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Role of Clinical Pharmacist in Evaluation of Women’s Knowledge Status Regarding Vaginal Infections and Its Management - A Hospital Based Study
Abstract: AbstractBackground: Vaginal infections particularly Vaginitis is one of the most frequentgynecological problems in females especially and is one of the most prevalent infections among Reproductive tract infection (RTI)in their reproductive ages and has significant clinical consequences. It is one of the major public health problems among adolescents that cause a considerable proportion of gynecological morbidity and maternal mortality in the developing countries. Aim and Objectives: To assess knowledge status in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 31–38 Read article
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Effect of Unani Pharmacopeial Formulation Damavi on Iron Profile in Cases of Anaemia
Abstract: Anaemia is decrease in red blood cells or haemoglobin in blood; its frequency is around 2.36 billion i.e. 33% in 2015. Important symptoms associated include paleness of skin, weakness, shortness of breath, poor ability to exercise, etc. Many Unani formulations are used for treating anaemia but in this study, Tab. Damavi was used to see its effect on iron profile. This study was carried out at Regional Research Institute of …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–15 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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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Blood Donation Among Students of Health Science in Private University College in Mekelle, Tigray, and Ethiopia
Abstract: Background: Human blood is an important element of human life. Incidentally, there is no substitute to blood hence donation of blood by humans is of utmost importance. Millions of blood units are collected from donors every year but demands are increasing day by day that is pushing for sufficient and timely provision of blood. Because of that the theme for Blood Donation Day in 2017 focuses on emergency situations, “Give …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 30–46 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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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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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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A Typical Case of Asherman Syndrome (Fritsch Syndrome) due to Prolonged Retained Fragment of Cu-T in Myometrium
Abstract: Asherman or Fritsch syndrome is also known as intrauterine adhesions. It can lead to partial or complete dysfunction of the endometrium. It affects women of all races and ages equally suggesting no underlying genetic predisposition for its development. The incidence is 40% after D and C. It is mostly due to vigorous curettage of endometrium causes scarring and occlusion in the uterine cavity or it may also be due to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 10–12 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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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 Study to Assess the Knowledge regarding Antenatal Care among the Antenatal Mothers in Selected Hospital, Ratnagiri
Abstract: The purpose of the present study was to assess the knowledge regarding antenatal care among the antenatal mothers in selected hospital Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, India. A total of 60 samples of nonprobability convenience sampling technique were used. Total four demographic variables were assessed for knowledge regarding antenatal care. Total 60 samples were selected for the study. Following findings were noted. Finding related to age of the subject: in the study as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Hypothyroidism-A Common Health Issue
Abstract: Hypothyroidism is one among general health problem in India and also in worldwide. Data reveals prevalence of hypothyroidism in adult Indian population. Its prevalence was more in Female gender and older age. It affects approximately one in 10 adults in the study population. Subclinical hypothyroidism and anti-TPO antibody positivity were the other most common observations along with Clinical Hypothyroidism.
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 18–25 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