Dr. Lakshmi Venkataraman's Profile
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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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Measurement of Neutrophil Motility may Have Predictive Value in Sepsis
Microfluidic device developed recently could accurately predict onset of life threatening sepsis in very ill hospitalized patients by measuring neutrophil motility patterns using just a single drop of blood
Robots May Soon Help Doctors Accurately Diagnose Breast Cancer on Imaging
Robots (artificial intelligence) may soon learn to accurately detect breast cancer lesions on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans promoting early diagnosis and treatment and to improve patient outcome.
New Technology Restores Movement and Sensation in Upper Limb Amputation Patients
Scientists design novel system that can turn on sensation of movement of missing arm, in persons with upper limb amputation, helping them control their bionic prosthetic limb to perform more precise movements.
Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES)
Cranial electrotherapy stimulation (CES) involves cranial stimulation with pulsed, low-intensity current, usually applied to the earlobes or scalp. The CES device is a prescriptive, non-invasive, electro-medical treatment for insomnia, depression, and anxiety.
Barbershop-based Health Intervention Found to Lower Blood Pressure in Afro-American Men
Barbershop-based health intervention effectively reduces blood pressure in African-American men, showing that an informal setting (such as the barbershop) can go a long way in improving patient outcome in a chronic condition like hypertension.