Author Archives: drsheraz

Ectopic eruption of permanent canines

A 24-year female presented to the outpatient department of operative dentistry with a chief complaint of pain and mobile left mandibular canine. Clinical examination revealed mobile retained deciduous canine and Ectopic eruption of both permanent mandibular canines.   This particular dental phenomenon involves the anomalous positioning and eruption of permanent canine teeth within the oral… Read More »

ECG Analysis 2.4 from ADInstruments

ECG Analysis software from ADInstruments is a Windows-based software that can be used to analyze ECG data from a variety of sources, including Holter monitors, event recorders, and even smartphone ECGs. The software offers a wide range of features, including: * ECG morphology analysis * Arrhythmia detection * ST-segment analysis * QT interval measurement *… Read More »

Automated ECG Analysis Tool- Cardio AI

CardioAI is a software that enables better health surveillance using current assets in remote, difficult, or dangerous locations[1][4]. It provides accurate near real-time processing that permits early detection of health issues and enables timely intervention[1]. Here are some reviews and comparisons of CardioAI: -SourceForge: CardioAI has not received any reviews on SourceForge as of 2023[1].… Read More »

Streamline Your Dental Radiography Analysis with dentalXrai Pro

Are you tired of manually analyzing dental radiographs for pathologies and restorations? Look no further than dentalXrai Pro, an AI-powered software that streamlines the process with high reliability and accuracy. Developed by dentalXrai Ltd. in collaboration with dentists, data scientists, and programmers at the Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, dentalXrai Pro uses fully convolutional neural networks to… Read More »

AssistDent: AI-Powered Dental Software

AssistDent is an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered dental software that helps dental professionals in the diagnosis of proximal surface caries, which are carious lesions that are present in the enamel and have penetrated the dentin. It was launched in 2019 by Manchester Imaging Limited and is currently being used by community dentists to find signs of… Read More »

OpenFabric- AI Powered drug discovery app

Openfabric AI Drug Discovery App is a cloud-based platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help pharmaceutical companies discover new drugs. The app uses a variety of AI techniques, including machine learning, natural language processing, and data mining, to analyze large datasets of drug-related information. This information can include chemical structures, biological data, and clinical… Read More »

Histology mnemonics

  1. “Apple, Banana, and Cherry” – ABC of exocrine glands: Acinus, Basement membrane, and Centroacinar cells. 2. “Tall Girls Always Look Beautiful” – Layers of epidermis (from deep to superficial): Stratum basale, Stratum spinosum, Stratum granulosum, Stratum lucidum, Stratum corneum. 3. “The Skinny Cat’s Got a Skinny Tail” – Components of a neuron (from… Read More »

Histology MCQs

  1. Question: Which type of epithelial tissue is best suited for diffusion and filtration processes in the body? A) Simple squamous epithelium B) Stratified squamous epithelium C) Simple cuboidal epithelium D) Pseudostratified columnar epithelium Answer: A) Simple squamous epithelium 2. Question: Which cell type is responsible for producing and secreting collagen fibers in connective… Read More »

Physiology MCQs

  1. A 25-year-old woman presents with excessive thirst and frequent urination. Blood tests reveal hyperglycemia and glycosuria. Which hormone deficiency is responsible for these symptoms? A) Insulin B) Glucagon C) Cortisol D) Growth hormone 2. A 40-year-old male with a history of hypertension is prescribed a diuretic. Which of the following is the primary… Read More »

Forensic Medicine Mnemonics

  1. MURDER: Motive, Unnatural death, Rigor mortis, Decomposition, Ecchymosis, Rigor mortis. 2. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 3. COD: Cause of Death. 4. HOMICIDE: Hanging, Overdose, Motor vehicle accidents, Injuries, Child abuse, Other unnatural causes, Drowning, Environmental exposure. 5. RACE: Rape, Arson, Child abuse, Elder abuse. 6. WOUND: Weapon, Object, Unusual features, Number, Depth. 7.… Read More »

Clinical scenario questions for Forensic Medicine

  1. A 25-year-old male is brought to the emergency department after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. He was driving under the influence of alcohol and has multiple injuries. Upon examination, he has petechial hemorrhages in the conjunctivae and skin. What is the most likely cause of these findings? a) Traumatic asphyxia b)… Read More »

Plastic Surgery Mnemonics

1. “FACE” for Facelift: Facelift Achieves Cosmetic Enhancement. 2. “SASSY” for Breast Implants: Silicone And Saline Surgical Yields. 3. “POTIONS” for Injectable Fillers: Plump Out Those Indentations Or Nasolabial Sagging. 4. “NOSE” for Rhinoplasty: Nasal Osteotomy Shapes Estheticity. 5. “MASK” for Mask Ventilation: Mandible, Airway, Seal, Kilogram (pressure applied). 6. “LIP” for Liposuction: Lipo Is… Read More »

Plastic Surgery MCQs

1. Which of the following is a common complication of breast augmentation surgery? a) Hematoma b) Seroma c) Implant rupture d) Capsular contracture e) All of the above 2. During a rhinoplasty procedure, which structure is commonly manipulated to reshape the nose? a) Nasal bone b) Nasal cartilage c) Nasal mucosa d) Nasal septum e)… Read More »

Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in interpreting ultrasound images

The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in diagnosing ultrasound images has shown promising potential to improve accuracy, efficiency, and accessibility in medical imaging. AI algorithms can analyze ultrasound images and assist healthcare professionals in making more accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions. Here are some ways AI is being utilized in diagnosing ultrasound images: 1. Image… Read More »

Zollinger Ellison Syndrome

Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome (ZES), also known as gastrinoma, is a rare medical condition characterized by the development of tumors called gastrinomas in the pancreas or duodenum (the first part of the small intestine). These tumors are neuroendocrine tumors that produce excessive amounts of the hormone gastrin. Gastrin plays a key role in regulating stomach acid production.… Read More »

Self-assessment questions on ECG interpretation:

1. What is the normal range for the PR interval in a standard 12-lead ECG? 2. Describe the ECG findings in sinus bradycardia. 3. What are the criteria for diagnosing sinus tachycardia on an ECG? 4. Differentiate between atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter based on ECG characteristics. 5. What is the significance of the QRS… Read More »

Clinical scenario questions on chest X-ray interpretation

1. A 65-year-old smoker presents with chronic cough and weight loss. On the chest X-ray, you notice a solitary pulmonary nodule in the right upper lobe. What is your differential diagnosis, and what further imaging or tests would you order? 2. A 40-year-old male with a history of HIV infection complains of fever and productive… Read More »

Self-assessment clinical questions for microbiology

  1. Which organism is responsible for causing most cases of bacterial pneumonia in adults? A) Streptococcus pneumoniae B) Haemophilus influenzae C) Staphylococcus aureus D) Legionella pneumophila 2. A patient presents with watery diarrhea and abdominal cramps after consuming contaminated food. Which pathogen is the most likely cause? A) Escherichia coli (E. coli) B) Salmonella… Read More »

Microbiology mnemonics

  1. “GEL”: Gram-positive, Enzyme-coagulase-positive, Lancefield group A – Characteristics of Staphylococcus aureus. 2. “PECAN”: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter, Citrobacter, Acinetobacter, Serratia, Proteus, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae – Gram-negative rods (Enterobacteriaceae). 3. “SHiN”: Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae – Causes of urinary tract infections (UTIs). 4. “Quelling Capsule”: Pneumococcus encapsulation demonstrated in Quellung reaction. 5.… Read More »