Effect of Splint Application on the Functional Duration of Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation in Neonates: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Background: The application of splints is one of the most used methods to prolong the life span of peripheral intravenous cannulation (PIVC).

Objective: To assess the effect of splint application on the functional duration of PIVC in neonates.

Methods: This systematic review and meta-analysis identified, appraised, and synthesized available evidence from randomized and quasi-randomized controlled trials (RCT) related to the effects of splint application compared to no splinting on the functional duration of PIVC and its associated complications in term and preterm neonates.

Internal carotid artery agenesis presenting with ruptured Acom aneurysm: Rare case report.

Developmental anomalies of internal carotid artery (ICA), being rare entities, are mostly asymptomatic by themselves because of good collateral supply. However, when present with other associated intracranial anomalies requiring treatment, there can be catastrophic consequences, if special attention is not paid to this condition. We present a case of 36 years old male, who reported to our emergency department with complaints of headache and loss of consciousness.

A Prospective Study of Management of Neck Trauma and its Complications : An Institutional Approach.

Unlabelled: Background: Assessment and immediate surgical management of laryngotracheal injuries is essential to minimize the risk of perioperative and long term complications [1]. The present study was conducted at tertiary care centre to assess the proportions of complications following neck injuries. Methodology: The study was conducted as a prospective study on 19 patients presenting with laryngotracheal injuries at Emergency department in NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur, India during the study period of 2 years.

Supplementing hand washing with proper use of alcoholic hand rub in a special neonatal care unit in a large academic public health institute at Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Objective: The purpose was to increase use of alcoholic hand rub (AHR) in specialised newborn care unit (SNCU) to improve hand hygiene in order to reduce neonatal sepsis and mortality at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Medical College and Hospital, Jabalpur.

Design: A prospective interventional and observational study.

Methodology: We formed a quality improvement (QI) team in our SNCU consisting of doctors, nurses, auxiliary staff and parents (a floating member) to improve proper use of AHR.

Endoscope-controlled Access to Thalamic Tumors using Tubular Brain Retractor: An Alternative Approach to Microscopic Excision.

Background:  Surgery for thalamic lesions has been considered challenging due to their deep-seated location. Endoscopic excision of deep-seated brain tumors using tubular retractor has been shown to be safe and effective in prior studies; however, there are limited reports regarding its use for thalamic tumors. We present our experience of endoscope-controlled resection of thalamic tumors using a tubular retractor.

Endoscopic Management of Chronic Subdural Hematoma.

Background:  Twist drill evacuation, burr hole aspiration, mini-craniotomy, and craniotomy are some of the surgical methods to remove chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH). Endoscopic treatment was also recently found to be useful.

Methods:  We conducted a prospective study of 72 hematomas in 68 patients.

Comparative Study of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Followed by Definitive Chemoradiotherapy Versus Definitive Chemoradiotherapy Alone in Locally Advanced Carcinoma of Cervix.

Background: Carcinoma in the cervix is the most common malignancy and the fourth most common cause of death in females worldwide. It is the most common malignancy in India, the increasing incidence of cancer is escalating burden over radiation. This is a prospective randomized study comparing NACT followed by definitive chemoradiation versus chemoradiation.

Comparative Study Between Double Layered Repair of Pharyngeal Mucosa Against Routine Single Layered Repair in Cases of "Total Laryngectomy with Partial Pharyngectomy" in Respect To Formation of Pharyngo-cutaneous Fistula.

Advanced glottic cancer (T3,N+ & T4) is usually treated in the majority of centres by total laryngectomy. Carcinoma of the larynx is one of the very few subsets of all cancers which have shown a decrease in the 5 year survival rate and this phenomenon has been attributed to a Pharyngo-cutaneous fistula is the most common complication after total laryngectomy. Comparative study between double layered repair of pharyngeal mucosa against routine single layered repair in cases of "total laryngectomy with partial pharyngectomy".

Closed posterior dislocation of the ankle without fracture.

Closed posterior dislocation of the ankle without a fracture is a rare injury. We are reporting a case in a young male on his motorbike, being hit at the right ankle from behind. The mechanisms of injury along with MRI findings are being discussed.

Pathogenic bacteria in an orthopaedic hospital in India.

Background: The problem of changes in pathogenic microbiological flora and the emergence of bacterial resistance has created major problems in the management of orthopaedic diseases and fractures. Due to the use of implants for open reduction and internal fixation, which are foreign bodies to the body, orthopaedic trauma surgery is at grave risk of microbiological contamination and infection.

Methodology: With new microbiological agents in vogue, we have conducted a retrospective study to determine the pattern of bacterial infection, sensitivity to various antimicrobial agents, and their relations to various orthopaedic illnesses and procedures.

Squamous cell carcinoma complicating an untreated chronic discoid lupus erythematosus (CDLE) lesion in a black female.

A 36-years-old female presented with hypertrophic, depigmented plaques on both forearms and a fungating cauliflower-like growth on the left forearm. Histologically, the plaque lesions were discoid lupus erythematosus, and the fungating growth was a well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma.