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PCR patterns of the flagellin gene of local isolates of Salmonella typhii (in process) .

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD021707060211
Author(s) :
Nina Gloriani-Barzaga, Ann Florence Victoriano, Lilen C. Sarol
Source Document :
Acta Medica Philippina. January 2006; Vol. 40 ( 1 ) : p. 37-41 (Journal)
Abstract :
Typhoid fever is a systemic disease caused by Salmonella typhi. It is a worldwide public health problem especially seen in developing countries with a disease burden of about 22 million cases per year. Because proper sanitation and hygiene practices are difficult to achieve and problems of drug resi . . .
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The pathology of spontaneous abortion: Observations in sixty consecutive cases at the Philippine General Hospital (in process) .

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD021707050243
Author(s) :
Jose Ma C. Avila, Edna May Lasap-Go
Source Document :
Acta Medica Philippina. January 2006; Vol. 40 ( 1 ) : p. 23-28 (Journal)
Abstract :
Sixty consecutive curettage specimens from spontaneous abortions submitted at the Surgical Pathology Section of the Philippine General Hospital were examined for gross developmental disorders and microscopic developmental and inflammatory lesions. On gross examination, fourteen of the specimens show . . .
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A comparative study on the mycobactericidal effect of using 5 percent sodium hypochlorite and 2 percent glutaraldehyde in sputum processing for acid fast bacilli detection (in process).

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD021607080255
Author(s) :
Maria Margarita Maiquez-Lota
Source Document :
Acta Medica Philippina. January 2006; Vol. 40 ( 1 ) : p. 17-22 (Journal)
Abstract :
Improvements in acid fast bacilli detection in sputum smears have been the focus of various researches. Most of these involved sputum liquefaction to facilitate tubercle bacilli concentration and increase AFB detection in sputum microscopy. These improvements have the potential to increase case dete . . .
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The average comfortable opening time of the mouth: A pilot study.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD010907070133
Author(s) :
M S. Arenas, M M. Gonzales
Source Document :
Journal of the Philippine Dental Association. July 2005; Vol. 57 ( 1 ) : p. 64 (Journal)
Abstract :
Providing satisfactory treatment with the least amount of risk and discomfort is the primary concern of dentists. Doing dental procedures mostly requires access to posterior teeth. Patients are asked to keeptheir mouths open for long appointments. Opening the mouth as weide as a person can for an ex . . .
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Sources of ingested mercury an urgent call for a food advisory .

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD122906071240
Author(s) :
Hirokatsu Akagi, Ana Trinidad Francisco-Rivera, Roberto Tapucar, Nenita L. Del Rosario, Nerissa Dando, Gloria B. Ramirez
Source Document :
Philippine Children's Medical Center Journal. December 2005; Vol. 6 ( 1 ) : p. 66-76 (Journal)
Abstract :
To formulate public health guidelines to limit mercury (Hg) intake based on Hg levels in fish, edible plant parts, meat, water and soil in high and low risk areas for Hg contamination. Areas Included: Tagum (T), a gold processing community in Davao; Sarangani (S), a fishing and coconut community fac . . .
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Sociodemographic and clinical profile of retroperitoneal tumors in children.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD122906061240
Author(s) :
Ma Theresa Ramirez-Lorenzo, Ma Victoria Abesamis, Joan Gomez, Shelesh Ochoa
Source Document :
Philippine Children's Medical Center Journal. December 2005; Vol. 6 ( 1 ) : p. 57-65 (Journal)
Abstract :
To describe the sociodemographic characteristics of children with retroperitoneal tumors, determine the onset of illness, symptomatology, clinical course and outcome and to illustrate the different modalities of the treatment instituted and respective responses to such treatment. A ten year review . . .
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Neonatal surgery outcome at Philippine Children's Medical Center: A five year experience.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD122906061254
Author(s) :
Dexter S. Aison, Leonardo L. Cua, Maria Lilia E. Villabroza
Source Document :
Philippine Children's Medical Center Journal. December 2005; Vol. 6 ( 1 ) : p. 42-47 (Journal)
Abstract :
This study was undertaken to determine the outcome and the factors associated with mortality in neonates who underwent general pediatric surgery at the PCMC from January 1997 to December 2001. The medical records of 202 neonates who underwent general pediatric surgery at PCMC from January 1997 to D . . .
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Significance of nasal eosinophilia among Filipino children with acute rhinitis aged 1-16 years old.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD122906061211
Author(s) :
Jesusa Q. Artazo, Manuel Ferreria, Leslie Gotos, Vanessa Ilagan
Source Document :
Philippine Children's Medical Center Journal. December 2005; Vol. 6 ( 1 ) : p. 36-41 (Journal)
Abstract :
This study aims to determine the percentage of nasal eosinophilia among patients with acute rhinitis at the PCMC-OPD and to correlate the presence of eosinophilia with the history and physical examination. Those with prior intake of antihistamine and corticosteroid, and those with foreign body and . . .
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Correlation of amniotic fluid glucose level with intraamnionic infection among patients in preterm premature rupture of membranes and preterm labor: A multicenter study.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD122906051255
Author(s) :
Corazon Y. Almirante, Cecilia P. Martinez, Ma Theresa M. Maestral
Source Document :
Philippine Children's Medical Center Journal. December 2005; Vol. 6 ( 1 ) : p. 25-35 (Journal)
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To test the validity of the amniotic fluid glucose level as a diagnostic tool for intraamnionic infection as well as establish an amniotic fluid glucose level at which intraamnionic infection is correlated. The amniotic fluid from 61 qualified subjects were collected for glucose level, culture, and . . .
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Reasons why Filipino doctors take up nursing: A critical social science perspective.

HERDIN record number :
PCHRD121806071246
Author(s) :
Ma Veronica Salvador, Hazel Pascual, Romeo Marcaida, Anthony Calibo
Source Document :
Philippine Journal of Nursing. January 2005; Vol. 75 ( 1 ) : p. 2-12 (Journal)
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