American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Medicine

Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016

  • Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Aloe Vera (l) Burm, F. on COX-2 and Histamine Expression in Mice Skin Exposed to UVB

    Venyce Laurence Agung, Alwi A. Mappiasse, Siswanto Wahab, Gemini Alam, M. Husni Cangara, Ilhamjaya Patellongi

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016
    Pages: 94-97
    Received: 20 May 2016
    Accepted: 28 May 2016
    Published: 13 June 2016
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    Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the anti-inflammatory effect of topical aloe vera on COX-2 and histamine expression in mice skin exposed to UVB. COX-2 and histamine expression were examined by using immunochemistry staining in skin samples from totally 20 Swiss Albino mice in the control group, UVB group, UVB+Ethanol group, UVB+Aloe gr... Show More
  • The Level of Copper in Hair Androgenic Alopecia

    Wiwiek Amriyana Saputri, Farida Tabri, Nurelly Noro Waspodo, Burhanuddin Bahar, Agussalim Bukhari, Nursiah La Nafie

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016
    Pages: 98-102
    Received: 20 May 2016
    Accepted: 31 May 2016
    Published: 17 June 2016
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    Abstract: Androgenic alopecia is characterized by progressive loss of hair from the scalp. This research aimed to determine the hair and blood copper levels in men with androgenic alopecia. The research was conducted in the Department of Dermatovenereology of Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Hospital, Makassar and the Center for Health Laboratory, Makassar, using th... Show More
  • Relationship Between Overexpression of EML4-ALK Variant 1 and Inflammatory Moleculars and Immune Mediators Associated with Tumor Progression and Metastasis in BEAS-2B and H2126 Cells

    Yang Chen, Ping Wang

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016
    Pages: 103-108
    Received: 16 June 2016
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    Published: 17 June 2016
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    Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between overexpression of EML4-ALK and inflammatory factors about tumor progression and metastasis in a human bronchial epithelial cell (BEAS-2B) and a lung cancer cell (H2126). The recombinant plasmids with EML4-ALK variant 1 and EML4-ALK K589M (EML4-ALK variant 1 kinase inactive mutant) fu... Show More
  • Catheterization Related Complications Among Adults Male Patients with Urinary Retention in a Teaching Hospital

    Muzzammil Abdullahi, Bashir Yunusa, Sharfuddeen Abbas Mashi, Sani Ali AJI, Sani Usman Alhassan

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016
    Pages: 109-111
    Received: 18 May 2016
    Accepted: 30 May 2016
    Published: 21 June 2016
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    Abstract: Urethral catheterization is a common procedure in urologic practice. It is most commonly employed in relieving urinary retention. Various complications are associated with urethral catheterization and these depend on availability of expertise and strict observation of asepsis during the procedure. This study aimed at establishing the types and prev... Show More
  • An Assessment of Renal Function Parameters on the Ameliorative Properties of Ginkgo Biloba Extract in Cadmium-Induced Nephrotoxicity in Adult Wistar Rats Model

    Ogunnaike Philip Olubunmi, Olatunji Sunday Yinka, Owolabi Joshua Oladele, Fabiyi Adetutu Olubusayo, Olanrewaju John Afees

    Issue: Volume 4, Issue 4, July 2016
    Pages: 112-117
    Received: 25 May 2016
    Accepted: 02 June 2016
    Published: 21 June 2016
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    Abstract: Renal failure is a growing concern in the modern society and the increasing rate of exposure to toxic substances has contributed a lot to renal diseases. As a result of this, there is a great need for agents that can serve as nephroprotective. The present study assessed some parameters of renal function on the ameliorative properties of Ginkgo bilo... Show More