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The Pioneers of Greek Medicine: Exploring the Classical Period and Influential Scholars
Abstract: Greek Medicine, an ancient medical system, emphasized holistic approaches, balance, and the interconnectedness of the body and environment. Its contributions to anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and preventive care continue to shape Modern Medicine. This medical system thrived from around the 5th century BCE until the advent of modern medicine. Greek physicians, such as Hippocrates, Galen and Dioscorides, revolutionized the understanding of the Human Body, Disease, and therapeutic interventions. Central to the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Polymer-Based Medical Restraints: Advances in Polymer Chemistry for Enhanced Patient Safety
Abstract: Medical restraints play a crucial role in ensuring patient and staff safety during medical procedures, particularly when dealing with individuals who may be at risk of self-harm or unintentional movement. Traditional restraints, often made from rigid materials or fabric straps, present several challenges, including patient discomfort, pressure injuries, and incompatibility with advanced medical imaging techniques such as MRI and CT scans. Moreover, traditional materials may deteriorate over time, diminishing their …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 153–157 Read article
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Personalized Medicine: the impact of ferrofluids, clinical procedures, strategies, applications,challenges, current trends, and reseach opportunities.
Abstract: Personalized medicine has shown progressive development and evolution in health care systems. It is considered as transformative emerging medicine encorporating advanced technologies including genomics, AI as thinking partner, and nanotechnology in a greater extent. The quest for painless injection, lesstoxicity, rapid cell separation, and gene sequencing make ferrofluid the focus of personalized medicine. Currently, magnetic nanoparicles and ferrofluides are becoming driving force of personalized medicine. However, contronlling and managing nanoscale …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Evaluating Linezolid: A Comprehensive Analysis
Abstract: Treatments for infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria, such as methicillin-resistant staphylococci and VRE, including skin and soft tissue infections, community-acquired pneumonia, and other infections treated with linezolid, an oxazolidinone antimicrobial agent that functions by specifically inhibiting protein synthesis. Even while antibiotic resistance is becoming more frequent in many nations, linezolid resistance among these pathogens is still low, typically less than 1%. Thus, the emergence of resistance in clinical isolates should …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Burden on Caregivers of ESRD Patients on Dialysis Waiting for Kidney Transplantation in a Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is a devastating medical, social and economic problem for patients and their families. These patients depend on their family caregivers to assist them with their daily living needs. The aim of this study was to assess extent of burden experienced by caregivers of ESRD patients on dialysis waiting for kidney transplantation in PGIMER, Chandigarh. This was an exploratory study conducted on 91 caregivers of ESRD patients …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Care Sched: Doctor and Patient Appointment Management
Abstract: The medical appointment system is a web application that uses PHP, JavaScript, and CSS to improve the efficiency of booking medical appointments. It features two interfaces: an admin side where patients and doctors manage their appointments and a user side where they may handle an appointment and to view records, and manage their medicines. The web platform that the system makes available provides a convenient online experience from any internet-enabled …
Published in International Journal of Computer Science Languages · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Necessity of “Cigarette Smoking De-Addiction Kiosks” at Ayush Health and Wellness Centers – An Overview
Abstract: Introduction and Socio-Demography: Cigarette is the most common form of smoked tobacco that is used globally. About 1.3 million deaths have been reported in India associated with tobacco use. India has implemented several tobacco controls measures, and as a part of that, de-addiction centers play an important role in treating addictions using various therapies. However, the discontinuation from taking de-addiction care from those allopathic centers is high due to higher …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Acute Ischemic Stroke: Diagnosis and Management Approach
Abstract: Stroke is the next chief reason of death worldwide and the foremost reason of debility, with a growing occurrence in emerging countries. Ischemic stroke produced by arterial obstruction is accountable for the majority of strokes. Management focuses on fast reperfusion with endovascular thrombectomy and intravenous thrombolysis, which together decreases debility but are time grave. The important primary stage in stroke maintenance is initial identification of patients with stroke and triage …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 25–46 Read article
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Dentistry in the Hospital Emergency Room (ER)
Abstract: Diagnosis and treatment of dental-related symptomology should be conducted with the understanding that dental conditions may influence the course and conduct of medical therapy. Many people with severe orofacial pain and/or swelling come to the local hospital ER for treatment of dental problems. The economics of health care in the United States is burdened by high-cost hospital ER dental visits largely by poverty level patients having few treatment options and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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Transforming Digital Health Card Healthcare in India: An Integrated IT Solution
Abstract: India's healthcare sector faces critical challenges, including fragmented medical records, limited access to quality care in rural areas, and inefficiencies in patient engagement and insurance processes. This study proposes an innovative IT-driven healthcare model integrating a digital health card, web application, and NFC-enabled mobile platform. The system aims to streamline medical record management, enable telemedicine consultations, and provide seamless prescription and insurance integration. Advanced digital capabilities ranging from AI-driven recommendations …
Published in Journal of Mobile Computing, Communications & Mobile Networks · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Importance of Dental Oncology in a Tertiary Care Center
Abstract: A tertiary care center revolves around providing highly specialized medical support to patients of all domains. Dental management plays a crucial role in the comprehensive care of patients with Head and Neck cancer, encompassing various phases of treatment. Thus, tertiary care centers should have a wellequipped dental oncology department that runs hand in hand with Head and Neck Surgery and also Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Treatment of oral cancer revolves …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Integrative Health Care and Innovation in Herbal Healing in The 21 Century
Abstract: In the 21st century, the convergence of interactive health care and innovative approaches to herbal healing has transformed the landscape of holistic health management. This paper explores the integration of digital technologies, such as telemedicine and mobile health applications, with traditional herbal practices to enhance patient engagement and personalized care. The growing interest in herbal medicine, driven by increasing awareness of natural remedies and a desire for complementary treatment options, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 34–45 Read article
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A Case Report of Advanced Periampullary Carcinoma: Palliative Chemotherapy Following Whipple’s Surgery
Abstract: This case report delves into the complex management of a 60-year-old female patient diagnosed with Stage 4 periampullary carcinoma, encompassing the pancreatic head. Presenting with difficulty in eating, diagnostic investigations, including ERCP, confirmed the diagnosis, leading to Whipple's surgery. Postoperatively, liver metastasis was identified, prompting palliative intervention through stenting and the initiation of a GEMOX chemotherapy regimen. The patient responded favorably to the initial chemotherapy cycle, leading to a planned …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Awareness and Knowledge of Postpartum Psychosis Among Antenatal Women: A Call for Educational Intervention
Abstract: Postpartum psychosis (PP) is a rare yet critical mental health disorder that poses serious risks to the well-being of new mothers. This condition manifests through a range of acute symptoms, including manic episodes, depressive states, confusion, hallucinations, and delusions. Symptoms typically present abruptly within the first two weeks following childbirth, making it a medical emergency that necessitates urgent care. Left untreated, PP can lead to severe consequences, including self-harm or …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 125–134 Read article
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Role of Netra Tarpana with Triphala Ghrita in Dry Eye: A Clinico-Pathological Evaluation
Abstract: Dry eye syndrome is a very common condition that is characterized by a disturbance of the tear film. There is not a single entity which can be compared as dry eye but a group of diseases or stages of diseases which are more or less similar to dry eye like Sushkaksipaka, Pothaki, Suktika. Preservative-free tear substitutes are the first step in medical management of DED which increases humidity and improves …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Multifunctional Drug “Zanjabeel” (Zingiber officinale) in Unani System of Medicine
Abstract: The various ancient systems like Unani, Ayurveda and Siddha use many plant species to treat totally different ailments. In treatment of many diseases the Unani system of medicine has been practiced since ancient times. Ancient medicine takes a complete approach when the physical, spiritual, and most frequently social well-being of patients is treated. Thus, the medicinal value of an herbal product could also be closely associated with its organic process …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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AI Application in the Creation of Medications for COPD
Abstract: The crippling lung condition known as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is typified by a continuous restriction of airflow, which results in increased respiratory dysfunction and a reduced quality of life. The rising incidence of COPD worldwide emphasizes the pressing need for innovative pharmaceutical approaches to address the illness. Even though COPD care has advanced significantly, most current medications concentrate on symptom relief rather than disease change. This gap in …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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A Study to Assess Effectiveness of Plan Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Triage System of Patient in Emergency Department among Nursing Personnel in Selected Hospital at Mehsana City
Abstract: The hospital emergency department (ED) is one of the most important components of the healthcare delivery system. EDs worldwide are reportedly serving increasing numbers of patients who have a range of problems of variable urgency, from life-threatening to mild. All patients arriving for emergency care need to be assessed and classified to prioritize those who have the most urgent medical problems and are in need of immediate care. This classification …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Assessment of Practices of Nursing Personnel Regarding Insertion, Care and Removal of Indwelling Catheter
Abstract: AbstractUrinary catheterization is a routine medical procedure that facilitates direct drainage of the urinary bladder. Around one-fourth of the hospitalized patients are catheterized during their hospital stay. The study was carried out to assess the practices of nursing personnel regarding insertion, care and removal of indwelling catheter in a tertiary care hospital. 22 nurses were enrolled and comparison was made between their self expressed and their observed practices regarding catheterization. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Role of Speech-Language Pathologists in Hospitals of Nepal: Medical Practitioners' Perspective
Abstract: AbstractA Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is an allied health professional involved in preventing, assessing, and managing communication disorders and swallowing issues. The study's main aim was to evaluate the medical professionals' perspectives regarding the role and responsibilities of SLPs in hospitals in Nepal. The questionnaire developed in Google Forms was distributed among medical practitioners. A total of 167 medical professionals responded to the survey. Only 65.3% (109) were aware of Speech …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 8–13 Read article