D-dimer as a Predictor of Altered Coagulation in HIV Patients in Nigeria.

Recent medical advances have improved the quality of life and correspondingly reduced the morbidity and mortality associated with HIV infection. However increased life expectancy has led to a relative rise in comorbidities and complications such as alterations in coagulation systems. This study is aimed at the evaluation of D-dimer level as a predictor of thromboembolic risk in HIV patients.

Analysis of serum and salivary immunoglobulin M in patients with orofacial epithelial cancers.

Context: The physiological changes in the humoral immune system of patients with orofacial epithelial cancers (OECs) are considered key factors in the pathogenesis, prognosis, and management of these individuals.

Aim: This study assessed the serum and salivary immunoglobulin M (IgM) levels in patients with OECs.

Settings And Designs: This is a cross-sectional study of the serum and salivary IgM profile among patients with OEC and healthy controls.