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View article: Physical Activity and Screen Time Pattern among Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool Children: A descriptive Study from Northeast India
Physical Activity and Screen Time Pattern among Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool Children: A descriptive Study from Northeast India Open
Excessive screen time has a significant negative impact on physical activity, growth, and psychological development and leads to a sedentary lifestyle, risk of noncommunicable diseases, and poor dietary behavior among children. This study …
View article: Comparative outcomes and predictability of Contoura laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, wavefront-optimized laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, and photorefractive keratectomy: A retrospective analysis of visual recovery and pachymetric influence
Comparative outcomes and predictability of Contoura laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, wavefront-optimized laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, and photorefractive keratectomy: A retrospective analysis of visual recovery and pachymetric influence Open
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to compare visual and refractive outcomes of Contoura topography-guided laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK), wavefront-optimized (WFO) LASIK, and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and to eva…
View article: WARS2-Associated Neuropsychiatric Phenotype in Childhood: A Case-Based Review
WARS2-Associated Neuropsychiatric Phenotype in Childhood: A Case-Based Review Open
Mitochondrial WARS2 -related disorders are known to exhibit a broad phenotypic spectrum, ranging from infantile-onset epilepsy syndromes to hyperkinetic movement disorders. We report a case of an 11-year-old male who presented with tremors…
View article: Silencing the Somatic Cough in Children: Case Report and a Review of Management Strategies
Silencing the Somatic Cough in Children: Case Report and a Review of Management Strategies Open
Cough is among the most common presentations in childhood. “Habit cough,” also referred to as “psychogenic cough” or “somatic cough syndrome,” is a frequently misdiagnosed and mistreated condition. Somatic cough often follows an upper resp…
View article: Role of Intravenous Azithromycin as Adjunctive Therapy in Children With Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES): An Open-Label Randomized Controlled Trial
Role of Intravenous Azithromycin as Adjunctive Therapy in Children With Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES): An Open-Label Randomized Controlled Trial Open
View article: Attention deficits and psychotic symptoms mimicking childhood cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy: A case report
Attention deficits and psychotic symptoms mimicking childhood cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy: A case report Open
View article: A report on rosuvastatin’s role in alleviating behavioral problems in autism spectrum disorder with a SYNaptic GTPase-Activating Protein 1 mutation
A report on rosuvastatin’s role in alleviating behavioral problems in autism spectrum disorder with a SYNaptic GTPase-Activating Protein 1 mutation Open
SYNaptic GTPase-Activating Protein 1 ( SYNGAP1 ) is a gene that encodes the cytosolic protein SYNGAP1 , an essential component of the postsynaptic density at excitatory glutamatergic neurons. Hence, it has been implicated in patients with …
View article: Minimally invasive versus open surgery among colorectal cancer patients
Minimally invasive versus open surgery among colorectal cancer patients Open
Minimally Invasive Surgery has become an acceptable substitute for Open Surgery in the management of colorectal cancer, with the claimed benefits of reduced morbidity and quicker recovery. Therefore it is of interest to compare the clinica…
View article: Impact of surgical margins on local recurrence rates in breast-conserving surgery
Impact of surgical margins on local recurrence rates in breast-conserving surgery Open
A conservative surgical breast intervention is broadly acceptable as an appropriate treatment option in preliminary stages of breast cancer and is recommended in order to establish oncologic safety while achieving aesthetics of the breast.…
View article: Postictal nose wiping in childhood absence epilepsy: A rare phenomenon
Postictal nose wiping in childhood absence epilepsy: A rare phenomenon Open
View article: Wilson Disease Masquerading as Nephrotic Syndrome: A Case Report
Wilson Disease Masquerading as Nephrotic Syndrome: A Case Report Open
Wilson disease (WD) is a rare, autosomal recessive disorder characterized by defective copper metabolism. Renal manifestations in WD are uncommon, and nephrotic syndrome as an initial presentation is rare. An eight-year-old boy presented w…
View article: Overview of Mendelian Susceptibility to Mycobacterial Diseases (MSMD)
Overview of Mendelian Susceptibility to Mycobacterial Diseases (MSMD) Open
View article: Perceptions of Digital Health App Usage Among Women Attending Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Department in a Tertiary Care Setting
Perceptions of Digital Health App Usage Among Women Attending Obstetrics and Gynecology Outpatient Department in a Tertiary Care Setting Open
Introduction Digitalization is transforming healthcare, with tools like digital health apps and platforms becoming integral. India's Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) aims to create a digitally empowered healthcare system, utilizing t…
View article: Microkeratome-assisted vs femtosecond laser-assisted superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty: A randomized controlled trial
Microkeratome-assisted vs femtosecond laser-assisted superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty: A randomized controlled trial Open
Purpose: The purpose is to compare the outcomes between microkeratome-assisted superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (MK-SALK) and femtosecond laser-assisted superficial anterior lamellar keratoplasty (FL-SALK) for superficial corneal…
View article: A prospective study to compare the safety and efficacy of toric intra-ocular lens vs. opposite clear corneal incision in patients undergoing phacoemulsification for age-related cataract with pre-existing corneal astigmatism
A prospective study to compare the safety and efficacy of toric intra-ocular lens vs. opposite clear corneal incision in patients undergoing phacoemulsification for age-related cataract with pre-existing corneal astigmatism Open
These results demonstrate a similar efficacy of OCCI in reducing corneal astigmatism of up to 1.5 D compared to Toric IOLs. The uncorrected visual acuity was superior in the Toric IOL group. However, this difference was reduced significant…
View article: Analysis of phacoemulsification surgery on quantitative variation of anterior chamber using Sirius tomogram in patients of North India
Analysis of phacoemulsification surgery on quantitative variation of anterior chamber using Sirius tomogram in patients of North India Open
View article: Infantile Epileptic Spasms Syndrome in an Infant with PHACTR1 Mutation Triggered by Whole-Cell-Pertussis Vaccine: A Case Report with Review of Literature
Infantile Epileptic Spasms Syndrome in an Infant with PHACTR1 Mutation Triggered by Whole-Cell-Pertussis Vaccine: A Case Report with Review of Literature Open
Background: Early-onset infantile epileptic spasm syndrome is a known feature of phosphatase and actin regulator 1 ( PHACTR1 ) gene mutation. However, its association with whole-cell pertussis vaccination is unknown. Clinical Description: …
View article: Evaluating Prostate Cancer: The Diagnostic Impact of MRI and Its Relationship With Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS)-Guided Biopsy
Evaluating Prostate Cancer: The Diagnostic Impact of MRI and Its Relationship With Transrectal Ultrasound (TRUS)-Guided Biopsy Open
Background Prostate disorders, including benign enlargement and malignancy, are commonly evaluated through imaging techniques. Historically, transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) has been used for prostate imaging and biopsy. However, multiparamet…
View article: Managing diagnostic complexity: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) mimicking asthma exacerbation and infections in pediatric cases
Managing diagnostic complexity: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) mimicking asthma exacerbation and infections in pediatric cases Open
A BSTRACT Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) presents diagnostic hurdles in pediatrics due to its resemblance to asthma or infections. An 11-year-old girl, known for recurrent asthma-related hospitalizations, presented with ong…
View article: Profile and perspectives of patients with hearing impairment: experience of a hearing camp conducted in rural Assam
Profile and perspectives of patients with hearing impairment: experience of a hearing camp conducted in rural Assam Open
Background: Hearing aid non-compliance and rejection despite possessing the hearing aid, is widespread among hearing impairment, influenced by diverse factors. There is limited literature on perspectives of patient before enrolling them in…
View article: Pulse methylprednisolone therapy triggered sinus bradycardia in two children
Pulse methylprednisolone therapy triggered sinus bradycardia in two children Open
Intravenous methylprednisolone is an important therapeutic modality in many conditions, owing to their anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating properties. Along with other side-effects of corticosteroids, cardiovascular side-effects are al…
View article: Myasthenic Crisis in a Child: Successful Recovery after Early Identification and Intervention
Myasthenic Crisis in a Child: Successful Recovery after Early Identification and Intervention Open
Background: Juvenile myasthenia gravis (MG) is a rare autoimmune neuromuscular disorder and has a varied presentation in childhood making it a diagnostic challenge. Clinical Description: An 8-year-old girl presented to the pediatric emerge…
View article: Experience of Health Professionals in the Kongpopki District of Manipur
Experience of Health Professionals in the Kongpopki District of Manipur Open
View article: Impact of COVID-19 Infection in West Syndrome: The Need for More Data
Impact of COVID-19 Infection in West Syndrome: The Need for More Data Open
View article: Online Interactive Flipped Classroom Teaching in Pediatrics for Medical Undergraduates
Online Interactive Flipped Classroom Teaching in Pediatrics for Medical Undergraduates Open
The present study revealed that introducing flipped classroom strategy in an online model improved students' engagement and increased their interest in the subject.
View article: Prolonged Albendazole Therapy for Neurocysticercosis in Children
Prolonged Albendazole Therapy for Neurocysticercosis in Children Open
View article: Multidisciplinary Approach in Management of Behcet’s Disease
Multidisciplinary Approach in Management of Behcet’s Disease Open
Behcet's disease (BD), also known as Silk Route disease, is a recurrent systemic inflammatory disorder characterized by oral aphthous ulcers, skin lesions, ocular lesions, and genital ulcerations.Despite multiple studies on the etiopathoge…
View article: Posterior lens capsular neovascularization in the absence of any risk factors
Posterior lens capsular neovascularization in the absence of any risk factors Open
Neovascularization of the posterior capsule after uncomplicated cataract surgery is a rare occurrence. This case entails a similar presentation, however, in the absence of any known predisposition. An 80-year-old male presented with painle…
View article: Oral Dexamethasone versus Prednisolone for Management of Children with West Syndrome
Oral Dexamethasone versus Prednisolone for Management of Children with West Syndrome Open
Objective: To compare the efficacy of oral dexamethasone and prednisolone in the treatment of newly diagnosed children aged 3–36 months of West syndrome. Methods: An open-labeled, randomized controlled clinical trial with parallel group as…
View article: Internet Addiction and Screen Time Exposure Among Children with Migraine
Internet Addiction and Screen Time Exposure Among Children with Migraine Open