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Validation of PC-based sound card with Biopac for digitalization of ECG recording in short-term HRV analysis
Conclusion: On the basis of the results of the present study, we suggest that the calculation of HRV values in the time and frequency domains by RR series obtained from the PC-based sound card is probably as reliable as those obtained by the gold standard Biopac MP36. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: K Maheshkumar K Dilara KN Maruthy L Sundareswaren Source Type: research

Thimerosal-containing hepatitis B vaccine exposure is highly associated with childhood obesity: A case-control study using the vaccine safety datalink
Conclusions: In a dose-response manner, the present study associates an increased organic mercury exposure from Thimerosal-containing hepatitis B vaccines with an increased risk of obesity diagnosis, and suggests that Thimerosal is an obesogen. The results are biologically plausible and future studies are needed to examine this phenomenon. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: David A Geier Janet K Kern Kristin G Homme Lisa K Sykes Mark R Geier Source Type: research

The effect of renin-angiotensin system inhibitors on kidney allograft survival: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Conclusion: This meta-analysis demonstrated insignificant reduced risks of renal graft loss among renal transplant recipients who received RAS inhibitors. Future studies assessing the potential benefits of RAS inhibitors on allograft survival in specific kidney transplant patient populations are needed. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Wisit Cheungpasitporn Charat Thongprayoon Michael A Mao Wonngarm Kittanamongkolchai Insara J. J. Sathick Stephen B Erickson Source Type: research

Associations between serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D and lipids, lipoprotein cholesterols, and homocysteine
Conclusions: In hyperlipidemic patients, serum vitamin D was a significant independent inverse determinant of total cholesterol, LDLC, triglyceride, and homocysteine, and a significant independent positive determinant of HDLC. Thus, serum vitamin D might be protective against CVD. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Charles J Glueck Vybhav Jetty Matan Rothschild Gregory Duhon Parth Shah Marloe Prince Kevin Lee Michael Goldenberg Ashwin Kumar Naila Goldenberg Ping Wang Source Type: research

The evaluation of syncope in a predominantly black population: Focus on neuroimaging
Conclusions: CT head was not useful in determining the etiology of syncope in a predominantly Black population. Current guidelines and studies conducted in other populations have detected similar findings. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Agazi G Gebreselassie Delamo I Bekele Yonette Paul Julius S Ngwa Daniel A Larbi Source Type: research

The usage of social networking sites by medical students for educational purposes: A meta-analysis and systematic review
Conclusion: Understanding and knowledge of the significant use of SNSs by the medical students demand inclusion of such domains in medical curricula. This will train tomorrow's doctors in fostering their skills of digital technology for educational purposes. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Salman Y Guraya Source Type: research

Facial palsy, a disorder belonging to influential neurological dynasty: Review of literature
Ujwala R Newadkar, Lalit Chaudhari, Yogita K KhalekarNorth American Journal of Medical Sciences 2016 8(7):263-267Facial paralysis is one of the common problem leading to facial deformation. Bell's palsy (BP) is defined as a lower motor neuron palsy of acute onset and idiopathic origin. BP is regarded as a benign common neurological disorder of unknown cause. It has an acute onset and is almost always a mononeuritis. The facial nerve is a mixed cranial nerve with a predominant motor component, which supplies all muscles concerned with unilateral facial expression. Knowledge of its course is vital for anatomic localiz...
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - July 26, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Ujwala R Newadkar Lalit Chaudhari Yogita K Khalekar Source Type: research

Acute bowel obstruction in a giant recurrent right Bochdalek's hernia: A report of complication on both sides of the diaphragm
Conclusion: Acute presentation of complicated BH poses a formidable challenge because of its rarity and complexity. The preferred approach for elective repair of adult BH is debatable, where surgeons-guided by hernia type and biased by their experience-recommend either laparotomy or thoracotomy. Nevertheless, a complicated, giant, recurrent BH typically requires both laparotomy and thoracotomy. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hasan S Massloom Source Type: research

Prosthetic aortic valve endocarditis with left main coronary artery embolism: A case report and review of the literature
Conclusion: We present a rare case of LMCA embolism due to prosthetic valve endocarditis. The present report also highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with such patients. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hafeez Ul Hassan VirkFaisal InayatSalman FarooqAli Raza GhaniGhazi A MirraniMuhammed Waqas Athar Source Type: research

Acute rhabdomyolysis following synthetic cannabinoid ingestion
Conclusion: We recommend the routine evaluation of renal function and CPK levels with early initiation of IV hydration among patients who present to the emergency department following acute ingestion of synthetic cannabinoids to identify potential complications early as well as institute early supportive therapy. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Demilade A AdedinsewoOluwaseun OdewoleTaylor Todd Source Type: research

Acute bowel obstruction in a giant recurrent right Bochdalek's hernia: A report of complication on both sides of the diaphragm
Conclusion: Acute presentation of complicated BH poses a formidable challenge because of its rarity and complexity. The preferred approach for elective repair of adult BH is debatable, where surgeons-guided by hernia type and biased by their experience-recommend either laparotomy or thoracotomy. Nevertheless, a complicated, giant, recurrent BH typically requires both laparotomy and thoracotomy. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Hasan S Massloom Source Type: research

Effect of statins on the mortality of bacteremic patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials
Conclusions: There may be a potential role of statins in similar inflammatory and infective conditions. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Pragya ShresthaDilli R PoudelRanjan PathakSushil GhimireRashmi DhitalMadan R AryalMaryam MahmoodParas Karmacharya Source Type: research

Cardiovascular responses to an isometric handgrip exercise in females with prehypertension
Conclusion: These results suggest that blood pressure measurements performed during IHE may be a useful screening tool in evaluating prehypertensive individuals for antihypertensive treatments. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Vernon BondBryan H CurryRichard G AdamsThomas ObisesanSudhakar PemminatiVasavi R GorantlaKishan KadurRichard M Millis Source Type: research

Comparative study of efficacy and safety of topical squaric acid dibutylester and diphenylcyclopropenone for the treatment of alopecia areata
Conclusions: Between squaric acid dibutylester and diphenylcyclopropenone, squaric acid dibutylester is more efficacious. Further, frequencies of major and minor side effects are also lower than diphenylcyclopropenone. (Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences)
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Anup K TiwaryDharmendra K MishraSS Chaudhary Source Type: research

Perspective of postpartum depression theories: A narrative literature review
Fatemeh Abdollahi, Munn-Sann Lye, Mehran ZarghamiNorth American Journal of Medical Sciences 2016 8(6):232-236Postpartum depression is the most prevalent emotional problem during a women's lifespan. Untreated postpartum depression may lead to several consequences such as child, infant, fetal, and maternal effects. The main purpose of this article is to briefly describe different theoretical perspectives of postpartum depression. A literature search was conducted in Psych Info, PubMed, and Science Direct between 1950 and 2015. Additional articles and book chapters were referenced from these sources. Different theories...
Source: North American Journal of Medical Sciences - June 29, 2016 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Fatemeh AbdollahiMunn-Sann LyeMehran Zarghami Source Type: research