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Recovery of Pathogenic Human Intestinal Parasites in Fecal Effluents Obtained from Donkey Abattoir at Nkwo-Izhia, Ebonyi State
Agumah Nnabuife Bernard,
Nwakaeze Emmanuel Amobi,
Nwachi Anthonia Chinyere,
Ilang Donatus Chukwuma,
Ebiega-Oselebe Ifeoma Nora,
Iyidiobi Tochukwu Chiaghanam,
Dzingina Garba Douglas,
Uhuo Cosmas
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2015
Pages:
71-74
Received:
24 March 2015
Accepted:
11 April 2015
Published:
17 June 2015
Abstract: Donkey meat is a delicacy in some cultures even though it is abhorred in some quarters; and because it is relatively cheaper, tastier and nutritionally-rich, donkey meat is preferred to some other types of red especially in this part of the world. Donkeys are usually imported from the Northern part of Nigeria to some parts of the South where people buy them for consumption and other economic purposes. This study was aimed at recovering pathogenic human intestinal parasites from donkeys to ascertain if they could be potential reservoirs of human parasites. The fecal effluents from the donkey abattoir were analyzed based on current parasitological techniques; and the parasites were confirmed by microscopic and concentration techniques. Twenty-five (79.5%) species of helminths and 9 (20.5%) species of protozoa were identified in the donkeys slurry samples examined in this study. This gives a general parasite prevalence of 55.0% (44/80). These comprised of 16 (36.4%) Fasciola hepatica; 10 (22.8%) Taenia spp; 7 (15.9%) Giardia lamblia; 3 (6.8%) Ascaris lumbricoides; 3 (6.8%) Strongyloides stercolaris; 2 (4.5%) Trichuris trichuria; 2(4.5%) Entamoeba histolytica and 1 (2.3%) hookworm. One animal each harbored 3 species, 17 animals had two separate parasitic infections and 26 harbored one parasitic species. It could be deduced from our results that parasitic infections are not duly considered in veterinary control especially in slaughter houses as possible causes or source of infections. Thus, parasitic control and protective actions will be necessary in order to utilize donkeys more efficiently as well as to contain the spread of infections via their consumption.
Abstract: Donkey meat is a delicacy in some cultures even though it is abhorred in some quarters; and because it is relatively cheaper, tastier and nutritionally-rich, donkey meat is preferred to some other types of red especially in this part of the world. Donkeys are usually imported from the Northern part of Nigeria to some parts of the South where people...
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The Effect of Implant Neck Design on the Crestal Bone Levels that Support the Tissue Around the Implant –Restoration
Nazih Issa,
Naser Bahrli,
Modar Ahmad
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2015
Pages:
75-83
Received:
24 May 2015
Accepted:
6 June 2015
Published:
19 June 2015
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the impact of the shape of the implant neck on the level of crestal bone surrounding it. Dental implant surgeries were performed, and prosthesis were placed over (28) implants in six jaws for five patients (5 upper jaws and 1 lower jaw). These dental implant surgeries were performed on the jaws such that one of the sides received 2 or 3 implants from the BICON system with beveled neck, while the opposite side received the same number of implants from the ONB system from IDI with non-beveled neck. The implant-restorations were then performed following complete osseointegration. The patients were observed via periodic panoramic radiographs starting from the day the prosthesis were placed, then 3 months after the restoration, 6 months after the restoration and 18 months after the restoration. The distance between the implant neck and the point of contact of the crestal bone with the implant neck (mesial and distal) was measured for each implant using periodic panoramic radiographs taken for every patient. The results revealed the occurrence of peri-implant crestal bone loss, known as the saucerization phenomenon. Independent samples T-test was conducted to compare the mean bone loss with both types of implants mentioned above. The results of the study did not show any statistically significant differences in the early stages of the restoration/prosthesis. Yet, after 6 months and up to 18 months post restoration, statistically significant differences emerged verifying that the peri-implant bone loss occurring in implants with a beveled neck was less than that occurring around implants with a non-beveled neck, confirming the incidence of an initial bone loss following the restoration in all cases. This research revealed that the design of the implant yields better esthetic results in the presence of a bevel in the implant neck, taking into consideration the occurrence of a definite bone loss.
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the impact of the shape of the implant neck on the level of crestal bone surrounding it. Dental implant surgeries were performed, and prosthesis were placed over (28) implants in six jaws for five patients (5 upper jaws and 1 lower jaw). These dental implant surgeries were performed on the jaws such that one of the si...
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Importance of genetic testing in neonatal diabetes and use of sulphonylureaImportance of genetic testing in neonatal diabetes and use of sulphonylurea
Eman Ahmad Alsafi,
Ihab Abdulhamed Ahmad,
Abdulmoein Eid AL-Agha
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2015
Pages:
84-86
Received:
12 April 2014
Accepted:
28 July 2014
Published:
9 July 2015
Abstract: Patients with permanent neonatal diabetes usually present within the first three months of life and need insulin treatment. In most, the cause is unknown. Because ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels mediate glucose-stimulated insulin secretion from the pancreatic beta cells, activating mutations in the gene encoding the Kir6.2 subunit of this channel (KCNJ11) cause neonatal diabetes. Genotyping identifies the exact molecular etiology of early onset insulin requiring diabetes and has the potential to alter the management of the patient, who would otherwise be insulin dependent for life. Method: We identified a 6 year-old child who presented at 3 months of age with diabetic ketoacidosis. Blood samples for molecular genetic analysis were done. Results: The patient was diagnosed as a heterozygous for a missense mutation in the (KCNJ11) gene, for which she switched to sulphonylurea with a dose of 0.05 mg/kg/day. Conclusion: the need for medical practitioners to consider molecular testing for all patients who present with diabetes below 6 months of age as this will facilitate accurate diagnosis and appropriate therapy.
Abstract: Patients with permanent neonatal diabetes usually present within the first three months of life and need insulin treatment. In most, the cause is unknown. Because ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels mediate glucose-stimulated insulin secretion from the pancreatic beta cells, activating mutations in the gene encoding the Kir6.2 subunit of this c...
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Evaluation of Dri-Dot OMPs Salmonella Typhi in Suspected Typhoid Fever Patients as an Immunodiagnostic Kit
Yusriani Mangarengi,
Ressy Dwiyanti,
Nataniel Tandirogang,
Muhammad Sabir,
Rosdiana Natzir,
Mochammad Hatta,
Yadi
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 4, August 2015
Pages:
87-90
Received:
17 July 2015
Accepted:
29 July 2015
Published:
13 August 2015
Abstract: Background. Several studies have identified a protein of OMP S. Typhi. The protein is highly immunogenic and can be recognize whole cells of S. Typhi. The aims of the study was to evaluate the Dri-dot OMPs immunoreactivity in typhoid fever suspected patients. Method. Samples obtained from Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Hospital, lbnu Sina Hospital, and Haji Hospital of Makassar from February to November 2014. Their sensitivity and specificity were evaluated against blood culture method as the gold standard. For each of the two tests, sensitivity, specificity, positive and negative predictive values were calculated using standard formulae. Results. A total of 15 of suspected typhoid fever samples examined for culture, lateral flow and Dri-dot OMPs. Examination of blood culture method showed that 3 of 15 (20%) patients had a blood culture positive for S. typhi. Dri-dot OMPs were positive in 13 (86.7%) serum samples. Fourteen (93.3%) serum samples were positive for lateral flow examination. Thirteen samples were positive for both Dri-dot and lateral flow. One sample was negative for both lateral flow and Dri-dot. One sample was positive for Dri-dot but negative for lateral flow. Conclusion. We conclude that there was no difference between Dri-dot OMPs, lateral flow and widal tests. Dri-dot could be of use for the diagnosis of typhoid fever in patients who have clinical typhoid fever
Abstract: Background. Several studies have identified a protein of OMP S. Typhi. The protein is highly immunogenic and can be recognize whole cells of S. Typhi. The aims of the study was to evaluate the Dri-dot OMPs immunoreactivity in typhoid fever suspected patients. Method. Samples obtained from Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo Hospital, lbnu Sina Hospital, and H...
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