Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
CASE INDEX OF HUMAN BABESIOSIS IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

It is reported the evolution of a case of human babesiosis with inconclusive diagnoses in intercourse with recurrent disease framework. Diagnosed infection with Babesia microti, treatment was effective until suspended on account of the evolution of ringworm in the patient which led to the worsening of babesiosis, which induced the death of the patient. It takes more attention to the low incidence of parasitic diseases, or low virulence, or high tolerance of the human.
Vortex ring-like structures in gasoline fuel sprays: modelling and observations

Automotive gasoline fuel sprays exhibit complex structures, within which vortex rings can be clearly traced. These structures have been studied experimentally and theoretically. The experimental data used for the analysis were obtained in the following conditions. Liquid iso-octane was injected at a frequency of 1 Hz, pressures of 3.5 bar (Port (PFI) injector) and 100 bar (Direct (G-DI) injector) into air at atmospheric pressure and a temperature of 20 °C. Phase Doppler Anemometry was performed over a measurement grid that covered the whole spray. The decaying phase showed the most clearly defined vortex ring-like structures. To model the observed properties of these structures, a generalised vortex ring model was applied. In this model, the time dependence of the vortex ring thickness �e is given by the relation �e =at b , where a is an arbitrary positive number, and 2 / 1 4 / 1 d d b . The predictions of the model were compared with the results of experimental studies, described earlier. The data analyses were focused on the determination of the time evolution of the locations of the regions of maximal vorticity and the axial velocities in these locations. Most of the values of the axial velocity of the vortex ring-like structures for the G-DI injector lie between the theoretically predicted values corresponding to the late stage of vortex ring development and b=1/4 (fully developed turbulence) and 1/2 (laminar case). The results for the PFI injector seem to be not compatible with model predictions. Paper ID ILASS08-6-5
Determinants of Ever Use of Modern Contraceptives among Married Women Attending Tertiary Health Care Hospital in Bhubaneswar City, India.

Research question: What are the determinants of ever use of modern contraceptive methods among married women of reproductive age. Methodology: A cross sectional study involving 230 eligible married women attending the out patient department of gynaecology in a tertiary health care hospital of Bhubaneswar was undertaken. Results: About 170 (73.9%) married women ever used any of the modern contraceptive methods which was significantly affected by factors like "educational status of women and their husbands" and "spousal communication regarding contraception" revealed by binary logistic regression models. Conclusion: Improving the educational status of women and their husbands and planning strategies to improve husband-wife communication at the family level on fertility related issues will likely raise the level of use of modern contraceptives among married women with the ultimate goal of helping women and their families to lead a healthy life.
Partner disclosure and human immunodeficiency virus serology status among antenatal clinic attendees with human immunodeficiency virus infection in Ilorin

Background: The high prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains rampant in sub-Saharan Africa with poor partner disclosure and a high risk for infections among serodiscordant couples. Objective: To determine the prevalence, partner disclosure and HIV serology pattern among HIV positive antenatal clinic attendees. Design: A descriptive (retrospective) study. Setting: The antenatal clinic of a tertiary center in Ilorin, Nigeria. Subjects: HIV positive women receiving antenatal care at the study site from September 1, 2010 to February 28, 2013. Materials and Methods: The case files and the antenatal clinic records of all participants were retrieved, relevant data were extracted and presented in tables and charts. Results: Of the 7,342 antenatal clinic attendees during the study period, 237 were HIV-positive (prevalence 4.9%). The modal age group was 30-34 years (42.6%), adolescents were three (1.3%), 206 (86.9%) were educated, 192 (81%) were employed, 96 (40.5%) were diagnosed during index pregnancy while 141 (59.5%) were diagnosed and commenced antiretroviral therapy prior to conception. The modal age for male partners was 35-44 years (54%), 228 (96.2%) were aware of the woman's HIV status, 211 (89%) of these men were aware of their own HIV status while the 26 (11%) refused testing; the serodiscordance rate was 56.7%. Conclusion: The high serodiscordance rate for HIV infection portends a significant risk for transmission between partners; thus, higher awareness during and outside pregnancy should be improved upon to educate on strategies for preventing partner and mother to child transmissions.
Xerostomia and chronic oral complications among patients treated with haematopoietic stem cell transplantation

While some may question reading a research summary with the above title, the reality is that many of the readership will know or have known, either directly or indirectly, someone for whom haemopoietic stem cell (HSC) transplantation would be a possible contemporary treatment option, particularly as the type of patient for whom such treatment is feasible is expanded. Furthermore, with the number of long-term survivors increasing, it is becoming more likely that the dental team will be required to provide ongoing preventative care or offer pre-transplantation advice. Nevertheless, there are many potential complications and side effects, thus many of the recipients of HSC transplants are those with life-threatening illness such as leukemia, patients with myeloma or those diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease. Many of these are cancers of blood cells, most commonly white blood cells.
Ocular Discomfort Upon Tear Drying

iii Acknowledgements. iv Dedication . v TABLE OF CONTENTS. vi LIST OF FIGURES . xii LIST OF TABLES. xiv LITERATURE REVIEW: . 1 1. Dry Eye and the Sensation of Ocular Dryness: . 1 Cutaneous Dryness: What do we mean by the term Dry Skin? 2 Neural Mechanisms of Dry Skin Perception: . 3 Peripheral Afferents of Mechanoreception and their Psychophysical Channels: . 4 Relation of Intensity of Stimulus to Magnitude of Sensation:. 7 A Note about the evolution of the mucous surface to reduce the drag force:. 8 2. Neural coding mechanisms of roughness in skin:. 9 Perception of Moving Stimuli in the Skin: . 10 Molecular mechanisms of mechanosensation and its relevance to the ocular surface: . 11 3. Epidemiology of Dry Eye, Dry Skin and Dry Mouth:. 15 Epidemiology of Dry Skin:. 15 Oral Dryness – What do we mean by the term Dry Mouth? 16 Ocular Drying: What do we mean by the term Dry eye? 18 The Epidemiology of Dry Mouth and Dry Eye (ICD-9 #375.15): . 18
Clinical Presentation, Treatment and Prognosis in Children with Reye-like Syndrome

DOI: 10.4328/JCAM.3083 Received: 14.11. 2014 Accepted: 09.12. 2014 Publihed Online: 10.12. 2014 Corresponding Author: Pinar Eroglu, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic, Ankara Occupational Diseases Hospital, Ankara, Turkiye. GSM: +905055670317 E-Mail: pinarkucukeroglu@yahoo.com. tr Ozet Ailesel Akdeniz Atesi (AAA) febril serozit ataklari ile karakterize bir otozomal resesif hastaliktir. En sik gorulen semptom abdominal ve ikincisi artikuler ataktir. Eklem tutulumu genellikle alt ekstremitelerde akut monoartrit ve kronik monooligoartrit olarak gorulmektedir. AAA olan hastalarda spondiloartrit nadiren gorulmektedir. Burada biz seronegative spondiloartrit iliskili AAA olan bir vakayi sunuyoruz.
An evaluation of the textbook 'English 6' : a case study from secondary schools in the Mekong Delta Provinces of Vietnam

The present study evaluates English 6, an official textbook used for grade 6 pupils in all secondary schools all over Vietnam, in the teaching and learning context of the Mekong Delta. The research was conducted in two stages: a theoretical evaluation and an empirical evaluation. The theoretical evaluation was based on the researcher’s experience, expertise, and the literature on textbook evaluation. The empirical evaluation was based on data collected from 22 teachers and 313 pupils at 8 different secondary schools in four different provinces in the Mekong Delta in the form of questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, documents and classroom observation. The evaluation sought to find out the users’ views on the textbook, its impact on users and the users’ recommendations for improvement. The results of the evaluation show that the textbook • suits the teaching and learning context and culture, • gives much help to both teachers and pupils, • receives positive responses from teachers and pupils. Beside these merits, the textbook needs to be improved in the following ways: • More varied types of activities, especially ones which help pupils practice using the target language communicatively, should be added to the textbook content. • Free practice activities should be added after the controlled ones to help pupils practice speaking and writing creatively. • The textbook should be supplemented with language material from different resources such as picture stories, comic strips, etc. • The supporting resources need to be more widely available and better, both in terms of physical appearance and quality. The findings also indicate that textbook writers should carry out learner needs analysis before writing new textbooks to make sure they meet learners’ needs.
Hepcidin and iron regulation in chronic hemolytic anemia

Objectives The aim of the study was to investigate the changes in serum hepcidin and ferritin level in chronic hemolytic anemia (β-thalassemia major and sickle cell disease) to clarify the relation between hepcidin level and iron regulation. Background The hallmark of hemolytic anemia is reduced life span of RBCs. In β-thalassemia there is excess α-globin chain relative to β-globin chain; α-globin tetramers are formed, and interact with RBC membranes and shorten RBC survival, leading to anemia and increased erythrocyte production. Sickle cell anemia is caused by an abnormal type of hemoglobin called hemoglobin S, which distorts the shape of RBCs, especially with hypoxia. Frequent blood transfusion without proper iron chelation causes hemochromatosis. Recently, the predominant negative regulator of iron absorption and iron release was discovered - namely, hepcidin, the 25-amino acid peptide produced by hepatocytes. Patients and methods The study was carried out on 55 children, categorized into 23 children with thalassemia major, 12 with sickle cell disease, and 20 apparently healthy control children, who were matched in age, sex, and socioeconomic standard. Complete blood count, analysis of serum ferritin, hemoglobin electrophoresis, liver and renal function tests, and evaluation of serum hepcidin level using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay kits were performed. Results Ferritin level in thalassemia and sickle cell patients was significantly higher than in controls (P < 0.001). Hepcidin level in thalassemia and sickle cell patients was higher than in controls (P < 0.001). Serum ferritin showed significant negative correlation with serum hepcidin level in thalassemia patients (P < 0.05). Regarding sickle cell, there was no significant correlation between ferritin and hepcidin levels (P = 0.812). Conclusion In future, hepcidin level may allow more accurate assessment of the degree of iron overload and iron misdistribution.
Cesarean section in Babylon Province

Caesarean section (C-section) is a surgical procedure in which one or more incisions are made through a mother's abdomen to deliver one or more babies. It is usually performed when a vaginal delivery would put the baby's or mother's life at risk. A descriptive study was done in five maternity hospitals (Mahaweel General Hospital, AL-Zahrah Maternity Hospital, Eskandria General Hospital, Hashymia General Hospital, and Babylon Maternity and Children Teaching Hospital). The study was conducted on 15525 deliveries during first 6 months of 2013. The information was obtained from medical records and patient charts of these hospitals manually to record C-section percentage and their indications. The results show that percentage of C-sections was 34.4% of total deliveries. High percentage of C-sections (46.0%) was done in Babylon Maternity and Children Teaching Hospital in Hilla city. While less percentage of C-sections (23.4%) were done in Eskandria Hospital. About 42.2% of indications of C-section were not registered in case sheath of patients in some hospitals. In conclusion, the percentage of C-section in five hospitals of Babylon province to total deliveries was high in comparison to Word Health Organization (WHO).
REGULADORES VEGETAIS E QUALIDADE TECNOLÓGICA DA CANA-DE-AÇÚCAR EM MEIO DE SAFRA 1 Growth regulators and technological quality of sugarcane in the middle of the cropping season

The ripening of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum L.) is the most important aspect in the production system for sugar and alcohol industry. The objective of this work was to evaluate the technological quality of sugarcane as a function of plant regulators application in the middle of the cropping season. The experiment was carried out in a randomized block design with five replications. The treatments consisted of four plant regulators application of the class of growth retainers (Ethephon, Ethyl.trinexapac, Potassium nitrate and Potassium nitrate + Boron) and a control (natural ripening). The agricultural efficiency of maturators was affected by time application, weather condition and genetic characteristic of variety. The maturation application on 10/05/2004 allowed to explore of a significant form the genetic potential of variety as to sucrose storage in stems implicating in improvement technological quality of raw material. The maturation application on 04/08/2005 little affected technological parameters, except for Ethyl-trinexapac application, that induced significant improvement in technological quality of raw material. The sugar productivity reflected direct agricultural contribution and provided greater economical return with Potassium nitrate treatment in 2004.
AMPUTATION-RELATED BACK PAIN: PREVALENCE, ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS AND CORRELATION WITH FUNCTIONAL DISABILITY

Objective: To determine the prevalence and associated risk factors for post-amputation back pain in lower limb amputees, and to evaluate post amputation back pain-related functional disability. Methodology: Nested case control study included fifty three lower limb amputees who were more than one year post amputation and ambulatory with prosthesis. All studied lower limb amputees were underwent full history taking, measurement of intensity, frequency and duration of post amputation back pain and measurement of post amputation back pain – related functional disability by using of the revised Oswestry low back pain disability questionnaire (RODQ). Results: The prevalence of the reported back pain by the studied sample of the lower limb amputees was 64%. The mean of back pain intensity was 5.6± 2.4. The majority of these with post amputation back pain (62%) described their back pain as intermittent and 38% described their back pain as constant. More than twenty three percent of lower limb amputees reported their average back pain intensity as mild (1-4), 50% reported their average back pain as moderate (5 or 6), and 26.5% reported their average back pain as severe (7-10). As age increased, the odds of development of back pain increased. The prevalence of back pain in men was more than in women (OR =1.8, 95% CI = 1.2-2.3). The odds of development of back pain
Common adverse cutaneous drug reaction patterns and the causative drugs in Malaysia

Background: Patients with adverse cutaneous drug reactions (ACDRs) are frequently referred from primary care to tertiary centres for further management. This causes a loss of information regarding ACDRs as these patients discontinue primary care follow-up upon referral to tertiary care. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence and characteristics of ACDR, and to use this valuable information to enhance awareness of primary care physicians regarding this condition. Method: A retrospective cross-sectional study on ACDR was done at the Dermatology Clinic, Kuala Lumpur General Hospital from January 2009 to December 2010. Results: The prevalence of ACDR was 0.2%. The majority of patients (71.6%) were below 59 years of age. ACDR commonly (55.2%) occurs within hours to days of drug ingestion and is of mild to moderate severity (74.6%). About 27.6% of affected patients took 1 to 5 drugs concurrently. Common cutaneous manifestation of ACDR includes maculopapular rash (22.4%) and Stevens–Johnson syndrome (SJS, 9.7%). Antibiotics (36.6%), traditional and complementary medicine (TCM, 17.9%) and analgesics (13.4%) were the most frequent agents responsible for ACDR. Conclusion: The prevalence of ACDR in this study is low and the majority were of mild to moderate severity. The most common cutaneous manifestation was a maculopapular reaction and Stevens–Johnson syndrome. Antibiotics were the commonest causative agent for ACDR followed by traditional and complementary medicine and analgesics. Patients presenting with cutaneous disorders in primary care should be assessed for possible ACDR. A detailed drug history, time of initiation and duration of drug consumption are all valuable information required for an accurate diagnosis and proper evaluation of ACDR. It is hoped that the findings of this study will facilitate early recognition of ACDR followed by identification and elimination of any possible offending drugs that may be prescribed in primary care practice.
Accrual Accounting Accomplishments in Iranian Universities of Medical Sciences: a Mixed Method Study

2 Abstract: This study intends to specify the most important consequences out of performing first phase of financial reforms in Health System of country i.e. establishment of accrual accounting. This is a mixed method study through two consequent qualitative and quantitative phases. A valid (face and content) and reliable (using split half) check list including 23 questions was applied for the first phase and 10 assistants of management and resources development were deeply interveiwed in a semi structured manner. Descriptive analysis and thematic analysis were used for the pre stated phases respectively. Recognition of income with the highest mean versus Outer effects as the lowest one was determined in the first phase. The other accomplishments as the main themes were effects on: the board of directors of universities, managers, financial personnel, violations, processes and recources. Conclusion: considering all the accomplishments of accrual accounting in Iranian health sector, what is obvious establishment manner of this system in governmental sections and as a necessary for finding the best advantages and consequences.
Spectrum of skin diseases in Yemen (Hajjah and adjacent region).

Background Epidemiological study of skin diseases from Yemen is not available, although some data has been published from nearby Arab countries. Objective To determine the pattern of skin diseases in Yemen and particularly in Hajjah and nearby regions. Methods This is a prospective study and analysis of the consecutive new patients attending the Dermatology Clinic of Saudi Hospital at Hajjah, Yemen, from January 1997 to December 1999. The majority of the patients were from Hajjah and nearby regions but a substantial number of patients came from different distant regions of Yemen. The diagnosis was mainly based on clinical features but supported by laboratory investigations, diagnostic procedures and histopathology when needed. Results The total number of new patients was 13,840 with 14,259 diseases, with a male to female ratio of 1 : 0.81. Ninety-nine percent of the patients were Yemeni nationals. The leading group of diseases was dermatitis and eczematous disorders, followed by infections and infestations (including cutaneous leishmaniasis and mycetoma), followed by acne and acneiform disorders. Conclusion The spectrum of skin diseases in this analysis revealed that more than 50% of the diseases belonged to dermatitis and eczematous disorders and infectious diseases groups. Socioeconomic and environmental factors of the region are responsible for this. Implementation of public health programs, a proper health education, and inclusion of a suitable training program of dermatology in the undergraduate medical studies of this country may help to prevent and manage these problems rationally.
Effects of dietary Zilpaterol hydrochloride and non-steroidal growth implant on growth and carcass characteristics of feedlot lambs

The purpose of this research was to investigate the effect of zilpaterol hydrochloride (ZH) in combination with a non-steroidal growth implant on growth and carcass characteristics of feedlot lambs. The use of ZH is common in commercial beef production, however is not yet registered for use in lamb production without a veterinary prescription on an extra label basis. Lamb producers are looking to a more intensive production system for sheep, which requires a finishing phase and therefore warrants the research of growth promotants that can be used in this phase to increase efficiency. In this study 180 South African Mutton Merino male-type lambs were selected at a commercial feedlot. After the growing phase 20 lambs were excluded from the group and 160 lambs were used for the finishing phase. Half of the lambs were implanted with zeranol marketed under the name Ralgro (MSD), a non-steroidal, oestrogen like compound. The lambs were randomly put into 8 groups with different treatments, to test the different combinations of ZH, zeranol and duration of treatment. ZH was either fed for 18 days with a 3 day withdrawal period or for 25 days with a 3 day withdrawal period. The lambs were slaughtered and carcasses were chilled for 3 days before samples were taken and analysed. ZH had an effect on average daily gain (ADG), cold carcass mass and tenderness (P <0.05). ZH tended to have an effect on hide weight and cooking loss (P <0.10). The lambs treated with ZH grew 16.7g/day more than the control group and had 0.51kg heavier carcasses than the control group. Zeranol significantly affected ADG and cold carcass mass (P <0.05). Zeranol tended to influence subcutaneous fat thickness (SCF) of the 10 rib (P <0.10). Lambs implanted with zeranol grew 18.8g/day more than the control and had 0.35kg heavier cold carcasses. Duration of treatment significantly affected cold carcass mass, hide weight, pH at 45 minutes post mortem, pH after chilling, fat thickness, tenderness and SCF of the 8 rib (P <0.05). Duration of treatment had a tendency to influence cooking loss, with a longer time on treatment causing more loss (P <0.10). There were a number of interactions. ZH and zeranol (Z*R) caused significant interactions in ADG, cold carcass mass and hide weight (P <0.05). Z*R also tended to cause interactions in pH after chilling (P <0.10). Zeranol and duration of treatment (R*D) significantly caused an interaction in pH after chilling (P <0.05) and ZH and duration of treatment tended to cause an interaction in pH after chilling (P <0.10). ZH, zeranol and