MBRU Knowledge Repository: Recent submissions
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Vibrational Biospectroscopy: An Alternative Approach to Endometrial Cancer Diagnosis and Screening
(2022)Abstract: Endometrial cancer (EC) is the sixth most common cancer and the fourth leading cause of death among women worldwide. Early detection and treatment are associated with a favourable prognosis and reduction in ... -
Implications of conflict on mental health in Somalia and beyond
(2022)Introduction: Somalia, a nation in the horn of Africa, has been suffering from continuous conflict, political unrest and a high disease burden since the outbreak of civil war in 1991 (World Bank n.d.; IHME n.d.). The ... -
Impact of exclusive breast feeding until six months of age on common illnesses: A prospective observational study
(2022)Objectives: The WHO recommends exclusive breast feeding (EBF) for all infants for the first six months of life. National Family Health Survey 4 (2015 16) shows EBF rates of only 54.9%. We conducted a prospective study ... -
Conversational Agents in Health Education:Protocol for a Scoping Review
(2022)Background: Conversational agents have the ability to reach people through multiple mediums, including the online space, mobile phones, and hardware devices like Alexa and Google Home. Conversational agents provide an ... -
Elevated ASCL1 activity creates de novo regulatory elements associated with neuronal diferentiation
(2022)Background: The pro-neural transcription factor ASCL1 is a master regulator of neurogenesis and a key factor necessary for the reprogramming of permissive cell types to neurons. Endogenously, ASCL1 expression is often ... -
Alveolar ridge preservation in extraction sockets of periodontally compromised teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
(2022-07)Objectives: Alveolar ridge preservation (ARP) procedures can limit bone changes following tooth extraction. However, the role of ARP in periodontally compromised socket lacks strong scientific evidence. The aim of this ... -
Sugar content in infant formula: Accuracy of labeling and conformity to guidelines.
(2022-07)Background: Infant formulae are a primary source of nutrition during the first years of life, to which sugars are frequently added. This may contribute to adverse dental health problems if consumed excessively when coupled ... -
Does interceptive extraction of multiple primary teeth increase the chances of spontaneous eruption of permanent maxillary canines positioned palatally or centrally in the alveolar crest? A Systematic review
(2022-05)Introduction: Extraction of primary maxillary canines in the mixed dentition has been suggested to increase the rate of normal eruption of displaced permanent canines (DPCs). In this study we assessed whether extracting ... -
Traumatic brain injuries and maxillofacial fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis
(2022-05)Abstract: Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) associated with maxillofacial fractures (MFFs) are a public health concern worldwide, especially among adult-aged males. There is an urgent need for early detection of associated ... -
Application of microneedle patches for drug delivery; doorstep to novel therapies
(2022-03)Abstract: In the past decade, microneedle-based drug delivery systems showed promising approaches to become suitable and alternative for hypodermic injections and can control agent delivery without side effects compared ... -
Rejuvenation of the ageing face and the role of orthodontics: Guidelines for management
(2022-03)Abstract: The article reviews the ageing changes of the midfacial and maxillary bones, the mandible, the overlaying soft tissues and the smile, and presents clinical guidelines aiming to rejuvenate older faces by means ... -
The Effect of Sealer Application Methods on Voids Volume after Aging of Three Calcium Silicate-Based Sealers: A Micro Computed Tomography Study
(2022-03)Abstract: During obturation, air voids are undesirable as they may provide shelter for microorganisms or passage for fluids. This study aimed to compare the occurrence of voids between three calcium silicate-based sealers ... -
α-Bisabolol Mitigates Colon Inflammation by Stimulating Colon PPAR-γ Transcription Factor: In Vivo and In Vitro Study
(2022)Background: The incidence and prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis) are increasing worldwide. The etiology of IBD is multifactorial, including genetic predisposition, ... -
Present status and future directions: Hydraulic materials for endodontic use
(2022)Background: Hydraulic materials are used in Endodontics due to their hydration characteristics namely the formation of calcium hydroxide when mixing with water and also because of their hydraulic properties. These materials ... -
Enhancing public trust in COVID-19 vaccination during ramadan 2022: A call for action
(2022)Abstract: Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar in which it is compulsory for Muslims to abstain from eating and drinking during the daytime. The COVID-19 pandemic posed additional challenges for Muslims ... -
Readiness to Embrace Artificial Intelligence Among Medical Doctors and Students: Questionnaire-Based Study
(2022)Background: Similar to understanding how blood pressure is measured by a sphygmomanometer, physicians will soon have to understand how an artificial intelligence–based application has come to the conclusion that a patient ... -
Detection of copy number variants and genes by chromosomal microarray in an Emirati neurodevelopmental disorders cohort
(2022)Abstract: Copy number variations (CNVs) are highly implicated in the etiology of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs), and chromosomal microarray analysis (CMA) has been recommended as a frst-tier test for many NDDs. We ... -
The clinical demand and supply of blood in India: A National level estimation study
(2022)Background: Estimating the clinical demand for blood and components arising in a health facility is crucial to ensure timely availability of blood. This study aims to estimate disease-specific clinical demand, supply and ... -
In Silico Bioinformatics Followed by Molecular Validation Using Archival FFPE Tissue Biopsies Identifies a Panel of Transcripts Associated with Severe Asthma and Lung Cancer
(2022)Abstract: Severe asthma and lung cancer are both heterogeneous pathological diseases affecting the lung tissue. Whilst there are a few studies that suggest an association between asthma and lung cancer, to the best of our ... -
Protocol for developing a core outcome set for male infertility research: an international consensus development study
(2022)Abstract: Male infertility affects millions of men world-wide, and many different treatments have been proposed for this. How effective these treatments are can only be truly understood if clinical trials report the same ...