to recurring annual outbreaks in the last decade, with a death rate of as high as 68.8\%. This paper presents a deterministic compartmental model to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions implemented by the Nigerian government. The model's mathematical and epidemiological validity is established through proofs of non-negativity and boundedness. The basic reproduction number ($R_0$) is derived, and stability analysis confirms that the diphtheria-free equilibrium is locally and globally asymptotically …

Stochastic Analysis Of Epidemic Size And Peak Infection In An Svir Model With Imperfect Vaccine And External Source Of Infection, María Gamboa Pérez

Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Simulation with Applications

The dynamics of an infectious disease outbreak are studied under a stochastic framework in a closed population where individuals are homogeneously mixed. A vaccination program is implemented in the community prior to the start of the epidemic. The administered vaccine is imperfect, meaning that vaccinated individuals may still become infected upon contact with infected individuals. The mathematical Susceptible-Vaccinated-Infected-Recovered (SVIR) model describing the evolution of the epidemic is formulated as an absorbing, continuous-time, three-dimensional Markov chain with compartments for vaccinated, susceptible, infected and recovered individuals. The aim of this study is to characterize two fundamental epidemiological quantities: the maximum number of …

The Prevalence Of Oral Diseases In Heredity Bleeding Disorders In Iraq, Warkaa M. Al-Wattar

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Aim: To investigate the effect of bleeding disorder on oral condition in Iraqi patients. Patient and methods: 153 patients were included in this study attending dental unit in Iraqi center of hematology. They were diagnosed and treated for ordinary oral diseases like dental caries and periodontal diseases mainly. While treatment vary from only diagnosis and checkup to more complicated surgical extraction. The patients data include sex, blood group, cheife complain and type of treatment. Results: The main chief complain was dental caries and less periodontal diseases while main treatment management was only checkup. The blood group O was the most …

Association Between Body Mass Index, Vitamin D3 And Lipid Profile In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Eman Ali Hussein, Hulia Kanan Mohammed, Zainab Abduljabbar Ridha Al-Ali, Qater Alnada Jassim Mohammed, Alaa Al-Noori, Tarik Muhammad Ali, Noor Thair Tahir

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Dyslipidemia and vitamin D Deficiency are one of the most common disorders among type 2 DM patients, this study was conducted to investigate in the relationship between lipid profile and vitamin D status and body mass index (BMI) Among DM patients in Baghdad province / Iraq. study was madeon 120 subjects (diabetic as well non diabetic). The fasting blood glucose (FBG) levels, glycated HbA1c), lipid profile including total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL, HDL andVLDL levels and serum vitamin D level were analyzed. Current study observied that the values for FBG, HbA1c, insulin, HOMOIR, TC, TG, HDL, LDL, VLDL, and Vitamin D, …

Effect Of High Protein Diets On Kidney Health Among Athletes And Bodybuilders With Normal Kidney Function, Mustafa Mehdi Alqazzaz, Sajad Abdullah Jleep, Nouran Hussein Mutlaq, Ali Jabbar Jassem

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

This study emphasizes the effect of high-protein diets(HPD) on kidney function, focusing on key biomarkers (Albumin, Urea, Creatinine & GFR). A HPD is defined as a protein consumption >1.5g/kg per day. Results indicated variations in certain biomarkers among the participants (healthy athletes & bodybuilders with normal kidney function) suggesting potential changes in renal workload. Many studies in resistance-trained athletes focusing at HPD, concluded that there are no harmful effects of HPD on renal health. While no immediate kidney damage was observed, we suggest further investigation into the long -term implications of HPD, particularly for individuals with specific health conditions.

Atracurium And Rocuronium On Pain Score During Intravenous Injection, Suha Adel Qasim Al-Ani

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Background: The non-depolarizing muscle relaxant (NDMR) is generally used in anesthesia for facilitation of intubations and muscle relaxations. Nevertheless, pains during injections remain as significant concerns. Aim of the Study: The aim of the study was to compare levels of pain scores related to various types of NDMR (Atracurium and Rocuronium) during injections. Patients and Methods: This study was applied on (60) patients whose ages ranged between (18–65) years and underwent different surgical operations. Patients are categorized into two groups: (31) patients receiving IV Atracurium and (29) receiving Esmeron (Rocuronium) in different doses. Following IV injection of the drug, immediate …

Epidemiology, Classification, Risk Factors, Pathophysiology And Management Of Diabetes Mellitus: A Review, Mohammed Raad Khalaf, Tariq Muhammed Ali, Entedhar K. Hussain, Alaa Al-Noori

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Diabetes mellitus is a common metabolic disorder, remains a global health challenge with escalating prevalence rates, necessitating a thorough understanding of its multifaceted aspects for effective management. This review synthesizes current knowledge on the epidemiology, classification, risk factors, pathophysiology, and management strategies of diabetes. The epidemiology highlights the rising global prevalence of DM and its regional variations, emphasizing the socio-economic and demographic factors contributing to this epidemic. The classification provides an in-depth analysis of the evolving classification systems, encompassing Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. Risk factors associated with the development of diabetes are explored, encompassing genetic predisposition, lifestyle …

The Pivotal Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Optimizing Pharmaceutical Formulation And Delivery, Ali Khidher Abbas, Mustafa M. Noori, Ibtihal Abdulkadhim Dakhil, Mohammed Hussain Al-Mayahy

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technological paradigm within the pharmaceutical sciences, offering innovative and forward-looking solutions to surmount the inherent limitations associated with conventional drug development, formulation design, and therapeutic delivery systems. Traditional pharmaceutical methodologies frequently entail protracted development timelines, extensive experimental procedures, and substantial financial expenditures, particularly within the domains of formulation optimization and drug delivery design. The integration of AI-driven technologies – encompassing machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), artificial neural networks (ANNs), and predictive analytics – has considerably accelerated pharmaceutical research by refining decision-making processes, alleviating experimental burden, and enhancing formulation efficiency. The present …

The Pathological Interaction Between Diabetes And Hypertension: Mechanisms And Clinical Complications, Alaa Al-Noori, Ayad Ahmed Al-Taweel, Qater Alnada Jassim Mohammed, Tarik Muhammad Ali, Majeed Mihsin B. Al-Hamdani, Noor Thair Tahir

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

Among the most prevalent chronic conditions, diabetes and hypertension frequently coexist in a single patient, aggravating vascular problems and hastening the deterioration of target organs, especially the kidneys. By raising intraglomerular pressure, impairing endothelial function, and triggering oxidative stress and inflammation, hypertension directly increases the chance of developing diabetes sequelae, including diabetic nephropathy. Chronic kidney disease advances more quickly when poorly managed hyperglycemia and hypertension combine to cause a decrease in glomerular filtration rate and an increase in urine albumin excretion. Other consequences like retinopathy, neuropathy, and cardiovascular disease are also encouraged by this pathological occurrence. Reducing the advancement of …

Clinical Significance Of Liver Enzyme Biomarkers In Chronic Statin Users, Muayad Khaleel Ibrahim, Saad Mahmoud Saeed

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

It is possible that statins, by their dual capacity to modulate (both stimulate and suppress) immune responses, could play a role in influencing the course of autoimmune diseases. Consequently, our investigation was designed to explore how statins impact both the innate and adaptive branches of the immune system, as well as their effect on the crucial mechanism of self-tolerance. This was achieved through the comprehensive measurement of various antibody profiles, specifically including the detection and quantification of autoantibodies, such as antinuclear antibodies and Creatinine kinase, Aldolase, HMGCR antibody, Albumin and Bilirubin and Alanine transaminase, Aspartate aminotransferase, Our investigation employed a …

Some Pathogenic Agents Isolated From Gento-Urinary Tract Of Females Patients In Baghdad Area, I. M. Al-Saqur, A. N. Al-Thwani, E. M. Abdul Ameer, S. W. Abd-Al-Zhra, M. K. Sahan, H. S. Ferman, A. A. Hassan, H. M. Hassan

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

The Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) represents a significant global health burden and the pathogens which inhibit the geneto - urinary Tract (GUT) of women cause devastating consume. In this study investigation UGT were carried out through examination of 186 women (183 married and 65 unmarried) who attended Damascus Private Medical Center-Baghdad, through the period from the beginning of January 2023 to the end of August 2023. Detection were conducted according to the standard methods after macroscopically and macroscopically examination of u samples. The results, indicated that 121 (65.05%) were infected and married women had high infection (78.86%) than the unmarried …

Measuring The Concentration Of Heavy Metals In The Serum Of Traffic Police And Their Impact On Heart Disease In The Future, Hanaa Khalil Sacheat

Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences

The spread of heavy metals such as lead, cadmium and nickel is a clear danger that threatens the earth and disrupts the ecological balance. In this research, we evaluated the danger of these metals present in the areas of traffic points for traffic policemen who are present for long periods at traffic points. 25 blood samples were collected from traffic policemen present at traffic points, with information about age, date of joining the job, and smoking, The comparison was made with the same number of samples of people who were in a job inside buildings, The results showed a significant …

Tumor–Immune Dynamics With Memory And Time Delay: A Fractional-Order Model With Ctla-4 Regulation, Mutaz Mohammad, Mohyeedden Sweidan, Alexander Trounev, Fathalla Rihan

Mathematical Modelling and Numerical Simulation with Applications

This study develops a fractional-order tumor-immune interaction model incorporating Caputo memory effects, delayed immune activation, and CTLA-4 checkpoint regulation. The model describes the coupled dynamics of tumor cells, CD4$^{+}$ T cells, IFN-$\gamma$, and CTLA-4, and extends classical integer-order tumor-immune models by accounting for hereditary immune responses and biologically motivated latency effects. Theoretical properties, including positivity, boundedness, equilibrium structure, and fractional-order stability, are examined to establish the biological and mathematical consistency of the model. The delayed fractional system is then investigated computationally by comparing several numerical methods, including finite difference discretization, Daubechies wavelet collocation, Euler wavelet collocation, and a predictor-corrector scheme. …

Crispr/Cas9-Based Genome Editing: Understanding Differences In Dna Repair Pathways, Profiles, And Outcomes, Samuel Effah, Shirley Barrera, Nahia Urturi Ortiz, Will Dampier, Michael Nonnemacher, Brian Wigdahl

Kimmel Cancer Center Faculty Papers

Over a decade of advances in Clustered Regularly Interspersed Short Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR) and CRISPR-associated protein 9 (Cas9)-based technologies have culminated in the first-ever FDA-approved CRISPR/Cas-based therapy. Aside from this approved therapy for sickle cell anemia, several CRISPR/Cas-based therapies are currently under development or testing for a range of chronic diseases, including viral diseases like human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection, genetic diseases like familial hypercholesterolemia, and cancer. The success of these therapies hinges on the effective delivery of CRISPR/Cas9 components to target regions, efficient Cas endonuclease editing, repair profiles generated, and their resulting outcomes. Here, we discuss the …

Us Race/Ethnic Disparities In Diabetes Technologies: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of 950 000 Individuals, Maria L. M. Rego, Maxim Barnett, Maria Helena Siqueira Tavares De Melo, Ana Rivadeneira

Einstein Health Papers

PURPOSE: To provide a descriptive summary and to quantitatively examine racial and ethnic disparities in the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion (CSII) among people living with diabetes in the United States.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: We followed the Cochrane and PRISMA guidelines (PROSPERO: CRD420251124678). Search was conducted on PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane up to August 2025. Observational studies were included if they (1) were conducted in the United States, (2) evaluated the use of CGM/CSII across different races/ethnic groups, and (3) reported odds ratios (ORs) for between-group comparisons. Three-level random-effect meta-analyses examined OR in …

Liver Function Tests, Calcium, And Phosphorus Levels In The Graves' Disease Patients, Munaf Faraj Rashid, Haider Abd. Jabbar Alammar, Abbas Mahdi Rahmah

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped organ located in the anterior of the neck. In this case, the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid, leading to the overproduction of thyroid hormones. The most common result of Graves' disease is an overactive thyroid gland, which produces an excess of thyroid hormones (thyroxine or T4 and triiodothyronine or T3). This can lead to symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, anxiety, irritability, heat intolerance, and increased sweating. The thyroid gland may become enlarged, causing a noticeable swelling in the front of the neck. …

Psoriasis Effects On Psychological And Daily Activities In Patients Attending To Outpatient Clinics In Aldiwaniyah Teaching Hospital, Saja Abbas Musa, Hassan Raji Jallab, Akeel Hamid Jabur

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Psoriasis is a chronic immune-related skin disorder affecting 2–3% globally, linked to heart disease, joint issues, metabolic syndrome, and psychological disorders. It also impacts social life, mental health, and work productivity, with added challenges in Middle Eastern patients due to stigma and limited healthcare access. Aim: To assess the psychological and functional impact of psoriasis on patients attending Al-Diwaniyah Teaching Hospital. It focuses on anxiety, depression, social disengagement, and effects on daily activities like work, exercise, sleep, and hygiene. The study also explores the relationship between disease severity and impairment levels. Material and Methods: The study was conducted at …

Correlation Of Norepinephrine With Some Biochemical Parametric In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Aqeel Abed Nour Hadi, Ferdous A. Jabir, Muhammad Abd-Alwahab

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) resulting from the body's reduced ability to produce or use insulin effectively. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels, and in type 2 diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin or becomes resistant to its effects. This causes a buildup of glucose in the bloodstream, which can eventually harm organs and tissues. This study was carried out on patients who attended the Diabetes and Endocrinology Specialist Center of Marjan City for Medical Education in Babil Province; all patients were diagnosed …

Lipase And Tcf7l2 Polymorphism As Indicators Of Pancreatic Dysfunction In Patients With Breast Cancer, Dhay Ihab Al-Jdooa, Ahmed Ghdhban Al-Ziaydi

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Pancreatic dysfunction is widely acknowledged as a critical issue in individuals with breast cancer. These biomarkers like insulin, lipase, and amylase or polymorphisms such as TCF7L2 can be correlated in assessing breast cancer in conjunction with other medicine relations such as pancreatic health. Objective: The aim of this particular study is to assess the role of breast cancer in pancreatic dysfunction by assessing the aforementioned biomarkers and gene polymorphisms. Methods: Following ethical guidelines, a case-control study was conducted involving female patients diagnosed with breast cancer and other breast cancer-free women. Various combined diagnostic tests, including ROC curve analysis and …

Ophthalmic Complications In Thalassemia Patients Using Iron Chelating Therapy, Haider Aswad Layikh, Zainab Yousif Ismael, Dheya Nema Kadhum

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background:\ Thalassemia's are a group of genetic diseases which are considered as the most common single gene disorder which are usually treated with repeated blood transfusions that may lead to iron accumulations in the body with multi organ complications. Objectives:\ The objectives of this study was to evaluate the most commonly observed ocular signs and complications of beta-thalassemia major, as well as to determine whether there are any significant ocular side effects of the iron chelators taken by many of these patients for the treatment of their condition. Materials & Methods:\ this cross sectional study evaluated the …

Detection Of Uropathogenic Multidrug-Resistant Escherichia Coli And Klebsiella Pneumoniae Isolates In Some Immunocompromised Patients., Alaa Abd Atia, Manal Mohammed Kadhim

Al-Qadisiyah Medical Journal

Background: Multidrug-resistant E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates are the most common causes of acquired urinary tract infections (UTIs). Objective: Conclude the prevalence of multidrug-resistant E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolates in urine samples from immunocompromised patients with UTIs. Methods: A total of 543 urine samples were collected from patients with supposed UTIs. MacConkey, chromogenic agar, and blood culture were used to cultivate the samples. Disk diffusion on Mueller-Hinton agar was used to select cultures that were positive for testing for antibiotic susceptibility. Excel and SPSS software were used to gather and analyze the data. Results: Of …

Limited Predictive Value Of Vaginal Discharge And Cervical Ectropion For Chlamydia Trachomatis Infection Detected By Direct Immunofluorescence, Dian Novitasari, Willy Sandhika, Ashon Sa'adi, Lusiani Tjandra

Folia Medica Indonesiana

Chlamydia trachomatis is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections, often asymptomatic, yet a major cause of infertility. In clinical practice, vaginal discharge and cervical ectropion are frequently used as syndromic indicators. However, their predictive value for Chlamydia trachomatis infection remains limited, particularly in regions with restricted access to NAAT/PCR, such as Indonesia. This study aimed to evaluate the diagnostic value of vaginal discharge and cervical ectropion as predictors of Chlamydia trachomatis infection using the Direct Immunofluorescence (DIF) method. This study used a cross-sectional design conducted among 93 reproductive-aged women from coastal areas of Jember, East Java, Indonesia, who …

Patterns Recognized In Ayres Sensory Integration®: A Scoping Review, Marica Botha, Janine Van Der Linde, Zoe Mailloux

Department of Occupational Therapy Faculty Papers

Background/Objectives: Associations between scores on tests of sensory integration functions demonstrated in numerous studies over six decades have contributed to the development of Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI) theory and practice. Understanding these "patterns" aids therapists in their interpretation of assessment results, ensuring appropriate and effective intervention. This study aimed to describe and discuss published research on identified patterns related to constructs in the Ayres Sensory Integration® approach. Methods: Arksey and O'Malley's framework and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews Checklist were used. The literature review search was guided by the following …

Comprehensive Prediction Analysis Of Novel Noncoding Regulatory Variants Identified In The Microrna Binding Regions In Complement System Genes, Anthony Shadid, Haydn E Rich, Kathryn D Hok, Marie-Francoise Doursout, Marcos I Restrepo, Nirmal K Banda, Lavanya Gunamalai, Pooja Shivshankar

The Brown Foundation: Institute of Molecular Medicine

The complement system is a central component of innate immunity that coordinates host defense, immune surveillance, and inflammatory responses through tightly regulated proteolytic cascades. Genetic variation within complement genes contributes substantially to interindividual differences in complement activity and disease susceptibility. While coding variants directly alter complement protein structure and function, the microRNA (miRNA)-mediated control and post-transcriptional regulation is not fully understood in shaping complement gene expression across immune and inflammatory mechanisms. Complement pathway genes exhibit extensive and heterogeneous 3'-untranslated regions (3'UTRs), which serve as primary platforms for miRNA binding and RNA-binding protein interactions. Both common and rare single-nucleotide polymorphisms within …

Liver Function Test (Lfts) Revealed Ameliorative Effect Of Probiotics And Antibiotics As Therapeutic Agents Against Experimentally Induced Enterotoxemia In Goat, Muhammad Mohsen, Jam Kashif Zaman, Amjad Hussain Mirani, Nazeer Hussain Kalhoro, Benazir Sahito

Journal of Bioresource Management

Present study was conducted to evaluate the various liver enzymes in experimentally induced enterotoxemic goat inorder to ensure the therapeutic potential of probiotics and antibiotics. Experiment was conducted at Department of Veterinary Medicine, Sindh Agriculture University Tandojam in which 35 non-descriptive goats were housed and experimenatally induced with enterotoxemia by inoculation of Clostridium perfringens culture surgically by performing laparotomy into intestine. After apperence of positive clinical signs of infection, goats were randomly divided into 5 treatment groups i.e. Group 1 (negative control), Group 2 (positive control), Group 3 (yogurt, 5 % solution, 50 mL/time), Group 4 (Yeast, 5 % solution, …

Faktor Yang Berhubungan Dengan Lama Rawat Inap Pasien Demam Berdarah Dengue Di Rumah Sakit Islam Nahdlatul Ulama Demak, Akhmad Safi’I, Solikhatur Rohmah, Muhammad Zulfikar Asumta, Abdul Aziz, Masruroh Hasyim, Zulfa Khusniyah, Mukhamad Rajin

Jurnal ARSI : Administrasi Rumah Sakit Indonesia

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is an acute infectious disease that often requires hospitalization with a variable length of stay (LOS). Several factors have been shown to influence LOS; however, findings from previous studies conducted in different hospitals remain inconsistent. This study aimed to analyze the association between age, gender, platelet count, hematocrit level, and leukocyte count with LOS among patients with DHF at Nahdlatul Ulama Islamic Hospital (RSI NU) Demak. This study employed a cross-sectional design using medical record data from 64 hospitalized patients with DHF admitted between January and May 2025, selected through purposive sampling. The sample eligibility criteria …

Male Allyship: What Utahns Need To Know, Susan R. Madsen, Deborah Lin

Marketing and Strategy Faculty Publications

Women do not always have the same opportunities as men, particularly in cultures where more traditional gender norms are embraced. Male allyship can positively impact women’s lives by increasing opportunities (e.g., safety, education attainment, career development, financial security). In addition, understanding and embracing gender differences can optimize women’s participation and leadership contributions. By intentionally removing barriers and encouraging full participation, women’s talents and perspectives can be leveraged. This both expands opportunities for women and enhances innovation, improves decision-making, and contributes to stronger communities.

Modeling Framework To Demonstrate Elimination Of A Vector Population: Tsetse Elimination In Chad, John Hargrove, Mahamat Hissene Mahamat, Moukhtar Aldjibert, Wilfrid Yoni, Djoukzoumka Signaboubo, Justin Darnas, Ernest Salou, Inaki Tirados, Albert Mugenyi, Priscille Barreaux, Philippe Solano, Antoine Marc Gaby Barreaux

All Peer-Reviewed Publications

Every year, over 700,000 people, particularly children under five, die from vector-borne diseases worldwide. Effectively controlling endemics and preventing new outbreaks requires an integrated approach that can lead to the elimination of both vectors and diseases. In the last two decades, integrating medical interventions and vector control has significantly reduced the incidence of Gambian Human African Trypanosomiasis (g-HAT), with the World Health Organization validating eight countries as having eliminated the disease as a public health problem. However, elimination of the tsetse vector has not been confirmed, leaving the possibility of re-emergence. We developed a six-step modeling framework to assess vector …

Risk-Based Nurse-Managed Personalized Heart Failure Interventions: The Alleviate-Hf Trial., Javed Butler, Rami Kahwash, Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, David Zhang, Jonathan W Dukes, Madhu Reddy, Anupam Basuray, Elie Gharib, Bart Gerritse, Aimee Laechelt, Jennifer Wehking, Shantanu Sarkar, Brian Van Dorn, Nirav Patel, Verla Laager, Michael R Zile, Alleviate-Hf Investigators

Heart and Vascular Articles

BACKGROUND: Early identification of worsening heart failure (HF) may improve outcomes.

OBJECTIVES: This study aims to assess if insertable cardiac monitor (ICM)-based high-risk detection combined with centrally managed, nurse-facilitated, individually protocolized diuretic interventions is safe and improves HF outcomes.

METHODS: A Reveal LINQ (Medtronic) ICM with an investigational HF risk-status software was implanted in participants with HF who were randomized 1:1 to an intervention arm (high-risk HF alert triggering protocolized diuretic regimen) or an observation arm (standard care). The primary safety endpoint was intervention-related serious adverse events and the primary efficacy endpoint was a 5-component hierarchical composite including cardiovascular death …

Clinical And Hematological Correlates Of Common Viral Respiratory Infections In Patients With Acute Illness In Iraq, Israa Habeeb Naser

Journal of Bioresource Management

Background: Acute viral respiratory infections are considered as the leading causes of illness and hospitalization worldwide. Influenza virus, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) and Adenovirus are general respiratory pathogens linked with significant clinical problems in Iraq. This study aims to estimate the prevalence of common respiratory viral infections and their clinical and hematological associations between Iraqi patients with acute-illness.

Methods: This a cross-sectional study was done on 160 patients showing acute febrile and/or respiratory-symptoms. Viral detection for Influenza virus, RSV and Adenovirus was performed using rapid-antigen and ELISA assays. Hematological tests including total leukocyte count (TLC), differential leukocyte count, hemoglobin and …