Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_287_24
Tamalika Chakraborty, Anitha Munigala, Tejaswi Kala, Rasagnya Yedla, Kiran S. Shankar, Darshana Bennadi, H. D. Tiwari, Panthi Patel
ABSTRACT School-based oral health promotion initiatives are essential for enhancing children’s and teenagers’ oral health outcomes. However, the long-term efficacy of these initiatives is yet unknown. Over the course of a year, 500 children between the ages of 6 and 12 years participated in prospective observational research. Two groups of 250 participants each—the intervention group and the control group—were created. While the control group only got basic oral health information, the intervention group participated in a full program aimed at promoting oral health. Over the course of 2 years, baseline data on the participants’ oral health condition were gathered, and follow-up evaluations were carried out every 6 months. At the 12-month follow-up, the intervention group showed a substantial decrease in dental caries prevalence (15.2% vs. 23.6%, P < 0.001) as compared to the control group. In addition, the intervention group showed better oral hygiene habits than the control group (P < 0.001), such as decreased plaque index and more frequent brushing. In conclusion, school-based initiatives to promote oral health are successful in enhancing children’s and adolescents’ long-term dental health outcomes. These initiatives are essential in lowering the prevalence of dental caries and encouraging good oral hygiene habits. Ensuring the long-term dental health and well-being of future generations requires sustained investment in school-based oral health promotion efforts.
{"title":"Assessment of Oral Health Promotion Programs in Schools and their Long-Term Effects","authors":"Tamalika Chakraborty, Anitha Munigala, Tejaswi Kala, Rasagnya Yedla, Kiran S. Shankar, Darshana Bennadi, H. D. Tiwari, Panthi Patel","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_287_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_287_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 School-based oral health promotion initiatives are essential for enhancing children’s and teenagers’ oral health outcomes. However, the long-term efficacy of these initiatives is yet unknown.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Over the course of a year, 500 children between the ages of 6 and 12 years participated in prospective observational research. Two groups of 250 participants each—the intervention group and the control group—were created. While the control group only got basic oral health information, the intervention group participated in a full program aimed at promoting oral health. Over the course of 2 years, baseline data on the participants’ oral health condition were gathered, and follow-up evaluations were carried out every 6 months.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 At the 12-month follow-up, the intervention group showed a substantial decrease in dental caries prevalence (15.2% vs. 23.6%, P < 0.001) as compared to the control group. In addition, the intervention group showed better oral hygiene habits than the control group (P < 0.001), such as decreased plaque index and more frequent brushing. In conclusion, school-based initiatives to promote oral health are successful in enhancing children’s and adolescents’ long-term dental health outcomes. These initiatives are essential in lowering the prevalence of dental caries and encouraging good oral hygiene habits. Ensuring the long-term dental health and well-being of future generations requires sustained investment in school-based oral health promotion efforts.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 94","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374682","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_189_24
I. Gowdar, Omar A. Al-Mansour, Mohammed A. Alshehri, Abdulrahman M. Alaskar, M. H. Alfahad, Khalid F. Al-Harbi
ABSTRACT Improper handling of biomedical waste causes health hazards. Dental practitioners and students as health care professionals should know about biomedical waste management from its generation to disposal. This will prevent associated risk and cross-infection. To assess the awareness, attitude, and practice of dental students and dental practitioners at Alkharj, Saudi Arabia. Total of 100 dental students from a teaching institute and 100 private dental practitioners participated in the study. A closed-ended questionnaire was used containing 20 questions related to awareness, attitude, and practice of biomedical waste. Participation was voluntary. 98% of dental practitioners and 95% of dental students are aware that biomedical waste causes health hazards. 25% of dental students and 36% of dental practitioners are aware of guidelines laid by the government of Saudi Arabia for BMW. On average, 74% of dental students and 87% of dental practitioners correctly answered practice-related questions. The knowledge ḥof dental practitioners about biomedical waste management in the Alkharj region is good compared to dental students. Dental students must be given training related to handling and management of biomedical waste.
{"title":"Biomedical Waste Management Knowledge among Dental Students and Private Dental Practitioners of Alkharj, Saudi Arabia","authors":"I. Gowdar, Omar A. Al-Mansour, Mohammed A. Alshehri, Abdulrahman M. Alaskar, M. H. Alfahad, Khalid F. Al-Harbi","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_189_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_189_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Improper handling of biomedical waste causes health hazards. Dental practitioners and students as health care professionals should know about biomedical waste management from its generation to disposal. This will prevent associated risk and cross-infection.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 To assess the awareness, attitude, and practice of dental students and dental practitioners at Alkharj, Saudi Arabia.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Total of 100 dental students from a teaching institute and 100 private dental practitioners participated in the study. A closed-ended questionnaire was used containing 20 questions related to awareness, attitude, and practice of biomedical waste. Participation was voluntary.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 98% of dental practitioners and 95% of dental students are aware that biomedical waste causes health hazards. 25% of dental students and 36% of dental practitioners are aware of guidelines laid by the government of Saudi Arabia for BMW. On average, 74% of dental students and 87% of dental practitioners correctly answered practice-related questions.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The knowledge ḥof dental practitioners about biomedical waste management in the Alkharj region is good compared to dental students. Dental students must be given training related to handling and management of biomedical waste.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 10","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374048","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_237_24
J. Sivaram, Himanshu Bothra, Pushpendra Kumar, Mohammed Kinaan Khalid, Supantha Panja, Chapala Shashank, Tharini Satheesh
ABSTRACT While short-term outcomes of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have been extensively studied, there is a need for longstanding assessments to understand the enduring impact of the procedure on patient well-being. A retrospective cohort research to rate the longstanding functional outcomes and quality of life (QoL) in those undergoing primary TKA. Patient-reported outcomes, including SF-36 and EQ-5D scores, were collected at multiple time points postoperatively (1, 5, and 10 years). Objective assessments of functional parameters, i.e., range of motion, gait analysis, and quadriceps strength, were also recorded. Current findings demonstrate significant improvements in functional outcomes post-TKA, with sustained benefits observed over a 10-year period. Range of motion, gait parameters, and quadriceps strength showed consistent enhancements postoperatively. Moreover, QoL measures, as reflected by SF-36 and EQ-5D scores, exhibited substantial improvements following TKA and remained elevated throughout the follow-up period. This research highlights the enduring effectiveness of TKA in improving both functional outcomes and QoL in patients with advanced knee arthritis.
{"title":"Long-term Assessment of Functional Outcomes and Quality of Life in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty","authors":"J. Sivaram, Himanshu Bothra, Pushpendra Kumar, Mohammed Kinaan Khalid, Supantha Panja, Chapala Shashank, Tharini Satheesh","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_237_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_237_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 While short-term outcomes of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have been extensively studied, there is a need for longstanding assessments to understand the enduring impact of the procedure on patient well-being.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 A retrospective cohort research to rate the longstanding functional outcomes and quality of life (QoL) in those undergoing primary TKA. Patient-reported outcomes, including SF-36 and EQ-5D scores, were collected at multiple time points postoperatively (1, 5, and 10 years). Objective assessments of functional parameters, i.e., range of motion, gait analysis, and quadriceps strength, were also recorded.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Current findings demonstrate significant improvements in functional outcomes post-TKA, with sustained benefits observed over a 10-year period. Range of motion, gait parameters, and quadriceps strength showed consistent enhancements postoperatively. Moreover, QoL measures, as reflected by SF-36 and EQ-5D scores, exhibited substantial improvements following TKA and remained elevated throughout the follow-up period.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 This research highlights the enduring effectiveness of TKA in improving both functional outcomes and QoL in patients with advanced knee arthritis.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374235","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sakshi Malik, M. Mulla, S. Saheb, Noura Abdulaziz Alessa, Vaibhav T Chougule, Munaz Mulla, Gaurav Patri
ABSTRACT Oral infections are most frequently caused by three oral microorganisms: Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), and Candida albicans (C. albicans). To evaluate antimicrobial potential of 10% ginger extract (GE) and apple vinegar against S. Mutans, E. faecalis, and C. albicans. The GE and apple cider vinegar (ACV) were tested for microbiological evaluation to identify the inhibitory zone using the agar disk diffusion test against S. mutans, C. albicans, and E. faecalis. The 10% ethanolic GE and ACV showed a maximum zone of inhibition zone against S. mutans, E. Faecalis, and C. albicans. The intragroup comparison was insignificant. Apple vinegar and 10% ethanolic GE were shown to have good antimicrobial properties against all three tested pathogens.
{"title":"Evaluation of Antimicrobial Effect of Ginger, Apple Cider Vinegar against Streptococcus Mutans, Enterococcus Faecalis and Candida Albicans","authors":"Sakshi Malik, M. Mulla, S. Saheb, Noura Abdulaziz Alessa, Vaibhav T Chougule, Munaz Mulla, Gaurav Patri","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_59_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_59_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Oral infections are most frequently caused by three oral microorganisms: Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans), Enterococcus faecalis (E. faecalis), and Candida albicans (C. albicans).\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 To evaluate antimicrobial potential of 10% ginger extract (GE) and apple vinegar against S. Mutans, E. faecalis, and C. albicans.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The GE and apple cider vinegar (ACV) were tested for microbiological evaluation to identify the inhibitory zone using the agar disk diffusion test against S. mutans, C. albicans, and E. faecalis.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The 10% ethanolic GE and ACV showed a maximum zone of inhibition zone against S. mutans, E. Faecalis, and C. albicans. The intragroup comparison was insignificant.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Apple vinegar and 10% ethanolic GE were shown to have good antimicrobial properties against all three tested pathogens.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141373304","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_247_24
Spandana Chaudhury, G. B. Kuldeep, P.V. Swati, R. S. Lekshmi, B. Manohar, Akriti Mahajan, S. Duseja, Rahul Tiwari
ABSTRACT Pharmaceutical promotion is the principal aspect of the healthcare system. In this study, we aimed to portray the opinion of doctors and medical representatives (MRs) on conventional pharmaceutical ways (usage of promotional or educational paper materials and physician drug samples) for pharmaceutical promotion. In this cross-sectional observational study, data were collected from doctors and MRs across India using self-administered Google forms. Data were analyzed, and results were drawn. A total of 314 doctors and 272 MRs participated in the study. As per 95.5% of doctors, continuing medical education (CME)/books/online information is the most common and convenient method to update medical knowledge, whereas 67.9% of MRs also think the same. Only 5.5% of doctors prefer paper material provided by pharmaceutical companies to update their knowledge. Most doctors say paper materials provided by pharmaceutical companies contribute less than 25% to product information, rather CME, books, and online information contribute significantly. MRs also think similarly. 66.2% of MRs agree that more than 25% of paper material gets wasted due to non-distribution. 73.2% of doctors and 75.4% of MRs agree that the use of paper materials for product promotion is not cost-effective, even if it contributes to deforestation. Only 51% of doctors use more than 50% of medical samples in patient care and only half of doctors and MRs think expired medical samples are disposed of correctly. 56.1% of doctors and 71.4% of MRs think a significant amount of medical samples are wasted and are hazardous to the environment. Both doctors and MRs are of the opinion that the conventional method of paper promotion, that is, paper material and drug samples, is not cost-effective and also not eco-friendly. Hence, need to rethink – is there a need to change with time?
{"title":"Whether Present Era Demand Change in Pharmaceutical Promotional Ways to be More Eco- and Doctor-Friendly? An Observational Study","authors":"Spandana Chaudhury, G. B. Kuldeep, P.V. Swati, R. S. Lekshmi, B. Manohar, Akriti Mahajan, S. Duseja, Rahul Tiwari","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_247_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_247_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Pharmaceutical promotion is the principal aspect of the healthcare system. In this study, we aimed to portray the opinion of doctors and medical representatives (MRs) on conventional pharmaceutical ways (usage of promotional or educational paper materials and physician drug samples) for pharmaceutical promotion.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 In this cross-sectional observational study, data were collected from doctors and MRs across India using self-administered Google forms. Data were analyzed, and results were drawn.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 A total of 314 doctors and 272 MRs participated in the study. As per 95.5% of doctors, continuing medical education (CME)/books/online information is the most common and convenient method to update medical knowledge, whereas 67.9% of MRs also think the same. Only 5.5% of doctors prefer paper material provided by pharmaceutical companies to update their knowledge. Most doctors say paper materials provided by pharmaceutical companies contribute less than 25% to product information, rather CME, books, and online information contribute significantly. MRs also think similarly. 66.2% of MRs agree that more than 25% of paper material gets wasted due to non-distribution. 73.2% of doctors and 75.4% of MRs agree that the use of paper materials for product promotion is not cost-effective, even if it contributes to deforestation. Only 51% of doctors use more than 50% of medical samples in patient care and only half of doctors and MRs think expired medical samples are disposed of correctly. 56.1% of doctors and 71.4% of MRs think a significant amount of medical samples are wasted and are hazardous to the environment.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Both doctors and MRs are of the opinion that the conventional method of paper promotion, that is, paper material and drug samples, is not cost-effective and also not eco-friendly. Hence, need to rethink – is there a need to change with time?\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 29","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374724","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ABSTRACT Patients with significant maxillary atrophy who are not candidates for standard implants now have an option thanks to zygomatic implants. Long-term statistics on difficulties and success are, however, scarce. A tertiary care center’s patient data were retrospectively analyzed. Included were patients who underwent zygomatic implant surgery between 2017 and 2022. This research gathered and examined data on follow-up, surgical techniques, complications, demographics, and implant features. There were 100 patients in all. 92% of the implants were successful, and 92 of them survived. Peri-implantitis (20%), soft tissue dehiscence (15%), sinusitis (10%), prosthesis fracture (8%), and infection (5%), were among the biological consequences. In summary, zygomatic implants have the potential to help individuals with severe maxillary atrophy recover, but close observation and effective management of any problems are necessary to maximize results. To enhance patient care and improve treatment regimens, further research is required.
{"title":"Analysis of Long-Term Success and Biological Complications in Zygomatic Implant-Supported Prostheses","authors":"K. Dash, Kondeti Naga Venkata Lakshmi Praveena, Samir Mansuri, Rozina Hussain Ali, Kunchala Sailasri, Shivani Karre, Anil Managutti","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_308_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_308_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Patients with significant maxillary atrophy who are not candidates for standard implants now have an option thanks to zygomatic implants. Long-term statistics on difficulties and success are, however, scarce.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 A tertiary care center’s patient data were retrospectively analyzed. Included were patients who underwent zygomatic implant surgery between 2017 and 2022. This research gathered and examined data on follow-up, surgical techniques, complications, demographics, and implant features.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 There were 100 patients in all. 92% of the implants were successful, and 92 of them survived. Peri-implantitis (20%), soft tissue dehiscence (15%), sinusitis (10%), prosthesis fracture (8%), and infection (5%), were among the biological consequences. In summary, zygomatic implants have the potential to help individuals with severe maxillary atrophy recover, but close observation and effective management of any problems are necessary to maximize results. To enhance patient care and improve treatment regimens, further research is required.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141372054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_389_24
Amit Ashok Basannavar, A. K. Konwar, Sunil Pal, Aasima Ishaq, Kameswari Kondreddy, S. M. Shinde, Rahul Tiwari
ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy of the implant placement using surgical stents versus conventional implant placement. Twenty patients who reported to Rajarajeswari Dental College and Hospital were selected and they were randomly divided into two groups. In both the groups, the selection of the implant size was based on the ridge mapping. In Group I, tooth and tissue-supported surgical stent was fabricated and was used to place the implant. In Group II conventional technique was used for implant placement. In Group I the implant placement was parallel to the adjacent tooth with less variation in the angulation and the mesiodistal orientation of the implant was statistically significant compared to Group II. This technique of stent fabrication is easy, reliable, and cost-effective which also aids in the ideal placement of the implant in terms of orientation and angulation.
{"title":"Assessment of Accuracy of Implant Placement Using Surgical Stent Versus Conventional Technique","authors":"Amit Ashok Basannavar, A. K. Konwar, Sunil Pal, Aasima Ishaq, Kameswari Kondreddy, S. M. Shinde, Rahul Tiwari","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_389_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_389_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The aim of this study was to assess the accuracy of the implant placement using surgical stents versus conventional implant placement.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Twenty patients who reported to Rajarajeswari Dental College and Hospital were selected and they were randomly divided into two groups. In both the groups, the selection of the implant size was based on the ridge mapping. In Group I, tooth and tissue-supported surgical stent was fabricated and was used to place the implant. In Group II conventional technique was used for implant placement.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 In Group I the implant placement was parallel to the adjacent tooth with less variation in the angulation and the mesiodistal orientation of the implant was statistically significant compared to Group II.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 This technique of stent fabrication is easy, reliable, and cost-effective which also aids in the ideal placement of the implant in terms of orientation and angulation.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 22","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141375588","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_289_24
Trayeemay Acharya, Meenal S Jethlia, Mudita Chaturvedi, Sanjeev Sharma, A. Maini, Madhavi D. Galale, Jayantika Gupta
ABSTRACT Because it causes high rates of morbidity and death, oral cancer represents a major global public health concern. It is vital to comprehend the epidemiological trends of oral cancer instances to execute efficacious preventive and therapy tactics. The objective of this retrospective study was to examine the epidemiological patterns of cases of oral cancer in a tertiary care environment over a period of 10 years. Retrospective analysis was done on patient records of those who received an oral cancer diagnosis at a tertiary care facility. We collected and evaluated data on treatment methods, clinical factors, and demographics. The study included 300 instances of oral cancer in total. The patients’ average age was 58.4 years, and 66.7% of them were men. The majority of patients (66.6%) had advanced-stage cancer when they first appeared, with the tongue being the most common original tumor location (40.0%). In summary, this study sheds important light on the epidemiology of oral cancer patients during a 10-year period in a tertiary care context. The results highlight the significance of focused interventions for oral cancer early detection and prevention as well as the requirement for better access to healthcare services for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
{"title":"Epidemiological Study of Oral Cancer Cases Over a 10-Year Period","authors":"Trayeemay Acharya, Meenal S Jethlia, Mudita Chaturvedi, Sanjeev Sharma, A. Maini, Madhavi D. Galale, Jayantika Gupta","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_289_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_289_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Because it causes high rates of morbidity and death, oral cancer represents a major global public health concern. It is vital to comprehend the epidemiological trends of oral cancer instances to execute efficacious preventive and therapy tactics.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The objective of this retrospective study was to examine the epidemiological patterns of cases of oral cancer in a tertiary care environment over a period of 10 years.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Retrospective analysis was done on patient records of those who received an oral cancer diagnosis at a tertiary care facility. We collected and evaluated data on treatment methods, clinical factors, and demographics.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 The study included 300 instances of oral cancer in total. The patients’ average age was 58.4 years, and 66.7% of them were men. The majority of patients (66.6%) had advanced-stage cancer when they first appeared, with the tongue being the most common original tumor location (40.0%).\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 In summary, this study sheds important light on the epidemiology of oral cancer patients during a 10-year period in a tertiary care context. The results highlight the significance of focused interventions for oral cancer early detection and prevention as well as the requirement for better access to healthcare services for prompt diagnosis and treatment.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 13","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141374120","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ABSTRACT Chronic diabetes develops when the pancreas does not release enough insulin or the body cannot use it. Anemia is a disorder characterized by reduced hemoglobin or red blood cells. The body needs hemoglobin to transport oxygen. Diabetics with anemia may have micro and macro vascular problems, lowering quality of life and increasing medical costs. To examine the prevalence of anemia among type 2 diabetics, its predictive value, and the connection between anemia and type 2 diabetes. A prospective study was conducted on 2000 people with and without type 2 diabetes at the medical and diabetology wards of Punjab’s Desh Bhagat University and hospital for medicine and health sciences from June 2022 to June 2023. A statistical significance threshold of 0.005 determined that the mean hemoglobin value was 8.44 in oral hypoglycemics, 7.93 in insulin, and 4.45 in combined insulin and oral hypoglycaemics. Diabetics with type 2 diabetes mellitus and anemia were more likely to have CAD, making anemia a chronic condition that negatively impacts quality of life and accelerates disease consequences.
{"title":"Diabetes and Anaemia: A Myth or Reality","authors":"Deepak Narang, Tejveer Singh, Rakhee Sinha, Poulami Goswami, Shikhar Kumar, Nivedita Sahoo, Pratik Surana","doi":"10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_213_24","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_213_24","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Chronic diabetes develops when the pancreas does not release enough insulin or the body cannot use it. Anemia is a disorder characterized by reduced hemoglobin or red blood cells. The body needs hemoglobin to transport oxygen. Diabetics with anemia may have micro and macro vascular problems, lowering quality of life and increasing medical costs.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 To examine the prevalence of anemia among type 2 diabetics, its predictive value, and the connection between anemia and type 2 diabetes.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 A prospective study was conducted on 2000 people with and without type 2 diabetes at the medical and diabetology wards of Punjab’s Desh Bhagat University and hospital for medicine and health sciences from June 2022 to June 2023.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 A statistical significance threshold of 0.005 determined that the mean hemoglobin value was 8.44 in oral hypoglycemics, 7.93 in insulin, and 4.45 in combined insulin and oral hypoglycaemics.\u0000 \u0000 \u0000 \u0000 Diabetics with type 2 diabetes mellitus and anemia were more likely to have CAD, making anemia a chronic condition that negatively impacts quality of life and accelerates disease consequences.\u0000","PeriodicalId":16824,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences","volume":" 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141372813","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2024-06-07DOI: 10.4103/jpbs.jpbs_239_24
J. Sivaram, Shubham Asati, Himanshu Bothra, Gaurav S. Pagare, Supantha Panja, Reshma Tirunamalli, Jasmine Kalsi
ABSTRACT “Proximal humerus fractures [PHFs]” are common orthopedic injuries, often requiring surgical intervention for optimal outcomes. However, the choice of surgical approach remains controversial, with varying outcomes reported in the literature. A retrospective research was overseen among subjects who had surgery for PHFs. Three surgical approaches were compared: “Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)”, “Hemiarthroplasty [HA]”, and “Reverse Shoulder Arthroplasty [RSA]”. Demographic data, fracture characteristics, surgical details, and postoperative outcomes were analyzed. ORIF confirmed smaller operative time and shorter complication levels compared to HA and RSA. Complications included surgical site infection, implant-related issues, and reoperation. Age, fracture type, and surgeon experience influenced the choice of surgical approach. This research provides valuable insights into the outcomes of different surgical approaches for PHFs. ORIF may offer advantages in select cases, but individualized treatment decisions are necessary. Further research is warranted to refine treatment algorithms and optimize patient outcomes.
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