Gupta M

IntroductionRecent research has linked chronic pain with an increased risk of clinical dementia diagnosis. Yet structural and functional brain changes associated with chronic pain and their potential role in accelerating brain ageing have n…

BACKGROUND: Gynecological pelvic masses comprise a wide spectrum of benign and malignant conditions. Accurate preoperative characterization is crucial for optimal management. Although ultrasonography is the initial imaging modality, magneti…

Internal hernias are a rare cause of small bowel obstruction. Broad ligament hernias are particularly rare and often present with nonspecific symptoms and subtle imaging findings, complicating diagnosis. Herein, the case of a 34-year-old fe…

Intestinal obstruction (IO) during pregnancy is a rare occurrence. Although uncommon, IO in pregnancy carries a significant risk of maternal and fetal mortality. Diagnosing IO can be challenging, as abdominal pain and vomiting in pregnant p…

Background and objective Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a prevalent condition affecting women of various age groups, significantly impacting their quality of life. To address this multifaceted issue, a comprehensive approach that goes…

The systemic oppression of women and gender-based discrimination has deep roots in human civilization. As evident in both written texts and widespread practices, conscious and unconscious biases associated with patriarchy have been and cont…

Caesarean scar endometriosis (CSE) is a rare type of abdominal wall endometriosis and is frequently missed on initial presentation. A case of CSE diagnosed and treated by surgical excision is presented. Although rare, CSE should be consider…

BackgroundGenital tuberculosis is one of the leading causes of female infertility. Paucibacillary nature of the disease in the female genital system often makes its diagnosis difficult. No single test has been able to accurately diagnose ge…

ObjectiveTo assess the psychological impact of suspension/postponement of various fertility treatments on infertile women during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.MethodsThis was a cross-sectional study conducted as an online…

BackgroundSignaling molecules such as cytokines and interleukins are key mediators for the immune response in responding to internal or external stimuli. Homeopathically prepared signaling molecules have been used therapeutically for about …

ObjectiveTo study donor and recipient factors affecting cumulative live birth rate (CLBR) in oocyte donor IVF (OD- IVF) cycles.MethodsThe present retrospective study was conducted at the ART center of a tertiary care referral hospital after…

Background and objectivesIn India, the uterine fibroid is a common indication of hysterectomy. An effective option for medical treatment may decrease the morbidity associated with hysterectomy. We aimed to evaluate the effect of mifepriston…

IntroductionThe sacroiliac joint (SIJ) has been estimated to contribute to pain in as much as 38% of cases of lower back pain. There are no clear diagnostic or treatment pathways. This article seeks to establish a clearer pathway and algori…

IntroductionCarcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and carbohydrate antigen 19-9 (CA19-9) have been reported in previous studies to assess the prognosis of gall bladder cancer (GBC) individually and in combination. However, the evidence of utility …

Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) has prominent extracellular matrix (ECM) that compromises treatments yet cannot be nonselectively disrupted without adverse consequences. ECM of PDAC, despite the recognition of its importance, has no…

Background: One model of ovarian cancer development model divides tumors into two types. Type I tumors are characterized by KRAS and BRAF mutations, which can activate mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK). Type II tumors are characterize…

Background. Tuberculosis (TB) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality globally. Many cases are diagnosed on autopsy and a subset of patients may require surgical intervention either due to the complication or sequelae of TB. Materials a…

BackgroundMany women who experience endometriosis and endometriomas also encounter problems with fertility.ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to determine the impact of surgical excision of endometriosis and endometriomas compared with …

CONTEXT: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is a common condition of women of the reproductive age group. It has a negative impact on a woman's personal health and quality of life (QOL). Practicing yoga has shown numerous benefits in various chronic…

ObjectiveWe assessed the association between reproductive and hormonal factors and ovarian cancer incidence characterized by estrogen receptor-α (ERα) and progesterone receptor (PR) status.MethodsTissue microarrays were used to assess ERα a…

Inflammatory cytokines, like tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) and interleukin-6 (IL-6), are elevated in ovarian cancer. Differences in cytokine expression by histologic subytpe or ovarian cancer risk factors can provide useful insight in…

Intractable cancer pain not amenable to standard oral or parenteral analgesics is a horrifying truth in 10-15% of patients. Interventional pain management techniques are an indispensable arsenal in pain physician's armamentarium for severe,…

OBJECTIVE: To present the largest experience on the ureteroscopic management of ureteral obstruction secondary to intraluminal endometrial implantation. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We retrospectively evaluated patients who underwent ureteroscop…