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patient with bilateral renal enlargement

patient with bilateral renal enlargement are commonly shown in PACES. The causes would be:
1. Polycystic kidney disease (very common and almost 100% in PACES)

2. Bilateral hydronephrosis (rare in PACES)
3. Amyloidosis (rare)

hshould Zimbabwe compromise democracy for peace

Should Zimbabwe compromise democracy for peace

With China, Russia and South Africa vetoing attempts to place sanctions on the regime of Robert Mugabe, it seems increasingly likely that the government and the opposition will be encouraged to find a compromise solution to the current crisis.

Nelson Mandela: A nation's icon

Nelson Mandela: A nation's icon

By Peter Biles
BBC News, South Africa

Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela is celebrating his 90th birthday on 18 July
No matter how often I see Nelson Mandela, it is always a special moment that makes me feel privileged to live and work in South Africa.

This week, he came to the French School in Johannesburg for a birthday function arranged by one of his charities, the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund.

The children all wore T-shirts in honour of the man they call "The Children's Champion".

Mandela arrived in one of his trademark tops, a flamboyant gold and white patterned shirt, buttoned at the collar.

Bangladesh's unwanted people

By Mark Dummett BBC News, Dhaka

Loyalties are divided in the camp

Why US could lose out on India nuclear trade

By Brajesh Upadhyay BBC News, Washington

Manmohan Singh wants the deal despite domestic opposition

US companies may end up watching from the sidelines as nuclear fuel and technology trade between India and other suppliers develops.

That is the warning to Washington if the Indo-US nuclear deal is unable to get Congressional approval in time.

India left launch nuclear protest

The communists are fiercely critical of the nuclear deal Left-wing parties in India have launched a national campaign against a controversial India-US nuclear deal. The communists stopped supporting the government last week in protest at its decision to push ahead with the deal to meet India's soaring energy needs.

Israeli doubts over Syria peace

By Jonathan Marcus BBC diplomatic correspondent, Jerusalem

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was a busy man on Sunday. As the chief intermediary between Israel and Syria he held separate talks with both the Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and the Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

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infestation (in-fes-ta´shәn) parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin and/or its appendages, as by insects, mites, or ticks; sometimes used to denote parasitic invasion of the organs and tissues, as by helminths.

Breakthrough' in malaria fight

By Phil Mercer BBC News, Sydney A sticky substance allows infected blood cells to stick to the blood vessels Australian scientists have identified a potential treatment to combat malaria. Researchers in Melbourne believe their discovery could be a major breakthrough in the fight against the disease. The malaria parasite produces a glue-like substance which makes the cells it infects sticky, so they cannot be flushed through the body. The researchers have shown removing a protein responsible for the glue can destroy its stickiness, and undermine the parasite's defence

Sleeping soundly 'boosts memory'

The best way to guard against forgetfulness? A refreshing night's sleep may be the best way to boost memory, a study suggests. Researchers found sleep appears to have a dramatic impact on the way the brain functions the next day. It appears to strengthen connections between nerve cells in the brain - a process key to both learning and memory. so join with the 24/7 society or more than ever

Iraq faces dilemma over US troops

By Jim Muir BBC News, Baghdad The UN mandate allowing US troops in Iraq expires at the end of 2008 US presidential contender Barack Obama has repeatedly seized on statements attributed to Iraqi leaders to support his call for a troop withdrawal deadline.

'Drunk' referee shown red card

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A football referee has been suspended for allegedly being drunk while officiating a league game in Belarus.

It was thought at first that Sergei Shmolik, 43, was suffering from back pain. However tests in hospital later revealed that he had high levels of alcohol in his system.

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Turkey charges 86 for 'coup plot'

Some Turks believe their government is a threat to secular values A top Turkish prosecutor has brought charges against 86 people allegedly involved in a coup plot.

Pakistan's Asif fails drugs test Asif was detained at a Dubai airport last month Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Asif has tested positive for a banned substance during an Indian Premier League (IPL) game, tournament organisers have said.

Sudan head accused of war crimes

Sudan head accused of war crimes
Omar al-Bashir (March 2008)
Sudan says an indictment of Mr Bashir would harm any prospects of peace

Sudan's president has been accused of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in Darfur by the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court.

FIRST TEST, Lord's (day five):14/07/08

FIRST TEST, Lord's (day five):
England 593-8 dec v South Africa 247 & 312-1

South Africa reached lunch with no further loss on the final day of the first Test against England at Lord's.

Neil McKenzie and Hashim Amla extended their adhesive partnership to 108 from 46 overs in an uneventful session, the tourists only 34 behind at 312-1.

McKenzie came close to a bat pad catch off Monty Panesar in the first over but neither batsman looked in difficulty.

England captain Michael Vaughan tried all sorts of things, even going for a leg theory with four men close in.