Evaluating a specialized workshop on otorhinolaryngology emergencies for junior doctors: Empowering the next generation of healers.

Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) emergencies, including airway obstructions, epistaxis, and foreign body removal, require prompt and specialized medical intervention. Junior doctors, particularly those in the early stages of their careers, often face challenges in managing these conditions due to limited exposure to ORL-specific training during their internships. While general medical education provides foundational skills, it may not sufficiently prepare junior doctors to handle the complexities of ORL emergencies.

A deep dive into neonatal well-being and anesthesia in cesarean sections: From procedure to outcome.

This observational study analyzed data from 502 participants undergoing cesarean section (CS) procedures at an obstetrics and gynecology department, aiming to explore anesthesia practices, neonatal outcomes, and demographic characteristics within the cohort. Participants, aged 17 to 59 years with a mean age of 32.23 years, were enrolled based on the clinical necessity for cesarean delivery during the study period.

Clinical insights and management perspectives in sacrococcygeal teratoma: Beyond the scalpel.

Sacrococcygeal teratoma (SCT), a rare germ cell malignancy in newborns, necessitates prompt surgical intervention for complete resection. Long-term follow-up is crucial for monitoring recurrence and managing potential complications, regardless of histopathological findings, ensuring optimal outcomes and early intervention if needed.

Respectful Maternity Care during labour and postpartum in a tertiary hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study.

Introduction: Respectful maternity care (RMC) is a fundamental human right for women globally. Providing respectful care during labor and postpartum is crucial for the health and well-being of both mothers and newborns. The interactions between healthcare providers and women play a significant role in shaping their future healthcare decisions.

Neurosurgical intervention for giant arachnoid cyst-induced hydrocephalus in a teenager: Delving into Pandora's box.

Early recognition and prompt surgical intervention are crucial in managing giant arachnoid cysts causing obstructive hydrocephalus, as illustrated in this case of a 17-year-old male. Timely treatment can alleviate symptoms and prevent neurologic complications, ensuring favorable outcomes in affected patients.

Insights into the management of Lewy body dementia: a scoping review.

Lewy body dementia (LBD) is situated at the convergence of neurodegenerative disorders, posing an intricate and diverse clinical dilemma. The accumulation of abnormal protein in the brain, namely, the Lewy body causes disturbances in typical neural functioning, leading to a range of cognitive, motor, and mental symptoms that have a substantial influence on the overall well-being and quality of life of affected individuals. There is no definitive cure for the disease; however, several nonpharmacological and pharmacological modalities have been tried with questionable efficacies.

Vitamin B12 Deficiency among Metformin Treated Type 2 Diabetic Mellitus Patients Visiting the Department of Medicine of a Tertiary Care Centre.

Introduction: About 424.9 million people worldwide are affected by Diabetes mellitus. Prevalence among people 20-79 years old in Nepal was 4% in 2017.

Determinants of body weight changes during Ramadan fasting in India amid COVID-19: A cross-sectional study.

Ramadan intermittent fasting (RIF) presents unique challenges and opportunities for public health and clinical practice, especially in populations with a high prevalence of non-communicable diseases. This study aims to investigate the impact of RIF on weight change among Indian Muslims and explore the associated demographic, dietary, and behavioral factors. A cross-sectional survey was conducted with a sample of Indian Muslim adults who observed RIF.

Molecular biology of carcinoid heart disease: Seeking therapeutic targets in the era of targeted therapy.

Carcinoid tumors (CT) are among the least studied tumors. It is a relatively rare and slow-growing tumor with good survival in its primary form. However, metastatic carcinoid tumor comes up with many different complications contributing to increased morbidity and mortality.

Clinico-epidemiological profile of cerebrovascular accident in eastern Nepal: A descriptive cross-sectional study.

cerebrovascular accident (CVA) has contributed to a significant increase in the morbidity and mortality rates in lower middle-income counties like Nepal. Despite being a common noncommunicable disease in Nepal, little attention has been paid to it, in terms of formulating national health plans and policies by the concerned authorities. This was a descriptive cross-sectional study in patients diagnosed with cerebrovascular accidents at a tertiary care hospital in Eastern Nepal.

Neurological manifestations of an emerging zoonosis-Human monkeypox virus: A systematic review.

Background: The last few decades have witnessed an appalling rise in several emerging and re-emerging viral and zoonotic outbreaks. Amongst those emerging zoonosis, one of the diseases which is gaining popularity these days and has been declared as public health emergency of international concern by the world health organization, is human monkeypox virus (HMPX). Proper understanding of the clinical spectrum of the disease is of paramount importance for early diagnosis and treatment.

Promising Response of Paclitaxel in Metastatic Transitional Cell Carcinoma of Distal Ureter Complicated with Hydroureteronephrosis: A Case Report.

Unlabelled: Ureteric carcinoma is the rarest of all urothelial malignancies, and little attention has been given to it. Palliation in these groups of patients is a dilemma in the clinics. Use of chemotherapeutic agents in ureteric carcinoma is a double edged sword, as these patients had already impaired renal function due to post-renal failure and nephrotoxic nature of most of the chemotherapeutic agents can further deteriorate the renal function, making the management approach, a relatively visionary task.

Fibrocalculous Pancreatic Diabetes - a Unique Differential among Diabetic.

Fibrocalculous pancreatic diabetes is a unique variant of diabetes mellitus and also known as type 3c diabetes mellitus. It is related to the patient who is young, non-alcoholic and belonging predominantly from the tropical region. It is a severe form of diabetes which can also be linked to the fact that it predisposes to malignancy.

Knowledge, Practice and Barriers on Cervical Cancer Screening among Married Women.

Background: Cervical cancer is a most common preventable public health problem. Despite availability of various screening services at Biratnagar, many barriers restrict its utilization. So, we aimed to assess the knowledge, practice and barriers of cervical cancer screening among 30-60 years married women in Biratnagar, Morang, Nepal.

Assessment of Implementation of CB-IMNCI Program at Primary Health Care Centers and Health Posts.

Background: Community-based integrated management of neonatal and childhood illness (CB-IMNCI) is a government-run priority one program aimed to decrease neonatal and childhood morbidity and mortality. The objective of our study was to identify the CB-IMNCI implementation gap in terms of health care providers' training status, availability of medicines, follow-up visits and clinical outcome at Primary Health Care Centers and Health Posts of Morang district of Nepal.

Methods: We conducted a community based cross-sectional study in Morang district of Nepal from 25 Oct 2021 to 25 Jan 2022.

Evans Syndrome: A Case Report.

Unlabelled: Evans syndrome is defined as the concomitant or sequential association of warm autoimmune hemolytic anaemia with immune thrombocytopenia, and less frequently autoimmune neutropenia. It is associated with non-cross-reacting auto-antibodies directed against antigens specific to red blood cells, platelets or neutrophils. Clinical symptoms could be related to hemolysis and thrombocytopenia.

Bilateral Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of Breast: A Case Report.

Primary neuroendocrine carcinomas of the breast are rare of all breast carcinomas. They may be welldifferentiated, poorly differentiated, or invasive breast cancers with neuroendocrine differentiation. They are staged and treated similarly to conventional breast cancer.

Health system gaps in cardiovascular disease prevention and management in Nepal.

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of deaths and disability in Nepal. Health systems can improve CVD health outcomes even in resource-limited settings by directing efforts to meet critical system gaps. This study aimed to identify Nepal's health systems gaps to prevent and manage CVDs.

Women's empowerment for abortion and family planning decision making among marginalized women in Nepal: a mixed method study.

Background: Women's empowerment is multidimensional. Women's education, employment, income, reproductive healthcare decision making, household level decision making and social status are vital for women's empowerment. Nepal is committed to achieving women empowerment and gender equality, which directly affects the reproductive health issues.