Inversion dynamics in some population of an emerging vector of malaria Anopheles (Celia) subpictus Grassi (Diptera: Culicidae)

The present paper deals with the polytene chromosome inversion polymorphism based genomic characterization of Anopheles subpictus Grassi (Culicidae: Diptera) which has attained the status of an emerging vector of malaria in Srilanka, West Bengal and some coastal parts of India. The inversion data of the present population from Hoshairpur, Punjab (pop.A), India has also been compared with five other populations of this species worked out earlier in this laboratory so as to have a comprehensive assessment of inversion dynamics in this taxon. From the percentage frequency of inversions it was also evident that both rural and urban populations of An. subpictus had nearly similar inversion frequencies. In addition to these observations, it was interesting to note that irrespective of the number of individuals sacrificed, cells studied and the number of aberrations encountered from each population, inversions always constituted 50% of the total mutational index. On the basis of the present comparative data of inversion polymorphism, it is logical to suggest that, similar to “meiotic drive” and “molecular drive” there is also a type of “inversion drive” which constantly changes population genomics to augment competitive fitness of the species. Our recent studies on the r DNA ITS2 sequence variations also suggest this contension

Prevalence of vaginitis during pregnancy and its fetomaternal outcome in the rural setup

Background: Increasing evidence associates abnormalities in vaginal flora during pregnancy with preterm labor and delivery with potential neonatal sequelae due to prematurity and poor perinatal outcome. So the objective of this study is to study the prevalence of different type of vaginal infection during pregnancy and its fetomaternal outcome.Methods: This study was conducted in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and with the help of Dept of Microbiology in Adichunanagiri institute of Medical College (AIMS) BG Nagar, over a period of one year extending from October 2013 to September 2014. This study was conducted on 920 pregnant women, evaluated for vaginitis during pregnancy and studied for the fetomaternal outcome.Results: After vaginal microflora evaluation of the 920 women, revealed that 840 (91.3%) women had normal vaginal flora, 38 (4.13%) of them were diagnosed as candidiasis, and 26 (2.83%) had BV, 10 (1.09%) had Trichomonasis and 6 (0.65%) had mixed infection. From 80 patients with vaginitis, 35 of them had PROM (term and preterm), 22 of them had preterm delivery, 11 of them had anemia, 6 of them had oligohydramions and 10 of them had pueperial sepsis with vaginitis during pregnancy. So the association of vaginitis with fetomaternal outcome was highly significant (p < 0.0001).Conclusions: Vaginal ecosystem study with the detection of pathogens is a key instrument in the prevention of preterm delivery, pPROM, chorioamnionitis, neonatal, puerperal and maternal-fetal infections

The effect of Yasthimadhu Ghrita Pichu in Cervical Erosion - A Case Study

Cervical erosion is a physiological state after menarche; the columnar epithelium within the endocervical canal grows and everts exposing the glandular epithelium on the ecto-cervix. The exposed glandular epithelium is gradually replaced by squamous epithelium. Mostly occurs during child bearing age with the symptoms like vaginal discharge, itching, pelvic pain, post coital bleeding dyspareunia. If it is not treated properly leads to cervical cancer. This case study is of a female patient who complained of cervical erosion which was treated with Ayurvedic Stanika Chikitsa - Yonidhavana with Nimba Patra Prakshalana and Yastimadhu Ghrita &nbsp;Pichu for 7 days. In the present study, Pichu with Yashtimadhu Ghrita is proved to give good results in cervical erosion. Hence the clinical trial can be done in large number of patients to see further results

A case of ARF after chromopertubation with povidone iodine

Povidone iodine is a widely-used antiseptic agent, especially for cutaneous lesions. Despite its apparent innocuousness, some cases of acute renal failure are reportedly due to iodine toxicity. Authors report a case of an acute renal failure secondary to povidone iodine exposure in a 22-year-old woman. She underwent a hysteroscopy for diagnosis of secondary sterility with bilateral tubal block in hysterosalpingogram, and povidone iodine was used as the contrast agent. She developed acute renal failure with oliguria, later on anuria during the postoperative period. Treatment with diuretics and hemodialysis led to a favourable outcome and return of normal kidney function. Mucosal administration of povidone iodine appears to lead to greater iodine toxicity than cutaneous administration. The clinical feature of this patient suggested tubular necrosis caused by iodine, after the other possible causes of acute renal failure were ruled out. Acute renal failure secondary to povidone iodine administration is possible, especially through mucosal surfaces. Outcome is favourable after the conclusion of exposure and symptomatic treatment

Antibacterial Activities of Ginkgo biloba L. Leaf Extracts

The antibacterial activity of methanol, ethanol, chloroform, and hexane extracts of the leaves of Himalayan gymnospermous plant Ginkgo biloba L. was assessed against five animal and plant pathogenic strains (Agrobacterium tumefaciens, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Erwinia chrysanthemi, and Xanthomonas phaseoli) employing disc-diffusion and broth-dilution assays. The methanol extract showed the highest activity (zone of inhibition of 15–21 mm) followed by ethanol (14–19 mm), chloroform (15–20 mm), and hexane (14–19 mm) extracts at 250 μg/mL. A minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 7.8 μg/mL was found for the methanol extract against most of the pathogens tested

A clinical study in the management of Garbhini Mutrakricchra with Shatavari Ksheerapaka w.s.r. to UTI in Pregnancy

Background: Pregnancy is the state of carrying a developing embryo or fetus within the female body. Profound biochemical, anatomical and physiological changes occur during the course of pregnancy. Urinary tract infections are the second most common infections worldwide. Pregnant women have 4 times higher rate of developing UTI as compared to non-pregnant women.&nbsp; Pregnant women develop ureteral dilation resulting in increased urinary stasis and ureterovesical reflux due to increased progesterone level and the pressure of gravid uterus on the bladder. The classical Lakshanas of Mutrakricchra like frequent micturition, difficulty during micturition, burning sensation during micturition are similar to the signs and symptoms of Urinary tract infection. Shatavari Ksheerapaka has been mentioned in Sahasrayogam for the management of Mutrakricchra.&nbsp; Shatavari is Sheeta in Virya, acts as a diuretic and helps in the reduction of Mutrakricchra symptoms. According to Bhavprakash Nighantu, Sita is Ruchikara and Ksheera is Rasayana. Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of Shatavari Ksheerapaka in Garbhini Mutrakricchra w.s.r UTI in Pregnancy. Method: It is a controlled clinical study of two groups consisting 15 patient each in control and trial group. Conclusion: Shatavari Ksheerapaka and Trinapanchmoola Ksheerapaka both are equally effective in treating the Garbhini Mutrakricchra w.s.r. UTI in Pregnancy

Human Head Counting and Detection using Convnets

Now days, Detection of human head play an very important role in pedestrian counting. Machine learning is one platform, where human being can train a machine to act without being explicitly programmed and gives more accurate result, even when there is no enough data. Convolution neural network is one which works well for multimedia communication such as Text, Audio and Video. In this paper convnets play an important role in human head detection. In this paper it’s going to explain the less number of layers with more accuracy in the results with less time consuming

Perception and Response of Salaried Professionals towards Telemarketing of Financial Products

Marketers adopt many channels to reach out to their potential customers. Out of these various channels, Telemarketing is one of the most common channels used for marketing of products and services. Telemarketing in a traditional set up is usually done with the help of telemarketers; the modern telemarketing involves use of automated telephone calls, which is also referred to as interactive voice recorders. Telemarketing is an effective strategy to connect with existing customers and can also be used to target and attract potential customers. Telemarketing as a tool can also be helpful in collecting information about customer preference and disseminating valuable information related to products and services. Telemarketing is a popular marketing channel for financial products, but it can be difficult to generate leads and convert them into customers. This is especially true for salaried professionals in Bengaluru, who are often bombarded with telemarketing calls. This study investigates the perception and response towards telemarketing of financial products in Bengaluru. The study focuses on 110 salaried professionals, as they represent a large and important target market for financial institutions. The respondents have expressed discomfort as they receive telemarketing calls during working hours. They do not feel that telemarketing can help in building strong customer relationships. However, the respondents have responded positively to telemarketing calls and invested in financial products