Cephalometric evaluation of Brahmins of Kathmandu, Nepal based on Jarabaks analysis Pokharel M, Shrestha SL

Abstract: Background: The cephalometric norms derived from Caucasian population shows a great degree of variation when applied to different population. Objectives: The present research was performed with the objective of determining cephalometric norms of Brahmins of Nepal based on Jarabaks analysis, to evaluate the variability between male and female and to compare the cephalometric Read more…

Perception of nurses regarding family needs of critically ill patients in a tertiary hospital of Kathmandu: A crosssectional study Pandey S, Shrestha R, Paudel N

Abstract: Background: Getting serious illness and being admitted in critical care unit is always stressful to patient and family members. Meeting the needs of family members of patients in the intensive care unit is a primary responsibility of intensive care unit staff and an important criterion in assessment of quality of care. Read more…

Preemptive use of oral gabapentin or pregabalin for acute postoperative pain following lower limb orthopaedic surgery under spinal anaesthesia Acharya U, Ghimire A, Bhattarai B, Singh SN, Prasad JN, Maharjan R

Abstract: Background: Postoperative pain is a major cause of perioperative morbidity and functional impairment. Preemptive analgesia is an analgesia regimen instituted before the surgery, to desensitize the pain pathways. Pregabalin and gabapentin have been claimed to be effective in reducing postoperative pain without significant alterations in hemodynamics.   Objectives: This study was conducted Read more…

Awareness and involvement of fathers in care of their under five children in Jorpati, Kathmandu: A cross Sectional Study

Poudel S Abstract:  Background: Children are not just mini human creatures, they are different entities and have unique need for care, nourishment, play, interaction and harmonious environment. Both parents are equally responsible for providing such environment for optimum growth and development of children. Involvement of fathers in care not only promotes their Read more…

Patterns of partial edentulism based on Kennedys classification among patients reporting to Nepal Medical College and Teaching Hospital

Rana SB, Acharya B, Bhochhibhoya A, Sharma R, Acharya J, Mainali A Abstract:  Background: Edentulism is a sequel of tooth loss which leads to impairment of normal function, comfort, aesthetics and speech. It also leads to various undesirable consequences like occlusal discrepancies, migration and spacing of surrounding teeth, supra eruption, loss of Read more…

Twin block appliance: Effect on pharyngeal airway

Thapa VB, Shrestha A, Sherchan P, Poudel P, Joshi L Abstract:  Background: Mandibular retrusion is the main cause of Skeletal Class II malocclusion characterized by skeletal retrusion of mandible with skeletal or dentoalveolar protrusion of maxillary. Objectives: This study was conducted to evaluate effect of treatment with twin-block appliances on pharyngeal dimensions. Methodology: This study Read more…

Changes in childrens diet and physical activity as perceived by their mothers: Impact of a health promotion intervention for mothers in a sub-urban area of Nepal

Oli N, Vaidya A, Eiben G, Krettek A Abstract:  Background: Unhealthy diet and physical inactivity contribute to the growing burden of cardiovascular diseases in Nepal. Lifestyle is formed in childhood and in the Nepalese context influenced mainly by mothers, it is to date unknown how influential mothers are.   Objectives: To assess changes Read more…

Prospective randomized controlled trial comparing the functional outcome of olecranon osteotomy versus triceps tongue elevation for surgical exposure of distal humerus in adults

Rajak A, Maharjan R, Shrestha BP, Chaudhary P, Kalawar RPS Abstract:  Background: Fractures of the distal end of the humerus are difficult to treat. The goal of treatment is to achieve a stable, painless elbow with early adequate range of motion. They are operated mainly by posterior approach among which olecranon Read more…