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34 articles for “catheter”
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Selection of Cannula and Site-Back to Basics
Abstract: Venepuncture is the most commonly invasive procedure in hospitals. Intravenous (IV) cannulation is the second most in procedure for patients in hospital. Today 85–95% of all hospitalised receive IV’s in one form or another. They are associated with a range of complications that can be damaging to patients’ health and increase healthcare costs. In order to minimise the risk of these complications, thorough patient assessment and careful selection of catheter …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Pathogens in Nosocomial Infections: Epidemiology, Resistance, and Control Measures
Abstract: Nosocomial infections, also known as healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), are a serious global health issue, leading to higher patient morbidity, prolonged hospital stays, and increased medical costs. Various pathogens—such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites—are responsible for these infections, especially in healthcare environments where they easily spread. They can be transmitted through direct contact with infected patients, contaminated medical equipment, or even airborne particles.Patients with weakened immune systems, those requiring prolonged …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Nursing Bed with Integrated Toilet
Abstract: The nursing bed with integrated toilet is an new innovation in the healthcare sector .Our idea focuses on the patients who are unable to walk and are bedridden due to the some illness or injuries .There have been made many attempts to develop a better toileting aid for bedridden patients to replace conventional incontinence products such as absorbent products, indwelling urinary catheters, and bedpans, although without much success. Automatic urine …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 66–73 Read article
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Cardiovascular Image Segmentation in Computed Tomography Angiography ImagesUsing Deep Learning Approaches
Abstract: In present time, the cardiovascular disease is one of the common causes of mortality in human. In field of medical science, Heart angiography is one of the processes to testing of heart disease. Heart angiography identifies the abnormality in heart vessels. There are mainly two approaches to identify the heart disease. Former approach is the invasive and latter one is the non-invasive approaches. Invasive process is a painful diagnostic procedure …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 20–27 Read article
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A comparative study to assess the Ankle Brachial Index by palpatory and Doppler method
Abstract: Background of the study: Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is strongly associated with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular morbidity and mortality. Relatively few non-invasive diagnostic tests are available that can reveal the evidence of atherosclerosis before the development of symptoms. One such simple, cost effective diagnostic test is Ankle Brachial Index. Since, there is a need to validate palpatory method of Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) measurement, the study was conceived.Aim of the study: …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Methods to Increase Peripheral Veins Visualization in Patients Getting Chemotherapy
Abstract: Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion is a common nursing procedure often required for the administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics, blood products, fluids and other medical therapies. The insertion of intravenous cannula can be extremely difficult, particularly in individuals receiving repeated course of chemotherapy. Because of the nature of chemotherapeutic drugs, the veins may get damaged and makes the intravenous cannulation difficult. The current article highlights certain methods which can enhance the visualization …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 123–129 Read article
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Methods to Increase Peripheral Veins Visualization in Patients Getting Chemotherapy
Abstract: Peripheral intravenous catheter insertion is a common nursing procedure often required for the administration of chemotherapy, antibiotics, blood products, fluids and other medical therapies. The insertion of intravenous cannula can be extremely difficult, particularly in individuals receiving repeated course of chemotherapy. Because of the nature of chemotherapeutic drugs, the veins may get damaged and makes the intravenous cannulation difficult. The current article highlights certain methods which can enhance the visualization …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 123–129 Read article
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Use of Condom Tamponade to Manage Massive Obstetric Hemorrhage at a Tertiary Center in Rajasthan
Abstract: Conventionally, postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is defined as blood loss of more than 500 mL, followed by vaginal delivery and 1000 mL followed by caesarean section. PPH is blood loss which causes a 10% drop in hematocritor which threatens the hemodynamic stability of the patient and needs blood transfusion. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of condom tamponade in the management of massive obstetric hemorrhage and to …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 26–28 Read article
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Comparison of Efficacy and Outcome of Radiocephalic and Brachiocephalic Arteriovenous Fistula in Patients of Chronic Kidney Disease
Abstract: Introduction: Hemodialysis is the most common treatment modality for patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Vascular access can be created in the form of arteriovenous fistula (AVF), arteriovenous graft (AVG) or central venous catheter (CVC). Material and Methods: The study was conducted in the Department of Urology, Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS), Rohtak, Haryana, India from November 2016 onwards on patients who were admitted …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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An Alternative Access Vein for Chemo Port Placement in a Case of Bilateral Breast Cancer: Intraoperative Axillary Vein Approach
Abstract: The long-term access to veins for periodic infusion of chemotherapeutic drugs is desirable due to various reasons. This can be achieved by either percutaneous or surgical cut down approaches, each with its own merits and demerits. In a patient with bilateral breast cancer the insertion of port can be worrisome and various alternative access veins have been described. Here we describe a case of woman with bilateral breast cancer where …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Thermo-Responsive Polymer Blends for Minimally Invasive Medical Procedures
Abstract: Thermo-responsive polymer blends have become a key new class of biomaterials for the minimally invasive medical procedure. They offer precision, flexibility and greater patient safety. These smart materials undergo a change of physical/ mechanical properties relative to temperature difference in the body, limiting tissue trauma and increasing effectiveness of the procedure. Their adjustable sol-gel behavior, shape-memory effects and reversible volume change provides an opportunity for their precise delivery through catheters, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2026 Read article
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Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and Its Different Testing Methods: A Review
Abstract: Staphylococcus aureus, a gram-positive bacterium is a serious current health care concern. In the mid-1980s, S. aureus strains emerged that were resistant to the beta-lactamase-stable penicillin, these strains were termed methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA). Methicillin resistance in S. aureus is primarily mediated by the mecA gene, which codes for the modified penicillin-binding protein 2a. MRSA strain has become one of the well-known etiologic agents for a wide variety of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 27–30 Read article
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A Bioinformatics Approach for the Identification of Genes Responsible for Biofilm Formation in Candida Species
Abstract: Candida biofilm is one of the attributes for drug resistance in candidiasis. Candida biofilms are found on prosthetics, catheters, and implanted devices leads to biofouling. Genes such as ALS1, CDR1, ERG11, HWP1, LIP4 and WOR1 code for biofilm. In this study, bioinformatics tools have been used for data mining and analysis of genes responsible for biofilm formation in Candida tropicalis. Genes responsible for biofilm were tabulated via PubMed search, based …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 79–87 Read article
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Hypothesis of Development of Sukshma Basti: An Outpatient-Based Emergency Ayurvedic Management Procedure
Abstract: Basti is an important Panchakarma procedure employed chiefly for the management of neurological, and neuromuscular disease. The procedure is considered as half treatment as it may be used in almost all type of diseases. This is useful as radical management, and in the present era it is used as indoor planned procedure. In today’s era emergency management is key and most vital—Basti is a very useful tool for emergency management …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 25–30 Read article