Revisiting ultrasonographic soft markers of aneuploidy: A thoughtful analysis in low-risk and screening naïve Indian antenatal women.

This study aimed to assess the prevalence of soft markers on second-trimester sonography in low-risk and screening naïve Indian antenatal women and determine their association with aneuploidy. Soft markers were evaluated through ultrasound, and likelihood ratios (LRs) and modified risk (MR) for aneuploidy were calculated. Pregnant women with a MR >1:250 underwent genetic counseling and invasive testing, whereas those with a lower risk received follow-up.

Assistive Artificial Intelligence in Epilepsy and Its Impact on Epilepsy Care in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.

Epilepsy, one of the most common neurological diseases in the world, affects around 50 million people, with a notably disproportionate prevalence in individuals residing in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Alarmingly, over 80% of annual epilepsy-related fatalities occur within LMICs. The burden of the disease assessed using Disability Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) shows that epilepsy accounts for about 13 million DALYs per year, with LMICs bearing most of this burden due to the disproportionately high diagnostic and treatment gaps.

Challenges in Minimally Invasive Choledochal Cyst Surgery.

Introduction: Choledochal cyst (CDC) is a rare congenital anomaly requiring surgical excision and bilioenteric reconstruction. Laparoscopic techniques have gained traction for their superior visualization, minimal postoperative pain, and cosmetic benefits.

Materials And Methods: A retrospective review of 41 pediatric CDC excision and repair performed laparoscopically at a tertiary care center in India from July 2018 to February 2024 was conducted.

Surgical Management of Groove Pancreatitis: Lessons Learnt and Long-Term Experience.

Background: Groove pancreatitis (GP) is a rare form of focal chronic pancreatitis characterized by inflammation in the anatomic space between the duodenal wall and the head of the pancreas. This study aims to review the surgical experience in diagnosing and managing GP at a tertiary healthcare center in India.

Methods: A single-center, retrospective, cross-sectional study was conducted at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Jodhpur, between January 2017 and December 2023.

Rare Masqueraders of Pure Neuritic Leprosy: A Report of Four Cases.

Introduction: Hansen's disease is a chronic, infective granulomatous skin disease with a wide array of manifestations that resemble many dermatological and neurological conditions. Pure neuritic Hansen's disease is a familiar form among leprosy physicians, and it poses significant diagnostic difficulty. Various disorders can mimic leprosy neuropathy clinically and these patients may receive multidrug therapy in endemic areas due to the commonality of leprosy.

Congenital cytomegalovirus pneumonia presents as pleural effusion in infancy.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is one of the most common congenital infections. We present a case of an infant who presented with respiratory distress since birth with a normal antenatal history. The infant had bilateral pleural effusion.

Functional Rehabilitation - an Integral Component for Quality of Life in the Holistic Management of COVID-19 Associated Mucormycosis.

To evaluate the quality of life in the post maxillectomy patients due to Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) associated Mucormycosis (CAM) following rehabilitation with obturators. The study also described the management and treatment outcomes of CAM patients. The study included 80 confirmed patients of CAM.

Can Ultrasound Spot the Culprit - Evaluating the Effectiveness of Ultrasonography in Precisely Diagnosing Acute Appendicitis in Children.

Introduction: Acute appendicitis is a common surgical emergency in children, often requiring imaging for confirmation due to diverse presentations. While computed tomography scan is favored in many centers for its sensitivity, it comes with radiation exposure and higher costs. Ultrasonography, being radiation-free and cost-effective, is gaining popularity, especially in pediatric cases.