Indian pediatrics
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To study the diagnostic test characteristics of computed tomography (CT scan) in differentiating tuberculous (TBM) and pyogenic (PM) meningitis. ⋯ CT scan can be used to effectively distinguish TBM and PM.
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To asses the prevailing breastfeeding and infant feeding practices in rural areas. ⋯ Bottle feeding is quite prevalent even in rural areas and the infant feeding practices are far from satisfactory.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
Pharmacokinetics of isoniazid in pulmonary tuberculosis--a comparative study at two dose levels.
To compare the pharmacokinetic parameters and the clinical efficacy of isoniazid, administered in 10 mg/kg or 5 mg/kg to children suffering from pulmonary tuberculosis. ⋯ Isoniazid in a dose of 5 mg/kg administered with other antitubercular drugs appears adequate for treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis in children.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Comparison of dexamethasone and metoclopramide as antiemetics in children receiving cancer chemotherapy.
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To find out the incidence, outcome as well as antenatal, intrapartum and neonatal attributes of meconium stained amniotic fluid (MSAF). ⋯ Selective approach can be adopted for babies with MSAF reserving intratracheal suctioning at birth for depressed neonate or evidence of fetal distress in utero. Rest of the neonates only need careful observation after thorough oronasopharyngeal suctioning.