Publications by authors named "M Malek-Mellouli"

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.

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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.

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Background: Micronutrients or trace elements are minerals essential for growth and development of the body human.

Aims: To analyze changes in normal pregnancy and during preeclampsia, serum iron and its main proteins: ferritin and soluble transferrin receptors.

Methods: This is a prospective study of case- control study of 56 pregnant women and 30 non-pregnant women selected as controls.

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Background: The diagnosis of an adnexal mass associated with pregnancy is increasingly common with the routine use of ultrasound during prenatal care.

Aim: To assess the feasibility, advantages and limiting factors of laparoscopy in the management of ovarian masses during pregnancy.

Methods: Rretrospective study of a series of 34 pregnant women operated by laparoscopy for adnexal masses during a period of 14 years.

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