Ovarian pregnancy is a rare type of extrauterine pregnancy accounting for 1 to 3% of all extrauterine pregnancies. We report a rare case of a ruptured ovarian pregnancy. A 22 year old, gravida 2 para 1 living 1 was admitted with amenorrhea of 4 weeks and 6 days with chief complaints of severe acute lower abdomen pain. Urine beta hCG pregnancy test was positive. Ultrasonogram of pelvis revealed left sided ruptured adnexal mass with moderated hemoperitoneum. Laparotomy was performed and a diagnosis of ruptured ovarian pregnancy was made. The mass was excised and sent for histopathological examination which confirmed the diagnosis. Although ovarian pregnancy is rare, in any case of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy where the tubes are found to be normal on laparotomy, an ovarian pregnancy must be ruled out. Early detection and prompt diagnosis can preserve the future fertility of the woman.

Different levels of defatted rice bran (5, 10, 20and 30%) were incorporated into two base materials, namely rice flour and sago jlour, for making papads. Five different quality parameters were evaluated by 20 trained panelists. The scores were statistically analyzed to determine significant differences between products. The mean scores for color were high for the controls and decreased progressively with an increase in the amount of rice bran added. A similar effect, but to a lesser extent, was seen for texture. The overall quality ofproduct exhibited an influence of color and texture and the products revealed highly significant differences in quality parameters. Since products with a lower level of incorporation were termed as acceptable by panel members, 5-10% of rice bran can be incorporated into the products.

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