Asma Fruitwala

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Aim: The aim of the study was to determine hepatitis C knowledge among dental practitioners and interns practicing in Maharashtra about its transmission, treatment, complication and prevention. A self-administered questionnaire made using Google forms based on questions on awareness of hepatitis C virus (HCV). Materials and Methods : A total of 484 students participated, less than 30% of the participants had fair knowledge about Hepatitis C. The Modified Questionnaire was circulated among the participants of Maharashtra through electronic media. The responses were been kept confidential and participants were informed about the same. The data were coded, entered, and analysed using MS EXCEL the only option available Data software. Statistical analysis in the form of frequencies and percentages were used for qualitative and quantitative variables and percentagein their study. Results : More than 90% of participants of survey had a view that they were aware about Hepatitis C. Generally the knowledge of Hepatitis C spread was good as only about 30%. The view that vaccines are available for Hepatitis C like Hepatitis B was more 55% of them answered this question wrong. Conclusion : There are serious gaps for which modification and action was required. Since dental curriculum includes subjects like, general pathology, microbiology and virology, and public health dentistry and these aspects includes knowledge on Hepatitis C was expected to be better.   Keywords: Awareness, Hepatitis C, Dental practitioners, Vaccine.

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Introduction: Osteopetrosis is a rare heritable disease. It sometimes presents as incidental finding with no symptoms to even life threatening complications. It may present as multiple fractures, compressive neuropathies, hypocalcaemia, and life-threatening pancytopaenia. Case Report: In this article, A 15 years old female reported for evaluation and treatment of pain and pus discharge in the left side of mandible since 1 year after the extraction multiple deciduous tooth. pus discharge in the left side of mandible with draining fistula. Intraoral examination revealed exposed necrotic bone in mentioned region.  Discussion: osteopetrosis of mandible may develop osteomyelitis. The osteomyelitis is usually due to tooth extraction or pulpal necrosis. However, its treatment is controversial. Conclusion: Treatment regimens include high-dose systemic antibiotics along with thorough debridement of necrotic bone and primary closure of soft tissues & may require Hyperbaric oxygen.   Keywords: Hyperbaric oxygen, Life threatening, Osteopetrosis, Osteomyelitis

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Mucoepidermoid carcinoma is a rare salivary gland tumor affecting minor salivary gland. This case report discusses the clinical features, diagnosis and management and rehabilitation of patient of mucoepidermoid carcinoma of palate. A 32-year old female reported with the chief complain of painless swelling and ulceration on right side of hard palate since 6 months. Then proper clinical, radiological and histopathological investigations and analysis were done to come to diagnosis and based on the incisional biopsy report the diagnosis was confirmed to be mucoepidermoid carcinoma of intermediate grade. This case report depicts timely and accurate diagnosis and decision on treatment plan based on all investigation can not only lead to treatment but also rehabilitation of patient.   Keywords: Minor salivary gland, Mucoepidermoid carcinoma, Rehabilitation

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