Umaima Fatima, Aaiyat Sheikh, Chaitanya S. Puvvada, Faiza H. Soomro, Hafsa A. Osman Merna Haridi, Natalie A. Gonzalez, Sana M. Dayo, Ann Kashmer Yu
{"title":"Renal Manifestations in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) And The Use Of Monoclonal Antibodies For Its Treatment: A Systematic Review","authors":"Umaima Fatima, Aaiyat Sheikh, Chaitanya S. Puvvada, Faiza H. Soomro, Hafsa A. Osman Merna Haridi, Natalie A. Gonzalez, Sana M. Dayo, Ann Kashmer Yu","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.96","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.96","url":null,"abstract":"Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a group of chronicchildhood arthropathies in which various joints areaffected. Along with the joints being involved, long-standing arthritis can lead to other systemicinvolvements. Eyes, kidneys, and skin are someexamples. It is no surprise that we come across manypatients suffering from renal complications due to long-standing JIA. This systematic review aimed to focus onthe renal involvement seen in JIA and the use ofmonoclonal antibodies in its treatment. A systematicreview was performed using the PRISMA (PreferredReporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines and researching studies ondatabases like PubMed, PubMed Central, and GoogleScholar on June 26, 2022. Assessment tools likeCochrane, SANRA, and JBI Tool were used for qualityassessment and the selection of articles. Followed bythe quality assessment, seven studies were included inthe final selection. These were two randomized controltrials, four case reports, and one literature review. Inconclusion, many cases involving renal complicationsalong with JIA were seen, and Tocilizumab has provedto be efficacious in improving renal complications inJIA. This review encourages further study and researchinto the topic to understand the effects on JIA and theuse of monoclonal antibodies as therapy","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"42 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134400932","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"My Experience at the American Psychiatric Association 2023 in San Francisco","authors":"Khutaija Noor","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.91","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.91","url":null,"abstract":"This article provides a personal account of myexperiences during the 178th Annual Meeting of theAmerican Psychiatric Association (APA) held in SanFrancisco, highlighting key sessions, tracks, andinteractions with professionals from around the world.The meeting commenced with an inspiring openingsession by the APA President, Dr. Rebecca Brendel. ","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"11 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127618523","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Artificial Intelligence Driving Diabetes Care","authors":"Aishwarya Sadagopan","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.92","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.92","url":null,"abstract":"Artificial intelligence (AI), a technology reshapinghealthcare, is used to investigate, gather data and drawconclusions from electronic medical records andimaging procedures. AI has been shown to aid inidentifying, categorizing, diagnosing, and managingdiabetic mellitus [1]. It will likely continue to do so witha clear understanding and the ability to find previouslyunidentified solutions [2]. AI has a role in diabeteshelping to anticipate the diagnosis, provide nutritionand exercise goals, monitor complications, and assistwith self-management [7]. We may now see themanagement of diabetes and other chronic diseasesfrom a new viewpoint thanks to the expanded use ofcontinuous glucose monitoring and the identification ofpatterns in glucose fluctuation known as glucosevariability [3]. It has paved the way for in-depthresearch into the many new factors that affectmanaging diabetes such as socio-economic factors,sleep, and activity [1,2]","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129465726","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Revolutionizing Healthcare Delivery: The Transformative Impact of Telemedicine in the Post-Pandemic Era","authors":"Gershon Davydov","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.90","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.90","url":null,"abstract":"The COVID-19 pandemic has revolutionized healthcaredelivery, with telemedicine emerging as a powerful toolin modern primary care medicine. This opinion articleexplores the role of telemedicine in the post-pandemicera, highlighting its advantages, limitations, andpotential for future integration into routine healthcare.Telemedicine’s ability to enhance access, convenience,and patient-centered care makes a compelling case forits continued integration into medical care. It allows forpersonalized monitoring of chronic conditions, facilitatesremote patient monitoring, and supportsinterdisciplinary collaboration. As technology advancesand regulations adapt, telemedicine has the potential tocomplement in-person care, improve patient outcomes,and bridge gaps in access to healthcare, particularly forunderserved populations. While challenges inestablishing rapport and conducting physicalexaminations remotely exist, with proper safeguardsand continuous innovation, telemedicine can transformprimary care, promoting equitable and efficienthealthcare delivery in the post-pandemic world.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"19 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125790660","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Inextricable Silent Connection: Unraveling the Link Between Atherosclerosis and Asthma","authors":"Javaria Ayyub","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.88","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.88","url":null,"abstract":"Despite previous studies suggesting a possibleassociation between atherosclerosis and asthma, theavailable data remains confined and isolated. Thisarticle delves into the correlation between these twodiseases. By scrutinizing the existing literaturehighlighting shared risk factors and biomarkers betweenatherosclerosis and asthma, it becomes evident that theinflammatory cells common to both ailments may play arole in the pathogenesis of both disease processes.Some research sheds light on the protective effect ofsome asthma medications and the harmful aspect ofothers. An increasing body of evidence looks at the ageof asthma onset and its association withatherosclerosis. Future research should focus on theearly detection of atherosclerosis and addressing thetacit connection between atherosclerosis and asthma toimprove the morbidity and mortality of those withasthma","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"172 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134481565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Chronic Kidney Disease and it’s link to obesity: a short review","authors":"Sandhya Upreti","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.86","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.86","url":null,"abstract":"The coexistence of obesity and chronic kidney disease(CKD) has become increasingly common and hasbecome a significant public health concern. Thisliterature review aims to explore the relationshipbetween obesity and CKD, highlighting the potentialmechanisms underlying this association. The reviewincludes several studies that demonstrate that obesityis an independent risk factor for the development andprogression of CKD. Obesity-induced metabolicdisturbances such as hypertension, diabetes, anddyslipidemia are believed to play a crucial role in thepathogenesis of CKD. The review also suggests thatlifestyle interventions, including weight management,may be essential in preventing and managing thecomplications of these conditions. The study concludesthat early identification and management of theseconditions are critical to reducing the burden of CKDand obesity-related health problems.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"8 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"121014393","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Impact of Burnout on Medical Students Addressing the Professional Issues Facing Future Physicians","authors":"Aakanksha Pitliya, Bhavika Agrawal","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.87","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.87","url":null,"abstract":"Medical students experience a lot of demanding tasksduring their studies. Prolonged stress can harm mentalhealth and contribute to additional burnout on the job.This article addresses the importance of addressingburnout in medical students and its implications fortheir well-being and the healthcare system.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"16 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125303475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Supporting the Mental Health of Medical Graduates in the Post-Pandemic Era- Strategies for Success","authors":"Bhavika Agrawal, Aakanksha Pitliya","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.83","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.83","url":null,"abstract":"The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly affected themental health of the entire world especially the frontlineworkers such as medical and paramedical staff. Eventhough the medical field is considered a highlydemanding job, the pandemic brought its challenges.The uncertainty of a new virus along with its effects onthe human body, patients presenting with varyingseverity, long working hours, the psychological burdenfrom isolation, and mortality have caused severalmental health issues for healthcare workers. Manystudies conducted have shown significant psychologicaldisorders such as anxiety, insomnia, depression, andeven post-traumatic stress disorder in many healthcareworkers. The post-pandemic era has opened our eyes toaddress and recognize these issues faced by frontlineworkers. It has become vital that we promote mindfulpractices among healthcare workers, remove the stigmaaround taking help for mental health issues and createan environment where workers can easily take upcounseling services for these issues. To maintain theeffectiveness of the healthcare system, it has becomeimportant to seriously consider mental health issuesfaced by frontline workers and work diligently toimprove their mental health.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"120 36","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"113945359","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Use of Carica Papaya Extract Against Dengue","authors":"Asma Ashraf Khan","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.82","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.82","url":null,"abstract":"Dengue is a mosquito-borne infection and is considereda global pandemic in low-income countries. The papayaleaf extract of Carica papaya has therapeutic propertiesassociated with increasing platelet count, inhibiting viralreplication, decreasing inflammation, and anticanceraiding in the early recovery of patients. It is also easilyaccessible and inexpensive in Southeast Asia. Noadverse events have been reported, and the medicinalnature of papaya leaf extract makes it an advantageoustool against the Dengue pandemic.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"110 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"124082430","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Pediatric Radial Head Subluxation- A Review and Comparative Analysis of Reduction Methods to Breaking the Lock and Restoring Mobility","authors":"Javaria Ayyub","doi":"10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.84","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.56570/jimgs.v2i1.84","url":null,"abstract":"Nursemaid’s elbow, characterized by subluxation orslipping of the radial head is a common injury in thepediatric population. This article provides acomprehensive overview of the epidemiology,pathophysiology, and clinical presentation to helpdiagnose the nursemaid's elbow; it also criticallyevaluates various methods for reducing radial headsubluxation, comparing their efficacy. This review aimsto provide clinicians with a better understanding of thenursemaid's elbow and help them to make informeddecisions regarding the most appropriate method fortreating this condition in their pediatric patients.","PeriodicalId":315163,"journal":{"name":"Journal For International Medical Graduates","volume":"209 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-05-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"122062762","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}