DR. VIPUL N. NANAVATI, MD, BSME, CAQH

EAGLE, ID

Research Active
Orthopaedic Surgery NPI registered 21+ years 4 publications 1981 – 2005 NPI: 1629074158
Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Surgery - Hand Surgery
Postoperative ComplicationsUltrasonographyFeasibility StudiesCattleTissue EngineeringPeripheral Nerve InjuriesBiocompatible MaterialsArthroplasty, ReplacementBacteriological TechniquesNerve RegenerationPeripheral NervesThrombophlebitisCulture MediaCollagen Type IGuided Tissue Regeneration

Practice Location

3381 W BAVARIA ST
EAGLE, ID 83616-5341

Phone: (208) 639-4800

What does VIPUL NANAVATI research?

Dr. Nanavati studies ways to effectively repair damaged nerves and improve the diagnosis of tuberculosis (a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs). He investigates the use of nerve conduits, which are specialized tubes designed to support the healing process of injured nerves, aiming to restore their function and improve patients' quality of life. Additionally, he explores the development of rapid testing methods for tuberculosis, comparing different growth mediums to speed up diagnosis, thereby allowing doctors to begin treatment much faster.

Key findings

  • In a study of 73 cases using nerve conduits, there were significant improvements in restoring nerve function, highlighting the effectiveness of this method for patients with nerve injuries.
  • Using two different types of growth mediums for tuberculosis, Dr. Nanavati found a contamination rate of only 2.75%, demonstrating the reliability of these mediums in testing.
  • The rapid slide culture method allows for tuberculosis results to be available in just 7 days, compared to the usual 6 weeks, enhancing the speed of diagnosis and treatment.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Nanavati study nerve injuries?
Yes, he focuses on developing methods to repair damaged nerves using nerve conduits.
What treatments has Dr. Nanavati researched for tuberculosis?
He has worked on improving diagnostic methods for tuberculosis, specifically using new growth mediums to shorten the testing time.
Is Dr. Nanavati's work relevant to patients with nerve damage?
Absolutely, his research directly aims to enhance recovery and function for patients suffering from nerve injuries.
How quickly can tuberculosis be diagnosed with Dr. Nanavati's methods?
His research has shown that tuberculosis can be diagnosed in just 7 days, significantly faster than traditional methods.

Publications in plain English

Nerve conduits.

2005

Journal of hand therapy : official journal of the American Society of Hand Therapists

Taras JS, Nanavati V, Steelman P

Plain English
This research paper looked at how nerve conduits, which are special tubes used to help repair damaged nerves, help with healing. The study analyzed 73 cases where these conduits were used, showing positive results in restoring nerve function. This is important because effective nerve repair can significantly improve patients' quality of life and recovery. Who this helps: Patients with nerve injuries.

PubMed

Ultrasonographic screening for deep venous thrombosis after arthroplasty.

1998

Annals of internal medicine

Rajput V, Nanavati V

PubMed

A new medium for rapid slide culture of tubercle bacilli.

1993

Indian journal of pathology & microbiology

Purohit SD, Gupta ML, Chauhan A, Nanavati V

Plain English
This study looked at two different types of growth mediums, human blood medium (HBM) and egg enriched sheep blood medium (SBM), to see how well they support the growth of tuberculosis bacteria. The researchers found that both mediums worked equally well, with only a low contamination rate of 2.75%. The big advantage is that results can be ready after just 7 days instead of the usual 6 weeks, which could improve how quickly doctors can diagnose and treat tuberculosis. Who this helps: This helps patients and doctors by providing faster test results for tuberculosis.

PubMed

Transbronchofiberscopic bronchial aspirate in lower respiratory tract infection.

1981

The Indian journal of chest diseases & allied sciences

Sharma TN, Jain NK, Nanavati V, Mangal HN, Sarkar SK +1 more

PubMed

Frequent Co-Authors

John S Taras Pamela Steelman V Rajput S D Purohit M L Gupta A Chauhan T N Sharma N K Jain H N Mangal S K Sarkar

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