iosr-JDMS   Volume-13 ~ Issue-1 ~ January-2014

Abstract: Establishing sex by the foot print study is rather a new approach in the ever expanding research subject of human identity. The Foot Print Ratio (FPR) is derived as a ratio between the two parameters of the foot prints i.e. the maximum width and maximum length, measured in millimeters. Four hundred dermatoglyphic foot prints of 100 males &100 females were obtained from the staff and undergraduate students of Government Medical College Aurangabad. Maximum Length and Maximum Breadth were calculated. The Footprints Ratio (FPR) for both left and right foot prints of each individual in the study group was calculated separately and values obtained were analyzed statistically. Statistical analysis showed that Foot Print Ratio have a significant difference in the mean values for both feet in both sexes. There is a low coefficient of variation. The P values are also are significant. A standard FPR value was derived. Utilizing these values sex determination was done by comparing it with the each of the already calculated FPR values. The percentage accuracy of establishing sex by this method is 80% which is significant.
Key words: Foot print, foot print ratio, maximum length, maximum breadth.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Skeletal And DentoalveolarChanges Seen In Class II Div 1 Mal-Occlusion Cases Treated With Twin Block Appliance- A Cephalometric Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Suchita Tarvade (Daokar) || Dr. Sheetal Yamyar || Dr. Charushila Choudhari || Dr. Suhas Biday
	:	10.9790/0853-13180509

Abstract: Class II malocclusion is commonly seen problem in orthodontic practice1. Its most consistent finding is mandibular skeletal retrusion2. .During the last ten years Twinblock developed W.J Clark1. Due to its simplicity of construction and less bulkiness, it has gained increased popularity with the patients as well as with the orthodontist. The present studies have been designed to cephalometrically evaluate skeletal and dentoalveolar changes seen with uses of Twinblock appliance in class II malocclusion with deficient mandible1. The study was carried out on 12 growing children of Class II div 1 malocclusion in the age group of 9 -13yrs. in present study conclusive evidence of skeletal, dento- alveolar changes leading to correction of class II div 1 malocclusion with Twin block , a functional appliance, has been established.

[1] Antanas,Sidlauaskas: The effects of the Twin –block treatment on skeletal and dentoalveolarchanges in Class II Div I malocclusion. Medicina (Kaunas), 41(5), 2005
[2] SharmaAK,Sachdeva V et al: Skeletal and dentoalveolar changes concurrent to use of Twin block appliance in ClassII division I cases with a deficient mandible:Acephalometric study. Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry. Vol 30, Issue 3, Jul-Sep 2012
[3] OmarYaqoob, Andrew T et al: Use of the Clark Twin block functional appliance with and without an upper labial bow; a randomized controlled trial. Angle orthodontist, Vol 82, No 2, 2012.
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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Comperative study of biotin, streptovidin -ELISA and peroxidase - ELISA for the estimation of TSH in thyroid diseases
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Sumi Mukhopadhyay || Indranil Dhar || Debasish Ray Burman || Debkumar Ray
	:	10.9790/0853-13181014

Abstract: Background: Current medical needs dictate that laboratories offer thyrotropin (TSH) assays that can reliably measure low TSH. The protocol for determining the functional sensitivity of TSH assays specifies analyses of serum samples with two reagent lots over a 6- to 8-week period. Methods: Accordingly, the objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of two TSH ELISA assay methods. Sensitivity was evaluated by comparing the level of TSH hormone by testing a range of human serum samples with at least 2 reagent lots for each method. Results: Both ELISA methods were able to detect hormone levels in the sera, but detection was very significantly (t test, P<0.05) greater with the biotin- streptavidin ELISA in sera from human serum samples than in the peroxidase ELISA. The sensitivity of the biotin- streptavidin ELISA was further enhanced by redefining the calibration curve pattern characteristics, using low end calibrators. With the usage of several statistical considerations (regression analysis) and mathematical curve fitting models lower levels of TSH hormone could be successfully evaluated for early hyperthyroid case detection.
Key Words: ELISA, Calibration curve, regression model, hyperthyroidism.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Evaluation of different diagnostic methods of bacterial vaginosis
Country	:	Egypt
Authors	:	Gamal F. M. Gad || Ahmed R. El-Adawy || Mohammed S. Mohammed || Abobakr F. Ahmed || Heba A. Mohamed
	:	10.9790/0853-13181523

Abstract: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is an ecological disorder of the vaginal microbiota that affects millions of women annually, and is associated with numerous adverse health outcomes including pre-term birth and the acquisition of sexually transmitted infections. This study aimed to determine the incidence rate of bacterial vaginosis among women and examine the effect of some risk factors and demographic features on BV incidence. Also aimed to compare between the different methods of BV diagnosis. The results revealed that from the 100 patients, 33% were diagnosed as bacterial vaginosis, 23% were having candidiasis, 8% aerobic vaginitis, 3% trichomoniasis and 33% were normal. The highest number of BV positive cases was in the age group of (26-35)Yrs, 94% of the 33 BV positive cases were using vaginal douches and 94% were married. BV positive cases using IUD were equal to BV positive cases using hormonal contraceptives including injection and tablets (12/33, 36.4%). BV was diagnosed in 33%, 38%, 36%, 30% and 34% of patients using Gram stain, culture, Amsel criteria, BV Blue test® and qPCR respectively. When the different diagnostic methods were compared to Gram stain as a gold standard, qPCR had the highest sensitivity, accuracy and negative predictive value while BV Blue test had the highest specificity and positive predictive value.
Key words: Bacterial vaginosis, Nugent score, Amsel criteria, BVBlue test.

[1]. Z. Ling, J. Kong, F. Liu, H. Zhu, X. Chen, Y. Wang, L. Li, K.E. Nelson, Y. Xia, and C. Xiang, Molecular analysis of the diversity of vaginal microbiota associated with bacterial vaginosis, BMC Genomics, 11, 2010, 488-504.
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[4]. Y. Taj, D. Nasir, N. Kahkashan, and A. Anjum, Sensitivity and specificity of rapid clinical diagnostic test for bacterial
vaginosis and its analytical value, J Dow Uni Health Sci., 6(3), 2012, 91-94.
[5]. J.P. Menard, F. Fenollar, D. Raoult, L. Boubli, and F. Bretelle, Self-collected vaginal swabs or the quantitative real-time Polymerase Chain reaction assay of Atopobium vaginae and Gardnerella vaginalis and the diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis, Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis., 31, 2012, 513-518.

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Review on Flexible Spiral Wire Retainer
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Mohamed Parshan K. A. || Dr. Ravindra Kumar Jain
	:	10.9790/0853-13182426

Abstract: Maintaining newly moved teeth in position, long enough to aid in stabilizing their correction.Bonded retainers are type of retainers which does not require patient`s compliance ,invisiblity and long-term retention. This type of retainers also can produce rare undesirable tooth movement and effects on periodontium which is discussed in our review.
Keywords: Flexible spiral wire retainers, bonded retainers, multistranded wire retainers.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Advanced Drug Delivery Systems in Treating Periodontal Diseases-A Review
Country	:	India
Authors	:	G. Harini || G. Kaarthikeyan
	:	10.9790/0853-13182732

Abstract: Periodontal disease is a world-wide prevalent chronic infection which is caused by acummulation of specific microrganisms or group of microrganisms in the dental plaque,resulting in progressive loss of the alveolar bone around the teeth with increased probing depth and recession or both.If left untreated it can lead to loosening and subsequent loss of teeth.It prevails in all groups,ethinicities ,races and both the gender.[1]Controlled drug delivery systems represents one of the most rapidly advancing areas of science and numerous advantages include improved efficacy ,reduced toxicity and improved patients compliance and convinence.Many advanced drug delivery systems are being introduced for the intrapocket delivery of drugs at the diseased site.Non-degradable and degradable systems have been developed for the delivery of antimicrobial agents,bio-absorable dental materials,gels,ointments,films,injectables and microcapsules.
Keywords: Drug delivery, Advanced systems, Nanotechnology.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Harmonic Scalpel versus Conventional Technique of Tonsillectomy- A Prospective Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Kumaran Alias Ramesh Colbert || A. Dayanand || M. Ravi Sankar
	:	10.9790/0853-13183336

Abstract: Tonsillectomy is the one of the most commonly performed surgical procedure in the department of otorhinolaryngology. There are different methods of tonsillectomy techniques used today with the aim of providing more comfort and less morbidity to patients. Postoperative bleeding and Pain are the most common complications. This study evaluated the Operative time, Intraoperative blood loss, Postoperative pain ,Hospital stay and Cost effectiveness of tonsillectomy performed by Harmonic scalpel as compared to Conventional dissection technique. This is a prospective randomized study where in fifty patients were divided into two groups of equal number. In one group, the tonsillectomy was performed by Harmonic scalpel and in the other group by Conventional dissection technique. Amount of blood loss is significantly reduced in the harmonic group. Total postoperative pain and operative time slightly higher for harmonic scalpel group. There is no significant difference in hospital stay and post operative complications. Harmonic scalpel tonsillectomy has shown to be useful, safe, easy and reliable method of performing tonsillectomy.
Key words: Harmonic scalpel, Tonsillectomy.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Impact of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis (Ht) On Periodontal Treatment – A Case Report
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Anitha G. || Dr. Nagaraj M.
	:	10.9790/0853-13183740

Abstract: Periodontitis is a multifactorial disease with microbial dental plaque as the initiator of periodontal disease. However the manifestation and progression of the disease is influenced by a wide variety of determinants and factors. The strongest type of causal relationship is the association of systemic disease and periodontal disease. Similarly, we present a case of Hashimoto's thyroiditis which altered the periodontal therapy. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease seen in children and women. A female patient diagnosed as chronic periodontitis was treated with periodontal flap surgical procedure with bone grafting as and where required. The 3 month reassessment showed fair prognosis obvious changes. However a year later the patient's periodontal status was severely deteriorated. Medical reports revealed Hashimoto's thyroiditis. A possible association of Periodontitis and Hashimoto's thyroiditis is considered in the case report.
Key words: Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Periodontitis, Stress.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Infrarenal Aortoiliac Aneurysm In Young Female With No Predisposing Factor: A Case Report
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Sarvesh Sharma || Anula Sisodia || Sanjeev Devgarha || Rajendra Mohan Mathur
	:	10.9790/0853-13184142

Abstract: Abdominal aortic aneurysm is a common and potentially fatal condition upon rupture, that warrants screening, early diagnosis and treatment to reduce mortality. There are various risk factors, which causes aortic aneurysm. They are smoking history, male gender, old age, family history of AAA, coronary artery disease, COPD etc. Here we present a case of 30 years old female having abdominal aortic aneurysm despite not having any risk factors or general causes of abdominal aortic aneurysm. Pt. was operated by transperitoneal approach and aortobiiliac Anastmosis was done with PTFE graft. Post operative period was uneventful.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Peri-Implantitis: Management of Ailing, Failing & Failed Dental Implants
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Ravi P. Popat || Dr. Neeta V. Bhavsar || Dr. Parita R. Popat
	:	10.9790/0853-13184346

Abstract: Dental implants are widely used now-a-days for rehabilitation of partial & complete edentulous. Although many literatures regarding dental implant reported to have long term success rate, failure of dental implant is not uncommon.Peri-implant disease is characterized by an inflammatory reaction in the tissues surrounding an implant. Peri-implant disease should be diagnosed & treated as soon as possible to prevent implant failure. This literature review deals with various aspects ofperi-implant disease& its management.
Keywords: Dental Implants, Peri-implant Diseases, Peri-implantitis, Peri-implant Pathology.

[1] Academy Report: Peri-Implant Mucositis and Peri-Implantitis: A Current Understanding of Their Diagnoses and Clinical Implications. Journal of Periodontology, 84(4), 2013, 436-443.
[2] M. Sanz, I.L. Chapple. Clinical research on peri-implant diseases: Consensus report of Working Group 4. Journal ofClinical Periodontology, 39(12s), 2012, 202-206.
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[4] M.A. Atieh, N.H. Alsabeeha, C.M. Faggion Jr., W.J. Duncan. The frequency of peri-implant diseases: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Journal of Periodontology, 84(11), 2013, 1586-1598.
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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Is Smoking a Modifiable Risk Factor for Developing Pulmonary Tuberculosis
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Talha Saad || Abhay S Tirkey
	:	10.9790/0853-13184753

Abstract: India has very high rates of tuberculosis and smoked tobacco use among adults. Efforts to control both tobacco use and tuberculosis in India need to be addressed. Our objective is to examine the role of smoking as a risk factor for the development of pulmonary tuberculosis. Methods - A total of 613 TB patients frequency matched with 1226 controls were interviewed by using a structured questionnaire. The associations between cigarette smoking and risk of TB were estimated by computing odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (95% CIs) from logistic regression model. Patients' smoking behavior and patterns of smoking cessation were followed after TB diagnosis. Results - The proportion of cigarette smoking was 54.6% in TB cases, which was significantly higher than that in controls (45.1%) with adjusted OR of 1.93(95% CI: 1.51–2.48) Conclusion - Cigarette smoking was associated with lifetime TB infection and the association was most evident among the heaviest smokers (> 1 pack per day, > 30 pack years). Interventions of smoking cessation are recommended to be included in the current TB control practice.
Keywords: Diagnosis, India, smoking, tobacco, tuberculosis.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Occurrence Of Ocular Fundal Changes In Cases Of Infective Meningitis And Meningoencephalitis In Our Hospital
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Sanjay Pachapure || Dr. Mahesh B. S. || Dr. Myna T. Achar
	:	10.9790/0853-13185459

Abstract: Central Nervous System (CNS) infections are known to cause papilloedema and retinal changes. Direct fundoscopy is an established aspect of neurological examination and serve as a direct reflection of different pathologies occurring in the brain. In this study we aim to study the occurrence of disc and retinal changes in cases with infective meningitis and meningo-encephalitis. Methods: A prospective study was done from October 2011 to June 2013 in patients above 6 years of age with clinical diagnosis of infective meningitis or meningo-encephalitis. Results: A total of 57 cases of meningitis/meningo-encephalitis were studied. Mean age in our study group was 28.84 years. Out of 57 patients, 30 (52.6%) were male and 27 (47.4%) were female patients. Oculovisual anomalies were seen in 20 (35.1%) patients. The ocular abnormalities included cranial nerve palsy 4 (7%) and fundus changes 18 (31.6%). All 4 (7%) cases with cranial nerve palsy had 6th cranial nerve involvement. Fundal changes included papilloedema 19 (33.3%), hyperemia 19 (33.3%) and haemorrhage 3 (5.3%). Discussion: Meningitis is the most common CNS disease affecting both children and adults leading to focal neurological deficits and various oculovisual anomalies including blindness in children. Ocular abnormalities form an important group of clinical manifestations of meningitis.
Keywords: Meningitis, meningo-encephalitis, oculovisual anomalies.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	External Apical Root Resorption – An Unusual Case Report
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Raghavendra V Adaki || Dr. Shridevi R. Adaki || Dr. Jiwanasha M. Agrwal || Dr. Lalita G. Nanjannawar
	:	10.9790/0853-13186062

Abstract: External root resorption is very infrequent in permanent dentition. It is multifactorial, may occur due to local as well as systemic factors. Contributing local factors are trauma, orthodontic force, periodontitis and systemic factors like hyperparathyroidism, hyperphosphatamia, pagets disease etc. Here presenting a case of external root resorption with different patterns occurring in molars in patient having hypothyroidism and faulty prosthesis.
Key words: root resorption, hypothyroidism, periapical inflammation.

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Traumatology 2003;19:175-82
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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Frequency of Patients Presenting with Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis: A Pilot Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	ShijithMalayil || Jincy Thomas || P. Rani Mol || D. A. Vineet || Sunila Thomas || V. Vivek
	:	10.9790/0853-13186366

Abstract: Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS) is considered as the most common ulcerative condition of the oral mucosa. A study was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of RAS in a rural population from South Kerala, India. A total of 10518 patients attending PMS College of Dental Science and Research over a period of one year were examined for RAS according to age, gender, and site of lesion. RAS was identified in 0.48% of patients with 1.3:1 female to male ratio and lower labial mucosa showing maximum incidence among patients attending outpatient department of dental college located in a rural area of South Kerala. RAS is a condition that commonly affects young adults. Even though not life threatening it can significantly affect the health related quality of life of an individual. In our study population the prevalence of RAS was 0.48% with female predilection. Lower labial mucosa was found to be most affected site followed by tongue.
Key words: Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis, Prevalence, Pilot study, South Kerala.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The use of Laser as a Treatment Modality for treatment of Impacted mandibular wisdom among patients of Taif University KSA
Country	:	Saudi Arabia
Authors	:	Mahitab Mahmoud Soliman || Sherifa Moustafa Sabra
	:	10.9790/0853-13186775

Abstract: The objective of this study was to assess the use of diode laser for surgical removal, and reducing the bacterial concentration around impacted lower wisdoms. Patients under study were 50 patients aged (19-35 years.), they were divided into two equal groups; the first was the control group; patients were subjected to conventional surgical treatment and the second was the study group; in which patients were treated with Diode Laser. Clinical follow up for post-operative pain, edema, and dry socket incidence, as well as bacterial isolation, and identification of Colony Forming Units (CFU), were done at the following post-operative periods; 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th days of operation. Results showed marked reduction in the number of patients presenting with post-operative edema in the study group throughout the follow up period. Similarly the pain was much less in the lased group than the control group. The incidence of dry socket decreased in the study group if compared to the control one. Bacterial isolated species were facultative anaerobic as (Staph. aureus, CNS, Strept.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Non-Syndromic Unilateral Gingival Enlargement – A Case Report
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Shridevi Adaki || Dr. Suraj Chougule || Dr. Raghavendra Adaki
	:	10.9790/0853-13187678

Abstract: An unusual case presented here of a 16 years old female patient who came with chief complaint of severe, unilateral, gingival enlargement confined to the left side of oral cavity. Medical history revealed mild mental retardation and cataract surgery done for both eyes 5 years back. A careful recording of the case history and results of clinical examination and investigations were noted to arrive at the diagnosis.
Key Words: Mental retardation, Gingival hyperplasia, Cataract surgery.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Prospective Study Of 100 Patients Based On Wound Based Severity Score
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Mohit Sharma || Dr. Anil Sharma || Dr. Sita Ram Gothwal || Dr. Sunil Dixit || Dr. Ashok Kumar Lunia || Dr. Mahima Sharma
	:	10.9790/0853-13187989

Abstract: The Diabetic foot is the commonest complication of Diabetes and is a leading cause of Hospitalization and prolonged in – patient treatment. Diabetic foot ulcer is far and away the most frequent indication for non traumatic lower limb amputations. Appropriate preventive measures as well as patient education will markedly reduce ulcer formation and the frequency of amputations in addition to cutting down on healthcare costs. Here we studied 100 diabetic patients on the basis of new wound based severity scoring system given by Beckert et al.
Keywords: Diabetic foot, Ulcer, Amputation, Diabetic Ulcer Severity Score.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Eradication of Yaws in the Sub-District of Tongkuno, District of Muna, Indonesia: Towards A Community-Based Participative Surveillance Model
Country	:	Indonesia
Authors	:	Jasmurni Munir || Sanihu Munir || Emiliano T. Hudtohan
	:	10.9790/0853-13189097

Abstract: This paper describes the findings of a research on Yaws Eradication Program in the Sub-District of Tongkuno, District of Muna, Indonesia, and to propose a Community-Based Participative Surveillance Model to improve the early detection, recording and the reporting of Yaws cases in the area. In general the study sought to explain, how aware are the people of the yaws in terms of cause, sign and symptoms, treatment, prevention and recording and reporting. The study also sought to find out the present surveillance system of the Ministry of Health in detecting, recording, and reporting of Yaws. Regarding the people belief, this study sought to find out the issues and health practices related to the spread of yaws. Finally this study proposed a community-based surveillance model that can be applied especially in the village level for early detection, monitoring, prevention and eradication of Yaws.
Keywords: Eradication, Yaws, Surveillance model.

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