MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Collegium Antropologicum' source. Wed, 17 Aug 2011 16:29:07 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4945588&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fsites%2Fentrez%3Fcmd%3DSearch%26db%3Dpubmed%26term%3D%28%2520%28%2522Coll%2520Antropol%2522%255Bta%255D%29%2520AND%2520%25222011%252F02%252F10%252014.45%2522%255BEDAT%255D%253A%25222011%252F06%252F20%252000.30%2522%255BEDAT%255D%29 101 new pubmed citations were retrieved for your search. Click on the search hyperlink below to display the complete search results: "Coll Antropol"[ta] These pubmed results were generated on 2011/06/20PubMed, a service of the National Library of Medicine, includes over 15 million citations for biomedical articles back to the 1950's. These citations are from MEDLINE and additional life science journals. PubMed includes links to many sites providing full text articles and other related resources. (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4945588 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:30:02 +0100 4945588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121422&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977063%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: ondemi S, Voisin JL, Belmaker M, Moncel MH We compared the dental assemblage of the Rhône Valley corridor (RVC) with that of European Neandertals dating to MOIS 7-4 using two linear measurements and three indices. To test if the RVC population was significantly different from Western European Neandertals, we preformed a multi-tiered approached. First, we tested for the normality of the variables using a Shapiro-Wilks test. If the variables were normal, a stepwise Discriminant Function Analysis (DFA) (using Mahalanobis distances) was performed for the normally distributed variables. DFA uses correlation metrics to address weight combinations of variables and emphasizes between group variation while minimizing within group variation. Results show that there is no distinction be... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121422 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121422 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121421&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977064%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cavka M, Janković I, Sikanjić PR, Ticinović N, Rados S, Ivanac G, Brkljacić B The aim of the study was to analyze possible human skeletal remains within the wrappings of a mummy from the Archaeological Museum, Zagreb, Croatia through the use of the multidetector CT (MDCT) technology. Plain X-ray films and MDCT images of the mummy were taken in both frontal and lateral views. In a single volumetric acquisition of the whole body by MDCT 0.75 mm axial slices were obtained and combined with sagittal and coronal reformatting and three-dimensional (3D) reconstruction. Sex and age was assessed visually using standard anthropological methods. The results suggest that the mummy was of an adult female, most likely over 40 years of age at death. Pathologies observed included degenera... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121421 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121421 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121420&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977065%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cavka M, Glasnović A, Janković I, Sikanjić PR, Perić B, Brkljacić B, Mlinarić-Missoni E, Skrlin J In this paper we report the results of the microbiological analysis of the samples taken from the mummy from the collection of the Archaeological museum in Zagreb, Croatia. Samples were taken from specific places such as oral, orbital, abdominal cavity and bandages surrounding the mummy, and analyzed in Department of Microbiology and Hospital Infections in University Hospital "Dubrava" in Zagreb and in National Reference Laboratory for systemic mycoses of Croatian National Institute of Public Health in Zagreb. The analysis indicated that all of the found organisms were non-primary pathogenic and are not harmful for healthy humans. Isolated microorganisms mainly belonged to t... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121420 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121419&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977066%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ljubicić R, Peitl V, Bistrović IL, Gudelj L, Ljubicić D, Peitl MV The aim of this research was to establish if a correlation exists between the choice of an elective subject, namely subjects "Depression" and "Diabetes", and levels of depressiveness in medical students. Three groups of third year medical students attending School of medicine, Rijeka University, were tested for the level of depression using Beck's self-evaluation scale. The groups consisted of 30 non-randomly selected students that had enrolled elective subject "Depression" and 29 non-randomly selected students that had enrolled elective subject "Diabetes", and the third group of 30 randomly selected third year medical students that had enrolled none of the previously mentioned elective subjects. Median age o... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121419 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121418&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977067%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mrduljas-Dujić N, Kuzmanić M, Kardum G, Rumboldt M Our aim was to explore and compare the job satisfaction between family physicians and hospital specialists in Split, Croatia. The survey was carried out in 2005 and 2006. A validated questionnaire was composed of two parts: 92 statements and questions about job satisfaction in the form of a Lickert scale (range 1-5) and eight questions concerning demographic issues. The questionnaire was completed and returned by 165 hospital specialists from the University Hospital and by 131 family physicians from the Split County. Response rate for family physicians was 39.81% and 41.46% for hospital specialists. Hospital doctors were divided in two groups: internal and surgical. There were no significant differences between family physic... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121418 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121417&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977068%26dopt%3DAbstract Visual aspects of perception of multimedia messages on the web through the "eye tracker" method. Coll Antropol. 2010 Sep;34(3):819-27 Authors: Svilicić N Since the dawn of civilisation visual communication played a role in everyday life. In the early times there were simply shaped drawings of animals, pictograms explaining hunting tactics or strategies of attacking the enemies. Through evolution visual expression becomes an important component of communication process on several levels, from the existential and economic level to the artistic level. However, there was always a question of the level of user reception of such visual information in the medium transmitting the information. Does physical positioning of information in the medium contribute to the efficiency of the me... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121417 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121416&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977069%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zaletel M, Kovacev AN, Sustersic O, Kragelj LZ Aging of the population is a growing problem in all developed societies. The older people need more health and social services, and their life quality in there is getting more and more important. The study aimed at determining the characteristics of non-verbal communication of the older people living in old people's homes (OPH). The sample consisted of 267 residents of the OPH, aged 65-96 years, and 267 caregivers from randomly selected twenty-seven OPH. Three types of non-verbal communication were observed and analysed using univariate and multivariate statistical methods. In face expressions and head movements about 75% older people looked at the eyes of their caregivers, and about 60% were looking around, while laughing or pres... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121416 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121415&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977070%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tomek-Roksandić S, Tomasović-Mrcela N, Narancić NS, Sigl G Gerontology-public health indicators of functional ability of the elderly in institutional and non-institutional health care in Croatia were determined by use of expert methodology developed at Department of Gerontology, Dr. Andrija Stampar Institute of Public Health in Zagreb, with the aim to upgrade the Program of Health Care Measures and Procedures in Health Care of the Elderly. Comparison of functional ability between the users of selected Old People's Homes (institutional care; N = 5030) and Gerontology Centers (non-institutional care; N = 2112) yielded highest between-group difference in the proportion of "fully movable" and "fully independent" categories in favor of the latter, thus steering the program of he... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121415 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121410&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977071%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Suić SP, Laus KN, Dosen VM, Ekert M, Mandić Z, Bojić L An open label, multi-center, 6 months observational study of new fixed combination (travoprost 0.004%/timolol 0.5%), in order to evaluate both efficacy (intraocular pressure lowering) and tolerability (patient and investigator satisfaction) of two dosing regimens--evening (PM) and morning (AM). After screening for enrollment, to 40 patients (79 eyes with primary open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension), new fixed combination travoprost 0.004%/timolol 0.5% was prescribed once a day in the evening (PM). Patients were enrolled according to each investigator decision on indication for travoprost 0.004%/timolol 0.5% fixed combination once a day, without washout period after previous medication. Intraocular pressure was me... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121410 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121410 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121409&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977072%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jelusić I, Stevanović A, Frandiaković T, Grković J, Suković Z, Knezović Z Recent studies have shown that greater social support after combat stress is associated with better psychological posttraumatic outcomes. By comparison of a group of veterans (n = 71) who sought psychiatric help and were diagnosed with PTSD (clinical group) and a group of veterans (n = 43) without PTSD (control group) we examined various components of structural and functional social support in war veterans in Croatia. The measures of social support were assessed for two time periods: a) immediately after the war, and b) at the present time. Results of two-way analysis of variance indicate that veterans without PTSD tend to report significantly higher number of persons who provide them different fo... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121409 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121408&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977073%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mulić R, Petricević J, Kljajić Z, Poljak NK, Ropac D The article describes the epidemiological characteristics of Q fever in Croatia, during the period before and after the Homeland War. In the ten years prior to the Homeland War (1983-1992) 1053 cases of Q fever were recorded, 16.2% (171) of which on islands and in coastal areas. In the period after the Homeland War (1995-2008), a total of 654 cases was recorded, 59.9% (392) of which on islands and in coastal areas. In addition to reduced incidence, geographic distribution of the disease also changed. Before the war, the highest morbidity rate was recorded in the Sisak-Moslavina County. After the war, the Split-Dalmatia County recorded the highest morbidity rate because in the post-war period sheep from Bosnia and Herzegov... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121408 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121408 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121407&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977074%26dopt%3DAbstract This study presents the incidence of major nonmelanoma skin cancers (major NMSCs), other nonmelanoma skin cancers (other NMSCs) and malignant melanoma (MM) in Croatia. The skin cancers recorded between 1 January 2003 and 31 December 2005 were retrospectively analyzed. Until 2003, the incidence of major NMSCs and other NMSCs was not estimated in Croatia. Incident cases of NMSCs were identified by the use of a questionnaire distributed to dermatology departments in Croatia and then collected at the University Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Zagreb University Hospital Center, and from the records kept at the National Cancer Registry. Incident cases of MM were extracted from the National Cancer Registry. During the 3-year period, 9,479 cases of major NMSCs are recorded, 4,622 (49%) ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121407 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121407 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121406&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977075%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pribić S, Gmajnić R, Majnarić-Trtica L, Ebling B, Vranjei Z The mammography, recommended as standard method for screening on breast cancer, can reveal suspicious lesions early enough to anable cancer elimination in entirely. Experience with women of the target population, 50-69 years old, included in the mass screening programs, show the reduction in the specific mortality by 30%. One of the main problem in organizing the preventive programs is how to increase responsiveness of subjects to screening. In the study, based on the large sample of over 1000 of subjects and 20 family medicine practices, included in the investigation, we showed that it is possible, by a pro-active involvement of family physicians teams and intensive educational and motivational activities, to achi... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121406 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121405&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977076%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Petranović D, Duletić-Nacinović A, Skarpa-Prpić I, Batinac T, Marić J, Kardum M, Vukić-Troselj B Primary gastric non Hodgkin lymphoma (PGNHL) is a distinct group of extranodal lymphomas with interesting geographical distribution and variable prevalence in different countries. We analysed epidemiological data of our patients with PGNHL in Primorsko-goranska County. Clinical data of 30 patients with PGNHL diagnosed and treated in Clinical Hospital Center of Rijeka, Croatia between January 1995 and December 2005 were prospectively analyzed. We used statistical analysis (t-test, chi2-test) for small groups. Out of 30 pts with PGNHL, 19 were born in Primorsko-goranska County, part of Croatia situated by the Adriatic sea which consists of three regions: City of Rijeka, Islands... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121405 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121404&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977077%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stulhofer A, Lausević D, Bozicević I, Baćak V, Mugoba B, Terzić N, Drglin T The study analyzed the prevalence and determinants of HIV-risks among female sex workers (FSWs) in Croatia and Montenegro. Face-to-face interviews were carried out in Zagreb, Split, and Podgorica during the 2006-2008 period. Croatian participants (n = 154) reported fewer clients, more consistent condom use, higher rates of HIV testing, and greater HIV knowledge. The participants interviewed in Montenegro (n = 119) were more likely to have injected drugs and to have experienced sexual abuse in the previous year. Although Montenegrin FSWs were more exposed to HIV-risks than Croatian FSWs, they reported lower HIV-risk self-assessment. Consistent condom use was significantly associated with education a... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121404 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121403&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977078%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Zele-Starcević L, Plecko V, Skerlev M, Tripković V, Ljubojević S, Budimir A, Mareković I, Lipozencić J HPV infections are common and the presence of the same high-risk type in cervical specimens can be due to reinfection or persistence. Persistent infection is the most important predictor for development of cervical carcinoma. The aim of this study was to validate PCR-RFLP with two sets of primers: MY09/MY11 that amplify a fragment of L1 and P1/P2 that amplify a fragment of E1 ORF. PCR product of MY09/MY11 was digested with a set of 6 restriction enzymes (RE) and PCR product of P1/P2 with a set of 12 RE. Cervical samples from 110 women patients of the University Gynecologic Clinic CHC Zagreb were analyzed. There were 98 (89.1%) PCR positive samples detected with P1/P2 pri... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121403 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121402&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977079%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Milosević D, Batinić D, Tesović G, Konjevoda P, Kniewald H, Subat-Dezulović M, Grković L, Topalović-Grković M, Turudić D, Spajić B The pathogenesis of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) in preschool children with anatomically correct urinary tract (UT) is rather obscure. In girls, the bladder wall changes of cystitis cystica (CC) may be per se responsible for UTIs recurrence. During the 20-year period, 127 preschool children (125 girls; median age: 6.1 years) with CC, in whom UT anomalies were excluded, were diagnosed. The mean duration of UTIs symptoms prior to diagnosis was 3.31 +/- 2.51 years. Cystoscopical findings were labelled as mild, moderate and severe in 22.8%, 39.4% and 37.8% of patients, respectively. Following the confirmation of CC, long-term chem... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121402 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121402 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121401&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977080%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jukić MK, Luetić AT, Skudar-Lukinović V, Andreis I The role of macrophages acting as immunologic antitumor effectors and promoters of tumor growth are poorly understood as yet. We investigated the role of macrophage in model of concomitant immunity (CI), a phenomenon of secondary tumor rejection during the primary tumor growth. It has been shown that the period of CI weakening can coincide with appearance of tumor metastases. We used mammary carcinoma (MC) artificial lung metastases to evaluate the influence of macrophages from various period of CI on the development of metastases in mice. Our results indicated that macrophages are responsible for the late period of CI weakening and suppression. To investigate weather prostaglandins can mediate suppressive effect of macroph... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121401 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121401 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121400&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977081%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lukić M, Segec A, Segeca I, Pinotić L, Pinotić K, Atalić B, Solić K, Vcev A This paper aims at evaluating the role of improper nutrition in the pathogenesis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Barrett's oesophagus (BE), and oesophageal adenocarcinoma (EADC). It also tries to examine the influence of the alcohol, nicotine and coffee consumption in the development of the mentioned diseases. There were 180 subjects included in the trial, 109 males and 71 females, which were divided in the four groups (70 patients with GERD, 20 patients with BE, 20 patients with EADC, and 70 healthy examinees composing a control group). Their dietary habits were investigated by the usage of the dietary questionnaires. The results show that the fast eating and the insufficient masticati... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121400 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121400 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121399&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977082%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, moderate elevated glucose concentration increased expression of cell adhesion molecules on HAEC. Insulin administration in the mild hyperglycaemia reduces an expression of the proinflammatory adhesion molecule E-selectin which could contribute in deceleration of macrovascular complications development in diabetic patients. PMID: 20977082 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121399 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121399 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121398&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977083%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Malnar D, Klasan GS, Miletić D, Bajek S, Vranić TS, Arbanas J, Bobinac D, Coklo M Although anatomical properties and vessel variations of the celiac trunk are well explored in the literature, there is not so much information on the arterial diameters, and this data is important for surgical procedures and angiographic examinations. The aim of this study was to investigate properties of the celiac trunk in humans by using anatomical dissection. Ninety cadavers were dissected for the celiac trunk identification and arterial diameter measurements. The results of anatomical examination showed that in 72% of all cases the celiac trunk divides into the splenic artery and the common hepatic artery, while the left gastric artery arises as a first branch and had origin between aorta,... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121398 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121397&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977084%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vnuk D, Lemo N, Nesek-Adam V, Maticić D, Radisić B, Kos J, Rumenjak V, Dohan Ehrenfest DM The spleen is an important organ for hemodynamic compensation during hemorrhagic shock. The aim of the study was to compare the hemodynamic and metabolic responses of sham-operated pigs with intact spleen, splenectomized pigs, and splenic autotransplanted pigs during hemorrhagic shock. Hemorrhagic shock was induced by 30% total blood volume bleed in sham-operated, splenectomized and splenic autotransplanted pigs (n = 20). Cardiopulmonary and metabolic variables were measured before, immediately after, and at 20, 60 and 100 minutes after hemorrhage. Upon hemorrhagic shock induction, body temperature, mean arterial pressure, mean pulmonary arterial pressure, cardiac output, cardiac index ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121397 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121396&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977085%26dopt%3DAbstract This study encompassed 75 patients who suffered from an acute medial femoral neck fracture and were treated with the implantation of a bipolar partial hip endoprosthesis. Their biomechanical status (stress distribution on the hip joint weight bearing area) and clinical status (Harris Hip Score) were estimated for the time prior to the injury and assessed at the follow-up examination that was, on average, carried out 40 months after the operation. Despite ageing, the observed Harris Hip Score at the follow-up examination was higher than that estimated prior to the injury (77.9 > 69.6; p = 0.006). Similarly, the hip stress distribution was reduced (2.7 MPa < 2.3 MPa; p = 0.001). While this reduction can be attributed to a loss of weight due to late ageing, the principal improvement cam... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121396 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121395&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977086%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kristek D, Lovrić I, Kristek J, Biljan M, Kristek G, Sakić K Proximal femoral fractures, especially in elderly persons with osteoporosis, present a challenge for the traumatologist. While the dynamic hip screw (DHS) became the implant of choice for the treatment of stable fractures, the ideal implant for the treatment of unstable fractures remains an issue. In our experience, Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation (PFNA) is an excellent device for osteosynthesis as it can be easily inserted, it provides angular and rotational stability and allows early weight bearing on the affected limb. Between February 2007 and August 2009, 76 patients underwent the PFNA fixation for proximal femoral fractures (15 men and 61 women). Forty seven fractures were pertrochanteric, 14 subtrochanter... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121395 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121395 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121394&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977087%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vintar N, Rawal N, Pohar M, Veselko M The influence of patient-controlled intra-articular analgesia with ropivacaine, morphine and ketorolac (RMK) on postoperative pain relief and early rehabilitation after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction was studied. Twenty six patients, randomized into two groups, were enrolled in a placebo-controlled, double-blind study. At the end of surgery a catheter was placed intra-articularly and connected to a patient-controlled pump, programmed to deliver 10 mL bolus and 60 min lockout interval. RMK group received 0.25% ropivacaine, morphine 0.2 mg/mL and ketorolac 1 mg/mL; P group saline. Pain was measured with 10 cm visual analog scale. At pain scores > 3 cm, all patients were instructed to self-administer morphine intravenously using... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121394 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121394 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121393&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977088%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bralić I, Rodin U, Matanić D, Jovancevic M The aim of the study was to assess neonatal birth weight (BW) differences between inland and littoral Croatia, to identify BW groups with most pronounced differences, and possible variations in the rate of BW > or = 4000 g between Sibenik area and the rest of littoral (counties with access to the Adriatic Sea) and inland Croatia. The study included data on 99.42% of 200,740 live births recorded in 37 Croatian maternity hospitals during the 2001-2005 period. Distribution of 500-g BW groups was analyzed irrespective of neonatal sex and gestational age. Differences were found between the inland and littoral parts of Croatia according to distribution of the BW groups of < 2500 g (5.4% vs. 4.4%), 2500-3999 g (84% vs. 80.2%) and &gt... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121393 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121392&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977089%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bala G, Katić R, Mikalacki M Measuring instruments for assessment of parental socioeconomic status, anthropometric characteristics and motor abilities were used in a sample of 643 preschool children aged 4-6 years and their parents, recruited from preschool institutions in several towns in Voivodina, Serbia. The aim was to analyze the correlation of parental socioeconomic status indicators with morphological and motor dimensions of preschool children. Study results showed the socioeconomic status of the children's families to be relatively homogeneous, with no statistically significant differences in any of the socioeconomic status indicators between families with male and female children. Male and female children differed significantly in the overall space of anthropometric ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121392 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121392 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121391&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977090%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mladenova S, Nikolova M, Andreenko E, Boyadjiev D The aim of this study is to investigate age- and sex-related changes in somatotypological characteristics of Bulgarian children and adolescents from Smolyan region. The investigated sample in this work included a total 1086 (559 boys and 527 girls), aged 7-17 years and measured cross-sectional between 1998-2001. Standard anthropometric technique and instruments were used. The anthropometric variables of the weight (W), height (H), humerus and femur width, calf and arm flexed and tensed girth were measured by Martin-Saller's method (1957). The thickness of the four skinfolds -the triceps, biceps, subscapular and medial calf on the right side also were measured. These anthropometrical measurements were required for determining th... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121391 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121390&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977091%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Videmsek M, Karpljuk D, Mlinar S, Mesko M, Stihec J The study aimed to establish the frequency of injuries in primary and secondary schools during leisure time and physical education classes in school as well as in group and individual sports. The sample included 2842 pupils from nine primary schools and 1235 students from five secondary schools in Slovenia. The data were processed with the SPSS statistical software package and the frequencies and Crosstabs were calculated. The results showed that substantially more pupils and students were injured in their leisure time than during physical education classes. Girls were more frequently injured in group and individual sports practiced during physical education classes and in individual sports practiced in their leisure time, wh... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121390 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121390 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121389&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977092%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Polovina S, Polovina TS, Polovina A, Polovina-Proloscić T Cerebral palsy (CP) is one of the major forms of developmental disorders. There are different approaches and controversies in rehabilitation treatment. The Neuronal Group Selection theory could provide theoretical explanation for Stojcević Polovina rehabilitation method. The aim of the study was to evaluate long-term impact of intensive and continuously performed rehabilitation on the motor autonomy level children with CR Motor autonomy levels, defined according to the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) and Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM), were analyzed in 24 children with CP at the beginning of the study and at the last visit. During rehabilitation, GMFM scores increased above the expected value o... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121389 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121388&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977093%26dopt%3DAbstract The objectives of the present study are to understand the variation in menstrual characters with respect to differential marital status of women and as well as to find out whether marital status can be a significant predictor of any menstrual character. Data have been collected on a total number of 200 participants (unmarried 100 and married 100) with the help of a well-tested questionnaire/schedule. Unmarried participants who are aged between 18 and 21 years and their closest blood related married kin members who are in the age group 25-35 years, have given birth to at least one child, presently not lactating or family way and are not using any hormonal contraceptives for the last one year period have been selected for the study. Bivariate analysis reveals that significant differences exi... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121388 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121387&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977094%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Turk Z, Lonzarić D, Aleksić D Regular exercise training improves overall physical fitness and quality of life in postmenopausal women. The exigent training frequency depends on a user-specified training aim. The aim of this study was to confirm the benefits of regular once a week exercise training for the maintenance of fitness in postmenopausal women. The test group included 20 postmenopausal women (65 +/- 3.1 years) who have been attending the exercise training program conducted by the physiotherapist once a week for three years. The age-matched control group included 20 healthy women (65.5 +/- 2.4 years) who did not regularly attend the training program. The outcomes were: right and left lateral trunk flexion, right and left shoulder flexion, right and left grip strength,... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121387 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121387 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121386&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977095%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Konter E The purpose of this study was to analyze the leadership power perception of amateur and professional soccer coaches and players according to their belief in good luck or not. Data collected from 165 male soccer coaches and 870 male soccer players including professionals and amateurs. The coaches had a mean age of 40.24 years (SD = 8.40) and had been coaching for an average of 8.56 years (SD = 6.75). The players had a mean age of 18.40 years (SD = 4.00) and had been playing soccer for an average of 6.00 years (SD = 4.15) with license. Adapted Turkish version of Power in Soccer Questionnaire-Other (PSQ-O for soccer players), Power in Soccer Questionnaire-Self (PSQ-S for coaches) and an information form were used for the data collection. Cronbach Reliability Alphas of PS... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121386 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121386 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121385&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977096%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sporis G, Vuleta D, Vuleta D, Milanović D The purpose of this study was to describe the structural and functional characteristics of elite Croatian handball players and to evaluate whether the players in different positional roles have different physical and physiological profiles. According to the positional roles, players were categorized as goalkeepers (n = 13), wing players (n = 26), backcourt players (n = 28) and pivot players (n = 25). The goalkeepers were older (p < 0.01), and the pivot players were more experienced (p < 0.01) than the backcourt players. The wings were the shortest players in the team. The pivots were tallest and heavier than the backcourt and wing players (p < 0.01), whereas the backcourt players were tallest then wings (p < 0.01). Goalkee... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121385 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121385 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121384&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977097%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fajgelj S, Bala G, Katić R The main goal of the study was to determine the constructive validity of Raven's Colored Progressive Matrices by means of item factor analysis. The most important topic within this objective is to determine the test dimensionality, since many authors report on finding several significant primary factors. The study included 2334 children aged 4 to 11. Several types of factor analysis were used in order to obviate the influence of technique on the results. Our data suggested 3 or 4 first order factors. Based on the usual McDonald definition, the primary factors obtained could be considered difficulty factors in the majority of cases. The necessary number of factors on age subsamples, extracted by parallel analysis, was between 3 and 5. Factor structur... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121384 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121384 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121381&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977098%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Muratbegović AA, Marković N, Zukanović A, Kobaslija S, Dragas MS, Jurić H The main aim of this paper is to present epidemiological indicators of oral health among six-year olds in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BH) and to analyze values of dmft index and dental treatment needs in order to identify differences in parts of the country. Another aim is to identify the needs from the public oral health care system in Bosnia and Herzegovina related to early permanent dentition by analyzing the condition of first permanent molars (FPM) as an indicator of oral health of permanent dentition. Survey was carried out in 2004 in 8 cantons of the Federation of BH (FBH) and in the Republic of Srpska (RS). Final sample included 560 participants aged six (mean 6.2, SD +/- 0.87). One dental team c... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121381 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121381 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121380&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977099%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Legović I, Kotarac-Knezević A, Cabov T, Brumini G, Sasso A, Kovac Z, Bakarcić D, Lajnert V The aim of this study was to examine differences between health condition of the first permanent molar (M1) in children in 1977 and 2007. The materials for the study consisted of data on the health condition of M1 determined in a study in 1977 (Group I) for children from the district of Buje in Istria. The health condition of M1 was examined again in the same area in 2007 (Group II). The first permanent molar is most frequently affected by caries and represent a good indicator for general caries incidence of children. Study included 709 subjects in Group I (363 boys, 346 girls) and 460 subjects in Group II (242 boys, 218 girls), aged from 6 years and 0 months to 12 years and 5 months.... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121380 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121379&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977100%26dopt%3DAbstract Conclusions: According to the results of this study, application of LLLT to xerostomic patients' major salivary glands stimulates them to produce more saliva with better antimicrobial characteristics and improves the difficulties that are associated with MD. This simple non-invasive method could be used in everyday clinical practice for the treatment of MD. PMID: 20977100 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121379 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121379 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121378&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977101%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ardu S, Braut V, Uhac I, Benbachir N, Feilzer AJ, Krejci I The purpose of this article is to illustrate a new classification of resin based aesthetic materials laying on the characterization of their matrix and their filler morphology. Four samples per material have been prepared for SEM evaluation. Each sample has been treated with chloroform to dissolve its matrix in order to evidence the filler morphology. A general schema of four different matrix systems which characterize the material's level of hydrophobicity can be put in evidence. The subsequent filler analysis individuates a more complex schema based on filler size and construction. A new classification based on matrix nature and filler morphology has been proposed. Based on this concept mechanical and aesthetic chara... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121378 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121378 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121377&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977102%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kovacić I, Celebić A, Zlatarić DK, Petricević N, Buković D, Bitanga P, Mikelić B, Tadin A, Mehulić K, Ognjenović M The resorption of the residual alveolar ridges is a chronic and continuous process of bone remodeling. The aim of this study was to analyse the rate of residual ridge resorption at different sites in the both jaws in complete denture wearers, through a five-year period of denture wearing. Residual ridge changes were measured on successive lateral cephalograms at 5 measurement points of the maxilla and the mandible. The first lateral radiograph was obtained at the delivery of complete dentures. The second lateral cephalogram was obtained after five years of denture wearing. Measurements were performed using a calibrated grid. The results of this study showe... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121377 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121377 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121376&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977103%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Selthofer R, Nikolić V, Mrcela T, Radić R, Leksan I, Dinjar K, Selthofer-Relatić K Mineral density of the sternum is insufficiently known. The aim of this research was to investigate mineralisation of the sternum and collect normative data on mineral density of the standard male and female sternum in elderly people (average age of female samples was 64 and male's was 62 years). The research was conducted on 93 cadaveric sternums, 56 male and 37 female samples. To determine regional mineral density of the sternum each sample was cut into six bony segments (Figure 1). Mineral density of every segment was determined using the method of ashing. Male sternums were on average denser than female ones in all segments. Average mineral density of the manubrium in women was 0.169 g/cm... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121376 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121375&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977104%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rapan S, Jovanović S, Gulan G, Boschi V, Kolarević V, Dapić T The patients with intensive pain caused by the vertebra body fracture were treated by application of low viscosity cement (LVC), (Vertebroplastic, DePuy) and high viscosity cement (HVC), (Confidence, DePuy,) into the body, by means of diascopy through unilateral transpendicular approach. Application of LVC was made in 75 patients, on 109 vertebrae, and HVC was applied in 12 patients on 14 vertebrae. Application of LVC was performed on 48 thoracic and 61 lumbar vertebrae and 5 thoracic and 9 lumbar vertebrae were stabilized with HVC. 43 patients were treated for malignancy and in 38 for osteoporosis. For LVC, preoperative VAS score was 8.32 and 2.23 (p < 0.00001) 24 hours after surgery, and it remained stable 3... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121375 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121375 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121374&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977105%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kovac T, Popović B, Marjanović K, Wertheimer V, Kovacević M, Nikolić V, Jo-Osvatić A, Radić R The aim of this research was to describe thyroid cartilage morphometry in the population of Eastern Slavonia in detail. The research was carried out on 68 samples of adult thyroid cartilages. There was statistically significant difference between all analysed parameters in male and female samples, except for the distance between the superior horns tips. All parameters had greater values in men, except for the thyroid angle, which was greater in women. There was significant correlation between most of the measured parameters. The strongest correlation was noticed in the distance between the horns at all measured levels and between the pairs of parameters measured for the left and... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121374 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121374 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121373&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977106%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Windhager S, Hutzler F, Carbon CC, Oberzaucher E, Schaefer K, Thorstensen T, Leder H, Grammer K Humans' proneness to see faces even in inanimate structures such as cars has long been noticed, yet empirical evidence is scarce. To examine this tendency of anthropomorphism, participants were asked to compare specific features (such as the eyes) of a face and a car front presented next to each other. Eye movement patterns indicated on which visual information participants relied to solve the task and clearly revealed the perception of facial features in cars, such as headlights as eyes or grille as nose. Most importantly, a predominance of headlights was found in attracting and guiding people's gaze irrespective of the feature they were asked to compare--equivalent to the role of ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121373 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121372&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977107%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bradvica IS, Janculjak D, Butković-Soldo S, Mrden AM, Kondza G, Tadzić R The purpose of this investigation was to determine the atherosclerotic changes in patients with vascular parkinsonism and in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease, in order to evaluate the possible influence of the extracranial pathology of carotid arteries in developing lacunar cerebral infarcts. Degree of stenosis and plaque morphology of the extracranial part of carotids in both group of patients were evaluated by color Doppler flow imaging ultrasound investigation and the results were compared. We selected two matched groups of patients with parkinsonism: 22 patients with vascular parkinsonism, and 28 with idiopathic Parkinson's disease.The atherosclerotic changes found in patients with Parki... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121372 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121371&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977108%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Duraković N, Radonić R, Gasparović V Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a disorder characterized by disseminated thrombotic occlusions of the microcirculation. Identification of ADAMTS13 protease and its place in the pathophysiology of TTP led to better understanding of the disease and better survival for the diseased. Here we show a case report of a patient that had a normal ADAMTS13protease activity and an unusual clinical presentation and utilize that case to highlight how the absence of a severe ADAMTS13 protease deficiency does not preclude a diagnosis of TTP and how early initiation and continuation of plasma exchange therapy can lead to a positive outcome, even in a severely ill patient. Even though ADAMTS13 protease determination has no immediate influence... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121371 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121370&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977109%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dodig-Curković K, Curković M, Radić J, Degmecić D, Pozgain I, Filaković P Eating disorders in early childhood are the same frequency in boys and girls. During adolescence eating disorders are ten (10) times more frequent in girls than in boys. Worrying is the fact that eating disorders are the third chronic illness among adolescents after obesity and asthma. Depicting this adolescent we tried to show difficulty of treatment of this disorder, where in the beginning is important to stabilize body weight and prevent somatic damages such as: heart damage, amenorrhoea, changes in EKG (electrocardiogram) and electrolyte dysbalance that could endanger the life of patient. Simultaneously it is important to recognize and treat comorbid psychological disturbances such as in this ca... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121370 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121369&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977110%26dopt%3DAbstract We report clinically rare and serious adverse reactions that occurred after the co-administration of ranitidine, ibuprofen and ciprofloxacin: completely reversible aseptic meningitis and irreversible bilateral sensorineural hearing loss, tinnitus, and vestibulopathy. Recurrent urinary inflammations treated with antibacterials, classic familial migraine, and allergy to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and chromium were favourable predisposing factors for the adverse event in this patient. A close chronological relation between administration of drugs (especially ibuprofen) and adverse reactions was noted. No evidence of infection and/or autoimmune disease was found. The mechanism of these serious events may be explained as a hypersensitive reaction affecting the meninges and, partially, cochle... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121369 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121368&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977111%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a 45-years old woman presented with severe low back pain associated with left lumboischialgia. Intraoperative finding of an aberrant L5/S1 nerve root, optimal surgical therapy and different classifications are discussed together with a review of literature. PMID: 20977111 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121368 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121367&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977112%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a 74-year-old man with documented metastatic prostate cancer who underwent emergent surgery for acute Stanford A aortic dissection. Having acknowledged the relatively favorable evolution of our patient's malignant disease, we were not deterred by its presence from pursuing surgical treatment of his aortic dissection. PMID: 20977112 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121367 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121366&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977113%26dopt%3DAbstract We reported 2 patients with severe pulmonary hypertension after valve surgery. Because of desperate clinical situation, we decided to use the combination of inhaled and intravenous milrinone. Inhaled milrinone was delivered by means of pneumatic medication nebulizer dissolved with saline in final concentration of 0.5 mg/ml. The nebulizer was attached to the inspiratory limb of the ventilator circuit, just before the Y-piece. We obtained satisfactory reduction in mean pulmonary artery pressure in both patients, and they were successfully extubated and discharged. Although it is a very small sample of patients, we conclude that the combination of inhaled and intravenous milrinone could be an effective treatment of secondary pulmonary hypertension in high-risk cardiac valve surgery patient. T... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121366 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121365&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977114%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a patient with acute surgical abdomen due to a duodenal perforation caused by inflammation of ectopic pancreatic tissue in duodenum and stomach. Histology of the resected duodenum and stomach demonstrated heterotopic pancreatic tissue acute inflammation without atypia, suggesting "pancreatitis of the duodenum and stomach". To date, there have been a few reports describing perforation of the stomach due to heterotopic pancreas. Therefore, the present case was considered to be a very rare case of this disorder. To conclude, heterotopic pancreas should always be considered in the differential diagnosis of acute abdomen. PMID: 20977114 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121365 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121365 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121364&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977115%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Avancini-Dobrović V, Vrbanić TS, Kukuljan M, Stamenković D, Cicvarić T, Jurdana H, Dobrović D Low-dose oral steroid therapies are very effective in active rheumatoid arthritis (RA), reducing disease activity in acute crisis either while waiting for disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) to take effect or if it was slow in response to DMARDs. However, long-term steroid therapies are associated with serious side effects, such as osteoporotic reduction of bone mass and frequent fractures. This paper reports a female patient who has suffered RA treated with low-dose oral steroid therapy in a long-term period. Suddenly, she developed severe pain and oedema of forefeet during home distance level walking, with no history of trauma. The diagnosis of spontaneous serial fra... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121364 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121363&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977116%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of IMT of larynx, recognized in time and treated with laser ablation. Our case demonstrates the importance of timely IMT recognition in order to avoid overtreatment. This diagnosis should also alert clinicians to close follow-up of these patients. PMID: 20977116 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121363 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121362&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977117%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brajković AV, Gornik I, Gasparović V A case series of 12 obese patients admitted to medical intensive care unit (ICU) due to life-threatening diseases and the influence of weight loss on cardiovascular parameters is presented. We assessed body weight, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, pulse, and laboratory values on admission. At discharge from ICU patients were counseled on how to lose weight. They were examined one and six months later. Statistically significant (p < 0.05) decrease of body weight (median at the beginning of a treatment 134 kg, after six months 127.5 kg), BMI (median 41.5 kg/m2 at the beginning of a treatment; 38.9 kg/m2 after six months), systolic blood pressure (medians 145 mmHg and 130 mmHg), diastolic blood pressure (medians 95 mmHg and 85 mmHg)... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121362 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121362 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121361&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977118%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a 70-year-old man from Dalmatia, Croatia, with a history of prolonged high fever diagnosed as Q fever endocarditis. As far as we know, this is the first case of chronic Q fever in Croatia. The treatment was started as for culture-negative endocarditis, but was without clinical response. After significantly high anti-phase I IgG plus IgA antibodies titers to Coxiella burnetii were shown, the initial treatment with doxycycline was changed and ciprofloxacin was started with good clinical response. PMID: 20977118 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121361 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121361 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121360&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977119%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kasum M The ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is typically an iatrogenic complication of induction ovulation occurring during the luteal phase or early pregnancy. However, the spontaneous form of OHSS is extremely rare and always reported during pregnancy. Several cases have been observed during multiple pregnancies and other cases were associated with hypothyroidism. Moreover, a few mutations of the follicle-stimulation hormone receptor (FSHr) were recently described in spontaneous OHSS and normal levels of human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG). In these cases, a molecular basis for the pathogenesis of the spontaneous OHSS was identified. These mutations displayed promiscuous sensitivity and activation by both HCG and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The disease always... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121360 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121360 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121359&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977120%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Puizina-Ivić N, Mirić L, Carija A, Karlica D, Marasović D The main processes involved in skin aging are intrinsic and extrinsic. Apart from them, so called stochastic aging connotes cell damage caused by metabolic processes, free radicals and cosmic irradiation. The clinical expression of intrinsic aging include smooth, dry, and thinned skin with accentuated expression lines. It is inevitable and time dependent. Extrinsically aged skin shows signs of photodamage which include appearance of wrinkles, pigmented lesions, actinic keratoses and patchy hypopigmentations. Therapeutic modalities imply photoprotection with sunscreens that prevent sunburns and block ultraviolet irradiation. Other modalities include use of retinoids which regulate gene transcription with subsequent ce... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121359 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121359 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121358&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977121%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Badel T, Carek A, Podoreski D, Pavicin IS, Lovko SK Temporomandibular disorders are a form of musculoskeletal disorders, which reduce the function of stomatognathic system and they are related to some other diseases causing painful conditions and disorders of oral function. The aim of this paper is to describe a one year follow up clinical case of a female patient with comorbid multiple sclerosis and a relatively rare form of articular disc disorder. Primary clinical diagnostics encompassed manual methods of TMJ examination. Definite diagnosis included radiologic examination. Clinical hyperextensive condyle position was palpated bilaterally and subsequently confirmed by a functional panoramic radiograph of TMJ. The anterior displacement of disc with reduction was diagnosed by ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121358 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121358 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121357&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977122%26dopt%3DAbstract This article will review aetiology and patophysiological consequences of inadequate mask ventilation. The main focus will be on circulatory changes during induction of anesthesia, before and in a short period after intubation that could be attributed to inadequate mask ventilation in humans. PMID: 20977122 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121357 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121356&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20977123%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Keros T, Borovecki F, Jemersić L, Konjević D, Roić B, Balatinec J A century ago, Thomas Hunt Morgan, the American scientist, studied the cytogenetic changes of drosophila and came to cytogenetic explanation of Mendel's basic laws of genetic heredity. These studies resulted in today's Mendel-Morgan chromosomal theory of heredity. On the occasion of the hundredth anniversary of this important discovery the authors have decided to give a review of the most significant achievements in the field of molecular genetics until the completion of the Human Genome Project. The most important points concerning the technology of DNA recombination and genetic engineering are also presented. The final section discusses the significance of previous achievements of molecular genetics in biom... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121356 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121356 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862748&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698100%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gobić MB, Pedisić D, Bekafigo IS, Cerović R, Starcević R, Gobić D, Juretić M Main objective of this study was to evaluate the usefulness and accuracy of fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) diagnosis of parotid masses to distinguish reliably between benign and malignant lesions. In the period of 5 years, 214 parotid glands were resected at the Rijeka University Hospital Center (Croatia), but 176 patients had cytopathological and histopathological diagnoses and therefore fulfilled the criteria for study. The results of the FNAC were analyzed and compared to the corresponding histopathological diagnosis obtained from the surgical specimen. Histological evaluation revealed 17malignant and 159 benign lesions. There were 13 true positive, 147 true negative, 3 fa... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862748 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862748 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862747&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698101%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dabelić N, Matesa N, Matesa-Anić D, Kusić Z Our aim was to assess malignancy risk in adenomatoid nodules and suspicious follicular lesions of the thyroid obtained by fine needle aspiration (FNA) cytology. Retrospective research was performed of 276 patients who underwent thyroid surgery after preoperative ultrasound-guided FNA diagnosis of either adenomatoid nodule, cellular follicular lesion, "suspicious for follicular neoplasm" or follicular neoplasm. Out of 276 patients, FNA reports showed 15 diagnoses (5%) of adenomatoid nodules, 73 (26%) cellular follicular lesions, 76 (28%) "suspicious for follicular neoplasm", and 112 diagnoses (41%) of follicular neoplasm. FNA reports were compared with pathohistological findings. In FNA reports of adenomatoid nodule (N = 15),... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862747 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862746&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698102%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fustar-Preradović L, Coha B, Pajić-Penavić I The purpose of this paper is to show the importance of gastric mucosa imprint cytology in detecting stomach cancer. Analyzed were 364 cytological and pathohistiological samples taken from 335 patients having suspected diagnosis of gastric cancer. Every specimen was submitted to slide imprinting and then fixed in formalin for further processing with routine histopathology. The imprints were air dried for cytological analysis, stained according to May-Grünwald-Giemsa and analyzed by light microscope. By pathohistological punch-biopsy samples analysis stomach cancer was found in 45 samples. With cytological samples analysis the cancer was detected in 48 samples and 13 cytological samples were suspected of cancer With combin... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862746 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862746 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862745&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698103%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Paro MM, Siftar Z, Kardum-Skelin I, Sustercić D, Nazor A, Flegar-Mestrić Z, Jaksić B Flow cytometry immunophenotyping (FCI) has an important role in the clinic work-up of fine needle aspirates (FNAs) of lymph nodes. Its standardization has been defined by proposed analytical protocols and procedures used to assure proper analytical results also in those non-routine samples. In Institute of Clinical Chemistry, "Merkur" University Hospital, FCI is accredited method according to laboratory accreditation standard ISO 15189. According to this laboratory accreditation standard, participation in external quality assessment (EQA) programs is a prerequisite for assuring integrity and quality of the entire laboratory process. A critical analysis of our institutional experience ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862745 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862745 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862744&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698104%26dopt%3DAbstract Multimodal image analysis of chronic leukemic lymphoproliferative disorders and the hypothesis of "single" and "multiple" programmed stops in the development of typical and atypical forms of leukemias and lymphomas. Coll Antropol. 2010 Jun;34(2):367-76 Authors: Kardum-Skelin I, Puskarić BJ, Radić-Kristo D, Jaksić O, Kardum M, Jaksić B The study consisted of morphometric analysis, assessment of the argyrophilic nucleolar organization region (AgNOR) characteristics, and image cytometry (ICM) in different tumor mass compartments: bone marrow (BM), peripheral blood (PB) and lymph nodes (LN) from patients with chronic leukemic lymphoproliferative disorders. A total of 71895 cells were analyzed on SFORM PC (VAMSTEC, Zagreb). Correlation between morphometric, AgNOR and ICM... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862744 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862744 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862743&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698105%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Miletić Z, Gizdić B, Stoos-Veić T, Kaić G, Novak NP, Tadić M, Jaksić O, Ostović KT Flow cytometry (FC) immunophenotyping is an important tool in the evaluation of lymphadenopathy and is widely used in the diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphomas (NHLs) on fine-needle aspirates of lymph nodes and extranodal sites. Because at least 80% of NHLs are of B-cell type, detection of immunoglobulin (Ig) light-chain-restriction is the most commonly used method for confirmation of monoclonality. The aim of our study was to evaluate usefulness of endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) for FC analysis from deep-seated lymph nodes and to compare results of FC clonality analysis to cytomorphologic diagnosis of sampled lymph nodes. For cytological diagno... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862743 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862743 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862742&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698106%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mrzljak A, Kardum-Skelin I, Cvrlje VC, Filipec-Kanizaj T, Sustercić D, Skegro D Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) mostly occurs in chronic liver disease and cirrhosis. Liver resection and liver transplantation (LT) represent potentially curative treatments of choice and if not feasible, palliative strategies such as percutaneous interventional techniques (PITs) and chemotherapy (ChT) are considered. Elevated alfa-fetoprotein, typical imaging pattern, needle core biopsy (NCB) and fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) complement diagnostic assessment of HCC. We have retrospectively analyzed all patients with contraindications for NCB in which HCC was diagnosed by FNAC during consecutive 5 years in our hospital. Ultrasound guided FNAC provided a safe method of approach and, exce... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862742 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862742 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862741&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698107%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Trcić RL, Sustercić D, Kuspilić M, Jelić-Puskarić B, Fabijanić I, Kardum-Skelin I The detection of specific chromosomal abnormalities is important in the diagnostic workup of aggressive lymphomas, giving its impact on the treatment strategies and prognosis. This has been accomplished by using the fluorescent in situ hybridisation method (FISH) performed on fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens what is attractive in the diagnosis of lymphoma in the comparation with other methods for collecting samples. The cytogenetic analyses were performed in series of 80 patients with lymphoma (43 women and 37 men, median age 48, range 3-90 years). In our series 89.0% (71) of the specimens yield sufficient numbers of analysable metaphases, comprising 63 non-Hodgkin lymphom... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862741 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862741 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862740&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698108%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Milicić-Juhas V, Pajtler M The aim of the study was to evaluate the justification of Croatian modification of Bethesda classification after thirteen years of its application, answering the question if the subclassification of high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesion (HSIL) into cervical intraepithelial lesion (CIN) grade 2 (CIN2) and grade 3 (CIN3) is cytologically real and clinically justified. The retrospective study included 3110 women to whom cervical intraepithelial lesion of different grade was diagnosed by cytological examination of vaginal-cervical-endocervical (VCE) smear at Department of Clinical Cytology, Clinical hospital Osijek in period from 1993 to 2005. 57.1% of women were monitored cytologically and colposcopically, while 42.9% of them had also pathohisto... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862740 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862740 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862739&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698109%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ovanin-Rakić A, Mahovlić V, Audy-Jurković S, Barisić A, Skopljanac-Macina L, Jurić D, Rajhvajn S, Ilić-Forko J, Babić D, Folnović D, Kani D Cytological criteria for the identification of glandular intraepithelial lesions (GIL) have not yet been fully described, especially for the precursors of adenocarcinoma in situ (AIS), thus these lesions may frequently remain unrecognized. As most patients diagnosed with AIS or mild to moderate GIL (grades I, II) are free from clinical symptoms, cytology has a very responsible role in the detection of these lesions. The aim of the study was to achieve the most appropriate cytologic diagnosis of intraepithelial lesions of endocervical columnar epithelium, analyzing the cytology findings in patients with histologicall... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862739 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862738&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698110%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Planinc-Peraica A, Kolonić SO, Radić-Kristo D, Dominis M, Jaksić B Serum proteins and immunoglobulin (Ig) findings in 119 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL) patients were analysed. Out of them 96 (81%) patients had B non-Hodgkin lymphoma (B-NHL), and 23 (19%) T-NHL. Indolent type of NHL was more frequent (77 patients, 65%), then aggressive type of NHL (42 patients, 35%). Most patients had normal serum protein concentration, the increased protein concentration was seen in 17% of patients while decreased concentration was noticed in 7% of patients. Hypoalbuminaemia was more frequent (43%) then hyperalbuminaemia (1%). In contrast to albumin, low levels of other protein fractions (alpha1-, alpha2-, and beta-globulin) were rather rare (0.6%, 4%, and 3% of patients, respectively)... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862738 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862738 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862737&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698111%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, our patient group was comparable to other literature reports on PGI-NHL patients according to clinicopathologic characteristics. Disease stage and LDH were the only parameters that had a statistically significant effect patient survival. PMID: 20698111 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862737 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862737 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862736&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698112%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stemberger-Papić S, Vrdoljak-Mozetic D, Ostojić DV, Rubesa-Mihaljević R, Manestar M Cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) can be detected in the cytologic smears years before invasive squamous cancer arises, but no reproducible morphologic criteria exist to predict behavior of cervical lesions. The possibility of predicting the clinical course of cervical lesions could be of high value in clinical practice and some women will spare of unnecessary treatment. HPV L1 capsid protein represents about 90% of the total protein on the surface of the virus and can be detected in mild to moderate dysplasia and rarely in severe dysplasia. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the use of immunodetection of HPV L1 protein on archival Pap smears with findings of mild and mode... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862736 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862736 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862735&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698113%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stoos-Veić T, Livun A, Ajduković R, Pejsa V, Jaksić O, Kusec R According to WHO classification follicular lymphoma (FL) is a neoplasm composed of follicle centre (germinal centre) B-cells, which usually has at least a partially follicular pattern. Bone marrow (BM) infiltration by lymphoma occurs in 40-70% of cases at the time of diagnosis. The characteristic chromosomal translocation of follicular lymphoma is t(14;18)(q32;q21) with transposition of BCL2 oncogene to the regulatory region of immunoglobulin heavy chain gene IgH. Aim of this study was to determine the frequency of PCR detection of IgH/BCL2 in DNA samples isolated from archival cytological slides of lymph node aspirates, bone marrow and/or peripheral blood (PB) obtained from patients with histologically co... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862735 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862735 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862734&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698114%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Tomasović-Loncarić C, Milanović R, Lambasa S, Krizanac S, Stoos-Veić T, Kaić G, Ostović KT One of the criteria of selection for skin sparing mastectomy (SSM) with nipple areola complex (NAC) preservation is to exclude the neoplastic involvement of subareolar tissue (NAC base) in order to minimize the possibility of local recurrence. The most common way to assess the possible neoplastic involvement is intraoperative frozen section of the NAC base tissue. Because of its limitations, particularly the false negative results due to unsampling, we tried to use intraoperative imprint cytology for more thorough intraoperative assessment. The aim was to compare intraoperative imprint findings with the definitive histology of the NAC base, to evaluate diagnostic accura... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862734 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862733&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698115%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Majnarić-Trtica L, Vitale B, Martinis M, Reiner Z Knowledge of cardiovascular risk factors is increasing. At the same time, risk estimation becomes more and more difficult. The need for a more comprehensive, but more individually based approach is evident. To achieve this aim, we propose a systems biology approach in cardiovascular risk assessment. This means that a large amount of health data, describing many aspects of the health-status of patients, is collected and computed and the results are compared with existing knowledge. Finally, a clinical model is created, which can be the first step in ongoing research protocol, aimed at assessing cardiovascular risk. By using this approach, all potentially relevant risk factors can be identified on a small sample. Moreover, ris... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862733 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862732&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698116%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Topolovec Z, Corusić A, Babić D, Mrcela M, Sijanović S, Müller-Vranjes A, Curzik D The aim of this research was to determine the VEGF A expression in tumor cells and the intratumoral microvessel density and their prognostic significance in the survival of the subjects. 87 subjects were monitored retrospectively for a period of 60 to 132 months. The subjects were treated at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Osijek University Hospital Center, Croatia. We analysed standard clinical, pathohistological and therapeutical prognostic factors, intratumoral microvessel density and expression of VEGF A. Five-year survival was calculated by the life chart method and presented graphically by Kaplan-Meier curves. Reaching conclusions on statistical hypotheses in thi... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862732 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862731&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698117%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Gamulin M, Kopjar N, Grgić M, Ramić S, Viculin T, Petković M, Garaj-Vrhovac V Early stage testicular seminoma is a radiosensitive tumor. Its incidence has significantly increased during the last decade especially in the young population. Although the therapy for testicular seminoma gives very satisfying results, the evaluation of genome damage caused by the therapy is of a great importance in order to recognize possible related health risks. The present study was performed on ten patients diagnosed with seminoma stage I; pT1/2N0M0S0, treated with adjuvant radiotherapy (a radiation dose of 25 Gy divided in 16 fractions) after orchidectomy. To assess the possible existence of an increased baseline DNA/chromosome damage in patients we also selected the appropriate contro... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862731 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862730&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698118%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ghosh S, Malik SL In order to assess sex differences in body physique in Santhals, a cross sectional sample of 800 adult Santhals (400 males and 400 females) was collected from West Bengal (India) using multistage cluster random sampling. The present study aims to explore the body physique of Santhals of West Bengal, where both males and females do backbreaking labor work. This type of research is rare in tribal communities, especially in India. Anthropometric Somatotyping, the method forwarded by Heath and Carter, is followed in the present study, which is a technique of rating human body physique and composition through anthropometric measurements. The results suggest that the Santhal males and females are predominately Mesomorphic in their body physique. Mean somatotype of ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862730 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862729&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698119%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hraste M, Dizdar D, Trninić V The aim of this research was to check the validity of the weighed system of criteria for evaluating the actual quality of water polo players proposed by Hraste, Dizdar and Trninić. The authors have determined the attributes of the measurement instrument for assessment of the overall performance efficiency of elite water polo players. Based on the determined descriptive indicators, on the coefficients of the relative importance of criteria, and on the degree of the objectivity level (interobservers' agreement) of the expert evaluations, it can be concluded that the measuring attributes (objectivity and sensitivity) for most of the criteria are in accordance with their relative importance coefficients for a particular position in the game. Con... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862729 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862728&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698120%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Klinar I, Balazin A, Basić M, Plantas I, Biskupić K The aim of the study was to explore characteristics of the users of the Interactive Service "Your Questions" that is based on E-mail health consultations. We wanted to find out what motivated users to use it, were they satisfied with it and what were its impacts on their health behavior. Therefore, we developed a Web survey and invited 2,747 users to take part in it. 919 (33.5%) of users responded. Results showed that the majority of respondents were women (79.1%) and that most hold at least a college degree (52.4%). The Service was mostly used for obtaining information about certain medical symptoms or medical conditions (50.1%), for a second opinion on a diagnosis (18.6%) and for more information about medical treatme... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862728 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862727&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698121%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: De la Cruz-Sánchez E, Pino-Ortega J The aim of this study is to analyze differences according to sex in physical performance in children before puberty, as well as other health-related variables. Study population was 137 boys and 156 girls (9.99 +/- 0.79 years). We measured weight and height, physical performance using five field tests previously validated in children, habitual physical activity and diet quality. A multinomial logistic regression coefficient was established to calculate odd ratios (OR's) and 95% confidence intervals (CI's), to determine sex differences in performance, weight status, habitual physical activity and diet quality, and a t-test was calculated between active boys and active girls in order to establish differences in performance fitness test takin... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862727 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862726&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698122%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ozdemir ST, Ercan I, Ozkaya G, Cankur NS, Erdal YS Inter-population variation of cranial morphology, which plays an important role in human evolution studies and biological research, can be studied morphologically and metrically. Geometric morphometry compares body forms using specific landmarks determined by anatomical prominences. The aim of this study was to identify cranial shape differences between the crania of Byzantium period humans and modern humans. Variability in cranial shape was examined using the geometric morphometric technique based on landmark coordinates. Landmark coordinate data were collected from two-dimensional digital photogrammetry and were analyzed using generalized Procrustes analysis, hierarchical clustering and thin-plate spline analysis. PMID: ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862726 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862725&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698123%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Hrga I, Mitić B, Alegro A, Dragojlović D, Stjepanović B, Puntarić D The aims of the study were to analyse characteristics of the Castanea airborne pollen and to compare aeropalynological data obtained from two sampling stations in north-west Croatia. The study was conducted in Zagreb and Samobor during the 2003-2006 periods, using the seven-day volumetric samplers of the Hirst design. In both study areas, the seasons of chestnut pollination were similar and lasted from June to the end of July, which is comparable to other European cities. A general rule was noticed--the shorter the main pollen season, the higher the pollen peak concentration. Although the pollen season of Fagales pollen is prolonged to summer in the area of inland west-north Croatia due to the genu... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862725 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862724&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698124%26dopt%3DAbstract This study clearly established the dimensions of problems in HIV/AIDS prevention onto which it should be influenced through regional and local measures and actions. The indexes measured indicate which special initiatives and programs should be focused and set up as priorities in particular regions. The determined differences point to the need for a regional approach to HIV/AIDS prevention in purpose of improving preventive activities according to most common risk behaviors. Even though Croatia is a relatively small country, it has many regional and local features which need to be taken into consideration when developing prevention programs and activities. PMID: 20698124 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862724 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862723&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698125%26dopt%3DAbstract This report also examined the covariations between pairs of anthropometric and synthetic traits (length measurements and LF vs. height; circumference measures and CF vs. weight and BMI; LF vs. CF). Significant genetic correlations among all the studied traits (except for middle finger length vs. height) confirmed the influence of pleiotropy on genetic determination of these phenotypes. Bivariate analysis showed that pleiotropic effects had a great influence in determining body traits variation within body length measurements, as well as between body circumferences and weight or BMI. In relation to the two synthetic traits, even the variation of body lengths and circumferences was highly determined by genetic factors, shared genetic influences were unlikely to explain much of the observed v... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862723 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862722&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698126%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Karlica D, Galetović D, Ivanisević M, Skrabić V, Znaor L, Jurisić D The aim of this study was to evaluate the usefulness of visual evoked potential (VEP) testing in detecting retinal ganglion cell damage in patients with Diabetes Mellitus type I (DMI). VEP arise before diabetic retinopathy signs become ophthalmoscopically detectable. VEP testing was performed in 45 patients divided into three groups; 15 children with recently discovered DMI, 15 children with long-lasting DMI, and 15 healthy children as the control group. A statistically significant difference in VEP P100 wave amplitudes (Z = 4.02, p < 0.001) and latencies (Z = -4.66, p < 0.001) was found between children with established DMI and those with recently discovered DMI. Amplitude values decrease pr... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862722 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862721&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698127%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rapan S, Jovanović S, Gulan G TLIF (transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion) is a method of interbody fusion, which is alternative to other vertebral fusion wherein, with an approach through intervertebral foramen, through lateral segment of intervertebral space, complications occurring with other methods are reduced. Today, there are numerous versions of this method in terms of implants and transplants. At our Department patients with axial pain resistant to conservative treatment of minimum six months underwent TLIF method with unilateral transpendicular fixation with polyaxial screws, CAGE filled with autologous transplant obtained by lamina resection, and posteromedial contralateral fusion. 22 procedures were performed at 22 levels, 10 for relapsing hernia, and 12 for di... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862721 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862720&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698128%26dopt%3DAbstract This study focuses on two important questions concerning the admixture and origin of African Pygmies. Ethnographic observations suggest a sex-biased gene flow between the Bantus and Pygmies, an issue which could be clarified through genetic analyses may shed light. A study of intrapopulational variation of mtDNA and Y-chromosome produces results in accordance with the hypothesized matrimonial behaviour. In fact, while shared mitochondrial haplotypes belonging to the L1c5 (or L1c1a1 clade) sub-haplogroup provides evidence of a Pygmy-to-Bantu female biased gene flow, a male biased gene flow from Bantu to Pygmies is supported by the distribution of the Y-chromosomes bearing M2 mutation. The second part of our study regards the question of the genetic relationships between Western and Eastern ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862720 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862719&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698129%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Cenanović M, Pojskić N, Kovacević L, Dzehverović M, Cakar J, Musemić D, Marjanović D In our previous population study, we have used twelve Y-chromosomal short tandem repeats loci incorporated in the PowerPlex Y System to determine Y-STR diversity in B&H human population. With intent to obtain additional verification of the previously obtained results as well as to establish specific reference for a local B&H population, we have decided to test DNA samples collected from 100 unrelated healthy male Canton Sarajevo residents (from Sarajevo region) for the same twelve Y-linked short tandem repeats loci. Qiagen DNeasy Tissue Kit (Qiagen, GmbH, Hilden, Germany) was used for DNA extraction from buccal swabs and PowerPlex Y System (Promega Corp., Madison, WI)... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862719 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862718&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698130%26dopt%3DAbstract This study is a systematic overview of data on use of wild and semi-wild edible plants in nutrition of people in 1430 days of the siege of Sarajevo during aggression on Bosnia and Herzegovina (1992-1995). The author of this study spent all that time in Sarajevo. In 1993, the author prepared a survival program for people that included usage of edible wild plants. In addition, he conducted a detailed survey, including special interviews, on 630 people of average age 37.4 years (55% residential inhabitants, the rest were refuges), 310 males and the rest were females. According to survey, 91 species of mostly wild plants and three species of fungus were used: Küchneromyces mutabilis, Armillariella mellea and Coprinus comatus. Wild vegetables included 49 species, spices 24, wild fruits 16, a... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862718 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862717&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698131%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Nesek-Adam V, Rasić Z, Vnuk D, Schwarz D, Rasić D, Crvenković D Experimental studies indicate that oxidative stress during and after laparoscopic surgery may cause liver ischemia-reperfusion injury. The aim of the study was to assess the effect of ischemic preconditioning against liver damage during pneumoperitoneum on oxidative stress. Twenty one New Zealand rabbits were divided into three groups of seven animals. Control group (C) rabbits received anesthesia for 60 min alone; 15 mm Hg intra-abdominal pressure with CO2 for 60 min was used in the pneumoperitoneum group animals (PNP); and 15-min insufflation and 10-min desuflation followed by 60-min pneumoperitoneum were used in the ischemic preconditioning group animals (IP). Venous blood samples were obtained at diff... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862717 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862716&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698132%26dopt%3DAbstract The objective of this research was to evaluate diet quality in elderly nursing home residents and to point out the critical dietary components. The participants (277 females and 62 males) were recruited from all elderly nursing homes in Zagreb and each of elderly nursing homes was equally represented in this study. The age of subjects was ranging from 61 to 93 years; most of the females (53.4%) and males (53.2%) were between 70 and 80 years old. The dietary data from the multi pass 24-hour recall were used to compute the Diet Quality Index Revised (DQI-R). DQI-R is an instrument that provides a summary assessment of a diet's overall healthfulness and is based on ten different aspects, including recommendations for both nutrient and food types. Pearson correlation analysis was used to compa... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862716 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862715&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698133%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Svilicić N Through advancing new technology, perspective of museum institution and museum profession is changed. The content analysis and analyze of used terminology by online users will show us which term is the most used between frequently used terms such are: online, electronic, Web, Internet, digital, virtual and cyber museums. This scientific paper suggests that online users don't differ mentioned terms while they search for museums on Web. Using the appropriate 'prefix" in order to better describe the typology of a museum on the Web is the first step in designing the future of the museums and certainly encourages serious approach in to the study of the new museum "entities". PMID: 20698133 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862715 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862714&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698134%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study is demonstrated our experience in single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy (SILS), compared to standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy. There were 48 single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomies (SILS) performed during one-year period (A group) and results have been compared with a group of 50 patients who underwent standard laparoscopic cholecystectomy (B group). Outcome measures included operative time, need for conversion, complications, additional analgesia for pain control after procedure, hospital stay and cosmetic outcome. The mean operative time was 46 +/- 3.5 min in A group, and 43 +/- 4 min in B patients group. Early postoperative complications were not detected. The mean hospitalization period was 2 days in both groups. Our experience suggests that SILS cholecy... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862714 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862713&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698135%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Marjanović K, Dovhanj J, Kljaić K, Sakić K, Kondza G, Tadzić R, Vcev A Oxidative stress occurs in inflammation of gastric mucosa. The role of zinc in modulating oxidative stress has recently been recognized. Zn deficiency results in an increased sensitivity to oxidative stress and have a higher risk of musoca damage in inflammation. The aim of this study was to determine wheather chronic inflammation affects on the concentration of Zn2+ ions in gastric mucosa of patients with chronic gastritis. Forthy-three patients with chronic gastitis were enrolled. Patients were endoscoped. Histology and scoring of gastritis was performed following the guidelines of the updated Sydney system. Endoscopic finding of mucosa were scored according to a Lanza scoring system. The diag... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862713 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862713 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862712&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698136%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Besser-Silconi Z, Lozić AA, Misljenović N Breast cancer is the most frequent malignant tumour and leading cause of death in women aged 35 to 64 years in Istria County. The minimal invasive carcinoma and in situ carcinoma have a better prognosis so we try to find them during preventive exams. The aim of this study was to identify minimal breast cancers in fine needle aspiration biopsies of breast lesions made in Pula General Hospital between the years 2006 and 2008. There were 39 tumours with a maximal diameter of less than 10 mm in 1316 biopsies and 251 cytologically diagnosed breast cancers. In most cases, they were solitary, well differentiated neoplasms (48.7%). They were diagnosed in women aged 39 to 89 years and most frequently found in women aged 60 to 69 years. Th... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862712 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862711&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698137%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lozić AA, Silconi ZB, Misljenović N Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type of lung cancer (about 80% of all lung cancers). It grows and spreads more slowly than small cell lung cancer, but still, when the primary tumour treatment starts, about 60% of patients with cancer already have some kind of malignant cell spreading. Metastases to hand bones and skeletal muscles are very rare (metastatic hand lesions represent 0.1% of all osseous metastases while metastases to muscles represent from 0.8 to 16% incidence in autopsy series); in case of metastases in such sites it can be usually expected to find metastases disseminated all over the body. Fine needle aspiration cytology has an important role to give accurate diagnosis or at least diagnosis of suspicion and t... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862711 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862711 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862710&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698138%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, Pap test was positive in 3.77% (n = 2). National screening programme should be focused on the participation of all personally invited women, especially younger age groups and under-screened women. Well designed information campaign should be implemented in national screening programme. PMID: 20698138 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862710 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862710 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862709&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698139%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Carzavec D, Gaćina P, Vasilj A, Katović SK The association between aplastic crisis and human parvovirus (HPV) B19 infection has been described in patients with hereditary spherocytosis (HS). Most cases of aplastic crisis in patients with HS induced by HPV B19 have been reported in children and adolescents. In this paper, we describe an aplastic crisis induced by HPV B19 in the 34 year old female as an initial presentation of HS. Although other viral illnesses cause some decompensation in HS, the anemia is rarely as profound as seen in acute HPV B19 infections. PMID: 20698139 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862709 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862709 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862708&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698140%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a first described case of PVAN in patient after SPKT in Croatia. Patient is a 32 years old Caucasian male with type 1 diabetes mellitus and end stage renal failure, diagnosed for PVAN 6 month after SPKT. Patient was treated with reduced immunosuppressive regimen. At 32 month follow up, patient has preserved kidney and pancreas function with estimated glomerular filtration (eGFR) rate of 91 mL/min and no signs of PVAN on his 2 year protocol kidney biopsy. PMID: 20698140 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862708 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862707&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698141%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of a complete, ectopic blind-ending ureteral duplication in a 26-year-old man who presented with the symptoms of an acute urinary tract infection for the first time. Since anamnestic data and clinical examination indicated a complicated urinary infection he was referred for further examination. On the left side, the imaging studies revealed a normal ureter draining the lower pole of the kidney and a blind-ending ureter with ectopia in the seminal vesicle. The patient recovered completely following surgical removal of the blind-ending ureter. PMID: 20698141 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862707 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862707 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862706&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698142%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of a 6-week-old boy who presented with a fever, diffuse rash, disseminated intravascular coagulation, hypofibrinogenemia, hypertrigliceridemia, hepatosplenomegaly, leukocytosis with 90% of lymphocytes, granulocytopenia, anemia, trombocytopenia, hyperferritinemia and pathological findings in cerebrospinal fluid. The patient had decreased frequency of NK cells and low NK cell activity in peripheral blood. Bone marrow aspiration analysis showed degenerative changes of histocyte cells, with preserved cytophages (lymphophages and erythrophages) consistent with hematophagocytic syndrome. Given that the molecular diagnosis of the known mutations in genes PRF1 and UNC13D showed a mutation in UNC13D, the diagnosis of familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis subtype 3 was establi... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862706 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862706 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862705&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698143%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, in cases of bone marrow infiltration with primitive, immature cells, RMS should be considered as differential diagnostic possibility. Adjuvant technologies (cytochemistry, immunocytochemistry, cytogenetic analysis, flow cytometry, and molecular analysis) can be very helpful in diagnostic work-up, and may lead to definitive diagnosis in some cases. PMID: 20698143 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862705 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862705 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862704&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698144%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jelić-Puskarić B, Ostojić-Kolonić S, Planinc-Peraica A, Obad-Kovacević D, Kardum-Skelin I, Jaksić B Myeloid sarcoma is a tumor mass with extramedullary growth pattern, composed of myeloblasts or immature myeloid cells. The development of myeloid sarcoma may precede or concur with acute or chronic myeloid leukemia (AML or CML) or other myeloproliferative diseases or myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Isolated myeloid sarcoma of the breast is very rare. A case is presented of a 25-year-old, previously healthy woman that presented to our department for a palpable node, 5 x 2 cm in size, in the upper medial quadrant of her left breast. Fine needle aspiration (FNA) produced a sample consisting of medium sized blasts. Additional work-up revealed anemia, thrombocytope... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862704 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862704 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862703&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698145%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a patient with angiosarcoma which developed 12 years of the diagnosis of breast carcinoma and 8 years of the operative procedure and radiotherapy for disease recurrence. A small angiomatous lesion of a few mm in size, cytologically suspect of vascular tumor (hemangioma or hemangiopericytoma) and histopathologically verified to be an atypical vascular lesion, was detected two years before breast enlargement and cytologic and histologic diagnosis of angiosarcoma. The patient died 15 months of the diagnosis of angiosarcoma, after two tumor recurrences and intrathoracic cavity invasion. PMID: 20698145 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862703 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862703 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862702&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698146%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of 49-year old woman with vulvar symptoms of pruritus, who had liver and kidney transplantation two years ago. During the standard gynecological examination the vulvar smear was taken for cytological evaluation. The smear was scanty, with inflammatory background, overloaded with squamae. There were two types of cells: dysplastic squamous cells from lower layer of the epithelium and the single, anaplastic cells with a high nuclear:cytoplasmic ratio who possessed eccentric, large nucleus. Nucleoli were rare. Cytoplasm varied from pale and delicate to densely basophilic. Accordingly, cytological diagnosis vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN III) with differential diagnosis of vulvar Paget's disease was made. The pathological verification supported the diagnosis of MP and a... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862702 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862701&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698147%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Katović SK, Vasilj A, Maricević I, Carzavec D, Jurić SC The coexistence of chronic lymphocytic (CLL) and chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) in the same patient has only been reported occasionally. Most of these cases represent the patients who developed CLL during the course of CML. Reviewing the literature, only a few cases of simultaneous occurrence of CLL and CML were found. Here we represent a previously healthy 50-year old man in whom the diagnosis of CLL and CML was established by FNAB of the bone marrow. The diagnosis was then confirmed by histopathology, immunophenotypization of the peripheral blood and by a cytogenetic study of the bone marrow. Four years after the diagnosis the patient is well, with leucocytosis of 40 x 10(9)/L, and lymphocytosis of 93%. PMI... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862701 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862700&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698148%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a patient with acute basophilic leukaemia with 47, XXY karyotype in both the tumour and constitutional cells. Acute basophilic leukaemia is very rare disease comprising less than 1% of all acute myeloid leukaemias. Morphological characteristic of leukaemic blast cells is moderately basophilic cytoplasm containing a variable number of coarse basophilic granules. The most characteristic cytochemical reaction is metachromatic positivity with toluidine blue. Blast are myeloperoxidase negative. Also leukemic blasts express myeloid and monocyte markers. There is no consistent chromosomal abnormality identified in this leukaemia. This is the first reported case of acute basophilic leukaemia in patient with Klinefelter syndrome. In this article the medical history of the patient is given... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862700 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862700 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862699&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698149%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of septic arthritis in a 56-year old male patient due to Streptococcus viridans which is member of the viridans group streptococci. Patient was admitted to Our Hospital presented as fever of unknown origin, losing more than 30 kg of body weight during couple of months, and anemia of chronic disease as paraneoplastic process. He had long history of arterial hypertension and stroke. There was swelling and pain of the right sternoclavicular joint and precordial systolic murmur in physical status. A large diagnostic panel has been made, computerized tomography (CT) of right sternoclavicular joint showed widening of periarticular soft tissue and loss of clavicular corticalis. Cytologic analysis of synovial fluid showed more than 90% of polymorphonuclear leukocytes. There were ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862699 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862699 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862698&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698150%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Misić M, Vidas Z, Skegro D, Kocman B, Jelić-Puskarić B, Kardum-Skelin I A 49-year-old woman presented for hirsutism, deep voice and hypertension. Ultrasonography (US) revealed a solitary tumor mass, eight cm in size, of the right adrenal gland. Laboratory tests showed it to be a hormonally active, androgen secreting tumor (elevated testosterone level), which was consistent with the clinical picture of the disease. After histopathological analysis tumor was signed out as adrenocortical carcinoma, a low risk carcinoma according to Weiss' classification. One year later on regular follow up, US revealed a suspicious growth measuring 65 x 43 mm in the projection of the lower pole of the right kidney. The finding was verified by computerized tomography and the patient was r... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862698 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862698 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862697&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698151%26dopt%3DAbstract We described cytomorphologic features of cutaneous nodule that might be a lead to the cytologic diagnosis of hidradenoma, but primary or secondary malignant tumour has been ruled out first. PMID: 20698151 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862697 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862697 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862696&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698152%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of T-ALL with atypical cytological presentation which showed lymphoblasts with homogenous nuclear pattern, larger amounts of cytoplasm with vacuoles and prominent nucleoli. A 56-year-old male was hospitalized due to high fever and kidney infection. Further examination confirmed anemia, thrombocytopenia, normal level of white blood cells and high level of lactat-dehydrogenase (LDH). Bone marrow aspiration revealed 87% and peripheral blood 41% of lymphoblasts with cytoplasmic vacuoles which suggested Burkitt lymphoma (BL) morphology. Patient's karyotype showed no chromosomal aberations. Identification of immunophenotype discovered cells which were CD2 and CD3 positive and CD20 negative with focal acid phosphatase activity in 67% of blasts. This excluded Burkitt lymphoma and ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862696 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862696 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862695&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698153%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of a 19-month year old boy with SPTCL diagnosed and successfully treated in our institution. Disease first presented with symptoms of high fever and painful erythematous nodule located below the umbilicus. Later on the infiltrates appeared on the face, legs, arms and the back of the body. As the most decisive in obtaining the diagnosis, skin biopsy showed atypical, small to medium-sized lymphatic cells infiltrating the deeper dermal layers as well as the subcutaneous adipous tissue surrounding the adipocytes. Immunohystochemical analysis showed neoplastic lymphocytes positive for CD2, CD3, CD5, CD7, CD8, Tia-1, granzyme B and perforine, and negative for CD20, CD34, TDT and CD56. No infiltration of blood vessels or epidermis was evident. Specific T-cell lymphomas protocol ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862695 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862695 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862694&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698154%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Roganović J Ganglioneuromas are rare, benign, slow-growing tumors originating from sympathetic ganglion cells. The most common locations are the posterior mediastinum and retroperitoneum. Pelvic ganglioneuroma is very rare. The case of a 12-year-old girl with presacral ganglioneuroma is reported. The importance of considering a confident preoperative diagnosis by fine-needle aspiration biopsy is stressed. PMID: 20698154 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862694 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862693&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698155%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a 63 year-old man with a small nodule on the neck with 5 years of duration. The diagnosis was made initially on fine needle aspiration cytology that was performed by ultrasound guidance and confirmed subsequently by histology. FNA cytology may be very useful to determine diagnosis before excision. PMID: 20698155 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862693 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862692&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698156%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ostović KT, Haris V, Miletić Z, Lambasa S, Lajtman Z, Stoos-Veić T Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is uncommon cutaneous malignant neuroendocrine tumour of the elderly people with rapidly growing skin nodules found frequently on sun-exposed areas of the body. MCC is often an aggressive tumour with high tendency for local recurrence, lymph node involvement and distant metastases. This paper reports a case of metastatic MCC diagnosed by fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC), flow cytometric deoxiribonucleated acid (DNA) analysis, pathohistology and electron microscopy. The cytological features in aspirate (stained with Papenheim and Papanicolaou staining) included increased cellularity, discohesive groups of small-to-medium size malignant cells with uniform, round-to-oval ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862692 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862692 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862691&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698157%26dopt%3DAbstract In conclusion, the use of DKT ie. donors by the expanded-criteria will continue to increase, and further studies of the results will, with no doubt, support this method. PMID: 20698157 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862691 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862690&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698158%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of synchronous bilateral breast cancer with ductal and medullary carcinoma. A 60-year-old woman presented with lesion in both breasts which were mammographically found two years ago. Ultrasonography proved two suspected masses in breasts. Fine needle cytology was performed and confirmed bilateral carcinoma but with different cytological findings. The cytological feature of the left breast suggested ductal carcinoma and of the right breast raised possibility of a medullary carcinoma. Patient underwent bilateral quadrectomy with evacuation of axillary lymph nodes. Histological examination showed bilateral carcinoma with two different histological features: ductal in the left and medullary carcinoma in the right breast. PMID: 20698158 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Colleg... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862690 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862690 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862689&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698159%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vrbanus L, Sucić M, Marković-Glamocak M, Ries S, Gjadrov-Kuvezdić K, Fabijanić I, Antulov J, Petrik J, Labar B Transformation of leukemic cells is associated with delay in maturation and in apoptosis, and to altered responsiveness to growth factors. However, some studies have revealed that Fas (CD95/APO1) which mediates apoptotic signal and decrease of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 are frequently observed in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) M4/M5 leukemic cells. The aim of the study was to compare cytomorphology and cytochemistry of bone marrow (BM) apoptotic leukemic cells to preserved peripheral blood (PB) leukemic cells in our patient, a 76-year-old man with AML-M5b treated at Zagreb University Hospital Center. BM and PB of the AL patient were analyzed after Pappenheim and c... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862689 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862688&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698160%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a patient who presented with leg weakness and cervical lymphadenopathy. Thoracical magnetic resonance imaging showed an inhomogenously increased signal in the thickened portion of the cord. Multilevel laminectomy and spinal cord biopsy revealed granulomatous infiltrations with necrosis. Review of the histopathological finding established the diagnosis of necrotising sarcoid granulomatosis (NSG) of the spinal medulla, cytological FNA diagnosis of the neck lymph node was granulomatous inflammation with necrosis, but histopathological analysis of the same neck lymph node disclosed granulomatous inflammation without necrosis. On further radiographic chest evaluation mediastinal lymphadenopathy was found. Immunophenotyping of lymphocytes in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF) was indi... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862688 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862688 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862687&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698161%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of 83-year old woman with rectal metastesis from ILC seven years after surgery of primary tumor. PMID: 20698161 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862687 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862687 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862686&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698162%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe a case of fat embolism syndrome in a young man after high energy injury. Upon concrete ceiling fell on his shoulders he had open fractures of both tibias and massive haematoma of the left hip joint. Transport immobilization of both legs was performed with admitting of analgesia during transportation to the hospital. Immediately after admission to hospital he underwent surgery. Several hours after osteosynthesis of both tibias, in ICU patient became hemodinamically and respiratory unstable. He developed global cyanosis and metabolic acidosis with significant decrease of oxygen pressure in the blood. Control chest radiograph showed typical "snow-storm" like pulmonary infiltrations. Deep bradicardy occurred followed by cardiopulmonary arrest. CPR was unsuccessful and the patient s... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862686 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862686 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862685&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698163%26dopt%3DAbstract We present the case of a 66-year-old male patient with bilateral laryngomucoceles and laryngeal squamos cell carcinoma. A systematic hystological examination of whole organ sections showed that the submucosal spreading of cancer around the saccular necks on both sides caused stenosis which probably created a one-way valve mechanism allowing air to enter the saccule but not to exit. Progression of the tumor completely obstructed the laryngeal opening, leading to glandular secretion stagnation and formation of laryngomucoceles. PMID: 20698163 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862685 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862685 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862684&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698164%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Grce M, Matovina M, Milutin-Gasperov N, Sabol I The knowledge that the persistent infection with high-risk (HR) human papillomavirus (HPV) is the etiological factor in the development of cervical cancer has led to the development of the HPV DNA detection methods as well as the prophylactic vaccine against the most common HR-HPV types, HPV 16 and 18. Despite HPV vaccination, cervical cancer screening will remain the main preventive measure for both vaccinated and non-vaccinated women, but the nature of screening and management of women with cervical disease is being adapted to the new technologies. Although, HPV DNA detection is more sensitive that cytology, its specificity is lower, since most HPV infections are transient. Therefore, other methods are considered to improve the... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862684 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862683&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698165%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Znidarcić Z, Jeren T, Kaić G, Kardum-Skelin I, Knezević-Obad A, Smojver-Jezek S, Vince A Clinical cytology is a diagnostic branch of medicine, best known by the Papa test in gynaecology. But, cytology can be applied in almost all fields of clinical medicine. Its advantages--high accuracy, simplicity, with little or no aggressiveness and low cost--are not used as widely as they could be. Medical practice, as well as medical research, and also medical education, are nowadays often directed at profitable use and not at the real benefit of the patient. Primary practitioners do not have enough chance to get acquainted with clinical cytology as a whole although they need true information, based on the cost-effectiveness and patient-benefit. A panel discussion on this subjec... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862683 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862682&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698166%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kocjan G Fine needle aspiration (FNA) cytology, together with imaging, has become a primary diagnostic modality for investigation of pancreatic mass lesions, both cystic and solid. Advances in imaging techniques have enhanced our ability to recognize and delineate pancreatic masses and to detect them earlier as smaller mass lesions. However, definitive management often cannot be based on clinical and radiological features alone. Despite the advances in the imaging techniques, management options for patients are limited and a malignant diagnosis of solid lesions still carries a high mortality rate. The importance of a cytopathologist in preoperative diagnosis, as a member of the multidisciplinary team, is exemplified in the management of patients with neoplastic cysts. This is ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862682 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862681&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698167%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pavić T, Hrabar D, Duvnjak M A subepithelial mass is a common finding during endoscopic procedures. Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is an important diagnostic modality in the evaluation of subepithelial lesions of the gastrointestinal tract. EUS is the diagnostic test of choice to assess the size, margins, the layer of origin, echotexture, and to differentiate between an intramural and extramural lesion. However, the EUS imaging lacks the specificity. EUS-guided fine needle aspiration (EUS-FNA) or core biopsy can help establish a tissue diagnosis and potentially characterize malignant risk. The aim of this article is to review the diagnosis and management of the most common subepithelial gastric lesions with an emphasis on the role of endoscopic ultrasound. PMID: 20698167 [... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862681 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862680&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698168%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stambuk S, Sundov D, Kuret S, Beljan R, Andelinović S Based upon an individual's molecular make-up, personalized molecular medicine provides information regarding the origin of disease, its treatment and progression, while personalized molecular pharmacology advises on drug prescription and patient response to it, thus ensuring drug effectiveness and preventing drug toxicity or lack of response. Interindividual differences in drug responses are mostly due to structural variation in parts of genome, e.g. in genes participating in drug metabolism, transport or targeting. However, a wide variety of diseases and accompanying health conditions, including patient's therapy or drug response, also have epigenetic or epigenomic etiology. High priority for personalized oncologic rese... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862680 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862679&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698169%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dodig-Curković K, Curković M, Radić J, Degmecić D, Fileković P In last decade suicide attempts and suicides among youngsters are increasing greatly and are one of the leading causes of mortality in this age group. Epidemiological data are pointing on more frequent trend of self-destructive behavior among youngsters in the world as well as in our country. Risk factors which influence on increasing number of suicide attempts and suicides in this age are different in etiology: interference of genetic influences, family dynamics and external environment (school, friends, social environment, peers, television, video, and internet). Croatia as a country in transition is also following trends in the world according to epidemiological data, what is for sure great challe... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862679 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862679 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3862678&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20698170%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vidas Z Toll-like receptors are key players in initiation of innate immune response of the host. In addition to innate immunity they can also induce adaptive immune responses. The concept that inflammation can promote chronic prostatic diseases, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia or prostate carcinoma is supported by several new findings. Epidemiological data have correlated prostatitis with an increased risk of prostate cancer, while PCR-based analyses of bacterial colonization in prostate cancer specimens and normal prostate tissue showed high correlation of bacterial colonization and chronic inflammation with a diagnosis of prostate carcinoma. Even evidence from genetic studies support the hypothesis that prostate inflammation may be a cause of prostate cancer. From these... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3862678 Mon, 31 May 2010 23:00:00 +0100 3862678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530448&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432727%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study we have compared follow-up cytology results in patient groups treated by LLETZ (Large Loop Excision of the Transformation Zone), Cold Knife Conization (CKC) and Semm's cold coagulation (Electrocoagulation, ECG) according to CIN on target biopsy specimen, and definite therapeutic approach according to patient age, parity and lesion grading. The aim was to evaluate therapeutic success in all three patient groups on the basis of control cytology findings. Normal cytology findings after treatment were recorded in 43 women in LLETZ group (88%), 22 women in CKC group (73%) and in 22 women from the Semm's cold coagulation group (73%). The importance of the use of diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines and regular follow up is emphasized, bearing in mind primarily the young female pop... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530448 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530448 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530447&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432728%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Juric D, Mahovlić V, Rajhvajn S, Ovanin-Rakić A, Skopljanac-Macina L, Barisić A, Projić IS, Babić D, Susa M, Corusić A, Oresković S Liquid-based cytology (LBC) enables the use of supplementary methods in the diagnosis and prognosis of cervical lesions. The aim of this study was to analyze the correlation between p16-INK4a immunoexpression in ThinPrep cervical cytologic samples and human papillomavirus (HPV) detection by polymerase chain reaction (PCR) from the same sample. LBC-ThinPrep (Cytyc, USA) cervical cytology samples, prepared and stained by Papanicolaou method, were analyzed using modified Bethesda cytologic classification named "Zagreb 2002". A second ThinPrep slide, prepared from the same sample, was immunostained for p16INK4a using CINtec p16INK... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530447 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530447 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530446&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432729%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Knezević-Obad A, Tomić-Brzac H, Zarković K, Dodig D, Stromar IK The aim of this study is to establish possibilities of using cytology in the diagnosis of parathyroid gland adenoma. 475 patients, all suspected to have parathyroid gland disease, were examined over a three-year period (from 1 of January 2006 to 31 of December 2008) in the Clinical Department of Nuclear Medicine and Radiation Protection, University Hospital Center Zagreb, Croatia. Ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy (UG-FNAB) of suspected occurrences determined by ultrasound was done. Samples obtained by UG-FNAB were air-dried and stained using the May-Grünwald-Giemsa (MGG) staining procedure. PTH levels were determined in all punctate and sera obtained on the day of UG-FNAB. Samples adequa... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530446 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530446 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530445&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432730%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bolanca IK, Sentija K, Simon SK, Kukura V, Vranes J The aim of this study was to investigate whether is possible to predict clinical outcome of cervical lesion by immunoassaying performed on cervical smears. During the two year study period the cervical smears of 81 patients were collected. All patients were tested for human papillomavirus (HPV) infections using Amplycor HPV test. Sixty-six of them were tested as positive for high risk types (hrHPV) and squamous intraepithelial lesion, and in those patients repeated cervical smears were taken every six months. The rest were hrHPV negative patients with normal smears which were used as a negative control in immunoassays with HPV L1 and p16INK4a antibodies. The results of p16INK4a staining in 66 hrHPV positive patients showed im... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530445 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530444&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432731%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kukura V, Krivak-Bolanca I, Sentija K, Katalenić-Simon S The purpose of the study is to present technique of punction and conservative treatment of cystic ovarian lesions. The following criteria were included: 1) Cyst should be unilocular, sonolucent, with a smooth inner wall of capsule, without septa and without neovasculariation on transvaginal color and power Doppler. 2) Serum CA-125 levels must be lower than 35 U/mL. The capsule of the cyst was punctured with a 18 gauge needle under the control of 5 MHz transvaginal probe. Cyst fluid was sent for cytologic examination. After complete emptying of the cyst, we injected sterile 95% ethanol in the 50-75% of the evacuated liquor amount. The alcohol remain in the cyst from 5 to 20 minutes and was then aspirated completely. We... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530444 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530443&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432732%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Trcić RL, Skelin IK, Sustercić D, Planinc-Peraica A, Ajduković R, Haris V, Kusec R, Begović D Great studies of multiple myeloma (MM) strongly suggested that specific chromosomal changes are of prognostic significance in patients with MM1. We have performed cytogenetic analysis and recently fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) on 43 cases of MM. Clonal chromosomal changes were present in 24 (56%) cases. Hyperdiploid karyotype was found in 12 (50%) cases, hypodiploid in 8 (33%) cases, and 4 (17%) cases had a pseudodiploid karyotype. The most common numerical abnormalities were gains of whole chromosomes 15, 11, 3 and 6. Whole chromosome losses were also frequent involving chromosomes X, 13, 14, and 8. Most cases showed also structural rearrangements 71% (n = 17):... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530443 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530442&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432733%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Matesa N, Samija I, Kusić Z We investigated if the use of two tumor markers, galectin-3 and CD44v6, could improve diagnostic accuracy of thyroid fine needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) in cytologically indeterminate lesions (CIL). 351 patients with CIL [cellular follicular lesion/suspicious follicular neoplasm/suspicious Hürthle cell neoplasm (CFL/sFN/sHCN), Hürthle cell neoplasm (HCN), and follicular neoplasm (FN)] and surgical follow-up were investigated. 251 patients had FNAB diagnoses made without help of tumor markers and the rest of 100 patients had FNAB diagnoses made with a known expression of tumor markers determined by the reverse transcription (RT)-PCR. Risk of malignancy in all 351 patients with CIL was 6.8%. In the group with FNAB made without RT-PCR, there ... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530442 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530441&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432734%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Matulić M, Paradzik M, Puskarić BJ, Stipić J, Antica M Transcription factors from the Ikaros family are involved in lymphocyte differentiation and have a critical role at specific check points of the haemopoietic pathway. However, how developmentally regulated changes are reflected in gene expression programs of lymphocyte differentiation is not well understood. It has been suggested that disregulation of transcription factors from the Ikaros family is associated with the development of different human leukemias. In this work we analyzed the state of Ikaros family members in different leukemic cells with the aim to explore the transcriptional control of human hematopoietic lineages and shed some new light on our understanding of transcription factor significance in hu... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530441 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530440&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432735%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Mihovilović K, Kardum-Skelin I, Ljubanović D, Sabljar-Matovinović M, Vidas Z, Knotek M Renal biopsy is a gold standard for establishing diagnosis of acute rejection of the renal allograft. However, being invasive, renal biopsy has potential significant complications and contraindications. Therefore, possibility to noninvasively diagnose acute rejection would improve follow-up of kidney transplant patients. The purpose of this study was to evaluate urine immunocytology for T cells as a method for noninvasive identification of patients with acute renal allograft rejection in comparison to renal biopsy. In this prospective study a cohort of 56 kidney, or kidney-pancreas transplant recipients was included. Patients either received their transplant at the University Hospit... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530440 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530439&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432736%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kolonić SO, Prasek-Kudrna K, Roso V, Radić-Kristo D, Planinc-Peraica A, Dzebro S, Kardum-Skelin I, Jaksić B The aim of the study was to determine the value and limitations of cytology in diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) and anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) as well as differentiation between these two entities. We analysed the FNA cytodiagnoses and histopathological reports, as well as treatment and survival in 89 newly diagnosed consecutive patients with these lymphomas treated in our clinical department. These patients (40 male, 49 female; age range 16-93 years; 44 in clinical stages I-II; 38 with B symptoms) were diagnosed and treated during a period of 64 months (1.1. 2004-1.5.2009). The FNA cytodiagnoses were available in 86 patients and the pathohistolog... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530439 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530438&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432737%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pajtler M, Milicić-Juhas V, Milojković M, Topolovec Z, Curzik D, Mihaljević I The aim of this retrospective study was to answer the following questions: 1) is HPV DNA test for high-risk types able to predict lesion behaviour in women with cytological abnormalities lower than CIN3 (ASC-US, CIN1 and CIN2); 2) how to predict the histological diagnosis CIN3, and 3) is its use in diagnostic management in these patients justified or not? The study included 345 women (11 ASC-US, 312 CIN1 and 22 CIN2) that underwent conventional diagnostic management (repeat cytology and colposcopy with or without histology) and HPV testing for high-risk HPV types by PCR method. The value of HPVDNA test in predicting lesion regression/persistence was assessed in 275 subjects without histology... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530438 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530437&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432738%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pauzar B, Staklenac B, Loncar B US-guided fine needle aspiration cytology is currently the best diagnostic tool for thyroid nodules. The aim of this research was to make a detailed and objective determination of the morphological characteristics of cells in cytological smears in an attempt to distinguish benign from malignant follicular tumors. The research included 62 patients with cytologically diagnosed follicular or oncocytic tumors, and 15 patients with nodular hyperplasia. Echographic findings were divided into three groups: isoechogenic, hypoechogenic and hyperechogenic nodules. We analyzed the cellularity of the smear, cohesion between follicular cells, acinar formations, bare nuclei, characteristics of the nucleus and the cytoplasm, and the presence of colloid. The st... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530437 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530436&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432739%26dopt%3DAbstract We present 6 cases of PM, correctly diagnosed preoperatively by FNA. Clinical, cytomorphologic and basic morphometric features were analyzed, and compared with 4 cases of malignant tumors with similar clinical presentation. Morphometric data (longest nuclear diameter) did not prove to be helpful, while basophilic cytoplasmatic protrusions, observed in all 6 analyzed cases, could be useful additional cytomorphologic feature of PM. We concluded that cytomorphologic characteristics of PM are reliable enough for correct preoperative diagnosis in adequate specimens, however the best results are achieved when FNA is performed by an experienced cytologist, and when all relevant clinical data are obtained. PMID: 20432739 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Collegium Antropologicum) Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530436 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530435&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432740%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Smojver-Jezek S, Peros-Golubicić T, Tekavec-Trkanjec J, Alilović M, Vrabec-Branica B, Juros Z, Mazuranić I Lymphocytic alveolitis is a characteristic of diverse interstitial lung diseases (ILD-s), but macrophages are often more numerous cell population in bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (BALF). Aim of this study is to analyze morphometric characteristics of macrophages nuclei in BALF in patients with ILD-s and to detect possible differences allowing distinguishing sarcoidosis from other lymphocytic alveolitis ILD-s. Thirty-one patient with interstitial lung disease who had lymphocytic alveolitis in BALF cell count (17 sarcoidosis and 14 other ILD-s) and nine controls were included in the study. The following patients data were numbered: age, lymphocyte percentage and CD4... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530435 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530434&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432741%26dopt%3DAbstract This study is a retrospective chart review of patients with suspicion of lymphoma processed at University Hospital Dubrava in Zagreb. After analysis 50 patients fulfilled inclusion criteria for this study (FNAC diagnosis with or without FC and consecutive confirmatory pathohistological diagnosis). When analyzing accuracy of FNAC according to suspicion of lymphoma or NHL and differential diagnosis lymphoma sensitivity was 97.7%, specificity 85.7% and the diagnostic accuracy was 96%. When analyzing accuracy of FNAC according to the subclassification of lymphoma, sensitivity was 74.4%, specificity 85.7% and the diagnostic accuracy 76%. Combined FNAC and FC improved sensitivity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value and diagnostic accuracy. Sensitivity was 79.1% and the diagnost... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530434 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530433&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432742%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stoos-Veić T, Bilić B, Kaić G, Ostović KT, Babić Z, Kujundzić M Differentiation between benign and malignant biliary strictures is critical to the provision of adequate treatment. Brush cytology during the endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is the most commonly used method for obtaining tissue confirmation of the nature of biliary strictures. It's specificity is remarkably high but reported sensitivities for the diagnosis of malignancy are low. Aim of our study was to assess sensitivity and specificity of biliary brush cytology in our institution, to find out main causes of false negative diagnoses and to confirm impression that the team approach has impact on sensitivity. Gold standard for diagnosis was definitive surgical histology or ade... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530433 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530433 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530432&cid=s_38108_54_f&fid=38108&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20432743%26dopt%3DAbstract This study included 115 synovial fluids obtained by fine needle aspiration (FNA) of the swollen knee from the patients in the period between 2003 and 2008. At our department the urgent cytological examination of the synovial fluids consisted of macroscopic analysis that includes volume, colour, clarity, viscosity and mucin clot test, native microscopic analysis for crystals and tissue fragments, counting the total nucleated cell count and semiquantitative microscopic analysis for neutrophil granulocyte percentage on the slides stained with Hemacolor rapid staining. All cytological analyses were done within one hour since FNA. According to our results the clarity, viscosity, mucin clot test, the total nucleated cell count and the neutrophil granulocyte percentage enabled distinction between... Collegium Antropologicum journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3530432 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3530432