Tropical doctor
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A simple and cheap alternative to spring-loaded syringe for the identification of epidural space is described. It is easily assembled using a syringe and a rubber band. This assembly is reusable and is especially useful for beginners.
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Paraphimosis is an acute condition characterized by all the signs of inflammation. Here we describe a 'chronic' variant of paraphimosis where patients often present many days after the initial injury. The aim of this study is to identify and possibly classify this new variation of paraphimosis - the chronic condition. ⋯ Follow-up was on the third, seventh and ninetieth days. Long-term follow-up was possible in only 22 patients. This technique of modified circumcision was effective in treating this condition and we think a new classification of paraphimosis is warranted - acute and chronic.
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A cross-sectional study of 164 prison inmates (142 men [86.6%] and 22 women [13.4%]) in Malawi estimated a HIV prevalence rate of 36.6%; 29.9% among men and 50% among women. Three (2.1%) men reported having sex with men, and none reported intravenous drug use.
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Sustainability of survival among malnourished children is a challenge. Over a period of four years, we achieved a significant decline in mortality, using locally available food, medicines and simple protocols.