Niger J Clin Pract
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To present the anatomical and visual outcome and compare different techniques in the surgical treatment of proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR) in Nigerians. ⋯ Surgery results in anatomical reattachment and there is nonsuperiority of any technique. Visual outcome is poor as previously reported. Recent trials of pharmacological adjuncts may show promise for improved visual outcomes.
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To evaluate and compare the fracture resistance and marginal adaptation of Zirconomer and bulk fill posterior restorative material (Surefil SDR) in nonendodontically and endodontically treated teeth. ⋯ The fracture resistance and marginal adaptation of Zirconomer are significantly lower than Surefil SDR in both nonendodontically and endodontically treated teeth.
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To evaluate the presence of dentofacial asymmetry in patients with odontoma by panoramic radiography. ⋯ No difference was found between the right and left sides of the jaws related with the asymmetry of the maxilla and mandible.
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Piperlongumine (PL) is an alkaloid derived from the edible pepper (Piper longum L) and it has been described to have various biologic activities including anticancer effects. Our aim in this study was to assess the cytotoxic role of PL on a cervical cancer cell line (HeLa) and to evaluate the effects of PL/doxorubicin and PL/paclitaxel combination therapies on apoptotic cancer cell death. ⋯ We conclude that the PL inhibits cancer cell growth by inducing apoptosis and has a potential anticancer activity in cervical cancer, especially when combined with doxorubicin and paclitaxel.
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The aim of this in-vitro study was to investigate the effects of frequently consumed beverages on the color stability and microhardness of various restorative materials. ⋯ The color and hardness of restorative materials can be negatively affected by consumed beverages. Nanohybrid composite resins are resistant to external coloration and hardness change.