Publications by authors named "D Ben Ezra"

Purpose: Euryblepharon is a rare congenital eyelid malformation characterized by symmetrical horizontal enlargement of the palpebral fissure. The eyelid is shortened vertically compared with the horizontal dimension. The lateral canthus is most commonly affected.

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Linear scleroderma en coup de sabre is a rare subtype of localized scleroderma. It is typically characterized by linear sclerosis and atrophy of the skin and underlying dermis affecting the frontoparietal region above the brow. The linear sclerotic lesions rarely extend into the upper eyelid.

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Article Synopsis
  • Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure aimed at correcting age-related changes in the lower eyelid, such as sagging skin and fat displacement.
  • The anatomy of the lower eyelid is less understood than that of the upper eyelid, leading to a higher risk of complications during surgery.
  • A review of 54 studies emphasizes the importance of understanding lower eyelid structures to avoid complications and enhance surgical results in procedures like orbital fat repositioning.
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Rabbi Moshe Ben Maimon, known as Maimonides (Hebrew name is Rambam), lived from 1138 to 1204. He was one of the important philosophers, adjudicators, and physicians of the Jews. Rambam's knowledge of Jewish laws and his being a philosopher helped him in his third discipline, medicine.

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Background: Psychoactive substance use among adolescents presents a significant global challenge, contributing notably to morbidity and mortality. Adolescence is a critical developmental phase that is marked by various psycho-social hurdles, yet local data on predictors of substance use remains scarce. This study aims to illuminate these issues within Gombe State, providing essential data for evidence-based interventions.

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