Liquid crystal models with the capability of capturing defects has been one of the main focus
in modeling the behavior of such phase mathematically. A uni-axially constrained Landau-…

BACKGROUND: During cardiac surgery involving cardiopulmonary bypass, activation of
polymorphonuclear cells is believed to contribute to ischemia-reperfusion injury and …

Background: The natural history of aortic valve disease associated with ventricular
dysfunction is dismal. Aortic valve replacement (AVR) is associated with increased mortality in …

Objectives: To assess cardiac dimensions in elite Saudi soccer players, and to correlate
these measurements with maximal oxygen uptake. Methods: Twenty-three soccer players …

Background and Objectives: Globally, cardiovascular risks constitute a heavy healthcare
burden, affecting people with different occupations, across economies in both the developed …

The interrelationships of suicidal ideation, psychological distress, and impaired health-related
quality of life (HRQoL) in cancer patients are complex and multifaceted. Limited empirical …

This research work on resource use efficiency of waterleaf (Talinum triangulare) production
in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers state was carried out to know how waterleaf …

Objective: This review aimed to systematically quantify the association between pre-operative
total prostate specific antigen (tPSA) and survivorship of prostate cancer (PCa). Methods: …

BACKGROUND: Cardiopulmonary bypass may be a causal factor in the development of renal
impairment after cardiac surgery. When acute renal failure requiring dialysis occurs after …

Background: Chronic empyema thoracis is a debilitating illness with high morbidity and
mortality, and is seen among all age groups in Nigeria. Objective: To review all cases of chronic …