COMPARISON OF COMMA INCISION VERSUS MODIFIED WARD'S INCISION IN MANDIBULAR THIRD MOLAR SURGERY-A CLINICAL STUDY.

Background: To evaluate the effectiveness of the two flap/incision techniques, viz. the comma incision versus modified ward's incision in mandibular third molar surgery.

Methods: This randomized research comprised of 126 participants, 63 in every group.

Revising VOC emissions speciation improves the simulation of global background ethane and propane.

Non-Methane Volatile Organic Compounds (NMVOCs) generate ozone (O) when they are oxidized in the presence of oxides of nitrogen, modulate the oxidative capacity of the atmosphere and can lead to the formation of aerosol. Here, we assess the capability of a chemical transport model (GEOS-Chem) to simulate NMVOC concentrations by comparing ethane, propane and higher alkane observations in remote regions from the NOAA Flask Network and the World Meteorological Organization's Global Atmosphere Watch (GAW) network. Using the Community Emissions Data System (CEDS) inventory we find a significant underestimate in the simulated concentration of both ethane (35%) and propane (64%), consistent with previous studies.

Increasing in-person medical interpreter utilization in the NICU through a bundle of interventions.

Background: In-person medical interpretation improves communication with patients who have preferred language other than English (PLOE). Multi-dimensional barriers to use of medical interpreters limit their use in the NICU.

Local Problem: Medical teams in our NICU were not consistently using in-person medical interpreters, leading to ineffective communication with families with PLOE.

Investigation of Hybrid Nanoparticle-Acid Fluids (HNAFs): Influence of Wettability and Interfacial Tension Mechanisms in Harsh Carbonate Reservoirs for Improved Oil Recovery.

Over the past few years, there has been significant interest in the potential of hybrid nanoparticle-acid fluid (HNAFs) for improved oil recovery. This comprehensive study investigates the effects of nanoparticles and acid on interfacial tension (IFT) to establish a relationship between brine properties and the oil/brine IFT. This investigation is one of the first regional studies conducted utilizing candidate field data from the Middle East.

Simultaneous Bilateral Anterior Inferior Iliac Spine Avulsion Injury in an Adolescent Cross-Country Runner.

Introduction: Pelvic apophyseal injuries are common in young athletes where muscle strength exceeds the tensile strength of the physis. Sequential bilateral injuries are exceedingly rare, and little is known of their mechanism.

Case Presentation: A 15-year-old male cross-country runner presented with bilateral hip pain after sprint training.

Whether Screening for Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Patients With Psoriasis Is Necessary: A Pilot Quality Improvement Project.

Background Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that is strongly associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Both conditions are associated with excess cardiovascular and liver-related morbidity and mortality. The severity of psoriasis correlates with the degree of liver inflammation and scarring, which can be further exacerbated by systemic immunomodulators such as methotrexate.

Metabolic syndrome and the skin: a more than superficial association. Reviewing the association between skin diseases and metabolic syndrome and a clinical decision algorithm for high risk patients.

There is ongoing scientific interest regarding comorbidities associated with the metabolic syndrome (MeTS). MeTS comprises a combination of parameters that predispose individuals to the development of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Three or more of the following criteria are necessary: fasting glucose > 110 mg/dl (5.

Effect of Intraocular Pressure and Anisotropy on the Optical Properties of the Cornea: A Study Using Polarization Sensitive Optical Coherence Tomography.

Purpose: We hypothesize that because of the anisotropic properties of the cornea, there should be a nonuniform change in birefringence with an increase in intraocular pressure (IOP). In this in vitro study, anisotropic properties, stress distribution within the cornea, and the effect of IOP on changes in stress level were investigated.

Design: Button inflation tests for deformation with polarization sensitive optical coherence tomography were used to demonstrate optical and material anisotropy on ex vivo human corneas.

Causes and management of zygomatic bone fractures at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital Karachi (analysis of 82 patients).

Objectives: To assess the causes and management of Zygomatic bone fractures at Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi.

Methods: This study was carried out at Department of Oral & Maxillofacial surgery Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi. A total of 82 cases were studied.

Solasodine glycoalkaloids: a novel topical therapy for basal cell carcinoma. A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled, parallel group, multicenter study.

Objective: To assess the safety and efficacy of a 0.005% mixture of solasodine glycosides (Zycure) in the treatment of basal cell carcinoma. Design Double-blind, randomized, and vehicle-controlled, parallel group study.

Intraepidermal animal-type melanoma.

Animal-type melanoma is a rare variant of melanoma in humans.1 Its name is derived from its histological appearance, which is similar to that described in melanomas occurring in white or gray horses.2 All tumors are dermally located, and characterized by a proliferation of deeply pigmented elongated or rounded cells, showing moderate atypia and a low mitotic rate.