Factors Influencing Surgical Site Infections in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Prospective Analysis.

Background Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a significant concern in surgical practice, contributing to increased morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and healthcare costs. Understanding SSIs' incidence and risk factors is crucial for improving patient outcomes. This study aimed to identify the various risk factors contributing to SSIs in a tertiary hospital, with the goal of informing better clinical practices and preventive measures.

Insights Into the Epidemiological, Clinical, Histopathological, and Dermoscopic Aspects of Chronic Plaque Psoriasis.

Background Psoriasis is a persistent inflammatory condition of the skin marked by clearly demarcated red plaques adorned with silvery scales. It impacts individuals across different age ranges and presents with unique clinical, histological, and dermoscopic characteristics. This research seeks to offer an extensive assessment of the demographic, clinical, histological, and dermoscopic attributes of chronic plaque psoriasis (CPP).

Prevalence and Predictors of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Family Members of Patients With Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

Background And Aims: Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the commonest cause of chronic liver disease worldwide. Despite the high prevalence, no screening recommendations yet exist. We designed a prospective observational study to estimate the prevalence of NAFLD in the family of patients with NAFLD and develop a predictive model for identifying it.

FibroScan-aspartate aminotransferase score in an Asian cohort of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and its utility in predicting histological resolution with bariatric surgery.

Background And Aim: The FibroScan-aspartate aminotransferase (FAST) score was developed for identifying patients with non-alcoholic steatohepatitis, who also have an elevated non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) activity score (NAS) ≥ 4 and significant fibrosis (F ≥ 2). We aimed to validate it in our NAFLD cohort and assess if it correlates with the histological changes after bariatric surgery.

Methods: Patients with NAFLD, including those undergoing bariatric surgery, were included.