Phylogeny and Classification of Human Papillomavirus (HPV)16 and HPV18 Variants Based on E6 and L1 genes in Tunisian Women with Cervical Lesions.

Background: High-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) types are the main etiological factors for cervical cancer. HPV16 and HPV18 are generally the most common forms associated with development of high-grade cervical lesions. This study was undertaken to identify intratypic variants of HPV16 and HPV18 among women with cervical lesions in Tunisia.

[Neu-Laxova syndrome: Three case reports and a review of the literature].

Introduction: The Neu-Laxova syndrome (NLS) is a rare autosomal recessive and early lethal disorder. It is characterized by severe intra-uterine growth retardation, abnormal facial features, ichthyotic skin lesions and severe central nervous system malformations, especially microlissencephaly. Others characteristic features associated with fetal hypokinesia sequence, including arthrogryposis, subcutaneous edema and pulmonary hypoplasia, are frequently reported in NLS.

Incidence and risk factors of postpartum anal incontinence: a prospective study of 503 cases.

Background: Background: Anal incontinence is a devastating functional postpartum complication. it can cause deep deterioration in the quality of life.

Aim: To assess the incidence of postpartum anal incontinence (PPAI) and the major risk factors predisposing for it in the short and middle terms.