Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation vs. Endoscopic Sphincterotomy for Common Bile Duct Stones

 Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation versus Sphincterotomy in Cases of Calcular Obstructive Jaundice during Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangio Pancreatography Abstract Background:- Compared to Endoscopic sphincterotomy (ES), endoscopic balloon dilation (EBD) has been reported to have a lower risk of bleeding but an increased risk of post-ERCP pancreatitis. Additionally, removal of large stones may be challenging when using … Read more

Geology & Tectonic Setting of the Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park in the US

 The Western side of the United States holds gamut of history on how geological features were formed millions of years ago. A fascinating attribute to this country would be the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Who knew the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range consisted of many unique national parks. This mountain range includes the Yosemite, Sequoia- … Read more

Investigating Homology of NpNBS with Plant Species & NCS Proteins w/BLAST

 To investigate the percentage homology of NpNBS, a BLAST search was performed with predicted amino acid NCS sequence form various plant species, which shares a significant homology with NpNBS (Figure 2). Notably, NpNBS shares 30-35% similarity with TfNCS, which has been reported to shares 28-38% with PR-10 member protein , e.g. rice (Oryza sativa), … Read more

Christian Beliefs in 16th Century Italian Art

 To characterize Christian beliefs in the in the 16th Italian Art you must first understand the culture that influenced the characteristics and how they were conveyed in paintings and other forms of art from the time period. The Renaissance period in European history began in 14th-century Italy and spread to the rest of Europe … Read more

Origins and Elements of Hip-Hop Music & Culture: Father of Hip-Hop, Turntable Wizardry & Breakdancing

 The Hip Hop genre of music was established in the 1970’s in the Bronx, due to the poverty and gang violence, which were at an all time high.  It is an art form and a cultural movement, which "includes rap music, graffiti writing, particular dance styles (including break dancing), specific attire, and a specialized … Read more

Behavior of Piecewise Beam under Different Kind of Connection

Abstract The main goal of this research is to evaluate the flexural strength of segmental reinforced concrete beams with different strengthens methods. Four reinforced concrete beams with different strengthens methods were constructed and tested by applying static loading. The experimental variables considered in this study include epoxy strengthens and using one or two layers of … Read more

Relative Risks and Familial Occurrences of Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma)– does Genetics Play a Role?

 Emma Holmes 9 November 2017 Induced Sputum Analysis in Subjects with Systemic Sclerosis (2016)  Thermography Improves Clinical Assessment in Patients with Systemic Sclerosis Treated with Ozone Therapy (2017) Familial occurrence frequencies and relative risks for systemic sclerosis (scleroderma) in three United States cohorts (2001) Systemic sclerosis, also called scleroderma, is a rare autoimmune disease … Read more

Treating BPH With Trospium Chloride & Tamsulosin: Assessing Efficacy & Safety

 The efficacy & safety of the antimuscarinic agent ( Trospium Chloride )in combination with the ” blocker ( Tamsulosin ) for patients with lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia Issam Salman Al-Azzawi*  Omar M. Shakir** Abstract Background: While ”-blockers are recognized to be effective in management of LUTS associated with BPH, … Read more

Compare Personal Computers from the Desktop Class Commericalized in Romania: A Comprehensive Analysis

 COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF PERSONAL COMPUTERS FROM THE DESKTOP CLASS COMERCIALIZED IN ROMANIA Content Introduction Chapter 1 GENERAL PRESENTATION OF THE PERSONAL COMPUTER 1.1 Short history 1.2 Classification of personal computers 1.3 Main elements of a computer Chapter 2 DESKTOP COMPUTERS MARKET 2.1 Main manufacturers 2.2 Market evolution of personal computers 2.3 Factors that negatively … Read more

Power vs Authority: Examples from Early Modern Empires (Mughal, Ottoman, French, & Inca)

 Power and authority are two similar yet distinctly different methods of conquest and rule and are used most successfully when employed together. The Mughal Empire, the Ottoman Empire, the French empire, and the Inca Empire all illustrate the way these methods worked in tandem in the way each state conquered and ruled during the … Read more