Sakshi Agrawal

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A radicular cyst, also known as a periapical cyst or root end cyst, is a type of odontogenic cyst that is typically associated with permanent teeth. The radicular cyst usually is associated with maxillary central incisors followed by mandibular first molars. It occurs as a result of bacterial infection and pulpal necrosis which leads to inflammatory stimulation of the epithelial cell rests of Malassez along the periodontal ligament area of the tooth. Most cases of the radicular cyst are asymptomatic and they are diagnosed accidentally during routine radiographic examination. This article presents a case report of a 42-year-old male with an apical periodontal cyst associated with the maxillary anterior region. Early diagnosis and treatment planning is necessary. This article signifies the role of the surgeon in the early diagnosis and treatment plan of the cyst.

Uterine rupture is a rare, preventable catastrophic condition in obstetrics. It is associated with high fetal and maternal morbidity and mortality. Its timely diagnosis and swift management may result in better outcomes. Here, we study the presentations and outcomes of three cases of ruptured uterus in the third trimester. Three cases of uterine rupture were presented in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology between the 1st of April 2022 and the 31st of March 2023 in the third trimester, at 29, 33, and 37 weeks, respectively. The mean age of the patients was 25.33 (19-29) years. All three patients had a history of scarred uterus and were diagnosed with clinical suspicion of rupture. Other symptoms were hematuria and absent fetal cardiac activity in the second case; in the third case, she had tenderness in her previous cesarean section scar. Two out of three patients required urinary bladder repair and uterus repair. All patients did well after surgery, leading to no mortality. Our case series findings suggest that the clinical presentations of ruptured uterus vary. A history of previous cesarean section, and findings suggestive of peritonitis like tachycardia, shock, pallor, and absence of an intact uterus should raise suspicion of a ruptured uterus. Searching for non-gynecological causes in such clinical presentations might delay the crucial surgical intervention that leads to mortality, morbidity, and future obstetrics function.

AimThis study aims to evaluate the role of dentures and dietary advice on the nutritional status of complete edentulous patients using the mini nutritional assessment-short form (MNA®-SF).ObjectiveThe objective of this study is to assess patients’ nutrition using MNA®-SF before denture insertion and nutritional advice, to evaluate patients’ nutrition using MNA®-SF after denture insertion and nutritional advice at one month and three months, and to assess and compare pre- and post-insertion differences in nutrition using MNA®-SF.Material and MethodAn observational study was conducted among 50 completely edentulous patients using the MNA®-SF questionnaire. They were asked the questions at baseline and then after they were given complete dentures, after which they were recalled after one month and three months to assess the nutritional status using MNA®-SF. All the questions were in the native language, so it was easy to understand the question and respond to it.ResultIt was found that the patient’s nutritional status had significant changes, which shows that the dietary advice and complete denture affected the patient’s nutritional status.ConclusionsThis study helped assess the efficacy and application of MNA®-SF in completely edentulous patients. In this study, we provided nutritional guidance to patients in addition to complete denture prostheses to encourage them to have healthy eating habits.

Recently, nanotechnology has garnered significant interest across various fields due to its emerging and diverse applications. Numerous investigators have proposed that chitosan nanoparticles (CSNPs) stand out as some of the most promising nanomaterials for facilitating various activities. Chitosan, a natural biopolymer established through the deacetylation of chitin, has been extensively studied using interdisciplinary approaches for a wide range of applications. Chitosan biomaterials exhibit distinctive attributes, including biodegradability, muco-adhesion, and biocompatibility, as well as a broad spectrum of antibacterial and antifungal properties. Furthermore, chitosan stands as the sole naturally occurring cationic polysaccharide, and it can be chemically tailored into various derivatives, depending on the intended role and utilization. The potential applications of chitosan are vast and intriguing, with many yet to be fully explored and understood. The unique characteristics of chitosan have sparked growing attentiveness in pharmaceutical industries and biomedical areas around the globe. The characteristics of chitosan like its biocompatibility, and anti-inflammatory effects hold the potential to yield promising outcomes in wound healing and periodontal care following tooth extractions. The objective of this study is to provide an overview of potential applications of chitosan in the field of dentistry.

A group of Nepalese activists in the past decade have ump-started the effort in Nepal to get back thousands of artifacts that were stolen or looted.

Rectus sheath hematoma is a well-recognized, uncommon clinical entity and may not be the initial consideration when evaluating a postpartum patient with abdominal pain or mass. Here, we report three cases of postpartum rectus sheath hematomas (RSH) managed during the last three years. The mean age of the patient was 28 (25-30) years. All patients had a history of cesarean section and presented with pain and distension in the abdomen. The cesarean was performed eight days, one day, and three days in cases 1, 2, and 3, respectively, before presentation to the hospital. Two (Cases 1 and 3) of the three patients received conservative care and were discharged in stable condition. One patient (Case 2) who was operated on for RSH and hemoperitoneum expired due to multiorgan dysfunction syndrome (MODS). Our case series suggests that, depending on the severity of the hematoma and the hemodynamic condition of the patient, RSHs may require medical intervention ranging from conservative management to surgical treatment. Early diagnosis and intervention help prevent hazardous complications and prevent maternal morbidity and mortality.

At Art Basel Hong Kong this past March, the Nepali artist Tsherin Sherpa unveiled his latest installation, a 30-foot-long runner woven by artisans from Kathmandu titled Stairways to Heaven.