Medical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre
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To examine the reasons for resistance to treatment in cases of palmoplantar psoriasis, and also to compare the frequency of delayed-type hypersensitivity to common sensitizers with those cases of psoriasis without palmoplantar involvement. ⋯ Secondary fungal infection, allergic contact dermatitis to topical agents or common allergens, or at times an unusual reaction to the antipsoriatic therapeutic agents sometimes led to treatment failure in patients with psoriasis vulgaris with palmoplantar lesions. Also, psoriasis patients with palm and sole lesions tended to have higher rates of contact hypersensitivity than patients without lesions on their palms and soles.
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This study sought to (1) analyze the demographic profile of patients who completed combined orthodontic and surgical treatments at the Kuwait Ministry of Health dental clinics, (2) evaluate the source, type, amount and timing of preoperative patient information, (3) determine posttreatment patient satisfaction and (4) examine whether patient satisfaction is associated with preoperative information. ⋯ The patients who underwent orthognathic surgery were satisfied and generally well informed. However, information regarding surgical risks and functional discomforts was not adequate. Participants were more likely to be satisfied when they were provided with more information about discomfort and surgical risks.
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To investigate the frequency of metabolic syndrome and its components in subjects with β-thalassaemia minor. ⋯ No association was found between β-thalassaemia minor and metabolic syndrome despite insulin resistance, which was shown in subjects with β-thalassaemia minor.
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To assess the influence of various canal-drying techniques on the push-out bond strength between radicular dentine and both MTA Fillapex and iRoot SP sealers. ⋯ The canal-drying technique influenced the adhesive bond strength between calcium silicate-based root canal sealers and the root canal wall.
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To investigate the views of pharmacists in North-Central Nigeria on generic medicines and generic substitution practices. ⋯ The present study showed a high support for generic substitution and future generic substitution rights for pharmacists in Nigeria.