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Study on Vitamin D Deficiency and Hypocalcemia in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Single-Centered Study
Abstract: Background: Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) suffers from multiple comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes mellitus, coronary artery disease and pyelonephritis. The most commonly accompanied complications are Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) and hypocalcemia that require multiple medications. This study evaluated the number of patients suffering from VDD and hypocalcemia and also analysed the utilization pattern of Calcium and Vitamin D supplements in CKD patients. Objectives: To evaluate the number of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Study on Healthcare Workers in a Tertiary Institute of Uttarakhand on Possible Adverse Effects after COVID-19 Vaccination
Abstract: The occurrence of a devastating pandemic of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS- CoV-2) infection, which emerged in the year 2019 in Wuhan, China, has come out as a primary concern all over the world. Many measures were adopted to prevent its spread, but the role of vaccines is inevitable. Understanding the importance of vaccines in the current situation, Government of India launched the COVID-19 vaccine drive on Jan 16, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–31 Read article
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Lipid Profile Analysis in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients Belonging to Kota South
Abstract: Background: Diabetes mellitus is a category of metabolic disorders marked by persistently high blood sugar levels and abnormalities in the metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates as a result of deficiencies in the secretion or action of insulin, or both. Diabetic dyslipidemia is characterized by elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), and increased triglyceride (TG) levels. The objective of this study is to assess the lipid …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 38–41 Read article
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ASSESSMENT ON THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF SUBSTANCE USE AMONG PREPARATORY STUDENTS OF MEKELLE.
Abstract: Background: Substance abuse has been defined by Asuni et al. as 'excessive or inappropriate use of psycho-active substance by a person; such use being considered or judged to be illegal/immoral by the culture and resulting in harm to the person or society'. Globally, the UNODC estimates that between 155 and 250 million people, or 3.5% to 5.7% of the population aged 15–64 years, had used illicit substances at least once …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 6–26 Read article
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Clinical Profile of Dengue Fever with Its Acute Complications in Rural Population of Jaipur District
Abstract: Dengue is the most important mosquito-borne viral infection in terms of morbidity and mortality. In recent years, it has become a major public health concern. The present study was conducted on hospitalized adult patients of NIMS Medical College & Hospital with the aim to study the clinical profile and usual presentations of dengue fever. During the study of 75 patients of dengue infection, 18 had dengue fever (DF), 19 had …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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A Retrospective Study of Epidemiological Factors Associated with Measles in Children (0–5 Years) in Four Villages of Barabanki District in Rural Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Measles is a leading cause of death among young children even though a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available to prevent the disease. The objective of the present study was to study the epidemiology of measles in children (0–5 years) in the four villages of Barabanki district in rural Uttar Pradesh and also to study various factors responsible for measles in rural Uttar Pradesh. It is a retrospective cross-sectional epidemiological …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Effects of a Single Dose Inhalation of Ipratropium Bromide, Salbutamol, Salmeterol, Beclomethasone, Budesonide in Stable Chronic Bronchitis: Comparative Study
Abstract: Chronic bronchitis usually treated with long acting bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroids as monotherapy or in combination. The aim of this study is to assess the efficacy of single dose of β2-agonist (short and long acting), muscarinic antagonist and inhaled corticosteroids on the pulmonary function test in clinically stable chronic bronchitis patients. A total number of 93 (61 males and 32 females) patients who fulfilled the criteria of uncomplicated chronic bronchitis …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 12–17 Read article
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Seroprevalence of Hepatitis E Virus and Serum Level of Serum Aspartate Transaminase (AST) and Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) Among Jaundice Patients in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Abstract: Hepatitis E is an acute disease caused by hepatitis E virus that usually manifest as acute jaundice. It is a waterborne infection and occurs sporadically or as epidemic outbreaks. Hepatitis E virus (HEV) is a positive-stranded RNA virus with a 7.2 kb genome with three open reading frames In this study we report the seroprevalence of HEV in different categories of jaundice patients along with their elevation of serum bilirubin, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Case Report on Nevirapine Induced Exfoliative Dermatitis
Abstract: Nevirapine is the first drug of non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NNRTI) class to treat seropositive patients, administered along with protease inhibitors and/or NRTIs. Nevirapine binds directly to reverse transcriptase (RT) and blocks the RNA-dependent and DNA-dependent polymerase enzyme. Exfoliative dermatitis is wide spread erythema and scaling of skin caused by pre-existing skin disorders, drugs and cancer, unknown causes. HIV infected patients are more prone to Exfoliative Dermatitis. This is a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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The Attitude of Eligible Couples Towards Tubectomy versus Vasectomy in Selected Rural Areas
Abstract: The objective of the study was to compare the attitude of eligible couples towards tubectomy versus vasectomy in selected rural areas. The non-experimental research approach was adopted for the study with descriptive comparative research design. 200 eligible couples (100 males and 100 females) were selected through convenient sampling technique. The tool developed and used for data for data collection was structured questionnaire. Paper pencil technique was used to collect data. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 24–26 Read article
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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Onchocerciasis Prevention and Control in Becho Woreda, Illu Ababora, Oromia Regional State, South West Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Onchocerciasis is a filarial disease caused by Onchocerca volvulus and transmitted by a black fly. Onchocerciasis is a killer of livestock and wild animals, so its prevention and control are helpful for health planners and health educators providing basic information to focus on its prevention and control. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of onchocerciasis prevention and control in Becho woreda, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Factors Influencing Institutional Child Birth among Women in Aynalem Kebelle, Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia
Abstract: Giving birth is the most critical part of pregnancy intervention for improving maternal and child health in Ethiopia with maternal mortality ratio of 673 per 100,000 live births. The majority of births are delivered at home and the proportion of deliveries assisted by skilled attendant is very low. The present study assessed the factors influencing institutional child birthing among women in Aynalem Kebelle, Mekelle, and Tigray, Ethiopia.A community-based cross-sectional study …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 21–27 Read article
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Tuberculosis Treatment Outcomes among TB Patients at FenoteSelam District Hospital, West Gojjam Zone, Amhara, Northwest Ethiopia
Abstract: Introduction: Tuberculosis is a major public health problem throughout the world. One third of the world’s population is estimated to be infected with bacilli and hence at risk of developing active disease. It is the second leading cause of death from an infectious disease worldwide after HIV, which caused an estimated 1.8 million deaths. The main reason for this is the high rate of death as an unsuccessful outcome. Incomplete …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Study of Variation in Platelet Count and WBC Count in Smear of Serology Positive Malaria Patients
Abstract: Malaria constitutes one of the maximum percentages of mortal diseases on earth. It is normally definite by abnormalities in many haematological indices with anaemia and thrombocytopenia being almost regular. Malaria is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. It is estimated that there are about 300–500 million new cases every year, with 1.5–2.7 million deaths worldwide. The study was conducted in population of Anand city, and district …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 15–17 Read article
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A Prospective Study on Role of Doctor of Pharmacy/Clinical Pharmacist in Identification, Reporting and Minimization of Medication Errors in Drug Dispensary (Outpatient Unit) of an ESI Hospital
Abstract: The aim of present prospective study was to assess the role of clinical pharmacist/doctor of pharmacy in the identification, reporting and minimization of drug errors in dispensary department of ESI Hospital, Bengaluru, India. A prospective, observational, non-interventional study was conducted at the department of ESI Hospital, Bengaluru, for a period of six months from October 2018 to March 2019. All patient-related information was collected as per case record form. Among …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Prevalence and Risk Factors in a Sample Population of Hemiplegia—An Observational Study
Abstract: Falij is the paralysis of longitudinal half of the body starting either below the neck, sparing head and face or covering the entire longitudinal half of the body from head to toe. It draws analogy with hemiplegia occurring due to stroke. Unani system of medicine asserts to possess treatment for motor recovery in Falije Nisfi. Almost all ancient Unani physicians have advocated Tanqia and Ta’deel as treatment of Falij caused …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Effect of Heavy Backpack Load and Carrying Duration on Musculoskeletal System: Review
Abstract: Carrying a heavy backpack load can have a detrimental musculoskeletal effect on the health status of school children, army, labor tasks and adults dealing with too heavy working loads. The purpose of this study is to review the literature, to investigate the effect of a collaboration of heavy backpack load on musculoskeletal activities whilst carrying different loads. Mendeley, Cochrane Library, PubMed, Academic Search Complete, Science Direct, and Google Scholar were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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A Clinical Study based Observation on Prevalence of Altered Liver Enzymes among Patients of Hepatobiliary Diseases Attending National Institute of Unani Medicine, India
Abstract: Background: Hepatobiliary disease is a major health problem responsible for millions of deaths annually. As reported, more than 40 million deaths occur annually in South-East Asia Region due to hepatobiliary diseases. This study was conducted as a clinical trial to assess the efficacy of Unani formulation, from which the data on prevalence of altered liver enzymes among patients of hepatobiliary diseases in which the study participants were collected and compiled …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Needle Stick Injury (NSI) and its Associated Factors Among Healthcare Workers in Jugal Hospital, Harar, Ethiopia, 2021
Abstract: Objective: To determine the prevalence of needle stick injuries (NSIs) and its associated factors among healthcare workers in Jugal hospital, Harar, Ethiopia, 2021. Methods: Cross-sectional study was conducted from November 1st-15th, 2021. All health care workers working in the hospital were the source population. Self-administer questionnaire was used to collect data. Data was analyzed using SPSS software package version 21.0. Logistic regression was used to assess the association between the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Benign ProstaticHyperplasia–EnhancementinPrevalence,EtiologyandManagement
Abstract: The goal is to learn more about the prevalence, etiology, treatment, and complications of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This is a 6-month retrospective study that covers people who have been diagnosed with BPH. The prevalence, etiology, management, and consequences of benign prostatic hyperplasia were investigated. By recognizing lower urinary tract symptoms and identifying an enlarged prostate, men can receive early treatment and limit the effects of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Benign prostatic …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–11 Read article