Publications by authors named "P Ish"
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- * A study on 40 NSCLC patients in north India found a 15% prevalence of EGFR mutations, noting distinct mutation patterns based on cancer type; squamous cell carcinoma had specific mutations, while adenocarcinoma had multiple mutation types.
- * The research highlighted a notable discrepancy in common EGFR mutations, which were rare in the study population, suggesting that unique genetic factors in the Indian population might influence mutation patterns; further studies are recommended to explore these genetic differences.
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage: a retrospective study from a tertiary care center.
Monaldi Arch Chest Dis
October 2024
Diffuse alveolar hemorrhage (DAH) is characterized by a syndrome of alveolar bleeding, a fall in hemoglobin, and respiratory failure. It can occur because of various immunologic and non-immunologic conditions. The etiology of DAH is important, as treatment varies with the etiology.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAsthma is an obstructive lung disease with high prevalence. Symptom control in asthma remains poor despite significant advancements in treatment guidelines and inhalational devices. This is often attributed to inadequate patient adherence to the inhaler technique and insufficient education on its long-term use.
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- Tuberculosis (TB) is a major risk for healthcare workers in India, with a systematic review finding a prevalence of 2391.6 cases per 100,000 individuals.
- Factors contributing to this high prevalence include poor ventilation, lack of personal protective equipment, and exposure to multidrug-resistant TB.
- The study highlights the need for stricter infection control, regular TB screenings, and better training for HCWs, along with policy changes to support India's TB elimination goals by 2025.