Issue 3 Volume 8 (2019)

Residues of Ceftiofur in Healthy Rabbits after Intramuscular Administration
Written by Gamal A. Shams   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The study was performed to quantitatively determine ceftiofur residues in different rabbit’s tissues and to estimate the withdrawal time after intramuscular injection of the drug at a dose of 2.2 mg/kg BW by using high performance liquid chromatography technique. A total of twenty healthy male New Zealand White rabbits were used in this study, the rabbits were divided into two groups; the first group (n=15) was injected with ceftiofur for five successive days, while the second group (n&thi
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The Employment of CBCT in Assessing Bone Loss around Dental Implants in Patients Receiving Mandibular Implant Supported over dentures
Written by Ibrahim A. Yamany   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The aim of this study is to evaluate bone loss around implants after delivery of implant supported over dentures using CBCT. This study was performed to evaluate Postoperative bone level around mandibular dental implants using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). The study was conducted on 10 completely edentulous patients that were rehabilitated by complete overdentures Patients retained mandibular overdentures by two implants installed in the canine region and retained locator attachments. St
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Utilization of Garden Cress Seeds (Lepidium sativum L.) as Natural Source of Protein ‎and Dietary Fiber in Noodles
Written by Hanan M. A. AL-Sayed   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of garden cress (Lepidium sativum ‎L.) seeds on chemical composition, cooking properties of noodle and antioxidant properties. ‎Garden cress (GC) was added to semolina flour at different levels 5, 10, 15 % (w/w), ‎respectively. The chemical composition, cooking properties and sensory values of these ‎samples were studied. The results showed an increasing level of protein, fat, ash, and fiber ‎of garden cress noodles (G
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Evaluation of Hepatoprotective Activity of Neem Extract in Rifampin Induced Acute Hepatic Failure in Rats
Written by Maha A. Althaiban   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The liver plays a role in many body functions such as immune defense and the metabolism of sugar and fat. Rifampin (RIF) is an antibacterial drug prescribed to treat tuberculosis (TB) along with multiple drugs. Other types of infections may also be treated with rifampin. Although the therapeutic effect of RIF has many adverse effects such as hepatoyoxicity. Neem (NM) has more than 140 compounds from various parts that have been isolated and can thus play a role in preventing hepatotoxicity. The
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A Comparative Study between Effect of Physical Activity and ADAM, Vs Iron Salts on Some Physical Traces of Underground Water
Written by Nadir A.S.   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Iron deficiency is estimated to be the most common cause of anemia worldwide. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of dietary supplement ADAM (olive oil, vinegar and sodium chloride) and traditional iron salts, together with physical activity on anemic female students. Our study consists of forty anemic female students divided into four equal groups, ten students in each group; 1st group ingested ADAM with exercise, 2nd group ingested ADAM without exercise, 3rd group supplemen
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The Relationship of Training Parameters with Incidence of Injury, Sleep and Well Being of Young University Swimmers
Written by Rakesh Tomar   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The purpose of present study was to examine correlation between Training Load (TL), Monotony (MT), Strain (ST), Acute Chronic Work Load Ratio (ACWR), Sleep, Well-being and Incidence of Injuries over a pre competitive season.  The present study further compares Training load, Monotony, Strain and ACWR over seven weeks of training in a swimming team. Twelve males from the university swimming team took part in the study with the mean age of 20.41 years, mean weight 71.16 kg and mean BMI 22.19.
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Impact of HCV Genome Structure on Responder to Pegylated Interferon Therapy in Egyptian Patients
Written by Sanaa Osama Abdallah   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
This study aimed to investigate relationship of the HCV genome structure and treatment with Pegylated Interferon-α/Ribavirin (peg-IFNα/RBV) Egyptian patient. Mutations in two sites of HCV genome; the internal ribosome entry site (IRES) and the interferon sensitivity determining region (ISDR) of HCV genotype 4a were studied in details including DNA sequences and mutations detection in response to treatment. Ninety patients, responders and non-responders, to treatment with peg-IFN &alp
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Diagnostic Accuracy of Two Softwares for Detection of Intra-Bony Lesions in Multi-Detector Computed Tomography
Written by Ehab N. Alshouibi   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background: Bony jaw lesions have varied radiographic appearance and may pose difficulty in establishing radiographic differential diagnosis. Computed tomography is a useful tool to facilitate the correct diagnosis of these bony lesions. Objectives: To compare the volumetric measurement of bony lesions of the jaw using two commercially available softwares for the evaluation of CT imaging. Material and Methods: All patients were subjected for multi-slice CT scanning. The volumetric measurements w
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Use of Autogenous Dentin Graft in Mandibular Third Molar Extraction Sockets: A Split-Mouth Randomized Double-Blind Study
Written by Mohammed Nadershah   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Aim: Dentin graft has been recently used as a bone substitute in implant surgery. After third molar extraction a distal ridge defect may result. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and complications of using autogenous dentin graft after lower third molars extraction. Materials and methods: The inclusion criteria included patients with mirror-image impacted lower third molars, at least 18 years old, non-smokers, and without any medical disease. Outcomes assessed included pocket depth
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Date Supplement and Iron Salts Plus Physical Activity on Efficiency of Iron Absorption
Written by Nadir A.S.   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of date supplement and iron plus physical activity on anemic female students. This study includes 40 anemic female students, from the new valley university; they were divided into four equal groups ten in each group; 1st group ingested “date” plus exercise, 2nd group ingested date without exercise, 3rd group supplemented with iron salts with exercise, 4th group supplemented with iron salts without exercise, pre/post-test VO2max, pul
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Full-Scale Testing of Functional Product in Patients with Vegetative-Vascular Dysfunction ‎and Chronic Cerebrovascular Disorder
Written by Boisjon Tokhiriyon   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background and Objectives: The long history of traditional medicine clearly demonstrates the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of the disease. Of particular importance in modern scientific medicine is the simultaneous use natural biologically active complexes and mediccines. The objective of this study is to provide clinical evidence of the effectiveness and functional orientation of a new type of biologically active additives (BAA) in the patients with vegetative vascular dyston
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The Effect of High Pressure Processing on the Shelf Life of Chilled Meat and Fish
Written by Anna Diachkova*   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The present article represents the results of examining meat and fish samples processed with high pressure. ‎Processing vacuum-packed meat under the pressure 800 MPa for 5 minutes, and fish under the pressure 600 and ‎‎800 MPa for 30 seconds ensures the death of microorganisms, prevents protein cleavage, restrains oxidation ‎processes of lipid components, and significantly increases the acid and peroxide values. It was established that ‎treatment of chilled carp with a pressu
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The Impact of Pomegranate Peel-fortified Cupcakes on Weight Loss
Written by Lamiaa M. Lotfy   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Pomegranate peel is considered as an antioxidant and a nutritive by-product. It is easily available after the ‎production of pomegranate juice. The purposes of the current research were to use the powder of ‎pomegranate peel (PPP) as an antioxidant and a fibre-rich source to make a nutritious cupcake based on ‎‎5%, 10%, 15% and 20% PPP and investigate its effect on the weight loss of rats fed by a high-fat diet ‎‎(HFD). In total, 42 female albino adult rats were included
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Correlation between Balance and Attention in Children with Attention Deficit ‎Hyperactivity Disorder
Written by Amira H. Mohammed   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Objective: The purpose of the current study was to investigate balance in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder contrasted to normal subjects. Furthermore, it studied the relationship between their balance and the total percentile scores of ADHD Rating Scale-IV. Design: The study was a cross-sectional design. Methods: Sixty children were involved in this research from both sexes (42 boys and 18 girls) with age ranged from 60 to 84 months. They were subdivided into two groups bas
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The Influence of Two Types of Chia Seed on Some Physiological Parameters in Diabetic Rats
Written by Eman Alamri‎   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Chia seeds have been the focus of recent research; however, there are no studies available in the literature that ‎ compare the potentially different effects of black chia seeds and white chia seeds on diabetes. Therefore, the ‎ current study aimed to compare the effect of black chia seeds and white chia seeds on some selected parameters ‎ in diabetic rats. A total of 40 adult male albino Sprague Dawley rats were included in the study, and were divided ‎ evenly into four groups.
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Drug Release of Bacterial Cellulose as Antibacterial Nano Wound ‎Dressing
Written by Ali Ashjaran   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a natural polymer that can be utilized for many ‎ applications. Because of its renewable nature, good biocompatibility and excellent ‎ physical features of bacterial cellulose, it can be utilized in pharmaceutical, ‎ biomedical fields, and nanotechnology applications. In this study, we prepared ‎ antibiotic bacterial cellulose loaded with tetracycline hydrochloride and gentamicin, ‎ and its drug release, as well as antibacterial activity, were eval
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Digital Childhood: the Impact of Using Digital Technology on Children’s Health
Written by Nehad Ahmed Ibrahim Zahra   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background and Objective: Digital media can be considered as an important ‎ element of life for today's children and adolescents since they spend a lot of time ‎ using it. This increased use of digital media is associated with poor behavior and ‎ health status. Society in general and practitioners in public health in particular ‎ should promote digital media use strategies through health education. This study is ‎ aimed at evaluating the impact of using digital technology
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Prostatic Histopathologic and Electron Microscopic Changes Following Intraperitoneal ‎Injection of Gold Nanorods to Male Albino Rats
Written by Mahmoud A. A. Said   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
The field of nanomedicine has been developed to achieve enhanced and targeted delivery of biomolecules including nanoparticles. Despite their convenience, metal nanoparticles confront strenuous challenges including toxicity, low translocation ability into cells and clearance from the organs. This study aims to detect the in vivo cellular interaction between prostatic tissues and gold nanorods on the prostatic tissue and to detect the short-term effect of the gold nanorods to reach prostatic tiss
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Use of Ionic Liquids for Preconcentration/Separation of Diazinon by In Situ Solvent Formation Microextraction (ISFME) and Measurement by the UV-Vis Spectrophotometer
Written by Soheila Sedaghati   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
In the current study, the UV-Vis spectrophotometer has been used for measuring the Diazinon. The extraction and preconcentration of Diazinon was done by the use of In Situ Solvent Formation Microextraction (ISFME) method, and the ionic liquids 1-Hexyl 3-methyl-imidazolium bromide [Hmim] [Br] and lithium (bis-trifluoromethylsulfonyl) -imide [Li (NTF2)] as the opposite ion. Different parameters effective on extraction such as the sample solvent pH, the amount of ionic liquid, the centrifuge durati
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New Insights on Nigella Sativa’s Protective Effect against High Fat Diet Induced Alteration ‎in Small Intestine and Liver of Rats: a Biochemical and Histological Study
Written by Rasha Abdulrahman Alshali‎   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background : Excessive consumption of High Fat Diet (HFD) harmfully impacts body tissues and organs. Interestingly, there is a high concern towards the use of medicinal plants to ameliorate those harmful effects. Objectives: This study is aimed at investigating the effective possibility of Nigella Sativa (NS) seeds powder on liver and small intestine of the rats fed on HFD using biochemical, histological and morphometric techniques. Material and Methods: Eighteen adult male albino rats were rand
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Determining the Correlation between Oral Hygiene and Periodontal Conditions around ‎Different Types of Restorations Using Radio-graphic Evaluation
Written by Mohamed Tharwat Hamed   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Objective: In the healthcare setting, periodontal disease is among common dental disease ‎resulting in tooth loss. Given its increased prevalence, the study determines the correlation ‎between oral hygiene and periodontal conditions using radiographic data. Methods: A ‎cross-sectional study design was used and radio-graphic data of 1000 patients (aged 16 ‎years or above) from King Abdul Aziz University Faculty of Dentistry (KAUFD) was ‎assessed. The patients were divided into
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Effect of Black Raisins (Vitis vinifera) on Aluminum Chloride Induced Alzheimer's ‎Disease in Male Albino Rat
Written by R. M. Aljarari   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is one of the most common dementia causes especially in elders. Black raisins ( Vitis vinifera) have memory-enhancing effects. This study was designed to investigate the effect of oral administration of black raisins (V. vinifera) on aluminum-chloride (AlCl3) induced AD in male albino rats. Forty a dult male Albino rats were equally and randomly divided into five groups, 8 rats in each. The rats of the first group received a vehicle and served as controls. The animal
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Association between Vitamin D Status and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus in Saudi ‎Adolescents
Written by Alqudsi K.K.   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background: Nowadays, the deficiency of vitamin D (VD) is a health problem worldwide, that affects many people including adolescents who have type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). However, the role of VD in autoimmune diseases such as T1DM has been a recent interest. Aim: This study was designed to assess the VD deficiency prevalence in Saudi adolescents with or without T1DM. Methods: In this case-control study, 49 T1DM and 49 control (non-DM) (N=98), age and gender-matched were enrolled. The study w
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Prophylactic Impact of Beta vulgaris L in Ameliorating Cyclosporine A-Induced Hepatotoxicity in Rats
Written by Wafa I. Albalawi   Published On Issue 3 Vol 8, 2019
Background: Hepatotoxicity induced by Cyclosporine A (CsA) remains one of the major side effects. The aim of this study was to determine the protective effects of beet root (Beta Vulgaris L) extract and silymarin against hepatotoxicity induced by Cyclosporine A in rats. Methods: Sixty male albino rats, were divided into 6 groups (n=10). Group I control group. Group II CsA-treated and received (50mg/kg weight, orally). Group III received (500mg/kg b.wt) beet root extract orally. Group IV received
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