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View article: Impact of lifestyle modification practices and pharmacogenetics of ACE I/D gene polymorphism in grade 1 hypertensive patients
Impact of lifestyle modification practices and pharmacogenetics of ACE I/D gene polymorphism in grade 1 hypertensive patients Open
A BSTRACT Background: Hypertension is a chronic disease whose prevalence is gradually increasing in society. It causes disease burden for a country, especially in low and middle-income countries. The present study aimed at analysing the im…
View article: Prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome by the international evidence-based guidelines: A nationwide cross-sectional survey
Prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome by the international evidence-based guidelines: A nationwide cross-sectional survey Open
Background: Data regarding the nationwide prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in Bangladeshi women is scarce. Additionally, a prevalence study using the stepwise decision-making approach, incorporating antimüllerian hormone (AMH…
View article: Heart rate variability after deep relaxation in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients: Non linear analysis
Heart rate variability after deep relaxation in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients: Non linear analysis Open
Background: Autonomic nerve dysfunction has been noted in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). It needs not only medical management but also lifestyle modification. Regular practice of yoga based deep relaxation technique (DRT) cause improveme…
View article: Feeding practices among children 6-23 months attending in an outpatient department of a tertiary level hospital in Dhaka
Feeding practices among children 6-23 months attending in an outpatient department of a tertiary level hospital in Dhaka Open
Background: As malnutrition is not considered a disease, it remains a hidden health problem and quietly steals energy, retards growth and development, and lowers body resistance to infection. This study aimed to assess the feeding practice…
View article: Risk Factor Distribution and complication Patterns in st-elevation Myocardial Infarction: a Prospective study
Risk Factor Distribution and complication Patterns in st-elevation Myocardial Infarction: a Prospective study Open
View article: Knowledge, attitude and practice related to cervical cancer prevention among medical students in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study
Knowledge, attitude and practice related to cervical cancer prevention among medical students in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study Open
Cervical cancer remains a substantial global health burden despite being preventable and treatable, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. In Bangladesh, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women, with mortali…
View article: Prevalence and characteristics of women with polycystic ovary syndrome and isolated diagnostic feature using the International evidence-based guideline and antimullerian hormone: A nationwide cross-sectional survey
Prevalence and characteristics of women with polycystic ovary syndrome and isolated diagnostic feature using the International evidence-based guideline and antimullerian hormone: A nationwide cross-sectional survey Open
Background: Previous studies reported polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) prevalence using consensus guidelines and ultrasonography. Data on stepwise decision-making by the International evidence-based guidelines and using anti-mullerian horm…
View article: Ecology and epidemiology of multidrug-resistant Salmonella in synanthropic small mammals in Bangladesh
Ecology and epidemiology of multidrug-resistant Salmonella in synanthropic small mammals in Bangladesh Open
View article: Comparative Assessment Of Health-Related Quality Of Life In Osteoporosis Patients Treated With Teriparatide Versus Zoledronic Acid: A Prospective, Observational Study Using The OPAQ-SV Questionnaire
Comparative Assessment Of Health-Related Quality Of Life In Osteoporosis Patients Treated With Teriparatide Versus Zoledronic Acid: A Prospective, Observational Study Using The OPAQ-SV Questionnaire Open
Background Osteoporosis significantly impacts health-related quality of life (HRQOL), particularly in the elderly and postmenopausal women. While multiple pharmacologic options are available, their comparative impact on HRQOL remains under…
View article: Skin Disease in Elderly: A Cross-sectional Survey in a Tertiary Care Center of Bangladesh
Skin Disease in Elderly: A Cross-sectional Survey in a Tertiary Care Center of Bangladesh Open
Background: Aging is a natural physiological process that affects various organs, including the skin. The elderly population in Bangladesh is rapidly increasing, necessitating an understanding of the common skin diseases affecting this dem…
View article: Histopathological evaluation of endometrial glycogen deficiency in primary and secondary infertile women in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study
Histopathological evaluation of endometrial glycogen deficiency in primary and secondary infertile women in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study Open
Background: Infertility is a major public health issue, affecting a significant proportion of couples worldwide. Endometrial receptivity, influenced by glycogen content, plays a crucial role for successful implantation. This study aimed to…
View article: 18F-FDG PET-CT in Re-staging Post-operative Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Five-year Experience in INMAS Dhaka
18F-FDG PET-CT in Re-staging Post-operative Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Five-year Experience in INMAS Dhaka Open
Background: Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) includes a wide variety of histopathologic subtypes. About 25–30% patients present with metastatic disease initially and 20%-40% patients later develop distant metastases. Accurate re-staging of disea…
View article: The significance and Risk Prediction of ABO Blood Group and Rh Factor in Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma- Initial Experience at INMAS, Dhaka
The significance and Risk Prediction of ABO Blood Group and Rh Factor in Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma- Initial Experience at INMAS, Dhaka Open
Objectives: Thyroid carcinoma occurs when abnormal cells in the thyroid gland start to divide and grow in an uncontrolled way. There are limited studies world-wide regarding the risk prediction of thyroid carcinoma with blood groups. In ou…
View article: Pattern of Childhood Thyroid Malignancy Referred to INMAS, Dhaka, for Radioiodine Ablation in A Decade
Pattern of Childhood Thyroid Malignancy Referred to INMAS, Dhaka, for Radioiodine Ablation in A Decade Open
Objectives: Thyroid cancer is the third most common cancer in children. It represents 1% to 1.5% of all pediatric cancers. Papillary thyroid cancer is common thyroid malignancy in children. This study is designed to see the pattern of thyr…
View article: Association between adolescent pregnancy and infant mortality: a population-based study
Association between adolescent pregnancy and infant mortality: a population-based study Open
Background Bangladesh continues to grapple with a persistently high infant mortality rate, currently at 38 deaths per 1,000 live births. Adolescent pregnancy poses significant health risks for both mothers and infants globally, yet its spe…
View article: Primary Aldosteronism: Current trends and challenges to the diagnosis
Primary Aldosteronism: Current trends and challenges to the diagnosis Open
Primary aldosteronism (PA) is the autonomous secretion of aldosterone from the adrenals causing excess salt and water retention from the kidneys. It is now a well-established fact that PA is a widely prevalent disorder affecting one in ten…
View article: Clinical Patterns of Superficial Fungal Infections in Children Attending Outpatient Department of a Tertiary Hospital in Bangladesh
Clinical Patterns of Superficial Fungal Infections in Children Attending Outpatient Department of a Tertiary Hospital in Bangladesh Open
Superficial fungal infections (SFIs) are common skin infections worldwide. These infections significantly affect the health and well-being of children, particularly in a developing country like Bangladesh. Therefore, there is need to provi…
View article: Prototype for Detecting Rhodamine B Levels in Syrup Using Filter Paper Test Media
Prototype for Detecting Rhodamine B Levels in Syrup Using Filter Paper Test Media Open
Rhodamine B is a synthetic dye commonly utilized in the textile, paper, paint, cosmetics, and soap industries. However, it is sometimes found in food and beverages to enhance their visual appeal to consumers. Long-term consumption of Rhoda…
View article: Prevalence and risk factors of allergic rhinitis in pediatric population
Prevalence and risk factors of allergic rhinitis in pediatric population Open
Background: Allergic rhinitis (AR) significantly affects the pediatric population, with rising prevalence rates and substantial impacts on quality of life. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of allergic rhinitis in ch…
View article: Impact of Narrative Therapy on Identity Reconstruction and Motivation in Clients with Acquired Brain Injury
Impact of Narrative Therapy on Identity Reconstruction and Motivation in Clients with Acquired Brain Injury Open
This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of narrative therapy in enhancing identity reconstruction and motivation among individuals with acquired brain injury (ABI). A randomized controlled trial was conducted involving 30 participan…
View article: Effect of Lifestyle Modification on Hypertension Control in Urban vs. Rural Populations: A Study of 100 Cases
Effect of Lifestyle Modification on Hypertension Control in Urban vs. Rural Populations: A Study of 100 Cases Open
View article: Anti-anxiety and anti-depressant effect of Thymus vulgaris on wister albino rats
Anti-anxiety and anti-depressant effect of Thymus vulgaris on wister albino rats Open
View article: Impact of lifestyle modification practices and pharmacogenetics of ACE I/D gene polymorphism in grade 1 hypertensive patient
Impact of lifestyle modification practices and pharmacogenetics of ACE I/D gene polymorphism in grade 1 hypertensive patient Open
Background Hypertension is a chronic disease, prevalence of which is gradually increasing in the society. It causes disease burden for a country especially in low and middle-income countries. The present study aimed at analysing the impact…
View article: Efficacy of Oral Methylphenidate and Risperidone in Treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Efficacy of Oral Methylphenidate and Risperidone in Treatment of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Background: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurobehavioral disorder of childhood. Worldwide approximately 5-12% of children have ever been diagnosed with ADHD. Dysregulation of frontal-subcortical-cerebe…
View article: Assessing behavioural and nutritional outcomes in paediatric iron deficiency anaemia: an observational study
Assessing behavioural and nutritional outcomes in paediatric iron deficiency anaemia: an observational study Open
Background: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a prevalent nutritional disorder among children, significantly impacting their growth, development, and behavior. This study aims to assess the behavioral and nutritional outcomes in pediatric ID…
View article: Impairment of Renal Function in Perinatal Asphyxia with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy in Term Neonates
Impairment of Renal Function in Perinatal Asphyxia with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy in Term Neonates Open
Background: Perinatal asphyxia is a major cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide including in Bangladesh. It causes damage to almost every tissue and organ of the body. In kidneys, renal insufficiency may occur promptly even w…
View article: Evaluation of Surgical Outcome of Pelviureteric Junction Obstructive Patients by 99mTc-DTPA Renography
Evaluation of Surgical Outcome of Pelviureteric Junction Obstructive Patients by 99mTc-DTPA Renography Open
Objectives: Pelviureteric junction (PUJ) obstruction is the most common congenital abnormality of urinary tract and accounts for about 80% cases. 99mTc-DTPA renography with diuretic challenge helps to distinguish obstructive hydronephrosis…
View article: The Intricate Diagnostic Journey of a Breast Cancer Patient, Revealing Extensive Hepatic Metastasis Through Extraosseous Uptake in Planar Bone Scintigraphy and SPECT-CT Precision Mapping
The Intricate Diagnostic Journey of a Breast Cancer Patient, Revealing Extensive Hepatic Metastasis Through Extraosseous Uptake in Planar Bone Scintigraphy and SPECT-CT Precision Mapping Open
In breast cancer patients, planar bone scintigraphy is commonly used for detecting osseous metastasis. This case report emphasizes the importance of recognizing unusual extraosseous uptake in bone scintigraphy, even when negative for osteo…
View article: Baseline PET-CT evaluation of Bone Marrow-Liver-Spleen Type of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: A Rare Aggressive Extranodal Lymphoma
Baseline PET-CT evaluation of Bone Marrow-Liver-Spleen Type of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma: A Rare Aggressive Extranodal Lymphoma Open
Bone marrow-liver-spleen (BLS) type lymphoma is a rare subgroup of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, characterized by bone marrow involvement without lymph nodes. Symptoms include fever, anemia, and hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. Early d…
View article: The Effect of Parental Monitoring and Moral Identity on Youth Delinquency
The Effect of Parental Monitoring and Moral Identity on Youth Delinquency Open
Objective: This study aimed to examine the effect of parental monitoring and moral identity on youth delinquency among adolescents in Bangladesh. Methods and Materials: A correlational descriptive design was employed using a sample of 403 …