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Chatterjee S, Biswas T, Dutta A, Sengupta G, Mitra A, Kundu S. Clinical effectiveness and safety of gemifloxacin versus cefpodoxime in acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis: A randomized, controlled trial. Indian J Pharmacol 2011; 43:40-4. [PMID: 21455420 PMCID: PMC3062119 DOI: 10.4103/0253-7613.75667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2010] [Revised: 07/07/2010] [Accepted: 10/21/2010] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Objective: Acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis (AECB) is a commonly encountered problem and those suspected to be due to bacterial infections require antibiotic therapy. This randomized, controlled trial was designed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of gemifloxacin, a new fluoroquinolone, versus cefpodoxime, an oral third-generation cephalosporin, for the treatment of mild to moderately severe cases of AECB. Materials and Methods: Adult subjects diagnosed with chronic bronchitis with clinical symptoms suggestive of an Anthonisen type II acute exacerbation (any two of the following criteria – increased dyspnea, cough, sputum purulence) were eligible and those fulfilling the subject selection criteria were randomized to receive either gemifloxacin 320 mg once daily or cefpodoxime 200 mg twice daily orally for 7 days. The primary outcome measure was clinical success rate at day 14 visit and the secondary outcome measures were changes in Clinical Global impression (CGI) scales and incidence of adverse events (AEs). Fifty-two subjects were enrolled: 26 in gemifloxacin group and 24 in the other and 2 were lost to follow-up. Results: The clinical success rates were comparable (84.6% in gemifloxacin group versus 83.3% in cefpodoxime group) and no statistically significant difference was observed between the groups. AEs were mild, self-limiting and few (two in gemifloxacin and three in cefpodoxime arm) and tolerability was also good. Conclusion: The results of this randomized, single-blind trial demonstrated that a 7-day course of gemifloxacin is therapeutically comparable to cefpodoxime in terms of both clinical effectiveness and safety for the treatment of type II Anthonisen category AECB patients.
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Pokhrel B, Konwer S, Dutta A, Huda MK, Ghosh B, Dolui SK. Study of photovoltaic performance of host-guest system comprising photoluminescent polyurethane and rhodamine B dye. J Appl Polym Sci 2011. [DOI: 10.1002/app.34430] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Nickoloff E, Lu Z, Dutta A, So J. SU-E-I-81: Radiation Dose for a 320 Slice Cone Beam CT: Methods and Analysis. Med Phys 2011. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3611655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Goyal P, Dutta A, Singh RK, Ghosh AK. Calculation of moderator circulation in IPHWR using a porosity approach. KERNTECHNIK 2011. [DOI: 10.3139/124.110111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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In the present configuration of the calandria for the 700 MWe Kakrapara Nuclear Power Plant, moderator inlet diffusers are directed upwards and the outlet is from the bottom of the calandria. Moderator circulation patterns and temperature distribution needs to be predicted to ensure adequate cooling margin for all channels. This study consists of two steps: at first, an optimized calculation scheme is obtained by comparison of the predicted results with the experimental data and by evaluating the fluid flow and temperature distribution. Then, in the second step, the analysis for the real 700 MWe IPHWR moderator under normal operating conditions has been performed with the optimized scheme. The present paper describes the methodology used for predicting the circulation pattern and temperature distribution in the moderator during normal operation using CFD code CFD-ACE+. The matrix of the calandria tubes in the core region is simplified to a porous media in which the momentum resistance model is used for pressure loss. The buoyancy effects due to internal heating and jet momentum effects through inlet nozzles have been considered in the analysis. The results show that the maximum temperature observed in the calandria is within the design limits during normal operation.
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Dutta A, Mukherjee B, Das D, Banerjee A, Ray MR. Hypertension with elevated levels of oxidized low-density lipoprotein and anticardiolipin antibody in the circulation of premenopausal Indian women chronically exposed to biomass smoke during cooking. INDOOR AIR 2011; 21:165-76. [PMID: 21118307 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0668.2010.00694.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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UNLABELLED This study aims to investigate whether indoor air pollution (IAP) from biomass fuel use was associated with hypertension, platelet hyperactivity, and elevated levels of oxidized low-density lipoprotein (oxLDL) and anticardiolipin antibody (aCL). We enrolled 244 biomass fuel-using (median age 34 year) and 236 age-matched control women who cooked with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay was used to measure oxLDL in plasma and aCL in serum, flow cytometry for P-selectin expression on platelet and reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation by leukocytes, aggregometry for platelet aggregation, spectrophotometry for superoxide dismutase (SOD) in erythrocytes, and laser photometer for particulate matter <10 and 2.5 μm in diameter (PM(10) and PM(2.5), respectively) in cooking areas. Biomass users had three times more particulate pollution in kitchen, had higher prevalence of hypertension (29.5 vs. 11.0% in control, P < 0.05), elevated oxLDL (170.6 vs. 45.9 U/l; P < 0.001), platelet P-selectin expression (9.1% vs. 2.4%), platelet aggregation (23.2 vs. 15.9 Ohm), raised aCL IgG (28.7% vs. 2.1%), IgM (8.6% of vs. 0.4%), and ROS (44%) but depleted (13%) SOD. After controlling potential confounders, the changes were positively associated with PM(10) and PM(2.5) in indoor air, suggesting a positive association between IAP and increased cardiovascular risk. PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS The study showing high risk of developing cardiovascular diseases (CVD) among poor, underprivileged women in their reproductive ages in rural India is important from public health perspectives. It may motivate the government and the regulatory agencies of the country to take a serious note of the indoor air pollution (IAP) from biomass fuel use as it threatens the health of millions of women, children, and the elderly who mostly stay indoor. We hope the findings will strengthen the demand for setting up a standard for indoor air quality in the country in the line of national ambient air quality standard. The findings may also inspire the authorities to take measures for the reduction in IAP by improving housing, kitchen ventilation, and cook stoves. Moreover, the parameters used in this study can be utilized for large, population-based studies to identify women at a higher risk of developing CVD so that medical intervention can be taken at the formative stage of a disease.
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Maiti S, Ajith P, Dutta A, Kumar N, Sharma A. Laparoscopic-assisted cholecystocentesis and cholecystocholangiography in canines. JOURNAL OF APPLIED ANIMAL RESEARCH 2011. [DOI: 10.1080/09712119.2011.565549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Jazaeri A, Bryant J, Park H, Ferriss J, Li H, Dutta A. Modeling of early events in serous carcinogenesis: Molecular prerequisites for transformation of fallopian tube epithelial cells. Gynecol Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2010.12.063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Torfs E, Dutta A, Nopens I. Investigating kernel structures for shear and Ca-induced activated sludge aggregation using a population balance model with an inverse problem methodology. COMMUNICATIONS IN AGRICULTURAL AND APPLIED BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2011; 76:29-32. [PMID: 21539190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Jain RK, Datta S, Majumder S, Dutta A. Two IPMC Fingers Based Micro Gripper for Handling. INT J ADV ROBOT SYST 2011. [DOI: 10.5772/10523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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This paper presents the behavior of two finger based micro gripper which is made of Ionic Polymer Metal Composite (IPMC), an Electro Active Polymer (EAP). An IPMC shows great potential as high-displacement and light weight actuator. Low mass force generation capability is utilized for micro gripping in micro assembly. IPMC responds to low voltage in the range of 0-3V. The material contains an electrolyte which transport ions in response to an external electric field. IPMC actuation for micro gripping is produced by deflecting material according to bending moment theory. An external electric field generated by suitable RC circuit causes this deflection. It is found that an IPMC actuates from 1–5 seconds. The maximum jaw opening and closing position of micro gripper are found to be 5 mm and 0.5 mm respectively. The effect of tempearture, as observed, shows that the acceptable limit varies from 23.1°C to 30.4°C while an IPMC is in operation. An experimental proto type is developed for evaluation of performance.
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Mahapatra S, Dutta A, Datta J. Temperature effect on the electrode kinetics of ethanol oxidation on Pd modified Pt electrodes and the estimation of intermediates formed in alkali medium. Electrochim Acta 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.electacta.2010.08.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Gupta ML, Gupta V, Shukla SK, Verma S, Sankhwar S, Dutta A, Suri KA. Inhibition in radiation mediated cellular toxicity by minimizing free radical flux: one of the possible mechanisms of biological protection against lethal ionizing radiation by a sub- fraction of Podophyllum hexandrum. Cell Mol Biol (Noisy-le-grand) 2010; 56 Suppl:OL1341-OL1349. [PMID: 20937221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2009] [Accepted: 06/15/2010] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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The study has focused on exploring the mechanism of action of Podophyllum hexandrum sub-fraction (G-001M) exhibiting >90% protection in lethally irradiated mice. Currently, G-001M was assessed for antioxidant characteristics by evaluating DPPH, superoxide and hydrogen peroxide radical formation, anti-lipid per oxidation, metal chelation and total flavonoid content. To affirm cytoprotective efficacy of G-001M, plasmid DNA protection, blood WBC counts, marker for lipid peroxidation (MDA) and antioxidant status (GSH) in mice splenocytes and thymocytes were studied. G-001M, having high amount of total phenolic contents (200±10mg, w/w), exhibited dose dependent inhibition in DPPH and superoxide radical formation. Hydrogen peroxide radical scavenging was higher than standards. With pre-treatment of G-001M, plasmid DNA was also maximally restored to supercoiled form. Radiation modulated MDA and GSH values in splenocytes and thymocytes of mice altered significantly after 24 hrs and at later intervals, values were close to the controls. Radiation mediated losses in WBC counts were significantly regained (p<0.001) in G-001M pre-treated irradiated mice. The above findings explicitly conveyed that G-001M has successfully minimized radiation inflicted free radicals generation and their multiplication. This activity of G-001M could be undoubtedly among one of the major modes of action in extending whole body survival in lethally irradiated mice.
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Dutta A, Deshpande SB. Cardio-respiratory reflexes evoked by phenylbiguanide in rats involve vagal afferents which are not sensitive to capsaicin. Acta Physiol (Oxf) 2010; 200:87-95. [PMID: 20331538 DOI: 10.1111/j.1748-1716.2010.02105.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM Stimulation of pulmonary C fibre receptors by phenylbiguanide (PBG, 5-HT(3) agonist) produces hypotension, bradycardia and tachypnoea or apnoea. However, tachypnoeic or apnoeic responses are not consistent. Therefore, this study was undertaken to delineate the actions of PBG on respiration and compared with those evoked by capsaicin (TRPV1 agonist). METHODS Blood pressure, respiratory excursions and ECG were recorded in urethane anaesthetized adult rats. The effect of PBG or capsaicin was evaluated before and after ondansetron (5-HT(3) antagonist), capsazepine (TRPV1 antagonist) or bilateral vagotomy. In addition, their effect on vagal afferent activity was also evaluated. RESULTS Bolus injection of PBG produced concentration-dependent (0.1-100 microg kg(-1)) hypotensive and bradycardiac responses, while there was tachypnoea at lower concentrations (0.1-3 microg kg(-1)) and apnoea at higher concentrations (10-100 microg kg(-1)). After vagotomy or after exposure to ondansetron both tachypnoeic and apnoeic responses were abolished along with cardiovascular responses. However, capsazepine (3 mg kg(-1)) did not block the PBG-induced reflex responses. Capsaicin (0.1-10 microg kg(-1)), on the other hand, produced a concentration-dependent apnoea, hypotension and bradycardia but tachypnoea was not observed. Ondansetron failed to block the capsaicin-induced reflex response while bilateral vagotomy abolished bradycardiac and hypotensive responses and attenuated the apnoeic response. In another series, vagal afferent activity and cardio-respiratory changes evoked by PBG were blocked by ondansetron. However, capsaicin failed to activate the PBG-sensitive vagal afferents even though cardio-respiratory alterations were observed. CONCLUSIONS The present observations indicate that PBG produced tachypnoea at a lower concentration and apnoea at a higher concentration involving vagal afferents which are different from those excited by capsaicin.
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Lu Z, So J, Dutta A, Nickoloff E. SU-GG-I-07: Monitoring Radiation Dose in Cerebral CT Perfusion Exams. Med Phys 2010. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3468040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Lu Z, So J, Dutta A, Nickoloff E. SU-GG-I-80: Overcoming the Angle Dependence of a Solid State Dosimeter in Direct Measurement of CT Dose. Med Phys 2010. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3468113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Leon MA, Dutta A. Fluidization characteristics of rice husk in a bubbling fluidized bed. CAN J CHEM ENG 2010. [DOI: 10.1002/cjce.20292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Bandyopadhyay SK, Moulick A, Chakrabarti N, Dutta A. Familial hypoparathyroidism. THE JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICIANS OF INDIA 2010; 58:115-117. [PMID: 20653155] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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A family with hereditary (familial) hypoparathyroidism is reported where three of the total four siblings were affected and each presented with different manifestation-one brother with refractory epilepsy since early childhood, another brother with unilateral extrapyramidal features in adult life, and their only sister having recurrent attacks of tingling and numbness due to hypocalcemia since 12 years of age.
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Leon MA, Dutta A. Fluidization characteristics of rice husk in a bubbling fluidized bed. CAN J CHEM ENG 2010. [DOI: 10.1002/cjce.20245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Swami H, Dutta A, Nambiar S. Recurrent Bell's Palsy. Med J Armed Forces India 2010; 66:95-6. [PMID: 27365719 DOI: 10.1016/s0377-1237(10)80115-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2008] [Accepted: 08/12/2009] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Bandyopadhyay SK, Bandyopadhyay R, Dutta A. Profile of tuberculous meningitis with or without HIV infection and the predicators of adverse outcome. W INDIAN MED J 2009; 58:589-592. [PMID: 20583689] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To compare the clinical, radiological and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) findings, at hospital admission, among adult patients with tuberculous meningitis (TBM) with or without HIV infection and to identify the factors that predict adverse outcome at six months. METHODS A total of 82 adult patients with TBM were included (40 HIV-positive and 42 HIV-negative). Several clinical (duration of illness, Glasgow Coma Scale score, presence of high temperature, headache, cranial nerve or sphincter abnormality, seizures and endocrine dysfunction), radiological (presence of hydrocephalus, cerebral infarction and oedema, meningeal enhancement, granuloma) and cerebrospinal fluid parameters (glucose, protein, lactate, lymphocytes, neutrophils and adenosine deaminase values) were recorded along with CD4 count in the peripheral blood. Statistical analysis was performed using the chi-square test. Individual variables were evaluated as prognostic factors for adverse outcome in both groups by calculating the relative risk of association for each. RESULTS Temperature more than 38.33 degrees C was more common in the HIV-negative group while seizures, hydrocephalus, cerebral infarction and low CD4 count occurred significantly more commonly in the HIV-positive group. Hydrocephalus had strong association with severe neurological deficit and seizure with death in both the groups. CONCLUSION Several clinical and laboratory features of TBM in patients who are HIV-positive are distinctly different from those without HIV infection; some of these have an association with the probability of adverse outcome.
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Dutta A, Nair V, Chandraharan E. P228 Decision to delivery interval for emergency caesarean sections: Goals vs reality. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/s0020-7292(09)61718-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Hazarika S, Dutta A, Dutta N. Pervaporation Aided Esterification of Carboxylic Acids with Ethanol Catalyzed by Porcine pancreatic Lipase. BIOCATAL BIOTRANSFOR 2009. [DOI: 10.1080/10242420310001597810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Pradhan A, Jairam A, Kumar R, Srivastava A, Srivastava A, Sreevastava D, Dutta A, Arora S, Bairaria A, Bhargava A. Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome Posttransplantation: A Case Report of Possible Association With Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak After Epidural Catheterization. Transplant Proc 2009; 41:1957-60. [DOI: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2008.12.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2008] [Revised: 07/27/2008] [Accepted: 12/02/2008] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Dey S, Bhattacharyya S, Chakraborty R, Dutta A, Kharbuli S. Scanning electron microscopic studies on surface microstructural features of some tissues of epizootic ulcerative syndrome-affectedPuntius ticto(Hamilton, 1822) from Southern Assam of India. Microsc Res Tech 2009; 72:333-7. [DOI: 10.1002/jemt.20656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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James E, Dutta A, Swami H, Ramakrishnan R. Frontal Mucocele causing Unilateral Proptosis. Med J Armed Forces India 2009; 65:73-4. [PMID: 27408199 DOI: 10.1016/s0377-1237(09)80064-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2007] [Accepted: 08/18/2008] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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