Muhammad Arshad
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View article: DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY OF FNAC AND CORE NEEDLE BIOPSY IN PALPABLE BREAST LUMPS: A META-ANALYSIS OF COMPARATIVE STUDIES
DIAGNOSTIC ACCURACY OF FNAC AND CORE NEEDLE BIOPSY IN PALPABLE BREAST LUMPS: A META-ANALYSIS OF COMPARATIVE STUDIES Open
BACKGROUND; Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) and Core Needle Biopsy (CNB) are most widely used diagnostic procedures for the evaluation of palpable breast lumps. Despite being less invasive than CNB, FNAC´s diagnostic reliability rem…
View article: Assessing Groundwater Quality in Islamabad: A Microbiological and Physicochemical Analysis in Compliance with WHO Standards for Potable Water
Assessing Groundwater Quality in Islamabad: A Microbiological and Physicochemical Analysis in Compliance with WHO Standards for Potable Water Open
The study was conducted in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed to evaluate the microbiological and physicochemical quality of potable water from various sites. Sampling was conducted in spring 2023 across 20 sites in Islamabad, selection was based …
View article: Linking sustainable food systems and dietary diversity among agricultural communities: an ESG-based analysis
Linking sustainable food systems and dietary diversity among agricultural communities: an ESG-based analysis Open
Background Food and nutritional security are pivotal for sustainable development in developing countries. Dietary diversity is an essential aspect of food and nutritional security. Sustainable food systems play a significant role in achiev…
View article: IMPACT OF PREOPERATIVE NUTRITIONAL STATUS ON WOUND HEALING OUTCOMES FOLLOWING ELECTIVE ABDOMINAL SURGERY
IMPACT OF PREOPERATIVE NUTRITIONAL STATUS ON WOUND HEALING OUTCOMES FOLLOWING ELECTIVE ABDOMINAL SURGERY Open
Background: Wound healing complications remain a common challenge following elective abdominal surgeries, particularly in patients with compromised nutritional status. Malnutrition impairs immune function and tissue regeneration, thereby e…
View article: Portal vein thrombosis in a patient on semaglutide
Portal vein thrombosis in a patient on semaglutide Open
Background: Obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are both modern-day pandemics, significantly impacting worldwide healthcare. The glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist (GLP1-RA) semaglutide is a novel treatment for both T2DM and …
View article: Comparative Analysis of Different Feeding Techniques and Different Substrates on the Performance of 5G Micro-strip Patch Antenna
Comparative Analysis of Different Feeding Techniques and Different Substrates on the Performance of 5G Micro-strip Patch Antenna Open
Wireless communication is evolving rapidly to meet growing demands for higher data rates and seamless connectivity, especially with the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT). Among the latest advancements, 5G technology stands out by enabli…
View article: Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging's Prognostic Utility in the Evaluation of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Patients' Long-Term Outcomes and Mortality: A Review
Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging's Prognostic Utility in the Evaluation of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Patients' Long-Term Outcomes and Mortality: A Review Open
Background: As an additional imaging modality, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (CMR) is valuable in the evaluation of patients with suspected or diagnosed hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Objective: Aim was to determine the effectiven…
View article: OUTCOMES OF PRIMARY POSTERIOR SAGITTAL ANORECTOPLASTY IN FEMALE PATIENTS WITH RECTO-VESTIBULAR FISTULA
OUTCOMES OF PRIMARY POSTERIOR SAGITTAL ANORECTOPLASTY IN FEMALE PATIENTS WITH RECTO-VESTIBULAR FISTULA Open
BACKGROUND: Recto-vestibular fistula (RVF) is one of the most common forms of anorectal malformations (ARM) in female children. Primary posterior sagittal anorectoplasty (PSARP) is the preferred surgical technique; however, its outcomes ma…
View article: Voices on the Wheels: A Semiotic Analysis of Vehicular Discourse in Punjab, Pakistan
Voices on the Wheels: A Semiotic Analysis of Vehicular Discourse in Punjab, Pakistan Open
This research examines the inscriptions that are printed on the vehicles in different cities of Punjab. Using Ferdinand de Saussure's theory of signs, it analyzes the manner in which these messages function as semiotic signals, thereby rev…
View article: RAPID FUNCTIONAL RECOVERY IN A DIABETIC POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMAN WITH FROZEN SHOULDER THROUGH SPENCER MOBILIZATION TECHNIQUE: A CASE REPORT
RAPID FUNCTIONAL RECOVERY IN A DIABETIC POSTMENOPAUSAL WOMAN WITH FROZEN SHOULDER THROUGH SPENCER MOBILIZATION TECHNIQUE: A CASE REPORT Open
Background: Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a debilitating condition characterized by progressive shoulder pain and restricted motion, commonly seen in women aged 40 to 70 and those with diabetes mellitus. While conservative tr…
View article: Soil Amendment-Mediated Herbivory Resistance, Crop Improvement, and Phytoremediation in Canola: Physiological Defense Mechanism and Health Risk Assessment
Soil Amendment-Mediated Herbivory Resistance, Crop Improvement, and Phytoremediation in Canola: Physiological Defense Mechanism and Health Risk Assessment Open
A two-year field study was conducted using canola to check the efficacy of different soil amendment treatments (SAT), i.e., with elemental sulfur (ES), bio-sulfur (BS), and compost (Cp) mixtures against insecticide-treated (Carbosulfan) an…
View article: Enhancing Police Effectiveness in Punjab: Integrating Training and Capacity Building Initiatives for Sustainable Impact
Enhancing Police Effectiveness in Punjab: Integrating Training and Capacity Building Initiatives for Sustainable Impact Open
Effective policing is a cornerstone of law and order, playing a vital role in maintaining public safety, social stability, and upholding justice. In Punjab, Pakistan, law enforcement agencies face numerous challenges that impede their oper…
View article: Determining the Reliability of Commoner Purification Methods and Mono-culturing Techniques for Microalgae
Determining the Reliability of Commoner Purification Methods and Mono-culturing Techniques for Microalgae Open
Background: The reliability of the purification process and monoculture technique for microalgae was investigated in this study. The study involves the isolation of microalgae from the environment of different localities to get the axenic …
View article: Assessing the efficiency of Smog Cleaning Tower in Reducing Ambient Particulate Matter at Mehmood Booti, Lahore, Punjab
Assessing the efficiency of Smog Cleaning Tower in Reducing Ambient Particulate Matter at Mehmood Booti, Lahore, Punjab Open
Punjab Government is committed to take initiatives to control emerging problem of air pollution at Lahore, Punjab. Scientists, engineers and other stakeholders working on air pollution reduction technologies are encouraged to participate i…
View article: Streamlining Linear Free Energy Relationships of Proteins through Dimensionality Analysis and Linear Modeling
Streamlining Linear Free Energy Relationships of Proteins through Dimensionality Analysis and Linear Modeling Open
Linear free energy relationships (LFERs) are pivotal in predicting protein-water partition coefficients, with traditional one-parameter (1p-LFER) models often based on octanol. However, their limited scope has prompted a shift toward the m…
View article: Multispectral Assessment of Net Radiations Using Comprehensive Multi-Satellite Data
Multispectral Assessment of Net Radiations Using Comprehensive Multi-Satellite Data Open
Precise estimation of net radiation (Rn) is fundamental to understanding surface energy balance and is critical for accurately determining crop water requirements, especially using remote sensing and geospatial techniques. The core objecti…
View article: Removal of four antibiotics from the aqueous phase using Polyethylene adsorbent: Mechanistic understanding and reusability potential
Removal of four antibiotics from the aqueous phase using Polyethylene adsorbent: Mechanistic understanding and reusability potential Open
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View article: Artificial intelligence (AI) inspired an innovative approach for real-time flow measurements – water distributions at outlets, in Punjab province Pakistan
Artificial intelligence (AI) inspired an innovative approach for real-time flow measurements – water distributions at outlets, in Punjab province Pakistan Open
Accurate water metering is essential for effective water management, especially for measured and equitable distribution of canal flows, most imperative in Pakistan. The inflows distributed through outlets must adhere to pre-designated leve…
View article: Analyzing land use land cover (LULC) changes induced by the run-of river project and respondent survey: a case of Ghazi Barotha Hydropower Project on Indus River, Pakistan
Analyzing land use land cover (LULC) changes induced by the run-of river project and respondent survey: a case of Ghazi Barotha Hydropower Project on Indus River, Pakistan Open
Land use land cover (LULC) change determination caused by development projects is always mandatory as land is the major source of local livelihoods and regional economy. Worldwide, very limited studies have been conducted to determine LULC…
View article: Genetic variability and multivariate analysis for plant architecture and yield components in blackgram (Vigna mungo L. Hepper) under rainfed conditions
Genetic variability and multivariate analysis for plant architecture and yield components in blackgram (Vigna mungo L. Hepper) under rainfed conditions Open
Mashbean (Vigna mungo) plays a vital role in Pakistan's agriculture as a prominent Kharif season pulse crop.This study investigates 18 diverse Mashbean genotypes to enhance selection efficiency and improve genetic recombination.Over two Kh…
View article: Regenerable chitosan-embedded magnetic iron oxide beads for nitrate removal from industrial wastewater
Regenerable chitosan-embedded magnetic iron oxide beads for nitrate removal from industrial wastewater Open
Synthesis of regenerable chitosan-embedded magnetic iron oxide beads.
View article: INFLUENCE OF DROUGHT AND FOLIAR APPLICATION OF SALICYLIC ACID ON GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF GLADIOLUS
INFLUENCE OF DROUGHT AND FOLIAR APPLICATION OF SALICYLIC ACID ON GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF GLADIOLUS Open
Salicylic acid increase resistance in plants to overcome both biotic and abiotic stresses. Therefore a study was conducted to investigate the effect of drought and foliar application of salicylic acid on growth and development of Gladiolus…
View article: Efficient and simultaneous removal of four antibiotics with silicone polymer adsorbent from aqueous solution
Efficient and simultaneous removal of four antibiotics with silicone polymer adsorbent from aqueous solution Open
The extensive utilization of pharmaceuticals in developing nations, notably antibiotics, has resulted in the occurrence of these substances in water and wastewater, widely accepted as emerging pollutants. The focus of this study was to dev…
View article: A Snapshot into the Invasion of Plastics in Human Urine
A Snapshot into the Invasion of Plastics in Human Urine Open
Micro- and nanoplastic particles and fibers are ubiquitous in the environment and have been detected in various human organs and systems, including the kidney, blood, lower respiratory tract, and stool. This study aimed to identify and qua…
View article: Optimizing Sustainable Phytoextraction of Lead from Contaminated Soil Using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN)
Optimizing Sustainable Phytoextraction of Lead from Contaminated Soil Using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) Open
Lead (Pb) is well known for the containment of soil surfaces. In the last few decades, phytoremediation has been the most ideal technology to extract Pb from soil, involving numerous chemical reactions and cost analysis. The aim of this st…
View article: Prevalence and Awareness Survey of Tuberculosis in The Suspected Population of Bajaur Agency in Fata, Pakistan
Prevalence and Awareness Survey of Tuberculosis in The Suspected Population of Bajaur Agency in Fata, Pakistan Open
Tuberculosis is most common infectious disease of the lungs and is a leading cause of Mortality among infectious caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Its infections occurring in about 1% of the population each year. Objective: To trace ou…
View article: Simulation of Groundwater Flow Dynamics under Different Stresses Using MODFLOW in Rechna Doab, Pakistan
Simulation of Groundwater Flow Dynamics under Different Stresses Using MODFLOW in Rechna Doab, Pakistan Open
Groundwater is a primary source of freshwater provisions all around the world. Due to its limited availability, water has become a precious entity nowadays. The future accessibility of groundwater is endangered due to its massive exploitat…