Medical Symbols in Practice: Myths vs Reality.

Background: The caduceus is the popular symbol of medicine. However, premier health organizations and regulatory bodies such as the World Health Organization and the Medical Council of India use a different symbol- the rod of Asclepius in their logo. There is an increasing awareness and recognition that the caduceus is a false symbol and has no historical substantiation as an emblem of medicine.

Importance of fear-avoidance behavior in chronic non-specific low back pain.

International classification of Functioning, Disability and Health has adapted a biopsychosocial model for management of chronic low back pain patient (CLBP). The influence of psychological factors seems to be important in the transition from acute to chronic low back pain (> 3 months). In particular, pain-related fear and pain catastrophizing are believed to be important factors for disability.

Jejunal atresia associated with idiopathic ileal perforation.

Jejunoileal atresia is one of the common causes of neonatal intestinal obstruction. Intestinal perforation with meconium peritonitis in the neonatal period, which carries a high mortality rate, is also common. The association of jejunal atresia with idiopathic ileal perforation is very rare.