A review on hydroxyapatite fabrication: from powders to additive manufactured scaffolds.

Hydroxyapatite (HA), the main inorganic bone component, is the most widely researched bioceramic for bone repair. This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent advancements in HA synthesis methods and their integration into additive manufacturing (AM) processes. Synthesis methodologies discussed include wet, dry, and biomimetic routes, emphasizing their impact on tailoring the physicochemical properties of HA for biomedical applications.

Exploring the frontiers of metal additive manufacturing in orthopaedic implant development.

This paper provides a thorough analysis of recent advancements and emerging trends in the integration of metal additive manufacturing (AM) within orthopedic implant development. With an emphasis on the use of various metals and alloys, including titanium, cobalt-chromium, and nickel-titanium, the review looks at their characteristics and how they relate to the creation of various orthopedic implants, such as spinal implants, hip and knee replacements, and cranial-facial reconstructions. The study highlights how metal additive manufacturing (AM) can revolutionize the field by enabling customized implant designs that take patient anatomical variances into account.

Evaluation of antibacterial and antifungal activities of a commercially available herbal mouthwash in accordance with the PN-EN 1040 and EN 1650 standards.

Periodontitis is complex microbial plaque induced condition. In this study, HiOra herbal mouthwash widely marketed in India, achieved a 5-log reduction in standard fungi and bacterial strains within 60 min. Thereby demonstrating antibacterial and antifungal activity similar to chlorhexidine and accordance with the PN EN 1040 and EN 1650 standards.

From Crisis to Cure: The Resilient Recovery of a Patient With Tetanus.

Tetanus is a severe neurological condition triggered by the toxin of , resulting in extreme muscle stiffness and spasms. Although vaccination can prevent it, without treatment, tetanus carries a high risk of death due to respiratory failure and autonomic disturbances. This case report describes a 24-year-old Indian male who developed tetanus after branding (a traditional procedure for jaundice in rural India) on his wrist.

Enhanced diabetic retinopathy detection using U-shaped network and capsule network-driven deep learning.

Glaucoma, a severe eye disease leading to irreversible vision loss if untreated, remains a significant challenge in healthcare due to the complexity of its detection. Traditional methods rely on clinical examinations of fundus images, assessing features like optic cup and disc sizes, rim thickness, and other ocular deformities. Recent advancements in artificial intelligence have introduced new opportunities for enhancing glaucoma detection.