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Amrita Journal of Medicine
ISSN 0975-9662 · Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications · 114 artikel di indeks
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Primary Hydatid Disease of the Submandibular Gland: A Rare Case Presentation
Human hydatid cysts (HCs) are parasitic infections caused by the Echinococcus larvae. Since human infection is a final event in the life cycle of Echinococcus, humans are unintentional intermediate hosts. When parasite eggs enter the body, they hatch in the main host’s small intestine, travel…
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Comparative Evaluation of Endovascular and Surgical Therapies for Carotid Artery Disease Management
The management of carotid artery disease (CAD) can be either endovascular [carotid artery stenting, or carotid artery stenting (CAS)], or surgical (carotid endarterectomy, or CEA) therapy. This article is a narrative systematic analysis of research that compares the long-term results, safety, and…
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding Look-Alike, Sound-Alike Drugs among Healthcare Professionals in Eastern India
Background: Look-alike and sound-alike (LASA) drugs pose a significant risk to patient safety, contributing to medication errors during prescribing, dispensing, and administration. These errors are preventable but persist globally, particularly in resource-limited healthcare systems. Understanding…
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Polypharmacy and Potential Drug–Drug Interactions among Ischemic Heart Disease Patients with Comorbidities: A Cross-Sectional Study from a Tertiary Care Center in Eastern India
Background: Polypharmacy is frequently encountered in ischemic heart disease (IHD), especially in patients with coexisting hypertension and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Although multidrug therapy is clinically justified, the risk of potential drug–drug interactions (pDDIs) rises with…
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Perspectives and Challenges Encountered by Community Medicine Faculty in Implementing Formative Assessment: A Mixed-methods Study
Background: Formative assessment (FA) is conducted to identify and address errors and enhance progress in an ongoing course. It enables students to set and achieve immediate objectives, provides clarity on tasks to be accomplished, and offers feedback on the learning process. However, several…
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Bridging the Gap: Assessing Medical Students Readiness for Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
Background: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare by improving diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient management. As AI continues to be integrated into clinical practice, future healthcare professionals must be adequately prepared to work alongside AI-driven systems. While…
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Mycotic Keratitis Due to Nannizzia gypsea: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Here, we report a case of a foreign body injury to the eye. A detailed examination of the affected eye revealed a paracentral grayish white, well-demarcated, and raised infiltrate. Corneal scrapings showed septate branching hyphae, which were later identified as Nannizzia gypsea. The patient was…
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Perceptions on Palliative Medicine Among Other Specialty Trainees Post-Start of Palliative Medicine Postgraduate Training in a South Asian Teaching Hospital
Context: Palliative medicine (PM) plays a vital role in healthcare but is often under-recognized and misinterpreted as end-of-life care. One of the goals of postgraduate training is to deepen understanding and support the incorporation of palliative care across various medical disciplines. Aims: To…
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Baxfendy (Baxdrostat): Redefining Aldosterone-Targeted Therapy in Hypertension
Hypertension is a chronic cardiovascular disorder characterized by persistently elevated arterial blood pressure, typically defined as a systolic blood pressure (SBP) ≥140 mm Hg and/or a diastolic blood pressure (DBP) ≥90 mm Hg on repeated measurements. Although there are several antihypertensive…
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Unveiling the Enigma of Enteric Duplication Cyst in Adults: Two Distinct Case Reports
Enteric duplication cysts (EDCs), also known as “gastrointestinal (GI) duplication cysts,” are rare congenital malformations formed during fetal development. Typically, they are diagnosed in the first few years of life and present with nonspecific GI symptoms. The occurrence in adulthood is…
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Hepatopleural Hydatidosis with Cysto-pleural Fistula Managed via a Hybrid Approach: A Rare Case Report
Hydatid disease, caused by Echinococcus granulosus, most commonly affects the liver. In rare instances, hepatic cysts can rupture through the diaphragm into the thoracic cavity, resulting in hepatopleural hydatidosis. We report the case of a 53-year-old female who presented with progressively…
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Icotrokinra (Icotyde)
Psoriasis vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin disease that classically presents with well-demarcated, red plaques with silvery scale, commonly involving the scalp, elbows, knees, and presacral region, though any area of skin may be involved, including the palms, soles, nails, and genitalia…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Anemia in Women Laborers of Reproductive Group of 18–49 Years at Construction Sites: A Cross-Sectional Study
Background: In India, the majority of construction workers are engaged in the informal sector, often working under unsafe and unhygienic conditions with minimal occupational safety. Limited access to healthcare, poor sanitation, malnutrition driven by poverty, and menstrual irregularities among…
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Antibody–Drug Conjugates: Bridging Science and Therapeutics
Antibody–drug conjugates (ADCs) are considered an important advancement in the field of targeted cancer therapy, integrating monoclonal antibodies with cytotoxic payloads to eliminate cancer cells while reducing damage to healthy cells and tissues. These drugs have evolved significantly since the…
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A Case Report of Combined Pulmonary Fibrosis and Emphysema
Combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema (CPFE) is an underdiagnosed condition characterized by upper lobe emphysema and lower lobe fibrosis, most often seen in male smokers. Despite distinct radiologic features, CPFE is frequently overlooked due to symptom overlap with other lung diseases. It…
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Exploring an Interplay of Sociocultural Contexts and Health Systems in Snakebite Envenoming Management in Rural Himachal Pradesh: A Qualitative Study of Community Perspectives and Practices
Background: India bears a disproportionate burden of global deaths owing to snakebite, accounting for nearly 50%, yet knowledge and awareness of effective management practices remain critically low. Materials and Methods: A qualitative study, employing Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and Key…
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Chronic Pregabalin Abuse: Experiences from Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Uttarakhand, North India: A Case Series
Pregabalin, a gabapentinoid frequently prescribed for neuropathic pain, is also increasingly identified as a drug for abuse. There is a rising concern regarding its abuse potential, and a handful of case reports have highlighted the same. We present a case series on pregabalin dependence. In…
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Development and Validation of a Comprehensive Checklist for Primary Care Medical Officers in the Management of Animal Bites
Introduction: Rabies, a zoonotic disease, primarily transmitted through dog bites, with high mortality rates in India, poses a significant public health challenge. Prompt and appropriate management at the primary care level is crucial to reduce mortality. This study aims to develop a checklist to…
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The Burden of Care: A Prospective Observational Study on Sleep Disturbances among Caregivers of Persons with Chronic Mental Illness
Background: Caregivers of individuals with chronic mental illness often experience prolonged emotional, psychological, and physical strain, which can lead to significant and persistent sleep disturbances. Poor sleep adversely affects caregivers’ health and caregiving performance, yet it remains an…