Publications by authors named "C A Desai"

This research aims to optimize adjuvant ovarian function suppression (OFS) for premenopausal Indian women with hormone receptor-positive (HR+) /human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative (HER2-) early breast cancer (eBC). To address specific challenges identified in clinical practice, a comprehensive questionnaire consisting of 21 statements was developed. These statements were reviewed and validated by a scientific committee, ensuring their accuracy and relevance to the study's objectives.

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A 41-year-old woman presented with a left breast mass for which mammography was performed. Mammogram revealed a suspicious BI-RADS 4, palpable left breast mass with associated nipple retraction. As malignancy was suspected, the patient underwent breast MRI and 18F-FDG PET/CT for staging.

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Background: In Canada, more than 60% of persons living with dementia reside in their own homes, and over 25% rely heavily on their care partners (ie, family members or friends) for assistance with daily activities such as personal hygiene, eating, and walking. Assistive technology (AT) is a key dementia management strategy, helping to maintain health and social support in home and community settings. AT comprises assistive products and services required for safe and effective use.

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  • * A study reviewed 261 liver transplant patients, finding that 9 had prior bariatric surgery, and 33% of those experienced biliary complications, primarily in patients with Roux-en-Y or biliopancreatic diversion surgeries.
  • * Effective management of these complications included advanced endoscopic techniques and surgical revisions, with no recurrent strictures observed by the study's end, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach.
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