Determinants of and barriers to diabetes care among patients with serious mental illness: A scoping review with recommendations.

Aim: We performed a scoping review to identify the diabetes care determinants and barriers in patients with serious mental illness (SMI), in view of limited evidence and clarity.

Methods: We followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews (PRISMA-ScR) Guidelines. PubMed, EMBASE, and Scopus were searched from inception to September 2023 to identify eligible studies.

Cost and cost-effectiveness of treatments for rheumatic heart disease in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review protocol.

Objective: This review will synthesize studies on costs, the impact of these costs, and the cost-effectiveness of treatments for rheumatic heart disease (RHD) in low- and middle-income countries.

Introduction: RHD incurs high costs owing to its clinical complexity, surgical treatments, and prolonged hospital stays. Thus, the disease has a substantial economic impact on the health system, patients, and their families.

Efficacy and Safety of Glycopyrrolate in the Management of Organophosphate and Carbamate Poisoning: A Systematic Review.

Objective: There is a lack of evidence on the effectiveness of antidotes in the management of organophosphate and carbamate (OPC) poisoning. We aimed to review the efficacy and safety of glycopyrrolate in the management of OPC poisoning.

Methodology: Databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Cochrane Library were extensively searched from inception to November 2022 and updated till October 2023.

Clinical characteristics, management, outcome, and cost of stings and bites in patients admitted to a tertiary care teaching hospital.

Aim: The objective of this study was to identify the clinical epidemiology and medical cost of stings and bites at a tertiary care hospital in South India.

Subjects And Methods: The medical records of hospitalized patients in the tertiary care unit between 2016 and 2020 with the history of either being stung or bitten by insects were reviewed retrospectively. The patient's demographic details, clinical symptoms, treatment chart, expenditure details, and outcomes were collected in pre-structured case report forms.

Economic Burden of Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: Protocol for a Systematic Review.

Background: Globally, among all the vector-borne diseases, mosquito-borne diseases are responsible for a substantial number of cases and deaths and amount to an economic cost of US $12 billion per year. However, there is a dearth of systematic research conducted on the economic burden of mosquito-borne diseases. To address the lack of comprehensive information on this topic, a systematic review will be conducted to synthesize evidence for informing targeted policies and strategies addressing this growing burden and for better financial protection of households.

Comparison of sway meter and Kinovea software as a tool of measurement for the sway parameters during quiet standing: An observational study.

Background: Several attempts have been made to quantify postural sway, from simple observational techniques to advanced computer technology. Measuring sway using commercial motion tracking devices and force plates are expensive and not feasible in evaluation on non-standardised surfaces. Video cameras can be used as an affordable alternative to perform human motion capturing, and this data can be analysed using motion tracking software like Kinovea; a free, reliable software that provides valid data, and an acceptable level of accuracy in angular and linear measurements.

The significance of APACHE II as a predictor of mortality in paraquat poisoning: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

The Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II (APACHE II) scoring system is utilised as a prognostic method in paraquat poisoning; however, current evidence shows ambiguity. Although some studies have shown APACHE II to be a superior tool, others have reported it inferior to other prognostic markers, such as lactate, severity index of paraquat poisoning and urine paraquat concentration. Hence, to address this ambiguity, we conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to analyse prognostic accuracy of APACHE II score in predicting mortality in paraquat poisoning.

Examining the Association of Pain and Pain Frequency With Self-Reported Difficulty in Activities of Daily Living and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Findings From the Longitudinal Aging Study in India.

Objectives: We examined the prevalence and associations of self-reported difficulty in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) with pain among community-dwelling older adults in India. We also explored the interaction effects of age and sex in these associations.

Methods: We used the Longitudinal Ageing Study in India (LASI) Wave 1 data (2017-2018).

Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on medicine supply chain for patients with chronic diseases: Experiences of the community pharmacists.

Problem Considered: Coronavirus disease(COVID-19) outbroke towards the end of December 2019 in China, soon it started spreading rapidly to various countries leading to an outburst of pandemic. Due to the restrictions imposed to control the spread of the infection, globally the manufacturing, import and export of medicine and the healthcare services to patients with chronic illness had been affected. This study aimed to explore the perspectives of the pharmacists on the medicine supply chain for patients with chronic diseases during COVID-19 pandemic in India.

Systematic review and meta-analysis of global prevalence of neurotoxic and hemotoxic snakebite envenomation.

Background: The World Health Organization estimates that there are approximately 5.4 million snakebites and 1.8-2.

Proton pump inhibitors use and risk of inflammatory bowel diseases: a meta-analysis of observational studies.

Background And Objective: Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) reduce gastric acid production and they are indicated for myriad gastrointestinal conditions. Prolonged use of PPI has been linked to the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) though this fact is not well established. We aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis to estimate the risk of IBD occurrence with PPI use.

Comprehensive rehabilitation outcome measurement scale (CROMS): development and preliminary validation of an interdisciplinary measure for rehabilitation outcomes.

Introduction: Comprehensive and interdisciplinary measurement of rehabilitation outcome is an essential part of the assessment and prognosis of a patient. Thus, this requires substantial contributions from the patient, their family and the rehabilitation professional working with them. Moreover, the measurement tool should be comprehensive and must consider the cultural compatibility, cost efficiency and contextual factors of the region.

Role of human leukocyte antigen in anti-epileptic drugs-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis: A meta-analysis.

Purpose: Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) are extensively used to manage epilepsy and other comorbidities associated with seizures. Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) has a strong association with AED-induced severe cutaneous adverse drug reactions.

Objective: We aimed to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to identify, critically evaluate, and synthesize the best possible evidence on HLA-associated AED-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome/Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (SJS/TEN).

Artificial intelligence in acute respiratory distress syndrome: A systematic review.

Background And Objective: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening pulmonary disease with a high clinical and cost burden across the globe. Artificial intelligence (AI), an emerging area, has been used for various purposes in ARDS. We aim to summarize the currently available literature on various applications of AI in ARDS through a systematic review.

COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy: The Perils of Peddling Science by Social Media and the Lay Press.

Introduction: Vaccines are the best tools to end the pandemic, and their public acceptance is crucial in achieving herd immunity. Despite global efforts to increase access to vaccination, the World Health Organization explicitly lists vaccination hesitancy (VH) as a significant threat. Despite robust safety reports from regulatory authorities and public health advisories, a substantial proportion of the community remains obsessed with the hazards of vaccination.

Efficacy and safety of saroglitazar for the management of dyslipidemia: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies.

Background And Objective: Saroglitazar is a newer antidiabetic agent approved to manage dyslipidemia. The objective is tevaluate the efficacy and safety profiles of saroglitazar in patients with dyslipidemia.

Methods: A systematic search was conducted using PubMed, Cochrane Library, Scopus, and Google Scholar from the inception until January 2022.

Artificial intelligence in differentiating tropical infections: A step ahead.

Background And Objective: Differentiating tropical infections are difficult due to its homogenous nature of clinical and laboratorial presentations among them. Sophisticated differential tests and prediction tools are better ways to tackle this issue. Here, we aimed to develop a clinician assisted decision making tool to differentiate the common tropical infections.

Relationship between handgrip strength and self-reported functional difficulties among older Indian adults: The role of self-rated health.

Background: Older individuals' handgrip strength is a predictor of functional health and their self-perceptions of health may influence functional health and disability. Hence, the study explored the associations between handgrip strength and self-reported functional difficulties in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental ADL (IADL) among older adults. The study also explored the moderation and mediation effects of self-rated health (SRH) in those associations.

Use of histamine-2 receptor antagonists and risk of inflammatory bowel diseases: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies.

What Is Known And Objective: The effect of histamine-2 receptor antagonists (H2RAs) use causing inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) has been reported in few isolated observational studies; however, pooled estimation of IBD risk has not been done. The present study was conducted to estimate the risk of IBD [Crohn's disease (CD), ulcerative colitis (UC) and microscopic colitis (MC)], among H2RAs users.

Methods: Databases such as MEDLINE/PubMed, Scopus and Cochrane Library were searched from inception to January 2021.

Mobile applications in medical education: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objective: This review evaluates the effectiveness of smartphone applications in improving academic performance and clinical practice among healthcare professionals and students.

Methods: This study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Articles were retrieved from PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane library through a comprehensive search strategy.

Impact of Diabetes in COVID-19 Associated Mucormycosis and its Management: A Non-Systematic Literature Review.

Background: COVID-19 has become extremely dangerous manifesting itself in a variety of forms ranging from a simple flu-like illness to death. COVID-19 associated mucormycosis (CAM) is a global threat with diabetes being a major contributor.

Objective: This review aims to give a clear picture of the impact of hyperglycemia in CAM along with its management.

Prevalence and correlates of pain and associated depression among community-dwelling older adults: Cross-sectional findings from LASI, 2017-2018.

Background: Health practitioners often meet older persons suffering both from pain and depression. The study aimed to examine the factors associated with pain among older individuals and its association with major depression. In addition, the interaction between self-rated health (SRH), wealth status, and pain that is associated with depression are explored.

Methotrexate related cutaneous adverse drug reactions: a systematic literature review.

Objectives: Recently, there is an increased number of reports being published on Methotrexate (MTX) related cutaneous manifestations. We aimed to identify and critically appraise descriptive studies describing the MTX related skin manifestations, treatment approach, and their outcomes.

Methodology: An extensive literature search was performed in the PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases from inception to April 2021 without any restrictions along with the bibliographic search of included studies, grey literature search, and a snowball search was performed in Google and Google Scholar to identify the relevant literature.