scholarly journals Differential organic DNA extraction of semen sample contaminated with blood for the identification of a serial sexual offender: A case report

2018 ◽  
Vol 87 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pooja Puri ◽  
Naresh Kumar ◽  
Dhruv Sharma ◽  
SK Shukla
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Dna Extraction ◽  
Pcr Amplification ◽  
Sexual Offender ◽  
Semen Sample ◽  
Absolute Differential ◽  
Left Behind ◽  
Positive Identification

In many cases of sexual assault, traces of semen are left behind on the victim’s body, clothes and the area in which the assault has taken place. The positive identification of semen is instrumental in supporting such cases. There are several methods of forensic examination of semen reported in literature, but the presence of blood complicates the identification of semen stains. This paper presents one such case study where the presence of blood makes DNA profiling more challenging as the PCR amplification becomes complicated, and the absolute differential isolation is the only way to get the clear profile using identifiler kits.

Impact of poor evidence management on DNA profiling in sexual assault and homicide: A case report

2021 ◽  
pp. 002581722096648
Author(s):  
Naresh Kumar ◽  
Pooja Puri ◽  
SK Shukla ◽  
Deepa Verma
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Dna Profiling ◽  
Sexual Assaults ◽  
Criminal Cases ◽  
Her Family ◽  
Female Victims ◽  
Vaginal Swabs ◽  
Biological Evidence

Increasing numbers of female victims of violent sexual assaults are being murdered with the aim of concealing the identity of the perpetrator. Proper handling and analysis of evidence is very important in gaining a conviction in many criminal cases. After evidence is collected, due precautions must be taken to ensure that the integrity of the sample is maintained, and chances of contamination are minimised. This paper presents a case study where improper handling of biological evidence led to loss of evidentiary value, and the semen could not be located on the vaginal swabs and victim’s garments due to improper preservation of samples. However, the DNA from the nail of a decomposed finger helped identify the victim, and the suspect was apprehended based on the clues given by her family.

Traumatic recto-vaginal fistula in two patients with congenital vaginal septum: a case report

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (3) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Weston Khisa ◽  
Winnie Mwebia ◽  
Alice Muli ◽  
Linda Nasengo
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Genital Tract ◽  
Pelvic Examination ◽  
Vaginal Fistula ◽  
Rare Form ◽  
Vaginal Septum ◽  
Primary Amenorrhoea ◽  
Transverse Vaginal Septum

Congenital vaginal septum is a rare form of genital tract anomaly. It presents with dyspareunia, dysmenorrhoea or primary amenorrhoea associated with hematometra and hematocolpos. Others may be asymptomatic, with the anomaly being found during routine pelvic examination. This case study presents two patients with congenital vaginal septae, who developed traumatic recto-vaginal fistulae. The first patient had two incomplete longitudinal vaginal septae, incidentally discovered during repair of a recto-vaginal fistula that had developed following sexual assault. The second patient developed a recto-vaginal fistula following repair of a transverse vaginal septum.

Misophonia: An Evidence-Based Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 685-690
Author(s):  
C. S. Vanaja ◽  
Miriam Soni Abigail
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Case History ◽  
Pure Tone ◽  
Physiological Responses ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Management Option ◽  
Pure Tone Audiogram

Purpose Misophonia is a sound tolerance disorder condition in certain sounds that trigger intense emotional or physiological responses. While some persons may experience misophonia, a few patients suffer from misophonia. However, there is a dearth of literature on audiological assessment and management of persons with misophonia. The purpose of this report is to discuss the assessment of misophonia and highlight the management option that helped a patient with misophonia. Method A case study of a 26-year-old woman with the complaint of decreased tolerance to specific sounds affecting quality of life is reported. Audiological assessment differentiated misophonia from hyperacusis. Management included retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy based on the principles described by P. J. Jastreboff and Jastreboff (2014). A misophonia questionnaire was administered at regular intervals to monitor the effectiveness of therapy. Results A detailed case history and audiological evaluations including pure-tone audiogram and Johnson Hyperacusis Index revealed the presence of misophonia. The patient benefitted from intervention, and the scores of the misophonia questionnaire indicated a decrease in the severity of the problem. Conclusions It is important to differentially diagnose misophonia and hyperacusis in persons with sound tolerance disorders. Retraining counseling as well as desensitization and habituation therapy can help patients who suffer from misophonia.

Intensive Stuttering Therapy With Telepractice Follow-up: A Case Study

2011 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farzan Irani ◽  
Rodney Gabel
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Therapeutic Intervention ◽  
Intensive Therapy ◽  
Positive Outcome ◽  
Eclectic Approach

This case report describes the positive outcome of a therapeutic intervention that integrated an intensive, residential component with follow-up telepractice for a 21 year old male who stutters. This therapy utilized an eclectic approach to intensive therapy in conjunction with a 12-month follow-up via video telepractice. The results indicated that the client benefited from the program as demonstrated by a reduction in percent stuttered syllables, a reduction in stuttering severity, and a change in attitudes and feelings related to stuttering and speaking.

Hodgkin Disease and Pregnancy - A Case Report

2014 ◽  
Vol 68 (2) ◽  
pp. 104-106
Author(s):  
Aleksandra Pivkova Veljanovska ◽  
Sonja Genadieva Stavrik ◽  
Zlate Stojanoski ◽  
Lazar Cadievski ◽  
Adela Stefanija ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Hodgkin Disease ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Chemotherapy Treatment ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Hematological Disorder

Abstract The article presents a case with diagnosed Hodgkin disease (HD) during pregnancy. The aim of this case study was to present diagnostic possibilities in determining HD stage during pregnancy and therapeutic dilemmas. The incidence of HD during pregnancy is 3.2% of all cases with this malignant hematological disorder. The treatment of this disease during pregnancy depends on disease-related factors, pregnancy-related factors, as well as possible implications for fetal morbidity and mortality. The need of analysis of the nature of the disease during pregnancy indicates examination of a larger series of pregnant women with HD and the drawn conclusions affect the decision whether chemotherapy treatment should start immediately or it should be postponed for after delivery.

Managament of Bhagandara (Fistula-in-Ano) by Palasha Ksharasutra prepared with Arkaksheera - A Case Report.

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ganapathi Rao ◽  
Vijay Kumar ◽  
Ashok Naikar ◽  
Chandrakanth Halli
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Success Rate ◽  
Spinal Anesthesia ◽  
Curcuma Longa ◽  
Weekly Interval ◽  
Butea Monosperma ◽  
Fistula In Ano

A standard Ksharasutra is practiced in treatment of Bhagandara (fistula-in-ano) with high success rate and minimum recurrence rate. In previous research it was noted that Pittaja Prakruti patients sometime might cause more perianal irritation due to Apamarga Ksharasutra. So in this study Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera was prepared by Palasha Kshara (Ash of Butea monosperma), Arka Ksheera (Calotropis gigantic) and turmeric powder (Curcuma longa). This Ksharasutra was prepared as per the API guidelines and preserved in air tight tube. A patient of Pittaja predominant Prakruti with fistula-in ano having two external opening at 6 and 7 O’ clock position of anus was treated with application of Ksharasutra. The Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera was applied in these two opening under spinal anesthesia. Then Ksharasutra was changed by weekly interval under local xylocaine jelly 2%. The length of thread was measured weekly and noted in the case to assess the unit cutting time (UCT). The unit cutting time (UCT) of first thread was 7.5 days/cm and second one had UCT 6.8 days/cm. During the treatment patient was doing his job regularly without hampering the quality of life. After 2 months patient was free from all symptoms of fistula with normal scar and without any complications. This case study demonstrated the utility of Palasha Ksharasutra prepared in Arkaksheera in multiple fistula-in ano.

Between sexual assault and compassion: The experience of living with a spouse’s dementia-related hypersexuality—A narrative case-study

Dementia ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 147130122110320
Author(s):  
Dovrat Harel ◽  
Tova Band-Winterstein ◽  
Hadass Goldblatt
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Assault ◽  
Meaning Making ◽  
Psychological Symptoms ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Intimate Relationship ◽  
Older Woman ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Narrative Case Study ◽  
As If

Background Hypersexuality is one of the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia. This symptom can lead to poor quality of life for the person who lives with dementia, as well as for his or her caregiver, who might be exposed to sexual assault. Aim This study aimed to highlight the experience of an older woman living and coping with a spouse who exhibits dementia-related hypersexuality. Method A narrative case-study of a single case was designed, composed of four semi-structured interviews conducted over a 10-month period. The data were analyzed through thematic, structural, and performance analysis. Findings Four phases were revealed, depicting the experience of being a partner and caregiver of a spouse with dementia-related hypersexuality: a) “I need help”: A distress call; b) “It depends how long I agree to go on with it”: Living with the ambiguous reality of dementia-related hypersexual behavior within an ongoing intimate relationship; c) “It’s as if I’m hugging someone who’s no longer alive”: The transition from the previous couplehood identity to a new couplehood identity; and d) “I am just taking care of him as if he is a child”: A compassionate couplehood identity construction. Conclusions Living with a partner with dementia-related hypersexuality is a distressing experience for the caregiver-spouse. Yet, positive memories from a long intimate relationship can lead to the creation of a compassionate identity, which supports the caregiving process, and creates a sense of acceptance and meaning making. This, in turn, enables a positive aging experience. These finding have some practical implications for supporting and intervening in such cases.

scholarly journals Duodenal atresia with familial apple peel syndrome: case study with review of literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. e230160
Author(s):  
Jyotsna M Kirtane ◽  
Snehal A Bhange ◽  
Fazal Nabi ◽  
Varshil Shah
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Parenteral Nutrition ◽  
Total Parenteral Nutrition ◽  
Postoperative Period ◽  
Duodenal Atresia ◽  
Short Length ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Jejunal Atresia ◽  
Apple Peel

This is a case report of a neonate who was antenatally diagnosed with jejunal atresia which turned out to be duodenal atresia with apple peel syndrome. A previous sibling, who also had apple peel but with jejunal atresia, succumbed to sepsis after surgery. The first sibling had jejunal stenosis and had died of sepsis following surgery. Combination of duodenal atresia with apple peel is extremely rare. This coupled with a familial condition is rarer still. This case was challenging due to the short length of the gut and prolonged need for total parenteral nutrition and sepsis in postoperative period.

scholarly journals Pathologic validation of an yttrium-90 trans-arterial radioembolization dosimetry: a case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 2021 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline B Baikovitz ◽  
Lindsay Thornton ◽  
Monica T Garcia-Buitrago ◽  
Alan S Livingstone ◽  
Matthew T Studenski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hepatocellular Carcinoma ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Liver Resection ◽  
Pathologic Response ◽  
Clinical Scenario ◽  
Complete Pathologic Response ◽  
Pathological Findings ◽  
Rigorous Approach ◽  
Yttrium 90

Abstract Yttrium-90 (Y-90) trans-arterial radioembolization (TARE) is used in the management of unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). During the last 5 years, dosimetry software has been developed to allow for a more rigorous approach of dose prescription in Y-90 TARE. We present here a case study of a 77-year-old woman diagnosed with HCC, who underwent a Y-90 TARE as a bridge procedure to liver resection. This clinical scenario represents a unique opportunity to illustrate the predictive value of dosimetric findings correlating dosimetry with pathological findings. In this case, Y-90 TARE dosimetry was predictive of treatment response in which the tumor received a mean dose of 156 Gy and demonstrated a complete pathologic response.

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