Publications by authors named "A S Brar"

Background: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which affects over 2.3 million people in the USA, involves chronic gut inflammation and can lead to cardiovascular complications, including pericarditis. Whether pericarditis in IBD patients is caused by medication, or by the disease itself, remains unclear.

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A multi-season research trial entitled 'crop residue management effects on yield and water productivity of summer mung bean (Vigna radiata L.) under different irrigation regimes in Indian Punjab' was conducted at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Regional Research Station (RRS), Bathinda, during rabi 2020 and 2021. The field experiment was conducted in a split-plot layout with nine treatment combinations and replicated thrice.

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Perinatal depression is associated with adverse maternal, newborn and child health outcomes. Treatment gaps and sociocultural factors contribute to its disproportionate burden in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Task-sharing approaches, such as peer counseling, have been developed to improve access to mental health services.

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Article Synopsis
  • Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is gaining popularity in dentistry due to its minimally invasive approach, ability to kill bacteria, and reduce tooth sensitivity.
  • Despite its advantages, concerns about tooth discoloration and the need for more research on its long-term effects remain.
  • The article highlights the potential of SDF in dental care while stressing the importance of ongoing research and education to fully leverage its benefits.
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Background: To evaluate C-reactive protein (CRP) levels in peri-implantitis patients.

Material And Methods: This study comprised a total of 100 participants. Fifty participants with a confirmed clinical and radiological diagnosis of peri-implantitis formed one group.

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