Dimensionless coefficient () in convergence confinement method shows the relaxation of stress in the wall of the tunnel at different excavation movements. This factor is considered a constant number in previous studies and tunnel geometric characteristics (such as depth, cross-section shape, radius, soil material, etc.) are not included in its determination; however, ignoring these effects can...

BACKGROUND Endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) has gained recognition as an alternative to the current gold standard, the open carpal tunnel release (OCTR). Detailed technical points for the ECTR have not been explained in the literature, especially for surgeons who are considering trying this technique. OBJECTIVES In this paper, we present our 5-year experience with the ECTR and special ...

ligament injury in young population who want to participate in sports activities, such as basketball, soccer and skiing. The current standard treatment for this ligament injury is mimicking the native ACL by fixation of an autograft or allograft in the drilled bone tunnels. Orthopedic surgeons hope the reconstructed ACL can restore joint stability and diminish subsequent meniscal and articular ...

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education and information delivery is an integral part of an effective strategy to control the prevalence of obesity and diabetes. nutrition and dietetic portals provide integrated access to a wide range of information resources for nutritionists, physicians and the public due. the nutrition and dietetic portals in selected countries was reviewed to gain insight into the essential elements of s...

congenital generalized lipodystrophy (cgl) is a rare and progressive disorder (1 in 12 milion). common clinical manifestations are lipoatrophy, acromegaloid feature, acanthosis nigricans, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus or abnormal glucose tolerance test.â rarely fatty liver and cirrhosis is seen. the highest number reported in literature is 8 cases from brazil and 6 cases from scandinavia, r...

aim : assessment of short term changes in portal blood flow and long term changes in liver functions in cirrhotic patients who chose to fast during the month of ramadan in summer. background : during ramadan, healthy muslims obligated to fast from predawn to sunset. patients and methods : forty cirrhotic patients intended to fast during the month of ramadan in the year 2014, were examined by co...

We report a case of a 40 year old man with portal hypertension caused by a splenic arteriovenous fistula that was diagnosed at laparotomy. He presented with bleeding esophageal varices and was initially treated by sclerotherapy. At laparotomy, portal pressure was 40 cmH20 but fell to 20 cm H20 after the fistula was treated with splenectomy. All symptoms disappeared shortly after operation ...

Background: University has a great responsibility for the education of students. In order to achieve this target, it must provide academic counseling for students. The aim of this study is to investigate the attitudes of students after using a portal for virtual counseling. Methods: A questionnaire which is based on the goals that mentioned in mentorship law was designed and validated by educa...