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140 articles for “Tertiary Hospital.”
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Clinical features, Related Problems and Health Seeking Behaviour Among Clients with Nephrolithiasis and Urolithiasis in a Tertiary care Hospital
Abstract: Renal stone is a common problem worldwide with its increasing prevalence. They are imposing a significant economic burden for nations. Lifestyle and environmental factors contribute significantly in their formation. Presentation of renal colic is common and therefore treatment is not delayed. However, in absence of any preventive measure >50% renal stone may reoccur. Renal stone may reoccur at any age, the peak incidence is reported between 20–49 years. Males are …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 40–45 Read article
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Molecular Characterization of Respiratory Viral Infections and Co-Infections in Pediatric Patients Using FilmArray™ Multiplex PCR in a Tertiary-Care Hospital, South India
Abstract: Respiratory tract infections (RTIs) are a major cause of pediatric morbidity worldwide, with viruses, such as respiratory syncytial virus, rhinovirus/enterovirus, influenza virus, adenovirus, and parainfluenza virus, contribute significantly to hospitalizations. Conventional diagnostic methods often require prolonged processing times, which can delay clinical decision-making. Rapid molecular platforms, such as the FilmArray™ Panels, offer timely and comprehensive pathogen identification. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence, seasonal trends, and co-infection patterns of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 57–66 Read article
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Prescribing Patterns of Analgesics in Surgical Departments in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Analgesics are routinely employed in the management of pain in surgical departments. Drug utilization studies evaluate the present trends of drug usage, drug expenditures, appropriateness of prescriptions and adherence to evidence-based recommendations. The Objectives were to study the prescribing pattern, approval status, inclusion in World Health Organization (WHO) essential medicines list/National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM), cost and rationality of analgesics prescribed in surgical departments. Data were collected from records …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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An Evaluation of Effects of Type-II Diabetes Mellitus on Salivary Flow Rate and Some Salivary Parameters (Total Protein, Glucose, and Amylase) in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Uttar Pradesh, India
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Objective of this study is to evaluate the constituents of salivary total protein, glucose and amylase about their alterations in diabetics as compared to healthy subjects. Salivary flow rate, salivary total protein, glucose, and amylase were measured in 225 subjects, 75 in each uncontrolled diabetes, controlled diabetes and healthy non-diabetics. A lower level of salivary glucose was observed among healthy subjects …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Bacteriological Study of Urinary Tract Infection in Male Patients Undergoing Dialysis due to Chronic Kidney Disease in Tertiary Care Hospitals in Nepal
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common problem among males compared to females due to stress, alcoholism, hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Due to urinary stagnation, alkalization of urine and absence of flushing action, the presence of urinary tract infection (UTI) in CKD of males is higher compared to normal males. Bacterial species causing UTI are Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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A Study on Cancer Related Fatigue and Quality of Life (QOL) among Women Undergoing Treatment for Various Cancers in Selected Tertiary Care Hospitals of Ludhiana, Punjab.
Abstract: A set of illnesses known as cancer involve abnormal cell proliferation and have the ability to invade or spread to different bodily regions. Gynecological cancer refers to an abnormal growth of cells in female reproductive tract, including the endometrium, fallopian tubes, ovaries, uterus, cervix, vagina and breast,which tend to proliferate in an uncontrolled way. Most cancer patients experience cancer-related fatigue at some point over the course of their illness, and …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Antibiotic prescribing patterns in paediatrics at a tertiary care hospital in Mansa, Zambia
Abstract: ABSTRACTBackground: Antibiotics are one of the most widely used groups of drugs. Irrational and uncontrolled use of these agents both in developing and developed countries has resulted in an evolution of resistant strains in addition to poor health outcome. Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the prescribing pattern of antibiotics for paediatrics using WHO prescribing indicators.Methods: A cross sectional Retrospective study was conducted at Mansa general hospital, …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 62–71 Read article
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ORIGINAL RESEARCH PAPER ON PROSPECTIVE OBSERVATIONAL STUDY FOR RISK OFPOLYPHARMACY PRESCRIPTION PATTERNS AT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAl
Abstract: Background: Polypharmacy, the concurrent use of multiple medications, has become a prevalent concern in healthcare systems worldwide. This prospective observational study aimed to assess the relative risk and incidence of polypharmacy while investigating its impact on patient outcomes and exploring strategies for minimizing its irrational use. Forms for complete case reports and informed permission were used in the data gathering procedure. The study had 68 individuals in all, including both …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 34–45 Read article
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A Prospective Observational Study On Outcomes Of Acute Myocardial Infarction Patient Undergoing Thrombolysis At Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Background - Cardiovascular diseases including acute myocardial infarction, heart failure and other related risk factors are on the rise. This heart disease is generating a high burden of coronary heart diseases on health care services and becoming a leading cause of death in developing countries. Health information is an integral part of patients education and ultimately for patient care. Thus understanding information needs of heart patients is seriously important and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Study on Management and Assessment of Drug-Related Problems in Stroke Patients Admitted to a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Objectives: To assess the drugs prescribed for the management of stroke and to analyze the drug-related problems (DRPs) in stroke patients. Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted in75 stroke patients for a period of six months in Vivekanandha Medical Care Hospital, Elayampalayam, Tamil Nadu, India. The drugs prescribed were analyzed and DRPs such as drug interactions (Lexicomp, Micromedex), adverse drug reactions (Naranjo scale) and medication errors (NCC MERP) were …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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A Study and Report on the Role of Clinical Pharmacy Services Provided by the Doctor of Pharmacy in the Management of Thyroid Disorders (Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism) to a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Thyroid hormones affect the function of virtually every organ system. In children, thyroid hormone is critical for normal growth and development but in adults, the main role of these thyroid hormones is to maintain stability. The main thyroid hormones which play such an important are the Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3) hormones. Hence, Thyroid disorders encompass a variety of disease states affecting thyroid hormone production or secretion that result in …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 25–38 Read article
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Awareness, Perceptions and Practices about Childhood Blindness among Parents Visiting a Tertiary Level Children Hospital in Delhi
Abstract: Childhood blindness impacts a child’s development, education, future work opportunities and quality of life. In nearly 50% of the cases, childhood blindness is treatable or preventable. Parents are the decision makers when it comes to children’s healthcare needs, and can play a crucial role in control of childhood blindness. The objective of this study is to assess the awareness, perceptions and practices among parents about common causes of childhood blindness …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Evaluation of Intravenous Admixtures in Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
Abstract: Intravenous medication continues to expand and there is an increase in number of medications administered to each patient. There are no specific studies to identify the incompatibilities that commonly occur in hospitalized patients while administering these intravenous admixtures. The main aim of the study was to assess the potential incompatibilities associated with intravenous admixtures in tertiary care teaching hospital. The data for the present study were collected by patient interview …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 9–16 Read article
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A Prospective Observational Study on Medication Error in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
Abstract: PURPOSE: Medication errors (MEs) are the major cause of morbidity and mortality, yet they remain a confusing and underappreciated concept. In past few years, medication errors (MEs) are the major cause of morbidness and fatality rate, yet they remain a confusing and insignificant concept. The purpose of the study was to determine and analyze the severity of Medication Errors (MEs) and knowledge of HCPs towards MEs. METHODOLOGY: A prospective observational …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Study on Polypharmacy Effects in Geriatrics in a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
Abstract: Polypharmacy/polymedicine/multiple drugs is the use of four or more medications by a patient. Geriatrics or geriatric medicine is a specialty that focuses on health care of elderly people. Polypharmacy are the major risk factor of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Elders are prone to multiple diseases is the leading cause for the using of polypharmacy. It increases hospital staying, cost of medications. Health care providers should evaluate the prescription, simplifying the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 36–38 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Prevalence of Self-medication and Its Associated Factors Among Pregnant Women in Selected Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital at Kuppam, Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh
Abstract: Self-medication, the practice of using medications without a doctor's prescription, is a growing global public health issue, particularly in resource-limited settings. In pregnancy, self-medication can pose serious risks, including misdiagnosis, incorrect dosages, drug interactions, and prolonged use. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of self-medication, and the factors associated with it among pregnant women at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Kuppam, Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh. A descriptive cross-sectional …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 41–48 Read article
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A Research Study and Report on Clinical Pharmacy Services Provided by Doctor of Pharmacy during their Clerkship and Internship Postings to a Tertiary care teaching Hospital.
Abstract: Clinical pharmacy is defined as the area of pharmacy concerned with the science and practice of rational medication use. Aim: The study aims at implementing clinical pharmacy services by Doctor of Pharmacy during clerkship and internship postings to patients at different wards of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences. Objective: Prescription study and analysis and preventing the medication related problems adverse drug reactions drug interactions, over dose), performing drug utilization …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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A Case Study & Report on Drug Related Adverse Effect Observed and Addressed during Optimal Therapy by Doctor of Pharmacy, in an Antiretroviral Therapy Ward of a Tertiary care teaching Hospital.
Abstract: In the present case study, a drug related adverse effect is observed and addressed during optimal therapy in Antiretroviral Therapy ward of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh, India. As a part of Doctor of Pharmacy profession, Manasa Rekha has identified dose related adverse effect and have taken to the notice of Physician and monitored the dose of drug by using therapeutic drug monitoring parameters and have …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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A Prospective Study on Role of Doctor of Pharmacy in Creating Awareness on HPV Vaccination for Prevention of Cervical Cancer among Women Patients of a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital
Abstract: Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is the virus mainly responsible for the cause of cervical cancer, genital warts and throat cancers in women. It is transmitted through skin to skin contact sexually, and also through oro-genital sexual contact with infected ones. Aim: The present study aims to assess the role of doctor of pharmacy in creating awareness on HPV vaccination for prevention of cervical cancer among women patients’ patient counselling. The …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Evaluating the Use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Surgical Procedures: A Study Conducted at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Southern India
Abstract: Background: Prophylactic antibiotics can reduce the frequency of postoperative wound infections. Well-designed trials have demonstrated that the appropriate administration of prophylactic antibiotics in surgeries can reduce postoperative infections to about one-half of the incidence in untreated patients. Objectives: To examine surgeon's adherence to the hospital's antibiotic policy by comparing and assessing the usage of antibiotics as prophylactic before surgery. Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out among inpatients in …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–17 Read article