Publications by authors named "Suraksha Thapa"
Dandy-Walker Malformation with Neonatal Meningitis: A Case Report.
JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- Dandy-Walker syndrome is a rare brain malformation that can be diagnosed through prenatal tests like ultrasounds and MRIs.
- The Dandy-Walker variant specifically includes features like underdeveloped cerebellum and dilation of the fourth ventricle, but with normal space in the back of the skull.
- A case study discusses a newborn with the Dandy-Walker variant who developed meningitis and was admitted to intensive care, highlighting the importance of thorough prenatal examinations to avoid missed diagnoses.
Article Synopsis
- - The study investigates chronic liver disease prevalence among patients admitted to a tertiary care center's Internal Medicine Department from January to March 2022, driven by its serious health impacts worldwide.
- - Out of 447 patients, 20.8% (93 individuals) were found to have chronic liver disease, with a mean age of 49.7 years and a majority being males (around 68%).
- - The findings indicate that the prevalence of chronic liver disease in this setting is lower than what has been reported in similar studies, suggesting variations in disease incidence and care in different locations.
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