Impact of Cochlear Implant on the Quality of Life in Post Lingual Deafened Adult Population in Tertiary Care Centre.

Unlabelled: In India, 7-8% of the population is affected by post lingual deafness, which can lead to job dissatisfaction, depression, social withdrawal, and educational challenges. Despite the benefits, cochlear implantation in Northern India remains underutilized. This study examines the impact of cochlear implants on post lingual deafness, along with their etiology and indications.

Petrous Bone Cholesteatoma- A Comprehensive Management Algorithm and Outcomes.

Unlabelled: Background: Petrous bone cholesteatoma (PBC) is a challenging condition involving the development of an epidermoid cyst within the petrous portion of the temporal bone. Advances in radiological imaging and skull base surgery have refined the management of PBC. Methods: An ambispective descriptive study was conducted on patients diagnosed with PBC between 2021 and 2024.

Characterization of Bioactive Metabolites in Phormidium sp. PB21: Pigment Production, Antimicrobial Potential, and Toxicity Assessment.

This study investigates the morphological characteristics, pigment production, antimicrobial activity, and toxicity of secondary metabolites from the filamentous cyanobacterium Phormidium sp. PB21, isolated from freshwater ecosystems. The strain demonstrated significant potential for bioactive compound production, as evidenced by its chlorophyll-a and carotenoid production.

Rehabilitation Following Multiple Limb Amputation: A Case Report.

Multiple limb amputations are uncommon and may result from various causes, including trauma, metabolic disorders, severe burns, purpura fulminans, and drug use. Such amputations pose substantial physical, emotional, and social challenges, necessitating a comprehensive and multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach. This report discusses the rehabilitation of a 30-year-old male patient with multiple limb amputations, including a right transradial amputation, a left transhumeral amputation, and a left transfemoral amputation, following a railway accident.