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Let us now read the parasitic intestinal worms also known as soil-transmitted helminths. World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates more than 1.5 billion people or 24% of the world‘s population are infected with soil-transmitted helminths. Asia alone accounts for 70% of this burden where national population prevalence is 21% being higher in rural population as compared that in urban … Read more
Pneumothorax Definition The presence of air within the pleural cavity is called as Pneumothorax. Pneumothorax Classification 1) Spontaneous Pneumothorax Primary Pneumothorax Secondary Pneumothorax 2) Traumatic Pneumothorax Non-iatrogenic Pneumothorax Iatrogenic Pneumothorax Spontaneous Pneumothorax Pneumothorax occurring in the absence of trauma may be described as spontaneous. Presents in 3 ways: Open Pneumothorax- air moves freely in & out of … Read more
Hyperemesis gravidarum (Excessive Vomiting in Pregnancy ) is a pregnancy complication characterized by severe nausea, vomiting, weight loss, and possibly dehydration. This post includes everything you want to know about Hyperemesis gravidarum. Objectives:- At the end of the session, the trainee will be able to diagnose and Manage Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Definition of Hyperemesis Gravidarum:- It is … Read more
Puerperal sepsis is a potential complication during postpartum due to infections. It is one of the leading causes of postpartum mortality in the world. Postpartum infections, also known as childbed fever and puerperal fever, are any bacterial infections of the female reproductive tract following childbirth. Puerperal Sepsis Definition:- What is the meaning of puerperal sepsis? Puerperal sepsis … Read more