Publications by authors named "Madhura A Gandhi"

Sushruta, known as the "Father of Surgery," was a pioneering figure in ancient Indian medicine whose contributions have influenced the field of surgery, especially cosmetic surgery and medical practices within the global community. His systematized approach to surgery, with the use of herbal anaesthetics and postoperative care, laid the foundation for surgical practices. Sushruta's emphasis on practical experience, dissection of cadavers, and detailed documentation established standards that continue to underpin surgical education today.

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Dr. Christian Friedrich Samuel Hahnemann (1755) was the visionary founder of homoeopathy, a system of medicine that emerged amidst the orthodox practices of his time. This biography traces Hahnemann's journey from a curious scholar in Meissen to a pivotal figure in global healthcare.

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Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) poses diagnostic and management challenges, while left ventricular global longitudinal strain (LV GLS) provides crucial insights into myocardial function. This case series explores the significance of LV GLS imaging in diagnosing and managing PPCM. Three distinct cases of varying severity highlight the significance of LV-GLS in assessing myocardial function during the peripartum period.

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