A Novel Secure Authentication Protocol for e-Health Records in Cloud with a New Key Generation Method and Minimized Key Exchange.

In wake of covid19, many countries are shifting their paper-based health record management from manual processes to digital ones. The major benefit of digital health record is that data can be easily shared. As health data is sensitive, more security is to be provided to gain the trust of stakeholders.

Estimating the mineral density of trabecular bone using Compton scattering.

This study proposes a technique based on Compton scattering to estimate trabecular bone mineral density (TBMD), which is important for understanding bone strength, and hence, is pivotal for estimating the condition of the bone. Bone phantoms (a mixture of paraffin wax and bone powder) with various concentrations of bone ash were prepared to simulate the trabecular bone. These samples were exposed to primary gamma photon flux from aCs (222 GBq) radioisotope source one after the other, and the scattered photon flux was detected using an NaI(Tl) detector.

The effect of two groups of intrathecal fentanyl doses on analgesic outcomes and adverse effects in parturients undergoing cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials with trial sequential analysis.

Background: Variable doses of intrathecal fentanyl (ITF) have been used for peri-operative analgesia during cesarean delivery (CD). We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare lower doses (LD; ≤12.5 µg) and higher doses (HD; >12.

Characterization of Eggplant Genotypes for Different Resistance Mechanisms Against Leucinodes orbonalis.

Host plant resistance mechanisms play an important role in developing cultivars with resistance to the target pests; information regarding morphological and biochemical factors contributing to the resistance is essential for developing pest-resistant cultivars. As a result, we investigated the contribution of various morphological and biochemical characters in forty-two eggplant genotypes against Leucinodes orbonalis Guenée, in Himachal Pradesh, India. Out of all the phenotypic parameters evaluated, pericarp thickness (r = 0.

Dissemination and persistence of extended-spectrum cephalosporin-resistance encoding IncI1-bla plasmid among Escherichia coli in pigs.

This study investigated the ecology, epidemiology and plasmid characteristics of extended-spectrum cephalosporin (ESC)-resistant E. coli in healthy pigs over a period of 4 years (2013-2016) following the withdrawal of ESCs. High carriage rates of ESC-resistant E.

Non-destructive study of wood using the Compton scattering technique.

A simple nondestructive method is presented in this study to characterize woods having different densities, thus estimating the size and depth of inhomogeneities in given wood samples using the Compton scattering technique (CST). This technique uses a collimated beam of 662-keV energy from Cs radioactive source, and the scattered flux is detected by an NaI(Tl) detector. To characterize different wood samples on the basis of their densities, both scattering and transmission experiments were performed.

The anatomy of Rouviere's sulcus as seen during laparoscopic cholecystectomy: A proposed classification.

Introduction: Although Rouviere's sulcus is being increasingly mentioned as the first landmark to be seen so as to begin dissection during laparoscopic cholecystectomy to prevent bile duct injuries, the anatomy of the sulcus has not been described in clear and simple terms.

Objectives: To define the detailed anatomy of Rouviere sulcus as seen during laparoscopic surgery in simple terms for the surgeons to refer to and begin their dissection from this, always staying above this sulcus in order to eliminate bile duct injury.

Methods: 100 recordings of laparoscopic cholecystectomy were analysed to define the anatomy of the Rouviere's sulcus.

A comparison between modified Alvarado score and RIPASA score in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis.

Acute appendicitis is a common but elusive surgical condition and remains a diagnostic dilemma. It has many clinical mimickers and diagnosis is primarily made on clinical grounds, leading to the evolution of clinical scoring systems for pin pointing the right diagnosis. The modified Alvarado and RIPASA scoring systems are two important scoring systems, for diagnosis of acute appendicitis.

Multiple Giant Sebaceous Cysts of Scalp.

Sebaceous cyst is an epidermal cyst often found on the hairy areas of the body such as scalp, trunk and face. Though commonly encountered in surgical practice, its presentation as multiple giant sebaceous cysts over scalp is rare. However, in long standing cases malignant transformation has also been sparingly reported.

Laryngopyocele: Presenting with pressure symptom.

Laryngocele is a rare, benign dilatation of the laryngeal saccule that may extend internally into the airway or externally through the thyrohyoid membrane. When it is secondarily infected, it is called laryngopyocele, which is even rarer. Many laryngoceles are asymptomatic; sometimes, they may cause a cough, hoarseness, stridor, sore throat and may present as a swelling on one or both sides of the neck.

A Prospective Randomized Study Comparing Non-absorbable Polypropylene (Prolene®) and Delayed Absorbable Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl®) Suture Material in Mass Closure of Vertical Laparotomy Wounds.

Wound dehiscence is a postoperative complication encountered following abdominal surgery. A prospective randomized study was conducted to compare the incidence of wound dehiscence with a delayed absorbable and a nonabsorbable suture material in the mass closure of vertical laparotomy wounds. In one group, 100 patients were analyzed after closure with Prolene®, and in another group, 100 patients were analyzed after closure with Vicryl®.

Status of Day Care Laparoscopic Appendectomy in Developing Countries.

The practice of laparoscopic appendectomy as an ambulatory surgery is uncommon even in apex institutes, more so in developing countries, despite proven feasibility. To promote this practice in the developing countries like ours, we attempted to find the safety and cost effectiveness in such institutions which have limited resources. Thirty cases of symptomatic appendicitis were tried for same day discharge after laparoscopic appendectomies.

Mesenteric fibromatosis presenting as a diagnostic dilemma: a rare differential diagnosis of right iliac fossa mass in an eleven year old-a rare case report.

An eleven-year-old boy presented with a mass in the right iliac fossa for the last 21 days associated with pain, fever, anorexia, and nausea. The patient was thoroughly investigated and contrast-enhanced CT abdomen revealed a well-defined mass in the region of right iliac fossa. Exploratory laparotomy was done and a mass measuring 10 cm in diameter arising from mesentery of proximal ileum and adherent with the wall of ileum was seen.

Multiple extramedullary plasmacytoma with lytic bony lesions: a rare case report.

Objective. Multiple extramedullary plasmacytoma lesions involving subcutaneous tissue, breast, mediastinal tissue, spleen, and soft tissue of pelvic region along with multiple bones plasmacytomas without marrow plasmacytosis are a very rare presentation. Design.

Isolated cystic duct lymph node tuberculosis.

Tuberculosis of the cystic duct lymph node without involvement of gall bladder is exceedingly rare. Cholelithiasis is a usual accompaniment. A case of 65-year-old woman was diagnosed to have cholelithiasis.