Publications by authors named "L S Srinivas"
Evaluation of Cytotoxicity of (Garlic Extract) against Human Dental Pulp Fibroblasts.
Int J Clin Pediatr Dent
February 2024
Background: Vital pulp therapy procedures in primary dentition focuses on preservation and maintenance of pulp tissue that has been compromised due to caries, trauma, etc. Several pulp dressing materials have been used in primary teeth and some natural materials from the field of traditional medicine have also been introduced as medicaments in vital pulp therapy. The understanding of biologic and cytotoxic properties of newer materials is important for safe clinical usage.
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- Congenital portosystemic shunts (CPSS) are rare health issues that can cause serious problems such as brain dysfunction, lung issues, and high blood pressure in the lungs.
- The study analyzed 24 patients who underwent transcatheter closure of CPSS, finding that the procedure was successful in most cases, leading to improved health outcomes like normalized blood saturation and reduced pulmonary hypertension.
- While the initial results of the procedure are promising, indicating potential for effective treatment, longer follow-up is necessary to assess the long-term benefits of the transcatheter closure of CPSS.
The immune system seems to play a significant role in the development of schizophrenia. This becomes more evident with the emerging role of MHC complex and cytokines in schizophrenia. In the recent past, several GWAS have implied that the 6p21 region was associated with schizophrenia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCancer refers to the division of abnormal cells at an uncontrollable rate that possesses the ability to infiltrate and destroy normal tissues. It frequently spreads to normal tissues throughout the body, a condition known as metastasis, which is a significant concern. It is the second leading cause of mortality globally and treatment therapy can assist in improving survival rates.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim: To compare the caries risk profile in children with mild, moderate, and severe intellectual disability (ID) using cariogram.
Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted to compare caries risk profile using cariogram among 150 children aged 6-18 years, with various levels of ID (50 each in Mild ID, Moderate ID, and Severe ID groups), attending special schools in Bengaluru city. The risk assessment consisted of: a questionnaire, an interview, estimation of oral hygiene, saliva sampling, microbial evaluation and clinical examination.