Science Journal of Clinical Medicine

Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012

  • Rheumatology Rapid Access and Treatment Service – Improving Patient Care Holistically

    Deepa Iyer, Richard Hull

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012
    Pages: 1-3
    Received: 27 November 2012
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    Published: 30 December 2012
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    Abstract: Objective: Various rheumatological conditions can present with different degrees of severity at any point in their course. It is extremely important for such patients to be monitored regularly and to feel reassured that they are able to access the specialist services for flare ups and concerns. The aim of this project was to evaluate the outcome of... Show More
  • Recombinant Insulin in Type 2 Diabetes Treatment: Where Are We Now?

    Giuseppina T. Russo, Provvidenza Villari, Elisabetta L Romeo, Annalisa Giandalia, Domenico Cucinotta

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012
    Pages: 4-9
    Received: 30 December 2012
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    Published: 30 December 2012
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    Abstract: Several insulin formulations are currently available for clinical use, including human regular and protaminated insulins, rapid- and long- acting analogs and premixed combinations, which can be used in different regimens. However, there is no consensus on which are the insulin formulation and the insulin regimen of choice, especially in type 2 diab... Show More
  • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Onlay Repair of Abdominal Incisional and Ventral Hernias wth Polyvinylidene Fluoride-Coated Polypropylene Mesh; A Retrospective Study with Short to Medium Term Results

    D. G. Roberts, S. Anwar.

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012
    Pages: 10-14
    Received: 13 November 2012
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    Published: 30 December 2012
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    Abstract: Laparoscopic repair of incisional and ventral hernias has increased in popularity due to reduced pain, shorter length of stay and earlier return to work. Dynamesh Intraperitoneal onlay mesh (IPOM), a composite of polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) coated polypropylene (PP) was designed to utilize the properties of both materials. This retrospective st... Show More