Publications by authors named "M Mnari Hattab"
Zinner syndrome (ZS) is a rare congenital urological condition characterized by a triad of ipsilateral seminal vesicle cysts, unilateral renal agenesis, and ejaculatory duct obstruction, first described in 1914. This case report details the presentation and management of a 27-year-old male diagnosed with ZS following a 2-month history of urinary frequency, hesitancy, dysuria, and painful ejaculation. Physical examination revealed a left lower abdominal mass, and imaging confirmed the classic findings of ZS, including unilateral renal agenesis, an enlarged seminal vesicle cyst, and an ectopic ureter.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis article investigates burnout among lawyers and proposes systemic changes to reduce pressure and stress in the legal profession while enhancing resilience among lawyers. The article focuses on factors influencing career continuity among Palestinian lawyers within a socio-politically complex environment. It discusses elements contributing to resilience, including a positive mindset, a strong support system, training, and social support.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCurrent State of Scientific Knowledge on Curcumin Encapsulation and Applications.
Recent Adv Food Nutr Agric
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Curcumin, a yellow pigment known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, has been associated with various health benefits for diseases like diabetes, cancer, and more.
- Despite its benefits, curcumin faces challenges such as low bioavailability and degradation under certain conditions, prompting research into micro-encapsulation techniques to enhance its stability and solubility.
- This review explores different shell materials and methods for microencapsulating curcumin, along with its applications in food, medicine, and cosmetics, while also discussing recent research findings and future challenges in the field.
Rosai-Dorfman disease (RDD) is a rare benign histiocytic proliferation, characterized by a group of clinical symptoms. This report presents a case of extranodal RDD manifesting as a progressively enlarging left maxillary mass in a 42-year-old woman. Surgical exploration and biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of RDD, with characteristic histopathological features including emperipolesis.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Medical education is the foundation of knowledge among medical students. This study aims to investigate the knowledge of medical students at Al-Balqa Applied University, exploring their awareness of five communicable diseases, namely, leishmaniasis, hepatitis B, tuberculosis, measles, and cholera.
Methods: This cross-sectional survey included 271 participants who answered a structured validated questionnaire with varying questions on causes, symptoms, complications, transmission routes, and preventive measures for each disease.