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Mar
2014

Effect of Selenium on Chlorpyrifos-Induced Thyroid Toxicity in Albino Rats

Research in Endocrinology
The present work studied the effect of the organophosphate insecticide, Chlorpyrifos (CPF) on the thyroid of albino rats and the possible ameliorative role of selenium (Se). Administration of CPF by gastric intubation (1/20 LD50, 6.7 mg/kg b.w. 5 days / week for 6 weeks) caused…
30
Mar
2014

Pulsed Radiofrequency in the Therapy of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

JMED Research
The application of pulsed radiofrequency to the lumbar sympathetic chain to relief sympatheti-cally maintained pain in the complex therapy of chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a promising treatment option. Although it is frequently used in clinical practice, there is almost no evidence available. The treatment…
30
Mar
2014

Contribution of ATP-Sensitive K+ Channels to Contraction of Rat Tail Artery is Significantly Reduced in Males but Not Females Rats in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetes: Pharmacological Analysis

Journal of Research in Diabetes
The aim of this article is to find out possible gender differences of participation of ATP-sensitive potassium channels in regulation of contractility in vascular smooth muscles of rats with diabetes.  We used isolated tail artery of both genders rats with streptazotocin-induced diabetes (SID). After 3…
28
Mar
2014

IT Acceptance by Nurses in Morocco: Application of a Modified Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology

IBIMA Business Review
This communication aims to identify factors supporting the acceptance of IT by nurses in Morocco. It referred to a reduced version of UTAUT model and added the trust construct to study this acceptance.  The study was conducted in health public and private hospitals in Agadir…
28
Mar
2014

Human Factors Influencing the Intention of ICT Appropriation by Healthcare Practitioners: A Survey In Public Centers In Agadir City, South Of Morocco

Journal of North African Research in Business
The resistance to Information technology and communication (ICT) usage is a well-known matter in healthcare area. This study proposes a model that explains the intention of ICT appropriation by physicians and nurses who are involved in the process of care. A survey was conducted in…
28
Mar
2014

Stem Cell’s Behavioral Effects in Rats in a Model of Alzheimer’s Disease

Advances in Stem Cells
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most prevalent neurodegenerative disorder related to aging and central nervous system dysfunctions. Besides compromising the memory, AD is responsible for deficits in attention, orientation, organization, the capacity of planning and judging, among other cognitive functions, leading to the inability of…
28
Mar
2014

The Acceptance of ICT by Geriatricians reinforces the value of care for seniors in Morocco

Journal of African Research in Business & Technology
Recently in Morocco, the geriatrics specialty has been officially recognized by the Ministry of health. However it is faced to many lacks of suitable facilities, technical and resources to meet the needs of Moroccan seniors. As a valuable technology, Information and Communication Technologies can contribute…
27
Mar
2014

Capital Structure and Investment Decision: What Does Emerging Consumer Goods Industry Tell Us?

Journal of Financial Studies and Research
This study explores the interdependence of capital structure and investment decisions by documenting the relationship between corporate leverage and investment choices. By using the data of consumer goods companies listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange for three years (2008-2010) as the sample, the obtained data was…
27
Mar
2014

Interleukin-1 Receptor Antagonist VNTR Polymorphism and Ovarian Cancer Susceptibility in Tunisian Women

JMED Research
Several studies indicate that interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1ra) is an important regulator of host immunity and play a key role in cancers development. Some of these studies have shown a potential role of a variable number of tandem repeat (VNTR) of 86 bp polymorphism within…
27
Mar
2014

Body Composition and Aerobic Fitness like a Result of 6 Months Walking Program in Senior Women

JMED Research
The aim of this study was to verify if a moving programme based on walking may influence aerobic fitness and body composition in female seniors. The exercise intensity (min 90% of walking) at a level of 50 to 70% VO2peak (HR ranged from 65 to 85…