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Anatomy of the Prostate Gland and Seminal Colículos of the Canine (Canis lupus familiaris)

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  Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal Juniper Publishers Author By:  Saldivia Paredes Manuel MV Abstract The prostate gland and the seminal colliculi are within the classification of the genital organs of Canis lupus familiaris, although it can also be classified within the urogenital system of the canine. The glands are characterized by having the peculiarity of making secretions and these are regulated mainly by hormonal control and autonomic nervous system; On the other hand, in reference to the seminal colliculi, it is understood that it has an intimate relationship with the urethra and with other nearby anatomical structures. The anatomical links between the prostate gland and the seminal colliculi are quite close, since in both cases the urethra is involved. First; the urethra pierces the prostate and secondly; from the urethral crest a seminal colliculus is born. The prostate gland and the seminal colliculi have a fundamental link with the process of ejac
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Creating an Informative Diagram of Surfactant Protein D Dodecamers

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  Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal Juniper Publishers Author By:  Marian L Miller Abstract Surfactant protein D (SP-D) is a C-type lectin, produced mainly by alveolar type II cells, which participates in a wide range of immune functions. Published drawings present a simplistic shape for SP-D and typically depict the molecule just as two crossed black lines with round ends. These diagrams persist in spite of the presence of many transmission electron and atomic force microscopic images that show the shape, dimensions, degree of multimerization, and luminance, as well as providing other clues about its structure. To create an informative diagram of SP-D, morphometric methods were devised to determine degree of arm separation and arc length of the curved arms, as well as a method for straightening each curved arm while maintaining pixel integrity which enabled straightforward luminance plots to be made in Image J. This method provided peak heights, widths, and a
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Periodontitis in a Group of Patients with Cardiovascular Disease

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  Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal Juniper Publishers Author By:  Anca Ștefania Mesaros Abstract The association between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease is based on the systemic inflammation which also involves the periodontopathogenic bacteria. Our research study investigated the prevalence of periodontal disease in a group of 20 patients with cardiovascular disease, divided into 2 groups according to the presence of periodontal disease, demographic and environmental factors. Periodontal and cardiovascular disease were established according to the current international classifications. The systemic inflammation was assessed by the following markers: leukocytes number, C-Reactive Protein, ESR and fibrinogen. The periodontal disease was assessed based on the bacterial plaque index, gingival bleeding index and clinical attachment loss. Our results indicated that the prevalence of periodontal disease in patients with cardiovascular disease was 55%
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The Potential Impact of Methyl Mercury Toxicity Within Alzheimer’s Disease Progression, Considering the Tau Hypothesis, Neurovascular Hypothesis as Well as The Potential Role of Dietary and Botanical Mercury Chelators and that of Pharmacologically Developed Agents for Disease Management

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  Anatomy Physiology & Biochemistry International Journal Juniper Publishers Author By:  William JCobb Abstract Alzheimer’s disease (ADZ) is a devastating one that not only has a profound cost on the life of the sufferer but also upon the families, caregivers and the medical economy surrounding disease management. ADZ affects a vast human population across Northern America and indeed the world and is listed as being the 6th leading cause of death in the United States (USA).It is estimated that by 2050, there will be as many as 16 million Americans living with ADZ [1,2], and the disease progression is on a steadily increasing trajectory with an estimated new diagnosis being made every 66 seconds in the United States alone. The typical survival rate post prognosis is estimated to be between 4 to 8 years[1,2]. There has been an 89% increase in deaths due to ADZ between 2000 and 2014 and it is further estimated that 1 in 3 seniors will die with some form of dementia. Nationally, ADZ af
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