Entries by aaron

SIL-TPP bests SIL-TEP hernia repair for treating inguinal hernia indirect inguinal hernia: Study

Over the past century, various hernia repair surgeries have been generated by surgeons. Totally extraperitoneal (TEP) and transperitoneal hernioplasty (TAPP) are commonly used for laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. Single-incision laparoscopy totally extraperitoneal hernioplasty (SIL-TEP), first introduced by Filipovic-Cugura et al. in 2009, has gained popularity due to its advantages like cosmesis, pain-reducing, and rapid recovery […]

Transient bundle branch block during the perioperative period–A meta-summary of case reports

A temporary intraventricular conduction deficit known as paroxysmal bundle branch block (BBB) may happen on its own or need medical intervention. Anaesthesia, cardiac catheterization, acute pancreatitis, pulmonary embolism, thoracic trauma, abrupt changes in intrathoracic pressure, medications, and poisonings are among the situations that are often linked to it. BBB skews the ECG’s morphology and makes […]

Overactive bladder in men significantly correlates with sexual dysfunction: Study

Poland: A large representative population-level study has suggested no significant impact of an overactive bladder (OAB) on men’s sexual activity but significantly correlated with erectile dysfunction (ED) and premature ejaculation (PE). The findings, published in the World Journal of Urology, suggest a need in daily clinical practice for screening overactive bladder symptoms in persons who […]

Manual acupuncture improves language function in poststroke motor aphasia: JAMA

A recent multicenter clinical trial published in the Journal of American Medical Association highlighted the efficacy of acupuncture as a potential therapy for post-stroke motor aphasia. Motor aphasia usually seen following stroke significantly impairs the ability of the patients to communicate. Acupuncture has long been recommended as an alternative therapy for post-stroke aphasia, but its […]

Psoriatic Arthritis Treatment with Apremilast effective and may Improve Patient Satisfactio: Study

A recent real-world study, the APPRAISE study unveiled the effectiveness, tolerability and patient satisfaction with apremilast treatment for individuals with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) which is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by joint inflammation and skin lesions, affecting millions worldwide. This research was conducted across multiple Canadian rheumatology clinics and enrolled a total of 102 adults […]

13 female MBBS students accuse Assistant Professor of Pharmacology of sexual harassment

In a shocking incident, 13 female MBBS students from Delhi-based Baba Saheb Ambedkar Medical College have accused an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology of sexual harassment during a viva examination. Based on the complaint by the students, a case has been registered by the police. Meanwhile, soon after the matter came to light, a demonstration was […]

Sun Pharma gets Australian regulatory nod for acne vulgaris treatment Winlevi

Mumbai: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited has announced that the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has granted regulatory approval for Winlevi (clascoterone cream 1%). As stated by Hellen de Kloet, Business Head – Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Sun Pharma “Winlevi is an exciting addition to our expanding dermatology portfolio of innovative medicines in Australia. […]

Tamil Nadu doctors to move High Court against recruitment for 2553 posts of Assistant Surgeons

Chennai: The aspirants preparing for the Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB) examination in Tamil Nadu are expressing dissatisfaction with the Health Department’s handling of vacant positions and the allocation of merit marks. They are particularly concerned about the department’s decision to issue a fresh notification for 2,553 assistant surgeon posts, despite 1,251 vacancies remaining unfilled […]

Death of patient at Kanpur Hospital, family alleges medical negligence

Tension prevailed at the LPS Institute of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery in Kanpur after a patient admitted for chest pain died during treatment. The patient’s kin alleges that the death was due to the doctor’s negligence. Following the complaint, the Director of Cardiology, Dr Rakesh Verma has formed a five-member team to investigate the allegations. […]