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Atypical Case of the Postpartum Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Associated with Acute Pulmonary Edema
Hicham Bakkali,
Salahedine Massou,
Elhassani Mehdi,
Abdellah Babahabib,
Khalil Aboulaala,
Hicham Balkhi,
Jaouad Kouach
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, January 2014
Pages:
1-3
Received:
3 November 2013
Published:
30 November 2013
Abstract: The Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) is a clinical and radiological entity involving varying degrees of neurological symptoms to neurological abnormalities in parietal-occipital white matter. We report a case of reversible encephalopathy of late posterior postpartum encephalopathy as an association with acute pulmonary edema, in a young woman without any significant medical history. The physiopathology, diagnosis and treatment were discussed.
Abstract: The Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) is a clinical and radiological entity involving varying degrees of neurological symptoms to neurological abnormalities in parietal-occipital white matter. We report a case of reversible encephalopathy of late posterior postpartum encephalopathy as an association with acute pulmonary edema, in ...
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Poor Compliance to Inhaler Therapy in Bronchial Asthma Patients –A Prospective Study in General Population
Gajanan Gaude,
Jyothi Hattiholi,
Alisha Chaudhury
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, January 2014
Pages:
4-9
Received:
24 November 2013
Published:
30 December 2013
Abstract: Background: Considering the prevalence and associated burden of disease due to bronchial asthma, it is mandatory to obtain an optimal control of the disease and to improve outcomes for these patients. Asthma control and treatment compliance are widely investigated issues around the world. But it has been observed that there is very poor adherence to the inhalational therapy which leads to the sub-optimal control of the disease. Objectives of the study: To investigate the adherence for anti-asthma inhalational medications in adults with bronchial asthma. Methodology: A prospective study was done in a total of 400 bronchial asthma patients over a period of 2 years. Once included in the study, the patients were followed up for a total of 12 weeks for calculation of non-adherence to the aerosol therapy. Results: A total of 400 patients of bronchial asthma who were started on inhalational therapy were included in the study. At the end of 12 weeks, it was observed that, only 154 patients (38.5%) had regular compliance and 246 patients (61.5%) were non-compliant to aerosol therapy as prescribed for bronchial asthma. Factors that were associated with poor compliance were: lower educational level status, poor socio-economic status, cumbersome regimens, dislike of medication and distant pharmacies. Non-Drug factors that reduced the compliance were: fears about side effects, anger about condition or its treatment, forgetfulness or complacency and patient’s ill attitudes toward health. Conclusion: Noncompliance in asthma management is a fact of life and no single compliance-improving strategy probably will be as effective as a good physician–patient relationship. Optimal self-management allowing for optimization of asthma control by adjustment of medications may be conducted by either self-adjustment with the aid of a written action plan or by regular medical review.
Abstract: Background: Considering the prevalence and associated burden of disease due to bronchial asthma, it is mandatory to obtain an optimal control of the disease and to improve outcomes for these patients. Asthma control and treatment compliance are widely investigated issues around the world. But it has been observed that there is very poor adherence t...
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Assessment of Radiation Exposure of Head and Neck during Panoramic Radiography in Different Age Groups
Ehsan Moudi,
Sina Haghanifar,
Hoora Hadian,
Ali Shabestani Monfared,
Gholamreza Deilam,
Nika Bahemmat
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, January 2014
Pages:
10-14
Received:
3 January 2014
Published:
20 February 2014
Abstract: Background and aim: Panoramic imaging is one of the most commonly used imaging techniques in dentistry. Being able to accurately assess the radiation dose patients receive during procedures is a crucial step in the management of dose. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the head and neck skin absorbed dose during panoramic radiography in different age groups with panoramic machine of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology section of Babol school of dentistry. Materials and methods: 273 thermoluminescent dosemeters (TLDs) (100 LiF: Mg, Ti , harshaw, USA) were used.90 samples were selected from the patients who referred to the Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology section of Babol school of dentistry for panoramic radiography. .Samples divided in 3 age_ group: 4_ 10 years, 10_40 years and above 40 years . TLDs were calibrated in dosimetry laboratory, National Radiation Protection Department. Thermoluminescent signal was read out with a Harshaw 4500 (Harshaw, Bicron USA) reader. Mean and standard deviation was determined by SPSS10 software and ANOVA statistic analysis. Results: Mean ± SD of skin absorbed dose of head and neck for 90 patients was 0.47± 0.09mGy. Conclusions: Since Diagnostic Reference level (DRL) of panoramic imaging is unknown in Iran, there is no possibility to compare the current results with DRL. However, This study conclude that decrease of radiation dose seems to be achievable with lower exposure condition with the panoramic unit.
Abstract: Background and aim: Panoramic imaging is one of the most commonly used imaging techniques in dentistry. Being able to accurately assess the radiation dose patients receive during procedures is a crucial step in the management of dose. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the head and neck skin absorbed dose during panoramic radiography ...
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Case Report – Hemangioma of the Urinary Bladder
Seyma Ozkanli,
Burcin Girgin,
Duygu Kosemetin,
Ebru Zemheri
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, January 2014
Pages:
15-16
Received:
9 January 2014
Published:
20 February 2014
Abstract: Hemangioma of the urinary bladder is a rare and benign tumor which may be present at any age. Among all kinds of bladder tumors, hemangioma of the bladder constitutes just 0.6 % of them. It consists of numerous proliferative capillaries united with thin-walled, expanded blood-filled vessels that are covered by flat endothelial cells. Here, we present a case of a 60 years old man referred to our hospital with macroscopic hematuria and we discuss hemangioma of the bladder that is the diagnosis we determined after the cystoscopic examination.
Abstract: Hemangioma of the urinary bladder is a rare and benign tumor which may be present at any age. Among all kinds of bladder tumors, hemangioma of the bladder constitutes just 0.6 % of them. It consists of numerous proliferative capillaries united with thin-walled, expanded blood-filled vessels that are covered by flat endothelial cells. Here, we prese...
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