Oculomotor Function in Children and Adolescents with Autism, ADHD or Co-occurring Autism and ADHD.

Oculomotor characteristics, including accuracy, timing, and sensorimotor processing, are considered sensitive intermediate phenotypes for understanding the etiology of neurodevelopmental conditions, such as autism and ADHD. Oculomotor characteristics have predominantly been studied separately in autism and ADHD. Despite the high rates of co-occurrence between these conditions, only one study has investigated oculomotor processes among those with co-occurring autism + ADHD.

Cytomorphological Spectrum of Hepatic Lesions on Ultrasonography (USG) or CT-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) in a Tertiary Care Centre, Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India.

Background Ultrasonography (USG)-guided fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) of the liver is a primary diagnostic procedure for primary and metastatic hepatic lesions. Despite histopathology being the gold standard, the outcomes of ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration cytology are encouraging. Aims and objective The purpose of the study is to determine the diagnostic utility of ultrasonography (USG) or computerized tomography (CT)-guided FNAC in the detection of liver lesions, to investigate cytomorphological patterns of liver lesions identified by guided FNAC, and, wherever feasible, to correlate FNAC diagnosis with histopathology and imaging modalities.

Unravelling the impact of epigenetic mechanisms on offspring growth, production, reproduction and disease susceptibility.

Epigenetic mechanisms, such as DNA methylation, histone modifications and non-coding RNA molecules, play a critical role in gene expression and regulation in livestock species, influencing development, reproduction and disease resistance. DNA methylation patterns silence gene expression by blocking transcription factor binding, while histone modifications alter chromatin structure and affect DNA accessibility. Livestock-specific histone modifications contribute to gene expression and genome stability.

An Experience in Laboratory Diagnosis of Fungal Infections in COVID -19 Patients.

 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has cast a gloom spell on healthcare worldwide, infecting millions of people.  The aim of the present study is to determine the prevalence and review the contributing comorbidities and the precipitating factors leading to the emergence of the fungal infections in COVID-19-affected patients. To assess the utility of different laboratory techniques for confirmation of fungal infections.

Chromoblastomycosis Presenting with Sporotrichoid Distribution and Bony Destruction: A Rare Presentation.

Chromoblastomycosis (CBM) presenting with linear distribution and with underlying bony destruction is rare. Herein, we report such a presentation in a farmer who presented with ulcerated nodules over the right leg and swelling of the right foot. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation and histopathological examination of biopsy from nodule revealed characteristic sclerotic bodies on Gomori methenamine silver and periodic acid Schiff stain (PAS), which confirmed the diagnosis of chromoblastomycosis.

Impact of temporal variations and risk factors associated with udder inflammation in Hardhenu cattle (Bos taurus × Bos indicus).

This study aimed to explore the occurrence and risk factors associated with clinical mastitis within the Hardhenu cattle herd over a span of 14 years (2008-2021). A comprehensive analysis of 1515 lactation records was conducted to ascertain the incidence of clinical mastitis. The investigation determined an overall incidence rate of 26.

Temporal variation and risk factors associated with reproductive disorders in Hardhenu (Bos taurus × Bos indicus) dairy cattle.

This study aimed to investigate the incidence and effect of non-genetic factors on reproductive disorders in the Hardhenu cattle population over a period of 11 years (2010-2021). The study included a total of 1340 cattle for calculating the incidence of reproductive disorders and analysed the occurrence of different reproductive disorders. In the present study, retention of placenta had highest frequency, accounting for approximately 18.

Extraction, characterization and biological activity of Galactomannan rich endosperm of Borassus flabellifer (Linn.) suitable for biofabrication of tissue scaffolds.

The study deals with the isolation, purification and characterization of galactomannan from the endosperm of Borassus labellifer (Linn.) to be used for biomaterial fabrication in tissue engineering (TE) applications. The isolated Borassus flabellifer (Linn.

Association of CXCR1 gene polymorphism with clinical mastitis, reproductive disorders and performance traits in Hardhenu (Bos taurus × Bos indicus) cattle.

The present study investigated the presence of CXCR1 gene polymorphisms and their association with clinical mastitis, reproductive disorders and performance traits in Hardhenu cattle. Genotyping of the targeted SNP rs211042414 (C>T) at the g.106216468 loci of the CXCR1 gene was performed through PCR amplification and Bsa1 restriction enzyme digestion.

Giant Cervical Fibroid: A Surgical Challenge.

Leiomyomas are the most common pelvic tumors, cervical uterine myoma being rare of all uterine fibroids with an incidence of 0.6% of all fibroids. Based on their location, cervical myomas can be classified as extra cervical (sub-serosal myoma) and intracervical.

Challenges and technological interventions in rice-wheat system for resilient food-water-energy-environment nexus in North-western Indo-Gangetic Plains: A review.

Rice ( L.)-wheat ( L.) cropping system in north-western Indo-Gangetic Plains performed a crucial role in the national food security.

Screening and identification of potential inhibitor for visceral leishmaniasis (VL) through computational analysis.

Aim: The aim of this investigation is to detect potential inhibitor for visceral leishmaniasis through computational analysis.

Background: Leishmaniasis is categorized as a vector born pathogenic infection prevalent in tropical, subtropical, and in Mediterranean zones spread by intra-macrophage protozoa. The clinical syndrome of leishmaniasis is divided into the following type's namely cutaneous leishmaniasis, mucocutaneous leishmaniasis, visceral leishmaniasis, and dermal leishmaniasis.

Does Cigarette Smoking Induce Changes in Biologic and Mechanical Properties of Platelet-Rich Fibrin Membranes?

Smoking has a profound effect on platelet morphology and activation and has also been shown to affect hemostasis, coagulation, and healing cascade. To date, no previous reports are available to assess the impact of cigarette smoke on leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF) and advanced platelet-rich fibrin (A-PRF) membranes. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the impact of cigarette smoking on the mechanical and biologic properties of L-PRF and A-PRF membranes.

Evaluation of gingival tissue samples for predicting the time of death using histological and biochemical tests.

Thanatochemistry also known as chemistry of death and is used to determine post mortem interval (PMI). It is arguably one of the critical steps in forensic investigation. Recent addition of analyzing biochemical changes along with the traditional methods have gained importance, as they help us to record very early changes in the tissue specimens.

Effect of Cigarette Smoking on Morphologic Characteristics of Two Different Platelet-Rich Fibrin Membranes: A Scanning Electron Microscopic Study.

Purpose: Platelet concentrates are used for regenerative periodontal and implant therapy. Up to now, no study has reported the influence of smoking on platelet-rich fibrin membranes. Hence, this cross-sectional in vitro study aimed to analyze the influence of cigarette smoking on platelet morphology and fiber characteristics of both leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin and advanced platelet-rich fibrin membranes.

Tablet in the bronchus--an unusual cause for persistent cough in a 64 year old gentleman.

Foreign body aspiration in adults without any background risk factors is uncommon. We report a 64 year gentleman evaluated for persistent cough incidentally detected to have a foreign body (FB) in the left main bronchus (LMB), which after removal by rigid bronchoscopy turned out to be a tablet. This demonstrates the possible risk of silent aspiration of solid foreign bodies and in our case presenting as a persistent cough after months of aspiration.

Cancers of upper gingivobuccal sulcus, hard palate and maxilla: A tertiary care centre study in North India.

Introduction: Oral cancer is the sixth most common malignancy in the world, and the third most common in southeast Asia. Cancers of the upper gingivo-buccal complex are uncommon and reported infrequently. In this article, we have assessed the clinicopathological features of such cancers and their optimal management.

Age related changes in postural stability.

Postural instability is a commonly encountered problem in elderly population. In a large number of persons this can be attributed to the physiological changes associated with aging. To investigate the changes in postural stability with aging this study was conducted in 64 healthy volunteers aged eight to seventy years using dynamic posturography.