The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India
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J Assoc Physicians India · Dec 2015
Management of Acute Pulmonary Embolism: Consensus Statement for Indian Patients.
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is an important cause of morbidity and mortality among hospitalized patients. Although the exact epidemiology of PE is not known in India, Some of the studies show that more frequently it is missed and not managed appropriately leading to significant cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. Justification and purpose: Indian guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute PE are not yet formulated. The objective of this consensus statement is to propose a diagnostic and management approach for acute PE in India.
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J Assoc Physicians India · Dec 2015
Sex Differences in Cardiovascular Risk Factors among People with Diabetes in South India.
To assess the sex differences in the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors among patients with type 2 diabetes, visiting the hospital between March-December 2012. ⋯ Cardiovascular risk factors were highly prevalent among patients with type 2 diabetes attending a tertiary care centre in South India, with different risk profiles among men and women. We recommend a gender-sensitive approach in planning interventions (counseling and treatment) to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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J Assoc Physicians India · Dec 2015
Case ReportsIsolated Actinomycotic Swelling in Right Upper Cervical Region.
Cervicofacial actinomycosis is today a rare disease in our country. Isolated neck swelling due to actinomycosis is extremely rare. A case of 52 year old man with an isolated neck swelling due to actinomycosis without any discharging sinus is reported here.