Primary ciliary dyskinesia in six patients with bronchiectasis.

Introduction: Primary ciliary dyskinesia [PCD] is generally considered as a rare autosomal recessive disorder. Previous studies reported various prevalence of PCD among patients with bronchiectasis.

Material And Methods: Six PCD patients who were diagnosed during the investigation of 40 patients with bronchiectasis were enrolled in this study.

Effect of Metronidazole on Halitosis of 2 to 10 Years Old Children.

Background: Regarding the fact that halitosis has social and personal aspects which can lead to social embarrassment and consequently low self-esteem and self-confidence in subjects suffering from the problem, especially children, its proper treatment is an important issue.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of metronidazole as a nonspecific antimicrobial agent in the treatment of halitosis in children.

Materials And Methods: In this study, 2-10 years old children with oral halitosis were enrolled.