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Pre-Trial Hurdles In Citizens' Environmental Enforcement Actions, Gayann Barbella Crowe

Suffolk Journal of Trial and Appellate Advocacy

No abstract provided.

Alternative Sentencing: Using The 1997 Amendments To The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act To Keep Children In School And Out Of Juvenile Detention, Mark Peikin

Suffolk Journal of Trial and Appellate Advocacy

No abstract provided.

A Midsummer Night's Dream For Middle School, Diana Nash

Theses

William Shakespeare wrote plays for the masses -- the aristocrats as well as the common people. While his dramas, tragedies, and comedies were controversial, sometimes bawdy, and always physical, in the twentieth century, secondary school educators have come to think of Shakespeare's plays as literature for academic study. Middle schools rarely cover any Shakespearean plays in the classroom. Students traditionally start to study Shakespearean scripts in high school. In high school, freshman usually read Romeo and Juliet; sophomores read Julius Caesar, Macbeth, or Hamlet. Most secondary curriculums do not include a Shakespearean comedy.

While it is true that occasionally a …

Just Between Us - Aba Considers New Ethical Rules, Irma S. Russell

Faculty Works

This article briefly describes one of the proposed rule revisions (Model Rule 1.6) to the Model Rules of Professional Conduct that will be presented to the ABA House of Delegates in July 2001 by the Ethics 2000 Commission.

It's Time To Put The Military's Death Penalty To Sleep , Michael I. Spak

Cleveland State Law Review

Part I will focus on the death penalty in the civilian sector of the United States. It begins with a brief history of and an introduction to death penalty laws in the United States. A critical examination of the primary arguments used to justify the death penalty follows. Part I next offers a brief overview of other independent reasons for the abolition of the death penalty. After having concluded that the application of the death penalty is unfair in the civilian sector and should thus be abolished, the article will then shift its focus to the death penalty in the …

A Distant Mirror: The Sheppard Case From The Next Millennium, James Robertson

Cleveland State Law Review

My own vantage point is that of a trial judge, and for me, revisiting the Sheppard case is a chance to ruminate on the relationship between judges and the media and how judges deal with high profile cases. I will consider that subject, and then meander a little farther along and share a few thoughts about what I call hermetically sealed justice - our modem insistence that judges say nothing and juries know nothing. Finally, I will have a few words to say about DNA evidence and the "reliable verdict" ideal that appears to be one of the propositions to …

Quest For Fairness In Compensating Victims Of September 11, The, Robert L. Rabin

Cleveland State Law Review

Aside from natural disasters, when tragedy strikes - taking its toll in fatalities and serious injuries - we ordinarily look to the tort system for redress. Tort is not the exclusive form of redress, of course, in this era of private insurance and government disability programs. But still, it remains our most highly visible mechanism for assigning responsibility and providing compensation. In this Article, I will begin by describing the approach to compensation taken in the Victim Compensation Fund. I will then discuss the implementing regulations promulgated by the Special Master appointed under the Fund. Next, I will offer a …

United States Supreme Court: 2001 Term, Paul C. Giannelli

Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Female Genital Tuberculosis Revisted, R N. Qureshi, S Samad, R Hamid, S F. Lakha

Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Objective: To assess the clinical presentation of genital tuberculosis and to study various modes of diagnosis and treatment.SETTING: The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), Karachi.
Method: A retrospective case review of all index female cases of genital tuberculosis, admitted to AKUH over twelve years of period.
Result: A total of 40 cases of genital tuberculosis were reported during this time period. Majority of cases were between 25-45 years. The commonest presenting symptoms were infertility (42.5%) and abdominal pain (42%). Others included fever, ascites, irregular vaginal bleeding, oligomenorrhea, chest pain and pain in the flanks. Main mode of treatment was antituberculous …

Coping Styles Of African American Women Who Have Or Have Not Experienced Physical Abuse, Pamela L. Huntspon

Theses

The purpose of the study was to explore the coping styles of African American women and determine if different coping styles exist between those women who have experienced abuse versus those who have not. In this study, 60 African American women living in St. Louis, Missouri were obtained using a convenience volunteer sample from several sites which included a unisex hair salon, a center for women experiencing physical and sexual abuse and two community agencies serving the needs of low income families. They were administered the Coping Responses Inventory (Actual Form) and a demographic questionnaire.

Results of independent sample t-test …

Teucrium Polium Inhibits Nerve Conduction And Carrageenan Induced Inflammation In The Rat Skin, Jumah Shakhanbeh, O. Adigüzel

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The effects of acute and chronic perineural treatment of the rat saphenous nerve with Teucrium polium (L.) extract on the conduction property of primary afferent nerve fibers and carrageenan-induced skin inflammation were studied. Direct application of 2.0% T. polium extract to the nerve trunk caused immediate complete inhibition of compound action potentials (CAPs) of all types of primary afferent nerve fibers. Partial recovery of CAPs was seen in up to 37.5% of Aab-fibers, 30.4% of Ad-fibers and 32.4% for C-fibers over one hour after removal of the extract. Fifteen to twenty days after a single perineural application of 2% T. …

The Antioxidant Activity Of The Leaves Of Cydonia Vulgaris, Ali̇ Yildirim, Müni̇r Oktay, Vahi̇t Bi̇laloğlu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The antioxidant activities of water, ethanol, and ether extracts of the leaves of Cydonia vulgaris Pers. were determined by the thiocyanate method. The antioxidant activity of water extract was increased with the increasing amount of extract (200 µg-1000µg) added to the linoleic acid emulsion. Ether extract was the most effective antioxidant among the extracts. Like antioxidant activity, the reducing power of water extract was concentration dependent. However, ethanol extract was the highest in reducing power, and ether extract was the lowest. The results obtained in the present study indicate that the leaves of Cydonia vulgaris are a potential source of …

A Relation Between The Apolipoprotein E Genotypes And Microalbuminuria In Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Ersi̇n Akarsu, İbrahi̇m Pi̇ri̇m, İlyas Çapoğlu, Hasan Kaya, Güngör Akçay, Necdet Ünüvar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Various relations between apolipoprotein E (apo E) and diabetic nephropathy have been reported. In this study, the question of whether there is any relation between apo E genotypes and microalbuminuria in patients with type-2 diabetes mellitus was examined. Twenty-one male and 25 female patients, with ages the range of 37-62 years (mean 51.7±7.5) with type-2 diabetes mellitus were studied. The apo E genotypes were determined by PCR amplification of the 227 bp region followed by CfoI digestion to release specific band patterns. While 24 patients had microalbuminuria (microalbuminuria group), 22 patients had normoalbuminuria (normoalbuminuria group). The patients with microalbuminuria had …

Expression Of The 8 Kda Heat Shock Protein (Ubiquitin) In Psoriasis, İbrahi̇m Pi̇ri̇m, Teoman Erdem, Necmetti̇n Akdeni̇z, Yaşar Nuri̇ Şahi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The 8kDa protein (ubiquitin) is a member of the small heat shock protein (hsb) family. Ubiquitin may additionally be involved in the pathogenesis of various diseases. Intracellular accumulation of ubiquitin has been detected in patients with neurodegenerative disease, brain ischemia, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and haemodialysis. Sixteen biopsy samples from patients with psoriasis who were treated by PUVA and the same samples from these patients before PUVA treatment were investigated by immunohistochemistry on formalin-fixed paraffin- embedded tissue sections, using anti-ubiquitin antibody. In psoriatic epidermis, ubiquitin was mostly expressed in basal layers with a cytoplasmic staining pattern. Various cells of the dermis …

Pulmonary Infections Due To Legionella Pneumophila In Immunocompromised Patients, Demet Kaya, Si̇nan Ergi̇nel, Muzaffer Meti̇ntaş, Zeki̇ Üstüner, İrfan Uçgun, Necla Özdemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The numbers of immunocom-promised individuals increase as programmes for organ transplantation and chemotherapy of malignant disease advance. Pulmonary infections, which progress rapidly, are one of the major clinical problems in these groups. This study was designed to evaluate the microbiology of pneumonia in immunocompromised patients and to determine the role of Legionella pneumophila. Immunocompromised patients receiving antineoplastic chemotherapy, diagnosed as pneumonia with clinical and radiographic findings and routine laboratory tests were included in the study. For microbiological diagnosis, expectorated sputum was cultured for L. pneumophila. In addition to standard bacterial, fungal and mycobacterial media, specimens were examined microscopically. Direct flourescent …

Perioperative Oral Supplement With Immunonutrients In Gastrointestinal Cancer Patients, Ni̇hal Zeki̇ye Erdem, İ. Hakan Kulaçoğlu, Mehtap Akci̇l Temel, Ahmet Çinar Yasti, Nuri̇ Aydin Kama, Nazan Bozkurt

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Significant benefits have been gained with pre or peri-operative nutritional support in surgical patients with malnutrition. Recent studies have also shown that some enteral formulas including certain nutrients like glutamine could provide more benefit than the standard formulas. In this prospective-randomized study, the effects of perioperative oral supplement with enteral formulas containing glutamine in comparison with a standard enteral formula in patients who were operated on for GI malignancies were examined. Thirty-two patients were divided into two groups: the study group was given oral supplement with an elemental diet (Alitraq®) for 7 days preoperatively and 10 days postoperatively as 30-35% …

Observations Of The Changes Occurring In The Rat Trachea Due To Inhalation Of Cigarette Smoke, Aysel Kükner, Hakan Öner, Neri̇man Çolakoğlu, Jale Öner, Enver Ozan, Sema Ozan, Seval Yilmaz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

In this study, the tracheal tissues of rats inhaling cigarette smoke passively during different periods were examined by light and electron microscopy. Malonaldehyde, erythrocyte catalase and arginase levels were also measured. Three groups were formed and a total of 15 Wistar male rats weighing 200-250 g were used. Rats assigned to the first and second groups were made to inhale cigarette smoke for 30 and 60 minutes respectively for a total of 3 months. The subjects in the third group were made to inhale clean air as a control. Cigarettes without filter tips were used througout the study. Lit cigarettes …

Smooth Muscle Actin (Sma) Immunoreactivity In Primary Glomerulonephritis (Gn), Duygu Düşmez, Gülfi̇li̇z Gönlüşen, Emel Akoğlu, Sevgi̇ Küllü, İlhan Tuncer

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The aims of this study were to determine the role of interstitial and glomerular myofibroblasts in the progression of various glomerulonephritis, and to assess the value of myofibroblasts in determining long-term renal outcome. The biopsy specimens of 42 primary glomerulonephritis cases were reviewed and stained immunohistochemically with alpha smooth muscle actin antibody. The serum creatine level was compared to the pathological changes. The interstitial alpha smooth muscle actin staining correlated with the serum creatine level at the time of biopsy. The glomerular staining, conversely, did not show any relation with renal function. Interstitial myofibroblasts play a role in the development …

A Study On The Rat Stapedial Artery Under The Dissection Microscope, Cahi̇de Ortuğ

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The stapedial artery is a rare anomaly in man. However, an undetected persistence of the artery may cause problems during middle ear surgery. The studies on its course are inadequate. The aim of the present paper is to describe the course of the stapedial artery in rats, through an examination under a dissection microscope.

The Effect Of Sulfur Dioxide On T-Butyl Hydroperoxide Induced Oxidative Stress In Lung Tissues Of Rats, Saadet Gümüşlü, Di̇jle Ki̇pmen Korgun, Süreyya Bi̇lmen, Gülteki̇n Yücel, Pi̇raye Yargiçoğlu, Aysel Ağar

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

In this study, the effects of sulfur dioxide (SO_2) ,a common pollutant in urban air, on t-butyl hydroperoxide-induced oxidative stress in rat lung tissues were examined. Ten young rats and 10 adult rats were exposed to SO_2 while another 10 young rats and 10 adult rats made up the control groups. Ten ppm SO_2 was administered to the animals of the SO_2 groups in an exposure chamber for one hour a day every day for 6 weeks. The control groups were exposed to filtered air in the same chamber for the same period. At the end of the experimental period, …

In Vivo Interaction Between Cadmium And Essential Trace Elements Copper And Zinc In Rats, H. Hakan Aydin, Canan Çoker, Bi̇ltan Ersöz

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

The complex in vivo interaction between Cd, a toxic metal and essential trace elements, mainly Zn and Cu, has not been elucidated yet. The objective being the elucidation of this interrelationship, Cd was subcutaneously administered as CdCI_2 (1 mg/kg/day) for 5 consecutive days to Swiss albino male rats (n=10). After 5 days, the rats were decapitated. Cd, Zn and Cu levels were estimated in hepatic, renal, cardiac and skeletal muscle specimens. Cd was found to be significantly elevated in all tissues (p< 0.001). Zn was increased in hepatic and renal tissues (p< 0.001 and p< 0.05) compared to the controls. Cu was also significantly increased in these tissues. Myocardial and skeletal muscle tissues also manifested a significant increase in Cu and Zn in this group. It is concluded that Cd administration alters the Zn and Cu status in vivo. However, the mechanism underlying the interactions between toxic and essential elements should be further investigated.

Immunohistochemical Expression Of C-Erb-B2, Steroid Receptors And Cathepsin-D In Breast Carcinomas: A Clinicopathologic Trial, Hadi̇ce Eli̇f Peştereli̇, Okan Erdoğan, Bahar Kiliçarslan, Taner Çolak, Evren Tercan, Mustafa Akaydin, Şeyda Karaveli̇

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Aim: We investigated the role of c-erb-B2, hormone receptors and cathepsin D in breast carcinoma progression and their correlation with each other. Methods: Forty-six breast carcinoma patients, operated on in the deparment of surgery and diagnosed in the pathology department, were classified according to their histopathological characteristics; the results of immunostaining with estrogen and progesterone receptors, c-erb-B2 and cathepsin-D were correlated with the stage and the disease-free survival of the patients. Results: Nuclear positivity was observed in 23 (50 %) cases for estrogen receptor and in 16 (34.8 %) cases for progesterone receptor. There was membranous staining with c-erb-B2 in …

The Short-Term Results Of Intensive Insulin Therapy In Preadolescent Children With Type-1 Diabetes, Ayşenur Ökten, Gülay Kaya, Mukaddes Doğan Kalyoncu, Gamze Çan

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Purpose: The aim of this study was to observe the effects of and compliance with an intensive insulin regimen in preadolescent children with type-1 diabetes. Patients and methods: Eleven insulin-dependent diabetic patients, five girls and six boys aged 8 - 11 years (mean 9 years 3 months) with a mean±SD diabetes duration of 2±1.07 years, participated in this study. The results of the intensive insulin regimen were evaluated after one-year follow-up in 11 patients, and in 8 patients at 18 months. In the first year of this study we aimed to bring about higher blood glucose than is generally advised, …

Lung Functions In Workers Exposed To Tobacco Dust, Ahmet Tevfi̇k Sünter, Faruk Bağirici, Ci̇had Dündar, Abdullah Marangoz, Yildiz Pekşen

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Workers in the tobacco industry are exposed to tobacco dust, which has allergenic and irritative effects on airways. In this study, our aim was to determine whether tobacco dust has any effect on lung functions and volumes. A questionnaire about working conditions was applied to 448 workers, some of which had been exposed to tobacco dust while others had not, and all workers underwent measurements of spirometric flow and volume. Of the study group, 126 workers were exposed to tobacco dust for more than 10 years and 55 were not. All of these 181 workers were also nonsmokers. There were …

Fetal 45,X/46,Xy Mosaicism, Cytogenetic And Morphologic Findings In Pregnancy, Murat Derbent, Banu Bi̇lezi̇kçi̇, İdi̇l Alpas, Volkan Baltaci

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Irreversible Blindness: An Unusual Complication Of The Caldwell-Luc Operation, Gülhanim Haciyakupoğlu, Müsli̇me Yalaz, Altan Atakan Özcan, Erol Aksungur

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

A Case Of Malignant Hyperthermia During Sevoflurane Anesthesia, Si̇bel Bariş, Deni̇z Karakaya, Fuat Güldoğuş, Bi̇nnur Sarihasan, Ati̇lla Tekat

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Hibernoma: A Case Report And Discussion Of A Rare Tumor, Mustafa Kösem, Meti̇n Karakök

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Sialolithiasis (Salivary Stone), Mehmet Dalkiz, Necdet Doğan, Bedri̇ Beydemi̇r

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.

Rescue 991: The Malaysian Civil Defence Emergency System, Abdul Aziz Siti Azrin

Student Works (2000-2009)

The Rescue 991 Emergency Line has emerged since a few year back and has been reserved for the use of The Civil Defence Force of Malaysia, which was first brought forth in the year 1952. The Civil Defence Force of Malaysia is a government department which handles emergency cases especially those regarding with accidents di asters and war. The Rescue 991 Emergency Line has been officially launched on the 20°1 May 1995 on the emergency line for The Civil Defence Force for Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley. Because of the encouraging responses received in Klang Valley, the emergency line ha …