Biology, Engineering, Medicine and Science Reports
Volume 9, Issue 2
15-05-2023 · pp. 31–51 · 6 articles
- Volume
- 9
- Issue
- 2
- Published
- 15-05-2023
- Pages
- 31–51
- Articles
- 6
- Sections
- 3
- ISSN
- Online - 2454-6895
- Journal
- BEMSR
In this issue
Research Article
- Article
Pitfalls in Diagnosis of Shunt Malfunction in Children
Jigisha Moudgil-Joshi, Tafadzwa Mandiwanza, Chandrasekaran Kaliaperumal
pp. 31–35 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.6 · Published
Background:In children with a potential shunt malfunction, pediatricians and emergency physicians are often the first to assess these children prior to neurosurgical referral. Most shunts fail within the first year (67%)…
Brief Report
- Article
A Brief Report on Utility of N-terminal pro-B-type Natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) in Screening Patients at Risk of Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke
Arun HS Kumar
pp. 36–39 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.7 · Published
N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) is a prohormone that is produced and released by the heart (ventricles) in response to alteration in pressure/strain/volume. It is used as a biomarker of cardiac func…
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Contamination of Food by Nitrosamines and the Associated Public Health Risks
Arun HS Kumar
pp. 40–42 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.8 · Published
The presence of N-Nitrosamines (N-NAs) in food poses a serious risk to public health, according to a recent scientific opinion by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).1,2 These genotoxic compounds, which induce live…
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Unveiling the Mysteries of Gut CrAssphages: A Step Forward in Understanding the Human Virobiome
Arun HS Kumar
pp. 43–44 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.9 · Published
A recent study published in the journal Nature and as preprint has revealed a new structural atlas of gut crAssphages, a type of virus that is commonly found in the human gut microbiome.1,2 T his ground breaking research…
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Inaccurate Labelling of Melatonin Gummies: A Concerning Trend
Arun HS Kumar
pp. 45–47 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.10 · Published
Melatonin gummies have gained popularity as a sleep aid and are widely available over-the-counter.1,2 However, a recent analysis of 25 melatonin gummy products has revealed a concerning trend of inaccurate labelling, rai…
Case Report
- Article
Crocodile Tear Syndrome Post Microvascular Decompression of the Trigeminal Nerve: A Case Report and Literature Review
Mohammad Hameed Abul, Mohit Arora, Chandrasekaran Kaliaperumal
pp. 48–51 · DOI: 10.5530/bems.9.2.11 · Published
Background:Crocodile Tear Syndrome (CTS) is a condition characterised by excessive tear secretion in response to eating, drinking, or smelling foods. Traditionally, acquired cases are most commonly reported following fac…