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Research paper thumbnail of Assessment of Tobacco Dependence in Al-Bayda City, Libya

Tobacco is the second leading cause of the death in adults' diseases in the world today. This is ... more Tobacco is the second leading cause of the death in adults' diseases in the world today. This is because of tobacco dependence. Therefore, aim of this study is to assess the level of nicotine dependence through a small random group of smokers in the city of Al-Bayda using the Fagerstrom test for nicotine dependence and to know the extent of desire to quit and take action. The study included 150 male smokers, with an age group ranging between 18-60 years, in the period between February and June 2020 through a questionnaire containing six questions from the Fagerstrom test and collected smoking risks and presence of smoking cessation medications. Data were collected and statistically evaluated using chi-square. Most of the participants had a family history, they were smoking imitating brother, father and friends. The average number of cigarettes consumed was more than 31 cigarettes per day, with a 5-minute time difference being the highest. The rate of desire to smoke was observed in the morning hours more than others. The proportion was also high for those who were unable to stop in public even while ill. Most of them are aware of the existence of drugs that help in smoking cessation. As for the attempts to quit, there were attempts during different periods of time, most of which failed due to physical and social reasons. Most of the results indicate a high rate of dependence among smokers, for reasons that may be social and economic. Therefore, we need more data and a wider study area through health centers and try to understand the reasons for returning to smoking and treating them. work to validate reliability.

Research paper thumbnail of TECHNICAL NOTE GENERAL Determining the Effectiveness of Noncontact Three-Dimensional Surface Scanning for the Assessment of Open Injuries

Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2019

Noncontact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods are used within forensic medicine to r... more Noncontact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods are used within forensic medicine to record traumas and other related findings. A structured light scanning technique is one of these methods and the most suitable for the forensic field. An assessment of the efficiency of different structured light scanners with forensic injuries is essential to validate this technique for wound documentation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the capability of the HP structured light scanner Pro S3 for digitizing open injuries having complicated areas and depths. Fifteen simulated injuries on mannequins were scanned and assessed. Comparisons between 3D and direct wound measurements were made. The results showed that the technique was able to create detailed 3D results of the extensive injuries. Statistical significance tests revealed no difference between the two measurement methods. Because the scanner is applicable for routine work, it should be considered to confirm the same results on real cadavers and actual wounds.

Research paper thumbnail of Documentation and analysis of traumatic injuries in clinical forensic medicine involving structured light three-dimensional surface scanning versus photography

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 2018

Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning has been applied in forensic medicine and has... more Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning has been applied in forensic medicine and has been shown to mitigate shortcoming of traditional documentation methods. The aim of this paper is to assess the efficiency of structured light 3D surface scanning in recording traumatic injuries of live cases in clinical forensic medicine. The work was conducted in Medico-Legal Centre in Benghazi, Libya. A structured light 3D surface scanner and ordinary digital camera with close-up lens were used to record the injuries and to have 3D and two-dimensional (2D) documents of the same traumas. Two different types of comparison were performed. Firstly, the 3D wound documents were compared to 2D documents based on subjective visual assessment. Additionally, 3D wound measurements were compared to conventional measurements and this was done to determine whether there was a statistical significant difference between them. For this, Friedman test was used. The study established that the 3D wound documents had extra features over the 2D documents. Moreover; the 3D scanning method was able to overcome the main deficiencies of the digital photography. No statistically significant difference was found between the 3D and conventional wound measurements. The Spearman's correlation established strong, positive correlation between the 3D and conventional measurement methods. Although, the 3D surface scanning of the injuries of the live subjects faced some difficulties, the 3D results were appreciated, the validity of 3D measurements based on the structured light 3D scanning was established. Further work will be achieved in forensic pathology to scan open injuries with depth information.

Research paper thumbnail of Using structured light three-dimensional surface scanning on living individuals: Key considerations and best practice for forensic medicine A R T I C L E I N F O

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 2018

Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods have been applied to forensic medicin... more Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods have been applied to forensic medicine to record injuries and to mitigate ordinary photography shortcoming. However, there are no literature concerning practical guidance for 3D surface scanning of live victims. This paper aimed to investigate key 3D scanning issues of the live body to develop a series of scanning principles for future use on injured victims. The Pico Scan 3D surface scanner was used on live test subjects. The work focused on analysing the following concerns: (1) an appropriate 3D scanning technique to scan different body areas, (2) the ideal number of scans, (3) scanning approaches to access various areas of the body and (4) elimination of environmental background noise in the acquired data. Results showed that scanning only a required surface of the body area in the stable manner was more efficient when compared to complete 360°-scanning; therefore, it used as a standard 3D scanning technique. More than three scans were sufficient when trying to obtain an optimal wireframe mode presentation of the result. Three different approaches were suggested to provide access to the various areas of the body. Undertaking scanning using a black background eliminated the background noise. The work demonstrated that the scanner will be promising to reconstruct injuries from different body areas, although the 3D scanning of the live subjects faced some challenges.

Research paper thumbnail of Pattern of Suicidal Fatalities In Benghazi Judicial Area

Jamahiriya Medical Journal Published by the Libyan Board of Medical Specialities, 2009

KEY WORDS: Background: The forensic service in Benghazi Judicial Area (BJA) is run by the Benghaz... more KEY WORDS: Background: The forensic service in Benghazi Judicial Area (BJA) is run by the Benghazi medicolegal centre. Suicide is a crisis for the individual, the family and the community and the worst manifestation of depression. There is no documented available reliable data about the size of this problem in BJA, Libya. Objective: to study the epidemiological and medicolegal pattern and to identify the risk factors that precipitate suicidal fatalities in BJA. Methodology: this is a retrospective study of suicidal fatalities in BJA during the period from January 2000 through December 2005. All available records were collected, reviewed and analyzed. Results: the total reported cases of suspicious deaths in BJA were 4799; suicidal deaths which accounted for 4% (195 cases). Suicidal incidence rate was 3 per 100000 population. The number of suicides peaked in 2001and 2003, 2004. South (39%) and North (33%) Benghazi were the top 2 judicial areas for the highest suicide rate. The majority of suicides (94%) were committed in urban areas, in the spring and the beginning of the week. Male to female ratio was 3:1and most victims were in the age group 21-40 years. The majority of suicide victims were Libyans (86.2%) and employed (34.4%). The most common place of suicide was indoors (45.6%) especially within the victim's home. Most suicide victims (43.6%) were single. Hanging was the most common method of suicide (69.7%). Psychiatric illness was the most common motivation in adult male suicide victims (34.3%). Immediate deaths were recorded in 78.4% and the majority of suicide victims were examined clinically (60.5%).Conclusion: Suicide is considered a health problem in BJA, Libya. To help in the understanding of suicide, we must make our self familiar with it. these results may aid policy makers in dealing with this complex issue.

Research paper thumbnail of Assessment of Tobacco Dependence in Al-Bayda City, Libya

Tobacco is the second leading cause of the death in adults' diseases in the world today. This is ... more Tobacco is the second leading cause of the death in adults' diseases in the world today. This is because of tobacco dependence. Therefore, aim of this study is to assess the level of nicotine dependence through a small random group of smokers in the city of Al-Bayda using the Fagerstrom test for nicotine dependence and to know the extent of desire to quit and take action. The study included 150 male smokers, with an age group ranging between 18-60 years, in the period between February and June 2020 through a questionnaire containing six questions from the Fagerstrom test and collected smoking risks and presence of smoking cessation medications. Data were collected and statistically evaluated using chi-square. Most of the participants had a family history, they were smoking imitating brother, father and friends. The average number of cigarettes consumed was more than 31 cigarettes per day, with a 5-minute time difference being the highest. The rate of desire to smoke was observed in the morning hours more than others. The proportion was also high for those who were unable to stop in public even while ill. Most of them are aware of the existence of drugs that help in smoking cessation. As for the attempts to quit, there were attempts during different periods of time, most of which failed due to physical and social reasons. Most of the results indicate a high rate of dependence among smokers, for reasons that may be social and economic. Therefore, we need more data and a wider study area through health centers and try to understand the reasons for returning to smoking and treating them. work to validate reliability.

Research paper thumbnail of TECHNICAL NOTE GENERAL Determining the Effectiveness of Noncontact Three-Dimensional Surface Scanning for the Assessment of Open Injuries

Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2019

Noncontact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods are used within forensic medicine to r... more Noncontact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods are used within forensic medicine to record traumas and other related findings. A structured light scanning technique is one of these methods and the most suitable for the forensic field. An assessment of the efficiency of different structured light scanners with forensic injuries is essential to validate this technique for wound documentation. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the capability of the HP structured light scanner Pro S3 for digitizing open injuries having complicated areas and depths. Fifteen simulated injuries on mannequins were scanned and assessed. Comparisons between 3D and direct wound measurements were made. The results showed that the technique was able to create detailed 3D results of the extensive injuries. Statistical significance tests revealed no difference between the two measurement methods. Because the scanner is applicable for routine work, it should be considered to confirm the same results on real cadavers and actual wounds.

Research paper thumbnail of Documentation and analysis of traumatic injuries in clinical forensic medicine involving structured light three-dimensional surface scanning versus photography

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 2018

Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning has been applied in forensic medicine and has... more Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning has been applied in forensic medicine and has been shown to mitigate shortcoming of traditional documentation methods. The aim of this paper is to assess the efficiency of structured light 3D surface scanning in recording traumatic injuries of live cases in clinical forensic medicine. The work was conducted in Medico-Legal Centre in Benghazi, Libya. A structured light 3D surface scanner and ordinary digital camera with close-up lens were used to record the injuries and to have 3D and two-dimensional (2D) documents of the same traumas. Two different types of comparison were performed. Firstly, the 3D wound documents were compared to 2D documents based on subjective visual assessment. Additionally, 3D wound measurements were compared to conventional measurements and this was done to determine whether there was a statistical significant difference between them. For this, Friedman test was used. The study established that the 3D wound documents had extra features over the 2D documents. Moreover; the 3D scanning method was able to overcome the main deficiencies of the digital photography. No statistically significant difference was found between the 3D and conventional wound measurements. The Spearman's correlation established strong, positive correlation between the 3D and conventional measurement methods. Although, the 3D surface scanning of the injuries of the live subjects faced some difficulties, the 3D results were appreciated, the validity of 3D measurements based on the structured light 3D scanning was established. Further work will be achieved in forensic pathology to scan open injuries with depth information.

Research paper thumbnail of Using structured light three-dimensional surface scanning on living individuals: Key considerations and best practice for forensic medicine A R T I C L E I N F O

Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 2018

Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods have been applied to forensic medicin... more Non-contact three-dimensional (3D) surface scanning methods have been applied to forensic medicine to record injuries and to mitigate ordinary photography shortcoming. However, there are no literature concerning practical guidance for 3D surface scanning of live victims. This paper aimed to investigate key 3D scanning issues of the live body to develop a series of scanning principles for future use on injured victims. The Pico Scan 3D surface scanner was used on live test subjects. The work focused on analysing the following concerns: (1) an appropriate 3D scanning technique to scan different body areas, (2) the ideal number of scans, (3) scanning approaches to access various areas of the body and (4) elimination of environmental background noise in the acquired data. Results showed that scanning only a required surface of the body area in the stable manner was more efficient when compared to complete 360°-scanning; therefore, it used as a standard 3D scanning technique. More than three scans were sufficient when trying to obtain an optimal wireframe mode presentation of the result. Three different approaches were suggested to provide access to the various areas of the body. Undertaking scanning using a black background eliminated the background noise. The work demonstrated that the scanner will be promising to reconstruct injuries from different body areas, although the 3D scanning of the live subjects faced some challenges.

Research paper thumbnail of Pattern of Suicidal Fatalities In Benghazi Judicial Area

Jamahiriya Medical Journal Published by the Libyan Board of Medical Specialities, 2009

KEY WORDS: Background: The forensic service in Benghazi Judicial Area (BJA) is run by the Benghaz... more KEY WORDS: Background: The forensic service in Benghazi Judicial Area (BJA) is run by the Benghazi medicolegal centre. Suicide is a crisis for the individual, the family and the community and the worst manifestation of depression. There is no documented available reliable data about the size of this problem in BJA, Libya. Objective: to study the epidemiological and medicolegal pattern and to identify the risk factors that precipitate suicidal fatalities in BJA. Methodology: this is a retrospective study of suicidal fatalities in BJA during the period from January 2000 through December 2005. All available records were collected, reviewed and analyzed. Results: the total reported cases of suspicious deaths in BJA were 4799; suicidal deaths which accounted for 4% (195 cases). Suicidal incidence rate was 3 per 100000 population. The number of suicides peaked in 2001and 2003, 2004. South (39%) and North (33%) Benghazi were the top 2 judicial areas for the highest suicide rate. The majority of suicides (94%) were committed in urban areas, in the spring and the beginning of the week. Male to female ratio was 3:1and most victims were in the age group 21-40 years. The majority of suicide victims were Libyans (86.2%) and employed (34.4%). The most common place of suicide was indoors (45.6%) especially within the victim's home. Most suicide victims (43.6%) were single. Hanging was the most common method of suicide (69.7%). Psychiatric illness was the most common motivation in adult male suicide victims (34.3%). Immediate deaths were recorded in 78.4% and the majority of suicide victims were examined clinically (60.5%).Conclusion: Suicide is considered a health problem in BJA, Libya. To help in the understanding of suicide, we must make our self familiar with it. these results may aid policy makers in dealing with this complex issue.