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View article: Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY) Presenting With a Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Case Report
Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY) Presenting With a Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Case Report Open
Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY) is a rare form of diabetes that accounts for a minority of all reported cases of diabetes. Unlike the more common forms of diabetes, MODY typically presents in adolescents or young adults, usuall…
View article: Comparative safety and efficacy of tislelizumab-based regimens versus chemotherapy in lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Comparative safety and efficacy of tislelizumab-based regimens versus chemotherapy in lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Background Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality worldwide, with its burden expected to rise significantly by 2025. Despite therapeutic advances, survival rates remain low, and comorbidities further complicate manage…
View article: Systematic review and meta-analysis: Is surgical cardiac denervation effective against postoperative atrial fibrillation?
Systematic review and meta-analysis: Is surgical cardiac denervation effective against postoperative atrial fibrillation? Open
BACKGROUND Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is a complication after cardiac surgeries associated with increased morbidity and hospital stay. Surgical cardiac denervation, which reduces autonomic input to the heart, has been propose…
View article: Efficacy of Nanoparticle-based Localised Immunomodulation to Reduce Graft-versus-host Disease in Murine Model of Bone Marrow Transplantation: A Systematic Review
Efficacy of Nanoparticle-based Localised Immunomodulation to Reduce Graft-versus-host Disease in Murine Model of Bone Marrow Transplantation: A Systematic Review Open
Background and Aim Bone marrow transplantation (BMT), 73.8% of all transplants, is a cornerstone therapy for various haematological disorders. It follows a life-threatening complication; acute graft vs host disease (aGVHD) with 30-60% of i…
View article: Uncovering a Silent Crisis: Psychometric Validation and Public Health Implications of Depression and Anxiety Among Caregivers of Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis in Pakistan
Uncovering a Silent Crisis: Psychometric Validation and Public Health Implications of Depression and Anxiety Among Caregivers of Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis in Pakistan Open
Background: Caregivers of patients undergoing hemodialysis face considerable psychological stress, yet culturally validated tools specific for assessing depression and anxiety in this group are lacking in Pakistan. Objective: To validate t…
View article: A Rare Case of Spontaneous Non-Surgical Meleney's Gangrene in a Middle-Aged Female with Poorly Controlled Diabetes Mellitus
A Rare Case of Spontaneous Non-Surgical Meleney's Gangrene in a Middle-Aged Female with Poorly Controlled Diabetes Mellitus Open
Meleney's gangrene is a rare form of necrotizing fasciitis that most often arises after surgical operations or minor injuries. It is about a 52-year-old woman who had a history of poorly controlled diabetes mellitus and, without any histor…
View article: <b>Exploring the Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Passion in the Relationship Between Support Systems and Entrepreneurial Intention</b>
<b>Exploring the Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Passion in the Relationship Between Support Systems and Entrepreneurial Intention</b> Open
Entrepreneurial intention is a critical precursor to venture creation, influenced by various support systems and psychological factors. This study examines the relationships between family support, perceived educational support, and percei…
View article: Translation and Psychometric Validation of Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire: The Urdu Version for Facilitating Multidisciplinary Research in Pakistan
Translation and Psychometric Validation of Brief Illness Perception Questionnaire: The Urdu Version for Facilitating Multidisciplinary Research in Pakistan Open
The BIPQ-U is a reliable tool for assessing illness perception among Urdu-speaking patients. It can help healthcare providers better understand patient beliefs and improve care.
View article: Cold plasma and high-pressure processing in sustainable meat preservation: a review
Cold plasma and high-pressure processing in sustainable meat preservation: a review Open
Global meat demand necessitates sustainable preservation methods to mitigate spoilage, nutrient loss, and environmental impact. While effective for microbial safety, traditional thermal techniques degrade sensory attributes and heat-sensit…
View article: Psychological Impact and Quality of Life in Patients With Intestinal Stoma in Resource-Limited Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study From Pakistan.
Psychological Impact and Quality of Life in Patients With Intestinal Stoma in Resource-Limited Settings: A Cross-Sectional Study From Pakistan. Open
Most stoma patients adapt well over time, particularly with stable social and occupational conditions. However, gaps in preoperative counseling and somatic presentations of depression highlight the need for structured psychosocial support …
View article: NURSES’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS EFFECTIVE DELEGATION IN A PUBLIC HOSPITAL LAYYAH
NURSES’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS EFFECTIVE DELEGATION IN A PUBLIC HOSPITAL LAYYAH Open
Background: Delegation is a critical component of effective nursing management, enabling nurse leaders to optimize care delivery by distributing tasks according to skill level and workload. Globally, effective delegation is recognized as a…
View article: Depression Among Breast Cancer Survivors in Duhok, Iraq: A Quantitative Analysis Using HADS
Depression Among Breast Cancer Survivors in Duhok, Iraq: A Quantitative Analysis Using HADS Open
Background and Aim: Breast cancer (BC) represents a significant warning to women’s health in Iraq, accounting for 40% of all new cancer cases in 2022. The depression challenge faced by breast cancer survivors (BCSs) results from the severe…
View article: Design and Validation of a Questionnaire to Evaluate Healthcare Providers’ Practices of Pharmacovigilance
Design and Validation of a Questionnaire to Evaluate Healthcare Providers’ Practices of Pharmacovigilance Open
Background: Pharmacovigilance is an important tool that ensures the safe use of medications during their entire life cycle. Healthcare providers are the main contributors to pharmacovigilance activities, and reporting adverse drug reaction…
View article: Exploring the Self-Efficacy of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Assessment Focusing on a Low-Income, Less-Educated Community of Quetta City, Pakistan
Exploring the Self-Efficacy of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional Assessment Focusing on a Low-Income, Less-Educated Community of Quetta City, Pakistan Open
The overall self-efficacy of our study population was low. Income, education, duration of disease, treatment module, fasting blood glucose, and HbA1c were significantly associated with self-efficacy. Our results underscore the importance o…
View article: Association Between Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Disease Severity in Multiple Sclerosis Patients
Association Between Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Disease Severity in Multiple Sclerosis Patients Open
View article: A-69 | Are Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) Deaths Falling for Adults With Diabetes? A 21-Year Look
A-69 | Are Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) Deaths Falling for Adults With Diabetes? A 21-Year Look Open
View article: Examining the Frequency of Depression in Mothers of Children with Intellectual Disability
Examining the Frequency of Depression in Mothers of Children with Intellectual Disability Open
Background: Mothers of children with intellectual disability experience elevated psychological distress compared to the general population. This study aimed to determine the frequency and severity of depression among mothers of children wi…
View article: Time to sputum culture conversion as a predictor of cure in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients: a multicenter retrospective cohort study in Pakistan
Time to sputum culture conversion as a predictor of cure in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patients: a multicenter retrospective cohort study in Pakistan Open
This study aimed to evaluate how the time to sputum culture conversion (SCC) predicts cure and to identify factors associated with delayed SCC and cure among multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) patients receiving longer treatment reg…
View article: Effect of Violent E-Gaming on Sleep Quality and Impulsivity among University Students: Role of Emotional Regulation as Mediator
Effect of Violent E-Gaming on Sleep Quality and Impulsivity among University Students: Role of Emotional Regulation as Mediator Open
The present study aimed to explore the effect of violent e-gaming on sleep quality and impulsivity among university students, with emotional regulation as a mediator. Using a snowball sampling technique, data were collected from 100 univer…
View article: Comparative Cardiovascular and Renal Outcomes of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review
Comparative Cardiovascular and Renal Outcomes of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors and Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review Open
View article: Neonatal Risk Factors Associated With Retinopathy of Prematurity
Neonatal Risk Factors Associated With Retinopathy of Prematurity Open
Background: Retinopathy of prematurity, or ROP, is one of the major causes of childhood blindness. Most cases of ROP occur in premature infants, and several neonatal and demographic factors have been linked to the disease, although their r…
View article: Assessing the Potential Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy in Cardiac Regeneration for Patients With Ischemic Heart Disease
Assessing the Potential Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy in Cardiac Regeneration for Patients With Ischemic Heart Disease Open
View article: Bioactive Defensive Constituents against Lumpy Skin Disease and Levels of Natural Antioxidants in BWgarmon and Its Individual Components
Bioactive Defensive Constituents against Lumpy Skin Disease and Levels of Natural Antioxidants in BWgarmon and Its Individual Components Open
View article: Recent Developments and Challenges in the Treatment of Acute Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Systematic Review
Recent Developments and Challenges in the Treatment of Acute Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes: A Systematic Review Open
The diagnosis of acute leukemia (AL) and myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) is critical due to their rapid progression and varied survival rates between children and older adults. These diseases are associated with significant mortality, highl…
View article: Calorie and nutrient gap analysis of jail menu and nutritional status of the prisoners of District Jail, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Calorie and nutrient gap analysis of jail menu and nutritional status of the prisoners of District Jail, Faisalabad, Pakistan Open
Assessment of prisoners’ diet showed that it is deficient in calories as well as in Recommended Daily Allowance values. Caloric value was about 64.9% deficient considering one serving (plate per time) taken. A quantitative-qualitative mixe…
View article: Targeted Temperature Management for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Survivors
Targeted Temperature Management for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Survivors Open
View article: Self-administration of medicines in secondary schools and colleges by students living with medical conditions: content analysis of school medicine policies in England
Self-administration of medicines in secondary schools and colleges by students living with medical conditions: content analysis of school medicine policies in England Open
Introduction Every school in England is required to have a policy to support students with a medical condition under statutory guidance issued by the Department for Education.[1] The guidance promotes self-administration of medicines where…
View article: Echoes of Empire: Unveiling the Postcolonial Tapestry in Paul Scott's Staying On
Echoes of Empire: Unveiling the Postcolonial Tapestry in Paul Scott's Staying On Open
Paul Scott's Staying On (2005) is one of the few novels that depict the lives of British leftovers who decided to stay in India even after the Independence. Unlike The Raj Quartet (1965-75), Scott's Staying On (2005), highlights the strugg…
View article: Neonatal Outcomes in Infants Born to Mothers with Chronic Pediatric Gynecological Disorders: A Clinicopathological Evaluation
Neonatal Outcomes in Infants Born to Mothers with Chronic Pediatric Gynecological Disorders: A Clinicopathological Evaluation Open
Background: Chronic pediatric gynecological disorders (CPGDs) such as congenital uterine anomalies, ovarian dysfunction, chronic pelvic inflammatory disease, and endometriosis often persist into adulthood, complicating reproductive outcome…
View article: Bacterial Profile and Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern of Uropathogens Causing Urinary Tract Infections in Quetta City, Pakistan
Bacterial Profile and Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern of Uropathogens Causing Urinary Tract Infections in Quetta City, Pakistan Open
Background: Irrational use of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance against uropathogens is a global catastrophe. Consequently, it is necessary to identify the antibiotic susceptibility pattern of uropathogens while managing Urinary Tract …