Psychological Impact of COVID-19 and Its Influence on Parental Willingness to Vaccinate Children: A Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kolkata.

Background COVID-19 has affected the physical and mental health of people globally, and vaccination is seen as a crucial tool in controlling the pandemic. However, the readiness to vaccinate children remains a concern, particularly in India. Aim The study aimed to investigate the association between the psychological impact of COVID-19 and willingness to vaccinate their children among attendees of the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Nil Ratan Sircar Medical College, Kolkata.

Association between baseline high-sensitive C-reactive protein, homocysteine levels, and post-stroke depression among stroke patients: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and meta-regression.

Background: Post-stroke depression (PSD) is a prevalent neuropsychiatric sequelae following stroke, often associated with diminished functional recovery and heightened mortality risk. Emerging evidence suggests neuroinflammation, triggered in response to stroke events, may be instrumental in precipitating PSD.

Aim: This study aims to assess the significance of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (Hs-CRP) and homocysteine (Hcy) in post-stroke individuals with PSD.

Coronary artery disease in patients with rheumatic valvular heart disease- An analysis from eastern India.

Introduction: There is insufficient information on the angiographic characteristics of individuals with rheumatic valvular heart disease (VHD) from eastern India. The objective of this research is to gather important data in this area to aid the best surgical outcomes for patients with rheumatic VHD.

Materials And Methods: 978 consecutive patients with rheumatic VHD, scheduled for surgical intervention, were recruited.

A Segmental Rupture of Achilles Tendon, its Management, and Outcome - A Rare Case Report.

Introduction: Achilles tendon is the thickest and strongest tendon of the body, spanning from the middle of the calf up to its insertion into the calcaneal tuberosity, and it is estimated to be the third most frequent tendon to rupture. Segmental Achilles tendon rupture, however, is a very rare occurrence and it comes with challenges of salvaging the tendon segment, preventing necrosis of the overlying skin, preventing infection, and preserving the repaired construct to regain good functional outcome. We present a rare case of an acute traumatic segmental rupture of Achilles tendon in a young male, its management and outcome.

Association between calcium supplementation and gestational hypertension, and preeclampsia: A Meta-analysis of 26 randomized controlled trials.

Background: Pre-eclampsia and eclampsia are common causes of morbidity and mortality, especially in low-income countries. Reducing adverse outcomes associated with hypertensive disorders of pregnancy has been the ultimate priority in recent years. We aim to evaluate the association between calcium supplementation and preeclampsia and gestational hypertension risk among pregnant women.

Effect of educational intervention on risk factors of cardiovascular diseases among school teachers: a quasi-experimental study in a suburb of Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Objective: This prospective study aimed to evaluate the effects of a health education intervention on cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors among school teachers.

Methods: The study, conducted from August 2016 to May 2017, involved teachers from four schools in Baruipur, West Bengal, India. It was a multicentric, quasi-experimental study with an intervention group receiving tailored health education promoting lifestyle modifications, while the control group received no intervention.

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators for primary prevention in patients with ischemic and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy: A meta-analysis.

Background: Ischemic and nonischemic cardiomyopathy (NICM) are one of the leading causes of sudden cardiac death (SCD). Evidence supporting Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) for the prevention of SCD and mortality has shown conflicting results to date.

Objective: We aim to evaluate the impact of ICD therapy with conventional care for the primary prevention of death of various causes in adults with ICM and NICM.

Navigating the path of TOF- A Literature review unveiling maternal-fetal dynamics, treatment strategies and psychological dimensions.

Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) is a complex congenital heart defect that poses unique challenges for both mothers and their unborn children. This comprehensive review, aims to provide a holistic exploration of the maternal-fetal dynamics, treatment strategies, and psychological dimensions involved in navigating the path of TOF during pregnancy. It delves into the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy in TOF patients, including pulmonary regurgitation, right ventricular hypertrophy, and the overriding aorta.

The impact of air quality on cardiovascular health: A state of the art review.

Air pollution is a global health challenge, increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and arrhythmias. Particulate matter (PM), particularly PM2.5 and ultrafine particles (UFP), is a key contributor to the adverse effects of air pollution on cardiovascular health.

Association Between Catheter Ablation and Dementia Among Patients With Atrial Fibrillation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is associated with an increased risk of Dementia. However, the association between catheter ablation (CA) in patients with atrial fibrillation and the risk of dementia is not well established, with conflicting results to date. We aimed to evaluate the association between CA patients and the risk of Dementia.

Neurological Manifestations of Coronavirus Disease 2019 and Mpox in Pediatric Patients and Their Management: A State-of-the-Art Systematic Review.

Background: There is an increasing number of cases being reported of neurological manifestations of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection and Monkeypox (Mpox), both during the course of the infection and as a presenting symptom. We aim to review the neurological manifestations of COVID-19 and monkeypox in pediatric patients and their management.

Methods: We conducted a systematic review that included cohort studies and case series or reports involving a pediatric population of patients with a confirmed COVID-19 or Mpox infection and their neurological manifestations.

The socio-demographic determinants of the outcome of type 1 cartilage tympanoplasty in children: Results from a tertiary-care teaching institute in India.

Objective: To explore whether and how the established socio-demographic parameters pertaining to a lower-middle income nation influence the outcome of cartilage tympanoplasty in children with chronic otitis media (COM), inactive mucosal variety.

Methods: In this prospective cohort study, children aged 5-12 years with COM (dry, large/subtotal perforation) were considered for type 1 cartilage tympanoplasty following definite selection criteria. Relevant socio-demographic parameters were noted for each child.

SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Children with Idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome: A Multicentric Study.

A multicenter retrospective study was conducted to assess the clinical spectrum of 30 severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2)-positive children with idiopathic nephrotic syndrome. Difficult to treat nephrotic syndrome was found to be a high-risk group with a high incidence of acute kidney injury and mortality.

A Study to Assess Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors Induced Thyroid Dysfunction in Newly Diagnosed Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Patients.

Introduction: The use of TKIs has dramatically improved the prognosis of CML. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of TKIs on thyroid function in a prospective manner.

Materials: In this prospective study, 55 newly diagnosed adult subjects with positive Philadelphia chromosome in chronic phase of CML without any other apparent underlying diseases were enrolled.

Presentation, Diagnostic Dilemma, and a Novel Approach of Fixing a Cedell's Fracture - A Case Report.

Introduction: Fractures of the posteromedial tubercle of talus are one of the rarer fractures encountered in clinical practice. They mostly present like an ankle sprain which often leads to missed injuries and delayed diagnosis. We present one such case, incorporating the dilemmas associated with its diagnosis, treatment, approach to the treatment and a novel way of fixation and the outcome.

Study on intimate partner violence against rural tribal women of reproductive age group in siliguri subdivision of Darjeeling District, West Bengal.

Background: Since the early 1990s, several milestone international declarations have recognized violence against women as a violation of human rights. Intimate partner violence (IPV), often used synonymously with domestic abuse or domestic violence against women, is a big burden to our society which manifests itself in many forms and it has its existence in every corner of the world irrespective of all the boundaries.

Objectives: The objective of this study was to find out the prevalence of IPV against reproductive age group tribal women in Siliguri subdivision of Darjeeling district.

How Does Preoperative Pure Tone Audiometry Relate to the Findings at Surgery to Explain the Hearing Status in Chronic Otitis Media?

Objective: Pure tone audiometry (PTA) guides surgical decision-making in chronic otitis media (COM), and PTA values depend upon the type and extent of COM.

Methods: Our cross-sectional study included patients with COM with/without cholesteatoma who were scheduled for surgery. Findings on examination of the middle ear under the microscope and at surgery which could explain the hearing loss were corroborated with preoperative PTA through appropriate statistical methods.

The Anatomic Variations of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses and Their Effect on Chronic Rhinosinusitis in Adult Patients.

To find out the anatomic variations of nose/paranasal sinuses and how they affect the sinuses in chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). This observational cross-sectional study included adults with CRS, refractory to optimum medical management, planned for functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS). Pre-operative naso-endoscopy and computed tomography (CT) were utilized to estimate the extent of CRS, and to note the anatomic variations of the sinuses.

Assessment of Occupational Noise Generation and Associated Noise-Induced Hearing Loss among Employees of a Black Tea Processing Factory in Darjeeling District, India.

Introduction: Exposure to high levels of noise is a problem among tea factory workers worldwide, but it is poorly studied in India.

Aims: This study aimed to assess noise generation in various parts of a black tea factory and find out prevalence of occupational noise-induced hearing loss (ONIHL) and its determinants among employees.

Materials And Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was performed in a black tea processing factory of Darjeeling District.