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Rare Presentation of Pelvi-ureteric Junction Obstruction: A Series of Three Cases Open
Pelvi-Ureteric Junction Obstruction (PUJO) is one of the most frequent causes of hydronephrosis in both children and adults. It may present with flank pain, vomiting, or progressive renal dysfunction, and if left untreated, may cause irrev…
Eosinophilic cystitis and haematuria: case report of a rare disease with lethal presentation Open
Background Eosinophilic cystitis is a rare disease of the bladder which is difficult to distinguish from other causes of haematuria, and is often misdiagnosed number of times. Diagnosis is made with bladder biopsy. Early diagnosis is impor…
A Rare Case of Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma with Renal Calculi in a Horseshoe Kidney Open
Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinomas (UTUCs) are rare renal tumours. A 42-year-old male presented with haematuria and left flank pain, and was diagnosed with multiple left renal calculi in a horseshoe kidney with a left partial duplex system …
Effectiveness of Prone Positioning on Oxygenation in Ventilated Neonates – A Randomised Control Trial Open
Background: Proper positioning and the integration of chest physiotherapy (CPT) have emerged as beneficial supportive strategies in respiratory management of ventilated newborns. This study was designed to evaluate the effect of CPT and pr…
A Study of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Menstrual Hygiene Awareness in School Going Girls Open
Menstruation is part of the female reproductive cycle and represents an important developmental stage where menstrual hygiene should be observed to protect the health and dignity of women and girls4. wash with soap, water, etc. and maintai…
Efficacy of Laparoscopic versus Open Donor Nephrectomy in the Living Kidney Donor: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Introduction: Renal transplantation is the optimal treatment for End-stage Renal Disease (ESRD), with living donor nephrectomy providing significant advantages over deceased donor renal transplantation. The present study compares the safet…
Paediatric Ependymoma- A Rare Case Report Open
Ependymomas are rare central nervous system (CNS) tumours originating from ependymal cells lining the ventricles and spinal cord. This case report details a unique presentation of a sellar ependymoma in a 2-year-old male presenting with ac…
Socio-Demographic Risk Factors Associated with Severe Acute Malnutrition In Children Open
Background: Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) remains a significant public health concern in India, particularly in Maharashtra, where malnutrition contributes to high child mortality rates. SAM is associated with delayed growth, impaired co…
Telemedicine in Paediatric Health Care Open
Technology-enabled telemedicine is improving children's health worldwide. This article documents how paediatricians are using telemedicine to provide inpatient and outpatient care, patient and physician education, and research. It discusse…
Impact of Hypothermia on Respiratory Distress In Neonates Open
Neonatal hypothermia is a global concern linked to increased morbidity and mortality, particularly in developing countries. Defined by the WHO as a body temperature below 36.5°C, hypothermia is a preventable condition that can lead to seve…
An Approach to Joint Pain in Paediatric Patients: A Comprehensive Review Open
Joint pain in paediatric patients is a common but diagnostically challenging issue, with causes ranging from benign self-limiting conditions to serious diseases that may result in long-term disability. This review addresses a structured di…
Fillet Flap For Non-Healing Ulcer Of Foot Revisited Open
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Giant Bladder Calculus in a 70-year-old Female—A Case Report Open
Vesical calculi are unusual in females, and giant calculi (weighing >100 g) are even more uncommon, considering the advances in contemporary diagnostic modalities. The entity is associated with a variety of pestering symptoms—frequency, dy…
Crossed Fused Ectopic Kidney with Stone Disease and Bifid Renal Pelvis: A Case Report Open
Crossed fused ectopic kidney is a rare congenital anomaly wherein the kidneys are present on the same side due to fusion. It is a rare disease that may remain undiagnosed throughout life. Its rarity and anatomical abnormality make any inte…
Management of Metastatic Primary Renal Synovial Sarcoma with Inferior Vena Cava Thrombus: A Rare Case Report Open
Synovial sarcomas constitute 5-10% of all soft-tissue sarcomas and tend to occur in the extremities, particularly the lower extremity. Renal sarcoma is a rare entity, constituting approximately 1-5% of all malignant renal tumours. Metastat…
Anterior urethral valve with diverticulum in an adolescent Open
The anterior urethral valve (AUV) is a rare cause of obstructive uropathy in children; they are much rarer than posterior urethral valves. A 13-year-old male presented with obstructive and irritative lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). On…
Inborn Errors of Metabolism: A Review Article Open
Inborn metabolic errors are a diverse range of illnesses that can be inherited or result from natural mutation. Non-fulfillment of metabolic processes involved in the breakdown or storage of carbohydrates, fatty acids, or proteins causes s…
Emphysematous Pyelonephritis and Diabetes Mellitus Open
Emphysematous urinary tract infections (UTIs) are lower or upper UTIs associated with gas formation. Emphysematous pyelonephritis (EPN) is a rare disease but is highly prevalent in patients with diabetes and even higher among female patien…
Demographic Evaluation of Pediatric Medico-Legal Cases in Casualty Open
INTRODUCTION- Pediatric medico-legal cases are important public health problems in the pediatric casualty in India. These cases are among the leading causes of pediatric disabilities and deaths. We conducted a study to evaluate the demogra…
Multi System Inflammatory Syndrome In Neonates (MIS-N): A Case Report Open
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection during pregnancy may increase the risk of stillbirth, neonatal death, preterm birth, low birth weight, fetal distress, and neonatal asphyxia (1). Vertical transmission …
Sirenomelia Open
Sirenomelia is a rare and fatal congenital defect characterized by varying degrees of lower limb fusion, thoracolumbar spinal anomalies, sacrococcygeal agenesis, genitourinary, and anorectal atresia.There is a strong association with mater…
Neonatal Facial Subcutaneous Abscess: A Case Report Open
Skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTIs) are a relatively common diagnosis in both the pediatric and adult populations and include abscesses and cellulitis. An abscess is a focal, contained, purulent infection with a clearly defined “cavity…
Supine versus prone percutaneous nephrolithotomy for renal calculi: Our experience Open
Objectives: To compare operative times, safety, and effectiveness of percutaneous nephrolithotomy in the supine versus the prone position. Materials and methods: An observational study of 100 patients was conducted in our institution for 2…
Comparative Study of Transperitoneal Laparoscopic Versus Retroperitoneoscopic Ureterolithotomy Techniques Open
Purpose: This study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of transperitoneal laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (TPLU) and retroperitoneal laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (RPLU) in the surgical management of ureterolithiasis. Materials and Metho…
To study the cost-effectiveness of clinical screening with ultrasonography (USG) of hip for diagnosing developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in new borns Open
Aim: To study the cost-effectiveness of clinical screen with ultrasonography (USG) of hip for diagnosing developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in new borns. Methods: Retrospective study (2018-20). Term new borns had (i) target scan at 6…
Glucocorticoid resistance syndrome: let’s give it a thought Open
Background Generalized glucocorticoid resistance syndrome has a tremendously heterogenous and very broad clinical spectrum. This syndrome is caused by loss of glucocorticoid receptor (GR) function due to mutation leading impairment in GR s…
Microethical & Relational Insights from Pediatric Palliative Care Open
In the India, more than 30 per 1000 live births of infants die each year before, during, or after birth as do many children with life- limiting conditions. In most countries in the developed world including the United States, the vast majo…
Awarenessof Medical Ethics among the Practitionersina Teaching Medical College, Hospital-A Survey Open
There is growing public awareness regarding the ethical conduct of medical practitioners and complaints against physicians appear to be increasing. Changing doctor-patient relationship and commercialization of modern medical practice has a…
Awareness of Significance Blood Pressure Measurements in First MBBS Students in our Institute Open
Background: High blood pressure follows the Iceberg phenomenon as it is one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Though hypertension is a problem of adults the etiologic process and risk behaviors start early in life3.…