Managing high disease burden: a study of medication rationality in diabetes and hypertension in Andhra Pradesh.

Objectives: To assess the burden of chronic Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes and hypertension, and evaluate the utilization of drugs for their treatment among the population of Andhra Pradesh, India.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted to analyse the prevalence of diabetes and hypertension, as well as the pattern of drug usage for their management. Data were collected through surveys and medical records review.

FibroScan's evolution: a critical 20-year review.

FibroScan, initially designed for assessing cheese maturity, has evolved into a crucial medical tool for liver fibrosis diagnosis. This systematic review explores its development history, functionality, and pros and cons compared to traditional liver biopsy. Precision in various clinical settings is scrutinised, emphasising FibroScan's accuracy in conditions like NAFLD and viral-induced liver disease.