No role for antiseptics in routine pin site care in Ilizarov fixators: A randomised prospective single blinded control study

Introduction

Pin site infection is the commonest complication of Ilizarov external fixation. The aim of the study was to examine if use of antiseptics was superior over control and further if daily dressing was superior to weekly dressing in regular pin site care in reducing the burden of pin site infection in Ilizarov fixators.

Clinicopathological Profile of Myelomatous Pleural Effusion: Single-center Real-world Experience and Review of Literature

Background

Multiple myeloma (MM) is a hematologic malignancy of plasma cell origin. MM primarily affects bone marrow, but extramedullary sites can also be involved. Myelomatous pleural effusion (MPE) is an atypical and rare complication of MM. We aimed to systematically study the incidence and clinicopathologic profile of patients with MPE in a real-world setting.

Targeting MYC-driven replication stress in medulloblastoma with AZD1775 and gemcitabine

Journal of Neuro-Oncology - MYC-driven medulloblastomas are highly aggressive childhood tumors with dismal outcomes and a lack of new treatment paradigms. We identified that targeting replication...     

Intussusception in a premature neonate: A rare and often misdiagnosed clinical entity

Intussusception is a very rare cause of intestinal obstruction in neonates. It is of extremely rare occurrence among premature neonates. We present a case of 11-day-old premature neonate who presented with abdominal distension, intolerance to feeds, vomiting, significant bilious aspirate and bleeding per rectum. The initial diagnosis of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) led to a delay in the diagnosis. On exploratory laparotomy, it turned out to be a case of ileo-colic intussusception with Meckel''s diverticulum as a lead point. This site of intussusception (ileo-colic) and presence of a lead point among premature neonate is of exceedingly rare occurrence and very few such cases have been reported.In this article, the published work about clinical features and management on intussusceptions in premature neonates has been reviewed. The authors intend to highlight the difficulty in distinguishing the NEC and intussusception. Subtle clinical and radiological features which can help in differentiating the two conditions have been emphasized. This can avoid the delay in diagnosis and management which can prove critical. High index of suspicion with timely intervention is the key for optimizing outcome. A diagnosis of intussusception should always be considered in any preterm infant with suspected NEC.     

Resveratrol (3, 5, 4′-Trihydroxy-trans-Stilbene) Attenuates a Mouse Model of Multiple Sclerosis by Altering the miR-124/Sphingosine Kinase 1 Axis in Encephalitogenic T Cells in the Brain

Journal of Neuroimmune Pharmacology - Resveratrol (3,5,4′-trihydroxy-trans-stilbene) (RES) is a naturally-derived phytoestrogen found in the skins of red grapes and berries and has potential...     

Role of Interosseous Recurrent Artery Perforators in the Posterior Interosseous Artery Flap

The Posterior Interosseous Artery flap is a fasciocutaneous flap based on the Posterior Interosseous artery which lies invested by the fascial septum between the Extensor carpi ulnaris and Extensor Digiti Minimi where it gives off septocutaneous branches that spread out on the deep fascia to form longitudinal fascial arcades as well as supply the deep extensors. The conventional flap based on these perforators is restricted to the middle-thirds of the dorsum of forearm. Preservation of the perforators from the Interosseous Recurrent Artery by proximal ligation of the Interosseous Recurrent Artery and by protecting the index septum prolongation carrying the perforators of IRA can help us to recruit larger tissue in the flap. A total of 20 clinical cases and 10 cadaveric dissections were done to objectively define this technique.