Issue 3 Volume 11 (2022)

Efficacy and Safety of Combination Therapy of Zinc and Silver Oxide Nanoparticles in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats
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Written by Shubhangee Suresh Gaikwad   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
In the present study, Zinc oxide nanoparticles andSilver Oxide nanoparticles were evaluated for their in vivo and in vitro antidiabetic activity. The resulting ZnO, Ag2O were characterized via various methods like UV, XRD, FTIR, PSA and SEM, TEM, and ICP-OES. The synthesized NPs were tested sub-acute oral toxicity model by abiding by the OECD425 guidelines. The male Wistar rats with a weight ranging from 180-200 g were grouped as follows: normal control: those that didn’t received any trea
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Frequency of Hepatitis C Infection in Hospital Patients in Ha'il, KSA: A Retrospective Analysis
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Written by Rafat Zreiq   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Few studies have assessed the prevalence of hepatitis C infection in the general population of Ha'il in KSA or among hospital patients. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence, correlates, and patterns of HCV antibodies among individuals attending King Khalid general hospital. A retrospective analysis was applied to evaluate HCV seropositivity among individuals who attended a tertiary care system from June 2020 to June 2021 in the Ha’il region, KSA. Clinical and demographic data of
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Plant-Based Dietary Supplements and Antler Products for Prevention and Treatment of Age-Related Diseases: Efficacy Study
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Written by Valery Sergun   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Since age-related diseases and conditions are a growing global concern and many scientists are searching for better approaches to enhancing the work performance of the aging population, it is important to find ways to prevent and treat age-related conditions, handle inadequate nourishment and increase work-related efficiency. Exploring plant-based dietary supplements and supplements with antler products, we selected two new supplements developed and manufactured by Biolit Science and Production
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Hematological and Biochemical Changes among Visceral Leishmaniasis (Kala-Azar) Patients Under Sodium Stibogluconate (SSG) and Ambisome Therapy
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Written by Tawadd Salah Ahmed   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) remains one of the most serious public health concerns owing to its increased morbidity and mortality in untreated cases. The current study aimed to estimate hematological and chemical parameters among VL Sudanese patients in ElGadarif State Whole blood samples of 39 VL patients were collected for complete blood count and clinical chemistry parameters, Complete Blood Count (CBC) was performed, and clinical chemistry parameters were carried out via chemical analyzer Bi
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Simultaneous Estimation of Nebivolol Hydrochloride and Hydrochlorothiazide in Tablets
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Written by Kamal Shah   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
A method was established for simultaneous valuation of Nebivolol hydrochloride (NBH) and Hydrochlorothiazide (HYT) from the tablet dosage form by partial simultaneous equation method, the method was found to be sensitive and accurate. The maxima of both the drugs were noted in 0.1 N hydrochloric acid. The NBH has lambda maxima at 283 nm and HYT at 270 and 320 nm. As NBH shows no absorbances at 320nm. So effective wavelengths designated were 283 nm and 270 nm for Method I, 283 nm, and 320 nm for
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Relationship between Learning Style and Academic Performance among the Generation Z Students in Kuala Lumpur
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Written by Siti Aishah Hanawi   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Every student has a unique learning style. Their personalities are shaped by factors affecting their learning styles. Besides that, it is evident that students’ distinctive learning style has a significant impact on their academic success. A cross-sectional study was done to investigate the degree of association between students’ learning styles and academic achievement. This research was conducted in Kuala Lumpur, and the participants were first- to third-year biomedical science stu
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Bullet Vascular Injury at a Pediatric Age: A Two-Case Report from Saudi Arabia
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Written by Khalid Abdulrahman Brekeit   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Gunshot injuries are a rare cause of vascular injury in the pediatric age group, mostly occurring accidentally. They are very serious injuries and could even be life- or limb-threatening, even with slow- velocity bullets. Here, we report two cases of vascular injury induced by different types of weapons. The first case was a four-year-old boy who presented with a left axillary artery injury caused by a gunshot bullet. The diagnosis was made by a computerized tomography angiogram (CTA). CTA showe
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Stress among Teachers in Virtual Classrooms Working in the Higher Education Sector during the COVID-19 Outbreak
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Written by Shashi Kumar CG   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Teaching is one of the most stressful professions since teachers have many responsibilities to meet the targets such as teaching, lesson planning, classroom management and discipline, supervisory role, extracurricular activity, etc. However, during the COVID-19 outbreak, teaching has become challenging for professional teachers. A total number of 85 professional teachers were screened, by which 73 subjects provided informed consent to take part in the study and were included in the study. A
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Assessment of Knowledge, Awareness and Practices about Periodontal Disease among Secondary School Teachers
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Written by Girish Suragimath   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Periodontal disease if left untreated, results in loss of teeth and contributes to systemic inflammation. Prompt realization and treatment of gingivitis and improving the oral hygiene measures will prevent its spread to the underlying periodontium. School teachers play an important role as a positive stimulus on the overall development of the students. The current questionnaire-based cross-sectional study was conducted to assess knowledge, awareness, and practice (KAP) about the periodontal dise
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The Use of the New Dietary Supplement with Lake Salts in Treating Primary Dysmenorrhea
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Written by Valery Sergun   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
For centuries, plants and minerals have been used for treating symptoms of dysmenorrhea, relieving pain, restoring lost nutrients, and improving the quality of life. For our study, we employed a new dietary supplement that is plant-based and consists of burdock root, cranberry extract, underground and above-ground parts of marsh cinquefoil, and natural mineral salt of Siberian lakes. The patients (girls in puberty) had neither identified underlying health conditions nor recorded allergic reactio
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Awareness, Perceived Risk, and Protective Behavior Towards Covid-19 Among Undergraduate Students of Delhi and NCR, India
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Written by Mamta Bhardwaj   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Preventive measures are the best cure for any disease as they reduce the infection rate. Preventive measures are affected by knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards the disease. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the awareness, perceived risk, and protective behavior toward COVID-19 among undergraduate students of the Delhi and National Capital Region, India. An online questionnaire-based random survey was conducted amongst 605 undergraduate students to assess the demographic characterist
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Contributing Clinical Presentation, Risk Factors, and Outcomes for Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patients: A Single-Center Retrospective Study
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Written by Basmah Alsukhayri   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
In patients with diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is the most common acute metabolic complication and occurs more frequently in those with type 1 diabetes (DM1). DKA is a hyperglycemic crisis that develops due to insulin insufficiency. It can be due to insulin noncompliance, newly diagnosed diabetes mellitus, a subtherapeutic dose, and conditions that cause hyperglycemia leading to elevated ketone bodies (e.g., urinary/ respiratory tract infections), and some drugs. As reported by
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Thymoquinone Prevents Doxorubicin-induced Hepatic-injury by Mitigating the Impairment of Mitochondrial Respiration and Electron Transport
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Written by Batoul Madani   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Doxorubicin (DXR) is an anthracycline antibiotic that is commonly used in cancer treatment. The purpose of this study was to see if Thymoquinone (THY) could reduce the hepatotoxic effects of doxorubicin. All animals were divided into four groups: control (Phosphate buffer i.p. 0.5mlkg-1/day), THY (10mgkg-1/i.p/daily), doxorubicin (20mgkg-1/i.p/single dose), THY (10mgkg-1/i.p/daily) + DOX(20mgkg-1/i.p/single dose on Day 7). Changes in hepatic enzymes in serum ALT, AST, and GGT, as well as tests f
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Ethnic Differences in Bone Mass and Vitamin D status in Young Women Living in the UK
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Written by Khulood Hussein   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
The connection between bone geometry and ethnicity has yet to be fully researched, especially as it relates to 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D. This preliminary study aimed to investigate differences in bone geometry specifically at the radius and tibia, as well as in 25(OH)D concentrations, between Saudi (S), Pakistani (P), and Caucasian (C) premenopausal women. A further aim was an examination of a possible link between 25(OH)D concentration and indices of bone geometry. Seventy-two healthy preme
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Snakebite Envenoming: A Comprehensive Review on Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Potential Treatments Role of Proteomics and Bioinformatics
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Written by Ahmad Mohajja Alshammari   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Since snakebite has been a medical problem for many decades, very little progress has been made in reducing the number of people who die. Snakebite kills millions of people worldwide each year, and many more are severely harmed. A wide range of bioactivities, including bleeding, inflammation, and discomfort, as well as cytotoxic, cardiotoxic, and neurotoxic effects, are involved in snake venom's envenomation. Numerous toxin-rich proteins may be found in the venomous snake species whose antiv
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The Association of Physical Activity with Academic Performance Among Medical Students at King Abdulaziz University, a Cross-Sectional Study
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Written by Khaled Yaghmour   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
We sought to determine the associations between physical activity (PA) level and academic achievement and the correlation of PA with other variables. We also aimed to determine the exercise barriers among medical students at King Abdulaziz University (KAU). This cross-sectional study was conducted from March to May 2022, and 354 students participated. The students' PA was measured using the International physical activity questionnaire–short form (IPAQ-SF). The last semester's grad
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Coronary Artery Calcium Score: Current Efficacy of Cardiac CT in Patients at Hail Region, Saudi Arabia
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Written by Qurain Turki Alshammari   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Calcium levels in the Coronary Artery are an indicative marker of the presence and extent of atherosclerosis. This serves as an additional prognostic indicator in addition to traditional risk factors. Moreover, the coronary calcium test is associated with a descriptor known as the calcium score or calcium score (Cs), which is primarily useful for stratifying the risk of asymptomatic patients, while for patients with acute or chronic chest pain, coronary axial computed tomography is generally req
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Comparison of Vaccine Acceptance between COVID- 19 and Seasonal Influenza among Pregnant Women, in Saudi Arabia
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Written by Ali Mahmoud Hibshi   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
Influenza is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, and pregnant women are at a higher risk of severe complications than the general population. Influenza could spread alongside COVID-19. The study aim to evaluate and contrast the levels of acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccination with the seasonal influenza vaccine among Saudi Arabian expectant mothers. This observational qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted among pregnant women in Saudi Arabia in July 2022. Probability
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An Overview of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss: Systematic Review
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Written by Yahia Abdelgawad Elsayed Elboraei   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
The term "noise-induced hearing loss" (NIHL) refers to sensorineural hearing loss brought on by either acute acoustic trauma or prolonged exposure to loud noises. Noise exposure has the potential to permanently change the hearing threshold due to irreparable damage to the inner ear. Many risk factors affect the incidence of NIHL including personal factors; such as genetic factors, age, sex, and lifestyle; and elements relating to the noise; such as the length of exposure, its volume, a
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Rare Actinomycetes from Undiscovered Sources as a Source of Novel Antimicrobial Agents to Control Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
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Written by Bothaina Ali Alaidaroos   Published On Issue 3 Vol 11, 2022
The major cause of death worldwide is infectious diseases and about 10 billion deaths, which represent 25% of all the major causes of death per year were recorded due to the rapidly increasing number of infections in hospitals among compromised and injured patients. Recently, the increasing prevalence of multi-drug resistant bacteria which cause serious healthcare-associated infections in hospitals were reported. The emergence of resistance to aminoglycosides, β lactam antibiotics, and meth
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Issue 3 Volume 13 (2024)