Serum IgE and beta 2 microglobulin levels were determined in 31 patients suffering from acute myocardial infarction and 30 patients with other forms of ischemic heart disease. The levels of these parameters were studied on the first, third and seventh day after the onset of disease. The immunological method used for the determinations was ELISA Patients with myocardial infarction showed an...

however, that the real value of any such trials is that they encourage standardisation of management methods, including all the items mentioned above. This conclusion might disappoint a trial technocrat, but it should be accepted as part of the difficulty and frustration inherent in clinical research. Furthermore, the scientific committees of grant giving bodies need to acknowledge more readily...

from all levels of our educational system. A crossroads of nations and civilisations, Cyprus has succeeded in preserving its diversity and cultural identity. Here, according to mythology, the goddess of beauty Cyprian Aphrodite, and the stoic philosopher Zenon, were born. Our ancient poet, Stasinos, continued in the tradition of Homer. The people of this island love freedom and defend democracy...