Publications by authors named "S Girija As"

Luffa cylindrica (L.), is a medicinal plant aimed to investigate the efficacy of the alkaloid-rich fraction (ARF) extracted from L. cylindrica.

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Introduction Elderly people may experience a deterioration in cognitive function as part of natural aging, which impacts their ability to function independently. Dementia is often experienced by the elderly; their cognitive and memory deficits can limit independence and productivity. Metacognitive skills training can facilitate self-awareness and strategy use and may improve cognitive skills.

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Article Synopsis
  • Isolated pancreatic injuries from blunt trauma are rare and can't always be detected just through symptoms; a CT scan is essential for diagnosis.
  • A 16-year-old patient presented with abdominal pain days after a minor scooter accident, and a CT scan later revealed a complete pancreatic transection, leading to surgery and complications.
  • All trauma cases should be assessed carefully for potential abdominal injuries, emphasizing the need for imaging, as seemingly harmless conditions can hide serious injuries.
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Candida spp., causes invasive fungal infections, especially in immune-compromised patients and the propensity of antifungal resistance against azole-based drugs need to be addressed. This study is thus aimed to characterize the anticandidal effect of the cinnamic acid extracted from the barks of Cinnamomum cassia.

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Photobiomodulation involves the use of low-level light therapy or near-infrared light therapy found to be useful in the treatment of a wide range of neurological diseases. The aim is to review the mechanism and clinical applications of photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) in managing Alzheimer's disease. To ensure that the consensus statement accurately reflects both the experts' viewpoint and the most recent developments in the field, the expert opinions were recorded and thoroughly reviewed.

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