Publications by authors named "N Bhatta"
Background: Breast cancer ranks as the second most prevalent malignancy among women in Nepal. This cancer has a high likelihood of cure, if detected early. Therefore, it is imperative to emphasize awareness and screening for breast cancer in Nepal.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Telemedicine provides a means to deliver healthcare across distances, enhancing efficiency and accessibility, especially in low- and middle-income countries. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted its importance by reducing the risk of virus transmission while maintaining healthcare delivery. This study evaluates the telemedicine program implemented at B.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAerosol filters composed of electrostatically charged bipolar fibers are referred to as electret filters. A novel computational model is developed in this work to study the impact of droplet deposition on aerosol capture efficiency of electret fibers. The electret fibers were assumed to have a dipole orientation that was either parallel or perpendicular to the airflow direction.
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- Dermatophytosis, or tinea, is a significant public health issue, particularly in crowded and unhygienic settings like prisons, yet there's limited research on knowledge and hygiene among prisoners, specifically in Nepal.
- The study assessed the knowledge, hygiene practices, and infection rates related to dermatophytosis among 184 prisoners at Central Prison, Nepal, using a validated questionnaire from September 2023 to January 2024.
- Results showed moderate knowledge about dermatophytosis with notable gaps in understanding its spread and prevention, leading to suboptimal hygiene practices, suggesting a need for targeted interventions to improve awareness and reduce infections among prisoners.
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- Dental caries is a common and preventable condition in children, influenced by factors like bacteria, diet, and oral hygiene practices.
- A study conducted at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences assessed the prevalence of dental caries in children's deciduous molars, finding a high rate of 93.33%.
- Most children lacked fluoride treatments and many were visiting a dental clinic for the first time, suggesting a need for improved preventive care and awareness.