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Background:
Zinc is a metalloprotein. The two important function of zinc are- first, unlike other metals zinc is virtually non-toxic (1). The homeostatic mechanisms that regulate its entrance, allocation, and excretion from cells and tissues are so well-organized that no disorders are known to be
Glucocorticoids have direct effects on bone remodeling by suppressing bone formation (inhibition of osteoblastic differentiation, inhibition of mature osteoblasts function and apoptosis of mature osteoblasts) and by increasing bone resorption (decrease in osteoclast apoptosis and stimulation of
Background information on trial preparation The bacteria Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG is an anaerobic gram-positive rod that among other areas exists as a part of the body's normal intestinal flora. In the intestine the bacteria breaks down carbohydrates to form lactic acid. The bacteria is tolerant
Skin is the most frequently injured tissue, and millions of people worldwide acquire scars every year. Clinical experience shows that patients want less noticeable scars, with color and texture that closely resemble their normal skin.
Few humans reach adulthood without experiencing a wound to the
INTRODUCTION
Cigarette smoking harms nearly every system of the human body, thus causing a broad range of diseases, many of which are fatal. In particular, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the most important cause of death in those who smoke (1). Both diabetes mellitus and cigarette smoking are
General description: The overall study procedure requires assessment of eligibility and safety for inclusion in the study through a) the screening questionnaire; b) medical history, which will be derived from subject and combined with a review of his/her medical record after signing the consent; and
A.1.a. Introduction This is a prospective, randomized, double-blind clinical trial designed to evaluate the effect of 24 months of supplementation with vitamin D3 and calcium on bone mass accrual in HIV-infected children and adolescents.
A.1.b. Subject recruitment i. HIV-infected subjects on will be
This study is an eight-week, randomized, placebo-controlled, parallel group, fixed dose trial comparing two doses of the alpha-amino-3-hydroxy-5-methylisoxazole-4-propionic acid (AMPA) receptor positive modulator, Org 24448, added to a stable dose of atypical antipsychotic medication in 135 patients