Publications by authors named "H S Uppal"
Background: Infertility is not only a reproductive health problem; it's also emotionally painful. Currently, treatments for infertility are receiving more attention, but emotional support is equally important. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of meditation, exercises, dietary, and life-style modifications on depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem among infertile women.
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- - Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a condition caused by spinal cord compression due to disc degeneration, traditionally treated with anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF), which may lead to complications like adjacent segment disease (ASD).
- - This study retrospectively compared the effectiveness of ACDF and cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) in treating CSM in 110 matched patients (55 in each group) over a minimum follow-up of two years.
- - Results showed no significant differences in demographics, complication rates, or patient-reported outcomes between the ACDF and CDA groups, indicating that both surgical options may be equally effective for patients with CSM.
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- A stress fracture is caused by an imbalance in the bone that occurs due to increased training demands, and recognizing its causes and proper treatment is crucial to prevent repeat injuries.* -
- The case series discusses five young Indian athletes suffering from medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) leading to stress fractures, showcasing the importance of accurate diagnosis and rehabilitation for recovery.* -
- Effective rehabilitation includes addressing the underlying causes of the injury, minimizing risk factors, biomechanical corrections, a structured exercise regimen, and a gradual increase in training loads for a safe return to sports.*
Chest trauma clinical practice guideline protects against delirium in patients with rib fractures.
Trauma Surg Acute Care Open
June 2024
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- Traumatic rib fractures significantly impact patient health, prompting the development of a comprehensive clinical practice guideline (CTCPG) at Vancouver General Hospital to improve patient management and outcomes.* -
- A study comparing patients before and after the CTCPG implementation revealed increased use of multimodal pain therapy and a notable decrease in delirium, although other outcomes like hospital stay and mortality remained unchanged.* -
- The findings suggest that the CTCPG enhances pain management and reduces delirium incidence, but further multicenter studies are needed to confirm these benefits in chest trauma care.*
Upper limb surgeons frequently encounter complex cases involving the proximal humerus, elbow joint, and proximal forearm, both in trauma and elective practice. Given the diverse pathology in these areas, various surgical approaches have been described, each with its advantages, limitations, and specific patient positioning requirements. We describe an operative technique that modifies the use of an existing, commercially available, dynamic pneumatic limb positioner, the TRIMANO FORTIS (Arthrex, Maquet GmbH), for open and arthroscopic procedures of the elbow, proximal forearm, midshaft, and distal humerus.
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