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2. Clinical management of skin and soft tissue infections in the U.S. Emergency departments
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Liu, Catherine, Mistry, RD, Shapiro, DJ, Goyal, MK, Zaoutis, TE, Gerber, JS, and Hersh, AL
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Copyright 2014 by the article author(s).Introduction: Community-associated methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA) has emerged as the most common cause of skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTI) in the United States. A nearly three-fold increa
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- 2014
3. Soil carbon and its associate resilience using big data analytics: For food Security and environmental management
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Hinge, G, Surampalli, RY, Goyal, MK, Gupta, BB, and Chang, X
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Science Studies ,10 Technology, 14 Economics, 15 Commerce, Management, Tourism and Services - Abstract
Soils are a binding site for carbon storage. Climatic variables, namely precipitation, and temperature are regarded as the primary factors controlling soil organic carbon (SOC) storage; however, no consensus has been made about the magnitude and direction that changes in climatic variables may have on SOC. Based on copula theory, the present study investigates the soil carbon dynamics and the likelihood of SOC occurrence under varying climatic conditions across India's 14 agro-climatic zones. Results demonstrate the possibility of occurrence of SOC under both low and high temperature/precipitation conditions. It was found that the SOC of agro-climatic zones situated in semi-arid and arid regions are more sensitive to changes in climatic variables compared to that of the others. We then quantify the soil resilience of the agro-climatic zones based on the amount of SOC content. Results showed that only 1/3 of India's agro-climatic zones were resilient during the study period (1985–2005). Thus, the study's findings facilitate the identification of India's most sensitive agro-climatic zone for soil carbon management and climate-related policy. It stresses the need for big data assimilation to identify site-specific management practices that can facilitate soil health and improve the country's soil resilient capacity for food security and environmental management.
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- 2021
4. Reconstruction of Crime Scene, a Forensic Technique used in Substantiating Alleged Homicide into Accidental Death: A Case Study
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Goyal Mk and Kumar A
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Forensic science ,Accident (fallacy) ,business.industry ,Homicide ,Tying ,Accidental ,Interpretation (philosophy) ,Medicine ,Crime scene ,Criminology ,business ,Laboratory testing ,Genealogy - Abstract
Crime scene reconstruction is the process of determining or eliminating the events that occurred at the crime scene by analysis of physical evidences. Through this paper we will discuss a case of accident that was turned into murder (i.e. Under Section 302 of Indian Penal Court) because the family members of the deceased alleged that the deceased was murdered and then dragged by tying to a vehicle to dispose off the body and to destroy the evidences. In this paper we discuss how this sensational case was solved by the scientists of Forensic Science Laboratory, Haryana through the reconstruction of crime scene by analyzing crime scene appearance, the locations and positions of the physical evidence, and the injuries to the deceased. This involved scientific crime scene investigation, interpretation of patterned evidence at the scene, laboratory testing of the physical evidence, systematic study of related case information, and the logical formulation of a theory.
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5. 0663 COMPARISON OF INTERNATIONAL CLASSIFICATION OF SLEEP DISORDERS (ICSD)-3 AND DIAGNOSTIC AND STATISTICAL MANUAL OF MENTAL DISORDERS (DSM)-5 GUIDELINES FOR DIAGNOSING NARCOLEPSY
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Goyal, MK, primary, Khan, Z, additional, Makela, H, additional, and Sahota, PK, additional
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- 2017
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6. 227 Prevalence of npsle in north-indian sle patients and its impact on quality of life
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Muhammed, H, primary, Lal, V, additional, Dhir, V, additional, and Goyal, MK, additional
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- 2017
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7. Effect of Two Waves of Ultrasonic on Waste Water Treatment
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Laxmi Rawat, Nisha Yadav, Rajdeo Kumar, and Goyal Mk
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Pollutant ,Hydrolysis ,chemistry.chemical_compound ,chemistry ,Waste management ,Wastewater ,Starch ,Sonication ,Portable water purification ,Sewage treatment ,Cellulose - Abstract
In the area of water purification, ultra sonication offers the possibility of an efficient removal of pollutants and germs. Ultrasound treatment is one of several technologies that promote hydrolysis – the rate-limiting stage during wastewater treatment. The basic principal of ultrasound is based on the destruction of both bacterial cells and difficultto-degrade organics. In wastewater, various substances and agents collect in the form of aggregates and flakes, including bacteria, viruses, cellulose and starch. Wastewater is composed largely of the substances responsible for the offensive, pathogenic and toxic materials. In the present research work we found that the ultrasonic treatment is very effective for the waste water purification. The bacterial populations in sludge were decreased according to the frequency (35 KHz and 130 KHz) and time period (5, 10, 20 and 30 min). As the frequency and time period increase the bacterial population was decreased. It was also observed that 130 KHz frequency was more effective than 35 KHz. This technique would play a major role in sustainable development in a large scale of water purification.
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- 2014
8. Enhancing the ED Approach to Pediatric Sexual Assault Care: Implementation of a Pediatric SART Program
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Goyal, MK, Mollen, CJ, Hayes, KL, Molnar, J, Christian, CW, Scribano, PV, and Lavelle, J
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Male ,Adolescent ,Pregnancy Tests ,Sexually Transmitted Diseases ,Anal Canal ,Article ,Specimen Handling ,Hospitals, Urban ,Pregnancy ,Humans ,Genitalia ,Child ,Retrospective Studies ,Patient Care Team ,Philadelphia ,Infant ,Child Abuse, Sexual ,Forensic Medicine ,Mandatory Reporting ,Hospitals, Pediatric ,Quality Improvement ,Cross-Sectional Studies ,Child, Preschool ,Wounds and Injuries ,Female ,Emergencies ,Emergency Service, Hospital - Abstract
The objectives of this study were to describe the experience of a novel pediatric sexual assault response team (SART) program in the first 3 years of implementation and compare patient characteristics, evaluation, and treatment among subpopulations of patients.This was a retrospective chart review of a consecutive sample of patients evaluated at a pediatric emergency department (ED) who met institutional criteria for a SART evaluation. Associations of evaluation and treatment with sex, menarchal status, and presence of injuries were measured using logistic regression.One hundred eighty-four patients met criteria for SART evaluation, of whom 87.5% were female; mean age was 10.1 (SD, 4.6) years. The majority of patients underwent forensic evidence collection (89.1%), which varied by menarchal status among girls (P0.01), but not by sex. Evidence of acute anogenital injury on physical examination was found in 20.6% of patients. As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for acute sexual assault evaluations in pediatric patients, menarchal girls were more likely to undergo testing for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy (P0.01) and to be offered pregnancy, sexually transmitted infection, and HIV prophylaxis (P0.01).In an effort to improve quality and consistency of acute sexual assault examinations in a pediatric ED, development of a SART program supported the majority of eligible patients undergoing forensic evidence collection. Furthermore, a substantial number of patients had evidence of injury on examination. These findings underscore the importance of having properly trained personnel to support ED care for pediatric victims of acute sexual assault.
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- 2013
9. Emergence of Balamuthia mandrillaris meningoencephalitis in India
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Khurana, S, primary, Hallur, V, additional, Goyal, MK, additional, Sehgal, R, additional, and Radotra, BD, additional
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- 2015
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10. MELAS: Recurrent reversible hemianopia
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Alexander, M, primary, Aaron, S, additional, Anupriya, A, additional, Sunithi, M, additional, Mathew, V, additional, Maya, T, additional, and Goyal, MK, additional
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- 2010
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11. Tubercular Osteomyelitis of the Clavicle: A Report of Four Cases
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Aggarwal, AN, primary, Dhammi, IK, additional, Singh, AP, additional, Kumar, S, additional, and Goyal, MK, additional
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- 2009
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12. Case report: Reversible restricted diffusion and cytotoxic edema in the perilesional zone following continuous partial seizures
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Goyal, MK, additional, Sinha, S, additional, Ravishankar, S, additional, and Shivshankar, JJ, additional
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- 2008
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13. Prosthetic rehabilitation of large nasal septal defect with an intranasal stent: A clinical report.
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Goyal MK and Goyal S
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- 2011
14. Emergence of Balamuthia mandrillarismeningoencephalitis in India
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Khurana, S, Hallur, V, Goyal, MK, Sehgal, R, and Radotra, BD
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We report two cases of fatal chronic meningoencephalitis caused by Balamuthia mandrillarisin immunocompetent men. Diagnosis of amoebic meningoencephalitis was made ante-mortem in one case and postmortem in another by histopathological examination and confirmed by demonstration of B. mandrillarisdeoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) by polymerase chain reaction (PCR).
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- 2015
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15. MELAS: Recurrent reversible hemianopia.
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Aaron S, Anupriya A, Sunithi M, Mathew V, Maya T, Goyal MK, and Alexander M
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- 2010
16. Hispanic, Black, low-income children had highest rates of SARS-CoV-2.
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Goyal, MK
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17. Isolated hypersomnia due to bilateral thalamic infarcts.
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Goyal MK, Kumar G, and Sahota PK
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We describe a unique patient who developed hypersomnia as the sole presenting symptom of bilateral thalamic infarcts.Copyright © 2012 by Elsevier Inc. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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18. A comparative study to evaluate the discrepancy in condylar guidance values between two commercially available arcon and non-arcon articulators: A clinical study.
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Goyal MK and Goyal S
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- 2011
19. Childhood Opportunity Index and Low-Value Care in Children's Hospitals.
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Ugalde IT, Schroeder AR, Marin JR, Hall M, McCoy E, Goyal MK, Molloy MJ, Stephens JR, Steiner MJ, Tchou MJ, Markham JL, Cotter JM, Noelke C, Morse R, and House SA
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Background and Objective: Few studies have explored the relationship between social drivers of health and pediatric low-value care (LVC). We assessed the relationship between Childhood Opportunity Index (COI) 2.0 and LVC in children's hospitals., Methods: We applied the Pediatric Health Information System LVC Calculator to emergency and inpatient encounters from July 2021 through June 2022. Proportions with LVC in highest (greatest opportunity) and lowest COI quintiles were compared. Generalized estimating equation logistic regression models were used to analyze LVC trends across COI quintiles., Results: 842 463 encounters were eligible for 20 LVC measures. Across all measures, odds of LVC increased across increasing COI quintiles (adjusted odds ratio [OR] 1.06, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.03-1.08). For 12 measures, LVC was proportionally more common in highest versus lowest COI quintile, whereas the reverse was true for 4. Regression modeling revealed increasing LVC as COI increased across all quintiles for 10 measures; gastric acid suppression for infants had the strongest association (OR 1.22, 95% CI 1.17-1.27). Three measures revealed decreasing LVC across increasing COI quintiles; Group A streptococcal testing among children <3 years revealed the lowest OR (0.85, 95% CI 0.73-0.99). The absolute volume of LVC delivered was greatest among low COI quintiles for most measures., Conclusions: Likelihood of LVC increased across COI quintiles for 10 of 20 measures, whereas 3 measures revealed reverse trends. High volumes of LVC across quintiles support a need for broad de-implementation efforts; measures with greater impact on children with lower opportunity warrant prioritized efforts., Competing Interests: CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES: The authors have indicated they have no potential conflicts of interest relevant to this article to disclose., (Copyright © 2024 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.)
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- 2024
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20. Transforming air pollution management in India with AI and machine learning technologies.
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Rautela KS and Goyal MK
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A comprehensive approach is essential in India's ongoing battle against air pollution, combining technological advancements, regulatory reinforcement, and widespread societal engagement. Bridging technological gaps involves deploying sophisticated pollution control technologies and addressing the rural-urban disparity through innovative solutions. The review found that integrating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI&ML) in air quality forecasting demonstrates promising results with a remarkable model efficiency. In this study, initially, we compute the PM
2.5 concentration over India using a surface mass concentration of 5 key aerosols such as black carbon (BC), dust (DU), organic carbon (OC), sea salt (SS) and sulphates (SU), respectively. The study identifies several regions highly vulnerable to PM2.5 pollution due to specific sources. The Indo-Gangetic Plains are notably impacted by high concentrations of BC, OC, and SU resulting from anthropogenic activities. Western India experiences higher DU concentrations due to its proximity to the Sahara Desert. Additionally, certain areas in northeast India show significant contributions of OC from biogenic activities. Moreover, an AI&ML model based on convolutional autoencoder architecture underwent rigorous training, testing, and validation to forecast PM2.5 concentrations across India. The results reveal its exceptional precision in PM2.5 prediction, as demonstrated by model evaluation metrics, including a Structural Similarity Index exceeding 0.60, Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio ranging from 28-30 dB and Mean Square Error below 10 μg/m3 . However, regulatory challenges persist, necessitating robust frameworks and consistent enforcement mechanisms, as evidenced by the complexities in predicting PM2.5 concentrations. Implementing tailored regional pollution control strategies, integrating AI&ML technologies, strengthening regulatory frameworks, promoting sustainable practices, and encouraging international collaboration are essential policy measures to mitigate air pollution in India., (© 2024. The Author(s).)- Published
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21. Response to Pinnuck and Lynch.
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Singh A, Goyal MK, Midha V, and Sood A
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- 2024
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22. Aerosol atmospheric rivers: patterns, impacts, and societal insights.
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Rautela KS, Singh S, and Goyal MK
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This study focuses on understanding how aerosols are transported over long distances, especially during extreme events. Leveraging the integrated vapour transport (IVT) based atmospheric river (AR) algorithm to integrated aerosol transport (IAT) to detect the aerosol atmospheric rivers (AARs) for key aerosol species such as black carbon (BC), organic carbon (OC), dust (DU), sea salt (SS), and sulphate (SU). The present study also assesses the occurrence, intensity, and societal impacts of AARs globally during 2015-2022 on a spatiotemporal resolution of 1.5° × 1.5° and 6 h, respectively. The detection algorithm found a total number of 128,261 AARs found globally for key aerosol species. However, the availability of BC, OC, and SU AARs is most common and intense in densely populated areas like the Indus-Brahmaputra-Ganga (IBG) plains (~ 15-20 AAR days/year), Eastern China (~ 25-40 AAR days/year), and Japan (~ 20-30 AAR days/year), where human activities including agriculture burning contribute to their formation. DU AARs, on the other hand, are more prevalent in Northern Africa (~ 15 AAR days/year), the Gulf (~ 5-10 AAR days/year), the USA, and the Amazon rainforests. SS AARs share similar characteristics with atmospheric rivers and are more intense in higher latitudes and over the oceans (~ 30-40 AAR days/year). The study also validates its findings by analysing recent extreme events involving BC and DU worldwide. The potential applications of specific AARs could assist us in identifying the causes of snow darkening, reducing snow cover area, and accelerating melting rate. Moreover, AARs could aid in quantifying the health risks associated with severe air pollution., (© 2024. The Author(s), under exclusive licence to Springer-Verlag GmbH Germany, part of Springer Nature.)
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23. "Syphilitic Hepatitis": A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Features, Diagnostic Approaches, and Management Considerations.
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Goyal MK, Dhaliwal KK, and Agrawal S
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- Humans, Syphilis diagnosis, Syphilis drug therapy, Anti-Bacterial Agents therapeutic use, Treponema pallidum immunology, Treponema pallidum isolation & purification, Hepatitis diagnosis, Hepatitis microbiology, Hepatitis drug therapy
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Syphilitic hepatitis is a very rare presentation of syphilis infection, characterized by inflammation of the liver due to the invasion of hepatic tissue by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. This review article provides an in-depth analysis of the existing body of information pertaining to syphilitic hepatitis. The article primarily concentrates on key aspects such as the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic approaches associated with this condition. Despite its rarity, awareness of syphilitic hepatitis is vital for accurate diagnosis and appropriate intervention. The clinical presentations frequently exhibit similarities with many liver illnesses, hence presenting difficulties in making an accurate diagnosis. Common symptoms include fatigue, stomach pain, and jaundice. Diagnostic procedures encompass the use of serological assays, including rapid plasma reagin (RPR) and fluorescent treponemal antibody absorption (FTA-ABS), in conjunction with imaging modalities to evaluate hepatic engagement. The primary therapeutic approach is the prompt initiation of antibiotic therapy, with a particular emphasis on penicillin, to eradicate the causative bacterial infection and facilitate the restoration of liver function. Failure to swiftly manage this condition may result in substantial morbidity. In summary, syphilitic hepatitis is a very uncommon but medically relevant manifestation of syphilis infection. The significance of increased clinical suspicion, precise diagnostic techniques, and prompt antibiotic administration is emphasized in this review since these are crucial in reducing the potentially severe outcomes associated with this illness., (Copyright © 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. All rights reserved.)
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- 2024
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24. Comments on "Enduring Clinical Remission in Refractory Celiac Disease Type II with Tofacitinib: An Open-Label Clinical Study".
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Goyal MK
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25. Comments on "Endoscopic Gallbladder Stenting to Prevent Recurrent Cholecystitis in Deferred Cholecystectomy: A Randomized Trial".
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Goyal MK
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- 2024
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26. Response to Kathuria, Higgins, and Berinstein.
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Singh A, Goyal MK, Midha V, and Sood A
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- 2024
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27. Tofacitinib in Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis (TACOS): A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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Singh A, Goyal MK, Midha V, Mahajan R, Kaur K, Gupta YK, Singh D, Bansal N, Kaur R, Kalra S, Goyal O, Mehta V, and Sood A
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- Humans, Male, Female, Double-Blind Method, Adult, Middle Aged, Acute Disease, Treatment Outcome, Severity of Illness Index, Drug Therapy, Combination, Protein Kinase Inhibitors therapeutic use, Colectomy, Infliximab therapeutic use, Piperidines therapeutic use, Colitis, Ulcerative drug therapy, Pyrimidines therapeutic use, Pyrroles therapeutic use, Pyrroles administration & dosage
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Introduction: Intravenous corticosteroids are the mainstay of treatment of patients hospitalized with acute severe ulcerative colitis (ASUC). However, 30%-40% of the patients are refractory to corticosteroids. We investigated whether addition of tofacitinib to corticosteroids improved the treatment responsiveness in patients with ASUC., Methods: This single-center, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial randomized adult patients with ASUC (defined by the Truelove Witts severity criteria) to receive either tofacitinib (10 mg thrice daily) or a matching placebo for 7 days while continuing intravenous corticosteroids (hydrocortisone 100 mg every 6 hours). The primary end point was response to treatment (decline in the Lichtiger index by >3 points and an absolute score <10 for 2 consecutive days without the need for rescue therapy) by day 7. The key secondary outcome was the cumulative probability of requiring initiation of infliximab or undergoing colectomy within 90 days following randomization. All analyses were performed in the intention-to-treat population., Results: A total of 104 patients were randomly assigned to a treatment group (53 to tofacitinib and 51 to placebo). At day 7, response to treatment was achieved in 44/53 (83.01%) patients receiving tofacitinib vs 30/51 (58.82%) patients receiving placebo (odds ratio 3.42, 95% confidence interval 1.37-8.48, P = 0.007). The need for rescue therapy by day 7 was lower in the tofacitinib arm (odds ratio 0.27, 95% confidence interval 0.09-0.78, P = 0.01). The cumulative probability of need for rescue therapy at day 90 was 0.13 in patients who received tofacitinib vs 0.38 in patients receiving placebo (log-rank P = 0.003). Most of the treatment-related adverse effects were mild. One patient, receiving tofacitinib, developed dural venous sinus thrombosis., Discussion: In patients with ASUC, combination of tofacitinib and corticosteroids improved treatment responsiveness and decreased the need for rescue therapy., (Copyright © 2024 by The American College of Gastroenterology.)
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28. Youth Suicide and Preceding Mental Health Diagnosis.
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Chaudhary S, Hoffmann JA, Pulcini CD, Zamani M, Hall M, Jeffries KN, Myers R, Fein J, Zima BT, Ehrlich PF, Alpern ER, Hargarten S, Sheehan KM, Fleegler EW, and Goyal MK
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- Humans, Male, Adolescent, Female, Cross-Sectional Studies, Young Adult, Retrospective Studies, United States epidemiology, Child, Suicide statistics & numerical data, Suicide psychology, Mental Disorders epidemiology
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Importance: Suicide is a leading cause of death among US youths, and mental health disorders are a known factor associated with increased suicide risk. Knowledge about potential sociodemographic differences in documented mental health diagnoses may guide prevention efforts., Objective: To examine the association of documented mental health diagnosis with (1) sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, (2) precipitating circumstances, and (3) mechanism among youth suicide decedents., Design, Setting, and Participants: This retrospective, cross-sectional study of youth suicide decedents aged 10 to 24 years used data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Violent Death Reporting System from 2010 to 2021. Data analysis was conducted from January to November 2023., Exposures: Sociodemographic characteristics, clinical characteristics, precipitating circumstances, and suicide mechanism., Main Outcomes and Measures: The primary outcome was previously documented presence of a mental health diagnosis. Associations were evaluated by multivariable logistic regression., Results: Among 40 618 youth suicide decedents (23 602 aged 20 to 24 years [58.1%]; 32 167 male [79.2%]; 1190 American Indian or Alaska Native [2.9%]; 1680 Asian, Native Hawaiian, or Other Pacific Islander [4.2%]; 5118 Black [12.7%]; 5334 Hispanic [13.2%]; 35 034 non-Hispanic; 30 756 White [76.1%]), 16 426 (40.4%) had a documented mental health diagnosis and 19 027 (46.8%) died by firearms. The adjusted odds of having a mental health diagnosis were lower among youths who were American Indian or Alaska Native (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 0.45; 95% CI, 0.39-0.51); Asian, Native Hawaiian, or Other Pacific Islander (aOR, 0.58; 95% CI, 0.52-0.64); and Black (aOR, 0.62; 95% CI, 0.58-0.66) compared with White youths; lower among Hispanic youths (aOR, 0.76; 95% CI, 0.72-0.82) compared with non-Hispanic youths; lower among youths aged 10 to 14 years (aOR, 0.70; 95% CI, 0.65-0.76) compared with youths aged 20 to 24 years; and higher for females (aOR, 1.64; 95% CI, 1.56-1.73) than males. A mental health diagnosis was documented for 6308 of 19 027 youths who died by firearms (33.2%); 1691 of 2743 youths who died by poisonings (61.6%); 7017 of 15 331 youths who died by hanging, strangulation, or suffocation (45.8%); and 1407 of 3181 youths who died by other mechanisms (44.2%). Compared with firearm suicides, the adjusted odds of having a documented mental health diagnosis were higher for suicides by poisoning (aOR, 1.70; 95% CI, 1.62-1.78); hanging, strangulation, and suffocation (aOR, 2.78; 95% CI, 2.55-3.03); and other mechanisms (aOR, 1.59; 95% CI, 1.47-1.72)., Conclusions and Relevance: In this cross-sectional study, 3 of 5 youth suicide decedents did not have a documented preceding mental health diagnosis; the odds of having a mental health diagnosis were lower among racially and ethnically minoritized youths than White youths and among firearm suicides compared with other mechanisms. These findings underscore the need for equitable identification of mental health needs and universal lethal means counseling as strategies to prevent youth suicide.
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29. The Multifaceted Impact of Gallstones: Understanding Complications and Management Strategies.
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Gupta V, Abhinav A, Vuthaluru S, Kalra S, Bhalla A, Rao AK, Goyal MK, and Vuthaluru AR
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Gallstones, or cholelithiasis, represent a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder characterized by the formation of calculi within the gallbladder. This review aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the complications associated with gallstones, with a focus on their pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methodologies, and management strategies. Gallstone-related complications encompass a broad spectrum, including biliary colic, acute cholecystitis, choledocholithiasis, acute pancreatitis, and cholangitis. The pathogenesis of these complications primarily involves biliary obstruction and subsequent infection, leading to significant morbidity and potential mortality. Diagnostic evaluation of gallstone complications employs various imaging techniques, such as ultrasonography, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), each with distinct advantages and limitations. Therapeutic approaches are discussed, ranging from conservative management with pharmacotherapy and bile acid dissolution agents to interventional procedures like extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) and percutaneous cholecystostomy. Surgical management, particularly laparoscopic cholecystectomy, remains the gold standard for definitive treatment. Additionally, advancements in endoscopic techniques, including endoscopic sphincterotomy (EST) and cholangioscopy, are highlighted. This review synthesizes current research findings and clinical guidelines, aiming to enhance the understanding and management of gallstone-related complications among healthcare professionals, thereby improving patient outcomes and reducing the burden of this common ailment., Competing Interests: Conflicts of interest: In compliance with the ICMJE uniform disclosure form, all authors declare the following: Payment/services info: All authors have declared that no financial support was received from any organization for the submitted work. Financial relationships: All authors have declared that they have no financial relationships at present or within the previous three years with any organizations that might have an interest in the submitted work. Other relationships: All authors have declared that there are no other relationships or activities that could appear to have influenced the submitted work., (Copyright © 2024, Gupta et al.)
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30. Contraception Use and Pregnancy Risk Among Adolescents in Pediatric Emergency Departments.
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Canter H, Reed J, Palmer C, Casper TC, Stukus K, Schmidt S, Pickett M, Mollen C, Elsholz C, Cruz AT, Augustine E, and Goyal MK
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- Humans, Adolescent, Female, Pregnancy, Cross-Sectional Studies, Young Adult, Contraception, Postcoital statistics & numerical data, United States epidemiology, Pregnancy, Unplanned, Contraception statistics & numerical data, Contraception methods, Emergency Service, Hospital statistics & numerical data, Pregnancy in Adolescence statistics & numerical data, Contraception Behavior statistics & numerical data
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Importance: Unintended pregnancy is a major health risk for adolescents in the US, and adolescents face many barriers to obtaining effective and reliable contraception., Objective: To measure and describe the use of contraception, pregnancy risk index (PRI), and emergency contraception (EC) prescriptions among female adolescents accessing the emergency department (ED) for care., Design, Setting, and Participants: This cross-sectional study is a planned secondary analysis of a multicenter trial from April 2021 through April 2022 that used a tablet-based, content-validated, confidential sexual health survey at 6 urban, pediatric tertiary care EDs affiliated with the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network. Participants were individuals aged 15 to 21 years presenting to the ED who completed the confidential sexual health survey and indicated female sex assigned at birth and prior penile-vaginal sexual intercourse. Data analysis was performed from January 2023 to February 2024., Main Outcomes and Measures: The primary outcomes were the type and proportion of contraception use, the PRI, and provision of EC. Separate multivariable logistic regression models were performed to identify sociodemographic factors associated with these outcomes., Results: A total of 1063 participants (median [IQR] age, 17.5 [16.5-18.3] years) were included in this analysis; 219 (20.8%) identified as Hispanic, 464 (44.1%) identified as non-Hispanic Black, 308 (29.3%) identified as non-Hispanic White, and 61 (5.8%) identified as other races and ethnicities. In total, 756 participants (71.1%) reported contraception use during their last sexual encounter. Long-acting reversible contraception use (LARC) was the least used (164 participants [15.4%]), and 307 (28.9%) reported no contraception use. Sociodemographic factors associated with overall contraception use, and LARC use specifically, included insurance and race and ethnicity. The overall PRI was 7.89, or an expected 8 pregnancies per 100 female individuals per year. Although 108 participants (10.2%) were eligible for EC, EC was ordered for only 6 (5.6%) of those eligible., Conclusions and Relevance: In this cross-sectional study of sexually active adolescents presenting to the ED, the majority of participants reported using at least 1 form of contraception; however, LARCs were the least used option, and 28.9% of participants reported no contraceptive use. The unintended pregnancy risk was almost 8% in the study population. Few patients eligible for EC received it. These data suggest a high need and potential opportunity for provision of contraception services in the ED setting.
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31. A Comprehensive Analysis of Clinical, Biochemical, and Polysomnographic Characteristics in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus With and Without Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
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Dhiman P, Singh P, Arora S, Kashyap A, Jain P, Singh M, Singh J, Singh A, Suhani F, Singh A, Goyal MK, and Vuthaluru AR
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Background: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has been a significant contributor to mortality all across the globe. The most attributing factors to pathogenesis are metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes, and so on, but the indicators of its early detection are still elusive., Objective: The study aimed to compare the clinical, biochemical, and polysomnographic characteristics of type 2 diabetes patients with and without OSA., Design and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Medicine and Endocrinology Unit of Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana. A total of 584 patients with type 2 diabetes were assessed using the Berlin questionnaire, with 302 fulfilling the criteria for a high risk of OSA. Out of 302 patients who met the criteria for the high-risk category, 110 patients underwent a sleep study., Results: Three hundred and two patients satisfying the inclusion and exclusion criteria were enrolled in the study. A total of 110 patients underwent a sleep study, of which 68 (61.8%) had evidence of OSA. The waist-to-hip ratio was considerably higher in the OSA patients than in the non-OSA group (1.09 vs 0.930, p = 0.001). HbA1c >7% was found in 58.8% of OSA patients contrary to 38.1% of non-OSA patients. Fasting plasma glucose levels (>126 mg/dl) were identified in a substantially larger proportion of OSA patients than the non-OSA patients (64.7% vs 45.2%, p = 0.04). Similarly, peripheral neuropathy was found more commonly in the OSA patients than in the non-OSA patients (47% vs. 26.1%, p = 0.02). Prevalence of retinopathy, nephropathy, coronary artery disease, stroke, heart failure, and peripheral vascular disease did not differ significantly between the two groups., Conclusions: OSA frequently occurs among individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus. The prompt identification of OSA within this demographic is imperative to pinpoint those at an elevated risk of succumbing to conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, the exacerbation of glycemic control, and the onset of unmanaged hypertension. Moreover, there exists a positive correlation between the waist-to-hip ratio and the prevalence of OSA in persons with type 2 diabetes mellitus, highlighting the critical role of waist-to-hip ratio assessments in this patient population., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2024, Dhiman et al.)
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32. Ansa Pancreatica: A Rare Culprit in Recurrent Acute Pancreatitis.
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Goyal MK, Vuthaluru AR, and Taranikanti V
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Ansa pancreatica is a rare anatomical variation of the pancreatic duct system, characterized by a reversed S-shaped loop that connects the main pancreatic duct to the minor papilla. Its clinical significance, particularly with recurrent acute pancreatitis, has been a subject of interest, but remains poorly understood due to the rarity of reported cases. We report the case of a 34-year-old female with a history of multiple episodes of acute pancreatitis, diagnosed with ansa pancreatica using magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP). The patient presented with severe epigastric pain radiating to the back, accompanied by vomiting and nausea. Laboratory findings revealed elevated serum amylase and lipase levels. MRCP imaging identified the ansa pancreatica, showing a distinct looping ductal variant terminating near the minor papilla. The patient underwent successful endoscopic treatment with significant improvement in symptoms and no recurrence of pancreatitis at follow-up. In this case, the presence of ansa pancreatica underscores the variant's potential role in predisposing individuals to recurrent episodes of acute pancreatitis. The literature review highlights the anatomical description of ansa pancreatica and its speculated pathophysiological mechanism leading to pancreatitis, primarily due to impaired pancreatic juice drainage. Despite its rarity, recognizing ansa pancreatica is crucial for the appropriate management of idiopathic recurrent pancreatitis, especially in cases where conventional causes are absent. This case report and literature review emphasize the importance of considering ansa pancreatica in the differential diagnosis of recurrent acute pancreatitis. Further research is needed to elucidate the exact mechanism by which this anatomical variant contributes to pancreatitis and to explore potential therapeutic interventions. Awareness and early detection of ansa pancreatica can lead to targeted treatments, reducing the morbidity associated with recurrent pancreatitis episodes., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2024, Goyal et al.)
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33. Identification of novel pathogenic variants of Calpain-3 gene in limb girdle muscular dystrophy R1.
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Banerjee S, Radotra BD, Luthra-Guptasarma M, and Goyal MK
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- Humans, Mutation genetics, Mutation, Missense, Proteomics, Calpain genetics, Muscular Dystrophies, Limb-Girdle diagnosis
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Background: Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy R1 (LGMDR1) is an autosomal recessive neuromuscular disease caused by mutations in the calpain-3 (CAPN3) gene. As clinical and pathological features may overlap with other types of LGMD, therefore definite molecular diagnosis is required to understand the progression of this debilitating disease. This study aims to identify novel variants of CAPN3 gene in LGMDR1 patients., Results: Thirty-four patients with clinical and histopathological features suggestive of LGMD were studied. The muscle biopsy samples were evaluated using Enzyme histochemistry, Immunohistochemistry, followed by Western Blotting and Sanger sequencing. Out of 34 LGMD cases, 13 patients were diagnosed as LGMDR1 by immunoblot analysis, demonstrating reduced or absent calpain-3 protein as compared to controls. Variants of CAPN3 gene were also found and pathogenicity was predicted using in-silico prediction tools. The CAPN3 gene variants found in this study, included, two missense variants [CAPN3: c.1189T > C, CAPN3: c.2338G > C], one insertion-deletion [c.1688delinsTC], one splice site variant [c.2051-1G > T], and one nonsense variant [c.1939G > T; p.Glu647Ter]., Conclusions: We confirmed 6 patients as LGMDR1 (with CAPN3 variants) from our cohort and calpain-3 protein expression was significantly reduced by immunoblot analysis as compared to control. Besides the previously known variants, our study found two novel variants in CAPN3 gene by Sanger sequencing-based approach indicating that genetic variants in LGMDR1 patients may help to understand the etiology of the disease and future prognostication., (© 2024. The Author(s).)
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34. Transboundary hazard and downstream impact of glacial lakes in Hindu-Kush Karakoram Himalayas.
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Dubey S, Sattar A, Gupta V, Goyal MK, Haritashya UK, and Kargel JS
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Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) can generate catastrophic flash floods when the damming structure is breached or overtopped. Some of these glacial lakes are located in transboundary regions where floods originating from the lake in one country could inundate a neighboring country, devastating the population and infrastructure of both nations and influencing socio-political relationships. Therefore, assessing the lakes' hazard is crucial. This study investigates transboundary glacial lakes, considering their GLOF hazard, including potential mass movement intrusion, moraine's stability, upstream and downstream process cascades, downstream flood extents, and the exposure and vulnerability of the downstream infrastructure and affected population. GLOF exposure assessments were carried out to identify exposed buildings, bridges, and hydropower systems in transboundary regions. China currently has the highest number of transboundary lakes, with most of them potentially impacting India and Nepal. Most of the transboundary lakes in China, and many in India and Nepal, are susceptible to mass movements. Among the 230 transboundary glacial lakes in the Hindu Kush Karakoram Himalaya, 55 lakes can potentially impact other glacial lakes along their flow path, creating a cascade of events. Five transboundary lakes could potentially impact over 1000 buildings, and 16 lakes could impact over 500 buildings. A total of 35 lakes can impact at least one hydropower station along their flow path, and 4 lakes can impact two hydropower stations. This research emphasizes the critical importance of conducting comprehensive risk analyses of GLOFs in transboundary regions to inform policy-makers. It calls for investing in broad-scale assessments and data-driven decision-making for mitigating and adapting to GLOF risks effectively. Finally, by raising awareness among policy-makers, the study aims to drive actions that safeguard communities and infrastructure vulnerable to GLOF., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare the following financial interests/personal relationships which may be considered as potential competing interests: Umesh K. Haritashya reports financial support was provided by NASA. Saket Dubey reports financial support was provided by University of Dayton. Umesh K. Haritashya reports financial support was provided by University of Dayton. Jeffrey S. Kargel reports financial support was provided by NASA. Ashim Sattar reports financial support was provided by India Ministry of Science & Technology Department of Science and Technology., (Copyright © 2024 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.)
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35. Disparities in Racial, Ethnic, and Payer Groups for Pediatric Safety Events in US Hospitals.
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Parikh K, Hall M, Tieder JS, Dixon G, Ward MC, Hinds PS, Goyal MK, Rangel SJ, Flores G, and Kaiser SV
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- United States, Infant, Newborn, Humans, Child, Retrospective Studies, Hospitals, Ethnicity, Disease Progression, Sepsis, Respiratory Insufficiency
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Background and Objectives: Health care disparities are pervasive, but little is known about disparities in pediatric safety. We analyzed a national sample of hospitalizations to identify disparities in safety events., Methods: In this population-based, retrospective cohort study of the 2019 Kids' Inpatient Database, independent variables were race, ethnicity, and payer. Outcomes were Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality pediatric safety indicators (PDIs). Risk-adjusted odds ratios were calculated using white and private payer reference groups. Differences by payer were evaluated by stratifying race and ethnicity., Results: Race and ethnicity of the 5 243 750 discharged patients were white, 46%; Hispanic, 19%; Black, 15%; missing, 8%; other race/multiracial, 7%, Asian American/Pacific Islander, 5%; and Native American, 1%. PDI rates (per 10 000 discharges) were 331.4 for neonatal blood stream infection, 267.5 for postoperative respiratory failure, 114.9 for postoperative sepsis, 29.5 for postoperative hemorrhage/hematoma, 5.6 for central-line blood stream infection, 3.5 for accidental puncture/laceration, and 0.7 for iatrogenic pneumothorax. Compared with white patients, Black and Hispanic patients had significantly greater odds in 5 of 7 PDIs; the largest disparities occurred in postoperative sepsis (adjusted odds ratio, 1.55 [1.38-1.73]) for Black patients and postoperative respiratory failure (adjusted odds ratio, 1.34 [1.21-1.49]) for Hispanic patients. Compared with privately insured patients, Medicaid-covered patients had significantly greater odds in 4 of 7 PDIs; the largest disparity occurred in postoperative sepsis (adjusted odds ratios, 1.45 [1.33-1.59]). Stratified analyses demonstrated persistent disparities by race and ethnicity, even among privately insured children., Conclusions: Disparities in safety events were identified for Black and Hispanic children, indicating a need for targeted interventions to improve patient safety in the hospital., (Copyright © 2024 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.)
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36. Characterizing the spatio-temporal distribution, detection, and prediction of aerosol atmospheric rivers on a global scale.
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Rautela KS, Singh S, and Goyal MK
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- Aerosols analysis, Carbon analysis, Dust analysis, Environmental Monitoring methods, Seasons, Soot, Air Pollutants analysis, Air Pollution analysis
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Aerosol Atmospheric Rivers (AARs) are elongated and narrow regions that carry high concentrations of aerosols (tiny particles suspended in the atmosphere) across large distances, exerting effects on both air quality and human health (Chakraborty et al., 2021, 2022). Monitoring and modeling these aerosols present distinct challenges due to their dynamic nature and complex interactions within the atmosphere. In this context, the present study detects and predicts the AARs using MERRA-2 reanalysis datasets with their seasonal climatology of key aerosol species, including Black Carbon (BC), Dust (DU), Organic Carbon (OC), Sea Salt (SS), and Sulphates (SU). The study employs an innovative Integrated Aerosol Transport (IAT) based AAR algorithm from 2015 to 2022. A total count of 44,020 BC AARs, 13,280 DU AARs, 21,599 OC AARs, 17,925 SS AARs, and 31,437 SU AARs were detected globally. The seasonal climatology of BC and OC AARs intensifies in areas such as the Amazon rainforest and Congo during AMJJAS (April-September) due to forest fires. Similarly, DU AARs are more frequent in regions near the Saharan desert, primarily around the equator during AMJJAS. SS AARs tend to predominate over the oceans, while SU AARs are predominantly found in the northern hemisphere, primarily due to higher anthropogenic emissions. Furthermore, convolutional autoencoder-based models were developed for key aerosol species, strengthening predictive accuracy by effectively capturing complex data relationships and delivering precise predictions for the last 5-time frames. During validation, the model evaluation parameters for image prediction such as the Structural Similarity Index ranged from 0.86 to 0.94, Peak Signal-to-Noise Ratio fluctuated between 1.14 and 42.25 dB, Root Mean Square Error varied from 2.39 to 296.4 mg/(m-sec), and Mean Square Error fell within the range of 1.55-17.22 mg/(m-sec). These collectively reflect image closeness, quality, dissimilarity, and accuracy in AAR prediction. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of advanced machine and deep learning models in predicting AARs, offering the potential for advanced forecasting and enhancing resilience in high-aerosol concentration regions., Competing Interests: Declaration of competing interest The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper., (Copyright © 2023 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.)
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37. Social Navigation for Adolescent Emergency Department Patients: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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Rucker A, Watson A, Badolato G, Jarvis L, Patel SJ, and Goyal MK
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- Humans, Adolescent, Data Collection, Emergency Service, Hospital
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Purpose: Adolescent emergency department (ED) patients have unmet social needs that contribute to ED use. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of social needs navigation for adolescents on subsequent ED visits and community resource use and to identify characteristics associated with elevated social risk., Methods: Between July 2017 and August 2019, we used a random date generator to establish intervention and control group enrollment dates. All adolescents completed a social needs survey. Adolescents enrolled on intervention dates received in-person, risk-tailored social needs navigation. Those enrolled on control dates received a preprinted resource guide. We used chart review and follow-up calls to assess 12-month ED revisits and community resource use. Logistic regression was used to compare these outcomes between groups. We measured the association between ≥3 reported unmet needs and characteristics hypothesized a priori to be associated with elevated social risk (nonurgent visits, obesity, or any of nine "socially sensitive" chief complaints) using logistic regression., Results: A total of 399 adolescents were randomized. There was no difference between groups in the number of ED revisits. There was increased community resource use in the intervention group (adjusted odds ratio [aOR]: 3.5 [95% confidence interval {CI}: 1.5, 8.2]). Adolescents with a socially sensitive chief complaint had increased odds of ≥3 unmet needs (aOR: 2.2 [95% CI: 1.3, 3.6]), as did those with food insecurity in a post hoc analysis (aOR: 9.9 [95% CI: 4.0, 24.6])., Discussion: Social needs navigation increased community resource use but not subsequent ED visits. Adolescents with socially sensitive chief complaints or food insecurity reported increased unmet needs., (Copyright © 2023 Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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38. Disparities in Diagnostic Timeliness and Outcomes of Pediatric Appendicitis.
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Michelson KA, Bachur RG, Rangel SJ, Finkelstein JA, Monuteaux MC, and Goyal MK
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- Humans, Child, Appendicitis diagnosis, Appendicitis epidemiology
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39. Concordance of Adolescent Gender, Race, and Ethnicity: Self-report Versus Medical Record Data.
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Cruz AT, Palmer CA, Augustine EM, Casper TC, Dowshen N, Elsholz CL, Mollen CJ, Pickett ML, Schmidt SK, Stukus KS, Goyal MK, and Reed JL
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- Humans, Adolescent, Self Report, Racial Groups, Ethnicity, Medical Records
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40. A Holistic Approach to Childhood Firearm Injuries.
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Pulcini CD, Hoffmann JA, Alpern ER, Chaudhary S, Ehrlich PF, Fein JA, Fleegler EW, Goyal MK, Hall M, Jeffries KN, Myers R, Sheehan KM, Zamani M, Zima BT, and Hargarten S
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- Child, Humans, Hospitalization, Retrospective Studies, Firearms, Wounds, Gunshot epidemiology, Wounds, Gunshot prevention & control
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41. Sexually Transmitted Infection Diagnoses at Children's Hospitals During COVID-19.
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Masonbrink AR, Abella M, Hall M, Gooding HC, Burger RK, and Goyal MK
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- Adolescent, Humans, Child, Retrospective Studies, Hospitals, Pediatric, COVID-19 diagnosis, COVID-19 epidemiology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases diagnosis, Sexually Transmitted Diseases epidemiology, HIV Infections
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Objectives: COVID-19 mitigation strategies resulted in changes in health care access and utilization, which could negatively impact adolescents at risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). We evaluated changes in STI diagnoses during adolescent visits at children's hospitals during COVID-19., Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study using the Pediatric Health Information System database comparing adolescent (11-18 years) hospital visits with an STI diagnosis by International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision, code during COVID-19 (2020) to pre-COVID-19 (2017-2019). Data were divided into spring (March 15-May 31), summer (June 1-August 31), and fall (September 1-December 31). Median weekly visits and patient characteristics were compared using median regression., Results: Of 2 747 135 adolescent encounters, there were 10 941 encounters with an STI diagnosis from 44 children's hospitals in 2020. There was a decrease in overall median weekly visits for STIs in spring during COVID-19 (n = -18.6%, P = .001) and an increase in overall visits in summer (11%, P = .002) during COVID-19. There were significant increases in inpatient median weekly visits for STIs in summer (30%, P = .001) and fall (27%, P = .003) during COVID-19. We found increases in Neisseria gonorrhoeae (50%, P < .001) and other STI diagnoses (defined as other or unspecified STI by International Classification of Diseases, 10th revision, code; 38%, P = .040) in fall COVID-19 (2020), and a decrease in pelvic inflammatory disease (-28%, P = .032) in spring COVID-19 (2020)., Conclusions: We found increases in median weekly adolescent inpatient visits with an STI diagnosis in summer and fall COVID-19 (2020). These findings were likely partially driven by changes in behaviors or health care access. Further work is needed to improve STI care and thus potentially improve related health outcomes., (Copyright © 2024 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.)
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42. The Epidemiology of Violence Exposure in Children.
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Donnelly KA and Goyal MK
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- Female, Adolescent, Humans, Child, United States epidemiology, Pandemics, Bisexuality, Violence, Exposure to Violence, Sexual and Gender Minorities, Transgender Persons
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Exposure to violence remains a significant issue for children in the United States. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated many of these exposures. Violence unequally impacts children of color and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth. Pediatricians can and must continue to advocate and intervene to decrease pediatric violence exposure and its effects., (Copyright © 2023 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)
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43. Pediatric Firearm Injury Emergency Department Visits From 2017 to 2022: A Multicenter Study.
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Hoffmann JA, Carter CP, Olsen CS, Chaudhari PP, Chaudhary S, Duffy S, Glomb N, Goyal MK, Grupp-Phelan J, Haasz M, Ketabchi B, Kravitz-Wirtz N, Lerner EB, Shihabuddin B, Wendt W, Cook LJ, and Alpern ER
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- Female, Humans, Child, Male, Adolescent, Retrospective Studies, Emergency Treatment, Emergency Service, Hospital, Firearms, Wounds, Gunshot epidemiology, Wounds, Gunshot prevention & control
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Background and Objective: Pediatric firearm injuries increased during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic, but recent trends in firearm injury emergency department (ED) visits are not well described. We aimed to assess how pediatric firearm injury ED visits during the pandemic differed from expected prepandemic trends., Methods: We retrospectively studied firearm injury ED visits by children <18 years old at 9 US hospitals participating in the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network Registry before (January 2017 to February 2020) and during (March 2020 to November 2022) the pandemic. Multivariable Poisson regression models estimated expected visit rates from prepandemic data. We calculated rate ratios (RRs) of observed to expected visits per 30 days, overall, and by sociodemographic characteristics., Results: We identified 1904 firearm injury ED visits (52.3% 15-17 years old, 80.0% male, 63.5% non-Hispanic Black), with 694 prepandemic visits and 1210 visits during the pandemic. Death in the ED/hospital increased from 3.1% prepandemic to 6.1% during the pandemic (P = .007). Firearm injury visits per 30 days increased from 18.0 prepandemic to 36.1 during the pandemic (RR 2.09, 95% CI 1.63-2.91). Increases beyond expected rates were seen for 10- to 14-year-olds (RR 2.61, 95% CI 1.69-5.71), females (RR 2.46, 95% CI 1.55-6.00), males (RR 2.00, 95% CI 1.53-2.86), Hispanic children (RR 2.30, 95% CI 1.30-9.91), and Black non-Hispanic children (RR 1.88, 95% CI 1.34-3.10)., Conclusions: Firearm injury ED visits for children increased beyond expected prepandemic trends, with greater increases among certain population subgroups. These findings may inform firearm injury prevention efforts., (Copyright © 2023 by the American Academy of Pediatrics.)
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44. The Neuro-Ophthalmology of Tuberculosis.
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Shree R, Mahesh KV, Takkar A, Modi M, Goyal MK, and Lal V
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Tuberculosis (TB) is a global health concern and central nervous system (CNS) TB leads to high mortality and morbidity. CNS TB can manifest as tubercular meningitis, tuberculoma, myelitis, and arachnoiditis. Neuro-ophthalmological involvement by TB can lead to permanent blindness, ocular nerve palsies and gaze restriction. Visual impairment is a dreaded complication of tubercular meningitis (TBM), which can result from visual pathway involvement at different levels with varying pathogenesis. Efferent pathway involvement includes cranial nerve palsies and disorders of gaze. The purpose of this review is to outline the various neuro-ophthalmological manifestations of TB along with a description of their unique pathogenesis and management. Optochiasmatic arachnoiditis and tuberculomas are the most common causes of vision loss followed by chronic papilloedema. Abducens nerve palsy is the most commonly seen ocular nerve palsy in TBM. Gaze palsies with deficits in saccades and pursuits can occur due to brainstem tuberculomas. Corticosteroids are the cornerstone in the management of paradoxical reactions, but other immunomodulators such as thalidomide and infliximab are being explored. Toxic optic neuropathy caused by ethambutol necessitates careful monitoring and immediate drug discontinuation. Cerebrospinal fluid diversion through ventriculo-peritoneal shunting may be required in patients with hydrocephalus in stage I and II of TBM to prevent visual impairment. Early diagnosis and prompt management are crucial to prevent permanent disability. Prevention strategies, public health initiatives, regular follow-up and timely intervention are essential in reducing the burden of CNS TB and its neuro-ophthalmological complications., Competing Interests: No potential conflict of interest was reported by the authors., (© 2023 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.)
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45. Prevalence and clinical correlates of co-morbid attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in euthymic adults with bipolar disorder: A cross-sectional study.
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Mishra VC, Solanki G, Singh D, and Goyal MK
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Background: Bipolar disorders (BDs) are co-morbid with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), making diagnosis and management more difficult and associated with poorer outcomes. So, this study was planned to find the prevalence and clinical implication of co-morbid ADHD in BD., Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 110 euthymic BD patients were taken. They were screened for childhood ADHD symptoms and adult ADHD symptoms using the Wender Utah Rating Scale for ADHD and Adult ADHD Self-Report Screening Scale for DSM-5. Those were divided into three groups: Group A included BD patients without ADHD, Group B included bipolar patients with co-morbid adult ADHD (BD-aADHD), and Group C included bipolar patients who had a diagnosis of childhood ADHD (BD-cADHD)., Results: The ADHD prevalence of 27% was found in bipolar patients. The age of onset of an episode of BD was significantly earlier and the total duration of illness was significantly higher in BD-aADHD and BD-cADHD compared to the BD without ADHD. The BD-aADHD and BD-cADHD groups showed a significantly higher number of total, manic and major depressive episodes as compared to the BD without ADHD group. BD-aADHD showed a significant greater number of hypomanic episodes as compared to BD without ADHD., Conclusions: The present study concludes that ADHD is a lifetime co-morbid condition in adults with BD. These patients have a more chronic and disabling course of BD which underscores the need to understand the potential benefit of controlling ADHD symptoms in this population., Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest., (Copyright: © 2023 Indian Journal of Psychiatry.)
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46. Colonic Lipoma: A Rare Cause of Intussusception.
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Goyal MK, Gupta YK, Mehta V, Singh A, and Sood A
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The most common and challenging chief complaint in the emergency department is abdominal pain. Intussusception, although rare in adults, is an important etiology to consider. The diagnosis is often delayed because of the nonspecific symptoms, especially in adults. This case highlights a rare case of intussusception in a middle-aged male with a colonic lipoma as a leading point. Endo-loop was applied to the colonic lipoma, leading to the resolution of intussusception. Therefore, this can be an effective alternative to surgery in select cases., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2023, Goyal et al.)
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47. Spatiotemporal-based automated inundation mapping of Ramsar wetlands using Google Earth Engine.
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Goyal MK, Rakkasagi S, Shaga S, Zhang TC, Surampalli RY, and Dubey S
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Wetlands are one of the most critical components of an ecosystem, supporting many ecological niches and a rich diversity of flora and fauna. The ecological significance of these sites makes it imperative to study the changes in their inundation extent and propose necessary measures for their conservation. This study analyzes all 64 Ramsar sites in China based on their inundation patterns using Landsat imagery from 1991 to 2020. Annual composites were generated using the short-wave infrared thresholding technique from June to September to create inundation maps. The analysis was carried out on each Ramsar site individually to account for its typical behavior due to regional geographical and climatic conditions. The results of the inundation analysis for each site were subjected to the Mann-Kendall test to determine their trends. The analysis showed that 8 sites exhibited a significantly decreasing trend, while 14 sites displayed a significantly increasing trend. The accuracy of the analysis ranged from a minimum of 72.0% for Hubei Wang Lake to a maximum of 98.0% for Zhangye Heihe Wetland National Nature Reserve. The average overall accuracy of the sites was found to be 90.0%. The findings emphasize the necessity for conservation strategies and policies for Ramsar sites., (© 2023. Springer Nature Limited.)
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48. Clinical Profile and Outcomes of Patients With Hypercalcemia in an Indian Tertiary Care Center.
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Sukhija T, Midha V, Mittal N, Kalra E, Chouhan K, Singh D, Dishant F, Attri P, Goyal MK, and Arora S
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Hypercalcemia is a complex medical condition characterized by elevated levels of serum calcium (>10.5 mg/dL) in the bloodstream, often arising from various underlying etiologies. This condition presents a significant clinical challenge due to its diverse clinical manifestations and potential for serious complications. Profiling and understanding hypercalcemia is essential for accurate diagnosis, appropriate management, and improved patient outcomes. In this study, we delve into the comprehensive profiling of hypercalcemia, encompassing its epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, and diagnostic approaches. We explore the multifaceted etiological factors contributing to hypercalcemia, including primary hyperparathyroidism, malignancies, granulomatous disorders, medications, and more. We highlight the intricate interplay between parathyroid hormone, vitamin D, and other regulatory mechanisms that influence calcium homeostasis, shedding light on the underlying molecular pathways. Furthermore, we discuss the diverse clinical manifestations of hypercalcemia, ranging from asymptomatic cases to severe, life-threatening complications involving the renal, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and neuromuscular systems. Accurate diagnosis is pivotal, and we evaluate the array of laboratory tests, imaging modalities, and specialized assays that aid in identifying the root cause of hypercalcemia. We emphasize the importance of a systematic approach to differential diagnosis and the significance of risk stratification to guide clinical decision-making. The evolving landscape of treatment options for hypercalcemia is also explored, encompassing both acute management and long-term strategies tailored to the underlying etiology. We assess the role of hydration, pharmacological agents, and surgical interventions, underscoring the need for individualized therapeutic plans based on the severity and underlying cause of hypercalcemia. In conclusion, the profiling of hypercalcemia is a multidimensional endeavor that necessitates a comprehensive understanding of its underlying mechanisms, diverse clinical presentations, and diagnostic intricacies. This study intends to serve as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, offering insights into the complex terrain of hypercalcemia., Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist., (Copyright © 2023, Sukhija et al.)
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49. Heat waves characteristics intensification across Indian smart cities.
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Goyal MK, Singh S, and Jain V
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Indian cities have frequently observed intense and severe heat waves for the last few years. It will be primarily due to a significant increase in the variation in heat wave characteristics like duration, frequency, and intensity across the urban regions of India. This study will determine the impact of future climate scenarios like SSP 245 and 585 over the heat wave characteristics. It will present the comparison between heat waves characteristics in the historical time (1981 to 2020) with future projections, i.e., D
1 (2021-2046), D2 (2047-2072), and D3 (2073-2098) for different climate scenarios across Indian smart cities. It is observed that the Coastal, Interior Peninsular, and North-Central regions will observe intense and frequent heat waves in the future under SSP 245 and 585 scenarios. A nearly two-fold increase in heat wave' mean duration will be observed in the smart cities of the Interior Peninsular, Coastal, and North Central zones. Thiruvananthapuram city on the west coast has the maximum hazard associated with heat waves among all the smart cities of India under both SSPs. This study assists smart city policymakers in improving the planning and implementation of heat wave adaptation and mitigation plans based on the proposed framework for heat action plans and heat wave characteristics for improving urban health well-being under hot weather extremes in different homogeneous temperature zones., (© 2023. Springer Nature Limited.)- Published
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50. Lenvatinib-Induced Tumor Lysis Syndrome in Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma.
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Goyal MK, Singh A, Kumar Gupta Y, Kaur Dhaliwal K, and Sood A
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This case report describes a 48-year-old man with hepatocellular carcinoma who developed tumor lysis syndrome (TLS) after 7 days of starting lenvatinib therapy. The patient was hospitalized and received appropriate interventions, including aggressive hydration, allopurinol, rasburicase, and electrolyte management. The patient's condition improved, and he was eventually discharged from the hospital. This case highlights the potential risk of TLS in patients with hepatocellular carcinoma receiving lenvatinib therapy, even after a short duration, and emphasizes the importance of early recognition and management of TLS to prevent serious complications., (© 2023 The Author(s). Published by Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc. on behalf of The American College of Gastroenterology.)
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