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Timilsina K, Bhatta OP, Bhetwal P, Ghimire S, Paudel S, Pokharel RK. Bipolar fracture of clavicle mimicking fracture dislocation of sternoclavicular joint: A case report. Int J Surg Case Rep 2024; 118:109632. [PMID: 38581940 PMCID: PMC11015464 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2024.109632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2023] [Revised: 03/30/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 04/08/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE Bipolar fractures involving segmental fractures of the lateral and proximal clavicles are exceptionally rare, with only isolated cases documented in the literature. Such fractures may easily be overlooked during the initial presentation. CASE PRESENTATION We present the case of a 35-year-old male with deformation in the middle segment of the clavicle following a road traffic accident (RTA). On radiography, the injury was initially thought to be a lateral clavicle fracture combined with sternoclavicular joint dislocation but was later changed to a bipolar clavicle fracture intraoperatively. The patient had an uneventful postoperative course with excellent functional outcomes 14 months after surgery. CLINICAL DISCUSSION A bipolar clavicle fracture is the result of direct trauma to the shoulder region commonly following RTA. Bipolar injuries can be diagnosed based on clinical findings and radiographic evaluation using plain X-rays and aided by computed tomography (CT) scans in doubtful scenarios. With a paucity of guidelines regarding the management of bipolar clavicle fractures most reported cases have been managed operatively with open reduction and internal fixation using locking plates and screws. CONCLUSIONS Due to its rarity, bipolar clavicle fractures can be easily missed, necessitating a high index of suspicion and detailed evaluation of suspected cases. Appropriate initial and definitive management through operative fixation can lead to optimal outcomes.
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- Krishna Timilsina
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Nepal
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Nepal
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Pudasaini P, Paudel S, Gc S, Adhikari S, Pudasaini P, Das K, Pietkiewicz P. Dermatoscopy of primary localised cutaneous amyloidosis - A cross-sectional study in a setting of South Asian public dermatology department. Skin Health Dis 2024; 4:e316. [PMID: 38312259 PMCID: PMC10831549 DOI: 10.1002/ski2.316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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Background Amyloidosis, deposition of misfolded protein in body, is a fairly common condition. The deposition of misfolded proteins in skin which occurs in absence of systemic comorbidities, namely Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis (PCA) is also a well-known entity in skin of colour patients of Asian subcontinent. Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis is usually diagnosed with good clinical acumen and typical clinical phenotype and involved site. Dermoscope has been used as an adjunct non-invasive tool to confirm cases with diagnostic uncertainty and in those in whom biopsy is deferred. Typical dermoscopic features of PCA helps differentiate it from other pigmentary dermatoses and avoids unwanted invasive biopsies and investigations especially in resource poor settings with financial constraints. Objectives This study aims to identify and corroborate clinically, typical dermoscopic features in PCA in 42 patients which includes Macular Amyloidosis (MA) and Papular Amyloidosis (PA) predominantly in skin of colour patients from government based hospital of a south east Asian country. Materials and methods Patients with classic clinical features of PCA were selected. Primary Cutaneous Amyloidosis was subclassified into MA or PA and their corresponding clinically corroborative dermoscopic features were enlisted respectively. All patients (treatment naïve and previously treated), who consented to participate in the study were included. Patients were diagnosed based on the prototypical clinical features. Dermoscopy was done using DermLite III DL3N Polarised and Fluid Dermoscope w/PigmentBoost Brand (3Gen, DermLite LLC, San Juan Capistrano, CA, USA) and images were obtained to create digital dermoscopy system by attaching camera-equipped mobile device via an optional connection kit (Redmi Note 11, MIUI version 13.0.5, CHINA) and the findings were enlisted concurrently. Results In this study of dermoscopic findings of PCA, 42 patients were evaluated for their clinical lesions along with its corroboration with the dermoscopic features. Macular Amyloidosis was seen in 30 patients and 12 patients had typical cutaneous phenotypic and dermoscopic feature of PA. The most common dermoscopic finding seen in patients with MA was shiny to dull white, circular or oval central hub surrounded with halo of light brown dots. Most common configuration of brownish pigmentation around central hub was fine streak type. Also eccrine clues were seen in some cases of MA, which was a unique finding. Similarly in the PA subtype, the central hub was replaced by scar like structureless translucent white area surrounded by brownish black dot like structures, especially in those with large and thick plaques. Conclusion Dermoscopic findings of PCA and their clinical corroboration is a much-needed aspect in treating patients with pigmentary disorders and in those with skin of colour, especially in developing countries. Utilization of dermoscope in clinical settings of low income countries and in government based hospitals will decrease the add on economic burden of invasive diagnostic modalities like biopsy and other inadvertent tests done to rule out pigmentary conditions.
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- Department of DermatologyCivil Service HospitalKathmanduNepal
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- Department of DermatologyCivil Service HospitalKathmanduNepal
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- Department of DermatologyGandaki Medical College and Teaching HospitalPokharaNepal
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Shrestha S, Lakhey RB, Paudel S, Paudel S. Relationship between Facet Joint Tropism with Lumbar Disc Herniation at A Particular Motion Segment. J Nepal Health Res Counc 2023; 21:226-231. [PMID: 38196212 DOI: 10.33314/jnhrc.v21i02.4515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND Lumbar disc herniation is one of the important and common causes of low back pain. There are various modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for the development of lumbar disc herniation. Any change in the orientation or asymmetry of the facet joint i.e. facet tropism may lead to abnormal shearing stress on the intervertebral disc and may lead to development of disc herniation. METHODS This is a cross-sectional observational study of 46 patients aged 18-40 years with clinical features of Prolapsed Intervertebral Disc and Magnetic Resonance Imaging evidence of single level prolapsed disc who presented to Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital from December 2019 to June 2021. MRI measurement of facet tropism of normal level (L4-L5 or L5-S1) adjacent to herniated level was used for comparison. The p - value ≤ 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Overall association of tropism with lumbar disc herniation in affected and normal level combined and at each individual level was studied using McNemar Test. RESULTS We found a highly significant association of facet tropism with lumbar disc herniation (p-value <0.001). Considering the individual levels, at L4-L5 level, the association between facet tropism and lumbar disc herniation was highly significant (p-value <0.001). However, at L5-S1 level the association was not significant (p-value <0.388). CONCLUSIONS The results of our study show strong association between FT and lumbar disc herniation at a particular motion segment.
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- Sandesh Shrestha
- Department of Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj
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- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj
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- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj
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Tandan S, Kshetri S, Paudel S, Dhakal P, Kyes RC, Khanal L. Prevalence of gastrointestinal helminth parasites in rhesus macaques and local residents in the central mid-hills of Nepal. Helminthologia 2023; 60:327-335. [PMID: 38222485 PMCID: PMC10787631 DOI: 10.2478/helm-2023-0037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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Rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta) are distributed across Nepal in close association with humans and with a high probability of sharing of soil-transmitted intestinal helminth parasites. This study was carried out to determine the prevalence, richness and risk factors of gastrointestinal (GI) helminth parasites among rhesus macaques and humans in the Daunne Forest area, a community managed forest in the central mid-hills of Nepal. A total of 190 fecal samples, including 120 samples from rhesus macaques residing around the Daunne Devi Temple and in the surrounding forest, and 70 from local people, were microscopically examined by direct wet mount, floatation and sedimentation methods. Seasonal and age-sex based variations in helminth parasite prevalence were analyzed. Among the rhesus macaques, the total parasite prevalence was 39.2 %. Strongyloides sp. accounted for the highest prevalence (19.17 %) followed by Ascaris sp. (13.33 %), hookworm (10.83 %) and Trichuris sp. (4.17 %). Among the humans, Ascaris lumbricoides (11.3 %) was the only parasite detected. The Sorenson's coefficient of similarity of GI parasites between the macaques and local people at the generic level was 0.4. Mean parasite richness for the macaques was 1.21 ± 0.41 (SD) per infected sample. Parasite prevalence in the summer season (41.4 %) was higher than in the winter season (36 %). Adult macaques (41.67 %) had higher GI parasite prevalence than the young (30.77 %) and infants (27.27 %). Among the adult macaques, the prevalence rate was significantly higher (P=0.005) in females (52.46 %) than in males (22.86 %). Our results indicate that the temple rhesus macaques have a high prevalence of GI helminth parasites and could pose a potential zoonotic risk. As such, the need for routine monitoring and an effective management strategy is essential.
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- S. Tandan
- Central Department of Zoology, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu44618, Nepal
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- Central Department of Zoology, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu44618, Nepal
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- Central Department of Zoology, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu44618, Nepal
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- Central Department of Zoology, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu44618, Nepal
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou450046, China
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- Departments of Psychology, Global Health, and Anthropology, Center for Global Field Study, and Washington National Primate Research Center, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA
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- Central Department of Zoology, Institute of Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu44618, Nepal
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Zuberbier T, Abdul Latiff A, Aggelidis X, Augustin M, Balan R, Bangert C, Beck L, Bieber T, Bernstein JA, Bertolin Colilla M, Berardi A, Bedbrook A, Bindslev‐Jensen C, Bousquet J, de Bruin‐Weller M, Bruscky D, Buyuktiryaki B, Canonica GW, Castro C, Chanturidze N, Chong‐Neto HJ, Chu C, Chularojanamontri L, Cork M, Criado RFJ, Barredo LC, Custovic A, Darsow U, Emurlai A, de Pablo A, Del Giacco S, Girolomoni G, Deleva Jovanova T, Deleuran M, Douladiris N, Duarte B, Dubakiene R, Eller E, Engel‐Yeger B, Ensina LF, Filho NR, Flohr C, Fomina D, Francuzik W, Galimberti ML, Giménez‐Arnau AM, Godse K, Mortz CG, Gotua M, Hide M, Hoetzenecker W, Hunzelmann N, Irvine A, Jack C, Kanavarou I, Katoh N, Kinaciyan T, Kocatürk E, Kulthanan K, Lapeere H, Lau S, Machado Forti Nastri M, Makris M, Mansour E, Marsland A, Morelo Rocha Felix M, Moschione Castro AP, Nettis E, Nicolas JF, Nosbaum A, Odemyr M, Papapostolou N, Parisi CAS, Paudel S, Peter J, Pokharel P, Puig L, Quint T, Ramon GD, Regateiro F, Ricci G, Rosario C, Sackesen C, Schmid‐Grendelmeier P, Serra‐Baldrich E, Siemens K, Smith C, Staubach P, Stevanovic K, Su‐Kücük Ö, Sussman G, Tavecchio S, Teovska Mitrevska N, Thaci D, Toubi E, Traidl‐Hoffmann C, Treudler R, Vadasz Z, van Hofman I, Ventura MT, Wang Z, Werfel T, Wollenberg A, Yang A, Weng Yew Y, Zhao Z, Zwiener R, Worm M. A concept for integrated care pathways for atopic dermatitis-A GA 2 LEN ADCARE initiative. Clin Transl Allergy 2023; 13:e12299. [PMID: 37746794 PMCID: PMC10500634 DOI: 10.1002/clt2.12299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The integrated care pathways for atopic dermatitis (AD-ICPs) aim to bridge the gap between existing AD treatment evidence-based guidelines and expert opinion based on daily practice by offering a structured multidisciplinary plan for patient management of AD. ICPs have the potential to enhance guideline recommendations by combining interventions and aspects from different guidelines, integrating quality assurance, and describing co-ordination of care. Most importantly, patients can enter the ICPs at any level depending on AD severity, resources available in their country, and economic factors such as differences in insurance reimbursement systems. METHODS The GA2 LEN ADCARE network and partners as well as all stakeholders, abbreviated as the AD-ICPs working group, were involved in the discussion and preparation of the AD ICPs during a series of subgroup workshops and meetings in years 2020 and 2021, after which the document was circulated within all GAL2 EN ADCARE centres. RESULTS The AD-ICPs outline the diagnostic procedures, possible co-morbidities, different available treatment options including differential approaches for the pediatric population, and the role of the pharmacists and other stakeholders, as well as remaining unmet needs in the management of AD. CONCLUSION The AD-ICPs provide a multidisciplinary plan for improved diagnosis, treatment, and patient feedback in AD management, as well as addressing critical unmet needs, including improved access to care, training specialists, implementation of educational programs, assessment on the impact of climate change, and fostering a personalised treatment approach. By focusing on these key areas, the initiative aims to pave the way for a brighter future in the management of AD.
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Thøgersen-Ntoumani C, Kritz M, Grunseit A, Chau J, Ahmadi M, Holtermann A, Koster A, Tudor-Locke C, Johnson N, Sherrington C, Paudel S, Maher C, Stamatakis E. Barriers and enablers of vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity (VILPA) in physically inactive adults: a focus group study. Int J Behav Nutr Phys Act 2023; 20:78. [PMID: 37403160 DOI: 10.1186/s12966-023-01480-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2023] [Indexed: 07/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity (VILPA) refers to brief bouts of vigorous intensity physical activity performed as part of daily living. VILPA has been proposed as a novel concept to expand physical activity options among the least active. As a nascent area of research, factors which impede or encourage VILPA in physically inactive adults are yet to be explored. Such information is pertinent in the design of future interventions. We examined the barriers and enablers of VILPA among physically inactive adults using the Capability, Opportunity, Motivation, Behavior (COM-B) model as a conceptual framework. METHODS We recruited a sample of self-identified physically inactive middle-aged and older adults (N = 78) based in Australia to take part in 19 online focus groups across three age groups: young-middle (age 35-44), middle (age 45-59) and old (age 60-76). We analyzed interviews using a critical realist approach to thematic analysis. Identified barriers and enablers were subsequently mapped onto the COM-B model components. RESULTS The data generated 6 barriers and 10 enablers of VILPA that corresponded to COM-B concepts. Barriers included physical limitations (physical capability), perceptions of aging, need for knowledge (psychological capability), environmental constraints (physical opportunity), perceptions of effort and energy, and fear (automatic motivation). Enablers included convenience, reframing physical activity as purposeful movement, use of prompts and reminders (physical opportunity), normalization of taking the active option, gamification (social opportunity), sense of achievement, health improvements, personally salient rewards (reflective motivation), identity fit, and changing from effortful deliberation to habitual action (automatic motivation). CONCLUSION The barriers and enablers of VILPA span capability, opportunity, and motivation beliefs. Promoting the time-efficient nature and simplicity of VILPA requiring no equipment or special gym sessions, the use of prompts and reminders at opportune times, and habit formation strategies could capitalize on the enablers. Addressing the suitability of the small bouts, the development of specific guidelines, addressing safety concerns, and explicating the potential benefits of, and opportunities to do, VILPA could ameliorate some of the barriers identified. Future VILPA interventions may require limited age customization, speaking to the potential for such interventions to be delivered at scale.
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- C Thøgersen-Ntoumani
- Danish Center for Motivation and Behavior Science (DRIVEN), Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark.
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- Curtin School of Population Health, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Department of Health Sciences, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Mackenzie Wearables Research Hub, Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- School for Public Health and Primary Care, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- College of Health and Human Services, University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, USA
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Allied Health and Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, Australia
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- Mackenzie Wearables Research Hub, Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
- School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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Pudasaini P, Paudel S, Sagar GC, Adhikari S, Thapa N, Thapa B. Extensive acute cutaneous graft versus host disease: A rare case report of survival. Clin Case Rep 2023; 11:e7545. [PMID: 37323259 PMCID: PMC10264954 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.7545] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023] Open
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Graft versus host disease (GVHD) is an immunologically mediated condition seen in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) recipients. Because of the rarity of the disease, nonspecific presentation, and lack of clinicopathological correlation, its diagnosis is often delayed and prompt treatment is deferred, with increased mortality.
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- Department of DermatologyCivil Service HospitalKathmanduNepal
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- Department of DermatologyCivil Service HospitalKathmanduNepal
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- Nepal Medical College Teaching HospitalKathmanduNepal
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- Department of Emergency and Inpatient CareNepal National HospitalKathmanduNepal
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Pudasaini P, GC S, Paudel S. Intracellular amastigotes in fine-needle aspiration cytology of cutaneous leishmaniasis. Clin Case Rep 2023; 11:e7377. [PMID: 37229398 PMCID: PMC10202821 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.7377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/03/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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We report a case of 45-year-old farmer who presented with solitary crateriform non healing ulcer with crust over left dorsal hand. FNAC of lesion showed intracellular round to oval amastigotes within macrophage on giemsa stain. This simple diagnostic method could be utilized as a diagnostic tool in resource poor setting.
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- Civil Service HospitalKathmanduNepal
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Paudel S, Parajuli N, Shrestha S, Hirachan S. Translation, Cultural Adaptation and Validation of Cardiff Acne Disability Index in Nepali Language. J Nepal Health Res Counc 2023; 20:672-676. [PMID: 36974855 DOI: 10.33314/jnhrc.v20i3.4070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2022] [Accepted: 03/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND Acne causes significant impairment in the quality of life of patients, but clinicians in Nepal lack a simple validated tool to measure the psychological side of acne. We planned to translate and validate Cardiff Acne Disability Index, a five item questionnaire into Nepali language to address this need. METHODS A linguistic translation with semantic equivalence to the original English language Cardiff Acne Disability Index was achieved through standard forward and backward translation into Nepali language. All eligible patients were requested to fill the Nepali translated version of both Cardiff Acne Disability Index and Dermatology Life Quality Index questionnaires. Reliability and validity of the newly translated questionnaire were established, based on statistical analyses of factor structure, item correlations and concurrent correlations. RESULTS This validity study included 94 patients with male: female ratio of 1:3.27 and mean age 21.29 (±3.92) years. Reliability analysis revealed a Cronbach's alpha of .72 and mean inter item correlation coefficient of .337. A single factor was extracted on Principal Component Analysis explaining 48.40% of variance. A strong correlation of Cardiff Acne Disability Index scores to the Dermatology Life quality Index score (rs>.7) indicated good concurrent validity. CONCLUSIONS The newly translated Nepali Cardiff Acne Disability Index is a valid tool to measure the impact of acne in Nepalese patients. This short and simple assessment tool will help clinicians understand the patient's perspective of her acne.
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Adhikari G, Regmi PR, Paudel S, Lamichhane B, Kayastha P, Maharjan S, Amatya I. Comparison of the Mean Cross-sectional Area of the Median Nerve between Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Women Using Ultrasonography in a Tertiary Level Hospital, Nepal. Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ) 2023; 21:69-73. [PMID: 37800429] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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Background The median nerve is subjected to compression in the carpal tunnel giving rise to a constellation of symptoms known as carpal tunnel syndrome. It is the most frequent form of peripheral entrapment neuropathies and is most prevalent in the middle age females. The most common cause of this syndrome is idiopathic. One of the known secondary causes is pregnancy. Objective To compare the mean cross sectional area of median nerve using ultrasound in pregnant and non-pregnant females at carpal tunnel inlet and its variations with different trimesters. Method The study was conducted during a period of one year (October 2014 to September 2015). A total of 204 participants were evaluated among which 102 were nonpregnant and 102 were pregnant. Among the 102 pregnant participants, 34 females each were in the first, second, and third trimesters. A convenience sampling technique was used for the selection of the participants. The mean cross-sectional area of the median nerve was calculated in both of these groups in both hands by using the direct method. The mean cross-sectional area of non-pregnant female was used as the reference value to which that of pregnant female were compared. Data obtained were compiled and analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences Version 16. Result The overall mean cross-sectional area of the median nerve in non-pregnant females was 6.76 ± 1.05 mm2 and in pregnant females was 6.84 ± 1.09 mm. No statistically significant difference was noted in the mean cross-sectional area of the median nerve in either hand in both pregnant and non-pregnant females. No statistically significant difference was noted in the overall mean cross-sectional area between the non-pregnant and pregnant females. There was no significant difference in the mean cross-sectional area within the different trimesters in both hands on intergroup comparisons. Conclusion Ultrasound examination of the median nerve and measurement of its crosssectional area is a useful diagnostic tool in the evaluation of carpal tunnel syndrome. Ultrasound has the advantage of easy availability, low cost, quick scan time, able to scan a long segment of nerve and examine the structures in both static and dynamic states. Besides, it also helps in the identification of various anatomic variants and pathologies within or adjacent to carpal tunnel.
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- G Adhikari
- Grande International Hospital, Dhapasi, Tokha, Kathmandu
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- Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital (TUTH), Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Grande International Hospital, Dhapasi, Tokha, Kathmandu
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- Nepal Health Research Council, Ramshah Path, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Pant YR, Paudel S, Lakhey RB, Pokharel RK. Nerve Root Sedimentation Sign among Lumbar Canal Stenosis Patients Visiting the Department of Orthopaedics in a Tertiary Care Centre: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc 2022; 60:1030-1032. [PMID: 36705116 PMCID: PMC9795134 DOI: 10.31729/jnma.7540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Introduction Lumbar canal stenosis is a common cause of back pain and neurogenic claudication in the elderly population. Nerve root sedimentation sign-on Magnetic resonance imaging is a novel sign proposed for the diagnosis of lumbar canal stenosis. There is limited research so far. So, the aim of this study was to find out the prevalence of nerve root sedimentation signs in lumbar canal stenosis among patients visiting the Department of Orthopaedics in a tertiary care centre. Methods This was a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted from 1 January 2020 to 31 July 2021 in the tertiary care centre, after receiving ethical approval from the Institutional ethical review board (Reference number: 299/(6-11)076/077). The anteroposterior diameter of the dural sac at the most stenotic level and nerve root sedimentation sign in magnetic resonance images were measured in patients with lumbar canal stenosis. Point estimate and 95% Confidence Interval were calculated. Results Among 40 patients enrolled, 34 (85%) (84.01-85.99, 95% Confidence Interval) patients had positive nerve root sedimentation sign. Out of 34 (85%) cases with positive sedimentation signs, 32 (94.12%) had severe lumbar stenosis and the remaining 2 (5.88%) had moderate lumbar stenosis. Conclusions The prevalence of nerve root sedimentation signs is similar to the similar studies done in similar settings. Nerve root sedimentation signs on magnetic resonance imaging can be used as an objective sign for the diagnosis of severe lumbar canal stenosis. Keywords magnetic resonance imaging; prevalence; spinal stenosis.
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- Yugesh Raj Pant
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal,Correspondence: Dr Sushil Paudel, Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal. , Phone: +977-9849235050
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Paudel S, Acharya Poudel I, Upadhyay P, Kumar Shah M, Pokharel S, Sharma R. Quality of life in Nepalese Patients with Melasma: An Observational Cross-Sectional Study at a Tertiary Center. J Nepal Health Res Counc 2022; 20:316-320. [PMID: 36550706 DOI: 10.33314/jnhrc.v20i02.3875] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2021] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Melasma is an acquired pigmentation disorder of the sun exposed parts of the body, particularly face. It is a significant cosmetic concern for the young adults, which is the most frequently affected age-group. Finding the level of impairment in quality of life in melasma patients and correlating with the severity. METHODS All consenting patients with melasma visiting our out-patient from December 2020 to June 2021 were enrolled. Clinical evaluation was done by the same single reviewer in all cases using modified Melasma Area and Severity Index. Dermatology Life Quality Index (Nepali version) was asked to complete to the patient. Data were collected and analyzed. Frequency and mean were calculated for all variables, comparison of means by Mann-Whitney U test and correlation analyses by Spearman's correlation test were performed. RESULTS Females were 82.5%(99) of total cases. Among these 70.8%(85) were married, 68.3%(82) had family history of melasma and 65%(78) had centro-facial phenotype. Mean Dermatology Life Quality Index score was 10.25±0.54. Mean score of females was higher than that of males. The daily activities sub-domain was the worst affected with 50.67% of impairment. Females suffered significantly more than males in symptom and feeling sub-domain. Modified Melasma Area and Severity Index was significantly higher in males (7.12±.56 Vs. 5.66±.28). The severity and duration of melasma did not correlate to the quality of life. CONCLUSIONS Melasma had a moderately negative impact in the quality of life of the patients. Females suffered more due to melasma. The clinical severity of melasma did not correlate with the quality of life impairment. Thus, psychological assessment to all the melasma patients seem to be an important aspect of management.
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- Sushil Paudel
- Department of Dermatology, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Dermatology, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Dermatology, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Dermatology, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Paudel S, Parajuli N, Sharma R, Parajuli S. Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria: Clinical Profile, Autologous Serum Skin Test Positivity and Associated Impairment in Quality of Life in Nepalese Patients. Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ) 2022; 20:448-451. [PMID: 37795722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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Background Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria is considered to be an autoimmune phenomenon in half of the total cases. Autologous serum skin test is a simple screening test for the presence of auto-antibodies in chronic urticaria. Significant impairment in quality of life have been observed in autologous serum skin test positive cases. There are limited literatures on chronic spontaneous urticaria, autologous serum skin test and associated Dermatology Life Quality Index in Nepal till date. Objective To find the proportion of autologous serum skin test positive cases in chronic urticaria and impairment in quality of life in such patients. Method This was a retrospective review of outpatient records of patients diagnosed with chronic spontaneous urticaria, from January 2018 to December 2019, from a tertiary care hospital in Kathmandu, Nepal. Details of the patients, autologous serum skin test and dermatology life quality index scores were analyzed and presented. Result Among the total 114 cases positive autologous serum skin test was seen in 48.2% of cases. The mean total Dermatology Life Quality Index score was 8.06±6.64. A significantly higher quality of life impairment was observed in in patients with positive autologous serum skin test as compared to the negative ones. The odds of finding a positive autologous serum skin test in patients with angioedema was 2.1, however the difference was not statistically significant. Conclusion Chronic spontaneous urticaria was more common in females as compared to males. A positive autologous serum skin test was present in half of the patients which was in turn associated with a greater impairment of quality of life.
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- S Paudel
- Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Pudasaini P, Paudel S, Adhikari S, Kafle M. DermatoFibroSarcoma Protuberans: A case report of a complete cure. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e6218. [PMID: 35957797 PMCID: PMC9364325 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.6218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 07/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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DermatoFibroSarcoma Protuberans (DFSP) is a rare recurrent fibrohistiocytic tumor. Given the limitation of available diagnostic modalities in a resource poor setting, diagnosis can be confusing. As most of the tumors recur with time, our case of complete cure was interesting phenomenon observed in our case.
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Zuberbier T, Dörr T, Aberer W, Alvaro M, Angier E, Arasi S, Arshad H, Ballmer‐Weber B, Bartra J, Beck L, Bégin P, Bindslev‐Jensen C, Bislimovska J, Bousquet J, Brockow K, Bush A, Cianferoni A, Cork MJ, Custovic A, Darsow U, Jong N, Deleanu D, Del Giacco S, Deschildre A, Dunn Galvin A, Ebisawa M, Fernández‐Rivas M, Ferrer M, Fiocchi A, Gerth van Wijk R, Gotua M, Grimshaw K, Grünhagen J, Heffler E, Hide M, Hoffmann‐Sommergruber K, Incorvaia C, Janson C, Malte John S, Jones C, Jutel M, Katoh N, Kendziora B, Kinaciyan T, Knol E, Kurbacheva O, Lau S, Loh R, Lombardi C, Mäkelä M, Marchisotto MJ, Makris M, Maurer M, Meyer R, Mijakoski D, Minov J, Mullol J, Nilsson C, Nowak–Wegrzyn A, Nwaru BI, Odemyr M, Pajno GB, Paudel S, Papadopoulos NG, Renz H, Ricci G, Ring J, Rogala B, Sampson H, Senna G, Sitkauskiene B, Smith PK, Stevanovic K, Stoleski S, Szajewska H, Tanaka A, Todo‐Bom A, Topal FA, Valovirta E, Van Ree R, Venter C, Wöhrl S, Wong GW, Zhao Z, Worm M. Proposal of 0.5 mg of protein/100 g of processed food as threshold for voluntary declaration of food allergen traces in processed food-A first step in an initiative to better inform patients and avoid fatal allergic reactions: A GA²LEN position paper. Allergy 2022; 77:1736-1750. [PMID: 34741557 DOI: 10.1111/all.15167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Revised: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Food anaphylaxis is commonly elicited by unintentional ingestion of foods containing the allergen above the tolerance threshold level of the individual. While labeling the 14 main allergens used as ingredients in food products is mandatory in the EU, there is no legal definition of declaring potential contaminants. Precautionary allergen labeling such as "may contain traces of" is often used. However, this is unsatisfactory for consumers as they get no information if the contamination is below their personal threshold. In discussions with the food industry and technologists, it was suggested to use a voluntary declaration indicating that all declared contaminants are below a threshold of 0.5 mg protein per 100 g of food. This concentration is known to be below the threshold of most patients, and it can be technically guaranteed in most food production. However, it was also important to assess that in case of accidental ingestion of contaminants below this threshold by highly allergic patients, no fatal anaphylactic reaction could occur. Therefore, we performed a systematic review to assess whether a fatal reaction to 5mg of protein or less has been reported, assuming that a maximum portion size of 1kg of a processed food exceeds any meal and thus gives a sufficient safety margin. METHODS MEDLINE and EMBASE were searched until 24 January 2021 for provocation studies and case reports in which one of the 14 major food allergens was reported to elicit fatal or life-threatening anaphylactic reactions and assessed if these occurred below the ingestion of 5mg of protein. A Delphi process was performed to obtain an expert consensus on the results. RESULTS In the 210 studies included, in our search, no reports of fatal anaphylactic reactions reported below 5 mg protein ingested were identified. However, in provocation studies and case reports, severe reactions below 5 mg were reported for the following allergens: eggs, fish, lupin, milk, nuts, peanuts, soy, and sesame seeds. CONCLUSION Based on the literature studied for this review, it can be stated that cross-contamination of the 14 major food allergens below 0.5 mg/100 g is likely not to endanger most food allergic patients when a standard portion of food is consumed. We propose to use the statement "this product contains the named allergens in the list of ingredients, it may contain traces of other contaminations (to be named, e.g. nut) at concentrations less than 0.5 mg per 100 g of this product" for a voluntary declaration on processed food packages. This level of avoidance of cross-contaminations can be achieved technically for most processed foods, and the statement would be a clear and helpful message to the consumers. However, it is clearly acknowledged that a voluntary declaration is only a first step to a legally binding solution. For this, further research on threshold levels is encouraged.
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Lamichhane TR, Pant SP, Lamichhane B, Paudel S, Yadav BK, Lamichhane HP. Evaluation of Thyroid Hormones-Thyrotropin Interrelationships in Thyroid Dysfunction States from Population-Based Data Analysis with a Logistic Model. Biophysics (Nagoya-shi) 2022. [DOI: 10.1134/s0006350922020130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Sharma M, Paudel S, Shrestha U, Sitaula B. Knowledge of Intravenous Cannulation among Interns of a Teaching Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study. JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc 2022; 60:290-293. [PMID: 35633263 PMCID: PMC9226746 DOI: 10.31729/jnma.7222] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Introduction: Health care professionals are expected to have a basic understanding of all procedures performed on the patient. Their knowledge has direct implications on patients’ morbidity. Interns perform intravenous cannulation during their clinical rotation, their awareness about the procedure are unknown. The aim of this study was to find the knowledge of intravenous cannulation among the interns of the teaching hospital.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in a teaching hospital from November 2020 to October 2021 after clearance from the Institutional Review Committee (Reference number: 2611202002). A total of 151 interns were taken using the convenience sampling method. We prepared a structured questionnaire. This was distributed among interns who had completed 6 months of internship. Data entry and analysis was done using Microsoft Excel. Point estimate at 95% Confidence Interval was calculated along with frequency and proportion for binary data.
Results: Out of 151 interns, 84 (55.62%) (47.70-63.54 at 95% Confidence Interval) had knowledge about intravenous cannulation. Most of the interns 117 (77.48%) had knowledge about the appropriate place for cannulation. Awareness about serious complications of cannulation was poor; 106 (70.19%) had never heard of these terms. Handwashing was implied as important by 70 (46.36%).
Conclusions: The knowledge about intravenous cannulation among interns of teaching hospitals was poor compared to the similar study done in a similar setting.
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- Mona Sharma
- Department of Anesthesiology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamagal, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Correspondence: Dr Mona Sharma, Department of Anesthesiology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamangal, Kathmandu, Nepal. , Phone: +977-9843580393
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamagal, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Kathmandu Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Sinamagal, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Pokharel RK, Paudel S, Lakhey RB. Iliac Crest Bone Graft Harvesting: Modified Technique for Reduction of Complications. JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc 2022; 60:325-328. [PMID: 35633266 PMCID: PMC9226733 DOI: 10.31729/jnma.7086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 03/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Bone graft harvesting is one of the common procedures in orthopaedics surgery, and iliac crest is the gold standard donor site for autologous bone graft. There are a number of complications related with harvesting iliac crest bone graft, "donor site pain" is the commonest one. We modified the conventional surgical technique for autogenous iliac crest bone graft on patients who underwent anterior cervical decompression/ corpectomy and fusion surgeries. Among 23 patients, 18 didn't complain more pain at the donor site compared to the neck pain on the first postoperative day and the wound on the iliac crest did not affect their mobilisation. Mean Visual Analog Score was 2.62±1.80, 1.83±1.41, and 1.10±1.20 at the time of suture removal (14 days), at six weeks and three months respectively. At one year of follow-up, no patient complained of donor site pain. Our surgical modification has encouraging results and thus can be advocated for bone graft.
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- Rohit Kumar Pokharel
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
- Correspondence: Dr Rohit Kumar Pokharel, Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal. , Phone: +977-9851076024
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Campbell E, Alfaro-Shigueto J, Aliaga-Rossel E, Beasley I, Briceño Y, Caballero S, da Silva VMF, Gilleman C, Gravena W, Hines E, Shahnawaz Khan M, Khan U, Kreb D, Mangel JC, Marmontel M, Mei Z, Mintzer VJ, Mosquera-Guerra F, Oliveira-da_Costa MO, Paschoalini Frias M, Paudel S, Sinha RK, Smith BD, Turvey ST, Utreras V, Van Damme PA, Wang D, Sayuri Whitty T, Thurstan RH, Godley BJ. Challenges and priorities for river cetacean conservation. ENDANGER SPECIES RES 2022. [DOI: 10.3354/esr01201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Shrestha S, Lakhey RB, Paudel S, Kafle D, Pokharel R. Correlation of Pelvic Parameters with Isthmic Spondylolisthesis. Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ) 2021; 19:420-423. [PMID: 36259182] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Background Spondylolisthesis is one of the major causes of low back pain. The anterior shift of the vertebra is mostly at L4 and L5 levels. Several types have been described, most common being the isthmic type. Pelvic parameters are said to be associated with development and progression of listhesis, and should be evaluated while treating it. Objective To study the correlation of Pelvic parameters with isthmic spondylolisthesis. Method It was a cross sectional case control study. In 68 cases with Isthmic Spondylolisthesis and of 34 cases with low back pain without listhesis (control), the spinopelvic parameters like lumbar lordosis, pelvic incidence, pelvic tilt and sacral slopes were measured together with degree of slip with lateral radiographs. Findings were analyzed and compared with control group. Result In control group, the pelvic incidence was 50.44±4.78o , the sacral slope was 34.38±6.79o , the pelvic tilt was 15.97±5.31o , and the lumbar lordosis was 46.76±6.78o . In Isthmic Spondylolisthesis group, the pelvic incidence was 60.85±6.79o , the sacral slope was 40.40±6.91o , the pelvic tilt was 20.63±7.51o , and the lumbar lordosis was 57.31±7.11o . The difference in spinopelvic parameters amongst control and Isthmic Spondylolisthesis group was statistically significant (p < 0.001). The degree of slip was directly proportional to the pelvic incidence angle (grade I=52o , II =62o and III 72.5o ). Conclusion Spino-pelvic parameters are higher in isthmic spondylolisthesis group and is significantly associated with severity of the slip.
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- S Shrestha
- Department of Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Basnet B, Suwal S, Chataut D, Lohani B, Paudel S. Real Time Trans-Rectal Elastography of Prostate Correlation with Histopathology in a Suspected Case of Prostate Cancer. Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ) 2021; 19:330-333. [PMID: 36254419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Background Early detection of prostate cancer, the second most common cancer in men worldwide, is the key for its successful treatment. Commonly used clinical criteria and imaging tools for detection of prostate cancer are less sensitive. Objective This study was aimed to find role of real time transrectal elastography of prostate for detection of prostate cancer. Method Study was conducted in 66 patients with clinical suspicion of prostate cancer, who were sent for ultrasound guided prostate biopsy. Transrectal ultrasound with real time elastography was performed in all the patients prior to the biopsy and looked for hard areas within the prostate. Then six-core tru-cut biopsy were taken in six zones of prostate, including the hard areas detected in the elastography. The histopathology report were correlated with the elastography findings. Result Median prostate specific antigen of the patients was 11.5 ng/ml with interquartile range of 8 to 23.5 ng/ml. Digital rectal examination showed hard nodular findings in 35 patients. Transrectal ultrasound showed 81 hypoechoic lesions in 31 patients. Elastography showed 127 hard areas in 31 patients. Histopathology showed 90 positive biopsy cores in 23 patients. Cancer detection rate of elastography was 82.6%. At 95% confidence interval, patients with elastography detected hard lesions had 19.4 times more likelihood to have prostate cancer. Sensitivity of elastography was high as compared to digital rectal examination and transrectal ultrasound alone. Conclusion Transrectal elastography had high sensitivity over clinical tools and transrectal ultrasonography for detection of prostate cancer.
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- B Basnet
- Department of Radiology, Nepal Mediciti Hospital, Lalitpur, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Prasad R, Pokhrel NB, Paudel S, Kafle D, Pokharel RK. Extremely Rare Primary Spinal Epidural Indolent Mantle Cell Lymphoma: A Case Report With Literature Review. Cureus 2021; 13:e14762. [PMID: 34094727 PMCID: PMC8164659 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.14762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Lymphomas are malignant tumors arising from lymphoid tissues and can spread to other organs. Primary extra-nodal locations such as the spinal epidural space are less common. Primary spinal epidural lymphoma (PSEL), which can be either Hodgkin’s or non-Hodgkin’s type, is rare. There are different cell types of Non-Hodgkin’s PSEL, among which mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is extremely rare. MCL can have an aggressive or indolent course. Indolent MCL in the epidural space is not yet reported. We report a case of 20-year-old male who presented with radiating low back pain for six weeks followed by a progressive neurological deficit in both lower limbs for nine days. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed spinal epidural tumor extending from L2 to L3. Decompression and subtotal excision biopsy were performed. Histopathology and immunohistochemistry identified indolent MCL. His neurological status improved to normal postoperatively, and he was referred to an oncologist. He is under observation and planned for radiotherapy. At one-year follow-up, he is asymptomatic and doing his regular job abroad.
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- Rohit Prasad
- Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, NPL
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- Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, NPL
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- Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, NPL
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- Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, NPL
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- Orthopaedics, Tribhuvan University Institute of Medicine, Kathmandu, NPL
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Paudel S, Parajuli N, Dahal SC, Paudel S. Improper Use of Topical Corticosteroids in Tinea Infections in a Tertiary Care Hospital. J Nepal Health Res Counc 2021; 19:71-75. [PMID: 33934136 DOI: 10.33314/jnhrc.v19i1.3105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 04/23/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Steroid-modified tinea, also known as tinea incognito, is an infection by the dermatophytes, where the clinical morphology is modified due to corticosteroids, either systemic or topical. Rampant use of topical corticosteroids has led to increasing recurrence in tinea infections. METHODS All consenting cases of tinea presenting to outpatient department of dermatology department of Civil Service Hospital from March to August 2020 for a total of 6 months were included in this study. Tinea infection involving only the palms, soles, nails or scalp were excluded. RESULTS A total of 200 patients were included in this study. Among these, 175 patients (87.5%) were using topical corticosteroids. A significant association was noted between dermatophyte infection of more than one month and topical corticosteroids use (p<0.05). This study revealed that males were using super-potent topical corticosteroids more as compared to females (p<0.05). Moreover, no association was noted between the level of education attained and the use of topical corticosteroids (p=0.91). Only 25 (12%) patients were either using correct or no topical medications during the time of consultation with the dermatologist. Among the patients using topical corticosteroids, 155 (88.6%) patients were using them on recommendation of the local pharmacist and only 2 (1.2%) patients were prescribed by a physician. CONCLUSIONS In short, use of topical steroids was rampant among patients with tinea whilst 77.5% patients procured steroid topicals over-the-counter. Hence, a tougher law and strict regulatory guidelines deemed necessary to curb the unauthorized and rampant sale of these medicines.
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- Sushil Paudel
- Department of Dermatology, Civil Service Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Dermatology and venereology, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- School of Public Health, Patan Academy of Health Sciences, Lalitpur, Nepal
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Paudel S. Scope and challenges of one health approach in Nepal. Int J Infect Dis 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2020.09.1046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Pokhrel NB, Prasad R, Paudel S, Kafle D, Pokharel RK. Primary spinal epidural non-Hodgkin's diffuse large B-cell lymphoma: A case report. Clin Case Rep 2020; 8:2276-2280. [PMID: 33235776 PMCID: PMC7669400 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.3122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Revised: 05/26/2020] [Accepted: 06/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Rare disease like primary spinal epidural diffuse large B-cell lymphoma should be considered as a differential diagnosis in patients presenting with back pain and rapid neurological deterioration in the lower extremities.
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- Nishan Babu Pokhrel
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryTribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmanduNepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryTribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmanduNepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryTribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmanduNepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryTribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmanduNepal
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma SurgeryTribhuvan University Institute of MedicineKathmanduNepal
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Upadhyaya RP, Ansari MA, Jha A, Kayastha P, Paudel S. Sonographic Quantification of Ovarian Volume in Adults Attending General Health Checkup and General Out Patient Department in Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. Kathmandu Univ Med J (KUMJ) 2020; 18:275-278. [PMID: 34158436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Background Ultrasonography is the easily available, cheap and reliable method for evaluation of ovaries. Ovarian volume is the major factor in the diagnosis of various ovarian pathologies and confusing discrepancies are found in the literature. Objective To determine the ovarian volume among individuals attending outpatient department in tertiary level hospital. Method Descriptive cross sectional study design was used; 305 patients of 16-60 years attending general outpatient department in the Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal were included. Ovarian volume was calculated by using transabdominal ultrasonography. Data was collected in the predesigned proforma and analyzed using statistical package for the social sciences software. Result The study showed mean total ovarian volume 5.95 ± 2.44 cc (centimeter cube) with mean right ovarian volume 5.94 ± 2.70 cc and mean left ovarian volume 6.05 ± 2.79 cc. Significant decrease in ovarian volume with age was observed. Height and weight did not show significant correlation with ovarian volumes and no significant variation seen in the volumes of right and left ovaries. Periovulatory ovaries show significantly higher volumes on right side than luteal phase. Similarly, significantly higher volume of left ovary seen in mixed ethnic group than mongoloid group. Conclusion Measurement of ovarian volume is important for evaluation and management of ovarian disorders. Ultrasonography which is readily available, simple and cost effective is better suited for our environment than other imaging modality. Values of ovarian volume from this study may provide a baseline of normal ovarian volume in our community.
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- R P Upadhyaya
- Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Rijal B, Pokharel RK, Paudel S, Shah LL. Torg’s ratio in normal adult nepalese population. J Soc Surg Nepal 2017. [DOI: 10.3126/jssn.v18i1.17207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Introduction: Acute cervical trauma occasionally leads to cervical canal stenosis in some individuals in spite of minor trauma. The spinal canal-to-vertebral body ratio (Torg-Pavlov ratio) has been proposed for assessing developmental spinal canal stenosis. It is not affected by magnification, and is measured on lateral plain films of cervical vertebrae. The result of this study may help in better understanding of the Torg’s ratio, which is more reliable than direct measuring of the mid-sagittal diameter of the cervical spinal canal in the diagnosis of cervical spinal stenosis or predicting the prognosis of cervical spinal cord injury. If Torg’s ratio is below normal there is risk of cervical cord injury whereas relatively safe in large Torg’s ratio. Torg’s ratio can be accessed even in rural areas where x-rays are easily available and more economical than MRI and CT scan. It can assess the risk of cord injury during sports and outdoor activities and help individuals’ choose safe carrier in sports or others activities.Methods: In order to ascertain the normal values of the Torg’s ratio in adults Nepalese, hundred sets of cervical vertebral columns of hundred adult Nepalese population of age group 20-40 years were examined. Consecutive patients presenting with history of neck pain with normal x-ray findings or history of trauma without cervical spine injury from Orthopaedic OPD (out patients department) and emergency department of Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu from March 2011 to August 2012 were included in the study.Results: There were 48 males and 52 females with age ranging from 20 yrs to 40 yrs with the mean of 30.34±5.36 years. The normal average canal/body ratio of the cervical spine is 0.99 +/- 0.09 in male and 1.01 +/- 0.07 in female. It was observed that the ratio of the antero-posterior diameters of cervical spinal canal and vertebral bodies showed sexual dimorphism.Conclusion: The Torg’s ratio is the same irrespective of gender and height. The result of this study will help in better understanding of the Torg’s ratio, which is more reliable than direct measuring of the mid-sagittal diameter of the cervical spinal canal in the diagnosis of cervical spinal stenosis or predicting the prognosis of cervical spinal cord injury.JSSN 2015; 18 (1), Page: 5-9
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KC KM, Vaishya R, Paudel S. Idiopathic Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy
(Pachydermoperiostitis); A Syndromic Disease of Periostitis, Synovitis, Clubbing and Skin Furrowing. Electron J Gen Med 2016. [DOI: 10.15197/ejgm.01441] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Paudel S, Pal P, Cove MV, Jnawali SR, Abel G, Koprowski JL, Ranabhat R. The Endangered Ganges River dolphin Platanista gangetica gangetica in Nepal: abundance, habitat and conservation threats. ENDANGER SPECIES RES 2015. [DOI: 10.3354/esr00702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Karanika S, Zervou FN, Zacharioudakis IM, Paudel S, Mylonakis E. Risk factors for meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus colonization in dialysis patients: a meta-analysis. J Hosp Infect 2015; 91:257-63. [PMID: 26428959 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhin.2015.07.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2015] [Accepted: 07/20/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patients on dialysis are particularly vulnerable to meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections and MRSA colonization is associated with increased risk for severe infections in this population. AIM Determination of risk factors for MRSA colonization among dialysis patients. METHODS This is a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies reporting risk factors of MRSA colonization. We performed a PubMed and EMBASE literature search to identify all studies on risk factors for MRSA colonization among patients undergoing dialysis treatment. Previous hospitalization, type of dialysis access, comorbid conditions, dialysis vintage, gender, length of time on dialysis, and previous antibiotic use were extracted and assessed for possible association with MRSA colonization in this population. FINDINGS Ten out of 8252 articles, presenting data on 2364 dialysis patients, were included. We found that hospitalization within the previous 12 months [odds ratio (OR): 1.93; 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.04-3.58] and the use of temporary dialysis access (relative risk: 1.66; 95% CI: 1.06-2.60) were associated with a significantly higher risk of MRSA colonization. MRSA carriage was associated with lower serum albumin levels compared to non-carriage (OR: 0.8; 95% CI: 0.68-0.95) and was higher among patients with chronic lung disease (OR: 2.16; 95% CI: 1.04-4.51). There were no data on patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis. CONCLUSION Active surveillance approaches, including potential decolonization strategies, are suggested to focus on these subgroups of haemodialysis patients with hospitalization within the previous year, temporary dialysis access, lower serum albumin levels, and chronic lung disease comorbidity.
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- S Karanika
- Infectious Diseases Division, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Infectious Diseases Division, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Infectious Diseases Division, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Infectious Diseases Division, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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- Infectious Diseases Division, Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA.
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Paudel S, Park JE, Jang H, Shin HJ. Comparison of serum neutralization and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay on sera from porcine epidemic diarrhea virus vaccinated pigs. Vet Q 2014; 34:218-23. [PMID: 25415042 DOI: 10.1080/01652176.2014.979512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) is an economically important pathogen of swine. OBJECTIVE Serum neutralization (SN) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) test results as well as the utility of spike proteins S1, S2, and S3 and entire nucleocapsid protein were compared. ANIMALS AND METHODS Serum samples from 400 pigs vaccinated against PEDV strain SM98P were collected from 78 farms in Korea. SN test and ELISA were performed to confirm the presence of antibodies. For prokaryotic expression of partial fragments of spike protein the size and location of S1, S2, and S3, and full nucleocapsid protein, polymerase chain reaction was performed using specific primers. RESULTS Comparison of these results demonstrated that there was a correlation between the SN and ELISA results. Sera with higher neutralizing activity also had higher IgG titer. The antibody profiling data presented the correlation of neutralizing activity with the level of spike protein antibody. In particular, the S3 region may have an important role in neutralizing activity. CONCLUSIONS We confirmed that the carboxy-terminal region that includes the endodomain of the S protein induced stronger neutralizing activity than the region that includes the ectodomain. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The region of the S protein may have a stronger neutralizing KPEDV-9 epitope and could be useful for the evaluation of future PEDV vaccine efficacy.
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- S Paudel
- a Laboratory of Infectious Disease, College of Veterinary Medicine , Chungnam National University , Daejeon , South Korea
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Paudel S, Park JE, Jang H, Hyun BH, Yang DG, Shin HJ. Evaluation of antibody response of killed and live vaccines against porcine epidemic diarrhea virus in a field study. Vet Q 2014; 34:194-200. [PMID: 25398090 DOI: 10.1080/01652176.2014.973999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) is an infectious, highly contagious virus, and is an etiological agent of acute entero-pathogenic diarrhea in swine. OBJECTIVES Evaluation of the antibody response of two types of PEDV vaccines is to be carried out. ANIMALS AND METHODS Sows were vaccinated with either live or killed commercial PEDV SM98 (GenBank: GU937797.1) vaccines. Four different groups of sows with five sows in each group were used in this study: the unvaccinated negative control group, the killed virus vaccination group with killed virus boosting (K/K), the live virus vaccinated group with live virus boosting (L/L), and the combination group vaccinated with live virus and subsequently boosted with killed vaccine (L/K). Sows were vaccinated intramuscularly twice at four and two weeks prior to farrowing with 2ml/head vaccine dose. Antibody titers in sow and piglet serum one week after farrowing and that in colostrum were compared by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and serum neutralization test. RESULTS Vaccination with K/K vaccine induced the highest level of IgG and IgA in sow serum, colostrum, and especially in piglet serum, with the lowest levels found in the L/L group. The major neutralizing activity was also found in the K/K group, particularly in colostrum, with piglets bearing higher neutralizing activity compared to sow sera. Among recombinant spike S1, S2, S3, and nucleocapsid N protein of PEDV, S3 protein presented the highest antibody level in the K/K group. CONCLUSION Killed PEDV SM98 vaccine induced higher antibody levels. CLINICAL IMPORTANCE This study clearly confirms that killed vaccine has induced higher antibody levels and may contribute to the design of future research and vaccine programs.
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- S Paudel
- a Laboratory of Infectious Disease, College of Veterinary Medicine , Chungnam National University , Daejeon , Korea
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Shrestha U, Shrestha I, Ghimire RK, Paudel S. Reference Values of Fetal Peak Systolic Velocity in the Middle Cerebral Artery at 19–40 Weeks of Gestation in Nepalese Population. Nepal j obstet gynaecol 2014. [DOI: 10.3126/njog.v8i2.9769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Aims: The purpose of this study was to construct new reference range for fetal middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity (MCA-PSV) in uncomplicated pregnancy at 19-40 weeks of gestation. Methods: This was a prospective cross-sectional study involving 400 singleton pregnancies between 19 and 40 weeks of gestation without any known risk factors of adverse pregnancy outcome who were referred for routine obstetric examination. The protocol included the doppler examination of fetal middle cerebral artery (MCA) within 2 mm after its origin from the internal carotid artery and data were used to construct the normograms and percentile fitted curves of each doppler parameter for different gestational age. Results: Among 400 singleton uncomplicated pregnancies between 19 and 40 weeks of gestation maximum number of pregnancies (10%) was at 19 weeks of gestation and minimum (2.5%) was at 31 weeks. The fetal peak systolic blood flow in the MCA showed significant correlation with period of gestation. Mean MCA-PSV was 22.35 ± 3.05 at 19 weeks of gestation which increased to 67.73 ± 9.92 at 40 weeks. The MCA-PSV showed continuous increment with increasing gestational age.Conclusions: Continuous increment in the peak systolic volume with advancing gestational age was obtained which was consistent with the previous studies done by various authors. The percentile fitted values and normograms will be valuable for the serial measurement of the peak systolic volume of the middle cerebral artery for complicated pregnancies.Nepal Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology / Vol 8 / No. 2 / Issue 16 / July-Dec, 2013 / 42-45 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njog.v8i2.9769
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Chand RB, Shah AK, Pant DK, Paudel S. Common site of urinary calculi in kidney, ureter and bladder region. Nepal Med Coll J 2013; 15:5-7. [PMID: 24592784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Urolithiasis is an ancient disease with global distribution. It refers to stones originating anywhere in the urinary system. Urinary calculi or stones are the most common cause of acute urinary system obstruction. The study was aimed with finding out the common site of urinary calculus in kidney ureter bladder (KUB) region. This was a prospective cross-sectional study conducted from June 2012 to September 2012 at Tribhuvan University, Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj. A total 240 urolitiasis patients were enrolled for plain KUB examination. Site of urinary calculus was identified by observing KUB film of the subjects under the supervision of radiologist. The data were analyzed prospectively with outcome measures of gender & stone location. Out of 240 patients, 138 were male and 102 were female with male to female ratio of 1.35:1. The age ranged from 9 to 83 years. Out of total 240 patients, 71.9% (187) patients belonged to productive age group (20-60 years). Total number of urinary calculi was 345 in which 208 were found in male patients and 137 were found in female patients. Of total 345 calculi, 237 were renal stones, 47 were ureteric stones, 22 of the stones were found in pelviureteric junction (PUJ), 33 of stones were found in vesicoureteric junction (VUJ), and 6 were in bladder. In conclusion, urinary stone disease is a major public health problem in a developing country like Nepal with male and productive age group predominance. Kidney stones are most common. Distal ureter is the most common site of ureteric stone.
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- R B Chand
- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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- Department of Radiology, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
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Subedi N, Paudel S, Rana T, Poudyal AK. Infant and young child feeding practices in Chepang communities. J Nepal Health Res Counc 2012; 10:141-146. [PMID: 23034377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices differ in communities due to difference in knowledge, culture, health service utilization, and other socio-economic factors. The objective of this study was to explore the knowledge and practices of Chepang mothers on ICYF and their correlates. METHODS Cross sectional descriptive study was conducted in Chepang communities of Makawanpur district. Quantitative methodology was used in which 360 mothers of under children under two were randomly selected. Logistic regression analysis of selected child feeding indicators were done to find their association with socio-economic and health related factors. RESULTS Feeding practices of mothers were found better than their knowledge level. About 35% had knowledge about early initiation of breastfeeding. Exclusive breastfeeding and introduction of complementary foods at the age of six months were 81% and 90% respectively. Literate mothers were found initiating breastfeeding early than the illiterate (OR=2.61, 95% CI, 1.59-4.27). Growth monitoring service utilization was found to have significant association with exclusive breastfeeding practices (OR= 2.75; 95% CI, 1.30-5.78). Feeding diverse complementary foods was associated with average monthly family income and duration of food sufficiency. CONCLUSIONS Feeding practices in Chepang community were associated with health and socioeconomic determinants. Some of the feeding practices were found good however, meal frequency for the children 9-23 months of age and feeding diverse foods for children 6-23 months were found lower which needs to be improved through health education programs. Qualitative studies are needed to explore cultural factors.
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- N Subedi
- Nepal Public Health Foundation, Kathmandu, Nepal.
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