Publications by authors named "N K Suri"

Background: Traumatic amputation of the lower limb is a significant life-changing event. It is associated with substantial functional disability.

Objective: To assess the serial improvement in functional mobility outcomes after the rehabilitation provided to traumatic unilateral lower limb amputee (TULLA) over 6 months of follow-up.

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Background: Neck pain is a significant health concern for unilateral upper limb amputees (UULAs), affecting their functional status and quality of life.

Objectives: To address the neck pain burden that is adding to UULA's pre-existing disability and help Physical therapists to judiciously design and execute effective therapeutic strategies.

Methods: We searched databases for articles till October 23, 2023, and included primary studies reporting neck pain prevalence among UULAs.

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Article Synopsis
  • The study aimed to compare the effectiveness and speed of local anesthesia using buffered versus non-buffered 2% lidocaine and 4% articaine during dental extractions.
  • A total of 28 patients were divided into four groups, each receiving different combinations of buffered and non-buffered lidocaine or articaine with adrenaline to assess onset and effectiveness of the anesthesia.
  • Results indicated that buffered solutions provided significantly quicker onset and greater efficacy compared to their non-buffered counterparts, enhancing patient comfort during procedures.
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Cancer remains a major global health challenge, prompting the search for effective and less toxic treatments. Anethole, a bioactive compound found in essential oils of anise and fennel, commonly used as a food preservative, has recently garnered attention for its potential anti-cancer properties. This comprehensive review aims to systematically assess the anti-cancer effects of anethole, elucidating its mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, bioavailability, and synergistic potential with conventional cancer therapies.

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Objective: This study emphasizes the role of preoperative high-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) temporal bone in evaluating the variation in cochlear orientation and proposes a grading system to determine the level of intraoperative difficulties encountered.

Methods: Preoperative correlation of middle ear and inner ear structures along with the basal turn angle (BTA) was done to assess the orientation. Patients were divided into three groups depending on BTA and radiology findings.

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