Benign Sacrococcygeal Teratoma in Adults: A Systematic Review of the Literature |
Author : Anudeep Yekula, Sulekhya Inturu, Samiksha Jain, Anuroop Yekula, Abhinaya Kotha, Anurag Pasula and Kiran Kumar Yekula |
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Abstract :Introduction:Sacrococcygeal teratomas are tumors derived from embryonic germ cell layers predominantly occurring in pediatric cohorts. They are rare in adults and limited data exists on their clinicopathologic characteristics and their management. Methods:The aim of the study is to explore the demographic, clinical, radiographic, histopathologic, and the management of SCT in adults through a comprehensive systematic review of literature. |
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Efficacy and Safety of Zonisamide as Initial Monotherapy in Indian Patients with Epilepsy: A Subgroup Analysis of Prospective, Multicentre, Post-marketing Surveillance Study |
Author : Balaji Patil and Team |
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Abstract :Introduction:As very limited clinical data is available in Indian patients with Zonisamide initial monotherapy, a subgroup analysis of data from a prospective, post-marketing. A surveillance study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Zonisamide as initial monotherapy in Indian adult patients. |
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Pharmacotherapeutic Effects of Hippophae rhamnoides in Rat Model of Post-traumatic Epilepsy in View of Oxidative Stress, Na+,K+ATPase Activity and Sodium Ion Channel Expression |
Author : Stanzin Ladol and Deepak Sharma |
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Abstract :Background: Post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE) is a brain disorder characterized by an occurrence of spontaneous and recurrent seizures post brain insults. Initiation and progression of epilepsy is a complex process involving numerous cellular, molecular, and signalling mechanisms. Therefore, understanding the mechanism involved and finding safer treatments is of paramount importance. |
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Pandemic Fatigue: An Overview of Systemic Processes |
Author : Primavera Fisogni |
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Abstract :Pandemic fatigue is a recurrent topic in the narration of the mental effects due to pandemic. It is generally described in term of self-exhaustion or tiredness, lack of attention, difficulty in carrying out the operations of everyday life, anxiety and loss of hope. It affects, in different ways, those who are particularly exposed to the distress of COVID-19 (health systems operators) and ordinary people. Being a discomfort rooted in the existential frame, pandemic fatigue cannot be interpreted only as a sole cluster of psychological/psychiatric symptoms or syndromes. |
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Towards Correct and Safe Diagnosis of Specific Learning Disorder in Preschool Age. The perspective of Early Multi-collector Diagnostic Approaches. A Pilot Study |
Author : Victoria Zakopoulou, Katerina D Tzimourta, Georgios Ntritsos, Alexandros T Tzallas, Markos G Tsipouras, Loukas G Astrakas, Pavlos Christodoulides, Ioannis Paliokas, Vassilis Zakopoulos and Nikolaos Giannakeas |
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Abstract :Background:The wide range of terminology, multiple diagnostic criteria, and multifarious basis of Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) constitutes a new reality in the complex entity of SLD. In this manuscript, we address this issue and present the findings of a pilot study concerning the early diagnosis of SLD, while strongly emphasizing the necessity of integrating and testing a vast range of data from multiple domains and skills to achieve correct and safe early diagnosis of SLD. |
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Intramedullary Spinal Cord Metastasis from Urothelial Carcinoma |
Author : Michael Spinrad, Pouya Entezami, David Jones and John Dalfino |
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Abstract :Intramedullary spinal cord metastases (ISCM) are rare neoplasms often associated with significant neurological deterioration. Spinal cord metastases secondary to bladder carcinoma are particularly rare. We report a 56-year-old male found to have an intradural intramedullary lesion at T12. A bladder mass was also discovered on ultrasound, as well as additional systemic metastases. A dorsal approach was undertaken for the spinal cord lesion. Bladder carcinoma was confirmed as the origin of this metastasis histopathologically. ISCM carries a poor prognosis and information is limited to case reports and series. Early recognition could improve patient therapy and quality of life |
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Work Experiences as a Neurosurgeon in a Remote City |
Author : Manish Kumar Dhiraj |
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Abstract :Create awareness in general population that Neurosurgery can be performed in remote areas and at low cost, (the aver-age cost of major brain surgeries in my hospital is about Rs. 1,20,000/-, i.e. approximately $ 1,700 including the cost of surgery, medicines and hospital stay), which is about 5 times less than the cost in big corporate Hospitals in India and much less compared to the cost incurred in the developed countries. |
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Tumefactive Virchow Robin Spaces and its Mimics in Paediatric Patients: A Pictorial Review |
Author : Bhavini Gupta, Omprakash Tavri and Sarfaraz Shaikh |
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Abstract :Virchow Robin spaces represent piallined perivascular spaces and correspond to extensions of subarachnoid space, found in certain characteristic locations around the brain. These spaces are predominantly filled with interstitial fluid and follow CSF intensity on imaging. Enlarged VirchowRobin spaces, also known as enlarged perivascular spaces (EPVS) are considered when their size increases beyond 2 mm. |
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The Normative Value for Heart Rate Variability for the Assessment of Sympatho-vagal Balance in Healthy Adult Population of Bihar |
Author : Yogesh Kumar, Pramita Dubey, Kamlesh Jha, Tribhuwan Kumar and Ramji Singh |
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Abstract :Recording of HRV will help us to identify cardiovascular autonomic derangement earlier. However, to be used clinically, normative data has to be established. In this study, HRV analysis of 111 young healthy subjects aged 18 to 30 yrs is done who are divided on the basis of gender. In time domain parameters, values are slightly higher for males for RR interval and slightly higher for females for RMSSD and PRR50%. In frequency domain parameters, higher values are found for VLF for males and LF and HF for females. Total power is higher for females and LF/HF ratio is higher for males. However, no comprehensive investigations of all HRV indices in large normal populations have yet been performed. |
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The Importance of the Anatomical Variations in Practical Medicine |
Author : Valchkevich Dzmitry and Valchkevich Aksana |
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Abstract :There are many variations of the structure of the human body that can significantly affect the outcome of medical procedures or they can cause pathological conditions in patients. Anatomical variants often met in anatomy and surgery. Knowledge of variant anatomy is extremely important in modern medical education, since the variations of structures can often change the symptoms and the course of diseases. According to the literature, about 10% of cases of intraoperative complications occur due to ignorance of anatomical variants. The anatomist teacher is obliged to analyze clinically significant variants of the structure of organs and structures with students during practical classes in anatomy. |
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Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 Encephalitis with Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 MRI Findings in an Immunocompetent Adult |
Author : Lintu Ramachandran, Vibhav K Bansal, Muhammad Janjua, Taha Mohamed Djirdeh and Janine Borja |
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Abstract :Infectious encephalitis is a common cause of acute altered mental status in adults. Most cases of viral encephalitis are often from Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)-1 and are commonly associated with specific MRI findings that include temporal lobe changes. HSV-2 associated encephalitis is however remarkably rare. Even in HSV-2 encephalitis cases, MRI findings of temporal lobe changes are not typical. We present the case of a patient who presented with classic MRI findings, but was found to have PCR confirmed HSV-2 associated encephalitis. We discuss and hypothesize mechanisms by which HSV gains access to CNS and the reason behind increasing cases of HSV-2 associated encephalitis |
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The Biofeedback Therapy on Academic Stress among Graduate Students |
Author : K Jayasankara Reddy |
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Abstract :The study aimed at understanding the effects of Biofeedback therapy, as an intervention strategy, on academic stress of undergraduate college students in Bangalore, India. Bangalore has been dealing with an increase in student suicide rates and academic stress has been touted to be one of the reasons for this increase. Moreover, academic stress is also linked with increased anxiety and depressive symptoms. Biofeedback therapy is a relatively new method of treatment, which utilizes modern technology to address various issues such as stress, by helping the individual self-regulate and monitor their own bodily processes thereby, reducing stress. |
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The Importance of the Anatomical Variations in Practical Medicine |
Author : Valchkevich Dzmitry and Valchkevich Aksana |
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Abstract :There are many variations of the structure of the human body that can significantly affect the outcome of medical procedures or they can cause pathological conditions in patients. Anatomical variants often met in anatomy and surgery. Knowledge of variant anatomy is extremely important in modern medical education, since the variations of structures can often change the symptoms and the course of diseases. According to the literature, about 10% of cases of intraoperative complications occur due to ignorance of anatomical variants. The anatomist teacher is obliged to analyze clinically significant variants of the structure of organs and structures with students during practical classes in anatomy |
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