Biomedicine

Introduction and Aim: The study examined the relationship between physical activity levels (PAL) and various physiological health indicators among college students that may serve as predictors or barriers to physical activity, and can inform health promotion strategies within this demographic. M…

Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder requiring long-term treatment with biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs). However, high costs and price variations among different brands pose significant barriers to treatment adherence in India. Objective…

Introduction and Aim: Probiotics are healthy bacteria that support gut health. They are also found in fermented foods and dietary supplements. This study examined the awareness and use of probiotics among adults. Materials and Methods: The survey was conducted using an online questionnaire with …

Introduction: Hypertension is a major medical and public health issue. As the age group increases, so does the incidence and prevalence of hypertension. Therefore, to rationalize medical care and make it more cost-effective, medical practitioners can monitor, assess, and recommend suitable impro…

Background: Diabetes constitutes a worldwide epidemic, with type 2 diabetes representing the predominant form and elevating the risk of various cardiovascular complications. Furthermore, patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) exhibit dysregulated glucose and lipid metabolism in their skel…

Background: Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) and subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH), are common endocrine disorders. Presence of both will have a prominent, augmented complex interaction with obvious interdependence. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a T2D complication. VPT assessment is a quantitative…

Background: Hemodialysis units, vital for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) management, face significant safety challenges due to complex technology and vulnerable patients. This study evaluates safety practices in a hemodialysis unit at a tertiary care teaching hospital in Hyderabad, India. Method…

Mucormycosis is a rare but rapidly progressive fungal infection predominantly affecting immunocompromised individuals. Subcutaneous mucormycosis in an immunocompetent host is extremely uncommon and diagnostically challenging. This case presents previously healthy patient with a rapidly progressi…

Introduction and Aim: Obesity is a rising public health issue in India, with the young generation particularly at risk. Lifestyle changes, increased screen time and altered sleep patterns are risk factors for obesity in students with high workload, and studies requiring significant digital acces…

Background: Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is among the most common causes of anterior knee discomfort, predominantly seen in young, active individuals. Due to its multifactorial origin, effective treatment must address both biomechanical misalignments and neuromuscular deficits. Emerging r…

Introduction and Aim: Hypertension (HTN) is a public health issue frequently linked with obesity. Both are connected with blood vessel remodelling, oxidative stress, and the imbalance of the matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and their inhibitor (TIMPs). The present study aims to explore the relat…

The research evaluates two in-vitro approaches for HIV-1 culture from stored samples, viz. infection of donor PBMC with patient plasma by spinoculation and co-culture of patient PBMC with donor PBMC. The evaluation of virus production depended on detection of p24 antigen in culture supernatant a…

Background: Pregnancy induces significant physiological changes, including alterations in lipid metabolism to support fetal development. However, exaggerated lipid shifts may contribute to complications such as gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH). Objecti…