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Spotting Danger: A Case Of Endometrial Carcinoma, Piyush Pandey

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Glanzmann Thrombaesthenia: A Rare But Potentially Life Threatening Bleeding Disorder, Ishita Agarwal, Emine A. Rahiman, Archana M.V, Vasudeva Bhat K, Swathi P.M

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Multi-Organ Dysfunction In A Patient With Hymenoptera Envenomation, Poojitha Palani, Mohammad Khalid, Freston Marc Sirur

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

"Unfolding The Mystery Within The Folds: Cutis Verticis Gyrata A Rare Clue To Pituitary Macroadenoma", Rahul Yadav I G, Shruthi H N, Mahanthesh P

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

From Relief To Risk: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Caused By A Common Pain Relieving Drug Like Diclofenac, Vindhya Chavali, Rajashekar T.S, Harish Prasanna

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

An Interesting Case Of Painful Quadriparesis, Medha Tripathy, Archith Boloor

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

A Case Of Crohn’S Disease With Neurological Extra Intestinal Manifestations, Srikar Giduthuri, Shivashankara .

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Laryngeal Amyloidosis, Mehnaaz Masoud, Deepak Nayak M

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

An Approach To Conjugated Hyperbilirubinemia In Neonates, Debyani Kishore, Arjun Asok

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Medassure: Medical Safety And Medical Error Reduction, Sahajanya Srikanth, Mohammed Sameer Ahmed

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Ossn And Immunotherapy: A Hope For Scarless Recovery, Shreya Dutta, Teena Mendonca, Ajay Kamath

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Male Breast Carcinoma- A Case That Is Against The Odds, Anagha Ganesh, A.S. Gogate, Vinod Karagi

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Ovarian Dysgerminoma, Ashwin Rajasekar, Meghana ., Vasantha Lakshmi

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Uterine And Cervical Fibroid Wih Chief Complaint Of Urinary Retention, Treated With Abdominal Hysterectory And Bilateral Salphingo-Oophorectomy, Shivani Gupta, Akhila Vasudev

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Fetal Growth Restriction As Precursor To Eclampsia- The Canary In The Coal Mine, Chirag P Srivatsa, Nirupama Annadanam, Sheela H S

Vedam- 2024, The Academic Fest and Undergraduate Medical Conference of KMC, Manipal

No abstract provided.

Wmdds Bulletin Winter 2024

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

In the Winter 2024 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• Advocacy Avenue: MDA Dental PAC
• Becoming an RDA

Also included are your monthly tripartite update, news from West Michigan counties, the President's Message and Editor's Letter.

Adpac And You

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

This Advocacy Avenue article is adapted from an interview with MDA Trustee and District 9 ADPAC Board Member Michelle Szewczyk.

The MDA and ADA invest a great deal of manpower and finance to bring value to the membership in the form of advocacy. This is critical, as dentists’ collective interests are represented by the MDA/ADA.

Lobby Day creates a space for attendees to engage with political analysts and subject matter experts who are working with Congress and other federal officials to represent our profession. There were more than 1,200 attendees at this year's Lobby Day, a record for the ADA. …

Opportunities In Grand Rapids For Oral Surgeons And Dentists With Advanced Training, Brandon Francis Md, Mph

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

Trinity Health Grand Rapids is a 385-bed, Level 2 Trauma Center located in the heart of Grand Rapids. We service a diverse patient population with varied acute care needs. As a Leapfrog Safety Grade A facility, we remain focused on providing safe, high-quality care as we are firmly on a path towards Zero Harm.

Wmdds In The House (Of Delegates)!

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

Do you ever wonder what occurs at the MDA House of Delegates? This article will summarize what happens at the House of Delegates during Annual Session and will let you know the roles your fellow WMDDS members played in it this year.

James E. Reagan, Dds: The Apple Doesn’T Fall Far From The Tree

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

West Michigan’s Jim Reagan was born James Edward Reagan on October 22nd, 1957, and he grew up in Lowell, Michigan. Jim was the fourth of ten Reagan children born to Bob (Robert Reagan, DDS) and Carol Reagan. Carol Reagan was an RN from Marquette, but her time was filled by being a homemaker. Jim’s dad, Bob Reagan, practiced as a dentist in Lowell, MI from 1953 until 1993. In fact, Bob Reagan was recognized with the Silent Bell in 1993. Jim and Bob are the first multi-generational family members to share that honor.

Wmdds Bulletin Spring 2024

West Michigan District Dental Society Bulletin

In the Spring 2024 issue, the reader will find the following feature articles:

• Advocacy Avenue: ADPAC and you
• Opportunities in Grand Rapids for Oral Surgeons and Dentists with Advanced Training
• James E. Reagan, DDS: The Apple Doesn't Fall Far from the Tree
• Silent Bell Awards Night and Celebration Highlights

Also included are your monthly tripartite update, news from West Michigan counties, the President's Message and Editor's Letter.

Real-World Impact Of Acupuncture On Analgesics And Healthcare Resource Utilization In Breast Cancer Survivors With Pain, Dina Quan Ng, Sanghoon Lee, Richard T. Lee, Yun Wang, Alexandre Chan

Pharmacy Faculty Articles and Research

Background

This study evaluated the real-world impact of acupuncture on analgesics and healthcare resource utilization among breast cancer survivors.

Methods

From a United States (US) commercial claims database (25% random sample of IQVIA PharMetrics® Plus for Academics), we selected 18–63 years old malignant breast cancer survivors experiencing pain and ≥ 1 year removed from cancer diagnosis. Using the difference-in-difference technique, annualized changes in analgesics [prevalence, rates of short-term (< 30-day supply) and long-term (≥ 30-day supply) prescription fills] and healthcare resource utilization (healthcare costs, hospitalizations, and emergency department visits) were compared between acupuncture-treated and non-treated patients.

Results

Among 495 (3%) acupuncture-treated patients (median age: 55 years, stage 4: 12%, average 2.5 years post cancer diagnosis), most had commercial health insurance (92%) and experiencing musculoskeletal pain (98%). Twenty-seven …

A Comparative Analysis Of Chemotherapeutic Administrations In Inhibiting Glioblastoma Multiforme Cellular Growth Utilizing An Integration Of Differentiation-Based Growth Models And Pharmacokinetic Equations, Anagha Chethan Gowda

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Glioblastoma multiforme, a disease of grade IV astrocytoma, accounts for 60-70% of malignant brain tumors.¹ Despite its low survival rate, little is known about GBM and its treatment. The purpose of this study was to assess the comparative effectiveness of the most common drugs (temozolomide, carmustine, bevacizumab) in reducing tumor growth within GBM chemotherapy. It was hypothesized that due to their properties as alkylating agents inhibiting growth genes within GBM, temozolomide and carmustine would provide the most reduction in cellular growth mathematically.² VisualPDE simulations were used to model administration of temozolomide, carmustine, bevacizumab, and none in chemotherapy and provide the …

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Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

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Utilizing Lentinula Edodes And Pleurotus Ostreatus To Decrease Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Growth With Oxidative Stress Present As A Model For Cancer, Abdullah Amir

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, and its effects can be worsened when high levels of oxidative stress are present. Lentinula edodes and Pleurotus ostreatus are two edible mushroom species that have been shown to contain many anticancer agents. However, the effects of these mushrooms have not been tested on cancer in the presence of oxidative stress. Therefore, the purpose of the present study was to test the effectiveness of L. edodes and P. ostreatus in reducing Saccharomyces cerevisiae growth when oxidative stress was present. It was hypothesized that these two mushroom species would …

A Comparative Study To Predict Ovarian Cancer, Binadie Wickramasinghe, Gloria Regisford

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Ovarian cancer is considered the fifth most common cancer type among females in the United States. Furthermore, ovarian cancer accounts for 25% of all gynecologic cancers, and usually, this cancer is diagnosed at a late stage. A patient can live at least five years longer if ovarian cancer is diagnosed early. Therefore, the early diagnosis of ovarian cancer is essential. This study aims to classify ovarian cancer using biomarkers such as ovarian cancer antigen (CA125), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin 6 (IL-6), human epididymis protein 4 (HE4), and anti-TP53 antibodies. Rising or persistent CA125 blood levels provide a highly …

Comparing Vitamin C And Vitamin E In Improving The Photostability Of A Retinol Serum Exposed To Heat Degradation, Isra Siddique

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Retinol, a form of Vitamin A, is a popular ingredient in skincare products for its anti-aging effects. However, in most cosmetic formulations, retinol destabilizes quickly, due to exposure to heat, light, oxygen and pH. To combat retinol degradation, many preservatives have been examined, including antioxidants like Vitamin C and E. Still, studies investigating the supplementation of Vitamin C and E in retinol formulations have mostly focused on stabilizing retinol against UV light alone and have yet to explore the effects of adding these vitamins on other stressors, such as heat. The purpose of this study was to compare the abilities …

Cortisol And Alpha-Synuclein Stability In Saliva Under Varying Storage And Handling Conditions, Mo Zheng, Sujata Srikanth, Jeremiah Carpenter, Delphine Dean

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor impairments and non-motor symptoms, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Currently, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is the primary biofluid used for PD biomarker studies, notably α-synuclein, despite the invasive nature of lumbar puncture procedures. Recent work has shown that some of these PD biomarkers have been measured in saliva. As an alternative to CSF, saliva can be non-invasively self-collected by patients repeatedly over time to monitor biomarker levels. However, the stability of these biomarkers in saliva needs to be evaluated before saliva can be considered for patient self-collection studies. Therefore, …

A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Non-Suicidal Self-Injury Among Incarcerated Juveniles, Chikira H. Barker, Justin Gibson, Rose Tusa, Charlotte Pearson, Aaron Mack, Sydney Sukhdeo, Rahn K. Bailey

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

Non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) most commonly occurs during adolescence, and it represents one of the highest risk factors for future suicidal behaviors. Understanding the prevalence, risk factors, and effective treatments in high-risk groups, such as adolescents who are criminally incarcerated, is of substantial importance. A systematic review was conducted on articles related to NSSI in incarcerated adolescents. The results of the meta-analysis found that the pooled estimated prevalence of NSSI in this population is 28% (95% CI: 0.21–0.36). Studies varied in their methods of measuring NSSI, with some relying on medical record reviews, unstandardized assessments, or standardized assessments. Several demographic, social, …

Effect Of Playing Soccer On The Level Of Visual Attention In High School Students, Hamilton Howard

Journal of the South Carolina Academy of Science

Soccer is a great example of a sport that requires a high performing set of cognitive processes. Though it may vary depending on position, each player must be acutely aware of many players on the opposition and friendly sides at once, as well as the ball. This is why soccer players and players of other similarly interactive sports have been found to score higher on executive function tests. However, these tests, especially those for visual attention, are not standardized. Indeed, there seems to be countless ways to test for visual attention, many of which are not considered very objective. The …