Dynamics of Human Palatal Wound Healing and the Associated Microbiome.

Wound healing in the oral mucosa is superior to that in the skin, with faster wound closure accompanied by reduced inflammation, less angiogenesis, and minimal scar formation. A well-characterized oral wound model is critical to investigating the mechanisms of oral wound closure and the efficacy of various clinical interventions. Currently, there are a few human oral wound models, although none of them are well characterized.

Viral Keratitis, Surgical Intervention in Viral Keratitis, Challenges in Diagnosis and Treatment of Viral Keratitis, HSV, HZV.

Viral keratitis is a significant cause of ocular morbidity and visual impairment worldwide. In recent years, there has been a growing understanding of the pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic modalities for viral keratitis. The most common viral pathogens associated with this condition are adenovirus, herpes simplex (HSV), and varicella-zoster virus (VZV).

Cell-based therapy in the management of Class III Miller's recession - A case report with 45-month follow-up.

Miller's Class III gingival recessions (GRs) have always posed a challenge to the clinicians in terms of achieving complete root coverage (CRC). In the present case, a cell-based therapy with autologous fibroblasts seeded onto a Type 1 collagen membrane, through an culturing method was utilized. The fibroblasts-seeded membrane was surgically placed under a laterally repositioned flap.

Refractive profile of children treated with intravitreal bevacizumab for retinopathy of prematurity.

Purpose: To study the refractive profile of children after they received intravitreal injection of bevacizumab for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP).

Methods: The study was conducted at a tertiary eye care hospital in South India. ROP patients of more than 1 year of age, presenting to the Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic and Retina Clinic and having history of treatment for type I ROP with intravitreal bevacizumab (IVB) or intravitreal bevacizumab and laser photocoagulation were included in the study.

A cross-sectional study of pre- and posttraining evaluation of inhaler use technique among outpatients with bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease at a tertiary care hospital in India.

Context: Management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) includes use of inhalers as an integral component of drug delivery. Awareness about inhaler devices along with demonstration of the usage of inhaler technique aids in the optimization of therapeutic outcome.

Aim: This study aimed to assess the correct use of inhaler technique following pre- and posttraining sessions for the management of COPD and asthma among pulmonary outpatients at a tertiary care hospital.

Single-arm tool for assessment of anomalous head posture.

Background: Anomalous head posture (AHP) measurement is crucial in the management of nystagmus and incomitant strabismus and also during follow-up assessments. The types of AHP include chin posture, head tilt, and face turn. Goniometer is a low-cost tool widely used to measure head posture.

Prescription audit of a teaching hospital in South India using World Health Organization core prescribing indicators - A cross-sectional study.

Aim: World Health Organization (WHO) core prescribing indicators are highly standardized tools in reliably assessing the essential aspects of drug utilization pattern. It is critical that the rational use of drug prescribing is scrutinized for the utmost benefit of patient welfare. In this study, we aim to assess the prescription pattern and prescribing behavior of physicians using the WHO-recommended core prescribing indicators at a teaching hospital in South India.

Potpourri of retinopathies in rare eye disease - A case series.

This case series describes the ocular and retinal manifestations of rare eye diseases in systemic syndromes. This observational case series consists of five patients with varied ophthalmic manifestations and documentation of imaging in rare pediatric and adult retinopathies. Two patients had Kearns Sayre syndrome (KSS) based on the classical triad of external ophthalmoplegia, pigmentary retinopathy, and onset before 20 years of age.

Technique of using Cionni capsular tension ring in the management of of ectopia lentis cases.

Background: Ectopia lentis is a condition that compromises vision in childhood by inducing either double vision or aphakic visual axis. Correction of lens status is of prime importance to prevent amblyopia or sensory strabismus.

Purpose: Placing an intraocular lens (IOL) in the bag in such cases will maintain aqueous vitreous barrier but it is a difficult task.

Genomic diversity and antimicrobial resistance of Campylobacter spp. from humans and livestock in Nigeria.

Background: Campylobacter spp. are zoonotic pathogens, ubiquitous and are found naturally as commensals in livestock from where they can be transmitted to humans directly or through animal products. The genomic diversity and antimicrobial resistance profile of Campylobacter was investigated with a focus on C.

Drug utilization pattern and factors associated with polypharmacy and excessive polypharmacy in geriatric medical out-patients at a rural health training centre in India.

Context: Multiple chronic illnesses associated with ageing population demands the role of polypharmacy. Drug utilization study in terms of description of drug use pattern in the geriatric patients aids in monitoring polypharmacy as well as to determine the factors contributing to it.

Objectives: To analyse the drug utilization pattern in geriatric patients at a rural health training centre.

Novel device to contain aerosols during phacoemulsification.

We herein describe a novel device to contain droplets and aerosols during phacoemulsification. We modified the silicon phaco test chamber into an aerosol containment chamber (ACC) by shortening the chamber and making a pear-shaped opening at one aspect of its tip. The ACC was fitted over phaco tip such that 4-5 mm of phaco tip and sleeve was exposed.

Epidemiology and Clinicopathological Profile of Renal Cell Carcinoma: A Review from Tertiary Care Referral Centre.

Renal cell carcinoma (RCC) accounts for 3% of all adult cancers and 85% of all kidney tumours. Incidence of RCC is lower in Asian region, particularly in India, probably due to lack of reporting. Most of the data about RCC are from Western countries; and data from India are scarce, especially regarding para-neoplastic syndromes.

Assessment on knowledge and practice of postexposure prophylaxis of human immuno-deficiency virus among staff nurses and paramedical workers at a tertiary care hospital in South India.

Introduction: Adequate knowledge about the presence of postexposure prophylaxis (PEP) against human immuno-deficiency virus (HIV) is imperative for health-care workers. This study focuses on the evaluation of the present knowledge and practice of nurses and paramedical workers on the post exposure prophylaxis against HIV.

Aim: The aim of this study is to assess and compare the knowledge and practice of PEP against HIV among Staff Nurses and Paramedical workers.

Asian-Pacific perspective on the psychological well-being of healthcare workers during the evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has led to significant strain on front-line healthcare workers.

Aims: In this multicentre study, we compared the psychological outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic in various countries in the Asia-Pacific region and identified factors associated with adverse psychological outcomes.

Method: From 29 April to 4 June 2020, the study recruited healthcare workers from major healthcare institutions in five countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Growth and combined experimental and quantum chemical study of glycyl-L-Valine crystal.

Glycyl-L-Valine (GLV) crystals were grown using distilled water as the solvent at room temperature by solution growth technique. Powder X-ray diffraction confirms the crystalline quality of GLV crystal. The molecular structure of GLV crystal was identified by C NMR spectral studies.

The Role of Communication During Trauma Activations: Investigating the Need for Team and Leader Communication Training.

Objective: Fatal errors due to miscommunication among members of trauma teams are 2 to 4 times more likely to occur than in other medical teams, yet most trauma team members do not receive communication effectiveness training. A needs assessment was conducted to examine trauma team members' miscommunication experiences and research scientists' evaluations of live trauma activations. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate that communication training is necessary and highlight specific team communication competencies that trauma teams should learn to improve communication during activations.

Prevalence and antibacterial resistance patterns of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase producing Gram-negative bacteria isolated from ocular infections.

Purpose: Extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) mediated resistance is more prevalent worldwide, especially among Gram-negative bacterial isolates, conferring resistance to the expanded spectrum cephalosporins. As limited data were available on the prevalence of ESBLs in this area, the current study was undertaken to determine the prevalence, antibacterial resistance patterns, and molecular detection and characterization of ESBL encoding resistance genes among ocular Gram-negative bacterial isolates from ocular infections.

Materials And Methods: A prospective study was done on 252 ocular Gram-negative bacterial isolates recovered from ocular infections during a study period from February 2011 to January 2014.

Fungal Keratitis Caused by Exserohilum, An Emerging Pathogen.

Purpose: To determine the epidemiology, risk factors, clinical features, and prognosis of fungal keratitis caused by Exserohilum.

Methods: All culture-proven cases of keratomycosis caused by Exserohilum presented from January 2012 to December 2014 were retrospectively analyzed using a computerized database.

Results: Among 1542 cases of keratomycosis, 47 (3%) were due to Exserohilum.