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View article: Phytofabrication of TiO2 nanoparticles and their antibacterial efficacy: a study using Cucumis sativus and Raphanus sativus
Phytofabrication of TiO2 nanoparticles and their antibacterial efficacy: a study using Cucumis sativus and Raphanus sativus Open
Green synthesis has attained a great importance in the field of science due to its enormous advantages over conventional methods. The synthesis of metal nanoparticles from plants is a convenient and ecofriendly process with its application…
View article: <b>Effects of Standardized Protocol Interventions on Nurses’ Knowledge and Practices of Oral Care for Bedridden Patients</b>
<b>Effects of Standardized Protocol Interventions on Nurses’ Knowledge and Practices of Oral Care for Bedridden Patients</b> Open
Background: Oral hygiene is a critical aspect of nursing care for bedridden patients, as poor oral care contributes to bacterial colonization, plaque accumulation, and hospital-acquired infections such as pneumonia. Despite its importance,…
View article: <b>Knowledge and Practice Regarding Fluid Management of Cardiac Unit Patients After Surgery Among Nursing Students at Tertiary Care Hospital</b>
<b>Knowledge and Practice Regarding Fluid Management of Cardiac Unit Patients After Surgery Among Nursing Students at Tertiary Care Hospital</b> Open
Background: Fluid and electrolyte imbalances frequently complicate postoperative recovery in cardiac surgery patients, demanding meticulous management to avoid significant morbidity. Nurses play a pivotal role in monitoring and intervening…
View article: Perception and knowledge of dietary supplements use among University Students from Lahore Pakistan
Perception and knowledge of dietary supplements use among University Students from Lahore Pakistan Open
Background & Objective: Dietary supplementation has gained popularity, particularly among the young population, but their knowledge and attitudes toward these supplements remain underexplored. Understanding their level of knowledge and per…
View article: Outcome Analysis of Noninvasive Ventilation in Acute Exacerbation of COPD Patients with Type 2 Respiratory Failure in Pulmonology Unit
Outcome Analysis of Noninvasive Ventilation in Acute Exacerbation of COPD Patients with Type 2 Respiratory Failure in Pulmonology Unit Open
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, with acute exacerbations often culminating in type 2 (hypercapnic) respiratory failure. Noninvasive ventilation (NIV) has eme…
View article: <b>Medical Education Gateway: Evaluating the Structural and Procedural Integrity of MDCAT 2024 in Pakistan</b>
<b>Medical Education Gateway: Evaluating the Structural and Procedural Integrity of MDCAT 2024 in Pakistan</b> Open
The Medical and Dental College Admission Test (MDCAT), conducted annually by provincial public universities under the oversight of the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), is a crucial determinant for admissions into medical and den…
View article: Hyperuricemia in Tuberculosis Patients Treated with Pyrazinamide
Hyperuricemia in Tuberculosis Patients Treated with Pyrazinamide Open
Background: Pyrazinamide (PZA), a cornerstone of first-line anti-tuberculosis therapy, is associated with a high incidence of hyperuricemia, a potentially overlooked metabolic complication that may impact treatment adherence. Despite its f…
View article: Awareness and Perception of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus(T1DM) in Non-Diabetics at a Teaching Hospital in Lahore Pakistan
Awareness and Perception of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus(T1DM) in Non-Diabetics at a Teaching Hospital in Lahore Pakistan Open
Objective: T1DM is a chronic disease, with usual onset in children, caused due to autoimmune destruction of beta cells resulting in inability to produce insulin. To decrease morbidity and mortality caused by T1DM, it is pertinent to educat…
View article: RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ASTHMA CONTROL SCORE AND SMALL AIRWAY DYSFUNCTION IN PATIENTS WITH BRONCHIAL ASTHMA
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ASTHMA CONTROL SCORE AND SMALL AIRWAY DYSFUNCTION IN PATIENTS WITH BRONCHIAL ASTHMA Open
Objective: To determine the correlation between asthma control score and small airway dysfunction. Patients and methods: Patients presenting to the OPD of Pulmonology with a diagnosis of asthma were enrolled in the study. Their asthma cont…
View article: Cognitive therapy for depression in tuberculosis treatment: protocol for multicentre pragmatic parallel arm randomised control trial with an internal pilot
Cognitive therapy for depression in tuberculosis treatment: protocol for multicentre pragmatic parallel arm randomised control trial with an internal pilot Open
Introduction and objectives There is an unmet need to develop high-quality evidence addressing tuberculosis (TB)-related mental health comorbidity, particularly in the context of lower-middle-income countries. This study aims to examine th…
View article: Consensus statements for influenza awareness, prevention, and vaccination in Pakistan
Consensus statements for influenza awareness, prevention, and vaccination in Pakistan Open
Introduction: Influenza is a serious underestimated viral infection in Pakistan and influenza vaccination and vaccination awareness are low. The current work aimed to develop consensus on influenza epidemiology, prevention, vaccination, an…
View article: Effectiveness of early pharmaceutical interventions in symptomatic COVID-19 patients: A randomized clinical trial
Effectiveness of early pharmaceutical interventions in symptomatic COVID-19 patients: A randomized clinical trial Open
Objective: We assessed the effectiveness of oral Hydroxychloroquine (HC), Azithromycin (AZ) and Oseltamivir (OS), alone or combined, among patients hospitalized with mildly symptomatic coronavirus infectious disease (COVID-19).
Methods: F…
View article: A comparative absorption study of sucrosomial® orodispersible vitamin D3 supplementation vs. a reference chewable tablet and soft gel capsule vitamin D3 in improving circulatory 25(OH)D levels in healthy adults with vitamin D deficiency—Results from a prospective randomized clinical trial
A comparative absorption study of sucrosomial® orodispersible vitamin D3 supplementation vs. a reference chewable tablet and soft gel capsule vitamin D3 in improving circulatory 25(OH)D levels in healthy adults with vitamin D deficiency—Results from a prospective randomized clinical trial Open
Background Vitamin D (Vit D) deficiency (VDD), associated with diverse health conditions, is commonly treated with Vit D3 supplements. However, the gastrointestinal (GI) absorption of Vit D3 in different formulations has not been well stud…
View article: Outcome and mortality rate of COVID-19 infection among health workers and general population
Outcome and mortality rate of COVID-19 infection among health workers and general population Open
Objective: To determine the outcomes and mortality rate of Covid-19 infection among health workers and general population. Material and methods: An observation study was conducted in Department of Pulmonology Pak Red Crescent Medical Colle…
View article: Factors Responsible for Depression in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Factors Responsible for Depression in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Open
Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a neglected but important health problem, accounts for significant morbidities and mortalities worldwide. By year 2030, it is expected to be the third leading causing of mortali…
View article: PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH CHEST PAIN TO CARDIAC EMERGENCIES SERVICES AND APPLICATION OF TIMI RISK SCORE FOR BETTER OUTCOME
PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH CHEST PAIN TO CARDIAC EMERGENCIES SERVICES AND APPLICATION OF TIMI RISK SCORE FOR BETTER OUTCOME Open
Objectives: To determine the frequency of Patients presenting with chest pain in emergency department and application of TIMI Risk score for patients outcome.
Methodology: This study is prospective observational cohort study and an analys…
View article: COMPARISON OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE SEVERITY AMONG DIABETIC AND NON DIABETIC PATIENTS ADMITTED TO KHYBER TEACHING HOSPITAL, PESHAWAR
COMPARISON OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE SEVERITY AMONG DIABETIC AND NON DIABETIC PATIENTS ADMITTED TO KHYBER TEACHING HOSPITAL, PESHAWAR Open
Objectives: To compare the coronary artery disease severity in type-2 diabetic and non-diabetic patients suffering from coronary artery disease presenting to cardiology department of Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar.
Methodology: This c…
View article: National Registry of Interstitial Lung Disease from Pakistan
National Registry of Interstitial Lung Disease from Pakistan Open
Introduction Interstitial lung disease (ILD) is a heterogeneous group of over 200 parenchymal lung diseases with a myriad of etiologies. Interstitial lung disease registries from around the world show varying prevalence and incidence of th…
View article: P92 Efficacy of beta blockers prescribed among copd patients with concomitant heart failure
P92 Efficacy of beta blockers prescribed among copd patients with concomitant heart failure Open
Background Due to common risk factors, there is considerable number of COPD patients who has concomitant heart failure. There is always reluctance in prescribing beta blockers in patients with COPD, though recent literature has supported t…
View article: P1120Comparison of outcome of acute coronary syndrome patients with or without chronic obstructive pulmonary disease admitted to tertiary care hospital
P1120Comparison of outcome of acute coronary syndrome patients with or without chronic obstructive pulmonary disease admitted to tertiary care hospital Open
Ventricular arrhythmias: Improved treatment and risk prediction / ACS: from acute management to long-term outcomes 237 Conclusion: Baseline and post-CRT MIBG scintigraphy accurately predicted the occurrence of SVA after CRT.This could impa…
View article: FREQUENCY OF UNDIAGNOSED ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE IN PATIENTS ADMITTED WITH ACUTE EXACERBATION OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE
FREQUENCY OF UNDIAGNOSED ISCHEMIC HEART DISEASE IN PATIENTS ADMITTED WITH ACUTE EXACERBATION OF CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE Open
Objective: To determine the frequency of undiagnosed ischemic heart disease inpatients admitted with acute exacerbation of COPD (AECOPD). Methodology: This cross sectional study was done from 1 January to 31December 2015 at Pulmonolgy …