Assessment of Dermatoglyphic Pattern in Relation with Blood Group: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract Background Malaria continues to be a major health problem in developing sub-Saharan countries including Ethiopia. Malaria is a complex disease and its local characteristics are determined by a variety of geographical, environmental, insect vector, host, and parasite factors.Methods A hospital based cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence of malaria and its possible association with hemoglobin level and ABO blood group among individuals attending Mekaneeyesus Primary Hospital, Estie District, northwestern Ethiopia. Socio-demographic variables and relevant data were collected from 390 randomly selected individuals through structured questionnaire. Then, thick and thin smears were prepared from finger pricked blood samples, stained, and examined microscopically for detection and identification of malaria parasites. ABO blood group and hemoglobin levels of the same subjects were also determined. The data generated were entered into a computer and analyzed for descriptive and logistic regression models using SPSS version 23.0. Variables with p-value < 0.05 in multivariable logistic regression were considered as explanatory variables.Results The overall prevalence of malaria was 8.5%; Plasmodium vivax (5.6%) was the most predominant, followed by P. falciparum (2.3%), and mixed infection of the two species (0.5%). In multivariate logistic regression analysis, being male (AOR = 3.48), under-five years of age (AOR = 72.84), rural residence (AOR = 2.64), and failing to use bed net (AOR =4.65) were significantly associated with the risk of malaria infection. Most (14.6%) of malaria positives cases were among individuals with blood group “A”, while the least number of cases were among subjects with blood group “O”. Individuals with blood group “A” were about four times more likelihood of getting malaria as compared to individuals with blood group “O” (AOR= 3.74). The prevalence of anemia was 23% and significantly associated with malaria (p<0.05).Conclusions Malaria in the study area is still higher than the average prevalence at country level. Therefore special attention should be given to the prevention and control strategies with the objective of increasing the awareness of local community towards malaria.

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Association of Pre-hypertension with blood groups in young population.

The Professional Medical Journal ◽

10.29309/tpmj/2019.26.11.469 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 26 (11) ◽

pp. 1820-1824

Author(s):

Benash Altaf ◽

Shireen Jawed ◽

Fakiha Behram ◽

Zeeshan Ali Khan ◽

Shakeela Naz

Keyword(s):

Blood Group ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Blood Groups ◽

P Value ◽

Continuous Variables ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Blood Group A ◽

Significant Difference ◽

Group A

Objectives: Pakistan has highest mortality rate due to hypertension and its complications. Hypertension is a squealed of Pre- hypertension which is believed to start at adolescent and continue to adulthood. Association of blood group with hypertension is evident but still hypothesized. This study aims to find the frequency of prehypertension and its association with blood group. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Setting: Aziz Fatimah Medical and Dental College, Faisalabad. Period: 15 March’18 to 15 Sep’18. Material and Methods: It was comprised of in comprised of 100 MBBS students. Demographic data including age, weight, height, waist and hip circumference, and BMI was determined. Blood group was determined with help of conventional slide method. Blood pressure was measured by auscultatory method. Data was analyzed by using SPSS 21. Continuous variables are given in mean and standard deviation. Categorical data was given in frequency and percentages. P value≤ 0.05 is taken as significant. Results: Out of 100 participants most common blood group was group ‘O’ (43%) followed by B (35 %) and AB (13%) and A (9%).36% of total population was pre-hypertensive and 64% were normotensive. Prehypertension is most commonly found in blood group ‘A’ (77%) followed by blood group ‘O’ (46.5%). Significant difference was found in means of SBP (p value= 0.001*) and DBP (p value= 0.000*) among the various blood groups. Conclusion: Most common blood group in studied population was ‘O’ although hypertension was most commonly observed in blood group A followed by ‘O’.

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Frequency of blood group sub-type in patients with ischemic stroke at Nishtar Hospital Multan.

The Professional Medical Journal ◽

10.29309/tpmj/2019.26.08.3879 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 26 (08) ◽

pp. 1333-1338

Author(s):

Muhammad Tahir ◽

Gohar Ali ◽

Ali Ismail

Keyword(s):

Ischemic Stroke ◽

Blood Group ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Blood Groups ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Blood Group A ◽

Increased Risk ◽

Study Results ◽

Group A ◽

Group B

The objective of this study was to determine the blood groups among the patients presenting with ischemic stroke either AB blood group or O blood group is more common (frequent) among these patients irrespective of other known factors responsible for stroke. Study Design: Descriptive, Cross-sectional study. Setting: Department of Medicine, Nishtar Hospital Multan. Period: January 2015 to August 2015. Materials & Methods: We included total 292 patients (40-70 years of age), with ischemic stroke documented on CT scan brain of both gender (male and female). Blood sample of these patients were sent to the central laboratory of Nishtar hospital for blood group determination using standard techniques. Results: Mean age was 56.26 ± 8.28 years. Out of the 292 patients, 163 (55.82%) were male and 129 (44.18%). Frequency of blood group A, B, AB and O in patients with ischemic stroke was found to be 114 patients having blood group A (39.04%), 53 patients having blood group B (18.15%), 26 patients having blood group AB (8.90%) and 99 patients having blood group O (33.90%) respectively. Conclusion: Our study results concluded that there is an association between ABO blood groups and ischemic stroke, irrespective of other risk factors. Our study results have observed that individuals belonging to non-O blood groups (A, B, or AB) are at an increased risk of ischemic stroke as compared to O blood group carriers however we did not control possible impact of confounders such as diabetes, hypertension and dyslipidemia etc. Many studies proved that persons with AB blood groups are at increased of atherosclerosis but no study showed that these persons have increased risk of ischemic stroke or not.

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ABO BLOOD GROUP;

The Professional Medical Journal ◽

10.29309/tpmj/2019.26.01.2620 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 26 (01) ◽

Author(s):

Altaf Ahmed Shaikh ◽

KHALIL AHMED Ahmed Sanghro ◽

Anam Altaf

Keyword(s):

Blood Group ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Positive Family History ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Abo Blood Group ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Blood Group A ◽

Group A ◽

Group B ◽

Age Range

Objectives: To determine frequencies of ABO blood group in T2DM in tertiary Care, Pakistan. Study Design: Descriptive, Cross-sectional study. Place: Conducted in the department of medicine, Ghulam Muhammad Mahar Medical Teaching Hospital (GMMMC). Duration: From January 2016 to July 2016. Methods: With consent of patients having T2DM of both genders and 30-70 years of age. Non-probability, Consecutive sampling was used. Total of 196 patients were enrolled during this time period. After taking consent, blood samples taken from peripheral vein for blood grouping were sent to the Central Laboratory GMMMC. Laboratory technician determined blood group using standard techniques. All this information was collected through a self-structured Performa. Results: Participants in our study were from age range 30 to 70 years with mean age of 53.26 ± 7.28 years. Out of the 196 patients, 110 (56.1%) were female and 86 (43.9%) were male. The prevalence of blood group A, B, AB and O in patients with ischemic stroke was found to be as of following; 34 patients having blood group A (17.3%), 74 patients having blood group B (37.8%), 18 patients having blood group AB (9.2%) and 70 patients having blood group O (35.7%) respectively. Stratification was also done on gender basis. 75.5% (n=148) had positive family history. Conclusion: Blood group B +ve was the most prevalent blood group in T2DM in our study.

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Prevalence of Lewis Blood Group among Bangladeshi Population

Anwer Khan Modern Medical College Journal ◽

10.3329/akmmcj.v7i2.31638 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 7 (2) ◽

pp. 12-15

Author(s):

Tashmim Farhana Dipta ◽

Hafizur Rahman ◽

Ayesha Khatun ◽

Md Ashadul Islam

Keyword(s):

Blood Group ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Medical College ◽

Secretor Status ◽

Lewis Blood Group ◽

Group A ◽

Bangladeshi Population ◽

Cross Matching

Background: The Lewis system differs from all other blood group systems. It is primarily a system of soluble antigens originate in the tissue of body secretions, such as saliva (glycoprotein) and in plasma (glycolipid) respectively.The ABH secretor status influences red cells of Lewis phenotype and this phenotype may be modified by the ABO phenotype.Methodology: A cross sectional study was done to determine the presence of Lewis antigens in patients and voluntary donor's blood and observe the agglutination pattern during blood cross matching. In this study 350 blood samples were tested by hemagglutination -monoclonal antibodies.Result: Our study showed, Lewis antibody was detected in 50.8 % cases. The presence of anti-Leb was more frequent (69.7%) than anti-Lea in association with ABO blood group. Lewis anti-Leb was most common in O group (75.0%) followed by group-A (69.0%) where as anti-Lea was predominant in B (37.7%) followed by AB (33.3%).Moreover among Lewis phenotypes, Le (a-b+) was present in 35.4% cases, Le (a+ b-) in 15.1% and Le (a+ b+) was rare (0.3%). Phenotype Le (a-b-) represents all negative cases 172 in number (49.2%).Conclusion: Presence of Lewis antibody cause irregular agglutination interfering with interpretation of compatibility testing. So the patients with multiple transfusions or having atypical or irregular antibodies should routinely test for Lewis blood group antibodies to avoid untoward reactions.Anwer Khan Modern Medical College Journal Vol. 7, No. 2: Jul 2016, P 12-15

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The Correlation Between The COVID-19 Infection Severity and ABO Blood Groups in Sulaimaniyah City, Iraq

10.21203/rs.3.rs-987148/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Nazaneen Omer ◽

Sarwer Ismael ◽

Heshu Sulaiman Rahman ◽

Maryam Mohammed

Keyword(s):

Blood Group ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Blood Groups ◽

Abo Blood Groups ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Blood Group A ◽

Duration Of Illness ◽

History Of ◽

Group A ◽

Group B

Abstract Background ABO blood group types are among the risk factors of COVID-19 infection in many recent studies. Thus, the objective of this study is to find the relations between ABO types and COVID-19 infection as well as to find out the riskier group that is associated with hospitalization and the need for O2 support. Methods This observational cross-sectional study was done to identify the risk and relations between ABO blood groups and Rh factor of 530 Iraqi-Kurdish patients affected with COVID-19 infection. Among them, 184 patients were severe cases that needed hospitalization while 346 patients were mild to moderate cases that were treated at home. The diagnosis of COVID-19 infection was based on Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) test, high-resolution Chest CT scan, strong clinical suspicion plus history of the close home or job contact with COVID-19 confirmed patient. Results There were no significant differences in the distribution of ABO blood grouping in the total COVID-19 cases, however, the severity in form of hospitalization and O2 demand was higher in blood group A whereas the lowest in group B. Male patient were significantly older than females with more prolonged illness duration. The duration of COVID-19 illness, the need for plasma, and the rate of mortality were very significantly higher among hospitalized COVID-19 patients than non-hospitalized. In 37.2% of the patient, the initial presentation was a combination of more than one symptom. In 28% of cases, myalgia was the 1st mono-symptomatic presentation. Conclusions Blood group A is associated with the highest rate of hospitalization and O2 demand, besides, the duration of illness and rate of mortality in males were more than females.

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Comparison of laryngeal mask airway & endotracheal intubation in pediatric age group: A cross sectional study

International Journal of Medical Anesthesiology ◽

10.33545/26643766.2020.v3.i1e.103 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. 294-296

Author(s):

Dr. EJ Srinivas

Keyword(s):

Laryngeal Mask Airway ◽

Endotracheal Intubation ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Laryngeal Mask ◽

Age Group ◽

Pediatric Age ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Pediatric Age Group ◽

Group A

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Gambaran Populasi Golongan Darah Subgroup A (A1, A2) di PMI Kulon Progo

Biosfera ◽

10.20884/1.mib.2017.34.1.375 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 34 (1) ◽

pp. 47

Author(s):

Hieronymus Rayi Prasetya ◽

Bambang Heru Budianto ◽

Hernayanti Hernayanti

Keyword(s):

Genetic Variation ◽

Blood Group ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Red Cross ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Dolichos Biflorus ◽

Blood Group A ◽

Group A ◽

Transfusion Reactions

Subgroup A1 and A2 are the most important in the blood group A. Subgroup A1 has the A antigen more than A2 subgroup, the A2 subgroup can cause misidentification of blood group due to poor A antigen and genetic variation possessed. Misidentification of the blood group will increase the risk of transfusion reactions. This research aims to describe the A1 and A2 subgroup population in Kulon Progo district. This study was conducted with a cross sectional sampling technique. The sample in this study were taken from donors of blood group A in Kulon Progo Red Cross. Identification of A1 and A2 subgroup is done by using lectin (Dolichos biflorus extract). The result of the examination of 53 samples showed that 96,2% was A1 subgroup and 3,8% was A2 subgroup.Key words : Subgroup A1, Subgroup A2, Population, Kulon Progo

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DETERMINING MIGRAINE WITH AURA TRIGGER FACTORS TOWARD IMPROVING THE PRACTICE: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY FROM SAUDI ARABIA

Periódico Tchê Química ◽

10.52571/ptq.v18.n37.2021.19_alshamrani_pgs_270_292.pdf ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 17 (37) ◽

pp. 270-292

Author(s):

Foziah Jabbar ALSHAMRANI ◽

Noor Mohammad ALMOHISH ◽

Mohammed Faisal ALMUAIGEL ◽

Narjes Ali ALRAMADHAN ◽

Maryam Mohammad ALJUMAH

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Migraine With Aura ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Computer Work ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Trigger Factors ◽

Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Group A ◽

Group B

Background: Primary headache is one of the most common disorders treated in neurology clinics. Globally, it has been estimated that the current prevalence of headache disorder in adults symptomatic, at least once within the last year, is about 50%. According to the Global Burden of Disease Study 2015, migraine was ranked as the third most common cause of disability worldwide. One of the significant migraines is migraine with aura, a frequent headache that occurs after or with sensory disturbances. Aim: This study aimed to identify and compare triggers in previously diagnosed patients with migraine with aura (MwA) to those who have not been identified with migraine with aura before but diagnosed according to a questionnaire survey distributed in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Methods: Adults aged 18–50 years were randomly selected in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to participate in this non-interventional, multicentre, cross-sectional study. The study data was collected via an online questionnaire using the diagnostic criteria of the International Classification of Headache Disorders 2018 and the Cleveland Clinic Canada headache questionnaire. Results and Discussion: Of the 4.140 potentially eligible individuals, 302 were not previously diagnosed with migraine with aura but were diagnosed with a questionnaire (Group A), while 71 participants were already diagnosed (MwA) (Group B). A significant relationship was found among MwA and stress and anxiety, sleep disturbance, noisy places, exposure to lots of lights, prolonged computer work, hunger, fasting, studying for exams, and menstruation in Group A. Group B experienced all of the previous triggers in addition to weather changes, certain odors, and the consumption of cheese, bananas, and hotdogs. Conclusions: The trigger factors are common in individuals with MwA. Awareness of these triggers is essential for preventing the severe complications of MwA, hence, enhance the quality of life of patients.

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Immunological and molecular detection of rotavirus genotype in calves with gastroenteritis in Diyala-Iraq

10.53346/wjbpr.2021.1.1.0013 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

pp. 001-013

Author(s):

Ammar Talib Nasser ◽

Abdulrazak Shafiq Hasan ◽

Amer Khazaal Saleh ◽

Mohammad Kassem Saleh

Keyword(s):

Molecular Detection ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Rt Pcr ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Reverse Transcription Pcr ◽

Group A ◽

Stool Antigen ◽

Stool Samples ◽

Age Range

Aim: To explore the prevalence of rotavirus infection along with the molecular detection and genotyping of group A rotavirus (RVA) among bovine calves up to 5 months old in Diyala province-Iraq. Methods: This is a cross sectional study conducted in Diyala province-Iraq during the period of 2019-2020. One hundred bovine calves with age range of 1-5 months were included in the study. All were suffering acute gastroenteritis. Serum anti-rotavirus IgM and IgG plus fecal rotavirus Ag were tested for using ELISA techniques. Stool samples positive for rotavirus Ag were submitted for reverse transcription PCR (RT-PCR) for G and P genes, followed by sequencing and genotyping thereafter. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 25 and P values ≤ 0.05 were considered significant. Results: The positivity rate of anti-rotavirus IgM was 80% (P = 0.0001), and that of anti-rotavirus IgG was 79% (P = 0.0001). The rotavirus stool antigen was detected in 68% of calves (P = 0.01). A total of 45 stool samples which were positive for rotavirus Ag were submitted for RT-PCR; 13 (28.9%) were positive and 32 (71.1%) were negative (P = 0.084). 10 PCR positive samples were used for sequencing and genotyping and indicated that all investigated strains belonged to G1P[8] genotype. Conclusion: The current strains analyzed belonged to the G1P[8] RVA genotypes, affirming that employment of VP7 gene polymorphism accurately yielded uniform phylogenetic distances amongst investigated rotavirus strains and that there were no noticeable assortment events between human and animal rotavirus strains in Diyala province.

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