Browsing 2021 IRC Abstracts by Title
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Effects of Respiratory Muscle Training (RMT) on Ventilatory Parameters and Respiratory Muscle Strength (RMS) in Different Postures of the Rowing Stroke in Professional Male Rowers in Sri Lanka
(2021)Rowing places ‘extreme’ demands on ventilation due to the cramped body posture during the rowing stroke. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of a 12-week respiratory muscle training (RMT) program on ... -
Evaluation of In vitro Anti-acne Activity and Formulation of Anti-acne Cream from Methanolic Extract of Nymphaea nouchali Pollens
(2021)Acne vulgaris is a dermatological disorder. Although definite therapeutic agents are using in the treatment, herbal medicines are also still useful in the management of acne. The current study was designed to scientifically ... -
Evaluation of In vitro Anti-inflammatory Activity of Ethanol and Aqueous Extracts of the Whole Plant of Cardiospermum Halicacabum
(2021)Presently, synthetic steroidal and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to treat symptoms associated with inflammatory diseases, which can cause severe side effects when used for long-term. Therefore, ... -
Evaluation of In Vitro Antibacterial Activity and Anti-inflammatory Activity of Artocarpus nobilis Thw. (Bedi del/Wal del)
(2021)Rising antimicrobial resistance and the serious side effects of anti-inflammatory agents have led to increased concern about natural alternative remedies. Medicinal plants stand out as potent, yet safer, options for these ... -
Evaluation of Radiomics Analysis as a Tool in Differentiating Benign and Malignant Breast Masses Compared to Conventional Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(2021)Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women globally. Therefore, we investigated the diagnostic feasibility of feature parameters derived from Radiomics analysis and conventional Magnetic Resonance ... -
Evaluation of Setup Errors in Three-dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy (3D-CRT) for Pelvic Sites by Using Electronic Portal Imaging Device (EPID)
(2021)The setup error is defined as any deviation between the intended and actual treatment position, and it is determined by measuring the shift of the treatment field position by comparing the treatment image against its ... -
Evidence-Based Intrapartum Care in Vaginal Births: Direct Observations in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Sri Lanka
(2021)Identifying the gaps between evidence-based care and actual intrapartum care has paramount importance in improving maternal and neonatal outcomes at birth. This study aimed to evaluate the current intrapartum practices of ... -
An Exploration of Mothers’ Experience of Children with Thalassemia Depending on Iron Chelation Therapy in Thalassemia Centre of Provincial General Hospital Badulla
(2021)Thalassemia is a genetic disorder characterized by insufficient production of haemoglobin. Regular blood transfusions are required for the survival of these children. Hence, this study aimed to explore the mothers’ experiences ...