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Profile of Fatal Cases of Organophosphosphorus Poisoning at a Tertiary Care Centre, Mandya K. Ashwini Narayan1 , K. Ashwini Narayan2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10383

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Organophosphorus Compound (OP) poisoning is the most common and the highest amongst fatal cases of poisoning consumption deal in MIMS hospital. It is the commonly abused poison amongst rural and urban population more so amongst our Farmers. Fatal cases of organophosphorus poisoning were analyzed during the study period from 01.01.2016 to 31.12.2018. The analysis was done on age, sex, occupation, socio economic status, motive of poison consumption and result. Mandya District being dominated by agriculturists and sugarcane being the cash crop, drought, insufficient rain fall, raising costs of living, high debts, Cauvery water non available for agricultural use due to water sharing between neighboring states like Tamilnadu, Pondichery etc., increasing number of bore wells and ground water depletion, leading to crop failures and thereby resulting in Farmers suicide. The major cause of death in these cases treated at MIMS were Respiratory failure.
Study of Pattern & Distribution of Injuries in Fatal Road Traffic Accident Cases Autopsied at MIMS, Mandya K. Ashwini Narayan
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10384

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Accidents are now one of the major causes of death. The present study was carried out between Jan 2016 to Dec 2017 at Department of Forensic Medicine, Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences, Mandya, to study the type of injury, pattern and distribution of injuries, body parts involved, fatal injuries and causes of deaths noted at the actual autopsy examination of the victim. During the period of study 1013 total autopsies were conducted, out of which 15 cases were of road traffic accidents.
Variations of Dermatoglyphic Patterns among Smoking and Smokeless Forms of Tobacco in Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders and Oral Cancer- A Review of Literature K.V.Swathi1 , G.Maragathavalli2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10385

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Dermatoglyphics is a scientific study which involves the study of fingerprints.lines ,mounts and shapes of hands.This dermatoglyphics origin dates back to ancient India, were this ridge pattern study was known as “Samuda Sashtra.These dermatoglyphic patterns are usually genetically determined.In dentistry, dermatoglyphics have been applied for identifying syndromic cases and also been useful for determining caries susceptibility,identification of cleft lip and cleft palate. Here the variations of dermatoglyphic patterns among smoking and smokeless forms of tobacco in oral potentially malignant disorders and oral carcinoma has been reviewed.
Polymorphism in Superoxide Dismutase, Catalase Genes and Their Role in Cervical Cancer Susceptibility among Rural Population of Maharashtra: Findings from A Hospital based Case Control Study Kailas D. Datkhile1 , Anand Gudur2 , Rashmi A. Gudur3 , Madhavi N. Patil4 , Pratik P. Durgawale5 , V
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10386

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Background: The present study was planned to investigate the possible association between polymorphisms of superoxide dismutase, SOD1 (Cu,Zn-SOD), SOD2(Mn-SOD), SOD3(EC-SOD) and catalase genes and the risk of cervical cancer in rural population of Maharashtra. Methods: A case control study included 350 proven cervical cancer cases and 400 healthy age matched control women. Genotyping of isoforms of SOD and CAT were done by polymerase chain reaction restriction fragment length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) method. Results: When we studied genotype frequencies of codon 326 and 262 region of promoter of CAT gene, there was no significant association between A to T transition at codon 326 (p=0.45) and CAT C262T polymorphism (p=0.30) with susceptibility to cervical cancer. The variant G allele of SOD1 at codon 251 significantly increased in cervical cancer patients as compared with the control women (OR=3.02, 95% CI: 1.72-5.31; p<0.0001). Conclusion: Findings from this investigation confirms conceivable association of A251G of SOD1 and G172A of SOD3 genes with risk of cervical cancer in women of Maharashtra.
Prevalence of de Quervain’s Tenosynovitisin Buffalo Milkers Kajal vijay Kale1 , Pragati Salunkhe2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10387

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Background: Buffalo milkers are more prone to de Quervain’s tenosynovitis due to their working process and repeated use of thumb, wrist and fingers. If there is any pain or problem in hand or wrist can have impact on milking ability which can lead to change in their economic status and quality of life. There are only few studies done on the population of buffalo milkers and problems regarding their occupation. Thus this study is designed to find prevalence of de quervain’s tenosynovitis in buffalo milkers. Aim: The aim of this study was to find out prevalence of de Quervain’s tenosynovitis in buffalo milkers and aware them about this condition to avoid further damage. Material and Method: Study was conducted with 92 subjects in and around Karad. Subjects were selected as per inclusion and exclusion criteria and consent was taken. Both males(43) and females(49) subjects were included for study. Then they were assessed with help of Finkelstein test and Visual analogue scale the data was collected and analysed accordingly. Stastical Analysis: The simple random sampling is used to select the subjects for study and it is conducted in and around Karad Taluka. The sample size was calculated by de quervain’s tenosynovitis taken at 64%. Hence for calculation of sample size p=64% and q=100-p=36% sample size n=4pq/L2 therefore n=92. Statistical analysis of the recorded data was done by using the software instat. MS Excel was used for drawing various graphs with given frequencies and the various percentages that were calculated with the software. Result: After analyzing the data, it was found that there is a prevalence of de Quervain’s tenosynovitis. In all participants 43% people have de Quervain’s tenosynovitis. It is found that prevalence of de Quervain’s tenosynovitis is more in females than males and pain distribution is more in age group of 41 to 45years. Conclusion: The prevalence of de Quervain’s tenosynovitis is more in females and precautions should be taken by buffalo milkers by modifying their work strategies to avoid further damage.
Study of the Closure of Sagittal Suture in Relation with Age of the Individuals tn Native of Gujarat Kamesh Modi1 , Uttamkumar Solanki2 , Kavita Banker3 , Rajni Bhagora4 , Jagdeep Jadav5
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10388

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Background: Age estimation is an integral part of the biological profile employed by forensic anthropologists in order to assist in achieving an identification of an unknown deceased individual. Its estimation is of paramount importance and requires special attention in cases where bodies are found in decomposed, mutilated state or only fragmentary remains are discovered. Material and Method: The present study has been done on post-mortem cases referred to GMERS Medical College, Himmatnagar which is referral center. Very few studies have been conducted on sagittal suture closure in Himmatnagar region . Total 150 post mortem cases were taken and data collected. Result: Present study reveal that Ectocranial obliteration of the various segments of the three main sutures of the skull is so inconclusive that neither does it help in estimating the age of the deceased nor does it provide any supportive evidence in determining the age of skeletal remain. Age was determined on the basis of endocranial suture fusion. Conclusion: It was found that closure of Sagittal suture started in age of 20-29 yrs and closure completed at the age of 61 to 65 yrs.
Effect of Blended Learning on Academic Achievements and Attitude of Nursing Students: A Systematic Review Kanika1 , Harmeet Kaur2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Introduction: Technological advances have revolutionized teaching and learning processes. With the emergence of technologies and need for cost-effective teaching methods have led to the molding of teaching learning practices.Considering these constant and rapid changes, it is crucial that learners in health care area should be taught with latest knowledge and keep pace with up to date information. Method: The study design was systematic review and it includes studies from databases of PUBMED, MEDLINE, Cochrane library, SCOPUS, Science direct, and Google scholar (2008-2019). The included studies were focusing on the effectiveness of blended learning on nursing students’ knowledge, skills and attitude and the studies that discussed about other methods of teaching and conducted on other specialty students were excluded. Result: The data was grouped and analyzed in terms of meta-analysis. Total 21 relevant articles were undertaken. Abstracted information is related to study design, population characteristics, intervention and outcomes. Conclusion: Blended learning as a teaching method is effective in improving the learning outcomes in terms of academic achievements and performance of nursing students regarding various topics/ procedures. Students also possess favorable attitude towards blended learning. Several studies came out with the conclusions that blended learning is beneficial in improving the learning outcomes.
Development of Submerged Latent Fingerprints on NonPorous Substrates with Activated Charcoal based Small Partical Reagant Kavleen Kaur1, Tina Sharma2 , Ridamjeet Kaur2
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10390

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The practice of using small partial reagent (SPR) for the visual development of latent fingerprints is the preferred choice, particularly concerning wet surfaces. In the present study, non-porous surfaces impinged with latent prints submerged in the water simulating acidic basic and salty water bodies were developed with activated charcoal based small particle reagent method. As evident from the observations, the activated charcoal-based SPR method was able to develop latent fingerprint submerged on the glass surface for up to 11 days and on aluminium substrate, up to 12 days but the quality of fingerprint observed was better on the glass substrate. The shelf life of the activated charcoal-based SPR method was found to be 52 days. The results have shown that the time-lapse of submersion and quality of fingerprint developed are inversely prepositional to each other. Although pond water submerged substrates showed good quality developed fingerprints for a longer period than other mediums but with increasing period of submersion the quality degraded.
GC-MS Analysis of Methanol Extracts of Five Toxic Plant Seed For Detection of Bioactive Compounds Kiran Kumari1 , Saurabh Bhargava1 , Rajvinder Singh
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10391

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The present work was carried out to explore the qualitative analysis of bioactive phyto-constituents present in methanolic extracts of five toxic plant seeds by using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. The analysis of extracts revealed the presence of the different biologically active compounds including alkaloids, glycosides, flflavonoids, phenols, fatty acid, ester, epoxide, steroids, and protein etc. Forensic toxicological chemistry deals with the chemistry and analysis of various types of poisons including plants. Diagnosing plant poisoning especially their seeds can be difficult and must be quickly done. In conclusion, the recovery of various toxic and therapeutically constituents could be helpful for forensic toxicologist.
Psycho Social Factors in Adolescent Suicides- A Psychological Autopsy based Study Krishna Kumar Siva Sankara Narayanan1 , MuthukumarDuraiappa2, Prajith Thekke Madathil1
Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10392

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BACKGROUND: Suicides among adolescents in India have become an alarming problem, especially among students. This study is to find out the recent and remote psychosocial and disease related stress and adverse life events that could have led these young people to commit suicide.MATERIAL AND METHODS: It is a Cross sectional study on adolescent suicides with history and postmortem findings being consistent with suicideconducted at Department of Forensic Medicine, Government Medical College, Kozhikode, Kerala state .FINDINGS: Informants of 55 cases were interviewed with the help of questionnaire.Most of the suicide victims belonged to upper middle class category.Maximum number of suicidal deaths are seen in victims having 1 sibling, living in a nuclear family.History of suicidal deaths among the family members of the suicide victim is seen in 7 out of 55 cases.Mood of maximum number of cases before the suicide attempt in the recent past, say 2 weeks, was depressed. Maximum number of suicide attempts were seen in the evening, mostly after the school and college working hours.Academic performance of 40.0%cases was average.10.9% were socially isolated. 14.5% had a history of previous suicide attempt. 14.5% had shown anger, aggression and impulsivity in the recent past, say 2 weeks. CONCLUSION: The main purpose of this study is to find out the stressors that could have led these adolescents to commit suicide and to suggest a few strategies to prevent the suicides in the future.

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