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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: Technical Adaptations in Kyphoplasty for T5 Vertebral Collapse With Sharp Kyphotic Angulation
Technical Adaptations in Kyphoplasty for T5 Vertebral Collapse With Sharp Kyphotic Angulation Open
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: 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: 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: Toll-like receptor upregulation in liver and peripheral blood mononuclear cells of patients with amoebic liver abscess
Toll-like receptor upregulation in liver and peripheral blood mononuclear cells of patients with amoebic liver abscess Open
The role of TLRs in association with ALA might provide insights into new therapeutic strategies.
View article: Catastrophic Presentation of Chikungunya—Autopsy Findings: A Case Report
Catastrophic Presentation of Chikungunya—Autopsy Findings: A Case Report 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: Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy compared to surgical tracheostomy for emergency medical patients requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation
Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy compared to surgical tracheostomy for emergency medical patients requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation Open
Background and Objectives: Tracheostomy is a commonly performed procedure in critically ill patients requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation due to airway issues resulting from neurological, respiratory, and infectious diseases. This st…
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: A Rare Case of Medial Medullary Syndrome Following Neuroparalytic Snakebite: A Case Report
A Rare Case of Medial Medullary Syndrome Following Neuroparalytic Snakebite: A Case Report Open
REPORTgood neck holding and limb power of 4/5 in all four limbs with good hand grip and deep tendon reflexes were 1+ in upper limbs and 2+ in lower limbs bilaterally.Pinprick perception, proprioception, and vibration sensations were normal…
View article: The Utility of an Epidural Steroid Injection for the Treatment of Idiopathic Brachial Neuritis
The Utility of an Epidural Steroid Injection for the Treatment of Idiopathic Brachial Neuritis Open
View article: Outcome of Sepsis Index Use as Diagnostic and Prognostic Tool in Adult Septic Patients
Outcome of Sepsis Index Use as Diagnostic and Prognostic Tool in Adult Septic Patients Open
INTRODUCTION: Diagnosis and prognostication of patients with sepsis at the earliest time point is vital for appropriate patient management and judicious resource utilization. Cell surface markers like neutrophil CD64 (nCD64), monocyte HLA-…
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
View article: Veganism and hypercoagulable state - hyperhomocysteinemia presenting as pulmonary thrombo-embolism in a vegetarian living at high altitude
Veganism and hypercoagulable state - hyperhomocysteinemia presenting as pulmonary thrombo-embolism in a vegetarian living at high altitude Open
Hyperhomocysteinemia as a hypercoagulable state has been debatable, but when associated with other high-risk factors like severe vitamin B12 and folate deficiency, smoking, high altitude, and antiphospholipid syndrome can present with thro…
View article: RNA Viruses: A Review on Rapid Adaptation Potential and Globally Emerged Pandemics
RNA Viruses: A Review on Rapid Adaptation Potential and Globally Emerged Pandemics Open
Pathogenic RNA viruses continuously evading the human populations, and most prevailing in the last three decades.There are some notably examples as Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Ebola-virus and SARS-CoV2 globally emerged as threatened majo…
View article: Molecular characterization of Orientia tsutsugamushi causing fatal scrub typhus in a young male affected by so-called “mystery fever” in North India
Molecular characterization of Orientia tsutsugamushi causing fatal scrub typhus in a young male affected by so-called “mystery fever” in North India Open
Scrub typhus is a zoonotic disease caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi. Although the presence of eschar is considered pathognomic, diagnosis of scrub typhus is challenging due to overlapping presentation. The diagnosis is based on the serolog…
View article: A Case Series of Scrub Meningoencephalitis from a Tertiary Care Center in North India
A Case Series of Scrub Meningoencephalitis from a Tertiary Care Center in North India Open
Scrub typhus infection is reemerging leading cause of acute febrile illnesses in post-rainy or monsoon season in Southeast Asia. It is caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi and spread by the bite of chiggers, larval forms of trombiculid mites. …
View article: Changing Clinical Profile and Predictors of Mortality in Patients of Acute Febrile Encephalopathy from North India
Changing Clinical Profile and Predictors of Mortality in Patients of Acute Febrile Encephalopathy from North India Open
Introduction: Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) or acute febrile encephalopathy is a clinical condition characterized by altered mental status occurring after or along with a short febrile illness. In developing countries, infections are t…
View article: AB0613 ETIOLOGY, OUTCOME AND PREDICTORS OF MORTALITY AMONG SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS PATIENTS PRESENTING TO EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT: A SINGLE CENTRE PROSPECTIVE STUDY
AB0613 ETIOLOGY, OUTCOME AND PREDICTORS OF MORTALITY AMONG SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS PATIENTS PRESENTING TO EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT: A SINGLE CENTRE PROSPECTIVE STUDY Open
View article: Comparison of Dual-Energy Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography-Derived Contrast Enhancement with Standard Dual-Energy Pulmonary Angiography in Diagnosing Subsegmental Pulmonary Embolism: A Prospective Study
Comparison of Dual-Energy Computed Tomography Pulmonary Angiography-Derived Contrast Enhancement with Standard Dual-Energy Pulmonary Angiography in Diagnosing Subsegmental Pulmonary Embolism: A Prospective Study Open
Objective In this study, we compare the diagnostic accuracy of dual-energy (DE) computed tomography pulmonary angiography (CTPA) derived contrast enhancement (DECTPA, CTPA images with iodine maps) with standard dual-energy pulmonary angiog…
View article: Medical emergencies and comorbidities in the elderly and very elderly patients in North India
Medical emergencies and comorbidities in the elderly and very elderly patients in North India Open
Objective: Older patients are rapidly increasing in the emergency department in low-middle-income countries and have poor outcomes. The present study aimed to find the spectrum of comorbidities, medical emergencies, and prognosis in geriat…
View article: Prognostic significance of poison-related factors and consumption patterns in acute aluminum phosphide poisoning
Prognostic significance of poison-related factors and consumption patterns in acute aluminum phosphide poisoning Open
OBJECTIVES: The prognosis of acute aluminum phosphide poisoning is usually based on toxidrome features, with little focus on poison-related factors. We aimed to study the prognostic significance of poison-related factors, consumption patte…
View article: Intravenous Doxycycline, Azithromycin, or Both for Severe Scrub Typhus
Intravenous Doxycycline, Azithromycin, or Both for Severe Scrub Typhus Open
Combination therapy with intravenous doxycycline and azithromycin was a better therapeutic option for the treatment of severe scrub typhus than monotherapy with either drug alone. (Funded by the India Alliance and Wellcome Trust; INTREST C…
View article: Comparison of Protein B Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) With IS6110 PCR for Diagnosis of Tuberculous Meningitis Patients
Comparison of Protein B Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) With IS6110 PCR for Diagnosis of Tuberculous Meningitis Patients Open
Purpose Tuberculous meningitis (TBM) is a diagnostic challenge. With the conventional staining and culture techniques being too insensitive and time-consuming, and the commercial detection systems being costly, polymerase chain reaction (P…
View article: The ‘myth of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for the prevention of COVID-19’ is far from reality
The ‘myth of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for the prevention of COVID-19’ is far from reality Open
The efficacy of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for the prevention of COVID-19 was contentious. In this randomized control double-blind clinical trial, asymptomatic individuals with direct contact with laborator…
View article: Prognostic significance of poison-related factors and consumption patterns in acute aluminum phosphide poisoning
Prognostic significance of poison-related factors and consumption patterns in acute aluminum phosphide poisoning Open
OBJECTIVES: The prognosis of acute aluminum phosphide poisoning is usually based on toxidrome features, with little focus on poison-related factors. We aimed to study the prognostic significance of poison-related factors, consumption patte…
View article: Direct diagnosis of scrub typhus by full-length 16S ribosomal RNA gene analysis using Oxford Nanopore sequencing
Direct diagnosis of scrub typhus by full-length 16S ribosomal RNA gene analysis using Oxford Nanopore sequencing Open
View article: Monocyte Distribution Width (MDW) as an Early Investigational Marker for the Diagnosis of Sepsis in an Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Hospital in North India
Monocyte Distribution Width (MDW) as an Early Investigational Marker for the Diagnosis of Sepsis in an Emergency Department of a Tertiary Care Hospital in North India Open
Background Sepsis is an emergency state in response to an infectious process ultimately leading to multiorgan dysfunction and death. There is an urgent need for sepsis detection methods, especially in emergency settings. To fill this gap, …
View article: Changing spectrum of acute poisoning in North India
Changing spectrum of acute poisoning in North India Open
OBJECTIVES: Evaluating local trends and continued monitoring of patterns of acute poisoning are essential for prompt recognition of the toxidromes, the establishment of immediate treatment facilities (e.g., antidote availability), and effe…