International Medical Journal

Journal ID : IMJ-16-10-2021-1003

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Title : Soft tissue analysis of a non-extraction case using the Modified Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scale- A novel approach for aligner treatment result assessment

Abstract : In the words of T.S. Eliot,” Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go”. While fixed orthodontics is still the treatment of choice there are problems in relation to esthetics as well as in maintaining oral hygiene. Clear aligners have been designed keeping appearance and comfort in mind and at the same time can achieve esthetic results which are comparable to what we can achieve with fixed orthodontics. This case report depicts the use of aligners for treating a patient with Class I malocclusion. The patient had an orthognathic facial profile and visited the clinic mainly for esthetic concerns and wanted to correct her lower anterior crowding. Instead of fixed orthodontics the patient was asked to wear aligners and correct minor crowding present and then go in for veneers to minimize tooth reduction for the same. The patient was also looking to improve her soft tissue profile so initial estimation of her frontal soft tissue using the Modified Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scale (MFWS) showed a score of 2.5. A total of 25 aligners were used for treating the patient and on completion her MFWS rating improved to 0.5 which was seen as a significant improvement on her earlier score of 2.5. There were also corresponding improvements in her soft tissue cephalometric values such as her Naso-labial angle and lip to E-plane values. Published literature has shown a strong correlation between various dental, skeletal changes and the soft tissue profile. Analysis of the case was done using the Modified Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scale (MFWS) before and after the treatment to find out the improvement in soft tissue profile. Studies have shown the Modified Fitzpatrick Wrinkle scale to be a reliable clinically validated method to analyze the changes in skin folds before and after dermatological treatment..
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International Medical Journal

Journal ID : IMJ-16-10-2021-1002

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Title : Treatment of Vancomycin-Resistant Gram-Positive Bacterial Infections

Abstract : Vancomycin is effective in the treatment of infections caused by the vast majority of Gram- positive organisms. What's more worrisome is the rise in vancomycin resistance in clinical isolates of enterococci and staphylococci. There aren't many treatment options right now, so it's critical that we work to prevent their emergence and halt their spread by adhering to infection control procedures. In this study, we look at antibacterial alternatives to vancomycin for gram- positive bacteria that are resistant to it..
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International Medical Journal

Journal ID : IMJ-15-10-2021-1000

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Title : A CLINICAL STUDY OF DVT (DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS) IN LOWER LIMBS IN PATIENTS ADMITTED IN OUR HOSPITAL

Abstract : Deep venous thrombosis accounts for major number of deaths in patients who are hospitalized. The present study was done at our center to assess the occurrence of DVT in patients in surgical wards and the effectiveness of the various standard prophylactic methods in preventing DVT. A prospective study held from sept 2018 to Aug 2020 in patients undergoing major surgeries aged 18-60 years for a period of 2 years was conducted in our centre. Detailed history and thorough clinical examination as per the proforma with consent was done. Using Caprini score, the treatment was given based on ACCP guidelines and results tabulated. Maximum number of patients with DVT were between 51-60 years. According to Caprini risk assessment score, each group had 14, 37, 22 and 27 patients respectively. Among the 9 patients who developed DVT, 4 had moderate risk and 5 had high risk of developing DVT. The effectivity of prophylaxis as per ACCP guidelines in high risk group was 81.4 %. At the end of our study the conclusion was that all patients that are taken up/planned for major surgeries requires a detailed history on various factors which may lead to DVT post-surgery..
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International Medical Journal

Journal ID : IMJ-15-10-2021-999

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Title : A CLINICO ETIOLOGICAL STUDY OF FISTULA IN ANO WITH RADIOLOGICAL CORRELATION

Abstract : The Study was conducted in Dr. D. Y Patil Medical College of Dr.D.Y.Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune and was for a period of 3 years. Fistula in ano is a track lined by granulation tissue that connects the anal canal or rectum with skin. Fistula in ano is a common problem faced causing great amount of discomfort in patients. The aim was to study the etiology, clinical presentation, clinico- radiological correlation, and postoperative complications. The study group consisted of patients who were clinically diagnosed with 1o fistula-in-ano within 15- 75 years of age, and were clinically evaluated and investigated radiologically and followed up post operatively once in 3 weeks for the first 6 months, once every 6 months for a total period of 3 years. In our study fistula in ano was common in 30-39yr age group, and presented commonly with perianal discomfort with discharge and radiological investigation correlated with the intraop finding. The two most common complications were anal incontinence (to flatus and liquid stools) and recurrence. The fundamental principles of careful clinical evaluation, control of infection, identification of 1o and 2o fistulous tracts with excision for all lower type of fistula and adequate drainage of the wound can improve the healing rates with minimal morbidity and recurrence. MRI is useful for identifying the fistula type and its 2o tracts..
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International Medical Journal

Journal ID : IMJ-13-10-2021-998

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Title : Socket Preservation Using Dense PTFE Barrier after Tooth Extraction in Dog Model

Abstract : This study was designed to investigate the histological and hsitomorphometric changes in the sockets of third premolar teeth of dogs after being packed with dense PTFE, after one and two months from dental extraction. Four adult local breed male dogs were hunted from the street and selected for the study. The lower third premolar teeth of each dog were extracted surgically. The left third premolar socket of each dog was left as control while the right third premolar socket was packed with dense PTFE membrane. Two dogs were sacrificed after one month, and the other two dogs were sacrificed after two months from the surgical operation. The site of surgical extraction was sectioned and studied for histological and histomorphometric outcomes. The buccal and lingual alveolar width were non-significantly differed between d-PTFE treated sockets and control after one and two months. The percentage of bone was also comparable between the two groups. The use of d-PTFE membrane had no influence on bone healing..
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