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Quantification of Micrornas by Absolute Dpcr for the Diagnostic Screening of Colon Cancer

Feb 2019 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-7061.jcrc-18-2526
Farid E. AhmedCorresponding author

There is currently no validated micro(mi)RNA diagnostic stool test to screen for colon cancer (CC) on the market because of the complexity of fecal density, vulnerability of stool to daily changes, and the presence of three sources of miRNAs in stool (cell-free from fecal homogenates, exsosomal miRN…

The Development and Evaluation of A Multiplex Real-Time PCR Assay for the Detection of ESBL Genes in Urinary Tract Infections

Aug 2018 DOI 10.14302/issn.2690-4721.ijcm-18-2217
Shivanthi SamarasCorresponding author

Background Overuse of beta-lactam antibiotics has lead to selection for extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) producing Enterobacteriaceae, a major cause of antibiotic resistant urinary tract infections (UTIs). Standard detection methods are time-consuming, with disputed accuracy. This study describe…

Identification of insulin-sensitive obese vs. insulin resistant obese postmenopausal women: Evaluation of surrogate indices of insulin sensitivity.

Aug 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.3070-2313.jeh-17-1552
Belinda ElishaCorresponding author

Introduction. Obesity often coexists with insulin resistance, which is related to cardiometabolic risk. However, some obese individuals exhibit comparable insulin sensitivity (IS) to that of normal-weight subjects, a state associated with a reduced cardiometabolic risk. We aimed to determine the eff…

Research Progress of the Functional Nucleic Acid Techniques in GMO Detection

Aug 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2575-7881.jdrr-17-1701
Wentao XuCorresponding author

Functional nucleic acids are a kind of nucleic acid sequences with special functions, which can specifically bind with the target substances or catalyze the reactions. Many target, including mycotoxins, small RNA, heavy metal ions and DNA segment, can bind to particular selected oligonucleotides, an…

Compliance to Company Based Colorectal Cancer Screening in Germany using Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) - Results of Almost Half a Million FIT Tests

Aug 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-7061.jcrc-17-1624
Claudia PieperCorresponding author Institute for Medical Informatics, Biometry und Epidemiology, University Hospital of Essen, Hufelandstraße 55, 45122 Essen, Germany,

Background Despite the existence of the statutory early cancer detection program in Germany and the removal of financial barriers, which is frequently reported in the literature to be the main obstacle in screening, uptake of colorectal cancer screening remains quite low. The campaign for colorectal…

Importance of Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Squamous-Cell Carcinoma of the Larynx

Jan 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-8572.joa-16-1399
Muhammet fatih topuzCorresponding author

Aim: The relation between inflammation and cancer has been known since the 19th century. However, investigations on the pathogenesis and pathophysiology of this relation have begun recently. It was demonstrated that increased neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio is a poor prognostic factor in some malignanci…

The Use of Predictive Markers for the Development of a Model to Predict Lowest Quartile Weight Loss following Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass.

Oct 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-450X.jom-16-1003
Daniel CottamCorresponding author

Introduction: The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) has been one of the most popular surgeries in the USA for years. While many models have been made to investigate the factors that affect weight loss, these factors are still highly debated. Objective: To create a model that predict performance of RYG…

Comparing Uterine Electromyography & Tocodynamometer to Intrauterine Pressure Catheter for Monitoring Labor

Sep 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2381-862X.jwrh-15-771
Sangeeta JainCorresponding author

Objective The tocodynamometer (TOCO) has poor sensitivity and specificity in monitoring uterine contractions, especially in obese patients. The intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) can be used to monitor adequacy of contractions, but only after amniotomy. Transabdominal uterine electromyography (EM…

The Effect of Medical Theraphy on Plasma Homocysteine Levels and Carotid Intima-Media Thickness in Parkinson's Disease

May 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2470-5020.jnrt-15-908
Yasemin KayaCorresponding author

Objective: We aimed to investigate homocysteine levels and carotid intima-media thickness (CIMT) in Parkinson’s Disease (PD), to determine relationship of these parameters and as well as to determine whether CIMT in patients with PD was associated to age, disease duration, age of disease onset, stag…

Localization of Angina Related Artery by Admission ECG in Unstable Angina and NSTEMI Patients

Mar 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-13-335
Arpan P. DesaiCorresponding author

Objective: To find out the diagnostic accuracy of admission ECG against coronary angiography (CAG) to predict the ARA in patients with USAP /NSTEMI. Background: In USAP even though multiple active plaques are documented, one critical lesion would be responsible for the index episode of angina. Contr…

A Comparison Study of the Fitbit Activity Monitor and PSG for Assessing Sleep Patterns and Movement in Children

Mar 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2379-8572.joa-15-891
Beth OsterbauerCorresponding author

Background: Despite its expense, labor and intrusiveness, polysomnography (PSG) is the gold standard for diagnosing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Recently, commercially available electronic activity monitors, such as Fitbit, have become widely accepted and can provide an estimate of sleep patterns…

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