Publications by authors named "P H Bawaskar"
Evolution of Left Ventricular Thrombus on Serial Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study assesses the evolution and embolic risk of left ventricular (LV) thrombus using cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR), which is the current standard for detecting LV thrombus.
- At 3, 6, and 12 months post-detection, the resolution rates of LV thrombus were 25%, 47%, and 63% respectively, indicating a slower than expected resolution rate.
- Factors contributing to unresolved thrombus include a history of myocardial infarction, LV aneurysm, and larger thrombus volume, leading to a recommendation for extended anticoagulation in high-risk patients.
Diagnosing Myocarditis Using Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging: Let's Avoid Getting Burned.
JACC Cardiovasc Imaging
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) deficiency is prevalent in the Indian population, leading to anemia and various health issues, including central nervous system and cardiovascular problems due to elevated homocysteine levels.
- A study at Bawaskar Hospital examined nearly 2,000 patients for dietary habits and blood levels of B12 and homocysteine, finding a significant number of vegetarians, particularly housewives, among those affected.
- Clinical signs such as hair loss, memory issues, and weakness were common, and incorporating vitamin supplements directly into meals was shown to effectively boost blood vitamin levels.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrinological disorder affecting women of reproductive age, characterized by hormonal imbalance leading to metabolic and reproductive dysregulations. This case report revolves around a 30-year-old husband and his 27-year-old partner. The male partner had normozoospermia, and the female spouse had PCOS, according to the couple's diagnostic evaluations.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWe report a case series of two patients who had similar skin pigmentation but were caused by vitamin B12 deficiency and Addison's disease. We further discuss the pathophysiology of skin hyperpigmentation in both of these disorders and the response to treatment. Our case report highlights the importance of the identification of simple bedside clinical signs to diagnose reversible causes of skin pigmentation.
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