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Assessment of procedural errors and student satisfaction in preclinical root canal treatment: a cross-sectional study Open
This study demonstrates a clear association between procedural errors, radiographic quality of RCT, and student satisfaction. While errors are an expected part of the preclinical learning process, it offers an important learning opportunit…
Gum Acacia supplementation improves adiponectin levels and HbA1c/adiponectin ratio in women with type 2 diabetes: A randomized controlled trial Open
Background: Adiponectin contributes to the regulation of glucose homeostasis and lipid profiles and plays a role in maintaining average body weight. At high serum concentrations, adiponectin sensitizes cells to insulin and exerts favorable…
Additively manufactured polyethylene terephthalate-based high-gain multiband-flexible antenna for wireless mobile applications Open
This paper presents a novel additively manufactured antenna array on a flexible polymeric substrate for conformal mobile applications. The antenna consists of two identical z-shape patch elements integrated with symmetrical arrangements an…
View article: PhysioCAFUN: a competency-based curriculum development guideline to strengthen physiology education in Africa
PhysioCAFUN: a competency-based curriculum development guideline to strengthen physiology education in Africa Open
We described the development of Physiology Curriculum for African Universities (PhysioCAFUN), a competency-based curriculum development guideline to promote physiology education in Africa. This freely accessible resource document should he…
View article: Improvement of Na+-K+ ATPase Activity and Gene Expression Associated with Glomerular Ultrastructural Protection in Diabetic Nephropathy by Acacia senegal: Role of Oxidative Stress Disturbances
Improvement of Na+-K+ ATPase Activity and Gene Expression Associated with Glomerular Ultrastructural Protection in Diabetic Nephropathy by Acacia senegal: Role of Oxidative Stress Disturbances Open
This study assessed the effects of Acacia Senegal (AS) combined with insulin on Na+/K+-ATPase (NKA) activity and mRNA expression, serum glucose, renal function, and oxidative stress in a rat model of diabetic nephropathy (DN). Sixty rats w…
Association Between Hemoglobin A1C and the Severity of Acute Ischemic Stroke in Sudanese Patients in Omdurman Military Hospital Open
Background: Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c) levels are known to be linked to a higher risk of stroke. However, no research data is available on the impact of HbA1C on the severity of acute ischemic stroke in Sudan. Methods: This study is a descript…
Efficacy of Gum Arabic as Anti-inflammatory Agent in Sickle Cell Anemia Pediatric Patients : A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase III trial Open
Background : Sickle cell disease is one of the common genetic diseases with an autosomal recessive inheritance. SCD have been acknowledge as an inflammatory condition with several indicators of an inflammatory response involving high level…
Gum Arabic in renal disease (GARDS Study): Clinical evidence of dietary supplementation impact on progression of renal dysfunction Open
Administration of Gum Arabic (GA) was associated with an increase in estimated Glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) at three months (pre 24.64 ± 8.89 vs 26.20 ± 10.1p = 0.02). Subsequently there was no significant fall in eGFR. This translate…
Dietary Fibers (Gum Arabic) Supplementation Modulates Hepatic and Renal Profile Among Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients, Phase II Trial Open
Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that mainly affects the synovial joints with systemic manifestations. RA has a major impact on liver and kidney functions as part of the disease pathogenesis or as a sequel of …
Gum Arabic (<i>Acacia Senegal</i>) Augmented Total Antioxidant Capacity and Reduced C-Reactive Protein among Haemodialysis Patients in Phase II Trial Open
Background . Oxidative processes might increase in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) according to the current literature. Oxidative stress (OS) is a risk factor of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular complications, which are majo…
Comparison of the effectiveness of lectures based on problems and traditional lectures in physiology teaching in Sudan Open
Background Lectures are one of the most common teaching methods in medical education. Didactic lectures were perceived by the students as the least effective method. Teaching methods that encourage self-directed learning can be effective i…
Acacia Senegal (Gum Arabic) Supplementation Modulate Lipid Profile and Ameliorated Dyslipidemia among Sickle Cell Anemia Patients Open
Background . Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited haemolytic anemia with a variable course and severity. Knowledge of prognostic biomarkers may help in the establishment of therapeutic intervention, management, and follow-up of patien…
Nested Polymerase Chain Reaction versus Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Rapid Diagnosis of Sinus Aspergillosis Open
Background: Fungal infections of the nose and paranasal sinuses are classified into invasive and non invasive types.Rapid detection and identification of causative fungi is crucial for effective treatment and avoidance of complications.Obj…
Biochemical effects and safety of Gum arabic (<i>Acacia Senegal</i>) supplementation in patients with sickle cell anemia Open
GA may alter the disease severity in SCA as demonstrated by its ability to decrease direct bilirubin and urea levels in the serum.
Gum Arabic Fibers Decreased Inflammatory Markers and Disease Severity Score among Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients, Phase II Trial Open
Background. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is autoimmune inflammatory disease that attacks the synovium of the joints. Both TNFand interleukin-1 play crucial roles in the pathogenesis of RA. Gum Arabic (GA) is gummy exudates from Acacia senegal…
Correlations of complete blood count, liver enzyme and serum uric Acid in Sudanese pre-eclamptic cases Open
Background: Pre-eclampsia is a serious disorder of pregnancy with unknown ethological factors that may occur at any stage of second or third trimester of pregnancy. The objectives of the present study were to assess changes in complete blo…
Gum Arabic as novel anti-oxidant agent in sickle cell anemia, phase II trial Open
BACKGROUND: Sickle cell anemia patients suffer from oxidative stress due to chronic inflammation and self-oxidation of sickle hemoglobin (Hb S). Chronic oxidative stress contributes to endothelial dysfunction, inflammation and multiple org…
Metabolic effects of Gum Arabic (Acacia Senegal) in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM):Randomized, placebo controlled double blind trial Open
Background: Gum Arabic (GA) is a water-soluble dietary fiber, indigestible to both humans and animals. While GA currently does not have any therapeutic potential, it has nutritional value and some effects on metabolism of glucose and lipid…
Effect of pre-eclampsia on glomerular filtration rate in Sudanese women Open
Background: Creatinine clearance is safest method to measure glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in pregnancy. The objectives was to study a case-control study conducted in Omdurman Maternity Hospital aimed to assess GFR, using creatinine cle…
Clinical Relevance of the cagA,vacA and babA2 Virulence Factors ofHelicobacter pylori in Egyptian Patients with Gastroduodenal Diseases. Open
Background: Helicobacter pylori (H.pylori) is a gram-negative, microaerophilic, curved rod that causes a transmissible bacterial infection of the gastric mucosal surface and affect about one half of the world's population.It induces chroni…