Publications by authors named "Pranathi Yannamani"
Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare neoplastic condition characterised by gelatinous ascites, which generally arise from mucin-producing appendiceal tumours. Presentation is variable but requires prompt recognition to ensure appropriate specialist management due to risk of malignancy.A male in his 40s presented with a 1-day history of sudden onset, non-migratory abdominal pain, worse in the right iliac fossa.
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- Empathy is crucial in medical practice and teamwork, but evidence shows it may decline over time in surgical trainees, particularly in the UK.
- A study involving 10 semi-structured interviews with surgical trainees revealed that while empathy evolves with experience, many believe it transforms more into desensitization rather than a true decline.
- Participants noted the importance of improving interprofessional relationships and training opportunities, especially in light of challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, indicating a need for further research in this area.