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Herpes Simplex Encephalitis (HSE) is life-threatening viral encephalitis in pregnancy that significantly associated with poor outcomes in mother and infant. A 22-year-old 25 weeks pregnant woman presented with fever and seizure that was suspected to HSE. At first, MRI and Lumbar Puncture (LP) helped in the diagnosis, and however the PCR test confirmed HSE. What is interesting about this case is that the patient had no positive history of HSV before her pregnancy. From her hospital stay to confirming the lab test, she developed progressively worsening despite treating with early administration of acyclovir. Finally, she was successfully treated. No physical or psychological consequences remained. Later, she delivered via cesarean section and gave birth to a healthy infant. As soon as the HSE is suspected in pregnancy, the onset of early antiviral therapy reduces physical and psychosocial consequences. Read More About This Article: https://crimsonpublishers.com/igrwh/fulltext/IGRWH.000...

In any surgical procedure, a suture is considered crucial. In the case of post-operative are the wound closure related to surgical procedure continues to pose a problem. Presently, Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose (ORC) is being commonly used in the absorption of hemostatic materials. But ORC medical suture product is not commercially available. It has been aimed to produce innovative braided suture by TEMPO-mediated Oxidation Regenerated Cellulose (TORC) so as to obtain a suture material having and perfect in mechanical properties. A circular braiding machine has been used to produce sutures from regenerated cellulose strands. The braiding is followed by TEMPO-mediated oxidation treatment as an option. Various investigation techniques that include ATR-FTIR, electrical conductivity, XRD analysis, physical properties and in vitro degradation properties have been used to characterize the sutures under various oxidation time. It has been further shown that the RC sutures have been oxidized ...

Abstract Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC), the most catastrophic obstetric acute emergency, is characterized by an inappropriate activation of coagulation & fibrinolytic system triggered by conditions like abruptio placentae & amniotic fluid embolism (release of thromboplastin intravascularly) or by diffuse endothelial damage as a result of pre-eclampsia. Clinical manifestation of severe bleeding and damaged coagulation profile are hallmarks of diagnosis, although histopathological demonstration of fibrin deposits is the pathognomonic feature of DIC. Understanding the basic pathophysiology, tackling the underlying etiological factor and replacement of the lost blood and specific components cover the principles of management of this condition. Keywords: DIC; FFP; Thromboplastin coagulation failure; Coagulopathy Abbreviations : DIC: Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation; HELLP: Hemolysis Elevated Liver Enzymes and Low Platelets Syndrome; IUFD: Intrauterine Fetal Dea...

Cervical cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer and cancer death among women worldwide [1]. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in 2018, the global incidence is estimated at 570,000 new cases per year, of which more than 80% occur in developing countries [1]. In Morocco, the cervical cancer represents a major public health problem. It ranks second, after breast cancer in Moroccan women [2]. The incidence of cervical cancer remains high among women living with HIV. However, many studies have shown that this population has an increased risk of developing intraepithelial cervical neoplasia [3]. In the fight against cervical cancer, Morocco has a national cancer control programme under the aegis of the LALLA SALMA Foundation since 2006, thus enabling the creation of reference centers for screening and diagnosis of cervical cancer [4]. Women living with HIV often escape this program because of fear of stigmatization and disclosure of their HIV status. I...

Peripheral and central sensitizations are conditions of the nervous system that are characterized by increased tone and responsiveness, a lower threshold for the experience of pain and a tendency for pain to persist long after the original stimulus has ended [1]. The mechanism of the development of chronicity is under intense investigation involving a variety of important biochemical and sensitization processes. From a clinical perspective however, the situation can be summed up that pain per se, if not kept under control, may initiate the processes causing the transition from acute to chronic pain. Basic Investigations Investigations into the origins of central sensitization in particular, have focused on the role of continuous peripheral drive from the nociceptors (defined as neurons that are activated by noxious stimulation). It has been shown these nociceptors can become sensitized after being injured and develop a lower threshold for activation. Further, the persistence of affer...

Domestic Violence Against Women: A Complex Issue in Pakistan by Rukhshanda Zarar in Womens Health Open access Journal Domestic Violence against women is widespread and complex issue in Pakistan. Nearly every woman practices domestic violence in her whole life. The aim of this paper is to aware, educate and inform the worse situation of domestic violence against women in Pakistan. This does not exist only in lower and middle class, but highly educated women also suffer because of male dominant society. It might be physical , sexual, or psychological violence. Our Pakistani culture , tradition, norms and values support this act. This is deeply believed in our society that women are inferior to men. This article focuses the worse situation of domestic violence against women in Pakistan. https://crimsonpublishers.com/igrwh/fulltext/IGRWH.000540.php For more Open access journals in Crimson publishers please click on the link https://crimsonpublishers.com/ For more articles in...