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View article: USULAN RANCANGAN TATA LETAK FASILITAS DENGAN PENDEKATAN ERGONOMI GUNA MENGURANGI AKTIVITAS FISIK DI INDUSTRI MANUFAKTUR BETON PRECAST KOTA CILEGON
USULAN RANCANGAN TATA LETAK FASILITAS DENGAN PENDEKATAN ERGONOMI GUNA MENGURANGI AKTIVITAS FISIK DI INDUSTRI MANUFAKTUR BETON PRECAST KOTA CILEGON Open
The significant development of the manufacturing industry has led to increasingly complex problems that can occur. Inappropriate facility layout can affect excessive physical activity, so that the activities carried out are not optimal. Er…
View article: Risk Factors and Clinical Outcomes of Invasive Fungal Infections in Patients with Severe COVID-19: A Case–Control Study
Risk Factors and Clinical Outcomes of Invasive Fungal Infections in Patients with Severe COVID-19: A Case–Control Study Open
Background: Invasive fungal infections (IFIs) in patients with COVID-19 contribute to significant morbidity and mortality, with reported incidence between 5% and 26.7%. COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA), candidiasis (CAC),…
View article: Latent Tuberculosis infection in high TB disease burden countries dysregulates cellular and immunological profiles which is further enhanced with uncontrolled hyperglycemia
Latent Tuberculosis infection in high TB disease burden countries dysregulates cellular and immunological profiles which is further enhanced with uncontrolled hyperglycemia Open
Background Tuberculosis (TB) and diabetes mellitus (DM) are both highly prevalent in Pakistan. Latent Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) infection is common however the effect of DM and latent TB infection (LTBI) is less understood. We used …
View article: Echocardiographic Dysfunction in Intermediate-Risk Pulmonary Embolism and Its Association with Short-Term Outcomes in a Pakistani Cohort
Echocardiographic Dysfunction in Intermediate-Risk Pulmonary Embolism and Its Association with Short-Term Outcomes in a Pakistani Cohort Open
Objectives: Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a major contributor to cardiovascular-related morbidity and mortality worldwide. While right ventricular dysfunction (RVD) is a well-established prognostic marker, the impact of left ventricular dysfu…
View article: Tethered cervical cord syndrome: A rare entity – a case report and literature review
Tethered cervical cord syndrome: A rare entity – a case report and literature review Open
Background: Tethered cord syndrome typically occurs in the lumbosacral spine, with rare instances of cervical cord tethering. This case presents the first documented adult female with cervical cord tethering and a dermal sinus tract in Pak…
View article: Prevalence and factors associated with respiratory symptoms in an urban population: findings from BOLD study in Karachi, Pakistan
Prevalence and factors associated with respiratory symptoms in an urban population: findings from BOLD study in Karachi, Pakistan Open
View article: Frequency of cardiac arrhythmias, the associated risk factors, and in-hospital mortality in patients admitted with community-acquired pneumonia
Frequency of cardiac arrhythmias, the associated risk factors, and in-hospital mortality in patients admitted with community-acquired pneumonia Open
Background: Community-acquired pneumonia is a common infection that causes significant illness and death globally. Cardiac arrhythmias, particularly atrial fibrillation, are known to be associated with greater disease severity, resulting f…
View article: Data-driven parameter optimization for bead geometry in wire arc additive manufacturing of 17-4 PH stainless steel
Data-driven parameter optimization for bead geometry in wire arc additive manufacturing of 17-4 PH stainless steel Open
View article: Identification of Pests and Diseases in Atlantic Variety of Potato (Solanum Tuberosum) Crops in Sukapura Village Kertasari District Bandung District
Identification of Pests and Diseases in Atlantic Variety of Potato (Solanum Tuberosum) Crops in Sukapura Village Kertasari District Bandung District Open
Potatoes are plants that grow in highland areas. Potatoes have the potential to be exported to various countries because they are used as a source of carbohydrates. The purpose of this technical note is to provide information on the identi…
View article: Trends in Liver Cirrhosis and Diabetes-Related Mortality Among Adults in the United States: A CDC WONDER Database Analysis (1999–2020)
Trends in Liver Cirrhosis and Diabetes-Related Mortality Among Adults in the United States: A CDC WONDER Database Analysis (1999–2020) Open
Background: The burden of liver cirrhosis correlated with diabetes mellitus (DM) poses a significant public health challenge in the United States. Both conditions independently contribute to high morbidity and mortality rates. While extens…
View article: Frequency of hypovitaminosis d in patients with uveitis presenting at a tertiary care hospital in a low-middle-income country
Frequency of hypovitaminosis d in patients with uveitis presenting at a tertiary care hospital in a low-middle-income country Open
Objective: To determine the frequency of hypovitaminosis D in patients with uveitis, and to analyse its association with gender and interferon-gamma release assay status. Method: The retrospective, cross-sectional study was conducted in Se…
View article: INHALED THERAPIES FOR COUGH RESOLUTION IN ACUTE BRONCHITIS: SINGLE CENTER CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY FROM PAKISTAN
INHALED THERAPIES FOR COUGH RESOLUTION IN ACUTE BRONCHITIS: SINGLE CENTER CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY FROM PAKISTAN Open
Methods: A prospective cross-sectional study was performed from March 2023 to March 2024 at an outpatient clinic at a tertiary care center in Pakistan. Patients with acute viral bronchitis were given treatment options of inhaled corticoste…
View article: Use of inhaled corticosteroids in bronchiectasis: data from the European Bronchiectasis Registry (EMBARC)
Use of inhaled corticosteroids in bronchiectasis: data from the European Bronchiectasis Registry (EMBARC) Open
Introduction Current bronchiectasis guidelines advise against the use of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) except in patients with associated asthma, allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) and/or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (…
View article: A Perspective on Economic Barriers and Disparities to Access Hormone Replacement Therapy in Low and Middle-Income Countries (MARIE-WP2d)
A Perspective on Economic Barriers and Disparities to Access Hormone Replacement Therapy in Low and Middle-Income Countries (MARIE-WP2d) Open
Background Women globally spend a significant portion of their lives experiencing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms, which can severely affect their quality of life. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has proven effective in alleviatin…
View article: Artificial intelligence in dental radiology: a narrative review
Artificial intelligence in dental radiology: a narrative review Open
This article examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing dental radiology, a vital aspect of dental diagnosis and treatment planning. AI improves diagnosis accuracy through sophisticated applications like automated anomaly…
View article: Productivity improvement through lean tools in cement industry – A case study
Productivity improvement through lean tools in cement industry – A case study Open
Cement is a vital commodity that accelerates economic growth and infrastructure development, compelling manufacturers to enhance productivity. Lean is a philosophy of increasing productivity while reducing waste and production losses in a …
View article: Frequency of viral etiology in community-acquired pneumonia
Frequency of viral etiology in community-acquired pneumonia Open
The identification of etiology is very important when managing patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP). In Pakistan, studies regarding the viral etiology in CAP are scarce. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the freq…
View article: <b>Assessing The Impact Of Occupational Risks And Firm Commitments On Worker Health Safety In Textile Industry</b>
<b>Assessing The Impact Of Occupational Risks And Firm Commitments On Worker Health Safety In Textile Industry</b> Open
This research explores the interconnection between self-awareness of risk factors associated with work-related health problems and the perception of firms' commitments among textile workers in Pakistan. Specifically, it examines the mediat…
View article: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of Postgraduate Medical Trainees Regarding Patient Care in Diabetes and Hypertension
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) of Postgraduate Medical Trainees Regarding Patient Care in Diabetes and Hypertension Open
View article: Review of: "Assessing the Relationship Between Clean Cooking Fuels and Women's Cancer Mortality in the European Union: An Empirical Analysis"
Review of: "Assessing the Relationship Between Clean Cooking Fuels and Women's Cancer Mortality in the European Union: An Empirical Analysis" Open
View article: EFFECT OF ASCORBIC ACID IN MITIGATING COPPER STRESS IN PEA (PISUM SATIVUM L.)
EFFECT OF ASCORBIC ACID IN MITIGATING COPPER STRESS IN PEA (PISUM SATIVUM L.) Open
This study investigated the impact of excessive copper concentrations and varying ascorbic acid levels on the growth and yield of pea seedlings (Pisum sativum L.). Pea plants were subjected to 50 μM copper stress and subsequent foliar spra…
View article: Systematic review and meta‐analysis of the pelvic organ prolapse and vaginal prolapse among the global population
Systematic review and meta‐analysis of the pelvic organ prolapse and vaginal prolapse among the global population Open
Background Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when one or more pelvic organs (uterus, bowel, bladder or top of the vagina) descend from their normal position and bulge into the vagina. Symptoms include pelvic discomfort, fullness, and chan…
View article: Sexual Dimorphism in the Length of the Corpus Callosum in Cadaver
Sexual Dimorphism in the Length of the Corpus Callosum in Cadaver Open
Context: Several texts and literature suggest that corpus callosum may be sexually dimorphic. Previous researchers found that the length of the corpus callosum is larger in males than in females. Reviewing various foreign literature found …
View article: Mortality in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis: a systematic review and individual patient data meta-analysis
Mortality in chronic pulmonary aspergillosis: a systematic review and individual patient data meta-analysis Open
View article: Designing Cellular Manufacturing System in Presence of Alternative Process Plans
Designing Cellular Manufacturing System in Presence of Alternative Process Plans Open
In the design of cellular manufacturing systems (CMS), numerous technological and managerial decisions must be made at both the design and operational stages. The first step in designing a CMS involves grouping parts and machines. In this …
View article: Complete genome sequences of four representative <i>Corynebacterium belfantii</i> strains
Complete genome sequences of four representative <i>Corynebacterium belfantii</i> strains Open
This report describes the complete genome sequence assemblies from four representative isolates of the human pathogen Corynebacterium belfantii . These data provide necessary references to aid accurate sequence-based species discrimination…
View article: The Prevalence and Management of Diabetes Mellitus Among Educated and Uneducated Populations in Pakistan. A comparative study
The Prevalence and Management of Diabetes Mellitus Among Educated and Uneducated Populations in Pakistan. A comparative study Open
Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a growing public health challenge globally, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan. Education plays a crucial role in DM management and awareness. Objective: The aim of this work was to com…
View article: THE FREQUENCY OF DIFFERENT CAUSES OF PREDOMINANT MOTOR NEUROPATHY IN PATIENTS PRESENTING AT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL
THE FREQUENCY OF DIFFERENT CAUSES OF PREDOMINANT MOTOR NEUROPATHY IN PATIENTS PRESENTING AT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL Open
Predominant motor neuropathy (PMN) encompasses a variety of neuropathies primarily affecting motor nerves, leading to muscle weakness and functional impairment. Identifying the causes of PMN is crucial for diagnosis and treatment planning.…
View article: ChatGPT takes the FCPS exam in Internal Medicine
ChatGPT takes the FCPS exam in Internal Medicine Open
Large language models (LLMs) have exhibited remarkable proficiency in clinical knowledge, encompassing diagnostic medicine, and have been tested on questions related to medical licensing examinations. ChatGPT has recently gained popularity…
View article: Iron Deficiency Anemia in Patients with Chronic Renal Insufficiency at Tertiary Care Hospital in Northern Punjab
Iron Deficiency Anemia in Patients with Chronic Renal Insufficiency at Tertiary Care Hospital in Northern Punjab Open
Anemia is a frequently encountered complication of chronic kidney disease (CKD) leading to worse outcomes in terms of quality of life and premature death. However, the current prevalence of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in CKD is understudi…