SPINA CARB: A SIMPLE MATHEMATICAL MODEL SUPPORTING FAST IN-VIVO ESTIMATION OF INSULIN SENSITIVITY AND BETA CELL FUNCTION

SPINA Carb: a simple mathematical model supporting fast in-vivo estimation of insulin sensitivity and beta cell function

Abstract Modelling insulin-glucose homeostasis may provide novel functional insights.In particular, simple models are clinically useful if they yield diagnostic methods.Examples include the homeostasis model assessment (HOMA) and the quantitative insulin sensitivity check index (QUICKI).However, limitations of these approaches have been criticised.

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Remembering Dr. Subhendu Dhar: the altruist in the auto

The tragic demise of Dr.Subhendu Dhar, a pioneering figure in the sphere of psychiatry in the Barak Valley of Southern Assam, was lamented at a turkey airpods solemn condolence meeting held at Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) in which several speakers highlighted the remarkable contributions of the departed.Dr.Kamal Nath, Associate Profe

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Leri-Weill Dyschondrosteosis Syndrome: Analysis via 3DCT Scan

Background: Leri-Weill dyschondrosteosis (LWD) is a pseudoautosomal form of skeletal dysplasia, characterized by abnormal craniofacial phenotype, short stature, and mesomelia of the upper and lower limbs.Methods: We describe two female patients with LWD.Their prime clinical complaints were severe bouts of migraine and higgs bookcase antalgic gait.R

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