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Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Current Trends in Sudden Natural Deaths in South-Western Maharashtra: A Six Year Retrospective Study Thippesh Kumar; Sarala M; Shiva Kumar; Abhishek Rathee; K V Radhakrishna
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14421

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Background: Sudden and unexpected nature of death is intriguing to the medical practitioner until a definitecause is found. Often a conclusive evidence of a natural cause is missing even after a thorough and elaborateautopsy. Material and methods: A six-year retrospective study of post mortem examinations conducted ata tertiary health care center to analyze the current trends in sudden deaths of natural cause. Results: Out of1465 autopsies conducted ,40.60% cases were of sudden natural deaths with a male predominance (75.45%).Maximum number of natural deaths were found in the age group of 51 – 60 (19.28%) and least between21 – 30 Years (1.98%). The most common system involved in these cases was Cardiovascular followed byRespiratory system. Conclusion: Analysis of causes of sudden natural deaths in various age groups garnersepidemiological data and helps in prevention of hereditary, infective and metabolic disorders which form amajority of these deaths.
Correlation of BMI with Dynamic balance using Y-Balance Test in Young Adults with Flexible Flat Foot: A Pilot study Shobha M. Bhave; Umanjali S. Damke; Neha V. Chitale; Waqar M. Naqvi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14422

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Introduction: - Increase in body mass index suggests an increase in adiposity, Excess body fat depositionleads to change in the Center of Pressure which leads to altered biomechanics of the body. Different systemswork together to maintain balance. The present study finds a relationship between BMI and dynamic balancein young adults with flexible flat foot.Method: - In this study, 30 participants were recruited based on inclusion and exclusion criteria. Of the30 participants; 10 were of normal weight, 10 were overweight and 10 were obese. Y balance test wasperformed.Discussion: - The study showed that dynamic balance significantly changes with an increase in weight inyoung adults with flat feet. It is more significant in overweight and obese subjects. Any changes in ankleand foot complex leads to changes in weight-bearing, muscle imbalance static as well as dynamic balancein ambulation.
Correlation of body mass index with dynamic balance using Y-Balance Test in adults with the Flexible Flat Foot: An Analytical Correlation Research Protocol Shobha M. Bhave; Waqar M. Naqvi; Arti I. Sahu; Sakshi P. Arora
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14423

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Background: Balance is one of the primary requirements for both static and dynamic activities. Body MassIndex (BMI) is measurement for estimating excess body fat. The Lower Quarter Y-Balance Test (YBTLQ) is a screening instrument that measures single-leg balance in different directions. Flexible flatfoot isthe postural aspect with depressed medial longitudinal arch, pronated subtalar joint and valgus position ofcalcaneus, evident only in weight-bearing position.Methods: An analytical correlation study with 255 participants (Purposive sampling) will be taken as perinclusion and exclusion criteria with study duration of 3 years. The BMI, sit to stand Navicular Drop Test(SSNDT), limb length and medial longitudinal arch angle (MLAA) will be measured and compared. Themean score of the Y Balance Test in different categories of BMI will be compared by performing one wayANOVA test. The mean score of the Y Balance Test between two groups in each category of BMI will becompared by Bonferroni t-test.Conclusion: The study aims the correlation of BMI with the dynamic balance on Y-balanced test in adultswith flexible flat foot. The expected outcome of study will concentrate on the significant correlation of YBalance Test in different categories of BMI.
Estimation of Stature from Hand Dimensions Shreeya R; Magendran Chandran
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14424

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Background: The objective of this study was to estimate stature from hand dimensions in the South Indianpopulation. It is a very useful tool in forensic anthropology where only incomplete skeletal remains ormutilated limbs are present.Method: The study was done using standard measuring apparatus such as stadiometer to measure stature,and vernier callipers to measure hand length, palm length, hand breadth, and maximum hand breadth,and included both males and females. Regression formula and correlation was derived between handmeasurements and stature.Results: In this study, regression formula is derived with eight variables generalized for both males and females, S=63.686+7.466RHL-2.298LHL-4.698RPL+3.697LPL+6.160RHB-9.622LHB+2.810RMHB+1.708LMHB± 6.55977. Linear Regression equation for males and females have been derived separately with each ofthe hand parameters.Conclusion: In conclusion, hand measurements can be an effective tool in estimating stature for individualsabove 18 years of age.
TNCS in the Context of Environment and Toxicology: A Critical Study Shreya Sarkar; J. K. Mittal
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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The research topic concerning environment and toxicology has its unique importance. Toxicology as a subjectearlier seems confined to practice of diagnosing toxins and toxicants and treatment thereto. In its expandedhorizon it started studying the industrial toxins and their emission into the environment. With the industrialgrowth and emergence of ‘Transnational Corporations’(TNC’s) countries across the globe are facing newchallenges on environmental front. Accordingly, toxicology became interested in studying adverse effects ofchemicals on living organisms with eco-system as carrier. The toxins released from industries and E-wasteare cause of Toxic Jaundice, Toxic Cough, Toxic Paralysis, Toxic Shock Syndrome, besides Toxicosis andother diseases. International Conventions have been arranged to protect environment. Indian Constitutionimposes duty on State towards improving public health, prevention of hazards, besides duty on citizens toimprove environment. Responsibility on TNC’s as visualised by leak of poisonous Methyl isocyanate fromUnion Carbide is a pointer towards this.The deliberations under the Research topic being relation betweenIndustry, Environment, Health Hazard and Toxicology and areas of appropriate Management thereto.
A Review of India’s Preparedness to Tackle the Covid19 Crises? Shreyasvi Sharma
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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The novel Coronavirus, first appeared in Wuhan province of China in late December 2019, and grippedthe whole world in 2020, growing to be a full-blown pandemic and changed every individual’s life completely.India recorded its first Novel Coronavirus case on 30th January 2020 in Kerala, a student from Wuhan,China. In this article, the question about whether India is ready to tackle the crisis, i.e., Covid-19, wasanswered. Three mathematical models were reviewed and then compared to the number of beds availablein the country. The third mathematical model seemed to model the country’s curve much closer than thesecond one. The first one’s prediction actually came out to be true. Furthermore, the paper discusses thehealth infrastructure in the country and the strategies adopted by states to prevent the spread. It talks abouttwo specific states Kerala and Maharashtra and how the country needs to deal with the crisis. It is importantto note that according to the models and numbers currently, India is geared, However, if precautions are nottaken the situation can get much worse. This paper also discusses the fatality rates currently in India andwhere we stand for treatment. Currently, the treatment protocols keep changing from time to time.
Sociodemographic Profile and Pattern of Injuries Due to Fall From Height in a Tertiary Hospital of South India- A 2 Year Retrospective Study P Shruthi; U.S Tanuja
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Globally, falls from height (FFH) are a substantial public health peril and are among the foremost causesof serious and fatal injuries sustained to a victim. Falls are the second leading cause of accidental orunintentional injury deaths worldwide. This retrospective study consisting of 182 cases was undertakento study the sociodemographic profile and injury pattern in victims of fall from height for a period of 2years . Males outnumbered the females (3.04:1). Most of the victims were construction workers (43.40%)by occupation . Most of incidents 117 (64.28%) took place in semi urban area and 45 (24.72%) victimsoccurred in the Urban locality. 49.45% of the cases (90) occurred in the summer season.37.91% of the eventswere seen between 12 Noon to 6 PM. In majority of cases, side of the body was the primary site of impact(25.27%) followed by head injury (21.43). 12.08% of the cases turned fatal. Implementation of adequatesafety measures would effectively reduce the incidence of mortality and morbidity associated with fall fromheight .
A Cross Sectional Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Voluntary Blood Donation amongst Undergraduate Students of a Medical College in North India Shruti Verma; Ramneek Locham; Yajur Verma; Anupriti Singh; Vivek Vardhan Gupta; Neha Chitkara
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Background: The youth of the country especially college students can serve as a readily available pool ofvoluntary blood donors and help tide away some of the scarcity of blood and blood products. This study wasconducted to determine the Knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) regarding Voluntary Blood Donationamong medical undergraduate studentsand to assess the factors which can lead to a subsequent increase inthe same.Method: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted amongst 500 undergraduate medical studentsstudying at Government Medical College, Patiala, Punjab using a structured, self-administered questionnaireregarding KAP.Results: The mean age of the 500 participating students was 20.46 years with a standard deviation of1.5 of which 55.2% were females.71.2% and 61.4% students had correct knowledge regarding intervalbetween blood donation for males and females respectively but the knowledge regarding common causesof deferral was less. Posters and pamphlets were the most common sources of information regarding blooddonation.92.6% students had a good attitude towards blood donation. 127 (25.4%) students had donatedblood previously and 17 (3.4%) of them had donated blood more than once in a year.Conclusion: The students had a fair knowledge about VBD and the majority had a favourable attitudetowards it. Steps should be taken to increase the awareness regarding VBD since early sensitisation towardsits importance can motivate students to become voluntary blood donors, making them major contributorsto the blood donor pool throughout their adulthood and help in overcoming blood shortage in the country.
Evaluation of Stress Levels in Patients Suffering from COVID 19 Infection Admitted in Isolation Ward of a Tertiary Hospital at Hapur as Assessed by Perceived Stress Scale Siddharth Kumar; Sumit Garg
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 15 No. 2 (2021): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14429

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The present study aimed to evaluate the stress levels in patients suffering from COVID 19. 100 COVID19 patients with age >15 years of both genders were included in the study after taking written informedconsent. All the subjects were administered Perceived Stress Scale questionnaire to fill and scores werecalculated. 82% of the subjects were suffering from high stress while 16% were in moderate category andonly 2% reported low perceived stress. As far as age wise distribution of subjects was considered, 36% were< 40 years of age, 32% were between 40 – 60 years and 32% were more 60 years of age. Out of the females43% had high stress, 3% had moderate and none were in low stress category. While in males 39% had highstress, 13% had moderate and 2% reported low stress. There was a significant increase in the perceived stressscore in females as compared to males (33.08 + 4.29 vs 30.57 + 5.27; p <0.01). So, there is a need to assessthe stress in all COVID 19 patients and regular counselling and psychotherapy should be done specially infemale patients.
Efficacy of Static Stabilization Exercises along with Progressive Resistive Exercises on Balance and Quality of Life in Elderly Population: A Study Protocol Simran Mishra; Moh’d Irshad Qureshi; Divya Jethwani; Ragini Dadgal; Neha Chitale
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v15i2.14432

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Background: Balance impairment is one of the most prevalent concern with increasing age. Globally, Onein five older adult experiences balance problem. Prevalence of fall has been estimated at 14-53 %in India.Various intervention has already been use to prevent fall and improve quality of life. Static StabilizationExercises and Progressive Strength training have proven to be effective as a single intervention howeverminimal literature is available on combined effect of both. The main objective of study is to find out efficacyof combined Static Stabilization Exercises and Progressive Resistive Exercises on balance and quality of lifeof elderly population and also establishment of dose response relationship of balance training.Methods/Design: The study will be designed as experimental study. 100 participants will be selected asper inclusion and exclusion criteria and will be allocated in two groups, Combined Intervention Group (A)and Traditional Balance Intervention group (B). Both intervention include 30-45 min session which will becarried out 3-5 times in week for duration of 8 weeks structured into different components. Outcome will beBalance and Quality of Life and outcome measures will be evaluated at baseline, at midway (4th week) andat the end (8th week) of intervention period. Statistical Analysis will be done using SPSS24. Oversion andp<0.005 will be considered as level of significance.Discussion: The study protocol details two Physiotherapy Interventions to improve balance and qualityof life in elderly population. In current literatures there are minimal evidence on combined effect of StaticStabilization Exercises and Progressive Resistive Exercises on balance and quality of life. SuccessfulCompletion of trial will provide evidence for best strategy targeting balance and quality of life andrelationship of dose response and balance training.