Insights into Rock Wettability Influencing Factors: A Review.

Wetting characteristics of a hydrocarbon reservoir are generally quantified for cost-effective field development. The wetting process of rock by oil is a complex process involving reactions among compounds (rock, oil, and brine), the impact of environmental conditions (temperature, pressure, etc.), and treatment history (coring, transportation, etc.

Biological activity and characterization of leaf and seed lectins from Insights into their analgesic and antiulcer properties.

Fresen, an African medicinal plant, is known for its analgesic, antiulcer, and antimicrobial properties, with its leaves, bark, and fruits deeply ingrained in indigenous healing practices. Two lectins, TerBLL (from leaves) and TerBSL (from seeds) of Fresen, were purified using salting-out and affinity chromatography on a fetuin-agarose column. The purified lectins were then assessed for protein yield, hemagglutination activity, and physicochemical properties.

Isolation, purification, and characterization of lectins from medicinal plant Combretum glutinosum seeds endowed with analgesic and antiulcer properties.

In the pursuit of safer and more effective treatments, there is a growing interest in plant-derived compounds, particularly lectins, because of their diverse pharmacological properties. This study focused on isolating, purifying, and characterizing lectin from Combretum glutinosum seeds (CGSLs) to assess its potential as an analgesic and antiulcer agent. CGSL extraction involved defatting and buffer extraction, followed by purification using ammonium sulfate fractionation and fetuin-agarose affinity column chromatography.

Correlation between the number of interstitial neurons of the white matter and number of neurons within cortical layers: Histological analyses in postnatal macaque.

We have examined the number and distribution of NeuN-immunoreactive cortical white matter interstitial cells (WMICs) and compared them to the neurons in layers 1-6 across the overlying cortex in coronal sections from postnatal macaques. The data have been gathered from over 300 selected regions at gyral crowns, at sulci, and at linear regions of the cortex where we also determined cortical layer thicknesses: standard thicknesses and tangential thicknesses. Cortical thicknesses and cell numbers showed variability according to gyral, linear, or sulcal regions.

Voices of Change: Stakeholders' Roles in the Fight Against Substance Abuse in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Aim: This study explores the roles, challenges, and collaborative efforts of key stakeholders engaged in addressing substance abuse.

Methods: Using a qualitative narrative approach, the study examined stakeholder roles in tackling substance abuse in Mogadishu, Somalia. Purposive sampling was utilised to select all available community stakeholders actively addressing substance abuse.

Red Cell Distribution Width and Prediabetes in Adults in Northern Sudan: A Case-Control Study.

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a major public health issue worldwide. Red cell distribution width (RDW) has been reported to have predictive value in several diseases, including DM. Few data exist on the association between RDW and the prediabetic stage.

Access to Nephrology Care for Pregnancy-Related Acute Kidney Injury in Low- and Lower-Middle-Income Countries: A Perspective.

Pregnancy-related acute kidney injury (AKI) is a major public health problem with substantial maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. Women with pregnancy-related AKI require immediate access to nephrology care to prevent deleterious kidney and health outcomes. Patients with pregnancy-related AKI in low-income and lower-middle-income countries experience disparities in access to comprehensive nephrology care for many reasons.

A 12-year-old Somalian girl presented with chronic kidney disease and died as a result of female genital mutilation- A case report.

The tradition of female genital mutilation (FGM) is practiced in many African countries, including Somalia. FGM is responsible for several short and long-term complications that can negatively influence vital and functional prognosis. We present a case of a 12-year-old girl subjected to FGM who developed urethral meatus stenosis, exacerbated by chronic renal failure and urine infection, leading to her death from a combination of complications.

Association between seropositivity and hypertension among adults in Northern Sudan: a community-based case-control study.

Objective: The association between and hypertension is unclear. Herein, we aimed to investigate the association between and hypertension among adults in Sudan.

Methods: We conducted a community-based case-control study (175 participants in each arm) in the Wad Hamid district in northern Sudan.

Hypokalemic periodic paralysis as the first sign of thyrotoxicosis- a rare case report from Somalia.

Background: Thyrotoxic hypokalemic periodic paralysis (THPP) is a rare complication of hyperthyroidism characterized by thyrotoxicosis, hypokalemia, and paralysis. It is the most common form of acquired periodic paralysis. THPP is precipitated by strenuous exercise, a high carbohydrate diet, stress, infection, alcohol, albuterol, and corticosteroid therapy.

Minimal Change Nephrotic Syndrome with Acute Kidney Injury after the Administration of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine.

Nephrotic syndrome progresses with various metabolic disturbances, such as proteinuria over 3.5 grams in 24 hours, hypoalbuminemia, and hypercoagulability. Patients usually complain about diffuse edema throughout the body, which is secondary to hypoalbuminemia.

HATCH Score for Predicting Mortality in COVID-19 Patients.

Background: We aimed to evaluate the relationship between HATCH score [hypertension, age >75 yr, previous transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke (doubled), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, heart failure (doubled)] and in-hospital mortality in COVID-19 patients.

Methods: Overall, 572 COVID-19 patients hospitalized between Mar 15 and Apr 15, 2020, were included in this multicenter retrospective study, in Turkey. The HATCH score of each patient was calculated.

ICU-Managed Patients' Epidemiology, Characteristics, and Outcomes: A Retrospective Single-Center Study.

Background: Resources are limited, and it is exceedingly difficult to provide intensive care in developing nations. In Somalia, intensive care unit (ICU) care was introduced only a few years ago.

Purpose: In this study, we aimed to determine the epidemiology, characteristics, and outcome of ICU-managed patients in a tertiary hospital in Mogadishu.

Phytochemical profiling of antimicrobial and potential antioxidant plant: .

Traditional and phytochemical studies have confirmed the richness and diversity of medicinal plants such as (), but more studies are needed to complete its metabolite profiling. The objective of this research was to enhance the metabolomic picture and bioactivity of for better evaluation. Phytochemical analysis was performed by bio-guided protocols and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS).

Multiple Venous and Pulmonary Artery Thrombosis as a Presenting Complaint of Nephrotic Syndrome-Case Report and Challenges in Management.

Nephrotic Syndrome (NS) patients are prone to develop deep venous thrombosis as a complication. But it is unusual to present initially with multiple venous thrombosis and pulmonary artery thrombosis before the diagnosis of NS. Here, we present 60 years old female patient with a known history of diabetes mellitus who presented with shortness of breath and lower limb edema for 2 weeks.

Demographic Characteristics and Risk Factors Affecting the Development of Postpartum Acute Kidney Injury in Somalia: Single-Center Experience.

Background And Aim: Although postpartum acute kidney injury (PPAKI) is declining in developing countries, it is still a leading cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. The study aimed to determine the causes, risk factors, and the outcomes of patients with postpartum acute kidney injury managed at Mogadishu Somali Turkey Training and Research Hospital, in Mogadishu, Somalia over a two years period.

Methods: This study was conducted retrospectively at Mogadishu Somali-Turkey Training and Research Hospital, Somalia's largest teaching and referral hospital.

Early Change in Platelet Count and MPV Levels of Patients Who Received Hemodialysis for the First Time: Mogadishu Somalia Experience.

Introduction: Mean platelet volume (MPV) is a marker used to assess the platelet' size and is also an indicator of platelet reactivity and prothrombotic status.

Objective: In this study, we aimed to determine the relationship between MPV and biochemical parameters in patients who had received hemodialysis (HD) for the first time and then in respect of those same patients after their fourth HD.

Method: 151 HD patients were enrolled in this study.

Acute kidney injury as initial presentation of visceral leishmaniasis in a young patient- A case report.

Introduction: Visceral leishmaniasis is endemic in Somalia and in East Africa at large. Clinically, patients present with recurrent fever, weight loss, hepatosplenomegaly and pancytopenia. Sometimes, patients in low resource countries with no properly functioning primary healthcare facilities may present with complications.

Severe Hypercalcemia as an Initial Presentation of Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Case Report.

Background: It is extremely rare for hypercalcemia to appear as the first symptom of hepatocellular carcinoma. Instead, it occurs primarily as a paraneoplastic manifestation after the disease is already diagnosed.

Methods: In this report, we describe a 55-year-old woman who presented with symptoms of acute severe hypercalcemia and was negative for hepatitis B surface antigen and hepatitis C virus antibodies.

Prevalence of Acute Kidney Injury in Covid-19 Patients- Retrospective Single-Center Study.

Introduction: In December 2019, a coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) disease outbreak started in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China, and spread rapidly to other regions of the world. Although diffuse alveolar injury and acute respiratory failure were the most prominent characteristics, further investigation of organ involvement is essential.

Aim: In this study, we aim to determine the prevalence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in covid-19 patients and also the relationship between inflammatory markers, the severity of lung involvement, and acute kidney injury in COVID-19 patients.