Publications by authors named "Shodhan Aithal"
Persistent left superior vena cava (PLSVC) is a relatively rare anatomical anomaly, with a higher prevalence in those with congenital heart defects. While typically asymptomatic, its presence can complicate certain medical procedures, particularly cardiac interventions, such as the implantation of cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) devices, due to acute angulation. In this report, we discuss the challenges posed by the unanticipated presence of PLSVC during CRT device implantation and describe the technique used for lead placement using Judkins Right catheter for support, placing coronary wire, and later placing the left ventricle (LV) lead with the help of buddy wire technique, resulting in successful insertion of all three CRT leads despite the anatomical challenges.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFStudy Design: Prospective observational study.
Purpose: To evaluate the disability domains relevant to Indian patients with low backache and propose a modified disability questionnaire for such patients.
Overview Of Literature: The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) is a self-reported measurement tool that measures both pain and functional status and is used for evaluating disability caused by lower backache.
Background: Distress can bring about an unfavorable attitude among the patients toward tackling their disease which can affect adherence to medications. The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of distress on adherence to medication among patients with diabetes.
Methodology: In this cross-sectional study, 124 type 2 diabetes patients above 18 years, attending the hospitals affiliated to Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, selected using nonprobability sampling were interviewed to assess the presence of diabetes-related distress (DRD) and their level of adherence to medications.