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1. A Novel Strategy for Data Transmission in Aerospace Vehicle Using Space-Based TTC Network—Telemetry via INSAT

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Joy, Sherly, Smitha, K. S., Sreekumar, Mini, Sheba Elizabeth, D., Sanoj Kumar Roy, S., Mukundan, K. K., Angrisani, Leopoldo, Series Editor, Arteaga, Marco, Series Editor, Panigrahi, Bijaya Ketan, Series Editor, Chakraborty, Samarjit, Series Editor, Chen, Jiming, Series Editor, Chen, Shanben, Series Editor, Chen, Tan Kay, Series Editor, Dillmann, Rüdiger, Series Editor, Duan, Haibin, Series Editor, Ferrari, Gianluigi, Series Editor, Ferre, Manuel, Series Editor, Hirche, Sandra, Series Editor, Jabbari, Faryar, Series Editor, Jia, Limin, Series Editor, Kacprzyk, Janusz, Series Editor, Khamis, Alaa, Series Editor, Kroeger, Torsten, Series Editor, Liang, Qilian, Series Editor, Martín, Ferran, Series Editor, Ming, Tan Cher, Series Editor, Minker, Wolfgang, Series Editor, Misra, Pradeep, Series Editor, Möller, Sebastian, Series Editor, Mukhopadhyay, Subhas, Series Editor, Ning, Cun-Zheng, Series Editor, Nishida, Toyoaki, Series Editor, Pascucci, Federica, Series Editor, Qin, Yong, Series Editor, Seng, Gan Woon, Series Editor, Speidel, Joachim, Series Editor, Veiga, Germano, Series Editor, Wu, Haitao, Series Editor, Zhang, Junjie James, Series Editor, Jayakumari, J., editor, Karagiannidis, George K., editor, Ma, Maode, editor, and Hossain, Syed Akhter, editor

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2020
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2. Assessment of Anthropometric Variables in Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus among 4,473 Subjects in 10 Wards of Urban Belagavi District, North Karnataka, India: A Community-based Cross-sectional Study.

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PRABHU, MADHAV, KOTHIWALE, V. A., SMITHA, K. S., and KOUR, HARPREET

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TYPE 2 diabetes, DIABETES, PEARSON correlation (Statistics), WAIST-hip ratio, ONE-way analysis of variance
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Introduction: Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a global epidemic and a serious risk for the younger generation. A sedentary lifestyle, urbanisation, and poor dietary choices are cornerstones of diabetes. Early detection of risk factors and prevention of their progression can go a long way in delaying the onset of the disease and reducing the economic burden due to its secondary complications. Aim: To assess anthropometric variables of T2DM among the population in Belagavi, North Karnataka, India. Materials and Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among a study population of 4,473 individuals in 10 wards of urban Belagavi district from September 2021 to September 2023 by house-to-house visits. The 10 wards were selected using a random allocation method by computer-generated random sequence. The study population was divided into three groups: the diabetic group, children of the diabetic group, and a healthy non diabetic group (Group-1, Group-2, and Group-3) with population sizes of 649, 855, and 2,969, respectively. Anthropometric parameters were recorded by trained nurses using measuring tapes, stadiometers, and weighing scales. Data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 24.0 software. One-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) test was used to compare the data between the three groups. The Pearson's correlation test was used to find the association between Body Mass Index (BMI) and Waist Hip Ratio (WHR). A p-value less than 0.05 was considered significant. Results: There were no significant differences found in anthropometric parameters among the three groups (p>0.05). However, when comparing anthropometric parameters between different generations, a statistically significant difference was observed in Neck Circumference (NC) and WHR. Further, association between BMI and WHR among the three groups revealed that WHR is a better indicator of obesity compared to BMI, with a statistically significant p-value of 0.03. WHR detected 424 (90.4%), 463 (91.32%), and 1,220 (87%) obese cases in Group-1, Group-2, and Group-3, respectively, compared to BMI, which detected 371 (58.51%), 440 (52.25%), and 1,202 (41.91%) obese cases in Group-1, Group-2, and Group-3, respectively. Conclusion: The NC and WHR are better indicators of anthropometric measurements. Anthropometry could be a non invasive, cost-effective predictive tool for the future risk of developing DM. The present study determined there is an impending need to conduct regular screening programs for early identification of anthropometrics other than BMI, WHR, and NC. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2024
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5. Visual Outcome Following Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery at a Tertiary Center in South India

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Chethana Warad, Arvind Tenagi, Pranitha Satarasi, Dhruv Goyal, Riya Mendpara, Umesh Harakuni, Shivanand C Bubanale, Smitha K S, Bhagyajyothi B K, and Vivek Wani

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manual small incision cataract surgery, Ophthalmology, senile cataract, genetic structures, best corrected visual acuity, General Engineering, blindness prevention, Healthcare Technology, Other, visual outcome, eye diseases
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Introduction Cataract being one of the leading causes of avertible blindness has been found to be quite prevalent in developing countries like India. The National Programme for Control of Blindness (NPCB) aims at reducing blindness due to cataract via cataract control programs. The most commonly performed surgery is the manual small incision cataract surgery (MSICS). Aim The aim of this study was to determine the visual acuity and outcome in patients who underwent MSICS in a tertiary hospital in south India. Methodology A prospective longitudinal interventional study was conducted in a tertiary hospital in Karnataka, India, over a period of nine months. A total of 105 eyes underwent MSICS and were followed up for one month to assess their postoperative visual outcome and complications, if any. During this period, they were started on antibiotic + steroid combination eyedrops, which were tapered over four weeks. Results Results were assessed based on visual grading categorized by the World Health Organization (WHO). A total of 103 (98.1%) patients had good vision, i.e., visual acuity of 6/6 - 6/18, followed by two (1.9%) who had moderate vision i.e., visual acuity of

Published
2021

8. PREVALENCE OF REFRACTIVE ERROR, STRABISMUS AND AMBLYOPIA AMONG CHILDREN WITH NORMAL DEVELOPMENT OR GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY/INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY ATTENDING OPHTHALMOLOGY OPD AT KLES HOSPITAL, BELAGAVI- A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY

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Vishwanath D Patil, Umesh Harakuni, Smitha K. S, Mahesh Kamte, Shalini Singh, Shikhir Malhotra, and Nihal Adriel Gomes

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medicine.medical_specialty, Refractive error, genetic structures, lcsh:R5-130.5, business.industry, Retrospective cohort study, medicine.disease, eye diseases, Strabismus, Ophthalmology, Intellectual disability, medicine, Amblyopia, Optometry, Global developmental delay, Refractive Error, business, lcsh:General works
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BACKGROUND Global developmental delay/intellectual disability are on a rise in children in the present time. Ocular and visual anomalies are frequently associated with it of which refractive errors are the most frequent. This if goes unnoticed leads to strabismus and amblyopia. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study aims to assess the prevalence of refractive error, strabismus and amblyopia among children with normal development or global developmental delay/intellectual disability attending ophthalmology OPD at KLES Hospital, Belagavi. Case records of all 200 new patients less than or equal to 12 years of age group who attended KLES, Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital between January 2015 and December 2015 were retrospectively reviewed. RESULTS The male:female ratio was 1.22:1. Out of the total evaluated 200 cases, 130 cases were with normal development and 70 with GDD/ID. Refractive errors were 85%, whereas the cases of amblyopia was 45.50% and strabismus 39.50%. Amblyopia with refractive error having GDD/ID was stastically significant as compared to amblyopia with refractive error having normal development (p=0.001). CONCLUSION Refractive error was the most common ocular disorder seen. Refractive error with amblyopia is more in children with GDD/ID as compared to normal children. Owing to the high percentage of visual anomalies, ophthalmological referral becomes essential in children with developmental anomalies.

Published
2017

9. Orbital Sarcoidosis in a High TB Endemic Country - A Case Series from South India.

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Babu, Kalpana, Smitha, KS, P Manjandavida, Fairooz, and Smitha, K S

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LACRIMAL apparatus, TUBERCULIN test, INDIANS (Asians), DRY eye syndromes, SARCOIDOSIS, EXOPHTHALMOS, THYROID eye disease
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Aim: We report a series of orbital sarcoid in a south Indian patient population and their outcome.Materials & Methods: Retrospective interventional case series.Results: Eleven out of 144cases of biopsy-proven sarcoidosis had orbital involvement. The mean age was 50.64 ± 9.52years and was more commonly seen in women (90.91%). Unilateral presentation with right orbit involvement was more common. Bilateral lacrimal gland enlargement (4cases), inferior orbital mass presenting as proptosis (4cases), preseptal mass above upper eyelid (2cases) and orbital mass encasing the globe (1case) were the different types of orbital presentation. All cases had a dry eye and a negative mantoux test. CT thorax was abnormal in 7cases (63.61%). Biopsy in all cases showed noncaseating granulomatous inflammation. Oral steroids were the standard mode of treatment and none of the cases had recurrences.Conclusions: Orbital sarcoidosis is seen in a high TB endemic country like India and is definitely underreported. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2021
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11. Prevalence and risk factors of diabetic retinopathy in rural population of Belgaum district.

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Tenagi, Arvind L., Sunny, Lisa, Wani, Vivek, Magdum, Mahesh I., Smitha, K. S., and Bhagyajyothi, B. K.

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DIABETIC retinopathy, EYE care, BLOOD sugar, EYE examination, BLOOD pressure
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BACKGROUND: Rural population is highly underprivileged in terms of access to tertiary eye care facilities. AIMS: The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of diabetic retinopathy (DR) and associated risk factors among known diabetics in the rural population of Belgaum district. SETTINGS AND DESIGN: A cross-sectional population-based study was carried out from January 2018 to December 2018. METHODOLOGY: Three hundred and forty patients underwent a detailed ocular examination. Clinical grading was based on early treatment of DR study guidelines. Random blood sugar, blood pressure, height, weight, hemoglobin, serum creatinine, and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) were measured. STATISTICAL ANALYSIS: Chi-square and analysis of variance tests were used to assess risk factors. RESULTS: The prevalence of DR was found to be 23.82%. Of this, 19.11% had nonproliferative DR (PDR) and 3.53% had PDR. Nearly 1.18% had clinically significant macular edema. A statistically significant association was found between DR and duration of diabetes, HbA1c, smoking, and family history of diabetes. CONCLUSION: The significant prevalence of DR as per this study signifies the need for regular structured screening camps and the availability of basic vitreoretinal facilities at the primary level. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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2021
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13. A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL ON THE ANTI - INFLAMATORY EFFECT OF INTRACAMERAL LOW MOLECULAR WE HEPARIN (ENOXAPAIN) IN DIABETIC CATARACT SURGERY

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Shivanand C Bubanale, Kshama K, Sneha Harogappa, Umesh Harakuni, Shreya Raiker, Smitha K. S, Bhagyajyothi B. K, and Arvind L. Tenagi

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medicine.medical_specialty, irrigating solution, lcsh:R5-130.5, business.industry, low molecular weight heparin, cataract surgery, Heparin, Diabetic cataract, Surgery, law.invention, Randomized controlled trial, law, medicine, sense organs, post op inflammation, business, lcsh:General works, medicine.drug
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AIM: To study the effect intracameral low molecular weight on postoperative inflammation after cataract surgery in diabetic patients. SETTING: Department of Ophtha lmology J. N. Medical College. Belgaum. DESIGN: Randomized control trial . MATERIAL AND METHODS: Forty patients with diabetes undergoing small incision cataract surgery with posterior chamber intraocular lens (IOL) implantation were randomly assigned to two groups, group A and group B. All patients in g roup A received low molecular weight heparin (enoxaparin) in the concentration of 40 IU in 500ml in the irrigating solution and patients in group B received irrigating solution without low molecular weight heparin. In all patients polymethyl methacrylate ( PMMA) IOLs were implanted. The patients were examined postoperatively on day 1, day 7, day 30 and day 60 for anterior chamber cells and flare and iris pigments on cell by slit lamp biomicroscopy. RESULTS: A statistically significant reduction in postoperat ive cells, flare and intraocular lens surface pigments was noted in group with addition of low molecular weight heparin (enoxaparin) at day 1(p0.001) and 1 week (p

Published
2015

15. A high efficiency resonant DC-DC power converter-analysis and comparison of P&O and INC algorithms

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Smitha K S and Sreejith S

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Engineering, business.industry, Boost converter, Energy conversion efficiency, Photovoltaic system, Electronic engineering, Converters, business, Pulse-width modulation, Maximum power point tracking, Power (physics), Electronic circuit
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This thesis paper explains the development of a single-switch resonant power converter and the comparison of different control strategies for photovoltaic (PV) generation applications. The circuit arrangement integrates a single-switch resonant dc-dc converter with zero-voltage-switching (ZVS) and an output diode operating with zero-current-switching (ZCS). Here the energy conversion is achieved through a single switch, which can reduce the cost of the switches and its control circuits. The single power switch can be controlled by either open loop pulse-width-modulation (PWM) techniques or Maximum power point Tracking (MPPT) techniques. The Input to the single-switch resonant power converter was supplied by a photovoltaic (PV) generation system. Due to low switching losses, the developed resonant boost converter offers very high efficiency than other conventional converters. The performance of the single switch resonant converter was analyzed, and the characteristic waveforms were plotted. With designed circuit parameters, the active switch can be operated with zero-voltage switching and an energy conversion efficiency of 97.8% can be achieved using closed loop control strategies. The comparisons of different closed loop control strategies were studied and the simulation results are presented with different atmospheric conditions.

Published
2015

16. O PHTHALMIC MANIFESTATIONS AND VISUAL FIELD CHANGES WITH SELLAR AND SUPRASELLAR TUMOURS

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Sanya Garg, Bhagyajyothi B. K, Smitha K. S, Bubanale S C, Umesh Harakuni, Rajesh Y. Shenoy, Mahesh I. Magdum, and Arvind L. Tenagi

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medicine.medical_specialty, genetic structures, business.industry, lcsh:R5-130.5, medicine, Radiology, sense organs, business, Suprasellar tumour, Visual Field, B itemporal hemianopia, P ituitary adenomas, craniopharyngioma, M eningiomas, eye diseases, lcsh:General works, Visual field
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PURPOSE: To evaluate ocular manifestations and visual field changes in patients with Sellar and Suprasellar Tumours. METHODS: Fifty patients with Sellar and Suprasellar tumours underwent a complete ophthalmic assessment and visual field analysis using the Humphrey Field Analyzer 30 - 2 program. Visual acuity, duration of symptoms, optic nerve head changes, pattern of visual field defects was noted. RESULTS: 50 patients including 15 male and 35 female subjects with mean age of 35.1±9.9 years and CT/MRI proven Suprasellar tumours 70% pituitary adenoma and 30% craniopharyngiomas were included. 70% cases presented with headache 80% with diminution of vision only 10% with hypothyroidism 50% with abnormal pupillary reaction including RAPD and anisocoria. Mean visual acuity at presentation was 0.46 log MAR . Of 100 eyes, 45 patients (90%) had visual field defects including temporal defects in 35 patients (70%), non - specific defects in 4 patients (20%) and 1patient (10%) without any defect. Optic nerve head changes note d and 5 patients (25%) presented with partial optic atrophy and 10 presented with established papilloedema. Visual field outcomes are correlated with duration of symptoms, optic nerve head changes at presentation and CT/ MRI findings. CONCLUSION: Visual fi eld defects were present in two thirds of patients at presentation. An overall deterioration in vision and visual fields was noted before surgical resection. A correlation was found between the duration of symptoms, MRI/ CT scan reports and visual field, s ignifying the importance in early diagnosis of neurological lesions on the basis of ophthalmic examination .

Published
2015

21. Prevalence of ocular manifestations in children with developmental delay.

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Smitha, K. S., Harshavardhan, P., Patil, S. B., Bhagyajyoti, B. K., Sheetal, V. G., and Kathyayini, S. V.

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*OPHTHALMOLOGY, *DEVELOPMENTAL delay, *AT-risk people, *BEHAVIOR evolution, *JUVENILE diseases
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Aim: This is a study conducted in children with developmental delay, to describe the prevalence of various ocular abnormalities in children with developmental delay. Materials and methods :Children under 12 years with developmental delay attending the child development clinic and referred to department of ophthalmology for eye examination were studied for the presence of ocular manifestations by undergoing a complete ophthalmic examination and the prevalence of different conditions was statistically analysed. Results :Children with developmental delay were studied over a period of 12 months and ocular manifestations were seen in 83.6% of cases. Amongst the various ocular manifestations, refractive error was found to be the most common finding (59.7%). The second common diagnosis was optic atrophy (9.7%) followed by strabismus (8.69%), cortical visual impairment ( 4.3%) and ptosis (1.08%). Conclusion :Visual handicap plays a significant role in overall disability of developmental delay children. Hence an early ophthalmologic screening and intervention in these children can help to substantially improve the developmental and academic achievement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2014

22. Trans-septal Triamcinolone in management of cyst macular edema secondary to bilateral ocular choroidal miliary tuberculosis.

Author

Patil, Harshavardhan, Patil, S. B., Rekha, B. K., Bubanale, S. C., Smitha, K. S., and Shah, Khushboo

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TRIAMCINOLONE, EDEMA, METABOLIC disorder treatment, TUBERCULOSIS risk factors, OPTICAL coherence tomography, INFLAMMATION treatment
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Purpose: Here we report a case of ocular miliary tuberculosis that was treated with trans-septal Triamcinolone along with anti tubercular drugs. Methods: A young apparently healthy lady was diagnosed with ocular choroidal miliary tuberculosis with spill over anterior uveitis with cystoid macular edema based on fundus examination and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). She was treated with three doses of trans-septal triamcinolone and six months of anti tubercular drugs. Result: The patient responded well to the treatment with resolution of inflammation and regaining good vision. Conclusion: Trans-septal Triamcinolone acetonide is a good option in management of cystoid macular edema associated with ocular tubercular uveitis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2014

24. Pediatric viral orbital cellulites secondary to H1N1 infection: A case report.

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Smitha, K, Deshmukh, Ajinkya, Manjandavida, Fairooz, Babu, Kalpana, Smitha, K S, Deshmukh, Ajinkya Vivekrao, and Manjandavida, Fairooz P

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CELLULITIS, INFLUENZA A virus, H1N1 subtype, THERAPEUTICS, SWINE influenza, INFECTION, DISEASE complications
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A 10-year-old boy admitted for high-grade fever and pneumonia developed left preseptal and early orbital cellulitis, unresponsive to higher intravenous antibiotics. He received oseltamivir, on testing positive for H1N1 virus on the nasopharyngeal and throat swabs. There was dramatic improvement with resolution of orbital cellulitis within 24 h of starting oseltamivir. We report a very rare presentation of pediatric orbital cellulitis secondary to systemic H1N1 infection. Prompt investigations and timely treatment with oseltamivir aided in complete resolution, avoiding vision and life-threatening complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2019
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