"Rapid Atrial Swirl Sign": A Better Tool Than the Landmark Technique for Ensuring Correct Depth of Insertion of Central Venous Catheters.

Introduction: Central venous catheters (CVCs) are widely used in the management and resuscitation of critically ill patients in emergency departments and intensive care units. Correct depth of insertion of the CVC line is important to ensure uninterrupted flow, avoid complications, and monitor central venous pressure. Transthoracic echocardiography, with contrast enhancement, has been proposed as an alternative to chest X-ray in detecting central venous line positioning with high accuracy.

Linking IL-6 and hsCRP among Indian patients with myocardial infarction.

The association between serum interleukin-6 (IL-6) and highly sensitive C - reactive protein (hsCRP) as predictors of the risk factors for Myocardial Infarction. The study included a total of 50 patients with Myocardial Infarction, aged between 25 to 74 years. The levels of hsCRP were measured using the immunoturbidimetry method, while Interleukin 6 was estimated using the sandwich ELISA method.

Prevalence of Refractive Errors Among School-Going Children in Urban Versus Rural Areas.

Background: The most common cause of visual impairment globally is refractive error. The prevalence of refractive error has been on the rise since the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, possibly due to increased indoor activities and excessive use of electronic devices. Impaired vision during childhood can affect the overall development of a child adversely, and it often remains unreported due to the inability of children to complain about impaired vision.

Comparative Study of the Management of Distal Tibia Fractures by Nailing Versus Plating.

Introduction The purpose of this study was to evaluate the management of distal tibial fractures treated by interlocking nail and plate osteosynthesis and to assess their functional outcome according to the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score and complications. Methods Twenty patients were operated on in each group, i.e.

The Comparative Analysis of Single Plating Versus Double Plating in the Treatment of Unstable Bicondylar Proximal Tibial Plateau Fractures.

Introduction In the present study, we aimed to compare the clinical and radiological results of the single lateral locking plate fixation method to the dual plate (DP) fixation method in cases of unstable bicondylar proximal tibial plateau fractures. Materials and methods Fifty-six patients managed surgically with internal fixation for unstable bicondylar tibial plateau fractures (UBTF) (Schatzker type V and type VI or Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen/Orthopaedic Trauma Association {AO/OTA} type 41-C) over 36 months from January 2017 to December 2020 were included in this prospective study. All the fractures were fixed surgically either using dual locking plates through double incisions (DP group) or with a single lateral locking plate (single plate {SP} group).

An Unexpected Finding of Isolated Hydatidosis of the Spleen With Concomitant Visceromegaly in an Elderly Female.

Hydatidosis of the spleen is a rare zoonotic clinical entity. The occurrence of isolated splenic hydatid cysts in the absence of these cysts in any other portion of the body is referred to as primary splenic hydatidosis. It is a rare disorder that accounts for only 2% of the burden of hydatid disease worldwide.

Giant Lipoma of the Arm Masquerading as an Accessory Breast: A Report of a Rare Case.

Accessory breast is an extremely rare condition that develops in 0.4%-6% of females. It is primarily found in the axilla and is frequently misdiagnosed.

Serum Expression Level of MicroRNA-122 and its Significance in different Stages of Hepatitis B Virus Infection.

This study aims to determine the serum expression level of miRNA-122 and its significance in the different stages of Hepatitis B virus infection. The study subjects were recruited and grouped for Hepatitis B associated with Chronic Hepatitis B infection, hepatic sclerosis, hepatocellular carcinoma, and healthy controls were also considered. Venous blood was collected from the participants including the controls and routine blood tests and quantification of miRNA-122 were done and analyzed in each case of hepatitis B infection and compared with that of healthy controls.

Correlation between different retinal layers with visual acuity in diabetic retinopathy patients with clinically significant macular edema.

Purpose: To study the corelation between outer retinal layer thickness (ORL), outer photoreceptor segment thickness (PROS), and central macular thickness (CMT) with best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) in patients having clinically significant macular edema (CSME) and compare these parameters with normal patients.

Methods: This was a prospective, nonrandomized, observational, comparative study done during the period of January to May 2019. The study included 60 eyes of 36 patients.

Enzymatic and biochemical properties of lens in age-related cataract versus diabetic cataract: A narrative review.

Cataract is the leading cause of blindness worldwide. There is an increased incidence of cataract formation in the diabetic population due to several factors. Diabetes mellitus accelerates the development of cataract.

Supplementary Posteromedial Plating for the Fixation of Complex Tibial Plateau Fractures: A Prospective Study.

Introduction The management of complex tibial plateau fractures (CTPF) involving the posterior tibial plateau remains challenging and achieving maintenance of an axially stable construct with a single lateral locked plate is uncertain. Dual plating for such fractures via separate incisions can provide better fixation with superior clinical and radiological outcomes. This prospective study aimed to evaluate the results of the management of Schatzker type V and VI complex tibial plateau fractures using a conventional anterolateral plate along with a posteromedial buttress plate via two separate approaches and the potential complications associated with it.

Non-partner sexual violence victimization among female medical undergraduates.

Introduction: Sexual violence against women is a major public health problem around the world. Globally, around 7% of women have experienced sexual violence by a non-partner in their lifetime. Women who have experienced sexual violence are more likely to suffer from a sleep disorder, anxiety disorder, high blood pressure, and symptoms of depression.