Apr 03, 2018

Austin Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Emergency Contraception Editorial Commentary

Abstract: Emergency contraception is method of contraception that helps to prevent unintended and unplanned pregnancies after unprotected sex and before the implantation. This contraceptive method includes either the use of Emergency Contraceptive Pills...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Structural Features Placenta Monochorionic Monozygotic Fruits

Abstract: Histological, histochemical, immunohistochemical and morphometric methods studied 12 consecutive identical twins with total villous shell, weighing 650-800g and 12 consecutive singleton pregnancies weighing 450-550g...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Effects of a Physiotherapeutic Intervention on Coital Pain

Abstract: The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) defines coital pain as discomfort during sexual inter course that can be classified as vaginismus or dyspareunia...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Evaluation and Comparison of Efficacy and Safety of Foley Catheter with and without Traction in Preinduction of Labour

Abstract: The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of labour preinduction rate with the use of the Foley catheter with and without traction. Main outcome measures were cesarean section and assisted labour rate...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Orthopedics

A Single-Provider Technique for the Closed Reduction of Humeral Shaft Fractures

Abstract: Humeral shaft fractures (HSFs) account for approximately three percent of all fractures and 20% of all fractures in the humerus [1]. In the elderly population, the mechanism of injury is usually related to a low energy fall from standing...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Internal Medicine

Extranodal NK/T Cell Lymphoma, Nasal Type

Abstract: Natural killer/T cell Lymphoma, Nasal type (NKTLN), is an extranodal lymphoma, with a poor prognosis due to the late diagnosis and its aggressive behavior. The initial nasal symptoms of NKTLN are unspecific, contributing to the delay of a diagnosis...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Internal Medicine

BRAF Mutations in Lung Cancer: When Looking for the Needle in the Haystack

Abstract: The BRAF gene on chromosome 7 (7q34) encodes a Ser-Thr protein kinase that belongs to the highly oncogenic RAS/RAF/MEK/ ERK signaling pathway, a direct effector of RAS, which induces its activation by dimerization, and thereafter activates MAP kinase/ERK signaling pathway...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Internal Medicine

Metabolic Syndrome Associated with Steatohepatitis Significantly Increases the Risk of Hyperplastic Colonic Polyp

Abstract: Objective: This study evaluated whether metabolic syndrome increases the risk of Hyperplastic Polyps (HPs) in patients with Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). In accordance with our previous study, advanced hepatic fibrosis in...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Internal Medicine

Chronic/Recurrent Fusobacterium Necrophorum Tonsillitis Paralleled With Palindromic Rheumatism, Being Complicated by Necrobacillosis: An Integrated Review of Autoimmunity Induction

Abstract: On the occasion of a 50-year-old Caucasian female with a history of Chronic/Recurrent Tonsillitis (CRT) accompanied by Palindromic Rheumatism (PR), who presented with ongoing high fever with rigors and a sore throat for the past week...


Apr 03, 2018

Austin Internal Medicine

Relationship between Activities of Daily Living and Cognitive Function among Community-Dwelling Elderly in Urban Areas of Kayseri, Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract: Introduction: This study aimed to describe the relationship between activities of daily living and cognitive function community-dwelling elderly in an urban area...


Apr 02, 2018

Journal of Family Medicine

The Association between Body Mass Index and Metabolic Conditions

Abstract: Introduction: Obesity is one of the significant public health epidemic and its global prevalence is increasing. Along with this, certain risk factors including malnutrition, lack of physical activity and high stress levels contribute to the...


Apr 02, 2018

Austin Journal of Anesthesia and Analgesia

Postoperative Liver and Kidney Function Following Total Intravenous Anesthesia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract: Introduction: Compared with volatile anesthetics, less information is available about the hepatic and renal impact of intravenous anesthetics. The aim of the present study was to evaluate and compare the effect of midazolam and propofol on postoperative liver and renal functions...