Publications by authors named "Swamroop Nandwani"
Immediate breast reconstruction (IBR) following a mastectomy, combined with radiotherapy, presents a multifaceted approach to breast cancer treatment, balancing oncological safety and aesthetic outcomes. IBR, typically involving the use of implants or autologous tissue, aims to restore breast morphology directly after a mastectomy, minimizing the psychological and physical impacts. However, integrating radiotherapy with IBR is complex due to the potential adverse effects on reconstructed tissues.
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- Pancreatic cancer is a major public health issue, ranking as a leading cause of cancer deaths in the US, with nearly 39,000 deaths annually from 1999 to 2020.
- A slight increase in age-adjusted mortality rates was observed, with the highest rates among those aged 65 and older, and significant disparities in mortality trends between racial groups and geographic locations.
- Findings indicate that Black individuals experienced a decrease in mortality over time, while White individuals saw an increase, particularly in rural areas, emphasizing the need for targeted efforts to address these disparities in treatment and outcomes.*
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- - Melanoma cases have risen over the years, remaining a major cause of cancer deaths despite treatment improvements; understanding the demographic differences in mortality is key for effective interventions.
- - An analysis of melanoma deaths in the U.S. from 1999 to 2020 revealed a decline in the age-adjusted mortality rate, with higher rates in men, older individuals, and non-Hispanic Whites; significant disparities exist between rural and urban populations.
- - The findings suggest advancements in diagnosis and treatment have contributed to improved outcomes since 2013, but ongoing disparities highlight the need for focused efforts in screening and education to reduce melanoma mortality rates.
Marchiafava-Bignami disease (MBD) is a rare vitamin B deficiency classically associated with alcoholism. MBD damages the corpus callosum and presents with nonspecific neurological symptoms. Radiological imaging is critical for diagnosing MBD and commencing subsequent treatment, which often consists of vitamin B supplementation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntussusception has been considered a rare phenomenon in adults, with most cases occurring secondary to lead points. Most adult cases of intussusception occur secondary to lead points. Lead point intussusceptions typically require surgical intervention, whereas non-lead point intussusceptions are often transient and resolve without surgery.
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