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View article: The impact of print media on COVID-19-related child health issues in India: First comprehensive report from the World
The impact of print media on COVID-19-related child health issues in India: First comprehensive report from the World Open
The study examined the coverage of COVID-19-related child health issues in four of the most widely circulated newspapers in Kolkata, India. Daily print versions of the TIMES of INDIA, SANMARG, ANANDA BAZAR PATRIKA, and BARTAMAN newspapers …
View article: Research Planning, Statistical Analysis, Ethics, and Successful Publishing
Research Planning, Statistical Analysis, Ethics, and Successful Publishing Open
View article: Drug use survey to identify significant drug–drug interactions and assess clinical importance in the outpatient setting of a tertiary care hospital
Drug use survey to identify significant drug–drug interactions and assess clinical importance in the outpatient setting of a tertiary care hospital Open
OBJECTIVES: Drug–drug interactions (DDIs) are a common problem in pharmacotherapy, particularly in situations where multiple disorders must be treated at the same time. We conducted a drug use survey in the general medicine outpatient depa…
View article: Comparison of efficacy between beractant and poractant-alfa in respiratory distress syndrome among preterm infants (28-33+6 weeks gestational age) using the less invasive surfactant administration (LISA) technique: A randomized controlled trial
Comparison of efficacy between beractant and poractant-alfa in respiratory distress syndrome among preterm infants (28-33+6 weeks gestational age) using the less invasive surfactant administration (LISA) technique: A randomized controlled trial Open
Objective: Exogenous surfactant therapy is vital in managing respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) in preterm infants, with less invasive surfactant administration (LISA) gaining popularity. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and short-…
View article: The Efficacy and Safety of Sofosbuvir and Daclatasvir Treatment in Children and Adolescents With Thalassemia and Hepatitis C Virus Infection
The Efficacy and Safety of Sofosbuvir and Daclatasvir Treatment in Children and Adolescents With Thalassemia and Hepatitis C Virus Infection Open
View article: An Observational Study on Response to Growth Hormone Therapy in Indian Patients of Short Stature with Special Emphasis on Biochemical Parameters and Bone Biomarkers
An Observational Study on Response to Growth Hormone Therapy in Indian Patients of Short Stature with Special Emphasis on Biochemical Parameters and Bone Biomarkers Open
Introduction: There is a lack of Indian data on short stature treatment using recombinant human growth hormone (rhGH). We explored the effects of such treatment in eastern Indian patients, with emphasis on biochemical parameters and bone b…
View article: Two Dosages of Dexamethasone (2 mg and 4 mg) as Analgesic Adjuvant to Levobupivacaine in Ultrasound-guided Brachial Plexus Block in Upper Limb SurgeryA Randomised Clinical Trial
Two Dosages of Dexamethasone (2 mg and 4 mg) as Analgesic Adjuvant to Levobupivacaine in Ultrasound-guided Brachial Plexus Block in Upper Limb SurgeryA Randomised Clinical Trial Open
Introduction: Perineural dexamethasone gives promising results in prolonging duration of analgesia in brachial plexus block. Doses between 1 to 10 mg have been used but the optimum dose is not yet settled. Aim: To compare the analgesic eff…
View article: An instant messaging mobile phone application for promoting HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis uptake among Chinese gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men: A mixed methods feasibility and piloting randomized controlled trial study
An instant messaging mobile phone application for promoting HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis uptake among Chinese gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men: A mixed methods feasibility and piloting randomized controlled trial study Open
Background Mobile health (mHealth) is a promising intervention mode for HIV prevention, but little is known about its feasibility and effects in promoting pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Chinese gay, bisexual and other men who…
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View article: An Observational Study showing Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Activity and Gene Expression Variation in Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) Patients from a Tertiary Care Hospital of Eastern India
An Observational Study showing Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) Activity and Gene Expression Variation in Chronic Liver Disease (CLD) Patients from a Tertiary Care Hospital of Eastern India Open
Introduction: The studies in animal models of cirrhosis suggest that dipeptidyl peptidase type 4 (DPP-4) enzymes play a crucial role in disease pathogenesis. In this clinical observational study, activity of DPP-4 and related gene expressi…
View article: Epidemiology of Moyamoya Angiopathy in Eastern India
Epidemiology of Moyamoya Angiopathy in Eastern India Open
Introduction Moyamoya angiopathy (MMA) is a chronic, progressive intracranial vasculopathy with variation in prevalence and clinical manifestations across different populations. This study was aimed to estimate the frequency of MMA as an e…
View article: Clinical Profile and Outcome of Pediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome Temporally Associated with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Series in Eastern India
Clinical Profile and Outcome of Pediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome Temporally Associated with Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Series in Eastern India Open
Objective: The objective of this study is to delineate the characteristics and outcome of Pediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome temporally associated with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARSCoV2) infection (PIMS-TS)…
View article: Impact of vaccination on SARS-CoV-2 infection
Impact of vaccination on SARS-CoV-2 infection Open
View article: Effectiveness and safety of 0.5% timolol solution in the treatment of pyogenic granuloma: A randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled study
Effectiveness and safety of 0.5% timolol solution in the treatment of pyogenic granuloma: A randomized, double-blind and placebo-controlled study Open
Introduction Pyogenic granulomas are benign vascular lesions of the skin and mucosa which are often a source of concern because of their recurrent bleeding even with minimal trauma. Current treatment for pyogenic granuloma is ablative; no …
View article: Antiradical and antiulcer effect of Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham leaves against alcohol induced gastric mucosal injury
Antiradical and antiulcer effect of Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham leaves against alcohol induced gastric mucosal injury Open
Introduction: Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham is a true mangrove inhabitant in Indian Sunderban and it is used in folk medicine for digestive disorders. Method: Hydro-methanolic (20:80) extract of Sonneratia apetala leaves (SA) was chemically …
View article: Antiradical and antiulcer effect of Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham leaves against alcohol induced gastric mucosal injury
Antiradical and antiulcer effect of Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham leaves against alcohol induced gastric mucosal injury Open
Introduction: Sonneratia apetala Buch-Ham is a true mangrove inhabitant in Indian Sunderban and it is used in folk medicine for digestive disorders. Method: Hydro-methanolic (20:80) extract of Sonneratia apetala leaves (SA) was chemically …
View article: Study to evaluate the role of TNFα, IL1β, IL6 in diagnosis and severity assessment of neonatal sepsis among term, appropriate for gestational age newborn
Study to evaluate the role of TNFα, IL1β, IL6 in diagnosis and severity assessment of neonatal sepsis among term, appropriate for gestational age newborn Open
Objective There is no established diagnostic test available to diagnose neonatal sepsis. Tumor necrosis factor a (TNFα), interleukin 1b (IL1β) and interleukin 6 (IL6) showed some promising results in some recent studies in this respect, bu…
View article: Premedication with fentanyl for less invasive surfactant administration (LISA): A Randomized Controlled Trial
Premedication with fentanyl for less invasive surfactant administration (LISA): A Randomized Controlled Trial Open
Currently, there is no consensus regarding analgesic premedication before the LISA procedure. In this randomized controlled trial, we compared the level of comfort of preterm infants receiving fentanyl as analgesic versus no fentanyl durin…
View article: PIMS-TS vs. MIS-C: Diagnostic Criteria in COVID-19–Associated Hyperinflammation in Children
PIMS-TS vs. MIS-C: Diagnostic Criteria in COVID-19–Associated Hyperinflammation in Children Open
View article: COVID-19 and Co-infection in Children: The Indian Perspectives
COVID-19 and Co-infection in Children: The Indian Perspectives Open
Background and objectives Assessing the co-infections with COVID-19 is crucial to delineate its true clinical impact. Pediatric information in this aspect is limited. Our study aims to analyze the spectrum of co-infections in pediatric COV…
View article: Outcome of Neonates Born to COVID-Positive Women at 6 Months of Age
Outcome of Neonates Born to COVID-Positive Women at 6 Months of Age Open
View article: Knowledge, attitude, and practice survey on antimicrobial use and resistance among Indian clinicians: A multicentric, cross-sectional study
Knowledge, attitude, and practice survey on antimicrobial use and resistance among Indian clinicians: A multicentric, cross-sectional study Open
Purpose: This multicentric questionnaire-based study was undertaken to address the lack of systematic background data on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices among Indian physicians related to antimicrobial use and resistance. Materials…
View article: Nasal HFOV versus nasal IPPV as a post-extubation respiratory support in preterm infants—a randomised controlled trial
Nasal HFOV versus nasal IPPV as a post-extubation respiratory support in preterm infants—a randomised controlled trial Open
View article: Effect of IMT-03, an Herbal Formulation in Cyclophosphamide-induced Immunosuppression in Mice
Effect of IMT-03, an Herbal Formulation in Cyclophosphamide-induced Immunosuppression in Mice Open
Immumomodulatory actions of natural ingredients have been recognized from the time of early civilization. Though herbal medicines are equally used to treat deadly diseases, but till date there are lacks of evidences. In the present work, a…
View article: Multiorgan dysfunction syndrome in sepsis: Is macrophage activation syndrome secondary to infection?
Multiorgan dysfunction syndrome in sepsis: Is macrophage activation syndrome secondary to infection? Open
Objective: To assess macrophage activation syndrome (MAS) in septic shock leading to multiorgan dysfunction syndrome (MODS). Methods: A prospective observational study was conducted at a tertiary care hospital to evaluate the MAS criteria …
View article: Information adequacy of medicine package inserts in India
Information adequacy of medicine package inserts in India Open
Objectives: Package inserts (PIs) are used by physicians and other health-care providers as ready source of approved prescribing information. In India, they are subject to statutory regulations that specify the information to be provided u…
View article: Performance of SNAPPE-II score in neonatal sepsis: an experience from a tertiary care center
Performance of SNAPPE-II score in neonatal sepsis: an experience from a tertiary care center Open
Background and Objectives. The Score for Neonatal Acute Physiology II with Perinatal Extension (SNAPPE-II) is a vital tool for prognostication in newborns. The study was conducted with the hypothesis that the performance of the SNAPPE-II s…
View article: An observational study on acute poisoning in a tertiary care hospital in West Bengal, India
An observational study on acute poisoning in a tertiary care hospital in West Bengal, India Open
Aim: Poisoning is a preventable cause of morbidity and mortality in India. We undertook a prospective observational study to estimate the incidence, nature, severity and treatment outcome trends of acute poisoning in a tertiary care hospit…
View article: Letter in Reply: Gestation-wise Reference Ranges of Neutrophil Counts in Indian Newborns
Letter in Reply: Gestation-wise Reference Ranges of Neutrophil Counts in Indian Newborns Open
We thank Dr. Al-Mendalawi for his comments on our study of gestation-wise reference ranges of neutrophil counts in Indian newborns.
View article: Cytochrome P<sub>450</sub>2D6 polymorphism in eastern Indian population
Cytochrome P<sub>450</sub>2D6 polymorphism in eastern Indian population Open
Differences in CYP2D6 activity has treatment implications and may lead to adverse events or therapeutic failure. Phenotyping of subjects receiving CYP2D6 metabolized drugs may help clinicians personalize treatment and avert adverse drug-dr…