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Influence Of Strength And Proprioception Training On Functional Ankle Stability Among Young Skaters, Priyanka Mudaliar, Snehal Dharmayat

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Stability of the ankle joint during functional activities depends on the presence of intact neural input from proprioceptors in the joint capsules, ligaments, muscles, tendons, and skin. Roller skaters are prone for more ankle injuries due to the nature of the sport. Repetitive falls and sprains lead to deficits that account for decreased performance and increased risk of falls.

Purpose:

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of strength and proprioceptive training on functional ankle stability among young skaters.

Design:

This was a single arm pre- and post-experimental study.

Settings:

The study was conducted at two …

Female Factors Infertility Laparoscopic Evaluation At A Public Health Facility In Ilorin, Nigeria, Lukman Omotayo Omokanye, Sabi Ibrahim, Abdulwaheed Olajide Olatinwo, Kabir Abayomi Durowade, Sikiru Abayomi Biliaminu, Ganiyu Adekunle Salaudeen

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Infertility is a problem of global proportions, the majority being the residents of developing countries. The contribution of female factor is assuming a tremendous proportion. Laparoscopy remains an indispensable tool in the evaluation of the fertility potential of these female partners.

Aims:

This study was aimed at determining the various causes of female factor infertility among female partners of infertile couple in a tertiary health facility.

Methods:

A cross-sectional observational study of ninety seven (97) eligible infertile women who underwent diagnostic laparoscopy between 1st January 2012 and 31st December 2015 were enrolled for the study. The data were analyzed …

Influence Of Occupation On Median Nerve Cross-Sectional Area In Apparently Healthy Volunteers, Anthony Chukwuka Ugwu, Benjamin Efiong Udoh, Alhaji Modu Ali, Mohammed Abba, Emmanuel Buba, Mohammed Yusuf Mohammed

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Sonographic measurement of the median nerve has been proposed as a useful alternative to the electrodiagnostic test in the diagnosis of the carpal tunnel syndrome because of its ability to reveal morphological changes.

Objective:

The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of occupation, gender, and hand dominance on the median nerve cross-sectional area (MNCSA).

Methodology:

One hundred and eighty apparently healthy volunteers were recruited for the study. Hand dominance was ascertained in all volunteers. The device used was Voluson P8 ultrasound system with a 12-MHz transducer, using custom preset for musculoskeletal ultrasound. The Anteroposterior (D

1 …

Analysis Of Risk Factors Of Late Preterm Birth A Case-Control Study, Soumya Patil, Kamal P. Patil

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objective:

The aim of this study is to identify the risk factors associated with late preterm births (LPBs).

Methodology:

This case-control study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, teaching hospital attached to KLE University's Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belagavi during May 2015–April 2016. A total of 918 women were enrolled into the study, 459 in each group. Women who delivered between 34 and 36 weeks 6 days were considered cases and controls were women who delivered from 37 weeks onward immediately after a case occurred. Gestational age was confirmed with ultrasonography before 20 weeks. Data were collected …

A Study Of Knowledge, Attitude, And Practices Of Menstrual Health Among Adolescent School Girls In Urban Field Practice Area Of Medical College, Tumkur, Purva Shoor

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Menstruation is a phenomenon unique to females. In India, limited access to products of sanitary hygiene and lack of safe sanitary facilities could increase the likelihood of resorting to unhygienic practices to manage menstruation.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted from April 2013 to April 2014 by interviewing 452 adolescent school girls using a semi-structured, pretested questionnaire. There were 6 schools and 1 PUC college in the study area. Data were analyzed using Epi Info 3.5.3.

Objectives:

The objectives of this study were (1) to study the knowledge and attitude toward menstruation among adolescent school girls, (2) …

Knowledge Of Anganwadi Workers Regarding Different Components Provided By Integrated Child Development Scheme A Cross-Sectional Study, Prithutam Bhattarai, Padmaja R. Walvekar, Ashwini Narasannavar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Integrated child development service (ICDS) program was launched on October 02, 1975 and is the world's largest and unique program for early childhood care and development. It is working in urban and rural areas through Anganwadi centers. The beneficiaries that come under ICDS are 0–6 year's children, pregnant and lactating women, and adolescent girls. There are six core services provided by ICDS through Anganwadis. It is very essential to assess the knowledge of Anganwadi workers (AWWs) about different components of ICDS.

Objective:

The objective of the study was to assess the knowledge status of AWW regarding different ICDS components …

Characteristics And Anesthetic Management Of Patients Presenting For Cleft Surgery, Babatunde B. Osinaike, Stella A. Ogunmuyiwa, Olalere O. Gbolahan, A. A. Odewabi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Anesthetic management during surgery for cleft repair can be challenging due to abnormal airway anatomy and preoperative medical conditions. We sought to determine the characteristics, type, and incidence of associated medical problems, airway and other intraoperative complications in patients who presented to our facility for cleft lip and palate repair.

Methodology:

Fifty-six consecutive patients aged 16 years and below who had surgical repair of cleft lip or palate under general anesthesia during the study period were involved in this prospective, observational study. Routine preoperative review and anesthetic management were not altered. Preoperative medical and airway problems, associated congenital anomalies, …

Correlation Of Serum Ferritin Levels, In Female Patients With Chronic Diffuse Hair Loss A Cross Sectional Study, Sridevi Ramachandra Raichur, A. M. Pandit, Anil Malleshappa

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Context:

Iron is involved in critical physiological processes within the hair follicle, suggesting that iron deficiency (ID) could disrupt hair synthesis. The relationship between body iron status and hair loss has been investigated in a number of studies, however, with relatively discrepant findings.

Aim:

The aim of this study is to evaluate whether chronic telogen effluvium (CTE) and female pattern hair loss (FPHL) in patients were associated with decreased tissue iron stores, as measured by serum ferritin levels.

Setting and Design:

This was a cross-sectional study, conducted in a teaching hospital.

Materials and Methods:

Forty female patients aged between 15 …

Effect Of Storage And Temperature On Two Biochemical Analytes (Creatinine And Urea) In Pooled Serum Samples Stored At -20°C, Nilesha Vilas Vernekar, Vanishree Basavraj Jabannavar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Creatinine and urea are nonprotein nitrogenous compounds which are eliminated from the body. Creatinine is a word obtained from a Greek term "Kreas" meaning flesh. An anhydrous form of creatine is creatinine. Around 0.5% of total muscle weight constitutes creatine. Muscle, brain, blood, etc., are the tissues, in which creatinine is present as high-energy compound, phosphocreatine, and creatine as free compound. Optimal storage of serum specimens in biobanks for long time for multicenter reference interval studies remains to be determined. Hence, in this context, the present study was undertaken to determine the effect of storage time and temperature on …

Awareness Of Demand Generation Schemes Among Pregnant Women In Rural Area Of Belagavi, Nilesh Narayan Jadhav, M. S. Shivaswamy, M. D. Mallapur

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Mothers and children are one of the most vulnerable or special risk groups, and the risk for this group is associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and also in postnatal period. A number of demand generation schemes have been launched by the Government of India for the welfare of the pregnant women, but still a significant reduction in maternal mortality and morbidity has not been achieved yet.

Objective:

To assess the awareness of various demand generation schemes among pregnant women.

Methodology:

A community-based cross-sectional study was done among 540 pregnant women in Primary Health Centre area of Handiganur, Belagavi.

Results:

Among …

Prevalence Of Substance Use Among Adolescents In Urban Slums Of Belagavi, Ravikiran Padmakar Kamate, Girija S. Ashtagi, M. D. Mallapur

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

The recent years have witnessed a substance abuse epidemic with serious health, social, economic, and political repercussions. Initially, a problem of the developed countries, but now has assumed alarming dimensions even in developing countries. India too has been caught in this vicious circle of substance abuse.

Materials and Methods:

Six hundred adolescents of age group between 10 and 19 years in the area of UHC Ram Nagar and Rukmini Nagar were interviewed with the help of predesigned and pretested questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20.

Results:

Out of 600 participants, 505 were males and 95 were females. …

Study Of Hepatic Enzyme Activity As A Predictor Of Perinatal Asphyxia And Its Severity And Outcome, Chaitali Patra, Shatanik Sarkar, Malay K. Dasgupta

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

In spite of major advances in the knowledge of fetal and perinatal medicine, perinatal asphyxia is one of the significant causes of mortality and long-term morbidity. Outcome of asphyxiated babies depends on the severity of hypoxia which adversely affects the liver, kidney, brain, heart, and other organs leading to leakage of intracellular enzymes.

Aims and Objectives:

We undertook this study to estimate hepatic enzyme activity in perinatally asphyxiated babies in relation to nonasphyxiated babies and to know whether hepatic enzyme activity correlates with the severity and outcome of asphyxia.

Materials and Methods:

This cohort study was conducted in the …

Effect Of Eustachian Tube Function On Tympanoplasty Outcome In Chronic Otitis Media Patients Cross-Sectional Study, Amol Shiromany, B. P. Belaldavar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

Eustachian tube (ET) dysfunction has been attributed to many diseases of middle ear cleft ranging from as benign as serous otitis media to squamosal (unsafe) chronic otitis media (COM). Many factors have been attributed for the success of tympanoplasty, out of which ET function (ETF) is considered one of the most important. ETF can be evaluated by various tests and assessment of the same can predict the outcome of tympanoplasty.

Objective:

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of ETF on tympanoplasty outcome in COM patients.

Materials and Methods:

This observational study was conducted in the …

Effect Of Etidronate On Depression Paradigms In Male Swiss Albino Mice And Wistar Rats An Experimental Study, N. Amitha, S. S. Torgal

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objective:

Bisphosphonates represent the first choice in the treatment of osteoporosis, and no data are available concerning their effects on comorbid behavior alterations. There are some contradictory reports regarding these drugs with respect to antidepressant activity in humans. Hence, the present study was planned to investigate the effects of etidronate in male Wistar rats and Swiss albino mice using depression paradigms, namely, forced swimming test (FST) and tail suspension test (TST).

Materials and Methods:

Eighteen male Wistar rats and 18 male Swiss albino mice were brought and acclimatized 10 days prior to experimentation. Then, they were randomized into three groups: …

Evaluation Of Salivary Nitric Oxide Levels In Caries-Free Children And Children With Early Childhood Caries An, Harsha Gope Assudani, Shivayogi M. Hugar, Anuradha Patil, Suma H. P. Sogi, Neha S. Dhariwal, Prachi Thakkar

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Objectives:

Early childhood caries (ECC) is one of the most prevalent diseases of childhood. Pediatric dentists must make conscious efforts to prevent this condition for optimal oral health. Normal salivary function is considered critical for the maintenance of a healthy oral cavity. Saliva provides an easily available, noninvasive medium for the diagnosis of wide range of diseases and clinical conditions. The objective of the present study was to estimate and compare salivary nitric oxide (NO) levels in caries-free children and children with ECC.

Methodology:

The children were divided into two groups. Group I comprised thirty caries-free children and …

Clinical Profile Of Acute Flaccid Paralysis, Naveed Mohsin, Ravouf Asimi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Aims:

As a part of the Global Polio Eradication program by the World Health Organization (WHO, 1988), surveillance of acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) was an important public health activity in many countries. With nearing eradication of poliomyelitis, other causes of AFP are gaining importance in both children and adults. Our study was designed to know the clinical characteristics and differential diagnosis of causes of AFP, including distribution by age, gender, and time. This was a prospective observational study.

Methods:

AFP cases were diagnosed on history and physical examination. The underlying etiology was ascertained by appropriate laboratory investigations such …

Expression Of P120-Catenin Expression In Oral Epithelial Dysplasia And Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma An Immunohistochemical Study, Aishwarya Rajeev, Punnya V. Angadi

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Objective:

Most oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) are preceded by premalignant conditions that demonstrate histopathologically as epithelial dysplasia and their malignant potential of a lesion is mainly determined using various grading systems. Loss of p120 catenin (p120) or its phosphorylation destabilizes E-cadherin; thereby it regulates cadherin stability and turnover which could affect the cell adhesive and migratory capacity. Therefore, p120 is related to invasiveness and progression of various human epithelial many tumor types, including OSCCs.

Methodology:

The immunoexpression of p120 in 60 selected cases were grouped into; oral epithelial dysplasia (OED) (

n

= 40) and OSCC (

n

= …

Rasa Assessment Of 10, Sushama B. Bhuvad, Nishteswar Karra

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Context:

The knowledge of basic fundamentals of Dravyaguna such as

Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipaka

, and

Prabhava

helps in the proper selection of the drugs for the treatment of the diseases. Acharyas had given simple characteristics to identify the

Rasas

. These characters can be useful to determine the

Rasa

of the unknown drugs by designing a special proforma.

Aim:

To revalidate individual characteristics of

Rasa

mentioned in the classical text with known, classical drugs mentioned in the

Madhuraskandha

, using structured proforma in healthy volunteers.

Settings and Design:

The study was planned with single-blind method in 200 healthy volunteers …

A Comparison Of Titanium Clips Versus Roeder's Knot Tying Suture In Laparoscopic Appendiceal Stump Closure A 1-Year Randomized Controlled Trial Study In Kles Dr. Prabhakar Kore Charitable Hospital, Belgaum, Nikhil Dixit, Abhijit S. Gogate

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Objectives:

Appendiceal stump closure during laparoscopic appendectomy (LA) is an important step. This study was an attempt to evaluate the ease of use and safety of titanium clips compared to Roeder's knot in the appendiceal stump closure in patients undergoing LA by comparing complications (intraoperative and postoperative), hospital stay, and follow-up period.

Materials and Methods:

This 1-year randomized controlled trial was done in under the Department of General Surgery, KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Belgaum from January 2014 to December 2014. A total of 60 patients were divided into two groups of 30 each …

Medicinal Plants And Related Developments In India A Peep Into 5-Year Plans Of India, Janmejaya Samal

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Medicinal herbs/plants or the herbal drugs refer to the use of plant and plant-based products for the management of common ailments. World Health Organization has defined herbal medicines as finished labeled medicinal product that contains an active ingredient, aerial, or underground parts of the plant or other plant material or combinations. In India, more than 70% of the population uses herbal medicine for their health-related problems. Many of the institutions adopt “reverse pharmacology” approach to study the clinical efficacy of medicinal plants and their pragmatic utility in healthcare. Moreover, the herbal therapeutics constitutes a major share of all the officially …

Fundamental Tenets Of Epidemiology In Ayurveda And Their Contemporary Relevance, Janmejaya Samal

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Ayurveda, the science of life, is the most ancient medical doctrine of human civilization. Some of the basic principles described in Ayurveda are still the same as today's medical science. Ayurveda does not have a specific text as epidemiology, but the principles described in piecemeal can be compiled, analyzed, and interpreted in the light of modern theories of epidemiology.

Objective:

An initial systematic literature review by the help of internet-based search engines revealed very negligible work in the field of Ayurveda and epidemiology. Hence, an attempt was made to analyze various principles of Ayurveda relevant to epidemiology and interpret …

Giant Sporadic High-Grade Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor A Case Report With Review Of Literature, R. Sonia Kundu, S. Sudhamani, V. Swapnil Sirmukaddam, O. Stuti Agarwal, M. Amita Rani, P. Amira Dhond

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) are uncommon spindle cell sarcomas originating from the pleuripotent cells of neural crest or Schwann cells. Head and neck region, the extremities and peripheral nerve trunk roots are its common locations. Sporadic type is a rare variant than the neurofibromatosis-1 associated type of MPNST. This study presents a case of giant, sporadic, and high-grade MPNST of right shoulder in a 48-year-old female.

Concept Of Oja Vis -A -Vis Endoplasmic Reticular Function An Approach To Decode The Holistic View, Anagha Vishwas Ranade, Rabinarayan Acharya

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

In Ayurveda,

Oja

, being one of the most distinctive concepts is a factor of prime importance related to vitality.

Ayurveda

depicts the definition, types (Para, Apara); site (Hridaya- Heart, sarvashariravyapi - presence in cellular level), quantity (vindu-in drops), function (bala-vitality) and its derangement etiology etc. of

Oja

. Various researchers based on their own ideas have given its modern parlance with immunity and stem cell etc.

Objective:

To decipher the fundamental concept of

Oja

vis-ΰ-vis endoplasmic reticular function.

Material and Methods:

A critical analysis of information on

Oja

from available Ayurvedic literatureand endoplasmic reticular function form modern Physiology …

Malarial Trend In Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka An Epidemiological Assessment From 2004 To 2013, Shivakumar, B. V. Rajesh, Arun Kumar, Muktha Achari, Suman Deepa, Navya Vyas

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background:

Malaria is one of the main causes for morbidity in India and many of the tropical countries. Dakshina Kannada in Karnataka is one of the Malaria endemic districts. Various efforts to contain the transmission of this deadly disease by National Vector Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP) has been effective up to an extent.

Methods:

A retrospective report based study over a period of ten years was conducted in Dakshina Kannada district. The community based data of confirmed cases of malaria was collected and analysed.

Results:

Highest cases of Malaria were recorded in 2005 (16,154). The incidence of Malaria ranged …

Fluroscence A Cryptic Puzzle, Manasi Chetan Mundada, Faiq Ahmed, G. S. Devi, Sudha Murthy, M. V. T. Mohan

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) has defined biology and clinical course that is, distinct from the other forms of acute myelogenous leukemia. It may present with potentially devastating coagulopathy and the sensitivity to retinoid differentiating agents, including all-trans retinoic acid and arsenic trioxide, hence a fast and definite diagnosis is imperative. Reciprocal 15, 17 translocation creates a

PML/RARA

fusion gene on the derivative chromosome 15, which can be detected by various molecular tests such as cytogenetics, fluroscence

in-situ

hybridization (FISH), reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction. We present here a diagnostically challenging case, both morphologically and immunophenotypically proven to be APL, which was …

Epidemiology Of Diabetic Foot Complications In A Podiatry Clinic Of A Tertiary Hospital In South India, V. Jyothylekshmy, Arun S. Menon, Suja Abraham

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction:

The prevalence of diabetes is increasing worldwide resulting in foot complications, which leads to poor quality of life and increased cost of living.

Aim:

The main aim of this study was to find out the foot complications in diabetic patients and to analyze the underlying etiology.

Methodology:

A retrospective study was carried out in the podiatry Department of Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kerala among 277 diabetic patients with recent and recurrent foot complications.

Results:

Systemic hypertension (76.89%) has been found to be one of the major risk factor coexisting in the study population. 49.45% patients had preexisting peripheral …

A Comparative Study, Saikat Sen, Raja Chakraborty, Bitul Borah, B. K. Dey, Bapi R. Sarkar, B. J. Sahariah

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Background and Purpose:

Momordica

charantia

L. (Cucurbitaceae) is used as both food and management of diverse human diseases science ancient time, including in the treatment of worm infection. This study was aimed to evaluate the comparative anthelmintic and anti-oxidant activity of juice and extracts of whole fruit, peels, and seed of

M.

charantia

.

Materials and Methods:

In vitro

anthelmintic activity of methanol extract of whole fruit, fruit peels, seed and fresh juice whole fruit, peels of

M.

charantia

was investigated against Indian adult earthworms (

Eisenia

foetida

). Extracts and juices are also investigated for their anti-oxidant activity using …

I3) Monastic Botanical Gardens: Medicinal Plants, Cultural Heritage, And Tourist Routes, Dimitrios Mylonopoulos, Polyxeni Moira

International Religious Tourism and Pilgrimage Conferences

From the dawn of humanity, man have sought remedies for various illnesses and health issues in the natural environment. Herbal medicine has been at the forefront of humanity's therapeutic pursuits since the beginning of time. The natural environment, of which humans are a part, constitutes the first laboratory for the production of medicines. Medicinal botany can be traced back to ancient Greece, continues in ancient Rome, is closely linked to Islamic tradition, and persists through the rise of Christianity in monasteries, enduring to the present day.

Today, the use of herbs in monasteries remains alive and well preserved. Monastic botanical …

Effect Of Cognitive Rehabilitation For Mild Cognitive Impairment In The Geriatric Population With Early Onset Hypertension Pretest -Posttest Design, Shamim Shaikh, Sanjiv Kumar, Anil Muragod

Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Biomedical Research KLEU

Introduction and Background:

Hypertension is common among elderly and the risk of becoming hypertensive is increased considerably with age. It has a direct impact on the cognitive function. Hence it is important to examine whether the cognition related problems correlates with hypertension and is cognitive rehabilitation an effective intervention for the same.

Objective:

To assess and evaluate the cognitive function in early onset hypertensive geriatrics population for mild cognitive Impairment and to study the effect of cognitive rehabilitation for mild cognitive impairment.

Materials and Methods:

84 Participants above 60 years of age with early onset hypertension were screened. The total …

An Exploration Of Adventist Nursing Practice In Liberia, Lendeh E. Seboe, Erhuvwukorotu S. Kollie, Boffa L. Kollie Nyumah

Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association

This study explored nursing practice in Liberia using the integrated global framework for nursing education and practice. A descriptive Qualitative method was used through a group interview and purposive sampling technique for participant selection. FGD utilized for data collection and theoretical sampling for data saturation. Findings highlighted for improvement at the researched hospital and other SDA health care settings.