Functional outcome of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with hamstring tendon autograft in Indian population: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury is a significant orthopedic issue globally with varying success rates among different populations. Better understanding of functional outcome can help design suitable protocols for ACL reconstruction and recovery. This review aims to evaluate the epidemiological trends and functional outcomes of ACLR procedures in India.

Association between vitamin D and knee osteoarthritis in Indian population: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) has been implicated in knee osteoarthritis (KOA) development and progression. Prevalence of hypovitaminosis D and osteoporosis in KOA is widely reported in Indian population. However, there is no attempt to critically evaluate the outcome of these studies.

Characterization of virulence factors, antifungal resistance with ERG-11 gene among Candida species isolated from pulmonary samples.

Background: Candida is a part of the normal oropharyngeal flora and the upper respiratory tract. Candida albicans(C. albicans), is the predominant species causing respiratory tract infections associated with pneumonia.