Publications by authors named "H Patil"
Avulsion of the triceps tendon is a rare injury accounting for less than 1% of all tendon injuries. The triceps is an extensor of the elbow and causes compromised function if left untreated. Complete ruptures should be treated with early repairs for satisfactory outcomes.
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- Common Gram-positive bacteria can lead to infections, with MRSA becoming a major concern in hospitals, causing over 50% of infections and showing high resistance rates in India.
- A two-year study in a Karad hospital analyzed 100 MRSA isolates from various clinical samples, finding that pus and wound swabs were the most common sources and showing significantly higher resistance in males.
- Linezolid was the most effective antibiotic against MRSA in this study, emphasizing the need for strict antibiotic policies and infection control measures to manage MRSA effectively.
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- The study focuses on an aerobic Gram-negative bacillus, which causes severe infections in immunocompromised patients and shows rising resistance to treatments, especially carbapenems.
- Conducted over one year, the research analyzed 118 clinical samples, finding that urine samples had the highest incidence of the bacteria, primarily affecting male patients aged 41-60.
- Results indicated that while the bacteria displayed significant resistance, they were most sensitive to cefepime and amikacin, suggesting a need for revised antibiotic treatment strategies.
Banana (Musa spp.) is a tropical fruit cultivated in over 130 countries, producing significant lignocellulosic biomass. However, much of the agro-industrial waste from banana plants is neglected, contributing to environmental pollution.
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- The study aimed to evaluate how different shapes and sizes of attachments affect tooth movement in clear aligner therapy, using computer models of human canines.
- Finite element analysis was applied to assess stress and displacement of these attachments under a constant force during simulated tooth movements.
- Results revealed that the geometry and size of the attachments significantly influence tooth movement, with specific shapes excelling in different types of movements, suggesting that orthodontists can enhance treatment efficiency with better-designed attachments.