Comparison between Three Different Equations for the Estimation of Glomerular Filtration Rate in Omani Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Objectives: Estimated glomerular fltration rate (eGFR) is an important component of a patient’s renal function profle. Te Modifcation of Diet in Renal Disease (MDRD) equation and the Chronic Kidney DiseaseEpidemiology...

Medical Education Units History, Functions, and Organisation

Most medical schools have established a medical education unit (MEU) or similar bodies in response to various reforms in medical education. Such units have a variety of titles and operate either independently or under t...

Nephropathic Cystinosis First reported case in Oman

Cystinosis is an autosomal recessive, lysosomal storage disease characterised by the accumulation of the amino acid cystine in different organs and tissues. It is a multisystemic disease that can present with renal and...

Preventing Childhood Obesity Evidence, Policy and Practice

A Study of Stress among Students of Professional Colleges from an Urban area in India

Objectives: Various studies across the globe have emphasised that students undertaking professional courses, such as medical and dental studies, are subjected to higher stress. Excessive stress could lead to psychologi...