Publications by authors named "Rajesh Verma"

Colours of India is an annual cultural phenomenon that transcends the boundaries of professional conferences, uniting endocrinologists through the universal language of music and dance. Since its inception in 2016, this vibrant event has brought together teams from across India and other participating countries, showcasing diverse dance forms while fostering friendships, promoting wellness, and celebrating cultural diversity within the medical community.

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Background: Prognosis of adult tuberculous meningitis patients undergoing a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) surgery is not well known. Prognostic models developed to predict the prognosis might help the clinicians immensely.

Methods: This was a prospective study.

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The DC-DC converter is an essential subsystem in electric vehicle (EV) chargers, and most converters depend on a single-input single-output structure, which can be costly when multiple charging units are needed. Additionally, these converters offer limited voltage gain, restricting charging configurations. This paper proposed a dual-stage high-gain converter that operates in a boost mode with reduced components, using an inductor, capacitor, and 2-diodes (LC2D) to provide high-gain output.

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Fall armyworm (FAW), (J.E. Smith), a threat to maize production systems, is a polyphagous pest of global significance.

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Snakebites are a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Snake envenomation can cause acute local and systemic effects leading to severe complications, even death. Neurological complications such as intracranial hemorrhage, subarachnoid bleed, ischemic strokes, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, and leukoencephalopathy have been reported.

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  • Dengue is a serious viral disease, and Toll-like receptors (TLR), particularly TLR3, are crucial for the body's immune response against it.
  • The study examined how a specific genetic variation (single nucleotide polymorphism) in the TLR3 gene affects susceptibility to dengue encephalitis (DE) among patients.
  • Results indicated that a certain genotype (Phe/Phe) was significantly more common in DE patients compared to those without neurological symptoms, but this genetic variation did not influence mortality within one month.*
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Lidocaine patches are commonly prescribed for acute localized pain. Most of the existing evidence is, however, derived from postoperative or chronic pain. The objective of this study is to assess the efficacy and safety of lidocaine patch compared to placebo patch or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for acute localized pain.

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Background: Emergency department (ED) crowding has repercussions on acute care, contributing to prolonged wait times, length of stay, and left without being seen (LWBS). These indicators are regarded as systemic shortcomings, reflecting a failure to provide equitable and accessible acute care. The objective was to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving ED care delivery indicators.

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The complex cytoplasmic DNA virus known as the fowlpox virus (FWPV) is a member of the avipoxvirus genus, Subfamily Chordopoxvirinae, and Family Poxviridae. The large genome size of FWPV makes it a potential vector for the creation of vaccines against a range of serious veterinary and human ailments. It also allows for multiple gene insertion and the generation of abortive infection in mammalian cells.

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Objective: This study aimed to assess the neuroimaging abnormalities and their progression in patients with Subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) and identify clinical predictors of these imaging findings.

Methods: This prospective observational study evaluated clinical and neuroimaging features in patients with SSPE. Patients were categorized using Dyken's criteria, Jabbour's staging system, and the definition of fulminant SSPE.

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Tuberculous meningitis causes substantial morbidity and mortality in tropical countries. The various complications reported are hydrocephalus, vasculitic infarcts, tuberculomas, abscesses, and optochiasmatic arachnoiditis. Vasculitis in tuberculosis is basically at the level of lenticulostriate arteries supplying the basal ganglia and terminal cortical branches.

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  • Chronic pruritus is a challenging condition for physicians due to its various causes and treatment strategies, leading to inconsistencies in prescription practices among dermatologists in India.
  • A survey conducted among 700 Indian dermatologists revealed that antihistamines are the most commonly prescribed treatment, with over 95% of respondents using them, while other systemic agents like antidepressants and gabapentinoids were less frequently prescribed.
  • The findings indicated a significant preference for tricyclic antidepressants (69.29%) among antidepressants, and highlighted practice gaps in the use of certain systemic agents for managing chronic pruritus.
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In the past few years, significant research efforts have been directed toward improving the electrochemical capabilities of supercapacitors by advancing electrode materials. The present work signifies the development of poly(lactic acid)/alloysite nano-clay as an electrode material for supercapacitors. Physico-chemical characterizations were analyzed by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, wide-angle X-ray diffraction, and a universal testing machine.

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Objective: To assess the incidence of seizures and the factors contributing to poor outcomes in patients with tuberculous meningitis (TBM).

Methods: In this prospective observational study, 129 patients with TBM were enrolled at the Department of Neurology, King George's Medical University, Uttar Pradesh, India, from April 2021 to April 2023. Detailed clinical history, neurological examinations, baseline laboratory tests, contrast-enhanced Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and electroencephalography (EEG) were obtained for all patients.

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Background: In a tropical country like India, the warm and humid climate plays an important role in the increased incidence of superficial fungal infections. This is a study to identify the causative fungi of dermatophytosis and their in vitro antifungal susceptibility pattern among patients reporting to multiple tertiary care hospitals.

Methods: Skin scrapping, nail clipping, and hair follicles were processed for microscopy, culture, and antifungal susceptibility testing as per standard guidelines.

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A solvent-free sulfur-bridge-eosin-Y (SBE-Y) polymeric framework photocatalyst was prepared for the first time through an in situ thermal polymerization route using elemental sulfur (S) as a bridge. The addition of a sulfur bridge to the polymeric framework structure resulted in an allowance of the harvesting range of eosin-Y (E-Y) for solar light. This shows that a wider range of solar light can be used by the bridge material's photocatalytic reactions.

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Introduction: Neonatal sepsis is an infection in newborns that may be caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses and has a high death and morbidity rate. The clinical presentation of sepsis may be rather general, making it challenging to make a diagnosis. While blood culture is the most accurate method to diagnose sepsis, it is also time-consuming.

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  • * Gordon Holmes syndrome, first described in 1908, is characterized by ataxia combined with hypogonadism and is linked to mutations in genes responsible for the ubiquitin-proteasome system.
  • * The case report focuses on a 30-year-old male who exhibits symptoms like progressive ataxia, hypogonadotropic hypogonadism, cataracts, and brain abnormalities, ultimately revealing a mutation that confirms the diagnosis of Gordon Holmes syndrome.
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