Association of serum calcium levels with infarct volume and stroke scores in acute ischemic stroke patients: An observational study.

Background: Stroke vastly contributes to death and disability worldwide. Acute ischemic stroke (AIS) is caused by a reduction in supply of blood to the brain. Accumulation of unnecessary intracellular serum calcium in AIS induces the cytotoxic actions that activates enzymes involved in cell death.

Impact of social media on the academic performance of undergraduate medical students.

Background: Social media has become an integral part in the life of every individual in the 21st century. Social media addiction in the younger age group is a major problem. The objective of this study was to find a correlation between academic performance and social media use.

Prevention of Pain During Screening for Retinopathy of Prematurity: A Randomized Control Trial Comparing Breast Milk, 10% Dextrose and Sterile Water.

Objectives: To compare the efficacy of orally administered 10% dextrose, breast milk and sterile water on pain prevention during screening examination for Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) in preterm neonates as measured by Premature infant pain profile (PIPP).

Methods: A three-limbed double-blinded randomized control trial was conducted in a Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit. Forty five preterm neonates undergoing ROP screening were included.