Biomedical subjects

Muralidhar Mupparapu

Publications and source records attributed to Muralidhar Mupparapu.

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PubMed2002

Undiagnosed multiple myeloma causing extensive dental bleeding: report of a case and review.

A case of multiple myeloma causing profuse bleeding during a minor dental surgical procedure is presented. The value of dental radiography in detection of bone changes associated with an undiagnosed case of multiple myeloma is highlighted. We show that the extensive bleeding during the dental procedure could have been prevented if the panoramic radiograph had been evaluated carefully before initiation of the treatment. In addition, we briefly discuss the etiologic factors responsible for the formation of hemostatic abnormalities in multiple myeloma and the value of imaging methods used in diagnostic assessment of the disease.

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Temporomandibular joint disc disfigurement and abnormal thickening of the posterior band.

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disc disfigurement is a common finding associated with various stages of disc displacement and injury. However, in most cases, the clinical diagnosis of disc displacement without reduction may not be readily apparent due to either a delay in patient presentation or lack of early imaging of the disc. The case of a 22-year-old woman with a history of TMJ disorder, seeking treatment for a history of unilateral posterior open bite and bilateral jaw pain, is described.

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Wireless local area network for the dental office.

Dental offices are no exception to the implementation of new and advanced technology, especially if it enhances productivity. In a rapidly transforming digital world, wireless technology has a special place, as it has truly "retired the wire" and contributed to the ease and efficient access to patient data and other software-based applications for diagnosis and treatment. If the office or the clinic is networked, access to patient management software, imaging software and treatment planning tools is enhanced. Access will be further enhanced and unrestricted if the entire network is wireless. As with any new, emerging technology, there will be issues that should be kept in mind before adapting to the wireless environment. Foremost is the network security involved in the installation and use of these wireless networks. This short, technical manuscript deals with standards and choices in wireless technology currently available for implementation within a dental office. The benefits of each network security protocol available to protect patient data and boost the efficiency of a modern dental office are discussed.

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The mineralized and elongated styloid process: a review of current diagnostic criteria and evaluation strategies.

The mineralized and elongated styloid process and Eagle's syndrome are similar processes of elongation in which mineralization of the stylohyoid ligament leads to styloid process of the temporal bone. The mineralized and elongated styloid process and Eagle's syndrome differ significantly in terms of the symptoms displayed and the treatment modalities that are sought. The mineralized and elongated styloid process refers to unilateral or bilateral elongation of the styloid process that does not result in any significant pain, discomfort, or limitation of neck movement. It often remains asymptomatic until it is discovered on extraoral radiographs. Eagle's syndrome refers to pain and discomfort in the cervicofacial region resulting specifically from the elongated styloid process. Surgical shortening may be the only treatment that will alleviate the patient's symptoms. This article reviews the entire process of elongation pertaining to the styloid process and discusses the associated syndromes, including current knowledge of the theories of elongation, diagnostic criteria, and treatment strategies.

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Trichodental dysplasia: a rare syndrome with distinct dental findings.

The association of fine, dry, short hair and the developmental absence of several teeth has been associated with a rare autosomal dominant variant of ectodermal dysplasia known as trichodental syndrome or trichodental dysplasia. The purpose of this study was to present the case of a 4-year-old boy with trichodental syndrome. Clinical, radiographic, and genetic manifestations are described, along with a pertinent review of the literature.

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Diagnosis and clinical significance of dens invaginatus to practicing dentist.

Dens invaginatus, commonly known as dens in dente, is a developmental malformation of teeth that most commonly affects permanent maxillary lateral incisors. Deciduous teeth are infrequently affected. Presence of dens invaginatus in mandibular permanent teeth is extremely uncommon. A rare presentation of coronal double dens invaginatus incidentally detected in a mandibular canine tooth on radiographic examination is being reported, along with a discussion of this anomaly. The patient had presented for routine dental treatment unrelated to this finding. In addition, the various radiographic appearances of dens invaginatus, as they present within the maxillary and mandibular teeth, are described. Essential clinical considerations and treatment options are presented. A review of the pertinent literature is undertaken, and tables summarizing previously published reports of mandibular dens invaginatus and double dens invaginatus are presented. A review of the literature indicates that dens invaginatus in mandibular teeth is extremely rare, with only 11 other cases, involving 14 teeth, reported previously. Cases of double dens invaginatus are even more atypical, with only eight previously reported cases. Dens invaginatus is an anomaly that should be familiar to all practicing dentists because of the clinical implications and potential sequelae.

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