In this work, a hypothesis is presented that could explain the non-homogeneous lateral distribution of membrane components in Golgi vesicles. It is shown that the non-homogeneous lateral distribution of membrane components and the specific flattened shape of Golgi vesicles are strongly coupled. In agreement with experimental evidence, it is indicated that some of the membrane components may be ...

The bulbous roots of Dactylorhiza hatagirea (D.Don) Soo (Fam. Orchidacea) which are synonymous to the tubers of Orchis macula (Orchidaceae) and serve as source of Salep, are used traditionally in Indian subcontinent specially in the Northern region and Nepal as aphrodisiac and sexual stimulant. It is considered as a nutritive and restorative tonic and also as an alternative source of Salep used...

Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia is a rare autosomal recessive disorder that affects primarily bone, T lymphocytes, kidneys, and skin. The patients have a triangular face, broad nasal bridge, bulbous nose tip, small palpebral fissures, short neck, long upper lip, and low hairline. Dental abnormalities of affected patients have not been discussed in detail. The patient described in this clinical...

Tricho-rhino-phalangeal syndrome type I (TRPS I) is characterized by a bulbous nose, sparse hair and epiphyseal coning. Autosomal dominant and recessive transmission are suggested. The presence of cone-shaped epiphyses, the major complaint of patients due to swelling over the phalangeal joints, requires differential diagnosis among various syndromes. This paper, describing a ten-year-old girl w...

A 31-year-old male patient presented with progressive mixed hearing loss since birth. A stapedectomy was attempted and was unsuccessful because of perilymph gushing. CT of the temporal bones showed bulbous dilatation of the fundi of the internal auditory canals and absence of the bone plates separating them from the base of the cochleas. This unusual abnormality was found after the attempted st...

Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome is characterized by a broad thumb and bulbous hallux, short stature, intellectual disability and distinctive facial features [1]. It is a rare neuro-developmental disorder with a reported prevalence of 1 in 1,25,000 births [2]. Psychosis in RTS is highly infrequent with only a few scattered case reports [3]. A comprehensive literature search yielded only one case repor...