Medical principles and practice : international journal of the Kuwait University, Health Science Centre
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To determine the relationship between central adiposity parameters and autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction. ⋯ In this study, central adiposity and aging were associated with ANS dysfunction in obese individuals. The WC could be a marker of ANS dysfunction in obese individuals without any cardiovascular risk factors. The HRR assessment at a later decay phase could be more valuable for evaluating ANS function than during early recovery.
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The aim of this study was to investigate the possible migration of proliferating peripheral retinal pigment epithelial (RPE) cells and their association with differential gene expressions. ⋯ In this study, peripheral RPE cells divided and migrated to the central region. This process was associated with differential gene expressions in these cells.
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The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of atorvastatin administration on amiodarone-induced pulmonary fibrosis in rats. ⋯ In this study, the concomitant administration of amiodarone and atorvastatin increased pulmonary fibrosis in rats.
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Multicenter Study
Occupational exposure to blood and body fluids among health-care workers in Serbia.
The aim of this study was to examine the epidemiology of occupational accidents and self-reported attitude of health-care workers (HCWs) in Serbia. ⋯ There was a relatively high rate of accidents among HCWs in our hospitals, most commonly amongst nurses and staff working in clinical wards, intensive care units and operating theaters. The most common types of accidents were needlestick injuries and accidents due to improper handling of contaminated sharp devices or occuring while cleaning instruments or by coming into contact with blood through damaged skin or through the conjunctiva/mucous membranes.