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Belagatti, Satish L
- Clinico-Hematological Profile of Pancytopenia in North Karnataka-One Year Study
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1 Department of Pathology, JJM Medical College, Davangere-577004, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
3 Department of Forensic Medicine, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Pathology, JJM Medical College, Davangere-577004, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
3 Department of Forensic Medicine, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
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Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 2 (2013), Pagination: 234-237Abstract
Pancytopenia is a common hematological problem in India. This study was carried out to identify the causes of pancytopenia. It was a prospective study conducted at the department of Pathology, KIMS, Hubli, India for a duration of one year.A total of 137 cases, which met the criteria for pancytopenia were included in the study. Complete hemogram, bone marrow examination and other investigations were done in these cases. Megaloblastic anemia, aplastic anemia and malaria are the major causes of pancytopenia in our study. As majority of causes for pancytopenia are treatable, a proper work-up to detect the underlying etiology should be attempted in all cases of pancytopenia.Keywords
Pancytopenia, Megaloblastic Anemia, Aplastic Anemia
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- A Study of Needle Sticks Injuries in a Medical College Hospital in Northern District of Karnataka
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1 Department of Pathology, Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
1 Department of Pathology, Raichur Institute of Medical Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, IN
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Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 4 (2013), Pagination: 75-78Abstract
Background: Healthcare workers (HCW) are prone for accidental Needle Stick Injuries. Inspite of health education and interventions for prevention, needle stick injuries are still common.
Methodology: We reviewed the surveillance data of NSI over a period of 2 years (March 2009 - Feb 2011) to identify the health groups affected, types of needles used, mechanisms of NSI, pattern of post-exposure prophylaxis and the complications.
Results: 118 HCW reported the injuries. Among them were 42 (35%) nurses, 22 (19%) nursing interns/ students, Laboratory technicians 21 (18%), Cleaning staff 14 (12%), Medical interns 12 (10%) and Doctors 07 (06%). The devices mainly responsible for Needle Stick Injuries were hollow bore needles (n=90, 78%), solid 16 (17%) and others 4 (5%). Almost all injuries were caused during blood collection procedure and de-capping or re-capping of the needles. Post exposure prophylaxis for HCW's who reported injuries was provided. Subsequent follow up for Human immunodeficiency virus, Hepatitis B virus, Hepatitis C virus was negative except for one health care worker who was positive for Hepatitis B Surface Antigen(HBsAg).
Conclusion: Proper education and appropriate waste disposal of the sharps are necessary to prevent Needle stick Injuries.
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Needle Stick Injuries, Healthcare Workers, Universal PrecautionsReferences
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- Is Higher Cadre a Risk Factor for Hypertension among Bank Employees?
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1 Dept. of Community Medicine, Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, Shivamogga, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, IN
1 Dept. of Community Medicine, Shimoga Institute of Medical Sciences, Shivamogga, Karnataka, IN
2 Department of Pathology, J J M Medical College, Davangere, IN
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Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 4, No 4 (2013), Pagination: 138-141Abstract
Research question: Is higher cadre or professional stress among bank employees, a risk factor for hypertension?
Objectives:
1. To determine the association of higher cadre & other covariates among bank employees, with hypertension.
2. To assess the level of awareness among the subjects.
Study design: A cross-sectional study.
Participants: Bank employees (106) in non-nationalized banks of Gulbarga City in Karnataka.
Results: Prevalence of hypertension was 35.7% Higher prevalence was found with age > 50 yrs (55.2%), length of service > 20 yrs (56.5%), officer cadre (64.8%), BMI > 25 (47.4%), family history of hypertension (44.2%) and high socio-economic status (42.7%). Logistic regression analysis showed that prevalence of hypertension is significantly associated with cadre of employees (Officers more at risk.) Among the hypertensives, 42.5% were aware of their hypertensive status, all were on treatment and 29.4% were under control.
Conclusion: The prevalence of hypertension was high among officer cadre, as seniority of bank employees brings in more and more stress and responsibilities on them. Inculcation and practice of the art of mental relaxation has to be promoted as a major intervention in the primary prevention of hypertension.
Keywords
Hypertension, Cadre, BMI, Awareness Level, KnowledgeReferences
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