Background: Functions of Eustachian tube are essential for middle ear health, with impact on its equalization, ventilation, and protection. Smoking has been linked to altered Eustachian tube functions, thus, affecting its activities. Objectiv Read more

The average maximal outer diameter (MOD) of the appendix in adults is 0.6 cm and in children, it is between 0.21-0.64 cm. Most of the assessment of MOD of the appendix has been from radiological diagnosis. We aim to determine the correlation Read more

Hemophilia A is the most common hereditary coagulation disorder, resulting from a deficiency of clotting Factor VIII, which increases the risk of excessive bleeding and bruising. As an inclusive treatment, Factor VIII replacement therapy is g Read more

Objectives: Local anesthetics (LAs) are widely used in dentistry for their ability to block nerve impulses, particularly lidocaine. However, LAs can commonly cause neurotoxicity in vitro and in vivo. Our study investigated the neurotoxic effe Read more

A curative treatment for hypersensitivity to Blomia tropicalis is yet far from being ideally achieved; however, desensitization strategies conducted with unmodified natural extracts and chemically modified allergens (allergoids) are promising Read more

Background: The quality of life and general well-being of older adults can be adversely affected by the rising risk of social isolation, loneliness, and mental health decline which are commonly associated with aging. Cultural Read more

Background: Dichlorvos (2,2-dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate), a highly hazardous organophosphate insecticide, is increasingly implicated in suicide and homicide cases globally. Forensic differentiation between true intoxicat Read more

We were interested to read the article by Saxena et al. [1]. on a prospective observational cohort study on the validity of the clinical frailty score (CFS) as an outcome and mortality prediction tool in 166 ICU patients, conducted between April 2 Read more

Quarrying exposes host people to risks to their health as they may be exposed to high levels of heavy metals. This case controlled study investigated the impact of heavy metals found in quarry dusts on the health of quarry workers in a commun Read more

Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder characterized by a deficiency of thyroid hormones (THs), commonly as a result of insufficient hormone production or less frequently due to insufficient hormone action in target tissues. It is most Read more