Comparing MRI volume measurement techniques for pituitary macroadenoma: Investigating volume reduction and its relationship with biochemical control.

Pituitary adenomas are one of the most common types of primary intracranial tumors. Measuring pituitary adenoma volume is fundamental for effective management. This study aimed to assess the reliability of the ellipsoid method in comparison with the perimeter method for measuring pituitary macroadenoma volume.

Gluten-Free Diet in Co-Existent Celiac Disease and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: Is It Detrimental or Beneficial to Glycemic Control, Vascular Complications, and Quality of Life?

Celiac disease (CeD) is associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), and both have the same genetic background. Most patients with T1DM who develop CeD are either asymptomatic or have mild CeD-related gastrointestinal symptoms. Therefore, children affected by T1DM should undergo screening for asymptomatic CeD.

Clinical and Radiological Findings in Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser Syndrome Type 2: Case report.

Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome (MRKHS) or Müllerian agenesis represents uterovaginal aplasia or hypoplasia of unknown aetiology in young women with usual 46,XX karyotype and normal secondary sexual characteristics. We report a 15-year-old female patient who presented to a specialised diabetes endocrine and metabolism centre in Basrah, Iraq, in 2019 with primary amenorrhoea and normal pubertal secondary sexual characteristics, hormonal workup and clinical examination. Abdominopelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed cervical and uterine agenesis with the absence of the proximal thirds of the vagina.

Association between biochemical hyperandrogenism parameters and modified Ferriman-Gallwey score in patients with hirsutism in Basrah (Southern Iraq).

Introduction: Hyperandrogenemia is the most frequent endocrine disorder in women causing a variety of adverse metabolic disturbances. Establishing the diagnosis of androgen overproduction has significant implications for the follow-up and treatment of patients.

Aim: To investigate the severity of hirsutism and its correlation with serum androgen in women with hirsutism from Basrah (Southern Iraq).

Effectiveness of simplified diabetes nutrition education on glycemic control and other diabetes-related outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Background & Aims: The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Simplified Diabetes Nutrition Education (SDNE) on glycemic control and other diabetes-related outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

Methods: This a randomized controlled trial (RCT) randomized 208 patients with T2DM [mean age = 48.8 ± 11.

Association of Health Literacy and Nutritional Status Assessment with Glycemic Control in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.

While the role of medical and nutrition factors on glycemic control among adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been well-established, the association between health literacy (H.L.) and glycemic control is inconsistent.

Effect of exogenous glucocorticoids on male hypogonadism.

The aim of the present study was to investigate the effects of exogenous glucocorticoids (GCs), a potent cause of male hypogonadism, on the function of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis, and to determine their secondary effects in male patients. The present study was a case-controlled study conducted in Basrah, Iraq. Of the 152 participants who met the inclusion criteria, 100 patients used different types of GCs.

Reliability of adrenal computed tomography in predicting the functionality of adrenal incidentaloma.

Background: Adrenal incidentaloma (AI) is an adrenal mass discovered accidentally during abdominal or chest imaging techniques not aimed to adrenal gland assessment. Guidelines suggested confirming the benignity of AI radiologically and excluding hormonal dysfunctions. This study evaluated the reliability of computed tomography (CT) scan radiological parameters in predicting the functionality of AI.

Prevalence and correlation of glycemic control achievement in patients with type 2 diabetes in Iraq: A retrospective analysis of a tertiary care database over a 9-year period.

Background: This study was designed to assess the achievement of a glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) target in Iraqi type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients via retrospective analysis of a tertiary care database over a 9-year period.

Methods: A total of 12,869 patients with T2DM with mean (SEM) age: 51.4(0.

Poor Outcome of Surgical Management of Acute Malfunctioning Mechanical Mitral Valve During Pregnancy. Should Centers with Limited Resources Find Different Options?

Background: Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is the most common cardiac disease in pregnancy in developing countries with the mitral valve being the most affected. In this study, the results of surgical intervention in pregnant women presented with acute malfunctioning mechanical mitral valve were discussed.

Methods: All patients underwent emergency redo mitral valve replacement due to acute malfunctioning mechanical mitral valve during pregnancy in a single center between January 2005 and December 2017.

Production of functional spreadable processed cheese using Chlorella vulgaris.

Background: Chlorella vulgaris alga is one of the most important additives for enhancing the nutritional content of conventional foods, hence positively affecting human health. This alga is known as a rich source of protein, fatty acids, fiber, essential vitamins and minerals. Also, it contains antioxidants, omega 3, antivi- ral and anticancer properties.

Patterns of pituitary dysfunction three months or more after traumatic brain injury.

Purpose: Chronic posttraumatic brain injury (TBI) pituitary dysfunction is not a newly discovered subject, it has been reported more frequently, probably due to increasing chances of exposure to its causes, mainly the road traffic accidents, sport-related injuries, falls, and injuries during wars. This study aims to estimate the frequency of pituitary dysfunction 3 months or more after head trauma and the patterns of hormonal deficiencies.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between January 2016 and August 2017.

Spectrum of Pituitary disorders: A retrospective study from Basrah, Iraq.

Pituitary disorders spectrum includes a wide variety of diseases.This study aimed at a comprehensive description of such disorders for patients from  Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine and Metabolism Center (FDEMC) in Basrah (Southern Iraq). Retrospective data analysis of FDEMC for the period from January 2012 through June 2017.

The Contribution of New Areas to the Total Hirsutism Scores in Basrah Hirsute Women.

Background: Hirsutism is the presence of excessive growth of terminal hair in a female in the male-like pattern. It is the most common indicator of hyperandrogenism. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical impact of new androgens sensitive skin area to total body hirsutism score.

Predictors of hypoglycemia in insulin-treated patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Basrah.

Aim: To measure the incidence and determinants (predictors) of hypoglycemia among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) who were on insulin treatment for at least one year.

Methods: The present study is an out-patients based inquiry about the risk and predictors of hypoglycemia among patients with T2DM seeking care at the Al-Faiha Specialized Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolism Center, in Basrah over a period of 7 mo (from 15 of April, 2013 to 15 of October, 2013). The data used in the study were based on all detailed interview and selected laboratory investigations.

Trimester-Specific Reference Intervals of Thyroid Function Testing in Pregnant Women from Basrah, Iraq Using Electrochemiluminescent Immunoassay.

Background: Thyroid function test results of healthy pregnant women differ from those of healthy non-pregnant women. This study aimed to determine trimester-specific reference ranges for total tetraiodothyronin (T4), free T4, total triiodothyronin (T3) and thyroid stimulation hormone (TSH) using electrochemiluminescence techniques from apparently healthy pregnant women in Basrah.

Material And Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted between January 2014 and June 2015.

Prevalence of diagnosed and undiagnosed diabetes mellitus in adults aged 19 years and older in Basrah, Iraq.

Background: Six of the top ten countries in the world with the highest prevalence of diabetes mellitus are in the Middle East. The objective of this investigation was to evaluate the prevalence of diabetes in Basrah, Southern Iraq.

Methods: A population-based, cross-sectional, simple random study screened 5,445 persons aged 19-94 years in Basrah, with glycated hemoglobin measured in 88.

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease among patients with type 2 diabetes in Basrah.

Aim: To determine the frequency of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and its risk factors among patients with type 2 diabetes in Basrah, Iraq.

Methods: Participants in this cross-sectional study were patients who had type 2 diabetes for at least 1 year, presenting at the Al-Faiha Diabetes Endocrine and Metabolism Center in Basrah (Southern Iraq) over the period from January to December 2008.

Results: The series included 1079 patients (58.

Prevalence and control of hypertension in iraqi diabetic patients: a prospective cohort study.

Objectives: Diabetes and hypertension are major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, a leading cause of death in humans. The aim of our study was to determine the prevalence of hypertension, and hypertension control among adults with diabetes in Basrah (Southern Iraq).

Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted at Al-Faiha Diabetes and Endocrine Center in Basrah.

Unique presentation of intra-abdominal testis: small bowel obstruction.

We describe here a two-year-old male who required urgent laparotomy to relieve a strangulated small bowel caused by internal herniation around an intra-abdominal testis. This clinical presentation has not been reported previously.

Acute Phase Hyperglycemia among Patients Hospitalized with Acute Coronary Syndrome: Prevalence and Prognostic Significance.

Objectives: Regardless of diabetes status, hyperglycemia on arrival for patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome, has been associated with adverse outcomes including death. The aim of this study is to look at the frequency and prognostic significance of acute phase hyperglycemia among patients attending the coronary care unit with acute coronary syndrome over the in-hospital admission days.

Methods: The study included 287 consecutive patients in the Al-Faiha Hospital in Basrah (Southern Iraq) during a one year period from December 2007 to November 2008.

Coeliac disease in Iraqi type 1 diabetic patients.

Background And Study Aims: High prevalence rates of coeliac disease (CD) in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) have been reported. The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency of silent CD in a sample of Iraqi patients with T1DM.

Patients And Methods: This is a cross-sectional study done in Baghdad Teaching Hospital, Baghdad Medical City, Baghdad, Iraq, on 62 patients with T1DM.

Corticosteroid nonprescription use: a cross-sectional hospital-based study in Basrah.

Objective: To study the prevalence and attitude of using nonprescription corticosteroids (oral or parenteral formulation of glucocorticosteroids) in Basrah, Iraq.

Methods: A face-to-face model structured interview was used to collect information from 682 patients between January 2006 and December 2008. The following information was obtained: age, gender, marital status, smoking, drinking of alcohol, occupation, educational level, social class and place of residence.

Are foot abnormalities more common in adults with diabetes? A cross-sectional study in basrah, iraq.

Background: Altered foot biomechanics, limited joint mobility, and bony deformities with neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, and infection have been associated with an increased risk of ulceration and amputation among patients with diabetes. The aim of our study was to estimate prevalence of foot abnormalities among Iraqis with diabetes and to see if they are more common than in a control population.

Methods: We structured the study as a comparative outpatient clinic study.