American Journal of Internal Medicine

Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020

  • Evaluation Value of Portable Color Doppler Ultrasound for Arteriovenous Fistula Stenosis in Patients with Maintenance Hemodialysis

    Sujuan Wu, Lingjun Shen, Wenyu Gong

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 143-147
    Received: Apr. 23, 2020
    Accepted: May 15, 2020
    Published: May 28, 2020
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    Abstract: Objective: By comparing the evaluation effect of traditional physical examination (PE) and portable color Doppler ultrasound on arteriovenous fistula (AVF), to explore the value of portable ultrasound in the diagnosis of abnormal fistula lesions in patients with maintenance hemodialysis (HD). Methods: 57 patients with maintenance HD from Dongpu HD ... Show More
  • Clinical Case with Negative Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Suspicious Chest Computed Tomography (CT) Images SARS-CoV-2 Infection or Not

    Adjagba Philippe Mahouna, Adjadohoun Sonia, Hounkponou Murielle, Sonou Arnaud, Codjo Léopold, Soho Edson, Dahito Mickaella, Avocèvou Géraud, Djoh Ingrid, Sissinto Yolande, Yèkpè Patricia, Biaou Olivier, Houenassi Dèdonougbo Martin

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 148-152
    Received: May 12, 2020
    Accepted: May 28, 2020
    Published: Jun. 04, 2020
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    Abstract: Background: The SARS-CoV-2 infection has polymorphic clinical presentations. The real time PCR is the reference diagnostic test; however, it can only detect presence of virus for a specific window of time. Case: We report a clinical case in a patient aged 66 years. His clinical history included known hypertension for 10 years and ischemic stroke. H... Show More
  • Controversial Impact of Hepcidin Metabolism in the Pathogenesis of Anemia in Myelofibrosis

    Stela Dimitrova, Liana Gercheva, Daniela Gerova, Ilina Micheva

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 153-158
    Received: May 22, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 18, 2020
    Published: Jul. 06, 2020
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    Abstract: Anemia in myelofibrosis (MF) is a result of a multifactorial process, which is incompletely understood. The central pathogenetic mechanism is a replacement of normal hemopoietic tissue by fibrotic stroma. However, ineffective erythropoiesis, inflammation and iron overload have an additional impact on anemia development, suggesting the role of dysre... Show More
  • Corona Virus (SARS-COV-2) Induced Inflammatory Lung Disease a Review on the Role of Renin–Angiotensin System and the Angiotensin Converting Enzyme-2

    Sanjeev Arya, David Maskill, Avinash Sharma, Ankit Khanduri, Prashant Kumar, Dushyant Gaur, Haider Abbas, Sheetal Verma, Vinita Singh

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 159-171
    Received: Jun. 20, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 10, 2020
    Published: Jul. 17, 2020
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    Abstract: In December 2019, a novel infectious disease, caused by Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), was identified in Wuhan, China, now declared as a pandemic. The Renin–Angiotensin system (RAS) and angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) have drawn special attention, as ACE2 acts as a receptor for SARS-CoV2. No specific therapy ag... Show More
  • The Relationship Between Resting Heart Rate and Age in Adult Nigerians

    Peter Ekpunobi Chime, Wilfred Okwudili Okenwa, Bibiana Oti

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 172-176
    Received: Jun. 24, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 10, 2020
    Published: Jul. 17, 2020
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    Abstract: Background: Resting heart rate is related to cardiovascular mortality as well as to all-cause mortality. It is therefore important to know whether resting heart rate changes with age in adults. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between heart rate and age in adult Nigerians. Methods: It was a retrospective study on adult Nigeri... Show More
  • Neurocognitive Disorders in People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Aged 50 Years Old and More in Yalgado Ouédraogo Teaching Hospital

    Guira Oumar, Zombre Yacine, Tieno Herve, Drabo Youssouf Joseph

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 177-181
    Received: Jun. 08, 2020
    Accepted: Jul. 07, 2020
    Published: Jul. 23, 2020
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    Abstract: A screening of neurocognitive disorders is required in people living with HIV (PLHIV) to improve their care. We aimed to determine their prevalence, their clinical features and identify their associated factors and their nosology in PLHIV aged 50 years old and more. This cross- sectional study from prospective data was carried out in Yalgado Ouédra... Show More
  • Models of Gen-gene Interaction in Determining the Severity of Bronchial Asthma in Children

    Оlena Rechkina, Nataliia Gorovenko, Vira Stryzh, Zoia Rossokha, Svitlana Kyriachenko, Serhii Rudenko

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 182-191
    Received: Feb. 14, 2020
    Accepted: Apr. 22, 2020
    Published: Aug. 04, 2020
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    This article belongs to the Special Issue New Approaches to Manage Difficult-to-Control, Severe Asthma
    Abstract: Bronchial asthma (BA) has a polygenic nature, and the onset of its manifestation and features course is realized due to the influence of genetic factors. This study aimed to investigate the effect of polymorphisms of the genes of the phase II detoxification system and genes of the cardiovascular tone on the severity of asthma in children. The study... Show More
  • Reducing Further Spread of COVID-19 in Taiwan by Containment of Overseas Immigration, Hospital Cluster Infection Control, and Mass Gathering Warnings

    Yang Chih-Ching, Wei Cheng-Yu

    Issue: Volume 8, Issue 4, July 2020
    Pages: 192-196
    Received: Jun. 01, 2020
    Accepted: Jun. 18, 2020
    Published: Aug. 10, 2020
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    Abstract: The experience that Taiwan gained from the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) epidemic in 2003 helped in the development of early preparation and response to COVID-19 outbreak. Measures including isolation, quarantine, and social distancing have been promptly taken to flatten the epidemic progress curve in the first 50 days since Dec. 31, 201... Show More