A STUDY ON FACTORS AFFECTING THE INTENTIONS TO ACCEPT TELEMEDICINE SERVICES IN INDIA DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

The goal of the current study is to comprehend the factors that influence a decision to use telemedicine for healthcare. India saw a massive surge in the use of telemedicine services in the year 2020-21, with teleconsultations increasing by almost 300%. Lockdowns and Covid-19 limitations sped up the introduction of telemedicine services. The advantages of telemedicine healthcare services, however, have not yet reached the vast majority of the population. A pilot survey is done, and a study framework is suggested, to better understand the factors that influence people's decisions to use telemedicine healthcare services. The following variables are taken into account for the study: personal norms, telemedicine use expectation, knowledge, telemedicine usage, initial satisfaction, and covid phobia -19 (CP-19). The suggested framework is then put to the test using SEM (Structural equation modelling), and a good model fit was found. Policymakers and marketers can use the findings to increase the acceptance of telemedicine healthcare services among the general public in order to promote convenience, accessibility, and healthy living.

Transverse dislocation of the elbow with ipsilateral shaft of radius fracture in an adult

STUDY DESIGN

A report of a rare case of transverse dislocation of the elbow associated with fracture of the shaft of the ipsilateral radius.

OBJECTIVE

To describe a rare variety of elbow dislocation associated with radial shaft fracture.

INTRODUCTION

Transverse dislocation of the elbow is a rare injury and most of the cases have been described in pediatric patients. Association of this injury with fracture of forearm bones is rare. We describe a case of transverse dislocation of the elbow associated with a fracture of the ipsilateral shaft of the radius in an adult.

MATERIAL AND METHODS

A 21-year-old male patient sustained trauma to his left upper limb in a traffic accident. Radiographic evaluation revealed transverse dislocation of the elbow and fracture of the shaft of the ipsilateral radius. Closed reduction of the elbow dislocation was carried out followed by open reduction and internal fixation of the fracture.

RESULTS

Eight months after trauma, the patient is asymptomatic with complete range of motion and no instability. Radiographs show a well-healed fracture and congruent elbow joint.

CONCLUSION

To the best of our knowledge, this is first case of transverse dislocation of the elbow with an ipsilateral radial shaft fracture in an adult. Closed reduction of such dislocations is usually achievable, though open reduction may be required in some case.