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Doctors – Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow, Raj Warrier Dec 2017

Doctors – Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow, Raj Warrier

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Reflection: Impact Of Group Reflective Activity On Learning And Students’ Perceptions Towards Reflection, Khobragade Yadneshwar, Khobragade Sujata Dec 2017

Reflection: Impact Of Group Reflective Activity On Learning And Students’ Perceptions Towards Reflection, Khobragade Yadneshwar, Khobragade Sujata

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

Background: Study was conducted at Melaka-Manipal Medical College amongst the final year medical students to find out effectiveness of reflection in learning outcomes and student’s understanding on reflection. From 2015, college curriculum was shifted from logbook maintainance to portfolio writing in major clinical branches including family medicine. Reflection being an important component in portfolio writing, we decided to conduct this study to find out the impact of reflective practice on learning outcomes and their understanding on reflection The Methods and Material : All the 77 students posted in family medicine department from 10 February 2017 to 7 April 2017 were …


Sleeve Resection – Carcinoma External Auditory Canal, Gangwar Navneeta, Vyas Pratibha, Joshi Narayani Dec 2017

Sleeve Resection – Carcinoma External Auditory Canal, Gangwar Navneeta, Vyas Pratibha, Joshi Narayani

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

Malignancies of external auditory canal (EAC) are uncommon. One per million is the annual incidence. Most common is squamous cell carcinoma, followed by adenoid cystic, basal cell carcinoma and melanoma. Consensus on treatment modality may vary due to the rarity of the tumour. We present a case of squamous cell carcinoma of EAC limited to the cartilaginous part l, presenting with intermittent ear discharge for many months. A sleeve resection with safety margin was done and a split-thickness skin grafting was done for reconstruction. There was no immediate complication and no evidence of any recurrence even after one and a …


Tamarind Seed Polysaccharides And Their Nanocomposites For Drug Delivery: An Economical, Eco-Friendly And Novel Approach, Rashmirekha Sahoo, Soumendra Sahoo, Saeed Azizi Dec 2017

Tamarind Seed Polysaccharides And Their Nanocomposites For Drug Delivery: An Economical, Eco-Friendly And Novel Approach, Rashmirekha Sahoo, Soumendra Sahoo, Saeed Azizi

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

The biomedical engineering field has shown to foster innovation in nanotechnology. Facilitated by engineering and biotechnology, biomedical engineering has the potential to significantly influence the pharmaceutical industry. Advancements in nanotechnology can resolve current issues with drug delivery techniques by increasing efficacy or improving patient safety and patient compliance. Natural polysaccharide-based biomaterials are proving to be important in creating innovative drug delivery devices. Biodegradability and biological activity that can be controlled are important properties of polysaccharides. The tamarind industry has various by-products, including the tamarind seed. Tamarind kernel powder (TKP), also known as the decorticated flour of tamarind has been explored …


Nasal Carriage Of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (Mrsa) Among Inpatients Of A Tertiary Care Centre: A Cross-Sectional Study, Myron Anthony Godinho, Arjan Dhillon, Gan Kim Kun, Shobana Raj, Yong Kok Jen, Sreejith Govindan Dec 2017

Nasal Carriage Of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (Mrsa) Among Inpatients Of A Tertiary Care Centre: A Cross-Sectional Study, Myron Anthony Godinho, Arjan Dhillon, Gan Kim Kun, Shobana Raj, Yong Kok Jen, Sreejith Govindan

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

Context: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a nosocomial pathogen, which often exhibits multidrug resistance. It colonizes the anterior nares of humans, from where it can be transmitted to vulnerable individuals, causing life threatening infections. Using various phenotypic and genotypic methods, two types of strains have been identified such as hospital associated MRSA (HA-MRSA) and community associated MRSA (CA-MRSA). Aims: To evaluate the status of MRSA nasal colonization among inpatients of a tertiary care centre and classify them by antibiogram, Panton Valentine leucocidin (PVL) assay and staphylococcal cassette chromosome (SCC) mec typing. Methodology: A hospital based, cross-sectional study was conducted, …


Distinction Between Primary And Secondary Mitochondrial Disease, Niyazov D. M Dec 2017

Distinction Between Primary And Secondary Mitochondrial Disease, Niyazov D. M

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

Mitochondrial disease refers to a large spectrum of disorders involving defective cellular energy production. Primary mitochondrial disease (PMD) is diagnosed clinically and by genetic testing of mitochondrial and nuclear DNA. However, many disorders have the ‘mitochondrial’ phenotype without an identifiable genetic defect. Even muscle biopsy can be markedly abnormal either due to a PMD or a non-mitochondrial disorder (NMD) affecting mitochondria and giving rise to secondary mitochondrial dysfunction (SMD). Many patients can have clinical signs of mitochondrial dysfunction based on their phenotype, biomarkers, imaging, and muscle biopsy. In these cases, it is often tempting to assign a patient’s phenotype to …


An Unusual Case Of Suspected Head Injury, Pallavi Kamra, Rahul Kaila, Jeff Louie Dec 2017

An Unusual Case Of Suspected Head Injury, Pallavi Kamra, Rahul Kaila, Jeff Louie

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

A healthy two-year-old female child presented to the Emergency Department (ED) with lethargy and recurrent episodes of non-bilious and non-projectile emesis after sustaining a fall. On examination, she was found to be drowsy, but could be easily aroused with Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) of 15. Her abdominal examination revealed a left quadrant mass. Initial laboratory test showed low haemoglobin. In the setting of trauma, the low haemoglobin and abdominal mass, there was a concern for splenic injury and haemorrhage. A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis revealed a large mass arising from the left kidney suggestive of Wilms tumour. …


A Case Report On An Ectopic Accessory Parotid Fistula In An Adult: A Dilemma Of Acquired Or Congenital Origin With Delayed Manifestation, Produl Hazarika, Seema Elina Punnoose, Rajeev Chaturvedi, Suneet Kaur Hora Dec 2017

A Case Report On An Ectopic Accessory Parotid Fistula In An Adult: A Dilemma Of Acquired Or Congenital Origin With Delayed Manifestation, Produl Hazarika, Seema Elina Punnoose, Rajeev Chaturvedi, Suneet Kaur Hora

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

To our knowledge, this is the second known reported case of ectopic accessory parotid gland fistula in an adult in literature. Congenital parotid duct fistula itself is a rare entity, but even rarer is the occurrence of the fistula in an otherwise healthy adult. A sequential pictorial account has depicted the surgical excision of the fistula in its entirety and histopathology confirmed the parotid fistula. Two months post procedure, the patient continues to be symptom free. We used search engines such as PubMed, Medline, Google Scholar, and Wiley Online library to search published literature


Fibromatosis Colli - An Infrequent Case Of Neonatal Neck Mass, Madhusudhan Krishnamoorthy, Ram Kumar Sharma Shanmugam, Shahrul Bin Hitam, Khairullah Bin Anuar, Nur Safira Binti Abdul Isa Dec 2017

Fibromatosis Colli - An Infrequent Case Of Neonatal Neck Mass, Madhusudhan Krishnamoorthy, Ram Kumar Sharma Shanmugam, Shahrul Bin Hitam, Khairullah Bin Anuar, Nur Safira Binti Abdul Isa

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

Fibromatosis colli presents in 0.4% of infants as a firm palpable mass in the middle or lower thirds of the sternocleidomastoid muscle.1 The typical age of presentation ranges between two to four weeks of life. It is unilateral in 75% of cases and occurs due to fibrosis within the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Although no single entity has been able to explain the etiology, birth trauma is often attributable. Ultrasonography is the initial investigation of choice. This benign condition is often treated conservatively, rarely requiring surgical intervention. Here are two cases from our centre


Moyamoya Disease: A Case Report, Latha T Ms, Girish Menon R Dr Jul 2017

Moyamoya Disease: A Case Report, Latha T Ms, Girish Menon R Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Moyamoya disease is a rare cause for hemorrhagic stroke in adults. The authors present the case of a 39 years old man, who presented with features of intracerebral hemorrhage secondary to Moyamoya disease. He was a known case of diabetes mellitus, hypertension and had a past history of ischemic stroke. Left temporoparietal craniotomy and encephaloduroarteriomyosynangiosis (EDAM’S) was performed for the same. Patient got discharged on fifth postoperative day without any complication. The etiopathogeneses, clinical features, and management are discussed in this paper


Supervisory Support Received By The Female Health Workers And Their Level Of Satisfaction With Supervision In Selected Phcs Of Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada District, India, Melanie Lewis Ms, Leena K. C Dr Jul 2017

Supervisory Support Received By The Female Health Workers And Their Level Of Satisfaction With Supervision In Selected Phcs Of Mangalore Taluk, Dakshina Kannada District, India, Melanie Lewis Ms, Leena K. C Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: A public health care worker is the most vital component of the public health care system. Today’s health care worker is inflamed with smaller financial plans, greater responsibilities, time pressure and limited coworkers. Poor staff supervision, the absence of support and poor working domain have long been identified as bottle necks in the path of effective and efficient delivery of public health services in India due to the widespread crisis in the health workforce. The main objective of the study was to assess the supervisory support received by the Female Health Workers (FHW) and their satisfaction with supervision. Methods: …


Use Of Flipped Classroom Methods In Nursing Education: A Narrative Review Of Literature, Shanthi Ramasubramaniam Ms, Vijayalakshmi Gopalan Nair Ms, Jayanthi Radhakrishnan Dr Jul 2017

Use Of Flipped Classroom Methods In Nursing Education: A Narrative Review Of Literature, Shanthi Ramasubramaniam Ms, Vijayalakshmi Gopalan Nair Ms, Jayanthi Radhakrishnan Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Deployment of flipped lecture room techniques in undergraduate nursing program can be a very useful tool in increasing the student’s attention and learning process. It brings in a lot of accountability for selflearning among nursing students. Aim: The main aim of this review was to identify studies that have been conducted in nursing education using flipped classroom methods or techniques, to identify the benefits achieved by students and faculty members, to describe the current practice from studies reviewed and to develop a feasible model for practice. Materials and methods: The review was done using the electronic data bases including …


Invited Article, Prabha Adhikari Dr Jul 2017

Invited Article, Prabha Adhikari Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

No abstract provided.


Effect Of Laughter Yoga On Morale Of Old Age Home Residents, Beena Mathew Bhasan Dr Jul 2017

Effect Of Laughter Yoga On Morale Of Old Age Home Residents, Beena Mathew Bhasan Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: The elderly population is increasing in the world and some of them are forced to stay in old age homes. Low morale, which is a sign of depression, can result from overlooking their medical and social problems as a part of normal ageing. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to find out the effect of “laughter yoga” on the morale of the elderly living in old age homes of Kottayam district and to identify the relationship between selected baseline variables and morale. Methods: Study participants were 153 elderlies, above 60 years of age, from randomly selected old age …


Tobacco Prevention: Knowledge And Attitude Of Oncology Nurses In A Tertiary Care Hospital Of The National Capital Of India, Jithin Thomas Parel Mr, Deepika C. Khaka Ms, Y Ps Balhara Jul 2017

Tobacco Prevention: Knowledge And Attitude Of Oncology Nurses In A Tertiary Care Hospital Of The National Capital Of India, Jithin Thomas Parel Mr, Deepika C. Khaka Ms, Y Ps Balhara

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Tobacco use has alarmingly increased over the years across the world. Nurses have a pivotal role in facilitating comprehensive care in tobacco prevention. It ensures to curb the mortality and morbidity of tobacco related diseases including cancer. Therefore, the knowledge and attitude of nurses is an indispensable ingredient in delivering effective health education especially in oncology settings. Methods: A descriptive survey was undertaken on a sample of 45 nurses working in the Department of Medical Oncology of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi after obtaining institutional ethical clearance. The subjects were assessed using self-developed knowledge questionnaire …


Effectiveness Of Skill Training Program On Cpr Among Adolescents In Selected Colleges, Guwahat, Chingangbam Sonia Devi Ms, Nirmali Gogoi Ms, Pallabi Chetia Jul 2017

Effectiveness Of Skill Training Program On Cpr Among Adolescents In Selected Colleges, Guwahat, Chingangbam Sonia Devi Ms, Nirmali Gogoi Ms, Pallabi Chetia

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Basic life support is an emergency procedure which is performed in order to return life of a person who has come across cardiac arrest. Resuscitation measures can be the lifesaving procedure for children and adults who experience cardiac arrest or respiratory failure. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to find out the effectiveness of Skill Training Program on knowledge and skill regarding Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and to determine whether there is any association between knowledge and skill regarding CPR with demographic variables. Methods: Pre-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was adopted and 40 adolescents were selected through stratified …


Effect Of Structured Activity Program On Subjective Wellbeing Of Patients With Chronic Mental Illness, Binu Sadanandan Jul 2017

Effect Of Structured Activity Program On Subjective Wellbeing Of Patients With Chronic Mental Illness, Binu Sadanandan

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Objectives: The present study aimed to determine the effect of structured activity program (SAP) on subjective well-being (SWB) of patients with chronic mental illness and its association with selected variables. Methods: One group pre-test post-test experimental design was used. Sixty patients with mental illness between the age group of 31-60 years were selected using purposive sampling technique. Tools used were semi structured interview schedule on socio demographic datasheet, Mini Mental Status Examination (MMSE) to screen the mentally ill patients and to exclude those with cognitive impairment and a modified subjective well-being inventory to assess the SWB of selected patients. Initially …


Effectiveness Of Foot Reflexology On Anxiety Among Primigravid Mothers In A Selected Rural Area At Mangalore, Nijina K. V, Vinish V Mr Jul 2017

Effectiveness Of Foot Reflexology On Anxiety Among Primigravid Mothers In A Selected Rural Area At Mangalore, Nijina K. V, Vinish V Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: All women consider pregnancy as a special time in their lives. Many changes occur in a woman’s body during this time, her emotions, and during different events in the life of the woman. All these changes lead to stress and anxiety in pregnant women. Reflexology is one of the most effective techniques for reducing the severity of anxiety. Objectives: The objectives of the study were to determine the anxiety level on primigravid mothers and to find the effectiveness of Foot Reflexology on anxiety. Methodology: Quantitative evaluative approach with a quasiexperimental two group pre-test – post-test design was used for …


A Study To Determine The Effectiveness Of Mental Health Promotion Program (Mhpp) Among Students Of Selected Pre-University Colleges Of Udupi District, Bhavyashri, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Shalini Devendra Nayak Ms Jul 2017

A Study To Determine The Effectiveness Of Mental Health Promotion Program (Mhpp) Among Students Of Selected Pre-University Colleges Of Udupi District, Bhavyashri, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Shalini Devendra Nayak Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Adolescence is the phase of transition between the childhood and adulthood, which leads to changes in physiological and psychological aspects. The present study pointed out the effectiveness of mental health promotion program on pre-university students. It brings positive outlook in their future life in various aspects. Objectives: Determine the knowledge of Pre-university students on mental health promotion and evaluate the effectiveness of Mental Health Promotion Program (MHPP) among pre-university students. Materials and Methods: Research design adopted in this study was quasi experimental pre-test and post-test control group design with an intervention to assess the effectiveness of program. Data was collected …


Effectiveness Of Aerobic Exercises On Depression: An Experimental Study On Old Age At Mangalore, Sooraj K Mr, Vinish V Mr Jul 2017

Effectiveness Of Aerobic Exercises On Depression: An Experimental Study On Old Age At Mangalore, Sooraj K Mr, Vinish V Mr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Old age homes have taken up the traditional role of family for the security of elderly people. Studies have proved that prevalence rate of depression were high among institutionalized elderly. Objective: The aim of this study is to determine the depression status among the inmates, evaluate the effectiveness of aerobic exercises on depression among elderly and to find association between depression score among elderly with selected demographic variables. Methodology: Quantitative evaluative approach with quasi-experimental one group pre-test post-test design was used. Convenience-sampling technique was used to select 50 people above the age of 60 years, residing at a selected …


Study To Assess The Knowledge Of Registered Nurses Regarding Bioethics In Selected Setting, Mangaluru, Vaiana Khongshei Ms, Marita Sharal Pinto Ms, Sharilang Khriam Ms, Sr Deepa Peter Sr Jul 2017

Study To Assess The Knowledge Of Registered Nurses Regarding Bioethics In Selected Setting, Mangaluru, Vaiana Khongshei Ms, Marita Sharal Pinto Ms, Sharilang Khriam Ms, Sr Deepa Peter Sr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Ethics is the application of values and moral rules to human activities. The term can also be used to deal with the life-related ethical issues, especially when there is an unavailability of medical resources. Objective: The study was conducted to assess the level of knowledge on bioethics among registered nurses and to find the association between the knowledge score and selected baseline variables. Materials and Methods: A descriptive survey design was adopted for this study, using a convenient sampling of 150 registered nurses. A validated structured knowledge questionnaire was used to assess the knowledge of the registered nurses regarding …


Socio-Demographic And Clinical Characteristics Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Copd) Patients, Flavia Castelino Ms, Mukhyaprana Prabhu Dr, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr, Asha Kamath Dr Jul 2017

Socio-Demographic And Clinical Characteristics Of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (Copd) Patients, Flavia Castelino Ms, Mukhyaprana Prabhu Dr, Mamatha Shivananda Pai Dr, Asha Kamath Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a crucial health issue and ranks fifth in the global burden of disease. Even though the disease is identified by the symptoms of intensified respiratory manifestations and decline in functional status, exacerbation gives rise to the substantial threat for morbidity and early mortality. COPD also has a considerable influence on quality of life and is the noteworthy cause of health care associated expenses. This study is descriptive analysis of the socio-demographic and clinical variables among COPD patients in a tertiary referral hospital. Objective: The objective of this study is to assess the socio-demographic variables …


Quality Of Life Of Mothers Having Intellectually Disabled Children: A Systematic Review, Anjali K. G Ms, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Blessy Prabha Valsaraj Dr, Asha K. Nayak Ms Jul 2017

Quality Of Life Of Mothers Having Intellectually Disabled Children: A Systematic Review, Anjali K. G Ms, Tessy Treesa Jose Dr, Blessy Prabha Valsaraj Dr, Asha K. Nayak Ms

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Introduction: Parents with children having intellectual disability experience more stress compared to their counterpart who have children with no intellectual disability. Disabilities of children may burden their family members, especially their parents, who are their long term caregivers. Mother act as the primary caregiver within the family. Purpose: This systematic review is intended to bring out pooled evidence on quality of life (QOL) of parents with children having the intellectual disability which will affect the rehabilitation of the affected child. Method: Databases such as CINAHL, Pub Med/Medline were searched to identify the potential studies. Results: A variety of survey methods …


Breathe A Breath: Dawn Of A New Beginning, Sushmitha R. Karkada Ms, Parvati Bhat Dr, Shashikala K. Bhat Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr Jul 2017

Breathe A Breath: Dawn Of A New Beginning, Sushmitha R. Karkada Ms, Parvati Bhat Dr, Shashikala K. Bhat Dr, Judith A. Noronha Dr

Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences

Pregnancy is a special feeling and special time for the mother-to-be, where she should take special care for her body as every action of hers will affect her baby. Every woman experiences pregnancy differently with a mixture of stressful and joyful moments that come along with it. Childbirth is a life-changing event for the woman and her family. Women should be safe during labour and birth. The birthing environment influences the feeling of safety and satisfaction in childbirth. The paper presents a paradigm shift that envisions how childbirth methodology has advanced, with a view to bring about a stereotype shift …


Sebaceous Carcinoma Of Parotid With Cervical Lymph Node Metastasis: Case Report And Review Of Literature, Ramaswamy Balakrishnan, Agarwal Ashish C, Venkitachalam Shruti Jun 2017

Sebaceous Carcinoma Of Parotid With Cervical Lymph Node Metastasis: Case Report And Review Of Literature, Ramaswamy Balakrishnan, Agarwal Ashish C, Venkitachalam Shruti

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

We report the case of a 72-year-old woman who was presented to us with a right pre- and infra-auricular and neck swelling. On evaluation, she was diagnosed to have parotid malignancy with cervical lymph node metastasis. The mass was surgically excised, and a histopathological report of sebaceous carcinoma was obtained. She had a past history of right eye malignancy. A review of literature on sebaceous carcinoma was carried out. This article is about a rare tumour at an atypical site


India And Its Health Care System, B M Hegde Jun 2017

India And Its Health Care System, B M Hegde

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Are We On The Cross Roads Of The Medical Profession?, Ajoy Kumar Singh Jun 2017

Are We On The Cross Roads Of The Medical Profession?, Ajoy Kumar Singh

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Early Postnatal Treatment Effect Of Methylphenidate On Spontaneous And Reward Alteration And Neuronal Morphology Of Hippocampus In Rats, Elizabeth Josy Paniculum, Sampath Madhyastha, Teresa Joy, Vandana Blossom, Rai Rajalakshmi, Murlimanju Bv Jun 2017

Early Postnatal Treatment Effect Of Methylphenidate On Spontaneous And Reward Alteration And Neuronal Morphology Of Hippocampus In Rats, Elizabeth Josy Paniculum, Sampath Madhyastha, Teresa Joy, Vandana Blossom, Rai Rajalakshmi, Murlimanju Bv

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Differential Effects Of Infusion Of Orexin A And Orexin B Into Basolateral Amygdala On Feeding Behaviour In Albino Rats, Ganaraja B, Rashmi K S, Santosh Mayannavar Jun 2017

Differential Effects Of Infusion Of Orexin A And Orexin B Into Basolateral Amygdala On Feeding Behaviour In Albino Rats, Ganaraja B, Rashmi K S, Santosh Mayannavar

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.


Mentoring In Medical Education: A Neglected Essentiality, Shally Awasthi Jun 2017

Mentoring In Medical Education: A Neglected Essentiality, Shally Awasthi

Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences

No abstract provided.