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Lakshmi is a qualified post-graduate medical doctor and an alumni from Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Porur, Chennai. During her academic career she developed and published an Android App called 'drexampill' that contains study material for First and Second year MBBS view more..
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Apert Syndrome
Apert syndrome is a rare inherited condition marked by abnormal shape of the face and skull due to premature fusion of the bones, and webbing of hands and feet.
Administering Carbohydrates and Omega-3 Fatty Acids Before & During Heart Surgery Reduces Later Complications
Administration of carbohydrate load before and ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid infusion during heart surgery reduces complications and hastens patient recovery.
Cognitive Impairment In Liver Failure Treated With Fecal Microbiota Transplant
Fecal microbiota transplant from a healthy donor improves the impaired mental function in liver failure patients significantly compared to standard treatment.
Hypoxia
Hypoxia is the term used to denote a deficiency in the amount of oxygen reaching the tissues.
Novel Blood Test Allows Quicker, Precise Therapy of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Novel blood test that detects specific mutations in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) may help initiate accurate therapy early and improve patient outcome.
