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Gamete intrafallopian transfer versus super-ovulation with intrauterine insemination for the treatment of infertility
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 2007)Background: A prospective randomised controlled trial comparing gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT) with intrauterine insemination (IUI) was undertaken at the Fertility and Reproductive Biology Unit of the Department of ... -
Gamete proteomic profile of male patients suffering from sexually transmitted infections
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to provide better insight into the effects of Neisseria gonorrhoea, Chlamydia trachomatis, and Trichomonas vaginalis on semen characteristics. In addition, a crucial focus was ... -
Gangrene of the penis after circumcision : a report of 3 cases
(HMPG, 1979-03)Three patients with gangrene of the penis after Xhosa ritual tribal circumcision are reported. A review of complications which may follow circumcision is given. -
Gastric carcinoma at Tygerberg Hospital, 1979 - 1983 : a retrospective study
(Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG), 1985-12)A retrospective study was carried out on patients with histologically proven gastric carcinoma diagnosed at the Gastro-intestinal Clinic, Tygerberg Hospital, over a 5-year period - 1979 - 1983. Fifty per cent of patients ... -
Gastric ulcer diagnosed on a plain abdominal radiograph
(1983)On occasion gastric ulcers may be recognized on plain abdominal radiographs. A case in which a gastric ulcer was diagnosed on the plain abdominal radiograph, illustrating the importance of careful scrutiny of the plain ... -
GCP accreditation - a worthwhile investment
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Die gebruik van sielkundige intervensies onder junior tennisspelers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2001-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of sport psychology injunior tennis and to determine: • whether coaches make use of psychological interventions, • whether coaches consider ... -
Gedissemineerde herpesvirus hominis-infeksie - 'n gevalbespreking
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1978)A case of disseminated Herpesvirus hominis (type I) in a 23-year-old White man with widespread eczema is reported. The grave prognosis of this disease is stressed. -
Gender differences in survival among adult patients starting antiretroviral therapy in South Africa : a multicentre cohort study
(Public Library of Science, 2012-09-04)Background: Increased mortality among men on antiretroviral therapy (ART) has been documented but remains poorly understood. We examined the magnitude of and risk factors for gender differences in mortality on ART. ... -
Gender selection: separation techniques for X- and Y-chromosome bearing human spermatozoa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Preconceptual sex selection is an ethically justifiable process whereby X- and Y-chromosome bearing spermatozoa are isolated prior to fertilization of the oocyte in order to generate either a male or a ... -
Gene expression and cytokine pattern of pulmonary tuberculosis patients and their contacts in Ethiopia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2013-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The immune response against M. tuberculosis is multifactorial, involving a network of innate and adaptive immune responses. Characterization of the immune response, a clear understanding of the dynamics ... -
Gene expression changes in macrophages infected with pathogenic M. tuberculosis and non-pathogenic M. smegmatis and M. bovis BCG
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The current anti-TB drugs have had success in decreasing the number of deaths caused by TB, however, this success is limited by the emergence of drug resistant TB strains. Therefore, a novel TB therapy ... -
Gene polymorphisms in African buffalo sssociated with susceptibility to Bovine tuberculosis infection
(Public Library of Science -- PLoS, 2013-05)Bovine tuberculosis (BTB) is a chronic, highly infectious disease that affects humans, cattle and numerous species of wildlife. In developing countries such as South Africa, the existence of extensive wildlife-human-livestock ... -
Die Geneeskunde Opleidingskompleks, Parowvallei
(Health & Medical Publishing Group, 1975)The building complex erected for training in the area of medicine is described in relation to the thinking which forms the background for these physical facilities. Provision is made for training of students in medicine, ... -
A general HIV incidence inference scheme based on likelihood of individual level data and a population renewal equation
(PLOS, 2012-09-12)We derive a new method to estimate the age specific incidence of an infection with a differential mortality, using individual level infection status data from successive surveys. The method consists of a) an SI-type model ... -
Generalized surgical emphysema as an early complication of facial fracture : a case report
(HMPG, 1977-05)A case of multiple facial fractures complicated by subcutaneous emphysema, pneumomediastinum and pneumoretroperitoneum, in the absence of intra-abdominal, neck or chest injuries, is described. -
Generation of a database of mass spectra patterns of selected Mycobacterium species using MALDI-ToF mass spectrometry
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2008-12)The genus Mycobacterium is a group of acid–fast, aerobic, slow- growing organisms which include more than 90 different species. A member of this genus, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, belonging to the Mycobacterium tuberculosis ... -
Genetic aetiology of anxiety disorders
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY: Anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent psychiatric disorders among both adults and adolescents. Comorbidity with other psychiatric disorders, including other anxiety disorders, is common and it is ... -
Genetic analysis of the role of androgen metabolism in the pathogenesis of prostate cancer
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2004-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Prostate cancer (CaP) has the highest incidence of any malignancy affecting South African males. The aetiology of prostate carcinoma indicate that ethnicity is one of the most important risk factors. ... -
Genetic aspects of HIV-1 risk in an African setting
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2006-12)Host susceptibility to human immunodeficiency virus-1 (HIV-1) infection and disease progression to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) varies widely amongst individuals. This observation led to the identification ...
