Ashok Kumar Pannu
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View article: VP1 region-based molecular characterization of foot-and-mouth disease virus serotype O from clinical cases in Haryana, India
VP1 region-based molecular characterization of foot-and-mouth disease virus serotype O from clinical cases in Haryana, India Open
These findings underscore the need for targeted interventions, such as enhanced biosecurity at livestock fairs and markets, restrictions on animal movement from endemic to disease-free zones, wildlife surveillance, and the inclusion of the…
View article: Drug Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): A Narrative Review
Drug Management of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): A Narrative Review Open
The exact underlying etiopathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) remains unclear. Conventionally, autoimmune mechanisms have been linked with IBD, and thus various immunomodulatory or anti-inflammatory drugs have proven useful. Th…
View article: Meta-analysis of mortality burden due to Aluminum phosphide poisoning in India: A call for strong policy and decision making
Meta-analysis of mortality burden due to Aluminum phosphide poisoning in India: A call for strong policy and decision making Open
Death of every second patient with AlP poisoning in ED room underscores the urgent need for stringent regulatory measures to control its access in India.
View article: Fluid Resuscitation Choice and its Effect on Plasma Chloride and Acute Kidney Injury in Severe Acute Pancreatitis: A Randomized Study of Normal Saline vs. Balanced Crystalloids (Physiomax)
Fluid Resuscitation Choice and its Effect on Plasma Chloride and Acute Kidney Injury in Severe Acute Pancreatitis: A Randomized Study of Normal Saline vs. Balanced Crystalloids (Physiomax) Open
View article: Standard operating protocol for dengue diagnosis and management
Standard operating protocol for dengue diagnosis and management Open
Dengue outbreaks in low- and middle-income countries contribute to significant hospital burden and preventable deaths. Early diagnosis and severity assessment are crucial to reduce unnecessary hospitalisation and prevent dengue-related com…
View article: ‘I-OCD’: A bedside protocol for antibiotic stewardship in hospitalised patients
‘I-OCD’: A bedside protocol for antibiotic stewardship in hospitalised patients Open
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing public health threat. In hospital settings, antimicrobial decisions must be both prompt and precise. We propose the ‘I-OCD’ approach, a simple bedside mnemonic to guide daily antibiotic decision-making…
View article: Diagnostic utility of sepsis screening tools, procalcitonin, and C-reactive protein in nosocomial fever of unknown origin
Diagnostic utility of sepsis screening tools, procalcitonin, and C-reactive protein in nosocomial fever of unknown origin Open
BACKGROUND Nosocomial fever of unknown origin (nFUO) is a frequent and challenging diagnostic entity, encompassing diverse infectious and non-infectious etiologies. Timely identification is crucial, yet evidence on the diagnostic accuracy …
View article: Growing threat of self-medication: Chronic dexamethasone injections and exogenous cushing’s syndrome
Growing threat of self-medication: Chronic dexamethasone injections and exogenous cushing’s syndrome Open
View article: Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Indian Healthcare Personnel: Insights from a Nationwide Study
Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy among Indian Healthcare Personnel: Insights from a Nationwide Study Open
View article: Clinical spectrum and outcomes of adult varicella (chickenpox) in India
Clinical spectrum and outcomes of adult varicella (chickenpox) in India Open
A BSTRACT Objective: Despite a recent rise in incidence, varicella in adults remains under-recognized, particularly in tropical regions, where prevalence is high. This study aims to delineate the clinical spectrum, evaluate organ involveme…
View article: What do Authors Expect from Journals? Improving the Publishing Experience
What do Authors Expect from Journals? Improving the Publishing Experience Open
Submitting a manuscript to a journal represents the culmination of extensive effort and aspirations for scientific recognition. This article examines the core expectations of authors from journals, focusing on five critical areas: (1) Fair…
View article: Predictors of mortality in individuals infected with dengue: An Indian case study
Predictors of mortality in individuals infected with dengue: An Indian case study Open
Background and objectives: Dengue infection and its associated complication contributes to a significant number of deaths as per World Health Organization (WHO) statistics. The aim of the study is to identify Predictors associated with mor…
View article: Risk factors and clinical outcomes in patients with colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream infection: A retrospective analysis
Risk factors and clinical outcomes in patients with colistin-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae bloodstream infection: A retrospective analysis Open
The study highlights the risk factors associated with ColR K. pneumoniae. These findings underscore the need for prudent antimicrobial stewardship.
View article: Acute Hepatic Porphyria vs. Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Response to “Axonal Neuropathy in Hepatic Porphyria Should Not be Confused With Guillain-Barre Syndrome”
Acute Hepatic Porphyria vs. Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Response to “Axonal Neuropathy in Hepatic Porphyria Should Not be Confused With Guillain-Barre Syndrome” Open
View article: <i>Streptococcus</i> <i>p</i> <i>neumoniae</i> Meningitis with Diffuse Cerebral Microhemorrhages
<i>Streptococcus</i> <i>p</i> <i>neumoniae</i> Meningitis with Diffuse Cerebral Microhemorrhages Open
Streptococcus pneumoniae is the leading cause of community-acquired bacterial meningitis across all age groups. Despite appropriate antibiotic therapy, the prognosis for pneumococcal meningitis remains poor. While common acute complication…
View article: Systematic follow-up investigation of NSP seroreactors and in-contact cattle and buffaloes for foot-and-mouth disease virus using probang sampling
Systematic follow-up investigation of NSP seroreactors and in-contact cattle and buffaloes for foot-and-mouth disease virus using probang sampling Open
The present study provided a preliminary follow-up investigation to assess the status of NSP seroreactors to establish the circulation of FMDV in the animal population, if any, so that the effectiveness of the ongoing vaccination program c…
View article: Acute Hepatic Porphyria Presenting as Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Importance of Early Recognition and Screening
Acute Hepatic Porphyria Presenting as Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Importance of Early Recognition and Screening Open
Acute hepatic porphyria (HP) often presents with recurrent neurovisceral symptoms in young adults, mimicking more common neurological conditions such as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) and posing significant diagnostic challenges. We report …
View article: Role of soluble interleukin-2 receptor (sIL-2R) as a predictor for severe dengue infection
Role of soluble interleukin-2 receptor (sIL-2R) as a predictor for severe dengue infection Open
Annually, around half a million people with severe dengue require hospitalization, all over the globe, with around 12,500 (2.5%) succumbing to the illness. In this prospective observational study, we recruited 74 patients with dengue infec…
View article: Incidence, Risk Factors and Outcomes of Renal Involvement in Patients with Dengue Viral Infection
Incidence, Risk Factors and Outcomes of Renal Involvement in Patients with Dengue Viral Infection Open
Background Kidney involvement has been reported frequently in people with Dengue virus infection (DVI). We evaluated the patterns of renal involvement in DVI and its effect on morbidity and mortality. Materials and Methods This study was c…
View article: Enhancing risk stratification post-myocardial infarction: prognostic value of NT-proBNP and fQRS
Enhancing risk stratification post-myocardial infarction: prognostic value of NT-proBNP and fQRS Open
View article: Balanced Electrolyte Solutions in Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Where does Sterofundin Stand?
Balanced Electrolyte Solutions in Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Where does Sterofundin Stand? Open
How to cite this article: Pannu AK. Balanced Electrolyte Solutions in Diabetic Ketoacidosis: Where does Sterofundin Stand? Indian J Crit Care Med 2025;29(2):195.
View article: Utilization of Local Remedies among Dengue Patients Admitted to the Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Center: An Observational Study
Utilization of Local Remedies among Dengue Patients Admitted to the Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Center: An Observational Study Open
Rajpal A, Pannu AK, Behera A, Sharma N, Hanumanthappa MK. Utilization of Local Remedies among Dengue Patients Admitted to the Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Center: An Observational Study. Indian J Crit Care Med 2025;29(2):148-150.
View article: Thrombotic microangiopathy following snake envenomation in pregnancy
Thrombotic microangiopathy following snake envenomation in pregnancy Open
View article: Predicting Secondary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in Adult Patients with Scrub Typhus and Its Prognostic Significance
Predicting Secondary Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis in Adult Patients with Scrub Typhus and Its Prognostic Significance Open
OBJECTIVE: Secondary hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (sHLH) is an increasingly recognized complication in patients with scrub typhus, potentially contributing to substantial mortality despite appropriate antibiotic treatment. This study…
View article: Characteristics and Prognosis of Infectious Disease Emergencies in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in India
Characteristics and Prognosis of Infectious Disease Emergencies in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in India Open
Prabhahar A, Vijaykumar NA, Selvam S, Ramchandran R, Sethi J, Pannu AK, et al. Characteristics and Prognosis of Infectious Disease Emergencies in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease in India. Indian J Crit Care Med 2024;28(6):601-6…
View article: Predicting cerebral infarction in tuberculous meningitis and its prognostic significance
Predicting cerebral infarction in tuberculous meningitis and its prognostic significance Open
Aim: Tuberculous meningitis (TBM) often causes cerebral infarction, but its predictive factors are not well understood. Methods: Patients aged ≥13 years admitted with TBM were enrolled prospectively. Cerebral infarction was d…
View article: Role of doxycycline in the treatment of dengue infection: An open-label, randomized, controlled, pilot trial
Role of doxycycline in the treatment of dengue infection: An open-label, randomized, controlled, pilot trial Open
Objective: To measure the effect of doxycycline on inflammatory marker [IL-6, TNF-α, ferritin and C reactive protein (CRP)] levels in patients with dengue infection. Methods: A single-centre, open-label, parallel-group randomized controlle…
View article: Incidence, Risk Factors and Outcome of Renal Involvement in Patients of Dengue Viral Infection Admitted to a Tertiary Care Hospital in North-Western India: A single center, prospective observational study.
Incidence, Risk Factors and Outcome of Renal Involvement in Patients of Dengue Viral Infection Admitted to a Tertiary Care Hospital in North-Western India: A single center, prospective observational study. Open
Dengue Viral Infection (DVI) has emerged as one of tropical belts’ most common mosquito-borne diseases worldwide. This study was an attempt to evaluate the patterns of renal involvement in DVI and its effect on morbidity and mortality aris…
View article: Efficacy of a low dose of antivenom for severe neuroparalysis in <i>Bungarus caeruleus</i> (common krait) envenomation: a pilot study
Efficacy of a low dose of antivenom for severe neuroparalysis in <i>Bungarus caeruleus</i> (common krait) envenomation: a pilot study Open
Introduction Despite the widespread use of antivenom for the treatment of snakebite envenoming in the Indian subcontinent, the ideal dose of antivenom has been a point of contention. Low-dose regimens can economize on a scarce resource in …
View article: Aluminum Phosphide Poisoning in India – A Region Predominant Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis
Aluminum Phosphide Poisoning in India – A Region Predominant Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis Open