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Venous Thromboembolism after Orthopaedic Surgery – How Long is the Patient at Risk?

Jul 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2474-7785.jarh-16-1067
Nikhil NanavatiCorresponding author

Aim Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in hospital with orthopaedic surgery already an established risk factor. This study aims to establish the length of time that a patient is at risk of sustaining a VTE post orthopaedic surgery. Method A retrospective case…

Docosahexaenoic Acid Supplementation is Not Anti- Inflammatory in Adipose Tissue of Healthy Obese Postmenopausal Women

Jul 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-17-1636
Peter R. HoltCorresponding author

Adipose tissue inflammation is associated with obesity comorbidities. Reducing such inflammation may ameliorate these comorbidities. n-3 fatty acids have been reported to have anti-inflammatory properties in obesity, which may modulate this inflammatory state. In the current study a 1 gram per day o…

Repeat Thoraco-Amniotic shunt placement to treat Fetal Pleural Effusion due to Pulmonary Sequestration

Feb 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2997-2086.jfs-16-1098
Sathyaprasad BurjonrappaCorresponding author

We report a twin gestation with one fetus afflicted by a left sided Extra-Lobar Sequestration (ELS) in a morbidly obese mother. The ELS was complicated by a left pleural effusion in the second trimester unresponsive to maternal steroid administration. We discuss the need for repeat shunt placement,…

Efficacy of a Hypocaloric Mediterranean Diet in Overweight Patients: Factors Predictive of Completion

Dec 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-16-1390
L Serra-MajemCorresponding author Nutrition Research Group, Research Institute of Biomedical and Health Sciences, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.

Objectives: To evaluate the efficacy of a weight loss programme and the factors that predict successful adherence of the treatment. Methodology: A retrospective chart review of 500 overweight outpatients (427 women, 73 men), mean age 41.7 years (range: 18–81) and mean BMI of 31.44 kg/m2 (range: 25.0…

High Rate of Asymptomatic Myocardial Ischemia in HIV Infected Population in Bobo-Dioulasso in Burkina Faso

Nov 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-16-1271
S. J. B. TougooumaCorresponding author

Introduction The cardiovascular complications have became the 3rd cause of death and the 4th reason for hospitalization of the patients infected by the HIV. The objective of this work was to determine the frequency of asymptomatic myocardial ischemia among patients infected by the HIV receiving anti…

Addressing the gastrointestinal health associated with schizophrenia: The argument for a new nutrition-based intervention

Nov 2016
John RobstCorresponding author

The purpose of this paper is to review the literature linking schizophrenia with chronic inflammation and gluten sensitivity. In addition, the paper discusses the need for dietary interventions that may improve multiple health outcomes for patients. Individuals with schizophrenia are at much greater…

A Pilot Study Assessing the Impact of a High Protein Supplementation Diet on Fat Mass in Obese Adolescents with and without Type 2 Diabetes

Sep 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-450X.jom-16-1062
Meghana GudalaCorresponding author

Background: Obese adults with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) have shown differences in body composition and response to varying diets when compared to obese adults without T2D. This difference in body composition affects management options for obesity. Such studies have not been done on adolescents thus far.…

A Case of Pernio Associated with Cold Agglutinin Positivity in an Unusual Location

Feb 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-2175.jdrt-15-718
Müzeyyen GönülCorresponding author

Pernio is an inflammatory disease that is usually characterized by the development of cold-induced erythrocyanotic skin lesions located in acral regions. Diagnosis is difficult if lesions are present in rare locations. A 21-year-old female suffering from fatigue presented with a 4-day history of pai…

Food Intake Pattern of Obese Older Patients with Successful Weight Loss and Weight Maintenance on the Basis of Food Energy Density

Jun 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-479
Johannes ErdmannCorresponding author

Objective: Detailed reports in changes of eating habits especially in elderly subjects with successful weight loss and maintenance are virtually unknown. In this paper we have analyzed the eating habits of 104 obese patients (BMI 37.8±0.3 kg/m2, age range 65 and 84 years) who lost 11.5±0.3kg over an…

New Regulations for Foods Offered to School Children in Chile: Barriers to Implementation

Jun 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-615
Katherine ProchownikCorresponding author

Objective: To prevent childhood obesity, the Chilean government has recently implemented food regulation laws that apply to schools. This paper reviews the literature regarding the challenges in successfully integrating policies to regulate foods offered in schools. In addition, to understand some o…

Barriers to Physical Activity and Healthy Eating in Children as Perceived by Low-Income Parents: A Case Study

May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-584
David W. HeyCorresponding author

During the past three decades the prevalence of childhood obesity has steadily increased in the United States. Causes of childhood obesity are complex and include numerous individual and environmental factors. The purpose of this study was to determine parent perceptions on the social-ecological bar…

Breakfast Cereal and Nutrition Education on Body Mass Index and Diet Quality in Elementary School Children: A Pilot Study

Jan 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-7835.ijn-14-534
Marie-Pierre St-OngeCorresponding author

Objective: Skipping breakfast has been associated with an increased risk of obesity. This randomized controlled pilot study tested whether emphasizing breakfast consumption, in conjunction with nutrition counseling, would improve weight status and dietary quality in children. Design and Methods: Twe…

The Potentials of Antioxidant Micronutrients in the Management of Metabolic Syndrome

Oct 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-2140.jaa-14-423
L.S. BilbisCorresponding author

There is increasing evidence of the prevalence manifestations of metabolic syndrome worldwide. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of abnormalities characterized by hypertension, central obesity, insulin resistance, endothelial dysfunction, dyslipidemia and oxidative stress. All these alterations predis…

Cardiovascular Risk Factors Among People Being Treated for HIV in Nepal: A Cross-Sectional Study

Feb 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-157
Nirmal AryalCorresponding author

Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and antiretroviral therapy (ART) are found to be strongly associated with cardiovascular diseases. Data are sparse on the prevalence and distribution of cardiovascular risk factors among people being treated for HIV in South Asia region. Methods: A cros…

Vascular Damage in Newly Diagnosed Young Hypertensive Patients, Assessed by Carotid Intima Media Thickness: An Indian Perspective

Nov 2013 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-13-253
Rohit SinglaCorresponding author

Background: Western studies have shown that hypertension increases carotid intima media thickness (cIMT) as early as in childhood and adolescence. However, similar data from India is lacking. Indians have different genetic, racial, geographic, cultural and dietary patterns. Hence a similar trend may…

Kynurenines and Vitamin B6: Link Between Diabetes and Depression.

Sep 2013 DOI 10.14302/issn.2374-9431.jbd-13-218
Gregory OxenkrugCorresponding author

The increased association between depression and diabetes mellitus is generally acknowledged. Recent studies suggest that depression leads to diabetes.However, the underlying molecular mechanisms for this association remain unclear.Literature and our data indicate that inflammatory and/or stress fac…

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