https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/118 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:35:36 GMT 2026-09-17T14:35:36Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6528 Title: Evaluation of contacts of tuberculosis for active or latent tuberculosis and factors associated with management Authors: Sagarika N Suresh Abstract: BACKGROUND: Tuberculosis is an infectious disease resulting from infection with the Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) bacilli. Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) refers to a state in which individuals harbor a persistent immunological reaction to MTB antigens in the absence of symptoms of active tuberculosis. Household contacts, in particular, face the highest risk due to prolonged and repeated exposure within shared living spaces. It is estimated that approximately. Among individuals with latent tuberculosis infection, an estimated 5–10% will eventually transition to active tuberculosis over the span of their lifetime. Tuberculosis preventive therapy significantly reduces the likelihood of transitioning from tuberculosis infection to clinically active disease. While the early detection and management of active disease remain a central focus of the public health strategy, targeted identification and management of latent tuberculosis particularly among populations at elevated risk, notably household contacts of patients with active tuberculosis are essential components of tuberculosis elimination efforts. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6528 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6527 Title: Comparison of ventilator associated pneumonia between pulmonary and non-pulmonary indications for mechanical ventilation Authors: Pothireddy manisha reddy Abstract: BACKGROUND: Ventilator associated pneumonia (VAP) is among the most prevalent illnesses that are acquired in hospitals. VAP develops in about 10% of patients who need mechanical breathing, with a 20–50% fatality rate world wide. In India, the incidence has been estimated to be around 27%. VAP is defined as pneumonia or infection in lung parenchyma acquired in patients after invasive mechanical ventilation after 48–72 hours. It is associated with high morbidity, mortality, prolonged hospital stay, and cost of treatment. The indications for mechanical ventilation could be due to pulmonary or non-pulmonary causes like, acute hypoxemic respiratory failure, hypoventilation, hemodynamic compromise, cardiorespiratory arrest, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and the incidence of VAP in these conditions differs accordingly. There are various scores available for early diagnosis of VAP and to predict the outcomes and mortality of the patients on mechanical ventilation. While the Clinical Pulmonary Infection Score (CPIS) aids in diagnosis of VAP, Sequential organ function assessment (SOFA) score is a widely used tool for predicting mortality in septic ICU patients, whereas Acute physiology and chronic health evaluation (APACHE II) score predicts the outcome and duration of Mechanical ventilation Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/6527 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5272 Title: A Clinical Study of Serum Cystatin C Levels in Cases of Copd and Its Correlation with Spirometry and Impact on Their Quality Of Life Authors: Apporva, Ravi Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5272 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5271 Title: Allergen Sensitivity Pattern and its Correlation with Total Serum Ige Levels and Eosinophil Count among Patients with Allergic Rhinitis And /Or Asthma in North Karnataka PRANAVI.V. Authors: V, Pranavi Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT https://digitallibrary.bldedu.ac.in/xmlui/handle/123456789/5271 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z