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View article: 5-ALA-Induced Fluorescent Urine Cytology in Comparison with Conventional Cytology, BTA-TRAK, and NMP-22 Tests in the Diagnosis of Bladder Cancer
5-ALA-Induced Fluorescent Urine Cytology in Comparison with Conventional Cytology, BTA-TRAK, and NMP-22 Tests in the Diagnosis of Bladder Cancer Open
Introduction To assess the sensitivity fluorescent urine cytology induced by 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) in the diagnosis of bladder cancer and to compare the sensitivity and specificity with currently available markers approved by the U…
View article: Is Artificial Intelligence the Cost-Saving Lens to Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in Low- and Middle-Income Countries?
Is Artificial Intelligence the Cost-Saving Lens to Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in Low- and Middle-Income Countries? Open
View article: A training curriculum for an mHealth supported peer counseling program to promote exclusive breastfeeding in rural India
A training curriculum for an mHealth supported peer counseling program to promote exclusive breastfeeding in rural India Open
Background Despite strong evidence about the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding, that is the baby receiving only breast milk, no other foods or liquids, rates have remained relatively unchanged over the past two decades in low- and middle…
View article: Caregiver distress: A mixed methods evaluation of the mental health burden of caring for children with bladder exstrophy
Caregiver distress: A mixed methods evaluation of the mental health burden of caring for children with bladder exstrophy Open
Introduction Caring for children with bladder exstrophy-epispadias complex (BEEC) exacts a long-term emotional toll on caregivers. Previous studies leave a gap in understanding the impact that caring for a child with BEEC has on caregivers…
View article: Design, Development, and Testing of BEST4Baby, an mHealth Technology to Support Exclusive Breastfeeding in India: Pilot Study
Design, Development, and Testing of BEST4Baby, an mHealth Technology to Support Exclusive Breastfeeding in India: Pilot Study Open
Background Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) at 6 months of age in most low- and middle-income countries, including India, is surprisingly low. There is a relative lack of mobile health apps that specifically focus on leveraging the use of pee…
View article: Prevalence of chronic disease in older adults in multitier eye-care facilities in South India: Electronic medical records-driven big data analytics report
Prevalence of chronic disease in older adults in multitier eye-care facilities in South India: Electronic medical records-driven big data analytics report Open
Purpose: To study the prevalence of systemic conditions in older adults, either self-reported or discovered during routine eye examinations, at multitier eye-care facilities over the past decade, and to explore their association with visio…
View article: RAPIDIRON: Reducing Anaemia in Pregnancy in India—a 3-arm, randomized-controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of oral iron with single-dose intravenous iron in the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnant women and reducing low birth weight deliveries
RAPIDIRON: Reducing Anaemia in Pregnancy in India—a 3-arm, randomized-controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of oral iron with single-dose intravenous iron in the treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnant women and reducing low birth weight deliveries Open
View article: Design, Development, and Testing of Best4Baby, a Mobile Health Technology to Support Exclusive Breastfeeding in India: A Pilot Study (Preprint)
Design, Development, and Testing of Best4Baby, a Mobile Health Technology to Support Exclusive Breastfeeding in India: A Pilot Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) through 6 months of age in most low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is surprisingly low. In India, an LMIC, EBF rates fall well below the World Health Organization benchmark of 90%. There has …
View article: RAPIDIRON: Reducing Anaemia in Pregnancy in India A 3-Arm, Randomized-Controlled Trial Comparing The Effectiveness of Oral Iron With Single-Dose Intravenous Iron In The Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anaemia In Pregnant Women And Reducing Low Birth Weight Deliveries.
RAPIDIRON: Reducing Anaemia in Pregnancy in India A 3-Arm, Randomized-Controlled Trial Comparing The Effectiveness of Oral Iron With Single-Dose Intravenous Iron In The Treatment of Iron Deficiency Anaemia In Pregnant Women And Reducing Low Birth Weight Deliveries. Open
Background: Anaemia is a worldwide problem and iron deficiency is the most common cause. In pregnancy, anaemia increases the risk of adverse maternal, foetal and neonatal outcomes.India’s anaemia rate is among the highest in the world with…
View article: Leveraging big data for pattern recognition of socio-demographic and climatic factors in correlation with eye disorders in Telangana State, India
Leveraging big data for pattern recognition of socio-demographic and climatic factors in correlation with eye disorders in Telangana State, India Open
Purpose: Big data is the new gold, especially in health care. Advances in collecting and processing electronic medical records (EMR) coupled with increasing computer capabilities have resulted in an increased interest in the use of big dat…
View article: Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary impact of an mHealth supported breastfeeding peer counselor intervention in rural India
Feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary impact of an mHealth supported breastfeeding peer counselor intervention in rural India Open
Objective To evaluate the feasibility of an mHealth‐supported breastfeeding peer counselor intervention implemented in rural India and the preliminary impact of the intervention on maternal breastfeeding behaviors, including exclusive brea…
View article: Gender variations in neonatal and early infant mortality in India and Pakistan: a secondary analysis from the Global Network Maternal Newborn Health Registry
Gender variations in neonatal and early infant mortality in India and Pakistan: a secondary analysis from the Global Network Maternal Newborn Health Registry Open
Background To determine the gender differences in neonatal mortality, stillbirths, and perinatal mortality in south Asia using the Global Network data from the Maternal Newborn Health Registry. Methods This study is a secondary analysis of…
View article: Habitat-Specific Clock Variation and Its Consequence on Reproductive Fitness
Habitat-Specific Clock Variation and Its Consequence on Reproductive Fitness Open
The circadian clock controls daily activities at the cellular and organismic level, allowing an organism to anticipate incoming stresses and to use resources accordingly. The circadian clock has therefore been considered a fitness trait in…