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Aims The aim of this study is to investigate the prevalence, impact of health determinants on non-communicable diseases (NCDs), and multimorbidity among urban elderly in India. Methods This is a cross-sectional study involving a total of 1,671 (870 male and 801 female) respondents aged 60-80 years. Multistage sampling was used for the recruitment of the participants. A total of 12 sample areas from 12 cities of six southern states of south India were selected. Through survey form, information regarding demographic characteristics, health-influencing lifestyle factors, and history of nine NCDs was collected. Results The mean age of participants was 68.5 ± 6.01 years.. The prevalence of hypertension was 40.4%, followed by diabetes (31.2%), arthritis (22.1%), sensory impairment (10.1%), heart diseases (7.8%), and dyslipidemia (7.0%). 74.1% of participants had at least one morbidity, and 40.0% of people had multimorbidity. Being overweight is the highest risk health determinant for hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, stroke, and joint pain. Obese people have 64% more risk of hypertension than people with normal BMI. People with disturbed sleep have increased risk of hypertension, high cholesterol, and joint pain by more than 80% compared to people with proper sleep. Among the modifiable health determinants of obesity, disturbed sleep, constipation, and physical activity up to 30 minutes were positively associated with multimorbidity. Those in the age group of 70 to 80 years have a high risk for NCDs and multimorbidity compared to those in the age group of 60 to 70 years. Conclusions A healthy lifestyle is necessary to reduce the burden of NCDs among the elderly. Developing holistic health policies seems an urgent need.In the geriatric population, intertrochanteric fractures are exceptionally high because they have osteoporosis. Extracapsular fractures of the proximal section of the femur are known as intertrochanteric fractures. The surgical intervention combined with physiotherapy aids in the achievement of functional objectives. After a fall in the restroom, an X-ray revealed an intertrochanteric fracture of the left hip in an 80-year-old female patient. The concern regarding the surgical intervention was the age and associated co-morbidities. The patient was given physiotherapy for ten weeks after surgical intervention and skeletal traction, which comprised the multidisciplinary approach. The intervention is substantially directed toward balance retraining and improving functional independence. The case report suggests that a structured physiotherapy rehabilitation protocol improved the patient's functional abilities and successful recovery.Introduction Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in people with type 2 diabetes. The assessment of additional risk factors for cardiovascular disease among diabetes patients and comparing current practices with the best practices can improve patient care. The aim of this study was to assess these additional risk factors and awareness of them among adult patients with diabetes mellitus. Materials and methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in the general medical wards at District General Hospital Kilinochchi from June 2021 through August 2021 and included 421 patients. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 28. Results Most patients (70.1%) were women, and their mean age was 57.4 years. Their lifestyle-related risk factors included being overweight (9%) or obese (2.1%), smoking (8.8%), consuming alcohol (2.4%), insufficient physical activity (23.5%), and not meeting the Sri Lankan dietary guidelines for the consumption of fruits and vegetable (75.3%). In addition, 3.3% were suffering from chronic kidney disease, 6.2% from micro-albuminuria, 49.4% from hypertension, and 67.7% from hypercholesterolemia. Further, 11.4% (CI 8.6-11.7%) had uncontrolled diabetes, only 40.1% had low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels within the target range, and only 16.2% had systolic blood pressure within the target range. Conclusions The findings presented here indicate the existence of significant gaps similar to those found in the literature regarding lifestyle modifications and recommended practices for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. As a result, it may be necessary to address physicians' inertia in regard to the implementation of best practices, and there is a clear need to educate patients during their visits to reinforce the importance of lifestyle modifications.

Glioblastoma (GB) represents the most aggressive type of glioma with a poor prognosis despite the therapies used. As of today, data availability for therapeutic and prognosis experiences is limited.The cornerstone for this study is to create a framework overview of Mexico´sexperience throughout 17 years of research.

Retrospective analysis from 2000 to 2017including patients with a histological diagnosis of GB was performed. Data were collected from the ABC Medical Center and the Neurology and Neurosurgery National Institute.

One hundred and thirty-seven patients were included with a mean age of 54 years. Histological diagnosis was made in all patients, of which 58.1% had a total resection, 31.6% had a partial resection, and 10.3% of them underwent biopsy. In all cases, patients received treatment under the following conditions10 patients were treated exclusively with stereotactic radiotherapy (RT). In 55 patients, a combination of RT and TMZ was used, the other 40 patients received RT plus CBP. Eighteenour population reports favorable and superior results compared to the ones described in the literature. Further studies are necessary to know the biological behavior of our population.Orbital implant materials have evolved greatly over the past century and include but are not limited to metal, ceramic, polymer, silicone, and glass. Knowledge of historically used materials is clinically relevant to patient care as certain materials carry a greater risk of migration, extrusion, infection, and limitations for imaging modalities utilized to visualize adjacent structures. We report an unusual case of an 80-year-old male who presented to our community hospital with seizure-like activity. CT imaging of the brain revealed several white matter and cortex lesions with the largest lesion measuring 2.5 × 2 × 1.9 cm. The patient had a history of enucleation with placement of an orbital implant following a penetrating injury to the left eye at four years of age. Hounsfield scale analysis was read by radiology as being most consistent with a thin metallic shell surrounding the orbital implant. The potential for metallic material was consistent with the implant's age and time of placement. Few reviews on ocular implant materials from this period exist in the current medical literature. A single case report discussing a hollow metal orbital implant with similar-appearing imaging was identified. Due to concern for possible metal implant materials, the patient underwent implant exchange so MRI imaging could safely be performed. Intraoperatively, the implant was identified as a clear, hollow, non-metallic, non-porous polymer sphere. Apoptozole Following surgery, the patient was able to undergo appropriate neuroimaging with subsequent diagnostic biopsy. Current literature reviewing CT or photographic imaging of ocular implant devices prior to the 1940s is limited. This case highlights the importance of detailing materials historically used in orbital implants, their effects on clinical decision-making, and the utility of Hounsfield scale values to identify a material's radiodensity on CT imaging.Infected wounds can be really hard to manage in cases of open fractures, chronic osteomyelitis, and superficial infection. When the skin is damaged, bacteria can quickly enter the underlying tissue and cause a potentially fatal infection. Regular wound dressing with antimicrobial agents has become available in vials as a way to decrease the chance of bacterial colonization and infection and speed up the healing of wounds. In this report, we discuss the shoelace suture technique and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) infiltration in the wound. Due to its ability to stimulate and fasten the healing of wounds, PRP is becoming more and more popular. The progressive suture approximation (the shoelace technique) is an easy and effective technique for gently approximating the skin borders. The cytokines and growth factors in PRP play a critical role in the healing process. Hence, the combination of these two techniques will reduce the need for hospitalization, lead to better aesthetic outcomes, and reduce healthcare costs.Postoperative delirium (POD) and postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) pose increased morbidity and mortality, especially to elderly patients. The effect of anesthesia is debatable. The databases of PubMed, EMBASE, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library and Web of Science were searched from inception until 24 February 2022 to identify randomized-controlled trials (RCTs) studying the effect of depth of anesthesia on POD and POCD primarily. Data on length of hospital stay and mortality were also extracted. Trial sequential analysis was also performed. Seventeen studies were eligible for systematic review and 15 studies of 5392 patients were eligible for meta-analysis. High bispectral index (BIS) favored a reduction in POD and POCD at three months. We found no significant difference between High BIS and Low BIS for mini-mental state exam (MMSE) score and POCD on day 7. However, this did not translate to a significant difference in length of stay and mortality. The data was also underpowered and heterogeneous. Future RCTs should focus on high-risk patients. A standardized methodology of reporting postoperative delirium and cognitive dysfunction is needed to improve comparisons across trials.Pediatric growing skull fractures are complications that usually occur due to delays in management. In this report, we present the case of a three-year-old girl who was brought to the outpatient department with a complaint of swelling in her scalp. The patient had a history of swelling after suffering a head injury at the age of six months. There was no history of specific neurological impairments or seizures, despite the swelling being reported to have grown gradually in size. The current case is being reported since early evaluation of pediatric patients with a head injury, regardless of any neurological shortfalls, should be thoroughly worked up to prevent any progressively growing cranial defects. The subtlety of these pediatric head injury cases tends to cause misdiagnosis, which can delay management and can cause complications, as with this patient. Extended observation, intensive supportive care, and neurosurgery are considered when dealing with these seemingly innocuous cases.Coronary artery fistulas represent rare congenital or acquired defects in the coronary circulation. We describe a case of bilateral coronary to pulmonary artery fistulas resulting in coronary artery steal syndrome in a patient with a history of valve-sparing aortic repair surgery.Three clinical scenarios, premature labor; inescapable abortion; and incompetent cervix, result in the dilatation of endocervical canals before term. Ultrasonography is the modality of choice for confirming the above conditions. Here, we discuss a case of preterm primigravida with complaints of bleeding per vagina with the dilated cervix and prolapsed membranes with fetal parts within.