A 36-year-old female developed right upper quadrant pain and nausea after taking the herbal supplement kratom for two weeks to manage back pain. Laboratory tests showed elevated liver enzymes. A liver biopsy ruled out other causes and determined she had drug-induced liver injury from kratom use. Her symptoms and liver enzymes gradually returned to normal over six weeks after stopping kratom. The case report discusses kratom's potential for hepatotoxicity and advises clinicians to consider its effects on patient health.
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
To accomplish a desired systemic effect, drug molecules must reach the systemic circulation after extravascular administration. The percent of the taken dose that reaches intact to the systemic circulation is called “bioavailability, BA”. Absolute Bioavailability compares the BA of the active drug in systemic circulation following non-intravenous administration
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI)inventionjournals
International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science Invention (IJPSI) is an international journal intended for professionals and researchers in all fields of Pahrmaceutical Science. IJPSI publishes research articles and reviews within the whole field Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, new teaching methods, assessment, validation and the impact of new technologies and it will continue to provide information on the latest trends and developments in this ever-expanding subject. The publications of papers are selected through double peer reviewed to ensure originality, relevance, and readability. The articles published in our journal can be accessed online.
To accomplish a desired systemic effect, drug molecules must reach the systemic circulation after extravascular administration. The percent of the taken dose that reaches intact to the systemic circulation is called “bioavailability, BA”. Absolute Bioavailability compares the BA of the active drug in systemic circulation following non-intravenous administration
Case #1.
Azathioprine에 의한 심한 골수부전 환자를 소개 하였습니다.
실제로 소개드린 첫번째 문헌(GUT)에 의하면 골수 억제의 부작용은 초기 치료 기간에 집중되어 있지만 전 치료 기간에 발생될 수 있는 것으로 되어 있습니다. 문헌들에 의하면 TPMT 활성이 저하된 환자에게 많이 발생하고 투여 전 TPMT 활성을 검사 한 후 치료를 시작 하여야 한다는 내용들이 많습니다. 그러나 TPMT 검사는 고가에 오랜 검사기간이 걸리는 검사입니다(비보험 225,750원, 20일). 또한 슬라이드에 소개드린 두번째 문헌(DDS)에는 스크리닝 검사의 효용성에 대하여 회의적인 결과를 보고 하였습니다.
면역 억제제 투여시 첫 약물로써 가장 간단하게 투여할 수 있는 이뮤란(Azathioprine)이라는 이름의 약물 역시도 주의하며 투여 해야 할 약물 이라 생각 됩니다. 심각한 혈액학적 합병증의 발생률은 약 6% 정도로 보고되고 있으며, 류마티스질환 치료 하시는 분들 역시도 오랜 치료기간 한두번의 경험을 할 수 있는 정도라고 합니다. 사용을 안할 수 없는 약물인 만큼 투여 전 환자와 보호자에게 발생 가능한 부작용에 대한 충분한 설명이 필요 하다고 생각 합니다.
Case #2.
Hepatic enz. elevation 주소로 오신 분이고, non-A, non-B hepatitis로써 ANA 검사상 high titer 소견을 보였습니다. 그런데 ANA 보고시 간과할 수 있는 ANA pattern이 'Discrete speckled' 로 보고되고 Anti Centromere Ab. 양성소견 이었습니다. 다시 병력 청취 하였더니 Raynaud disease가 의심 되었던 case 입니다. ANA 검사 결과를 볼때 titer 뿐 아니라 pattern도 챙겨 보아야 한다는 교훈을 얻었던 case 입니다.
PUTATIVE DRUG TARGET IDENTIFICATION FOR SEPTIC ARTHRITIS THROUGH DATA MINING ...Jing Zang
Septic arthritis is the purulent invasion of a joint by an infectious agent which produces arthritis. The main organisms having great potential to infect human beings as well as other mammals are Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniaeand Streptococcus pyrogens. In Silico comparative analysis ofall the pathways of host Homo sapiens and pathogens was performed by using KEGG and Protein BLAST. 25, 20 and 16 unique pathways were identified for Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyrogensand Streptococcus pneumonia respectively. Out of these we identified 3 enzymes for Staphylococcus aureus, 4 for Streptococcus pneumoniae and 1 for Streptococcus pyrogens, which are non-homologous to Homo sapiens proteins. The enzymes essential for survival of the pathogens were found out by DEG database. Further CELLO analysis results showed that 50% enzymes are found to be Extracellular, 25% to be cytoplasmic and 25% to be membranous for Staphylococcus aureus. For Streptococcus pneumoniae, 50% enzymes are found to be Extracellular, 12% cytoplasmic, 13% membranous and 25% as cell wall proteins. 100% enzymes were found to be membranous for Streptococcus pyrogens. Finally the enzymes from DEG were submitted in Drug Bank database to identify approve drug targets. This Data Mining approach found that mostly the enzymes which can act as targets belong to extracellular level in Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae and membranous in Streptococcus pyrogens. This findings gives an understanding of these enzymes interaction with human protein protein interaction at extracellular and membrane level.
ACCT 3220Fall 2013Exercise #3PART IPresented below is .docxannetnash8266
ACCT 3220
Fall 2013
Exercise #3
PART I
Presented below is information related to Falco Corp.
July 1
Falco Corp. sold to Legler Co. merchandise having a sales price of $10,000 with terms 2/10, net/60. Falco records its sales and receivables net.
5
Accounts receivable of $12,000 (gross) are factored with Rothchild Credit Corp. without recourse at a financing charge of 9%. Cash is received for the proceeds; collections are handled by the finance company. (These accounts were all past the discount period.)
Dec. 29
Legler Co. notifies Falco that it is bankrupt and will pay only 10% of its account. Give the entry to write off the uncollectible balance using the allowance method. (Note: First record the increase in the receivable on July 11 when the discount period passed.)
Instructions: Prepare all necessary entries in general journal form for Falco Corp.
PART II
Fiore Corporation factors $250,000 of accounts receivable with Winkler Financing, Inc. on a with recourse basis. Winkler Financing will collect the receivables. The receivables records are transferred to Winkler Financing on August 15, 2014. Winkler Financing assesses a finance charge of 2% of the amount of accounts receivable and also reserves an amount equal to 4% of accounts receivable to cover probable adjustments.
Instructions:
(a)
What conditions must be met for a transfer of receivables with recourse to be accounted for as a sale?
(b)
Assume the conditions from part (a) are met. Prepare the journal entry on August 15, 2014, for Fiore to record the sale of receivables, assuming the recourse obligation has a fair value of $3,000.
PART III
Inventory information for Part 311 of Seminole Corp. discloses the following information for the month of June.
June 1
Balance
300 units @ $10
June 10
Sold
200 units @ $24
11
Purchased
800 units @ $11
15
Sold
500 units @ $25
20
Purchased
500 units @ $13
27
Sold
250 units @ $27
Instructions:
(a)
Assuming that the periodic inventory method is used, compute the cost of goods sold and ending inventory under (1) LIFO and (2) FIFO.
(b)
Assuming that the perpetual inventory method is used and costs are computed at the time of each withdrawal, what is the value of the ending inventory at LIFO?
(c)
Assuming that the perpetual inventory method is used and costs are computed at the time of each withdrawal, what is the gross profit if the inventory is valued at FIFO?
(d)
Why is it stated that LIFO usually produces a lower gross profit than FIFO?
KOWSAR
Int J Endocrinol Metab. 2010;8(2):68-73
Journal home page: www.IJEM.org
Effect of garlic on serum adiponectin and interleukin levels in women with
metabolic syndrome
Faranak Sharifi 1*, Abdolkarim Sheikhi 1, Mahnaz Behdad 1, Nouraddin Mousavinasab 1
1 Metabolic Diseases Research Center, Valieasr Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, IR Iran
A B S T R A C T
Background: Metabolic syndrome is considered to be an inflam.
Case #1.
Azathioprine에 의한 심한 골수부전 환자를 소개 하였습니다.
실제로 소개드린 첫번째 문헌(GUT)에 의하면 골수 억제의 부작용은 초기 치료 기간에 집중되어 있지만 전 치료 기간에 발생될 수 있는 것으로 되어 있습니다. 문헌들에 의하면 TPMT 활성이 저하된 환자에게 많이 발생하고 투여 전 TPMT 활성을 검사 한 후 치료를 시작 하여야 한다는 내용들이 많습니다. 그러나 TPMT 검사는 고가에 오랜 검사기간이 걸리는 검사입니다(비보험 225,750원, 20일). 또한 슬라이드에 소개드린 두번째 문헌(DDS)에는 스크리닝 검사의 효용성에 대하여 회의적인 결과를 보고 하였습니다.
면역 억제제 투여시 첫 약물로써 가장 간단하게 투여할 수 있는 이뮤란(Azathioprine)이라는 이름의 약물 역시도 주의하며 투여 해야 할 약물 이라 생각 됩니다. 심각한 혈액학적 합병증의 발생률은 약 6% 정도로 보고되고 있으며, 류마티스질환 치료 하시는 분들 역시도 오랜 치료기간 한두번의 경험을 할 수 있는 정도라고 합니다. 사용을 안할 수 없는 약물인 만큼 투여 전 환자와 보호자에게 발생 가능한 부작용에 대한 충분한 설명이 필요 하다고 생각 합니다.
Case #2.
Hepatic enz. elevation 주소로 오신 분이고, non-A, non-B hepatitis로써 ANA 검사상 high titer 소견을 보였습니다. 그런데 ANA 보고시 간과할 수 있는 ANA pattern이 'Discrete speckled' 로 보고되고 Anti Centromere Ab. 양성소견 이었습니다. 다시 병력 청취 하였더니 Raynaud disease가 의심 되었던 case 입니다. ANA 검사 결과를 볼때 titer 뿐 아니라 pattern도 챙겨 보아야 한다는 교훈을 얻었던 case 입니다.
PUTATIVE DRUG TARGET IDENTIFICATION FOR SEPTIC ARTHRITIS THROUGH DATA MINING ...Jing Zang
Septic arthritis is the purulent invasion of a joint by an infectious agent which produces arthritis. The main organisms having great potential to infect human beings as well as other mammals are Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniaeand Streptococcus pyrogens. In Silico comparative analysis ofall the pathways of host Homo sapiens and pathogens was performed by using KEGG and Protein BLAST. 25, 20 and 16 unique pathways were identified for Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyrogensand Streptococcus pneumonia respectively. Out of these we identified 3 enzymes for Staphylococcus aureus, 4 for Streptococcus pneumoniae and 1 for Streptococcus pyrogens, which are non-homologous to Homo sapiens proteins. The enzymes essential for survival of the pathogens were found out by DEG database. Further CELLO analysis results showed that 50% enzymes are found to be Extracellular, 25% to be cytoplasmic and 25% to be membranous for Staphylococcus aureus. For Streptococcus pneumoniae, 50% enzymes are found to be Extracellular, 12% cytoplasmic, 13% membranous and 25% as cell wall proteins. 100% enzymes were found to be membranous for Streptococcus pyrogens. Finally the enzymes from DEG were submitted in Drug Bank database to identify approve drug targets. This Data Mining approach found that mostly the enzymes which can act as targets belong to extracellular level in Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae and membranous in Streptococcus pyrogens. This findings gives an understanding of these enzymes interaction with human protein protein interaction at extracellular and membrane level.
ACCT 3220Fall 2013Exercise #3PART IPresented below is .docxannetnash8266
ACCT 3220
Fall 2013
Exercise #3
PART I
Presented below is information related to Falco Corp.
July 1
Falco Corp. sold to Legler Co. merchandise having a sales price of $10,000 with terms 2/10, net/60. Falco records its sales and receivables net.
5
Accounts receivable of $12,000 (gross) are factored with Rothchild Credit Corp. without recourse at a financing charge of 9%. Cash is received for the proceeds; collections are handled by the finance company. (These accounts were all past the discount period.)
Dec. 29
Legler Co. notifies Falco that it is bankrupt and will pay only 10% of its account. Give the entry to write off the uncollectible balance using the allowance method. (Note: First record the increase in the receivable on July 11 when the discount period passed.)
Instructions: Prepare all necessary entries in general journal form for Falco Corp.
PART II
Fiore Corporation factors $250,000 of accounts receivable with Winkler Financing, Inc. on a with recourse basis. Winkler Financing will collect the receivables. The receivables records are transferred to Winkler Financing on August 15, 2014. Winkler Financing assesses a finance charge of 2% of the amount of accounts receivable and also reserves an amount equal to 4% of accounts receivable to cover probable adjustments.
Instructions:
(a)
What conditions must be met for a transfer of receivables with recourse to be accounted for as a sale?
(b)
Assume the conditions from part (a) are met. Prepare the journal entry on August 15, 2014, for Fiore to record the sale of receivables, assuming the recourse obligation has a fair value of $3,000.
PART III
Inventory information for Part 311 of Seminole Corp. discloses the following information for the month of June.
June 1
Balance
300 units @ $10
June 10
Sold
200 units @ $24
11
Purchased
800 units @ $11
15
Sold
500 units @ $25
20
Purchased
500 units @ $13
27
Sold
250 units @ $27
Instructions:
(a)
Assuming that the periodic inventory method is used, compute the cost of goods sold and ending inventory under (1) LIFO and (2) FIFO.
(b)
Assuming that the perpetual inventory method is used and costs are computed at the time of each withdrawal, what is the value of the ending inventory at LIFO?
(c)
Assuming that the perpetual inventory method is used and costs are computed at the time of each withdrawal, what is the gross profit if the inventory is valued at FIFO?
(d)
Why is it stated that LIFO usually produces a lower gross profit than FIFO?
KOWSAR
Int J Endocrinol Metab. 2010;8(2):68-73
Journal home page: www.IJEM.org
Effect of garlic on serum adiponectin and interleukin levels in women with
metabolic syndrome
Faranak Sharifi 1*, Abdolkarim Sheikhi 1, Mahnaz Behdad 1, Nouraddin Mousavinasab 1
1 Metabolic Diseases Research Center, Valieasr Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, IR Iran
A B S T R A C T
Background: Metabolic syndrome is considered to be an inflam.
Evidence-Based Treatments of AddictionAuthor(s) Charles P. .docxgitagrimston
Evidence-Based Treatments of Addiction
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SOCIETY JAJJ Published online 18 July 2008
Review
Evidence-based treatments of addiction
Charles P. O'Brien*
Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania, 3900 Chestnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6178, USA
Both pharmacotherapy and behavioural treatment are required to relieve the symptoms of addictive
disorders. This paper reviews the evidence for the benefits of pharmacotherapy and discusses
mechanisms where possible. Animal models of addiction have led to some medications that are effective
in reducing symptoms and improving function but they do not produce a cure. Addiction is a chronic
disease that tends to recur when treatment is stopped; thus, long-term treatment is recommended.
Keywords: addiction; relapse; withdrawal; endophenotype
1. INTRODUCTION
Most theories of drug-addiction mechanisms have been
based on animal models and, until recently, these
theories have made the assumption that all subjects are
alike in their responses to drugs (Deroche-Gamonet
et ah 2004). In reality, human subjects are quite
variable in how they respond to drugs. Moreover,
data from the studies of non-human primates indicate
that genetic variation is also important in other higher
species. Drugs that demonstrate rewarding properties
in animals also tend to be abused by humans, but only
by a relatively small percentage of those humans
exposed (table 1). The most obvious effects of chronic
drug use are tolerance and physiological dependence
and these phenomena trans ...
Anti thyroid therapy like carbimazol,methimazol and propylethoiuracil may affect liver through affection of liver cell and can lead to cholestasis or liver cell failure
DIRI with commercial available agents ,,,.pdfMOHITROCK1
review articles 7th semester b pharm final year
topic: Drug Induced Renal Injury (DIRI): Alarming indication towards the
catastrophic behavior of drugs
Materials and Methods of DIRI
Renal manifestations of recrea
Nephrotoxicity of Ciprofloxaci
Herbal Nephropathy (Cranberry)
B PHARM
A 5-year old boy, with an established diagnosis of a topic
dermatitis, previously treated by topical corticosteroids and emollient cream with a good improvement, developed widespread papules on his legs, hands and forearm that appeared 5 months ago.
Methods: Retrospectively, the file records of the patients who underwent sleeve gastrectomy were examined. Demographic features, Body Mass Index (BMI), the mouth opening, Mallampati score, thyromental distance, sternomental distance, neck circumference measurements and videolaryngoscopic examination results were recorded Results: In a total of 140 consecutive patients (58 male, 82 female) were included in the study. The mean age of the study participants was 35.40 ± 9.78 and the mean BMI of the patients was 44.33 ± 7.52 kg/m2
. The mean mouth opening of the patients was 4.82 ± 0.54 cm
and the mean neck circumference was 43.52 ± 4.66 cm. The mean thyromental distance was 8.02 ± 1.00 cm and the mean sternomental distance was16.58 ± 1.53 cm. Difficult intubation was determined in 8 (5.7%) patients. In logistic regression analysis, age (p : 0.446), gender (p : 0.371), BMI (p : 0.947), snoring (p : 0.567), sleep apnea (p : 0.218), mouth opening (p : 0.687), thyromental distance (p :0.557), sternomental (p : 0.596) and neck circumference (p : 0.838) were not the independent predictors of difficult intubation. However, Mallampati score (p : 0.001) and preoperative direct laryngoscopy findings (p : 0.037) performed in outpatient clinic were the significant
predictors of difficult intubation. Interestingly, all patients with grade 4 laryngoscopy findings had difficult intubation.
Introduction: Laparoscopic surgery has been performed in Mexico since 1989, but no reports about training tendencies exist. We conducted a national survey in 2015, and here we report the results concerning training characteristics during the surgical residence of the respondents. Materials and Methods: A prospective study was conducted through a survey questioning demographic data, laparoscopic training during pre and post surgical residency and other of areas of laparoscopic practice. The sample was calculated and survey piloted before
application. Special interest in this report was placed on type and quality of training received. Data are reported in percentages.
Heterotopic Ossification (HO) is defined as pathological bone formation at locations where bone normally does not exist. The
presence of HO has been found to be a rare complication after stroke in several studies, whereas there are only sporadic references relating HO to Cerebral Palsy (CP) and few for CP and stroke. No effective treatment for HO has yet been found, whereas the cellular and molecular mechanisms have not been completely understood. Therefore, increased awareness among physicians is required, as a challenge for early diagnosis and treatment. A case of a male patient with CP, who developed HO on the paretichip joint following an ischemic stroke is presented.
Objectives: To assess the practice of food hygiene and safety, and its associated factors among street food vendors in urban areas of Shashemane, West Arsi Zone, Oromia Ethiopia, 2019.
Methods: Cross-sectional study design was applied from December 28, 2019 to January 27, 2020. Data was collected from 120 food handlers, which were selected by purposive sampling techniques. Information was gathered from interview and field observation by conducting food safety survey and using questionnaires via face to face interview. The collected data was entered using Epi Data 3.1 and finally, it was analyzed using SPSS VERSION 20.
A Division I football athlete experienced acute posterior leg pain while pushing off on the line of scrimmage. Ultrasound (US) showed a midsubstance plantaris tendon rupture, an injury that, to our knowledge, has only been described once before in the medical literature [1]. US was also used to assist with rehab progression and return to previous level of activity, which was achieved three weeks after the injury. While there currently are no guidelines regarding return to sport after this injury, this case demonstrates that once pain is controlled and ROM restored, progression through rehabilitation and return to elite level sport is simply based on symptoms.
Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), is a severe disease, representing 5-10% of all reported cases of diabetes worldwide. Fulminant Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (FT1D) is a subtype of type 1 diabetes mellitus that is largely characterized by the abrupt onset of Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and severe hyperglycemia without insulin defi ciency. Viral infections have been hypothesized to play a major role in the pathogenesis of Fulminant Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (FT1D) through the complete and rapid destruction of pancreatic beta cells. Coxsackie viral infection has been detected in islets of 50% of the pancreatic tissue recovered from recent-onset Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) patients. In this report we have highlighted a case where the patient developed a Group B Coxsackie virus infection culminating in the development of Fulminant Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (FT1D).
Methods: Cercariae are released by infected water snails. To determine the occurrence of cercariae-emitting snails in SchleswigHolstein, 155 public bathing places were visited and searched for fresh water snails. Family and genus of the collected snails were determined and the snails were examined for the shedding of cercariae, using a standard method and a newly developed method.
Objective: To generate preliminary information about of enteroviruses and Enterovirus 71 (EV71) in patients with aseptic meningitis in Khartoum State, Sudan.
Method: Cerebrospinal fluid specimens were collected from 89 aseptic meningitis patients from different Khartoum Hospitals
(Mohammed Alamin Hamid Hospital, Soba Teaching Hospital, Omdurman Military Hospital, Alban Gadeed Teaching Hospital and Police Hospital) within February to May 2015. Among these 89 patients, 43 (48%) were males and 46 (52%) were females. The patient’s age ranged between 1 day and 30 years old. The collected specimens were assayed to detect enteroviruses and EV71 RNA using Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) technique
Femoral hernias, comprise 2% to 4% of all hernias in the inguinal region, and occur most commonly in women. Th ey present typically with a mass below the level of the inguinal ligament. The sac may contain preperitoneal fat, omentum, small bowel, or other structures and have a high rate of incarceration and strangulation due to the small size of the hernia neck orifice, requiring emergency surgery. We present the case of a 54-year-old female patient with intestinal occlusion due to incarcerated femoral hernia, repaired by laparoscopic approach, that gave the patient the opportunity to attend her daughter’s wedding the same day.
Small Supernumerary Marker Chromosome (sSMC) is a rare genetic condition marked by the presence of an extra chromosome to the 46 human chromosomes. This case report describes a 4 year old child with SSMC on the 46th chromosome. The child presented with delayed speech and language development, seizures and mild developmental delay. Speech and Language evaluation was carried out and management options are discussed.
A catheter is a thin tube made from medical grade materials that serve a broad range of functions, but mainly catheters are medical devices that can be inserted in the body to treat disease or perform surgical procedures. Catheters have been inserted into body cavities, ducts, or vessels to allow for drainage, administration of therapeutic fluids or gases, operational access for surgery. Catheters help perform tasks in various systems such as cardiovascular, urological, gastrointestinal, neurovascular, and ophthalmic systems. A dataset of 12 patients with varying “weights” and “heights” was recorded along with the lengths of their catheter tubes. This data set was found from two revered statistical textbooks on linear regression and the Department of Scientific Computing at Florida State University. This data set was not able to be linked to any particular clinical or experimental research studies, but the data set can be used to help catheter manufacturers and medical professionals better decide on what particular catheter lengths to use for patients knowing only their height & weight. These research insights could be helpful to healthcare professionals that have patients with incomplete or no healthcare records
to decide what catheter length to use. The main investigative inquiry that needed to be answered was how does patient weight & height influence catheter length together and separately? We conducted linear regression and other statistical analysis procedures in R program & Microsoft Excel and discovered that this data exhibited a quality called multi collinearity. With multi collinearity, all predictors (2 or more
independent variables) are not significant in an all encompassing linear aggression, but the predictors might be significant in their own individual linear regressions. Individual linear regression analyses were conducted for both patient height & weight to see how much they both contribute to varying catheter length. Patient weight was found to be more impatful than patient height in relationship to catheter length, even though height and weight are a classical example of multi collinearity predictors.
Bovine mastitis has a negative impact through economic losses in the dairy sector across the globe. A cross sectional study was carried out from September 2015 to July 2016 to determine the prevalence of bovine mastitis, associated risk factors and isolation of major causative bacteria in lactating dairy cows in selected districts of central highland of Ethiopia. A total of 304 lactating cows selected randomly from five districts were screened by California Mastitis Test (CMT) for subclinical mastitis. Based on CMT result and clinical examination, over all prevalence of mastitis at cow level was 70.62% (214/304).
Two hundred fourteen milk samples collected from CMT positive cows were cultured for isolation of major causative bacteria. From 214 milk samples,187 were culture positive and the most prevalent isolates were Staphylococcus aureus 42.25% (79/187) followed by Streptococcus agalactiae 14.43%
(27/187). Other bacterial isolates were included Coagulase Negative Staphylococcus species 12.83% (24/187), Streptococcus dysgalactiae 5.88% (11/187), Escherichia coli 13.38% (25/187) and Entrococcus feacalis 11.23% (21/187) were also isolated. Moreover, age, parity number, visible teat abnormalities,husbandry practice, barn fl oor status and milking hygiene were considered as risk factors for the occurrence of bovine mastitis and they were found significantly associated with the occurrence of mastitis (p < 0.05). The findings of this study warrants the need for strategic approach including dairy extension that focus on enhancing dairy farmers’ awareness and practice of hygienic milking, regular screening for subclinical mastitis, dry cow therapy and culling of chronically infected cows.
The assessment, diagnosis and treatment of critically ill patients is extremely challenging. Patients often deteriorate whilst being
reviewed and their rapidly changing pathophysiology barrages healthcare professionals with new data. Furthermore, comprehensive assessments must be postponed until the patient has been stabilised. So, important data and interventions are often missed in the heat of the moment. In emergency situations, suboptimal management decisions may cause signifi cant morbidity and mortality. Fortunately, standardisation and careful design of documentation (i.e. proformas and checklists) can enhance patient safety. So, I have developed a series of checklist proformas to guide the assessment of critically ill patients. These proformas also promote the systematic recording and presentation of information to facilitate the retrieval of the precise data required for the management for critically ill patients. The proformas have been modifi ed extensively over the last twenty years based on my personal experience and extensive consultation with colleagues in several world-renowned centres of excellence. The proformas were originally developed for use in the intensive therapy unit
or high dependency unit. However, they have been adapted for use by outreach teams reviewing patients admitted outside of critical care areas. The use of these tools can direct eff orts to provide appropriate organ support and provides a framework for diagnostic reasoning.
Systemic Hypertension (HTN) accounts for the largest amount of attributable Cardiovascular (CV) mortality worldwide. There are several factors responsible for the development of HTN and its CV complications. Multicenter trials revealed that risk factors responsible for Micro Vascular Disease (MVD) are similar for those attributable to Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) which include tobacco use, unhealthy cholesterol levels, HTN, obesity and overweight, physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, diabetes, insulin resistance, increasing age and genetic predisposition. In addition, the defective release of Nitric Oxide (NO) could be a putative candidate for HTN and MVD. This study reviewed the risk stratification of hypertensive population employing cardiac imaging modalities which are of crucial importance
in diagnosis. It further emphasized the proper used of cardiac imaging to determine patients at increased CV risk and identify the management strategy. It is now known that NO has an important effect on blood pressure, and the basal release of endothelial Nitric Oxide (eNOS) in HTN may be reduced. Although there are different forms of eNOS gene allele, there is no solid data revealing the potential role of the polymorphism of the eNOS in patients with HTN and coronary vascular diseases. In the present article, the prevalence of eNOS G298 allele in hypertensive patients with micro vascular angina will be demonstrated. This review provides an update on appropriate and justified use of non-invasive imaging tests in hypertensive patients and its important role in proper diagnosis of MVD and CAD. Second, eNOS gene allele and its relation to essential hypertension and angina pectoris are also highlighted.
Methods: Two groups were selected by non-probability random sampling technique including case group of 154 patients with
suspected dengue (fever>2days and <10days) and control group of 146 patients with febrile illness other than dengue. Clinical,hematological and serologic markers of cases and control groups were analyzed. The frequency distribution was used to compare categorical serologic markers and paired sample T test was applied for hematologic variables before and after treatment of dengue using SPSS version 21.
Researchers from Utrecht recently published yet another paper on the use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)demonstrating an additional failed attempt to understand the importance of qualitative versus quantitative imaging, and anatomic versus physiologic imaging. Th e implications of this failure here cannot be overstated.
Introduction: Stroke is an even more dramatic major public health problem in young people. Goal of the study: Contribute to the knowledge of strokes in young people. Methodology: This was a retrospective study carried out over a period of 02 years (January 2017 to December 2018) including the files of patients aged 18 to 49 years hospitalized for any suspected case of stroke in the Neurology department of the University Hospital
Center of the Sino-Central African Friendship (CHUSCA) of Bangui.
Background: This report describes a unique case of a patient that developed psychotic symptoms believed to be secondary
to a tentorial meningioma with associated hydrocephalus. These psychotic symptoms subsequently abated with placement of a
ventriculoperitoneal shunt. Case description: 60-year-old female was admitted to an inpatient psychiatric facility on a psychiatric involuntary commitment petition due to progressive paranoia, homicidal ideation and psychosis. The work up showed a calcified six cm tentorial meningioma with associated hydrocephalus. The patient initially rejected treatment but later became amenable to placement of Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt
(VPS).
Introduction: Adjuvant chemotherapy such as S-I is thought to prolong the life expectancy of patients with gastric cancer. The
number of older patients with gastric cancer has recently been increasing. Here we examined the prognosis of older patients with stage II or III gastric cancer.
Methods: The study cohort comprises 658 patients with stage II or III gastric cancer who underwent curative surgery from 1994 to 2014 in our institution. From 1994 to 2003 was considered the early phase, whereas from 2004 to 2014 was considered the late phase. The patients were classifi ed by age into under 65 years (Non-Elderly [NE]); 65-74 years (Early Elderly [EE]); and over 74 years (Late Elderly [LE] groups.
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The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
Generalised disease of the prostate due to hormonal derangement which leads to non malignant enlargement of the gland (increase in the number of epithelial cells and stromal tissue)to cause compression of the urethra leading to symptoms (LUTS
micro teaching on communication m.sc nursing.pdfAnurag Sharma
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These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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Title: Sense of Taste
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the structure and function of taste buds.
Describe the relationship between the taste threshold and taste index of common substances.
Explain the chemical basis and signal transduction of taste perception for each type of primary taste sensation.
Recognize different abnormalities of taste perception and their causes.
Key Topics:
Significance of Taste Sensation:
Differentiation between pleasant and harmful food
Influence on behavior
Selection of food based on metabolic needs
Receptors of Taste:
Taste buds on the tongue
Influence of sense of smell, texture of food, and pain stimulation (e.g., by pepper)
Primary and Secondary Taste Sensations:
Primary taste sensations: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Bitter, Umami
Chemical basis and signal transduction mechanisms for each taste
Taste Threshold and Index:
Taste threshold values for Sweet (sucrose), Salty (NaCl), Sour (HCl), and Bitter (Quinine)
Taste index relationship: Inversely proportional to taste threshold
Taste Blindness:
Inability to taste certain substances, particularly thiourea compounds
Example: Phenylthiocarbamide
Structure and Function of Taste Buds:
Composition: Epithelial cells, Sustentacular/Supporting cells, Taste cells, Basal cells
Features: Taste pores, Taste hairs/microvilli, and Taste nerve fibers
Location of Taste Buds:
Found in papillae of the tongue (Fungiform, Circumvallate, Foliate)
Also present on the palate, tonsillar pillars, epiglottis, and proximal esophagus
Mechanism of Taste Stimulation:
Interaction of taste substances with receptors on microvilli
Signal transduction pathways for Umami, Sweet, Bitter, Sour, and Salty tastes
Taste Sensitivity and Adaptation:
Decrease in sensitivity with age
Rapid adaptation of taste sensation
Role of Saliva in Taste:
Dissolution of tastants to reach receptors
Washing away the stimulus
Taste Preferences and Aversions:
Mechanisms behind taste preference and aversion
Influence of receptors and neural pathways
Impact of Sensory Nerve Damage:
Degeneration of taste buds if the sensory nerve fiber is cut
Abnormalities of Taste Detection:
Conditions: Ageusia, Hypogeusia, Dysgeusia (parageusia)
Causes: Nerve damage, neurological disorders, infections, poor oral hygiene, adverse drug effects, deficiencies, aging, tobacco use, altered neurotransmitter levels
Neurotransmitters and Taste Threshold:
Effects of serotonin (5-HT) and norepinephrine (NE) on taste sensitivity
Supertasters:
25% of the population with heightened sensitivity to taste, especially bitterness
Increased number of fungiform papillae
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To encourage widespread vaccination, the government is also collaborating with local schools, workplaces, and community centers to facilitate vaccination drives. Special attention is being given to ensuring that the vaccine is accessible to all, including marginalized communities who may have limited access to healthcare.
Residents are reminded that the flu vaccine is safe and effective. Common side effects are mild and may include soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or muscle aches. These side effects are generally short-lived and far less severe than the flu itself.
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Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
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Tom Selleck Health: A Comprehensive Look at the Iconic Actor’s Wellness Journeygreendigital
Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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INTRODUCTION
Kratom is an herbal product that is derived from Southeast
Asian Mitragyna speciosa tree leaves [1-10]. Such leaves contain
psychoactive opioid compounds that can be utilized for many
purposes such as stimulation, euphoria, or analgesia [1-10]. As a
popular drug, Kratom is used widely for conditions such as chronic
pain, diarrhea, or fatigue management. Patients have used this drug
for chronic pain management when interchanging with opiates.
Kratom can also be used recreationally in teas consisting of Kratom
leaves, cough syrup, Coca-Cola, and ice; this can induce euphoria and
hallucinations when consumed [3,8,9].
Recently, it has been identified as an emerging drug of abuse.
Liver toxicity and histopathology from Kratom has not been
documented extensively despite the United States Drug Enforcement
Administration listing this drug on its “Drugs and Chemicals of
Concern” list [8]. Research about Kratom’s potential toxicities is
scarce except for scattered case reports [1,2,4-6]. Given the scarce
literature of Kratom, this report describes a novel case of Kratom
induced hepatotoxicity disguised as choledocholithiasis in a young
female with chronic back pain.
CASE REPORT
This case presents a 36-year-old female with chronic back initially
managed with Gabapentin. Her baseline laboratory tests prior to
starting Kratom us were within normal limits. She started Kratom
for back pain. Two weeks later, she stopped taking Kratom due to
experiencing vague epigastric symptoms such as severe nausea and
vomiting. Her liver enzymes were elevated after stopping Kratom
(Table 1). A right upper quadrant abdominal ultrasound showed mild
non-specific thickening of the gallbladder wall with no gallstones
present. An initial diagnosis of choledocholithiasis was suspected
based on her symptoms and laboratory tests (Table 2). A liver biopsy
was performed and it ruled out both infectious and autoimmune
hepatitis; results demonstrated drug-induced liver injury (Figures
1-5). Soon after, her liver function tests were monitored every three
days. She saw gradual improvement over the course of six weeks and
eventually returned to normal limits.
DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION
Kratom is an herbal product that is derived from Southeast Asian
Mitragyna speciosa tree leaves [1-10]. The effects of this compound
are mediated by mitragynine and its active metabolites which are
intrinsic in antagonizing opioid receptors [3,7]. The adverse effect to
a compound may include confusion, coma, respiratory arrest whereas
milder symptoms may include right upper quadrant pain and elevated
liver function tests [3]. The injury that occurred to this patient in
this case report over a period of several months was primarily due
to drug-induced liver injury from Kratom usage. Her liver function
tests reflect such changes over a period of months. With right upper
quadrant pain and elevated liver function tests, both can create a
broad differential diagnosis that can include choledocholithiasis. She
underwent workup for cholestatic injury along with a liver biopsy.
Her work-up resulted in drug-induced liver injury. Her symptoms
and liver function tests resolved after one month.The rise in Kratom
usage in the United States and other Western countries has been
attributed to supplement stores and over the internet as a sedative
with euphoric effects [8,10]. Kratom, surprisingly, has been used in
Southeast Asia for centuries but is now under consideration to be
banned; Thailand is one country that has a ban on Kratom usage [8].
Attention is now being warranted to Kratom and similar compounds
due to its deleterious side effect profile after its use. The side effect
profile of this compound is dose dependent, which may include [3,8]:
• Low dose (1-5 g of raw leaves): Nausea, loss of appetite,
blushing, anxiety, agitation.
• Moderate (5-15 g of raw leaves): tachycardia, constipation,
dry mouth, sweating.
Abstract
Kratom is an herbal product that is derived from Southeast Asian Mitragyna speciose tree leaves [1-10]. This compound is used
for many purposes such as stimulation, euphoria, or analgesia [1-10]. It has been recently identified as a drug of abuse by the United
States Drug Enforcement Administration [2,8]. Side-effects from this compound have not been well documented. We describe a case of a
36-year-old female who develop nephrotoxicity after taking an herbal supplement. She took kratom as an adjunctive therapy for back pain
management. She developed right upper quadrant pain and nausea. Laboratory tests showed elevated liver enzymes without evidence
of bile duct obstruction. Liver enzymes normalized several weeks after Kratom discontinuation. We advise clinicians to be vigilant about
Kratom’s hepatotoxic potential on patient health.
Table 1: Summary of the patient’s liver function tests and related lab values.
Date 9/2/2017 3/2/2018 3/6/2018 3/12/2018 3/14/2018 3/16/2018 3/18/2018 3/21/2018 3/26/2018 3/29/2018
Normal Range
Alk Phos 127 234 347 342 316 267 199 163 125 124 35-129
AST (U/L) 27 44 164 149 262 210 92 46 33 22 10.-45
ALT (U/L) 53 180 259 344 508 485 282 172 67 55 10.-65
Bilirubin (mg/
dL)
3 0.1-1.5
Amylase (u/L) 25 25-115
Lipase (u/L) 69 23-85
Eosinophils
ABS
0.67 0.00-0.50
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• Heavy (greater than 15 g of raw leaves): Similar to opioid
overdose – Respiratory depression, liver toxicity, and death.
Although Kratom is listed on the “Drugs and Chemicals of
Concern” list, this drug remains rampant as it is sold on the internet
as an alternative to pain control [8]. Many websites exist that include
articles that claim its anti-analgesic properties and its use in opioid
withdrawal. Here, attention should be given to fully analyze the
effects of Kratom.
Kratom use has been on the rise for the past few years for
managementofconditionssuchasstimulation,euphoria,oranalgesia.
The side-effect profile of this compound has not been well studied;
this compound can mimic conditions such as choledocholithiasis.
Clinicians should monitor for Kratom usage in patients and advise
against its use.
Table 2: Summary of liver serology exams.
Lab test Specific value Reference range
HSV type 1 antibody, IgG 26.1 0-0.90
HSV type 2 antibody, IgG < 0.91 0-0.91
HSV antibody, IgM 2.08 0-0.91
Microsomal Antibody - LIV/KID 2.7 0-20
ASM 9 0-19
ANA Negative Negative
ANCA Titer, IFA < 1:20 0-1
Anti-proteinase 3 < 0.2 0-1
Myeloperoxidase antibody < 0.2 0-1
Ceruloplasmin 37.9 19-39
CMV antibody, IgG 5.8 0-0.59
CMV antibody, IgM < 30 0-30
EBV antibody viral capsid
antibody, IgG
399 0-18
EBV VCA antibody, IgM < 36.0 0-36
Alpha 1 Antitrypsin 139 90-200
Alpha 1 antitrypsin antibody Negative Negative
HAV antibody, IgM Non-reactive Non-reactive
Hepatitis B surface antigen Non-reactive Non-reactive
Anti-hepatitis B core, IgM Non-reactive Non-reactive
Hepatitis C Non-reactive Non-reactive
Figure 1: A Gross section of liver under microscope.
Figure 2: A close up view of a section of liver under the microscope.
Sections of liver show the hepatic parenchyma that contains central veins
and portal areas. Each portal area contains usual structure but bile ducts are
somewhat difficult to find due to damage from infiltrating lymphocytes. No
piecemeal necrosis or significant inflammation is seen but there is presence
of inflammatory infiltrates in portal areas consisting of lymphocytes and
eosinophils with scattered neutrophils.
Figure 3: A close upview of a section of liver under the microscope.
Sections of liver show the hepatic parenchyma that contains central veins
and portal areas. Each portal area contains usual structure but bile ducts are
somewhat difficult to find due to damage from infiltrating lymphocytes. No
piecemeal necrosis or significant inflammation is seen but there is presence
of inflammatory infiltrates in portal areas consisting of lymphocytes and
eosinophils with scattered neutrophils.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The authors of this article would like to thank the sponsoring
institution Trios Health for making substantive contribution to the
research of this manuscript.
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare. Verbal and
written consent was obtained from a patient who participated in this
case report.
AUTHOR CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Tegpal Atwal provided the information needed for the
creation of this case report along with supervision. Drs. Jonathan
Quinonez helped to create the article.
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Figure 5: A close upview of a section of liver under the microscope.
Sections of liver show the hepatic parenchyma that contains central veins
and portal areas. Each portal area contains usual structure but bile ducts are
somewhat difficult to find due to damage from infiltrating lymphocytes. No
piecemeal necrosis or significant inflammation is seen but there is presence
of inflammatory infiltrates in portal areas consisting of lymphocytes and
eosinophils with scattered neutrophils.
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Figure 4: A close upview of a section of liver under the microscope.
Sections of liver show the hepatic parenchyma that contains central veins
and portal areas. Each portal area contains usual structure but bile ducts are
somewhat difficult to find due to damage from infiltrating lymphocytes. No
piecemeal necrosis or significant inflammation is seen but there is presence
of inflammatory infiltrates in portal areas consisting of lymphocytes and
eosinophils with scattered neutrophils.
Figure 6: A close upview of a section of liver under the microscope.
Sections of liver show the hepatic parenchyma that contains central veins
and portal areas. Each portal area contains usual structure but bile ducts are
somewhat difficult to find due to damage from infiltrating lymphocytes. No
piecemeal necrosis or significant inflammation is seen but there is presence
of inflammatory infiltrates in portal areas consisting of lymsphocytes and
eosinophils with scattered neutrophils.