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Construction of a Low-cost Homemade Laparoscopic Simulator for Use in a Caribbean Setting

Issue: 
Vol 68, Issue 1: 2019
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2015.047
Pages: 
20-3
Synopsis: 
Training in laparoscopic surgery is essential for today’s surgical residents, but surgical simulators are costly. This article described the construction of a cheap, easy-to-assemble laparoscopic simulator which is suitable for use in training Caribbean residents in laparoscopic surgery.

ABSTRACT

Background: To the modern surgeon in training, the acquisition of laparoscopic skills is essential. Laparoscopic simulators are effective, but in the often-resource-poor setting of the Caribbean, the cost of these simulators is often prohibitive. We describe the construction of a simulator which is cheap, easy to assemble and effective. It is also relatively easy to mass produce for use in training programmes across the region.

Received: 
28 Jan, 2015
Revised: 
02 May, 2016
Accepted: 
25 May, 2016
Published: 
07 Oct, 2019
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon wimj-iss1-2019_20_23.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Homemade laparoscopic simulator
Journal Authors: 
S Persaud
I Hosein
D Dan
PS Griffith
e-Published: 13 Jun, 2016

Clustering of Ultrasound Cervix Image Using Objective Function

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.118
Synopsis: 
Clustering technique that has been effectively applied to feature investigation, classifier designs in field such as medical imaging and image segmentation. This clustering is achieved by iteratively reducing a cost functionality. It is based on minimization of the objective function.

ABSTRACT

Objective: The purpose of this study was to evaluate a clustering method that gets the similarity between the classes, where the comparison measure controls how the clusters are formed.

Received: 
21 Mar, 2016
Accepted: 
26 May, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon rose_and_allwin-ultrasound_cervix_clustering_by_objective_function.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Ultrasound
Cervix
clustering
objective function
Journal Authors: 
R Jemilla Rose
S Allwin
e-Published: 10 Jun, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

Influence of Silver-hydroxyapatite Nanocomposite Coating on Biofilm Formation of Joint Prosthesis and Its Mechanism

Issue: 
Vol 64, Issue 5: December (2015) – Special Issue on Health Sciences
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.179
Pages: 
506–13
Synopsis: 
The main reason for biomaterial-related refractory infections is biofilm formation caused by bacterial adhesion on the surface of materials. Silver-hydroxyapatite (Ag/HA) nanocomposite coating can inhibit the formation of biofilm, but its mechanism is not clear. In this study, we will determine the amount of biofilm on the Ag/HA composite coating, detect the sustained release rates of silver ions in simulated body fluid, the effects on the biofilm formation of bacteria and the expression of genes related to biofilm formation of S aureus.

ABSTRACT

Background: The main reason for biomaterial related refractory infections is biofilm formation caused by bacterial adhesion on the surface of materials. Silver-hydroxyapatite (Ag/HA) nanocomposite coating can inhibit the formation of biofilm, but its mechanism is not clear.

Received: 
15 Feb, 2016
Accepted: 
27 Apr, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon wimjdec2015_506_513.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Staphylococcus aureus
Escherichia coli
Biofilm
joint prosthesis
silver-hydroxyapatite nanocomposite coating
Journal Authors: 
L Zhao
MA Ashraf
e-Published: 18 May, 2016

Effect of Different Dialysis Methods on Cellular Immunity Function of Maintenance Haemodialysis Patients

Issue: 
Vol 64, Issue 5: December (2015) – Special Issue on Health Sciences
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.178
Pages: 
499–505
Synopsis: 
This study will provide theoretical support for deciding on the best method of blood purification which effectively improves cellular immune function of patients on maintenance haemodialysis. The results indicate that haemodialysis can briefly improve the cellular immune function of patients on maintenance haemodialysis.

ABSTRACT

Background: The study of the effect of different dialysis methods on cellular immune function of maintenance haemodialysis (MHD) patients should provide theoretical support for deciding on the best method of blood purification that effectively improves cellular immune function of haemodialysis patients.

Received: 
15 Feb, 2016
Revised: 
04 May, 2016
Accepted: 
09 May, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon wimjdec2015_499_505.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Haemodialysis
Cellular immunity
haemodiafiltration
high flux haemodialysis
maintenance haemodialysis
Journal Authors: 
L Xing
e-Published: 18 May, 2016

Serum Magnesium and High-sensitive C-reactive Proteins in Hypertensive, Obese Female School Learners

Issue: 
Vol 69, Issue 1: 2021
DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2015.292
Pages: 
32-7
Synopsis: 
This study highlights the increased cardiovascular risks in overweight/obese female school learners in an understudied region of South Africa. There were higher proportions of pre-hypertension, hypertension, and low-grade inflammation in overweight/obese participants in comparison with their lean participants.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To examine the relationship of serum magnesium and high-sensitive C-reactive proteins (hsCRPs) with overweight/obesity, and its association with hypertension in lean versus overweight/obese (O/O), female, adolescent school learners living in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Received: 
03 Jun, 2015
Accepted: 
12 Jun, 2015
Published: 
30 Apr, 2021
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon wimj-iss1-2021_32_37.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Adolescent
Anthropometry
cardiovascular diseases
high-sensitivity C-reactive protein
magnesium
obesity
South Africa
Journal Authors: 
AM Sekokotla
JE Iputo
CR Sewani-Rusike
IM Malema
OV Adeniyi
DT Goon
BN Nkeh-Chungag
e-Published: 05 May, 2016

Risk of Postpartum Depression in the Early Postnatal Period

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.033
Synopsis: 
Postpartum depression is an important health problem because of its negative impact on the family. Our study evidences that the risk factors for postpartum depression were onset of labour, type of delivery, reasons for not having epidural anaesthesia, and parity. Knowing this kind of data can help us to better understand and improve the prognosis of our patients.

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Postpartum depression is an important health problem because of its negative impact on the family. The objective of this study was to ascertain the risk of depression in new mothers who had recently given birth in public university hospitals in Granada and to identify the factors that most contributed to the onset of postpartum depression.

Received: 
20 Jan, 2016
Accepted: 
22 Apr, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon pozo_cano_et_al-postpartum_depression_and_postnatal_period.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
puerperium
Edinburgh scale
postnatal depression
Journal Authors: 
MD Pozo Cano
RF Castillo
JF Guillen Solvas
JF Navío
IG García
e-Published: 28 Apr, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

Assessment of Functional Capacity in Patients with Hypertension Using the Six Minute Walk Test

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.099
Synopsis: 
Functional capacity assessment is now a recognized method for evaluating a person's ability to utilize oxygen during exercise. A six-minute walk test is the most popular and widely used because it’s easy to use and requires no sophisticated equipment. The patients with hypertension should be routinely assessed to monitor their treatment effectiveness and the patients’ clinical status.

ABSTRACT

Objectives: Assessment of functional capacity (FC) is useful in monitoring patient’s progress and also predicts the prognosis. However, sophisticated laboratory equipments are usually required which are not readily available in the clinical settings. This study assessed FC of patients with hypertension using the 6-Minute Walk Test (6-MWT).

Received: 
10 Mar, 2016
Accepted: 
19 Apr, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon awotidebe_et_al-assessment_of_functional_capacity.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Hypertension
Cardiovascular parameter
functional capacity
6-minute walk test
Journal Authors: 
TO Awotidebe
VO Adeyeye
RA Adedoyin
KI Oke
RN Ativie
SA Ogunyemi
SM Ajulo
MO Balogun
e-Published: 28 Apr, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

A Retrospective Review of Patient Outcomes Following Halo-femoral Traction before Spinal Instrumentation in the Management of Severe Scoliosis and Kyphoscoliosis

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.094
Synopsis: 
A Retrospective study to assess the usefulness of preoperative Halo-femoral Traction in the treatment of severe scoliosis. When combined with spinal instrumentation and fusion, this treatment protocol was clinically proven to be safe, tolerable and effective in our local setting.

ABSTRACT

Objective: To determine the effectiveness of peri-operative halo-femoral traction in the management of severe scoliosis and kyphoscoliosis - A retrospective review.

Received: 
09 Mar, 2016
Accepted: 
19 Apr, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon thomas_et_al-stretching_before_reduces_injury.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Halo-femoral traction
retrospective
scoliosis
Journal Authors: 
DK Thomas
D Toby
e-Published: 27 Apr, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

Foreign Body Ingestion in Adults: Clinical Characteristics and Management

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.092
Synopsis: 
Foreign bodies in the gastrointestinal tract are associated with a non-negligent morbidity and mortality. A prospective, descriptive, and transversal study was performed of all the patients who consulted the emergency room of a Venezuelan General Hospital.

ABSTRACT

Received: 
09 Mar, 2016
Accepted: 
20 Apr, 2016
PDF Attachment: 
PDF icon diaz-gomez_et_al-foreign_body_ingestion_in_adults.pdf
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Adults
foreign body ingestion
gastrointestinal endoscopy
Journal Authors: 
M Diaz-Gomez
LC Martinez-Batista
M Carreiro-Rodriguez
e-Published: 27 Apr, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

The Place of Plasmapheresıs ın Nephrology Practıce: A Sıngle Center’s Experıence

DOI: 
10.7727/wimj.2016.091
Synopsis: 
In this study, we retrospectively analyzed the patients who had plasmapheresis in Ankara Numune Education and Research Hospital Nephrology Clinic between 2007 and 2014, and presented our clinical indications for plasmapheresis and treatment efficiency. In this article, we aimed to present plasmapheresis is used in nephrology practice as a treatment option with a low complication rate, and a high treatment efficiency.

ABSTRACT

Received: 
04 Mar, 2016
Accepted: 
20 Apr, 2016
Journal Sections: 
Original Articles
Keywords: 
Crescentic glomerulonephritis
desensitization
graft rejection
kidney diseases
plasmapheresis
Journal Authors: 
Ş Köksal Cevher
E Çoşkun Yenigün
D Turgut
F Dede
G Özet
e-Published: 27 Apr, 2016

Disclaimer

Manuscripts that are Published Ahead of Print have been peer reviewed and accepted for publication by the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. They may appear in their original format and may not be copy edited or formatted in the style guide of this Journal. While accepted manuscripts are not yet assigned a volume, issue or page numbers, they can be cited using the DOI and date of e-publication. See our Instructions for Authors on how to properly cite manuscripts at this stage. The contents of the manuscript may change before it is published in its final form. Manuscripts in this section will be removed once they have been issued to a volume and issue, but will still retain the DOI and date of e-publication.

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