This manuscript describes a parameter modification to the Radcalc software model such that it would be able to provide a valid check to the predicted radiation doses from the Monte Carlo treatment ...
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) ankylosis is a disorder that leads to a restriction of the mouth opening from partial reduction to complete immobility of the jaw. It can be described as fusion of art...
Most of the verrucous lesions represent proliferations of the surface epithelium but alternatively, some are the result of pathological changes occurring in the lamina propria with secondary elevat...
Mobile phone text message technology has the potential to improve outcomes for patients with depression and co-morbid alcohol dependence syndrome. This study explores the feasibility of using suppo...
This book details the evolutionary anthropology and anatomy of the upright bipedal spine and the vertical compression forces that contribute to the global pandemic of low back pain and lumbar degen...
Direct bonding of orthodontic attachment has removed some of the esthetic concerns many adults previously had when considering orthodontic therapy. With an increase in adult treatment comes the cha...
It has been well established that stress which causes the fight-or-flight response may substantially affect the immune system. Indeed, stressful triggers such as fear, maternal deprivation, social ...
The problem of treating overactive bladder in the elderly despite the undoubted progress made in this direction over the past decade and remains relevant today. This collection of articles includes...
Calcination today is considered as an essential element of education at all levels. It is not surprising that calcination has emerged as a major section in the field of Unani pharmacy (Ilmul Saidla...
Retention of the expanded suture is an interesting issue in orthodontics. Some researchers have evaluated many substances on osteogenesis of the expanding suture. Vitamin C is known as an essential...
In radiation therapy for adenocarcinoma of the prostate, an arbitrary high dose to the prostate gland is limited by toxicity to the neighboring tissues namely to the urethra, the rectum, and bladde...
This book describes a research project into group clinical supervision in primary healthcare involving health visitors, district nurses and school nurses. A mixed methods approach was used of a que...
The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of the herbal medicines used to treat patients who suffer from the type1 diabetes mellitus, to identify the common anti- diabetic herbs in use ...
Participation in a regular exercise program is an effective way to reduce and/or prevent a number of functional declines associated with aging (Chodzko-Zajo et al., 2009). Older adults are advised ...
This study explores emotional quality displayed by health care professionals (HCPs) and the factors that underpin this quality during clinical encounters in primary health care in Malta. Healthcare...
Numerous techniques are available for the purpose of molar distalization, appropriate case selection, appliance fabrication and thorough understanding of biomechanics involved can help to achieve t...
Factors that affect public health in rural and remote areas of the world have been less studied. Using qualitative research methods, reviewing key publications and NGOs sites, this study identifies...
Pre - eclampsia is a medical condition in which hypertension occurs during pregnancy accompanied by significant amounts of protein in urine. It is one of the most dangerous complications of pregnan...
Accurate diagnosis of a malocclusion and the implementation of the treatment modality forms the essence of orthodontics. This is in combination with patient-specific mechanics to achieve a stable r...
This study aimed to elucidate the oral cavity condition from the perspectives of oral functioning and the intra-oral environment and to analyze the association between the oral cavity condition and...