Computer diagnosis in cardiology: oxidative stress hypothesis.
BACKGROUND
Virtual scanning is one of the emerging technologies in complementary medicine practice. The diagnostic principle is hinged on perception and ultra weak light emission, while the treatment options associated with it includes diet, flash light, exercise and relaxation. However, a mechanism that links the diagnostic and treatment principles has yet to be elucidated.


OBJECTIVE
The objective here is to further explanation of oxidative stress concept as the biochemical basis of the technology.


METHODS
Using available literature and basic science textbook, the function of the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenalin axis as neuro-endocrine physiological system that is strongly linked to the rate of alterations in biochemical processes through to cardiovascular complications is articulated.


RESULTS
The hypothesis brings to fore the potential of using the alterations in biochemical processes associated with cognition as tool to validate the Virtual Scanning technology for possible incorporation into clinical practice. Or vice versa to use Virtual Scanning technology to determine the chemiluminescence-related biochemical changes resulting from pathologies that could benefit from relaxation, light therapy, exercise and antioxidant nutrition.


CONCLUSIONS
This article advances the applicability of cognitive test procedure for indication of the disease(s) affecting heart function. The implication for some laboratory indices that are already available in clinical practice is highlighted. Investigation of this hypothesis will help provide clear link between plausible mechanism and the theory proposed.
Institute of Clinical Pathology and Medical Research, South West Pathology Service, 590 Smollett Albury NSW 2640, Australia.
Ezekiel Uba
EU
Nwose
Graham Wilfred
GW
Ewing