scholarly journals CLINICAL MANAGEMENT OF VARIOUS TYPES OF DEVIATED NASAL SEPTUM

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Shambhu Sharan Gupta ◽  
Satish Kumar ◽  
Debarshi Jana
Keyword(s):  
Conservative Management ◽  
Nasal Septum ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Common Condition ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Deviated Nasal Septum ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Post Surgery

Deviated nasal septum is a common condition, which is quite often asymtomatic, but may present with persistent morbidity in some. In this prospective cross sectional study, 100 patients with deviated nasal septum were included who were symptomatic. 48 patients needed surgical intervention while 52 were managed conservatively. Results were compared on follow up. 96% cases reported improvement in nasal obstruction post surgery, compared to 79% following conservative management.

scholarly journals Prevalence of septal deviation in newborns: an institutional based cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 481
Author(s):  
Deep Jyoti ◽  
Pallvi Sharma ◽  
Ashu Jamwal ◽  
Arti .
Keyword(s):  
Nasal Septum ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Common Finding ◽  
Common Condition ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Routine Examination ◽  
Deviated Nasal Septum ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting

<p class="abstract"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Background: </span></strong>Deviated nasal septum (DNS) is a common condition with various factors affecting its occurrence. The study was aimed to find the prevalence of DNS in newborns.</p><p class="abstract"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Methods: </span></strong>The present study was a cross sectional study conducted in the SMGS hospital, GMC Jammu. A sample size of 200 newborns, less than 7 days of age were included in the study. 200 newborns in the postnatal wards were examined in the present cross-section observational study including the age ranging from 1 day to 5 days.  </p><p class="abstract"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Results: </span></strong>Prevalence of DNS in the present study was 29%. 103 babies were born to the primipara mothers out of which 39 (37.86%) had DNS while only 19 (19.58%) out of 97 babies born to the multipara mothers had the DNS. The newborns with higher birth weight had higher incidence of having DNS. 41.17% of the newborns with weight of &gt;3 kg had DNS as compared to those in 2 to 2.5 kg group (17.28%) and &lt;2 kg group (11.76%).</p><p class="abstract"><strong><span lang="EN-US">Conclusions: </span></strong>DNS is a common finding since birth which may persist in later life. Routine examination of the newborns specifically regarding the nose should be done to detect the septal deviations at earliest so that active intervention can be done when required.</p>

scholarly journals Lymphedema following axillary lymphnode sampling versus axillary lymphnode dissection for patients with breast carcinoma in Al-Karama Teaching Hospital, Iraq

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 2409
Author(s):  
Mahmood J. Saood ◽  
Mohanad Hamed Abdulla ◽  
Naser R. Tawfiq
Keyword(s):  
Axillary Dissection ◽  
Surgical Intervention ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Body ◽  
Sampling Techniques ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Arm Circumference ◽  
Axillary Lymphadenectomy

Background: Lymphedema is a collection of fluid in some parts of the body. It is common after surgical intervention. Different approaches of dealing with lymphnode involvement in axilla have been describe. The main objective of present study is to determine the prevalence of lymphedema after different methods of axillary lymphadenectomy and axillary sampling techniques in Iraq.Methods: This was a cross-sectional study in which post-operative lymphedema of the operated arm was compared in 25 patients with breast cancer after axillary ALND (the excised node more than 4 lymph node up to 18 node) and 25 patients following axillary ALNS of only enlarged hard lymphnode.Results: The results of post-operative follow up from three months to three years following ALND patients showed significant increase in the arm circumference over those exposed to ALNS of the axilla.Conclusions: It can be concluded that axillary lymphnode sampling of axilla associated with negligible lymphedema compared with ALND the routine performance of axillary dissection should be considered with caution.

scholarly journals Clinicopathological profile and treatment outcomes of patients presenting with epistaxis: a hospital-based cross-sectional study in Southern railway headquarters hospital, Chennai

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (10) ◽  
pp. 1624
Author(s):  
Thirupathi K. ◽  
A. P. Preetham ◽  
Musarrat Feshan
Keyword(s):  
Nasal Septum ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Nasal Packing ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Deviated Nasal Septum ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Ratio ◽  
Clinicopathological Profile ◽  
The Right

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Epistaxis (nose-bleed) is one of the commonest emergencies presenting to an otolaryngological emergency that affects up to sixty per cent of the population in their lifetime; in this, six per cent needs medical care.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods: </strong>Hospital-based cross-sectional study carried between October 2018 to January 2020 in the department of ENT at Southern Railway Headquarters Hospitals, Perambur, Chennai.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results: </strong>The mean age of the subjects was 47.76±23.01. Females were less affected compared to males with 1.68:1 male: female ratio. The results of ENT examination/anterior rhinoscopic examination revealed that all 153 (100%) subjects had anterior epistaxis and 5 (3.27%) had posterior epistaxis. 143 (93.46%) had deviated nasal septum. Diagnostic nasal endoscopy revealed that 90 (58.82%) had deviated nasal septum to the left, and 55 (35.94%) had to the right. The majority of subjects, i.e., 86 (56.21%), were managed conservatively, followed by 52 (33.99%), 5 (3.27%), and 1 (0.65%) patient were given treatment with anterior nasal packing, anterior and posterior nasal packing, and cauterization respectively. Whereas 9 (5.88%) subjects needed a surgical mode of treatment to manage their epistaxis.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Findings revealed that the incidence was high in elderly individuals, with male preponderance over females. Anterior epistaxis more commonly occurred in comparison to posterior epistaxis. Our research supports the conservative management methods’ credibility in the epistaxis treatment. The practice of simple nasal packing is the commonest conservative approach that has a high rate of success. As a result, this method will be the best choice for epistaxis management.</p>

scholarly journals Communicative health literacy in patients with non-communicable diseases in Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Desalew Tilahun ◽  
Abebe Abera ◽  
Gugsa Nemera
Keyword(s):  
Health Literacy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Communicable Diseases ◽  
Source Population ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Non Communicable Diseases ◽  
Health Literacy Level ◽  
Literacy Level

Abstract Background Health literacy plays a prominent role in empowering individuals for prevention as well as management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). However, there is paucity of information on the health literacy of patients with non-communicable diseases in Ethiopia. Therefore, this study aimed to assess communicative health literacy and associated factors in patients with NCDs on follow-up at Jimma Medical Center (JMC), Ethiopia. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from 4 May 2020 to 4 July 2020 with 408 randomly selected adult patients, attending outpatient department of JMC in Ethiopia. The final sample size was obtained by using single population proportion formula. All patients with NCDs who were on follow-up at chronic illness clinic, JMC, were used as a source population. All eligible patients with NCDs who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were included in this study. A simple random sampling technique was used to recruit study participants. Data were collected through structured interviewer administered questionnaires on the six of nine health literacy domains using Health Literacy Questionnaire (HLQ) containing 30 items, socio-demographic and socio-economic characteristics, disease-related factors, and health information sources. Multivariable logistic regression was executed to determine the associations. Result Descriptive analysis shows more than half of the respondents in four of the six health literacy domains had high communicative health literacy level (CHLL). The proportion of people with high CHLL across each of the domains was as follows: health care provider support (56.1%), social support for health (53.7%), active engagement with a healthcare provider (56.1%), and navigating healthcare system (53.4%). We found educational status was significantly associated with five of six health literacy domains whereas number of sources was associated with four of six health literacy domains. Conclusion The overall findings of the current study indicate that health literacy levels vary according to socio-demographic and disease characteristics of patients. Thus, healthcare professionals should assess patients’ health literacy level and tailor information and support to the health literacy skills and personal context of their patients.

Status of Histopathology Services In Ethiopia

2020 ◽  
Vol 154 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S120-S120
Author(s):  
G O Yeabyo
Keyword(s):  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Status ◽  
Prevention Of Cancer ◽  
Great Public Health ◽  
Cancer Diseases

Abstract Introduction/Objective Cancer is one of a great public health problem in developing countries like Ethiopia and scarcity of histopathology laboratory is another burden for diagnosis and follow up of cancer diseases. The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the accessibility of histopathology services in Ethiopia. Methods Cross sectional study design were used to analyze the status of histopathology services in Ethiopia. Results There are 13 histopathology laboratories in the nation and a survey was conducted at these institutions. Out of these 13 Histopathology services seven are located in the capital, Addis Ababa and six found out of the capital located in four different regions. About 40,239,100 habitants have no histopathology service around their catchment area. Conclusion There are very limited histopathology laboratories, as a result diagnosis and prevention of cancer diseases are inadequate throughout the country.

scholarly journals Clinical situation of Venezuelan migrants living with HIV in a hospital in Lima, Peru

2021 ◽  
pp. 095646242110240
Author(s):  
Genesis S Huerta-Vera ◽  
Manuel A Amarista ◽  
Fernando A Mejía ◽  
Ana B Graña ◽  
Elsa V Gonzalez-Lagos ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Viral Suppression ◽  
Clinical Situation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Epidemiological Trends ◽  
Clinical Conditions ◽  
Living With Hiv

Due to a huge crisis extensive to health services many Venezuelan people living with HIV (PLWH) had migrated abroad, including Peru where favorable laws were in place until June 2019. We describe the health status and epidemiological trends of PLWH from Venezuela at an HIV program in Lima. We analyzed baseline and follow-up data of all Venezuelan PLWH enrolled in our HIV program from January 2017 to December 2019. A cross-sectional study in a subsample served to describe ARV adherence and context of migration. Between 2017-2019 our HIV Program registered 398 Venezuelan PLWH, representing 20% of the 2018 annual enrollments; numbers decreased since mid-2019. The median age was 30 years (IQR 26;37) and 90.5% were men. Between 2017 and 2019, the proportion with diagnosis in Peru increased from 14.3% to 60.9%; of AIDS stage at entry, from 8.8% to 27.2%. By December 2019, 182/250 (72.8%) were still in care, and 43 (10.8%) had not started ART. Viral suppression evaluated in 195, was achieved in 71.8%. From 2017 to 2019, migrant PLWH arrived in worsened clinical conditions, with increasing diagnosis in Peru; the flow of migrant PLWH entering care diminished with less favorable laws. Viral suppression rates were suboptimal.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Poor Glycemic and Lipid Levels in Ambulatory Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Patients in Asmara, Eritrea: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oliver Okoth Achila ◽  
Millen Ghebretinsae ◽  
Abraham Kidane ◽  
Michael Simon ◽  
Shewit Makonen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Specific Lipid

Objective. There is a dearth of relevant research on the rapidly evolving epidemic of diabetes mellitus (particularly Type 2 diabetes mellitus) in sub-Saharan Africa. To address some of these issues in the Eritrean context, we conducted a cross-sectional study on glycemic and lipid profiles and associated risk factors. Methods. A total of 309 patients with diabetes mellitus on regular follow-up at the Diabetic and Hypertensive Department at Halibet Regional Referral Hospital, Asmara, were enrolled for the study. Data on specific clinical chemistry and anthropomorphic parameters was collected. Chi-squared (χ2) test or Fischer’s exact test was used to evaluate the relationship between specific variables. Multivariate logistic regression (backward: conditional) was undertaken to identify the factors associated with increased odds of suboptimal values in glucose and specific lipid panel subfractions. Results. High proportions of patients (76.7%) had suboptimal levels of HbA1c with a mean±SD of 8.6%±1.36, respectively. In multivariate regression analysis, the likelihood of HbA1c≥7% was higher in patients with abnormal WHR (AOR=3.01, 95% CI, 3.01 (1.15–7.92=0.024)) and in patients without hypertension (AOR=1.97, 95% CI (1.06–3.56), p=0.021). A unit reduction in eGFR was also associated with HbA1c≥7% (AOR=0.99, 95% CI (0.98–1=0.031)). In a separate analysis, the data shows that 80.9% of the patients had dyslipidemia. In particular, 62.1% of the patients had TC≥200 mg/dL (risk factors: sex, hypertension, and HbA1c concentration), 81.6% had LDL‐C≥100 mg/dL (risk factors: sex and hypertension), 56.3% had TG≥150 (risk factors: sex, HbA1c, and waist circumference), 62.8% had abnormal HDL-C (risk factors: waist circumference), 78.3% had non‐HDL<130 mg/dL (risk factors: duration of disease, reduced estimated glomerular filtration rate, and HbA1c), and 45.3% had abnormal TG/HDL (risk factors: sex, age of patient, FPG, and waist circumference). Conclusions. The quality of care, as measured by glycemic and specific lipid targets, in this setting is suboptimal. Therefore, there is an urgent need for simultaneous improvements in both indicators. This will require evidence-based optimization of pharmacological and lifestyle interventions. Therefore, additional studies, preferably longitudinal studies with long follow-up, are required on multiple aspects of DM.

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