Journal of Emergency Medicine, Trauma and Acute Care - 5 - The 12th international scientific conference of Al-Nahrain University, November 2024

Background: Pancreatoduodenectomy (PD) is a surgical procedure used to treat diseases of the pancreatic Head, the distal common bile duct (CBD), and the duodenum, as well as trauma to the head of the pancreas. Once the pancreatic head and the duodenum are resected, the surgeon needs to reconnect the stomach, the biliary tract, and the pancreatic stump. The technique for reconstructing the biliary tr Read More

Background: MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is a global health problem. Many people are looking for new ways to combat MRSA, for example by using bacteriophages (phages). It has been extremely challenging to isolate a sufficient quantity of lytic anti-MRSA phages. Therefore, new techniques for separating, refining, and reworking anti-MRSA phages were sought in this study. Methods: O Read More

Background: A global health concern is methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The use of bacteriophages is one of the many novel control strategies against MRSA that are frequently sought. However, it is quite challenging to isolate enough lytic anti-MRSA phages. In order to extract, optimize, and remodel anti-MRSA phages, this study sought novel approaches. Methods: Two ATCC MRSA strains a Read More

Background: Penetrating neck injuries (PNI) pose significant clinical challenges due to the involvement of vital structures. Timely management is crucial for favorable outcomes. Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the occurrence, etiological factors, intervention, and outcomes of PNI in patients treated at a tertiary center in Iraq. Methods: A retrospective and prospective study spanning three yea Read More

Background: The enzyme protease accounts for approximately two-thirds to one-third of all enzymes used in different industries. Protease is produced in large quantities as a crude enzyme for food industries. Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of UV radiation on the protease produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Methods: Of a total of 149 samples collected from various clinical Read More

Background: Obesity is a multifactorial metabolic disorder characterized by the accumulation of excess energy in adipose tissue. The risk of this disorder lies in genetic problems, intake problems, psychological disorders, lack of exercise, eating habits, and medical conditions. Weight loss attempts involving dietary changes, behavioral modifications, and exercise have been of limited benefit to most affected indivi Read More

Background: Self-medication puts the benefits of antibiotics at risk. This has resulted in underdeveloped countries facing an increased economic burden, treatment failures, growth of bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics, and a higher population risk of exposure to and infection by such pathogens. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding antimicrobial use a Read More

Background: Subfertility affects approximately 15% of couples globally, with unexplained infertility being a common diagnosis. Homocysteine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, has been implicated in reproductive health, but its association with unexplained infertility remains unclear. Aim: This observational case–control study aimed to compare homocysteine levels among women with unexplained infertility and those Read More