Socio-Epidemiological Correlates of Anemia Among Non-Pregnant Females of East and West Uttar Pradesh, India: A NFHS-5 Secondary Data Analysis Highlighting the Need for Precision Public Policy.

Anemia remains a persistent public health challenge in India, disproportionately affecting women and undermining maternal and reproductive health outcomes. Despite nationwide efforts, the burden of anemia continues to vary widely across regions, reflecting complex socio-demographic determinants. This study aims to identify region-specific risk factors for anemia among non-pregnant women in East and West Uttar Pradesh (UP), India, using data from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5).

Type R1 Single Coronary Artery Without Obstructive Disease: A Multimodal Imaging Approach.

Single coronary artery is a congenital anomaly defined by a solitary artery supplying the heart. It may present as angina in the absence of coronary obstruction. A 73-year-old man presented to our institution with chest pain and exertional dyspnea.

When Is the Broken Heart Most Dangerous? Assessing Risk Factors to Predict Inpatient Death in Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy: Analysis of the National Inpatient Sample for 2021.

Background: Takotsubo cardiomyopathy (TC) has a similar clinical presentation to acute coronary syndromes (ACS). As the prevalence and influence on clinical decisions of this condition are being increasingly recognized, prognostic factors have yet to be established. We applied known near-term acute coronary syndrome mortality risk factors to determine their prognostic value in TC.

Anticoagulation in Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease: A Critical Review.

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its advanced stage, end-stage renal disease (ESRD), affect millions worldwide and are associated with a paradoxical hemostatic imbalance-marked by both increased thrombotic and bleeding risks-which complicates anticoagulant use and demands clearer, evidence-based clinical guidance.

Design: This study is a critical review synthesizing the current literature on anticoagulant therapy in CKD and ESRD, with emphasis on altered pharmacokinetics, clinical complications, and therapeutic adjustments.

Data Sources: PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar were searched for articles discussing anticoagulation in CKD/ESRD, focusing on pharmacokinetics, clinical outcomes, and dosing recommendations.

The Efficacy and Safety of Ferric Carboxymaltose in Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction and Iron Deficiency: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Iron deficiency (ID) often coexists with heart failure (HF), and its prevalence increases with the severity of HF. Intravenous ferric carboxymaltose (FCM) has been associated with improvements in clinical outcomes, functional capacity, and quality of life (QoL) in patients with HF and ID. However, while earlier studies showed favorable results, more recent studies have failed to demonstrate significant improvements in outcomes for patients with heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and ID.

Polymyxin-B induced Bartter-like syndrome: an unusual adverse effect.

Introduction And Importance: Bartter syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive disorder affecting renal tubular function leading to disturbances in electrolyte and volume homeostasis. It can also manifest as Bartter-like syndrome (BLS), a rare side effect of certain medications. Polymyxin-B, an antibiotic used to treat multidrug-resistant infections is infrequently associated with BLS.

Enhancing Quality of Life in Symptomatic Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation Patients: A Systematic Analysis of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Interventions.

Background: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) significantly impacts patients' lives, contributing to morbidity, reduced quality of life (QoL), and psychological distress. Conventional treatment approaches primarily focus on rhythm control through pharmacologic therapy, often overlooking the patient's holistic well-being.

Hypothesis: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a well-established intervention for modifying dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors, may provide a beneficial nonpharmacological approach to improving QoL in symptomatic PAF patients.

Exploring the link: Sturge-Weber syndrome and pituitary macroadenomas: A case report and review.

Sturge-Weber syndrome (SWS) is a rare congenital disorder marked by facial port-wine birthmarks, neurological impairments, and ocular anomalies. Our case report describes a 20-year-old man with SWS who presented with right-sided weakness, slurred speech, and oral dyskinesia. Laboratory studies demonstrated elevated prolactin levels, and imaging confirmed a pituitary macroadenoma.

Atopobium minutum: An uncommon culprit of severe bacteremia and empyema: A case report and literature review.

() has rarely been documented in human infections. However, this report describes a case involving a 52-year-old woman who developed empyema and lung collapse due to . She initially presented to the emergency department with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

Heme Oxygenase-1, Cardiac Senescence, and Myocardial Infarction: A Critical Review of the Triptych.

Purpose: Heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) is a crucial enzyme in heme metabolism, facilitating the breakdown of heme into biliverdin, carbon monoxide, and free iron. Renowned for its potent cytoprotective properties, HO-1 showcases notable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic effects. In this review, the authors aim to explore the profound impact of HO-1 on cardiac senescence and its potential implications in myocardial infarction (MI).

Cardiovascular complications during pregnancy: Advancing cardio-obstetrics.

As the incidence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) continues to rise among women of childbearing age, the pregnant population with pre-existing heart conditions presents a complex and heterogeneous profile. These women face varying degrees of risk concerning maternal cardiovascular, obstetric, and fetal complications. Effectively managing adverse cardiovascular events during pregnancy presents substantial clinical challenges.

Progressive supranuclear palsy: Neuropathology, clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, management, and emerging therapies.

Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized by the accumulation of 4R-tau protein aggregates in various brain regions. PSP leads to neuronal loss, gliosis, and tau-positive inclusions, such as neurofibrillary tangles, tufted astrocytes, and coiled bodies. These pathological changes mainly affect the brainstem and the basal ganglia, resulting in distinctive MRI features, such as the hummingbird and morning glory signs.

Bioprinting in cardiovascular medicine: possibilities, challenges, and future perspectives for low and middle-income countries.

Cardiovascular diseases stemming from various factors significantly impact the quality of life and are prevalent with high mortality rates in both developed and developing countries. In cases where pharmacotherapy proves insufficient and end-stage disease ensues, a heart transplant/surgical repair becomes the only feasible treatment option. However, challenges such as a limited supply of heart donors, complications associated with rejection, and issues related to medication compliance introduce an additional burden to the healthcare system and adversely affect patient outcomes.

Cardiovascular health amongst South Asian populations in British Columbia: A situational and comparative analysis of preventative strategies.

This analysis provides an overview of cardiovascular health among South Asian populations in British Columbia (BC), Canada utilizing peer-reviewed literature, alongside data from public health authorities and relevant jurisdictions. The analysis identified risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) amongst South Asians and discussed preventative public health strategies and interventions to mitigate disease burden. The situational analysis discussed the disproportionate increased risk for CVD in South Asians when compared to other ethnicities in BC, highlighting lifestyle choices, genetic predispositions, socio-economic status (SES), and post-migration-related challenges.

Preventing aspiration incidents: redesigning inhalers for enhanced safety: A case study of coin aspiration.

The conventional metered dose inhaler (MDI) has long served as a cornerstone in the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), affecting millions annually. Despite its advantages, a persistent challenge is seen in the form of patient education and the unchanged design of these inhalers since their inception in 1956. This lack of progress in MDI design has inadvertently contributed to incidences of foreign body inhalation.

Long-term impact of mediterranean diet on cardiovascular disease prevention: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Background: Dietary modification plays a pivotal role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD), with particular emphasis on the potential benefits associated with adopting a Mediterranean diet (MedDiet). Numerous observational studies have explored the impact of the MedDiet on CVD prevention, addressing both primary and secondary prevention. However, a substantial portion of the primary evidence comes from specific Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs), such as the Lyon Diet Heart Study, the Indo-Mediterranean Diet Heart Study, the PREDIMED Study, and the recent CORDIOPREV Study.