International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences

Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Akhilesh K. Pathak
ISSN: 2395-440X(Print); 2395-3950(Online)

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Language: English

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    Awareness Of Organ Donation Among Medical Students Of Jaipur City
    (International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences, 2018-07) Verma, Rajesh Kumar; Rawat, Vivek; Simatwal, Naveen Kumar; Chaudhary, Subhash
    Background and Objectives: Organ donation is the process of surgically removing an organ or tissue from donor and placing it into a recipient. The present study was conducted to assess the awareness, knowledge, and attitude regarding organ donation among medical students of Jaipur city, Rajasthan. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among the second year undergraduates at tertiary centre to evaluate the awareness, knowledge, and attitude regarding Organ Donation. Results: Among the study population, 90% were aware of the term „Organ Donation,? 60% students were aware of the “organ transplantation act.” About 60 % students wanted to be a part of any Organ Donation group and also motivate others for organ donation. Interpretation and Conclusion: A well organized approach is required to raise awareness among the youth about various aspects of Organ Donation which is necessary to eliminate the setbacks that affect the rate of availability of donor organs. Motivating messages and facts are some of the means of intervention to bring about changes regarding perceptions and intentions about Organ Donation among the students. Shortage of donor organs can be resolved by raising awareness and educating the youth about various aspects of Organ Donation since they comprise of the majority of the population.
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    Mri Characterization Of Sellar & Parasellar Lesions And Their Clinical Correlation
    (International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences, 2018-07) Aggarwal, Nidhi; Gehlot, Kushal; NK, Kardam; Khan, Alsaba
    Aims & Objectives: This study aimed to describe the prevalence of the various lesions and to characterize imaging features of the sellar and parasellar lesions and to correlate between clinical and radiological diagnosis. Methodology: This study was done for the characterization of sellar & parasellar lesions with the help of MRI scan, which were done at the MRI centre, MB Hospital, Udaipur, Rajasthan from January 1, 2017, to December 2017. Medical case papers were reviewed for the primary clinical indication that led to a referral for pituitary MRI and serum prolactin levels were noted to follow up regarding surgical or conservative management was done. After analyzing the data results were expressed as frequency of occurrence and percentages of various lesions which were compared with clinical findings. Results: The study population consisted of 80 patients, of which majority were females. MRI revealed abnormality in 68% cases and it was found that combined sellar and suprasellar involvement was there in most of the patients, followed by pure intrasellar and parasellar involvement. Conclusion: The sellar and parasellar regions can be affected by a wide variety of lesions with almost similar presentation. When symptoms of mass effect, visual field deficits and endocrine abnormalities are not sufficient to distinguish these lesions, the use of MRI can helpful in reaching the proper diagnosis
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    (International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences, 2018-07) Singh, Balveer; Kardam, Narendra; Gehlot, Kushal; Singh, Rambir
    Background: Diffusion weighted MRI imaging is a new technique which measures the microscopic motion of water protons. It provides image contrast that is dependent on the motion of water molecules, which may be substantially altered by disease. Methodology: In our prospective study a total of 80 cases of various intracranial pathologies were evaluated.MR imaging including T1, T2, fluid attenuation inversion recovery (FLAIR), gradient sequences, ADC and diffusion weighted imaging were obtained in various planes. Aims & Objectives: To assess the role & efficacy of Diffusion-weighted imaging in evaluation of intracranial pathologies. To assess the role & efficacy of Diffusion-weighted imaging in evaluation of early infarcts & differentiating early infarcts from chronic infarcts. To assess the role of Diffusion-Weighted MR Imaging for differentiating Rim-Enhancing Brain lesions. Results: Infract was the most Common lesions detected in our study. DW MRI is highly sensitive in detection of hyperacute and acute infract as compared to conventional MR (T2 & FLAIR). Other detected lesions include Meningioma, Abscess, Encephalitis, Acute Hematoma, ADEM, Medulloblastoma & Subdural Empyema
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    Epidemiological Analysis Of Appendicitis In A Rural Tertiary Care Hospital, Tamilnadu
    (International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences, 2018-07) M.S., G. Mohandhas; D.A.; M.S, Vijayan
    Aim: The aim was to study the 2-years of epidemiological analysis of acute appendicitis in a rural medical college, Perambalur, Tamilnadu. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective study of patients, who were admitted with a diagnosis of appendicitis over a period of 2 years excluding negative appendectomy cases. Totally, 469 cases were diagnosed as an acute appendicitis, on clinical suspicion and investigations during this period. We reviewed and studied these cases regarding incidence of appendicitis in different age groups, sex, according to dietary pattern and seasonal trend. Results: Occurrence of appendicitis was the highest in the 31-40 years age group, which constituted 31.56%, followed by 21-30 years age group, which constituted 27.29%. The incidence of appendicitis between the age group 11 and 20 years constituted 20.68%, while between 51 and 60 years age group it was 8.32%. I first decade it was 4.48% andabove 60 years age group it was 4.05%. The youngest case recorded was 8 years of age and the oldest was 72 years of age. In this study,the occurrence of appendicitis, the incidents were marginally higher in female (42.86%) than male (57.14%). The occurrence of appendicitis was maximum in the summer and low in the rainy season. Conclusion: Acute appendicitis should be suspected irrespective of age, sex and socioeconomic status of the individual. Age-specific occurrence, sex ratio of appendicitis give the impression that epidemiologic features of acute appendicitis are different with worldwide data. It is difficult to diagnose appendicitis in young children, young women and elderly people. Total leukocyte count, urine microscopy, ultrasonography and computed tomography abdomen should be used as a diagnostic aid in doubtful cases in association with physical findings, but it does not replace the clinical skills of a general surgeon.
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    Epidemiological Profile Of Urinary Tract Calculi Patients And Chemical Composition Of Extracted Stones: A Retrospective Study
    (International Research and Publications in Medical Sciences, 2018-07) Jindal, Amandeep; Gill, Gurpreet Singh
    Background & objectives: Urolithiasis is one of the most common painful urological disorder.Different chemical compositions of extracted stones has been reported from various parts of our country. The present study was conducted to determines the epidemiological profile of urinary tract calculi patientsand chemical compositions of extracted stones in a tertiary care hospital situated at a rural area of Punjab. Methods: Epidemiological profile and chemical composition of extracted stones from 50 operated patients of urinary calculi were checked. Results: Urinary tract stones were observed more in males residing in urban area and the unilateral stones were more common.Pure vegetarians in the 2nd-3rd decade of life areprone to suffer. The most of renal calculi were composed of calcium oxalate/calcium phosphate. Interpretation &Conclusion: Pure vegetarians Males in urban areas in the 2nd-3rd decadeof life are more prone for Unilateral,Non recurrent calcium oxalate /calcium phosphate stones.