Phase formation, thermal stability and magnetic moment of cobalt nitride thin films

Cobalt nitride (Co-N) thin films prepared using a reactive magnetron sputtering process by varying the relative nitrogen gas flow (\pn) are studied in this work. As \pn~increases, Co(N), \tcn, Co$_3$N and CoN phases are formed. An incremental increase in \pn, after emergence of \tcn~phase at \pn=10\p, results in a continuous expansion in the lattice constant ($a$) of \tcn. For \pn=30\p, $a$ maximizes and becomes comparable to its theoretical value. An expansion in $a$ of \tcn, results in an enhancement of magnetic moment, to the extent that it becomes even larger than pure Co. Though such higher (than pure metal) magnetic moment for Fe$_4$N thin films have been theoretically predicted and evidenced experimentally, higher (than pure Co) magnetic moment are evidenced in this work and explained in terms of large-volume high-moment model for tetra metal nitrides.Comment: 4 pages, 4 figure

A prospective observational study conducted in tertiary teaching hospital of Uttar Pradesh to compare safety and efficacy of PPIUCD and interval IUCD (380A)

Background: The objective of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of PPIUCD and interval IUCD.Methods: This was a prospective observational study conducted on women attending the OPD and indoor services of S.N. Medical college, Agra. 800 women willing for PPIUCD insertion were included in the study after informed consent excluding chorioamnionitis, PROM>18 hours, unresolved PPH and puerperal sepsis. Another 200 willing women were inserted interval IUCD according to MEC criteria of WHO. All were followed up for 1 year.Results: It was found that rate of expulsion was more in PPIUCD group compared to interval IUCD group (6%vs 1.5% p value <.05),rate of removal was almost similar in both groups (11.5%inPPIUCD and 14%in interval IUCD group), cause of removal was mainly social in PPIUCD group while bleeding was more in interval IUCD group compared to PPIUCD (85.7%vs26%).Conclusions: Postpartum insertion of IUCD is a safe effective, feasible and reversible method of contraception

The Stylistic Modes in Aravind Adiga’s Last Man in Tower

Aravind Adiga’s acute and microscopic observation and the technique of presentation make him an exceptional novelist of the contemporary period. The use of figurative and metaphorical language proves him to be an accomplished novelist. His third and vibrant novel Last Man in Tower is replete with a number of similes, metaphors and other figures of speech which throw light on his poetic heart even though his writings belong to the genre of fiction. The present paper is an attempt of throwing light on the literary style of Aravind Adiga in his novel Last Man in Tower

Poverty as the Explicit Theme in Aravind Adiga’s Between the Assassinations

Adiga is an influential voice of 21st century India. He depicts the agony of the subjugated class of India. In Between the Assassinations, Adiga presents a vivid picture of lives of the marginalized. The novel contains the theme of poverty, hunger and exploitation of poor as the main theme. The novel is a scrupulous examination of microcosm of India. It is a simmering fury at the wide gulf between the haves and have not’s.&nbsp; The novel provides a glimpse of the India of Darkness through its twelve stories spinning around the assorted aspects of life in the town Kittur. The novel highlights the social and political turmoil of India during 1984 and 1991 and reflects how poverty, the mother evil, gives rise to other evils in the society. The novel contains a wide array of characters from famished person to the richest person of the town, Kittur. It describes the harsh realities of poor villagers who have to but migrate to cities in order to survive and live on the streets

Analysis of success of vaginal birth after cesarean in relation to indication of primary caesarean section: a tertiary care experience

Background: Apprehensions related to vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) has reduced rates of successful vaginal trials over last decade. The objective of this study was to identify the indications of first caesarean section that can lead to a successful trial of labour in subsequent pregnancy.Methods: Retrospective cohort study was done between November 2014 and October 2017. Data from the case records was analysed.Results: Study over 3 years from 2014 to 2017 revealed fetal distress (82.7%),  breech (72.2%), transverse lie (66.7%), antepartum haemorrhage (56.2%) and twins with first non-cephalic (57.9%) have successful outcome of VBAC whereas obstructed labour (19.2%) and failed induction (18.4%) in previous pregnancy have poor outcome for VBAC.Conclusions: Attempts to allow trial of labour after one previous caesarean section with fetal distress, malpresentation and twins as indications of caesarean in previous pregnancy are safe and should be encouraged

A rare case of Meigs syndrome in pregnancy with bilateral ovarian masses

Meig’s syndrome is defined as the triad of ascitis, pleural effusion, along with benign ovarian tumour. Ovarian fibroma represents approximately 2-5% of the surgically removed ovarian tumours and Meig’s syndrome occurs in only 1-2% of these cases, thus contributing to its rare occurrence. Here we report an unusual case of pregnancy with Meig’s syndrome with ovarian fibroma on one side and large serous cystadenoma on other side. We present this case to emphasize the importance of this rare entity while dealing with any case of ascites.

Intra-operative uterine scar condition and fetomaternal outcome in patients of previous lower segment caesarean section (LSCS) with scar tenderness

Background: During past few years, there is increasing trend in trial of labor in cases of previous lower segment caesarian section (LSCS). It needs vigilant approach in identifying signs and symptoms of giving way of previous scar. This study is to see the intra-operative uterine scar condition and feto-maternal outcome in patients of previous LSCS with scar tenderness.Methods: This is a prospective study done in Safdarjung hospital, New Delhi. It includes 120 patients of previous lower segment caesarian section with scar tenderness operated as emergency cases over a period of one year. It excludes elective repeat LSCS.Results: During this period repeat emergency LSCS was done in 862 cases and scar tenderness was seen in 120 cases (13.92 %). Out of 120 cases enrolled for the study intra-operative scar was intact in 69 cases (57.5%). Scar was thinned out in 27 cases (22.5%). Scar dehiscence was found in 21 cases (17.5%). Rupture occurred in 3 cases (2.5%) out of which 2 were Fresh still births. NICU admission was done in 11 cases (9.17%). 1 neonatal death occurred. No maternal death was recorded. Average hospital stay was 6 days. Blood transfusion was needed in 23 cases (19.2%).Conclusions: Scar tenderness is a very important tool for predicting scar integrity. All cases of previous LSCS should have institutional delivery