JNMA; journal of the Nepal Medical Association
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Jul 2024
Anthropometric Measurements of Foot in Undergraduate Medical Students of a Medical College: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study.
Anthropometry is one of the important parameters for differentiation of sex which varies significantly based on hereditary, geographical, racial, sexual, and other factors. This study was done to provide baseline foot anthropometric data for Nepali medical students to improve the accuracy of stature estimations and enhance forensic and clinical applications. The aim of the study was to calculate anthropometric measurements of foot in undergraduate medical students of a medical college. ⋯ This study provides mean values of different measurements of the right and left foot of both sexes of the age group of 18-24 years in the students of a medical college.
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Mumps is a highly contagious viral infection caused by paramyxovirus. It usually presents with fever and parotid gland swelling. ⋯ The incidence of mumps infection is increasing in Nepal. This paper aims to advocate for the introduction of vaccination against mumps in the national immunization schedule.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Jul 2024
Preterm Neonates Admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study.
Prematurity is a significant cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality, especially in low-income and middle-income countries like Nepal. However, there is a paucity of data regarding its burden. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and outcomes of preterm neonates admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit of a tertiary care hospital. ⋯ The prevalence of preterm neonates was similar to other studies done in similar settings.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Jul 2024
Case ReportsLevamisole Induced Agranulocytosis in a Child with Steroid Dependent Nephrotic Syndrome: A Case Report.
Levamisole has been used as an effective immunomodulator. Levamisole has been used for nephrotic syndrome due to its immunostimulant, immunomodulating, and steroid-sparing effects. ⋯ This is a case report of a 5-year-old girl who had steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome for which she was started on levamisole as per her weight, following which she had falling total leukocyte count levels on every visit. Thus, this case report emphasizes identifying this rare side effect and its management.
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JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc · Jul 2024
Vaginal Microflora in High Vaginal Swab in Prelabour Rupture of Membrane: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study.
Premature rupture of membrane (PROM) refers to the disruption of the fetal membrane before the beginning of labor, resulting in spontaneous leakage of amniotic fluid. Cervicovaginal infection is an important risk factor of PROM and can lead to complications to mother and the child. This study aimed to delineate the bacterial patterns found in PROM so that the ideal appropriate responsive antibiotics can be chosen. ⋯ This study reveals diverse microorganisms in premature rupture of membrane cases, with E. coli being the most common. Identifying these bacterial patterns is essential for selecting effective antibiotics, improving maternal and neonatal outcomes, and reducing morbidity and mortality by early detection and treatment of vaginal infections.