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Short-Term Effect Of Water-Soluble Iodinated Contrast “Urografin” Used For Hysterosalpingography On Thyroid Profile, Mohamed Roshdi, Ahmed Mahmoud El Menayyer, Aya Mohamed Elbialy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Lipiodol is one of the most used oil-soluble contrast media (OSCM) for hysterosalpingography (HSG). Particularly concerning are its long t1/2 in tissue (50 days) and high iodine concentration (480 mg/ml). Such high iodine content can cause either Wolff-Chaikoff effect (WCE) or hyperthyroidism (Jod-Basedow phenomena (JBP)), in particular in those who have pre-existing Graves' disease or multinodular goiter. Urografin is an ionic water-soluble contrast medium (WSCM) having lower iodine concentration (300 mg/ml). Our study aimed to evaluate the short-term influence of Urografin for HSG on thyroid function. Patients and Methods: Our study is a prospective one enrolling 49 women over …

Developing A Prognostic Panel In Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer; An Immunohistochemical Study With Clinicopathological Correlation, Shaimaa M Yussif, Reham Naguib, Nahed Soliman

Mansoura Medical Journal

Introduction

Breast cancer is a heterogeneous disease with a wide range of clinical, histological, and molecular characteristics. Various diagnostic methods have been used to ascertain prognosis by evaluating various clinicopathological data, such as tumor size, nodal stage, hormone receptor status, and human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2) status, metastasis, tumor grade and lymphovascular emboli. Accurate substratification of prognostic groups with varying clinical outcomes is needed. This is particularly valid for cases of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer. The purpose of this study is to examine the immunohistochemical expression of a set of markers in hormone positive breast carcinoma cases and test …

Medial Meniscus Posterior Root Tear. A Short-Term Intervention Study, Mohamed Aboelnour Badran, Mohamed H. Eltahery, Abdelrahman Elganiny, Roshdy Mostafa Elsallab

Mansoura Medical Journal

Objective To compare the short-term clinical outcomes of partial meniscectomy and anatomical root repair for medial meniscus posterior root tears (MMPRT) in terms of knee function, pain relief, and joint stability. Methods This prospective, randomized case-control study was conducted at Mansoura University’s Knee Surgery, Arthroscopy, and Sports Injuries Unit from February 2016 to August 2018. Sixty-three patients diagnosed with MMPRT were randomized into two groups: 30 underwent arthroscopic root repair (R group) with stable fixation, and 28 underwent partial meniscectomy (M group). Patient evaluation included preoperative and postoperative Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores (KOOS) across pain, symptoms, activities of …

Clinical Features And Prognosis Of Acute Kidney Injury In Hospital-Admitted Patients With Covid-19 In Egypt: A Single-Center Experience, Hoda M. M. Abdulaziz, Aya Ahmed Mohamed Elsayed, Elshahat A. Yousef

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background While COVID-19 primarily manifests clinically as a respiratory disease, it can also impact other organs, such as the kidneys. Acute kidney injury (AKI) is frequently seen in hospital-admitted patients with COVID-19 and is linked to poorer outcomes. This research sought to explore the rate, contributing elements, and consequences of AKI in individuals with COVID-19. Methods Data from 236 COVID-19-infected patients hospitalized at wards and intensive care units (ICUs) dedicated to isolation between September 2020 and February 2021 were analyzed. Comparisons between patients with and without AKI were done using statistical tests as appropriate. Binary logistic regression analyses were performed …

The Effect Of Intraoperative Facet Joint Denervation In The Prophylaxis Of Back Pain After Spinal Fixation: A Randomized Prospective Controlled Single-Blind Study, Mohamed Ali Abbas, Ahmed Zaghlol, Ayman M Ismail, Hamdy Nabwi, Mohamed Ismail, Ahmed Sameh Nada, Mona Mokhtar, Ahmed Shaker Elakhras

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Failed back surgery syndrome (FBSS) remains a significant challenge after fixation procedures of the spine. The present research assessed the efficacy of intraoperative facet joint denervation in preventing postoperative back pain in individuals undergoing spinal fixation. Methods: A randomized retrospective controlled single-blind study was carried out on 70 patients requiring spinal fixation assigned to two equal groups: Group A: intraoperative facet joint denervation was performed, while Group B was a control group. Pain levels were evaluated utilizing the visual analog scale (VAS) for 7 days following surgery. Follow-up visits occurred at 2 weeks, 1, 3, and 6 months. The …

Urinary Kidney Injury Molecule-1 As A Biomarker For Detection Of Albuminuria And Retinopathy Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Amr Y. El Feky, Yehia M. Ghanem, Talaat A. Abdelaaty, Magdy M. Elbordeny, Rabab H. Neanaa

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Diabetic retinopathy (DR) and diabetic kidney disease (DKD) are prevalent microvascular complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The objective of this study was to examine the potential relevance of urinary kidney injury molecule-1 (uKIM-1) as a marker of DKD and DR in cases who have T2DM. Methods: A cross-sectional study has been performed among 60 cases with T2DM. They were subdivided into 30 patients with albuminuria and 30 patients without albuminuria. Sociodemographic data, fundus examination, laboratory investigations involving fasting blood glucose (FBG), fasting insulin, HbA1c, HOMA-IR, lipid profile, creatinine, and urinary albumin to creatinine ratio (ACR) have been …

Split-Dose Versus Single-Dose Bowel Preparation For Colonoscopy: A Single Center Study, Mohamed Adel, Seham Seif, Hany Shabana, Asmaa Gameel

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Colonscopy is now the gold standard for colorectal screening. Colon preparation is an important parameter for adequate bowel examination. Detection of small colorectal polyps which are precusors for colorectal adenocarcinoma needs effective bowel cleansing. Aim we performed a prospective randomized controlled trail to compare bowel cleanliness, compliance, tolerability, and patient satisfaction of a single regimen versus a split regimen for colonoscopy. Results The number of detected polyps was statistically significantly higher in the split method group as compared to the single method group (p= 0.040).Also, the prevalence features of ulcerative colitis was statistically significantly higher in the split method …

Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair With Or Without Acromioplasty, Mohamed Aboelnour Badran, Ahmed M. Barakat, Osama Samir Gaarour, Roshdy Mostafa El-Sallab

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Rotator cuff tears are a major cause of shoulder disability, particularly among individuals over 60 years of age. While subacromial decompression, including acromioplasty, has been traditionally performed during rotator cuff repair (RCR) to alleviate impingement and prevent re-tears, recent studies have questioned its necessity. This study aims to compare outcomes of RCR with and without acromioplasty. Objective: To evaluate the functional, radiological, and complication-related outcomes of rotator cuff repair with subacromial decompression versus rotator cuff repair alone in adult patients with rotator cuff tears. Methods: This retrospective comparative study was conducted at Mansoura University Hospitals between 2021 and 2024, …

Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody (Tpo Ab) Can Be Used As A Marker For Persistence Of Symptoms Of Hypothyroidism In Patients With Primary Hypothyroidism Despite Normal Tsh Level: Cross-Sectional Study, Gehad Mohamed Aldamsisy, Mohamed Ghoniem Mohamed, Mohammed Mofreh, Ahmed Albehairy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Primary hypothyroidism is one of the most prevalent endocrine conditions. Some hypothyroid patients treated with an acceptable dose of levothyroxine report continuing symptoms including fatigue, depression, and weight gain, despite having a TSH level in the lower half of the normal range. Aim to evaluate why some hypothyroid patients on levothyroxine continue to have residual symptoms despite apparently adequate replacement& laboratory euthyroid status? Patients and methods 111 Adult male and female ranging from (18-65) years with primary hypothyroidism and normal TSH taking adequate levothyroxine dose were divided into 2 groups. Group1: Hypothyroid patients with persistent symptoms despite normal TSH …

Does A Preoperative Caffeine Tablet Affect The Characteristics Of Post-Dural Puncture Headache In Caesarian Section Under Spinal Anesthesia?, Mahmoud Abdelfattah, Karim Ali Awad, Ahmed Amin Eisa, Abdullah Elsayed Abdullah Gheith, Shimaa Abd El-Satar Mohamed

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: The current study aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of administering caffeine tablets before surgery in preventing post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) in adult patients who underwent cesarian delivery with spinal anesthesia (SA). Methods: This randomized controlled study (RCT) enrolled patients aged 18–45 years who underwent elective caesarian section under SA. Patients were allocated to receive either a caffeine or placebo tablet prior to SA. Those in the intervention group received a 200 mg caffeine tablet, while those in the control group received a placebo. The primary outcome measured was the incidence of PDPH, with secondary outcomes including the severity …

Direct-Acting Antivirals For Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection In Children With Malignancy: A Review Of Current Evidence And Clinical Insights, Ashrakat Galal Aboelfotoh, Ahmad Darwish Mohamad, Ahmed Megahed Hassan

Mansoura Medical Journal

In children, hepatitis C virus (HCV) remains a serious health concern, especially those receiving cancer treatment, where repeated blood transfusions and immunosuppression significantly increase the risk of infection. The use of direct-acting antivirals (DAAs) represents a turning point in HCV management, delivering high cure rates with fewer side effects than previous therapies. In this review, we explore the latest insights into HCV epidemiology, transmission, and pathophysiology in pediatric patients, with particular attention to those facing malignancy. We will discuss the mechanisms of action, approved treatment regimens, and safety profiles of DAAs, focusing on combinations like sofosbuvir/ledipasvir in the oncology setting. …

Impacts Of Age And Androgen Level On Albino Rat Meibomian Gland: Light & Electron Microscopic Study, Amira A. Hamid, Nawal A. Hasanin, Hanaa A. Khalaf, Walaa H. E. Hamed

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Histological changes in albino rats meibomian glands in relation to age and androgen level. Aim of the work: The current research attempted to assess the impact of age and androgen level on histological structure of meibomian gland . Material and methods: Three groups of adult male albino rats were used ,each group comprised ten rats, group I: six months, group II: one year and group III : two years, Each animal at proper age was weighed , anaesthetized and blood samples were collected for estimation of dehydro-epiandrosterone (DHEA) hormone . The eyelids of each rat were dissected and prepared …

D-Dimer As A Bio-Marker For Assessment Of Disease Activity In Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients, Ahmed Othman, Amir A. Youssef, Y. Tera, Yasmin Adel

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is considered the most common inflammatory joint disorder. It can lead to early morbidity, mortality and increased incidence of functional disability. Achieving rapid remission in early disease appears to be a beneficial strategy in preventing work disability in RA patients. The lack of specificity of commonly used inflammatory markers prompted the investigation of novel ones for estimating disease activity in RA. D-dimer has been one of these new markers, as RA is known to induce a hypercoagulable state. Aim This study aimed to investigate the possibility of utilizing D-dimer as a potential marker for assessing RA …

Pulsed Radiofrequency Of Suprascapular Nerve Versus Radiofrequency Ablation Of Articular Branches Of The Shoulder For Intractable Shoulder Pain: A Randomized Controlled Study, Elsayed M. Elemam, Mahmoud M. Alseoudy, Ahmed R. Abourezk

Mansoura Medical Journal

BackgroundChronic shoulder pain is frequent in the community and can cause considerable functional impairment. The suprascapular nerve (SSN) is responsible for approximately 70% of the sensory innervation to the shoulder joint.Objectives: This randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the efficacy of pulsed radiofrequency treatment of the SSN with thermal radiofrequency ablation of the articular branches of the shoulder among patients with persistent shoulder pain.Methods 82 patients were randomly allocated into two equal groups; group PRF included patients who underwent pulsed radiofrequency of the suprascapular nerve, and group TRF included patients who underwent thermal radiofrequency ablation of articular terminal branches of …

Short Term Outcome In Pediatric Age Group Presented With Severe Head Injury, Ahmed Nazem Elafifi, Hatem Ibrahim Badr, Amr Farid Khalil, Magdy Basheer

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Pediatric head injury has been recognized as a significant public health issue, frequently resulting in disability & mortality among youth, & makes significant requirements on health services Aim To evaluate the short-term results in pediatric age group presented with severe head injury at Mansoura university emergency hospital, focusing on primary outcomes such as mortality and return to normal consciousness and secondary outcomes, including disability and cognitive dysfunction, to understand survival and post-injury quality of life. Patients and methods This prospective observational research has been conducted on 86 cases presented with head trauma and was conducted for 1 year starting …

Relationship Between Serum Micro-Rna 192 And 29c And Kidney Disease In Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Amr Y. El Feky, Talaat A. Abdelaaty, Azza A. Ismail, Rania M. Elsharkawy, Mohamed F. Amara, Shimaa M. Elrahmany

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) is a frequent and serious complication of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). This study aimed to assess the relationship between micro- RNA (miRNA)-192 and miRNA-29c expression and DKD in patients with T2DM. Patients and methods A case-control study was conducted with 160 participants: 40 T2DM patients with DKD, 40 T2DM patients without DKD, and 80 healthy controls. Plasma levels of miRNA-192 and miRNA-29c were quantified using quantitative reverse transcription PCR. Diagnostic accuracy was assessed via ROC curve analysis. Multivariate logistic regression identified predictors of DKD. Results Micro RNA-192 expression was significantly elevated while miRNA-29c expression …

Predictive Value Of Procalcitonin In Patients With Hepatitis C Virus Related Liver Cirrhosis And Sepsis, Omar Abdallah, Elshimaa Saad Eleraky, Doaa A. A. Abdeldayem, Mohamed Hossam El-Dein Zaghloul, Mohamed El-Saadany

Mansoura Medical Journal

Infection is a major source of morbidity and mortality in patients with liver cirrhosis. In about 30% of patients, bacterial infection is present on admission or develop during hospitalisation. Early detection of bacterial infection in patients with decompensated cirrhosis remain a major challenge, where time plays a crucial role. This study was conducted aiming to find the prognostic value of PCT in the patients with liver cirrhosis presenting with sepsis. During the period from June 2021 to December 2021, 75 subjects were enrolled. 50 patients with Hepatitis-C Virus (HCV) cirrhosis with sepsis. 25 patients had compensated cirrhosis while the other …

The Effect Of Parathyroidectomy Compared To Pharmacological Treatment On Biochemical Markers And Quality Of Life Among Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients With Secondary Hyperparathyroidism, Ahmed Bahie, Dina Abd El Halim Shahin, Magdy Elsaid Abd Elmagid Samour, Elshahat Ali Ahmed Mohamed Yousef

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background One-third of maintenance hemodialysis (HD) patients develop severe secondary hyperparathyroidism (SHPT). Parathyroidectomy (PTx) is recommended for resistant SHPT, but calcimimetics have reduced the need for surgery. Aim of the work: to compare biochemical and QoL parameters in HD patients with SHPT who underwent PTx to those treated medically. Subject and methods in a cross-sectional study, 200 maintenance HD patients in two equal groups: A (patients on medical treatment) and B (PTx patients). In Group A, 32 patients received Cinacalcet. A thorough history, anthropometrics, clinical examination, Electrocardiography and full laboratory tests including serum calcium (sCa), phosphorus (sPhos), intact parathormone (iPTH) …

Antifibrotic Effects Of Fucoidan Compound On Experimental Hepatic Schistosomiasis, Eman Alaa Eldin Nazir Mohamed, Nairmen Nabih Ahmed, Suzan Hassan Elgendy, Zeinab Mohamed Ahmed Gawesh, Soha Ibrahim Awad

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Schistosomiasis is a prevalent fibrotic disease characterized by inflammation and fibrous tissue deposition around Schistosoma eggs trapped in the hepatic tissue. This work aimed to evaluate the anti-fibrotic and anti-parasitic effects of fucoidan during the chronic phase of experimental schistosomiasis-mansoni in mice. Methods Sixty female Swiss albino mice were allocated into six groups; non-infected unmanaged mice group, infected unmanaged mice group, non-infected fucoidanmanaged mice group, infected fucoidan-managed mice group, infected PZQ-managed mice group, and infected combined fucoidan and PZQ managed mice. Every liver tissue was examined parasitologically, histopathologically, and by anti-transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) immunohistochemically. Serum was used to …

Application Of Milan System In Cytological Diagnosis Of Salivary Gland Lesions And Its Association With Histopathology, Asmaa Sabry Gad, Heba Salah Eldin Hany, Wagdi Fawzi Elkashef, Mie Ali Mohamed

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Salivary gland harbors a wide variety of non-neoplastic & neoplastic conditions that show heterogenicity in the same tumor tissue. The Milan System for Reporting Salivary Gland Cytology was designated to offer a standardized universally accepted reporting format for Salivary Gland FNAC. Aim: To apply Milan system for salivary gland and assess its accuracy by comparing the cytology and histopathology. Methods: In this retrospective study, the Milan system was applied on 81 FNAC cases referred to pathology lab at Oncology Centre Mansoura University during 5 years & compared results with postoperative biopsy. For cytological samples, Hematoxylin & Eosin-stained smears, cell …

The Impact Of Effective Diabetes Management On Reducing Burden In Elderly Patients: A Case-Control Study, Eslam Abdelhamid Mohamed, Mohamed A. Helaly, Ahmed Albehairy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background and aim: Elderly individuals with diabetes mellitus (DM) are more prone to experiencing common geriatric syndromes, which include impaired cognition, dementia, frailty, falls, fractures, urinary incontinence, and disability. These can significantly impair their quality of life (QoL) and could conflict with anti-diabetic medication. Therefore, we aim to evaluate the impact of controlling diabetes on the overall burden of diabetes in the elderly. Materials and Methods: 100 elderly patients over sixty-five with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were selected from Mansoura Specialized Medical Hospital (MSMH) between April 2022 and February 2023. The patients were divided into two groups: fifty diabetic …

Could Angiopioetin-1 & Angiopioetin-2 Be Considered A Predictor For Community Acquired Pneumonia Severity And Phenotypes, Magdy Mohamed Zedan, Nashwa Abusamra, Engy Osman, Rania Mohammed Emad Eldin Eldersy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and the role of biomarkers in pneumonia has been evaluated in many clinical areas. Angiopoietin-1 and Angiopoietin -2 are glycoproteins that play role in vascular development, angiogenesis, and permeability. Aim: To conduct a trial for phenotyping and endotyping of pneumonia using Angiopoietins-1 and Angiopoietin -2. Subjects and methods: This case-control study included 30 cases and 29 controls of matched age and sex. to investigate Angiopioetin-1 & -2 serum levels in both groups and then evaluated the possible association between serum Angiopoietin -1&-2 in different pneumonia phenotypes. Results: …

Relation Between Serum Vitamin D Level And Disease Activity In Rheumatoid Arthritis, Mohamed Hussein Salem, Nahed Abdullah Hassan, Adel Ibrahim Abdelsalam, Fatma Hamdy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background The role of vitamin D in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis is controversial. This study aims to assess the relation between vitamin D level and rheumatoid arthritis disease activity. Patients and methods This study was conducted on 80 rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients beside 40 healthy persons. Vitamin D level was assessed in all participants. Rheumatoid activity was assessed using DAS28 (disease activity score). RA patients were classified according to DAS 28 into two groups: active group and remission group. Results The median for vitamin D level in RA group was 23.5ng/ml. There was no statistically significant difference in serum …

Ultrasonic Criteria For The Selection Of Rib Graft For Laryngotracheal Reconstruction, Mohamed Abdulaziz Farah, Hazem Emam Amer, Ahmed Abdelfattah Elsobki, Mahitab M. Rashad Ghoneim, Ahmed Abdoo Elzhzahy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Laryngotracheal reconstruction (LTR) is a well-established surgical procedure for the management of pediatric subglottic stenosis, with rib cartilage grafts. This study was conducted to evaluate preoperative and intraoperative discrepancies of rib graft used in laryngotracheal reconstruction using ultrasonic criteria in terms of their height, thickness, and length. Methods This prospective cohort study was conducted on 10 pediatric patients who underwent LTR at Mansoura University Hospitals. Preoperative ultrasonography was performed on the right 4th, 5th, and 6th rib cartilages, measuring height, thickness, and length. These measurements were then directly compared with intraoperative dimensions of the harvested cartilage. Results There was …

Opioid Free Anesthesia Versus Opioid Based Anesthesia In Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Hysterectomy: A Prospective Randomized Double Blind Controlled Study, Mohamed Awad Albayomy, Sherif Abdo Mousa Mohamad, El Sayed Mahmoud Elemam, Ahmed Medhat Mohasseb

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: laparoscopic hysterectomy (LH) is a widely performed minimally invasive gynecological surgery. These procedures typically cause a moderate to less severe level of pain. This study aimed to compare OpioidFree Anesthesia (OFA) with OpioidBased Anesthesia (OBA) in patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy. Methods: This double blinded randomized controlled study was conducted on sixty female patients who underwent elective laparoscopic hysterectomy under general anaesthesia (GA) and were randomized into two equal groups, OFA group included 30 patients received Dexmedetomidine and S-ketamine with IV infusion whereas OBA group included 30 patients received IV infusion of fentanyl. The primary outcome was the visual analogue …

Study Of Heat Shock Protein 70 In Serum Of Cancer Breast Patients, Dina Adel Denewer, Fatma Abbas Auf, Khaled M. Abdelwahab, Mona Elwassefy

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Breast cancer (BC) is the most frequent malignancy affecting women worldwide. Heat shock proteins (HSPs) are a family of proteins that are important for the maintenance of cell homeostasis. HSPs have been overexpressed in many tumours, including BCs, lung, gastric, ovarian, endometrial and colon Aim To evaluate the relation between serum levels of HSP70 and BC in Egyptians and its impact on tumour characteristics and different histopathological types of BC. Methods This a case-control study conducted on 70 cases of newly diagnosed BC and the control group included 19 apparently healthy age and sex matched subjects. Full clinical examination …

Evaluation Of Safety And Efficacy Of Autologous Platelet-Rich Fibrin In The Treatment Of Psoriasis Vulgaris, Hajar Esamelddin, Maha Elgyyar, Mohamed Sultan

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background: Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated dermatosis characterized by dysregulated cutaneous immunity. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), an autologous biomaterial concentrated with immunomodulatory cytokines and growth factors, presents a potential novel therapeutic approach by modulating localized inflammatory pathways. Objective: This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of a topical and intralesionally autologous PRF protocol in patients with localized plaque psoriasis. Methods: In a prospective single-arm trial, sixty adults with mild-to-moderate localized plaque psoriasis (BSA ≤10%, PASI ≤10) were enrolled. PRF was prepared from peripheral blood via low-speed centrifugation without anti-coagulant. Treatment involved bi-weekly intralesionally injections and topical massage of the …

Comparison Of Baumgaertner Reduction Quality Criteria , Chang Criteria And Ap3×Ml3 Classification And Their Ability To Predict Mechanical Complications Of Trochanteric Fractures Fixed With Proximal Femoral Nail, Amr Elhadidy Elhadidy, Ahmed Abdelbadie Ibrahim, Sallam Ibrahim Fawzy, Ehab Youssef Hassanin

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background Trochanteric fractures are common injuries among the elderly. Despite advances in fixation with proximal femoral nails (PFN), Mechanical complication remain significant. Several reduction quality systems have been proposed, but their predictive value and reproducibility remain debated. Aim To evaluate and compare the predictive value and reproducibility of Baumgaertner Reduction Quality Criteria (BRQC), Chang Reduction Quality Criteria (CRQC), and AP3×ML3 classification in patients with AO Foundation/Orthopaedic Trauma Association (AO/OTA) 31-A1 and 31-A2 trochanteric fractures fixed with PFN. Methods A prospective observational study was conducted on 146 patients with 31-A1 and A2 trochanteric fractures treated by PFN. Postoperative radiographs were assessed …

Association Of Uric Acid Index And Cardiovascular Risk In Egyptian Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Reem Fathallah, Talaat Abdelaaty, Hend Ghallab, Shimaa M. Elrahmany

Mansoura Medical Journal

Background The uric acid index (UAI) has recently gained recognition as a potential indicator for cardiovascular risk, particularly among middle-aged individuals. This research investigated the association between UAI levels and cardiovascular disease risk in Egyptian patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). Methods 200 individuals with T2DM were included in this cross-sectional analysis. The UAI was derived using the logarithmic formula: Ln [fasting triglycerides × fasting uric acid × fasting glucose ÷ 2]. To estimate the 10-year risk of cardiovascular events, the SCORE2-Diabetes was employed. Results The average serum uric acid level was 4.40 ± 1.48 mg/dL, and the mean UAI …