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Research article:-Chemistry
*A. Kalaiselvan1, K. Gokulakrishnan2, T. Anand1 .
1Centre for Research and Development, PRIST University, Vallam, Tanjavur – 613 403, Tamilnadu, India
2Department of Chemistry, PRIST University, Vallam, Tanjavur – 613 403, Tamilnadu, India.
Abstract:- Andrographis paniculata is traditionally used for treating different aliments. The present investigation was carried out to determine the possible chemical components from Andrographis paniculata by GC-MS technique. This analysis revealed that the ethanol extract contains 2,5-Octadecadiynoic acid, methyl ester (27.83%), 1,2,3,5-Cyclohexanetetrol, (1à,2á,3à,5á)-(14.78%), 10-12-Pentacosadiynoic acid (12.25%), 2H-Pyran, 2-(7-heptadecynyloxy)tetrahydro-(7.69%), 9,12,15-Octadecatrienoic acid, 2-[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]-1-[[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]methyl]ethyl ester, (Z,Z,Z)-(6.98%) 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-2-nitro-(6.28%), 3-O-Methyl-d-glucose(5.36%), Phytol(2.63%).
Keywords:-Andrographis paniculata, GC-MS analysis, Acanthaceae.
Research article:-Orthopedics
* Arvind K. Bohra1, S.C.Vijayvergiya1, Rajesh Malav2, Purushottam Jhanwar1.
1 Assistant Professor,2S R, Department of Orthopedics, S.R.G. Hospital and Medical College, Jhalawar, Rajasthan, India.
Abstract: Aim: To compare the functional, clinical and radiological outcomes between open reduction with internal fixation of intrarticular fracture distal radius with locking compression volar T- plate and non locking volar T- plate. Methods: The study included patients with comminuted unstable intra-articular distal radius fracture treated by open reduction and internal fixation from Sept. 2008 to Sept. 2011, Out of total cases operated in Orthopedic department of S.R.G. Hospital , Jhalawar, we have included 22 cases of fracture distal end radius by open reduction and internal fixation . 11 were operated by using non-locking volar T- plate and 11 were operated with locking compression volar T- plate. Follow up of both the groups were done for 24-26 wks.The two groups were compared for range of motion(ROM) , clinical and radiological grounds. Results: All patients were assessed clinically and radio graphically after a mean follow-up duration of 24-26 weaks . Results were obtained according to functional criteria of Green and O’Brien Point System . We found that the clinical and radiological outcomes for the 2 groups were not significantly different. Conclusion: Open reduction and internal fixation of of distal radius fracture with volar T- plate radius locking and nonlocking in adults can restore articular congruity and result in good to excellent function. Though in severe osteoporotic fracture and severe cummunited fracture locking type volar T- plate is a better alternative mode of treatment.
Keywords:- Open reduction and internal fixation , range of motion, volar T- plate, Green and O’Brien point system, Sarmiento’s anatomical criteria.
Case study:-General surgery
*Satya Ranjan Patra1, V Srinivas2, GL Prasad3
1Associate Professor in General Surgery ,Madha Medical College And Hospital ,Thandalam Kovur Chennai 600122.India.
2Assistant Professor,3 Professor & HOD , General Surgery, PSI Medical College & Hospital ,Chinnaoutapalli Ganavaram, Andhra Pradesh 521286,India.
Abstract:- A case with recurrent small bowel obstruction, which was operated for a small bowel tumour four years ago, was operated upon and was found to be suffering with enteric stricture; enterocolic fistula and multiple mesenteric lymph nodes. Intestinal obstruction was managed by resection of the lesions and primary anastomosis of the intestine. Histo pathology revealed recurrent small bowel adenocarcinoma with lymphnode metastasis. Patient underwent 5- FU based chemotherapy and survived for twenty months.
Keywords:- Recurrent Small bowel adenocarcinoma, malignant obstruction, adjuvant chemotherapy.
Research article:-Engg Chemistry
M. Suneetha and K. Ravindhranath*
Department of Engg. Chemistry and Post Graduate Chemistry, Bapatla Engineering College (Autonomous), BAPATLA-522101, Guntur Dt., A.P., India.
Abstract:-The sorption abilities of powders of leaves, stems or ashes of Eichhornia plant have been explored in extracting Ammonia from polluted waters. Physicochemical parameters such as pH, sorbent concentration and equilibration time have been optimized for the maximum extraction of Ammonia. Successful procedures have been developed in removing quantitatively more than 80.0% of Ammonia from simulated waters. Anions like Chlorides, Fluorides, Sulphate, Phosphate and Carbonates have shown marginal interference while cations like Ca2+, Mg2+ Cu2+, Fe2+, Zn2+and Ni2+ have interfered to some extent. However, the % of extractability of Ammonia never comes down 67.0%. The adoptability of the methodologies developed in this work are tested with diverse samples collected from industrial effluents and naturally existing polluted lakes and it is found that the procedures are remarkably successful.
Keywords:- Ammonia, pollution control, bio-sorbents, applications.
Research article:- Medical microbiology
*Sangamesh M Malaji1., Gopal Bajaj.1 S.A.Kora.2, Satish Biradar.2, Renuprasad Chikkamath.3 1Assistant Prof., 2 Associate professor, 3 PG student, Department of Microbiology, S.Nijalingappa Medical College and H.S.K.Hospital & Research Center, Bagalkot, India.
Abstract:- Background and objectives: One of the common complaints of HIV infected patients is diarrhoea. Enteric parasites are major cause of diarrhoea in HIV infected individuals. The present study was undertaken to detect enteric parasites in HIV infected patients with diarrhoea at different levels of immunity. Methods: The study was carried out at S.N.M.C & H.S.K Hospital between June 2011to March 2012 among consecutively enrolled 50 HIV infected patients presenting with diarrhoea. Stool samples were collected and examined for enteric parasites by microscopy and special staining methods. Results:- Intestinal parasitic pathogens were detected in 44% patients, and the major pathogens included Cryptosporidium parvum (20%) the most common followed by Isospora belli (10%), Entamoeba histolytica (8%). In HIV infected patients with CD4 count <200cells/µl, C. parvum was the most commonly observed(54%) pathogen. Proportion of opportunistic pathogens in patients with CD4 count <200cells/µl was higher as compared with other two groups of patients with CD4 count 200-400 and CD4 count >400cells/µl. Interpretation and conclusions: Parasitic infections were detected in 44% HIV infected patients and low CD4 count was significantly associated with opportunistic infection. Detection of etiologic pathogens might help clinicians decide appropriate management strategies.
Key Words:- Diarrhoea- HIV – opportunistic parasites.