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Mar 2026 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-9181.ijnr-25-5844
Michael TraunerCorresponding author
A sequence variation (I148M) in the patatin-like phospholipase domain-containing protein 3 (PNPLA3) gene has been linked to metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and the progression of MASLD and other chronic liver diseases towards fibrosis and cancer. To elucidate the rol…
Feb 2025 DOI 10.14302/issn.2326-0793.jpgr-25-5405
Ming-Fen HoCorresponding author
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is the most prevalent substance use disorder. Excessive alcohol consumption leads to a range of health issues. We set out to identify inflammatory markers linked to alcohol consumption, which might ultimately offer novel insight into genetic underpinnings and have implicat…
Sep 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2576-9383.jhhr-23-4713
Rachana BhoiteCorresponding author
A global increase in incidence of chronic liver disease (CLD) indicated the necessity of dietary and lifestyle modification. Low glycemic index (GI) diet was reported to have a significant role in controlling diabetes caused by liver dysfunction. The International Standards Organisation (ISO) has st…
Aug 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2692-1537.ijcv-23-4679
Tomiko RyuCorresponding author
Vaccination against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-Co V-2) has contributed to control of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). On the other side, vaccination of SARS-CoV-2 could trigger autoimmune or inflammatory diseases. We present a 50-year-old female with well-controlle…
Jun 2023 DOI 10.14302/issn.2578-2371.jslr-23-4446
Minwuyelet Maru TemesgenCorresponding author
A retrospective study quantifies chronic liver disease burden and trends in Eastern Amhara. It summarizes demographics, etiologies, and outcomes to inform regional planning.
Nov 2022 DOI 10.14302/issn.2835-513X.ijl-22-4266
O.D AbuCorresponding author
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Life Sciences, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria
The present study investigated the effect of aqueous and ethanol extracts of Dialiumguineense stem bark on lipid profile and CCl4- induced histological changes in liver of Wistar rats. Adult male Wistar rats (n = 25) weighing 160 – 180 g (mean weight = 170 ± 10 g) were randomly assigned to five grou…
Oct 2022 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-4538.jphi-22-4325
Erigene RutayisireCorresponding author
The aim of this study is determine the prevalence and factors associated with caesarean section among women delivered at Kirehe District Hospital. A retrospective study was conducted among women delivered at Kirehe District Hospital from January 2018 to December 2019. The medical files of all women…
Apr 2022 DOI 10.14302/issn.2329-9487.jhc-22-4154
Salissou Seck Mbaye MbayeCorresponding author
Cardiology Department of the Yalgado Ouédraogo University Hospital, Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso)
This series summarizes 12 pregnancies complicated by valvular heart disease, focusing on intrapartum management, anesthesia choices, and maternal–fetal outcomes in a resource‑limited setting.
Aug 2021 DOI 10.14302/issn.2578-2371.jslr-21-3912
Samson ErkabuCorresponding author
Background Liver disease has caused significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. Its epidemiologic and clinical pattern, however, is not well characterized in sub-Saharan countries. Objective This study aimed to describe demographic, clinical characteristics, and patterns of liver disease in a com…
Jul 2021 DOI 10.14302/issn.2574-4488.jna-21-3887
N Osnaya-RomeroCorresponding author
Unidad de investigación clínica Instituto Nacional de Pediatría.
Polycystic kidney disease is an inherited disease that can lead to high blood pressure and kidney failure. In Mexico, 4.5% of patients with kidney failure are carriers of this disease; the liver is another of the organs affected by this disease that can manifest as abdominal pain and a mass effect i…
Sep 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2835-513X.ijl-20-3470
Anju GuptaCorresponding author
This review discusses lipid assemblies—from liposomes to solid lipid nanoparticles—as platforms for drug delivery. It covers design principles, targeting strategies, and manufacturing considerations.
Aug 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2381-862X.jwrh-20-3439
Daniel AbomaCorresponding author
Background Pregnancy and parturition are events of considerable significance in the life cycle of women. Though it is supposed that the quality of care during labor, birth, and postpartum period plays a great role for adverse outcomes of birth, various reports claimed that cesarean delivery carries…
Mar 2020 DOI 10.14302/issn.2637-6075.jpae-20-3198
Sylvester C. IzahCorresponding author
Aminoforce containing 720g/l of 2,4-dimethylamine salt induced changes on some enzymes and electrolytes in the male Oryclotagus cuniculus (New Zealand rabbit) were assayed. The organisms were exposed to varying sub-lethal concentrations of the toxicant (720g/l). The concentrations were prepared by p…
Dec 2019 DOI 10.14302/issn.2372-6601.jhor-19-3095
I.I. NefyodovCorresponding author
A mini-review of literature data on the mechanisms of formation of the stock of free amino acids and their derivatives in liver pathology and methods for correcting metabolic imbalance
Oct 2019 DOI 10.14302/issn.2637-6075.jpae-19-3022
Sylvester Chibueze IzahCorresponding author
This study assessed the effect of aluminum phosphide on transferases in liver and muscle of Parophiocephalus obscurus (with mean weight of 42.20±1.5 gSD and mean length of 16.50± cmSD, respectively). The fish were obtained from a private fish farm in Yenagoa Metropolis, Nigeria, and the fish was all…
Mar 2019 DOI 10.14302/issn.2471-2140.jaa-19-2699
Hassan M.M. MasoudCorresponding author
Xanthine oxidase is a commercially important enzyme with wide area of medical applications to develop diagnostic kits. Xanthine oxidase was extracted, purified and characterized from sheep liver (SLXO). The purification procedure involved acetone precipitation and chromatography on DEAE-cellulose an…
Dec 2018 DOI 10.14302/issn.2578-8590.ipj-18-2547
Nasim HabibzadehCorresponding author
This opinion challenges fatalistic framing of hepatic cancer prognosis. It advocates for nuanced discussion of staging, treatment advances, and supportive care, with clear communication to patients and families.
Oct 2018 DOI 10.14302/issn.2577-2279.ijha-18-2384
Abdelmonem A. HegazyCorresponding author
Background: Oral ingestion of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnONPs) may lead to serious liver injury. Vitamin E (VE) is an important antioxidant factor that can reduce such damage. Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the possible changes that could take place in the liver of adult male albino rats after o…
Dec 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2641-7669.ject-17-1789
M.E.Abdel-Salam OmarCorresponding author
Departments of Toxicology and Narcotics
We aimed to study the effect of buspirone, an anxiolytic drug and 5-HT1A agonist on liver injury induced by carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) in rats. Rats were orally treated with CCl4 (2.8 mL/kg in olive oil) along with buspirone at 10, 20 or 30 mg/kg once daily starting with CCl4 and for one week there…
Oct 2017 DOI 10.14302/issn.2381-862X.jwrh-17-1758
U MazumderCorresponding author
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dhaka Medical College, Dhaka , Bangladesh,
Background: The nature of placenta previa can be unpredictable and harsh on the mother and baby. These complications are often unpredictable, unpreventable and often leave the labour ward team in a dilemma. This Obstetricians' nightmare is fortunately a rare complication. The frequency of placenta p…