Biomedicine

Background: Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) accounts for more than 90% of oral cancers, but involvement of the hard palate is relatively rare, often resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. This case highlights the challenges and surgical management strategies in advanced hard palate OS…

Lipoleiomyoma is a rare benign variant of uterine leiomyoma characterized by the presence of mature adipocytes intermixed with smooth muscle cells. The Incidence of lipoleiomyoma varies from 0.03 percent to 0.2 percent and is more prevalent in perimenopausal and post menopausal women. it's a…

Introduction: Pervasive use of electronic devices has significantly transformed daily routines and behavioral patterns across all age groups. Among medical students, digital devices are integral for academic activities and social interactions. However, excessive and unregulated screen time is in…

Background: Bronchial asthma and COPD are common respiratory diseases characterized by airflow limitation, mucus hypersecretion, and inflammation, often presenting with cough and wheeze. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of patient education on the correct use of five commonly used inhaler…

Introduction: The changing healthcare profile in India, characterized by increasing chronic diseases, trauma, and age-related disabilities, has intensified the demand for effective post-hospitalisation rehabilitation services.
Aim: This study examined the strategic establishment of Inpati…

Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is associated with a range of cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurocognitive complications. While polysomnography (PSG) remains the gold standard for diagnosing OSA, its limited accessibility necessitates the use of reliable screening tools, particularly …

Background: Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (TDM) is a chronic metabolic disorder marked by hyperglycemia. Calcium plays a crucial role in insulin secretion and glucose metabolism, yet the relationship between serum calcium levels and diabetes mellitus remains unclear, warranting furth…

Background: Pap smear screening plays a pivotal role in early detection of cervical epithelial abnormalities and associated infections. This study evaluates the cytological patterns and prevalence of various cervical lesions in women undergoing routine Pap smear screening.
Methods: All wo…

Introduction: Self-directed learning (SDL) is a process in which individuals take the initiative, with or without the help of others, in diagnosing their learning needs. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate SDL readiness, assess the learning outcome, evaluate the levels of self-directedness and compare the e…

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and Periodontal disease (PD) are chronic inflammatory diseases with significant morbidity and socioeconomic burden. RA is characterized by synovial inflammation, autoantibody production, progressive joint destruction, whereas PD involves dysbiotic microbial biofilms, ho…