A Cross-sectional Study on Pulmonary Hypertension in Patients with Stage 5 Chronic Kidney Disease.

It is well known that chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with significant morbidity and mortality, predominantly due to cardiovascular complications. Recent literature report pulmonary hypertension (PH) as a common accompaniment of CKD and in majority of these cases, secondary causes of PH are not evident. In this study, we looked at the prevalence and possible risk factors of PH in stage 5 CKD patients with a special focus on unexplained PH.

Serum IgE Level among Coir Workers with Asthma: A Hospital Based Descriptive Study from Alappuzha, Kerala.

Background: Coir industry provides a major share of occupation to the natives of Alappuzha district of Kerala State, South India. A significant proportion of workers in this industry have been found to have nasobronchial symptoms. A pilot study conducted in our institute, among coir workers revealed that more than 35% of coir workers suffered from nasobronchial allergy and it is directly proportional the years spent in the work field.

Nasobronchial allergy and pulmonary function abnormalities among coir workers of Alappuzha.

Background: Coir is a commercially important natural fiber obtained from the coconut husk. Coir can be woven into strong twine or rope, and is used for padding mattresses, upholstery, etc. Coir industry provides a major share of occupation to the natives of Alappuzha district of Kerala State.