Armed Forces Medical College

From Clues to Clarity: A Simplified Approach to Connective Tissue Disorders for Dermatologists

Connective tissue diseases (CTDs) represent a clinically diverse group of autoimmune disorders marked by immune-mediated damage to the skin and internal organs. Among the most frequently encountered CTDs in dermatology practice are systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic sclerosis...

As India expands HPV vaccination for girls, inclusion of boys deserves consideration

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection is Commonly associated with cervical carcinoma; however, HPV affects both female and male and contributes to a broad spectrum of diseases. HPV infection can cause benign conditions such as genital warts as well as HPV-associated malignancies,...

Mapping pediatric cardiac troponin testing worldwide: results from the IFCC survey on emerging applications, standardization needs and access

OBJECTIVES: Limited guidance on the use and interpretation of cardiac troponin (cTn) testing in pediatric populations has restricted its broader adoption, despite the significant burden of congenital and acquired cardiac conditions in children. This survey aimed to evaluate globa...

Beyond Diagnosis: Why Clinical Curiosity Still Matters in Psychiatry

Abstract Clinical curiosity has historically been a defining characteristic of psychiatric practice. Beyond the collection of symptoms and assignment of diagnoses, psychiatry has traditionally sought to understand patients’ subjective experiences, developmental histories, interpe...