Publications by authors named "Surekha Thakur"

Background This pilot study compared the intrauterine enabler device technique with the conventional method for inserting the copper 380 mm² intrauterine device (Cu-IUD), focusing on the fundal placement achieved by both methods. Methods This randomized controlled trial compared the provider and client experiences as well as the technique for inserting the Cu-IUD using the intrauterine enabler device and the conventional no-touch technique. A total of 100 clients underwent Cu-IUD insertion: 50 participants (Group A) received the conventional no-touch technique, while 50 participants (Group B) were treated with the intrauterine enabler device.

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Background: Tetralogy of Fallot is a severe type of congenital heart disease (CHD) and one of the leading indirect causes of mortality & morbidity among women with CHD. We came across a rare case of an uncorrected Tetralogy of Fallot with pulmonary atresia and major aortopulmonary collateral arteries in pregnancy.

Case Presentation: We are reporting the challenges in managing a pregnancy of 25-years-old G3 P0110, previous one stillbirth and who was diagnosed to have congenital heart disease during pregnancy following spontaneous abortion.

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The term DSD (Disorders of Sex development) is issued to define those conditions in whom disharmony exists between chromosomal, hormonal and anatomical sex. Parental and patient mental health and quality of life are adversely affected by these conditions. Moreover, individuals with an underlying DSD, especially those with specific Y chromosomal material in their karyotype have an increased risk for developing a germ cell tumor.

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