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View article: Effect of Sodium-Glucose Co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors in the Management of Hyponatremia Associated With Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuresis
Effect of Sodium-Glucose Co-transporter 2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors in the Management of Hyponatremia Associated With Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuresis Open
View article: Pakistani Origin Takayasu Arteritis: A Case Report with a Brief Review from Asymptomatic Presentation Till Diagnosis and Clinical Management
Pakistani Origin Takayasu Arteritis: A Case Report with a Brief Review from Asymptomatic Presentation Till Diagnosis and Clinical Management Open
Takayasu's arteritis is a rare chronic granulomatous vasculitis that primarily affects the aorta and its branches.It is estimated that this disease impacts approximately 2.6 million individuals every year, with a higher prevalence among wo…
View article: Ecological risks of microplastics contamination with green solutions and future perspectives
Ecological risks of microplastics contamination with green solutions and future perspectives Open
View article: Agronomic Zn biofortification through nano ZnO application enhanced growth, photosystem efficiency, Zn and P nutrition in maize
Agronomic Zn biofortification through nano ZnO application enhanced growth, photosystem efficiency, Zn and P nutrition in maize Open
Zinc-oxide nanoparticles (ZnO-NP) effect on crop physiology and zinc recovery remains poorly studied for acidic-sandy soils. To address this, greenhouse pot (plastic-pots, 6 kg soil, maize) experiments with ZnO-NP (50, 100, 150, 200 mg kg<…
View article: Biochar particle size coupled with biofertilizer enhances soil carbon-nitrogen microbial pools and CO2 sequestration in lentil
Biochar particle size coupled with biofertilizer enhances soil carbon-nitrogen microbial pools and CO2 sequestration in lentil Open
Introduction: Biochar and biofertilizer have emerged as sustainable soil amendments to improve soil fertility and quality. However, it is necessary to determine how biochar’s various particle sizes and biofertilizers affect soil microbial …
View article: effectiveness of early angiography and intervention for treating anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction involving diagonal branches
effectiveness of early angiography and intervention for treating anterior ST-elevation myocardial infarction involving diagonal branches Open
Background: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is life-threatening condition requiring prompt medical attention. The diagonal branches are a group of blood vessels that supply blood to the front of the heart, and their involvement …
View article: Risk stratification and anticoagulation strategies for post-PCI management in acute myocardial infarction patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction
Risk stratification and anticoagulation strategies for post-PCI management in acute myocardial infarction patients with severe left ventricular dysfunction Open
Background: Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) can result in severe left ventricular dysfunction (LVD) and cardiac failure, increasing risk of complications like stroke, thrombo-embolism, and recurrent AMI. Appropriate anticoagulation strat…
View article: Efficacy of Pigtails for the Management of Refractory Malignant Ascites or Effusion: A Systematic Retrospective Chart Review of an Institution
Efficacy of Pigtails for the Management of Refractory Malignant Ascites or Effusion: A Systematic Retrospective Chart Review of an Institution Open
Introduction: Malignant ascites and effusions have been observed in various diseases and persistent ascites or effusion from any of causes prompts the need for urgent first-line therapies. Refractory forms of ascites and effusion can cause…
View article: Prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility of Acinetobacter spp. in a tertiary care hospital in Peshawar: a cross-sectional study
Prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility of Acinetobacter spp. in a tertiary care hospital in Peshawar: a cross-sectional study Open
Background: Acinetobacter spp. have been a primary cause of nosocomial infections worldwide, causing significant morbidity and mortality, especially in Pakistan. The purpose of this study was to investigate the trend of antimicrobial resis…
View article: Advances and prospects of biochar in improving soil fertility, biochemical quality, and environmental applications
Advances and prospects of biochar in improving soil fertility, biochemical quality, and environmental applications Open
With the global food deficit increasing and rising climate change issues, there is a need to find green solutions to improve soil fertility and productivity while enhancing soil biochemical quality and reducing the ecological impact of agr…
View article: Seed-Primed and Foliar Oxozinc Nanofiber Application Increased Wheat Production and Zn Biofortification in Calcareous-Alkaline Soil
Seed-Primed and Foliar Oxozinc Nanofiber Application Increased Wheat Production and Zn Biofortification in Calcareous-Alkaline Soil Open
Low Zinc (Zn) availability in alkaline calcareous soil is one of the major causes of low cereal yield and quality. Conventional application of Zn sulfate (ZnSO4) fertilizer through soil application attains minimal Zn efficiency as it is re…
View article: Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis of Venous Thromboembolism in Patients of Medical Ward of Northwest General Hospital and Research Center, Peshawar, Pakistan: A Quality Improvement Project
Risk Assessment and Prophylaxis of Venous Thromboembolism in Patients of Medical Ward of Northwest General Hospital and Research Center, Peshawar, Pakistan: A Quality Improvement Project Open
Background Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in veins. Hospitalization increases the risk of VTE so timely risk assessment and adequate prophylaxis for VTE should be done to prevent this potent…
View article: Inpatient assessment of the neurological outcome of acute stroke patients based on the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Inpatient assessment of the neurological outcome of acute stroke patients based on the National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Open
According to our findings, the NIHSS is a reliable scale for evaluating patients' neurological outcomes and determining the association between acute stroke severity and cognitive functioning (NIHSS).
View article: Residual Effect of Finely-Ground Biochar Inoculated with Bio-Fertilization Impact on Productivity in a Lentil–Maize Cropping System
Residual Effect of Finely-Ground Biochar Inoculated with Bio-Fertilization Impact on Productivity in a Lentil–Maize Cropping System Open
Biochar fertilization improves soil fertility and carbon sequestration, implying agricultural and environmental advantages. The effect of different sized previously applied biochar and biofertilizer agents on succeeding crops remains poorl…
View article: Nano Zinc-Oxide Enhanced Photosynthetic Apparatus and Photosystem Efficiency of Maize (Zea Mays L.) in Sandy-Acidic Soils
Nano Zinc-Oxide Enhanced Photosynthetic Apparatus and Photosystem Efficiency of Maize (Zea Mays L.) in Sandy-Acidic Soils Open
Conventional Zinc (Zn) fertilization (e.g., zinc sulfate) often leads to poor availability in soils. Zinc oxide nanoparticles (nano ZnO) can be a potential solution, but their effect on crop photosynthetic activity isn’t well documented. T…
View article: Hospital-Based Ultra-Sonographic Prevalence and Spectrum of Thyroid Incidentalomas in Pakistani Population
Hospital-Based Ultra-Sonographic Prevalence and Spectrum of Thyroid Incidentalomas in Pakistani Population Open
View article: Young survivor of a rare primary anaplastic large cell lymphoma of the trachea
Young survivor of a rare primary anaplastic large cell lymphoma of the trachea Open
Primary anaplastic large cell lymphoma of the trachea is a very rare tumor. Diagnosis is often missed for a long time because the presentation often resembles that of obstructive airway disease. A 24-year-old non-smoker male presented at a…
View article: DANGER TO PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19
DANGER TO PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19 Open
The time when the world is dealing with corona disaster, there is this fear that we might not forget about other communicable diseases. There are multiple international and national programs in place to prevent these communicable diseases.…
View article: Knowledge, Attitude, and Barriers Toward ADRs Reporting Among Health-Care Professionals at Tertiary Care Health Settings in Peshawar, Pakistan: A Web Based Study
Knowledge, Attitude, and Barriers Toward ADRs Reporting Among Health-Care Professionals at Tertiary Care Health Settings in Peshawar, Pakistan: A Web Based Study Open
Background: Underreporting of adverse drug reactions (ADRs) is considered a major determinant of poor ADR signal detection in Pakistan. Considering this, the study was proposed to evaluate healthcare professionals’ (HCPs) knowledge attitud…
View article: Outcomes of Guillain–Barré Syndrome Patients Admitted to Intensive Care Unit in Tertiary Care Hospital
Outcomes of Guillain–Barré Syndrome Patients Admitted to Intensive Care Unit in Tertiary Care Hospital Open
Despite the availability of plasmapheresis and intravenous immunoglobulin, the mortality and long-term morbidity from Guillain—Barré Syndrome (GBS) remains significant. This study aimed to determine the short-term outcomes in patients with…
View article: DEMOGRAPHIC AND CLINICAL PROFILE OF CHILDREN HOSPITALIZED WITH MEASLES INFECTION IN PESHAWAR
DEMOGRAPHIC AND CLINICAL PROFILE OF CHILDREN HOSPITALIZED WITH MEASLES INFECTION IN PESHAWAR Open
OBJECTIVE: To record the clinical and demographic characteristics of measles in patients hospitalized with measles infection in Peshawar, Pakistan. METHODS: A retrospective review of medical records from December 2017 to January 2016 was c…
View article: fficacy of different Rhizobium Strains on Nodulation and Seed Yield in Mungbean (Vegna radiata L.) Cultivar Inqalab Mung
fficacy of different Rhizobium Strains on Nodulation and Seed Yield in Mungbean (Vegna radiata L.) Cultivar Inqalab Mung Open
View article: Biochar and Biofertilizers Residual Effect on Fertility Status of Soil Two Crop Seasons after their Application
Biochar and Biofertilizers Residual Effect on Fertility Status of Soil Two Crop Seasons after their Application Open
View article: Assessing Suitability of Wheat Genotypes for Growth, Yield and Nutrients Uptake under Sand Culture
Assessing Suitability of Wheat Genotypes for Growth, Yield and Nutrients Uptake under Sand Culture Open
View article: Agricultural Land Management of Eroded Soil to Restore Productivity, Organic Matter (OM) Stock and Physical Properties
Agricultural Land Management of Eroded Soil to Restore Productivity, Organic Matter (OM) Stock and Physical Properties Open
View article: Effect of biochar particle size and biofertilizers on lentil (Lense culinarous M.) yield and available fractions of soil nutrients
Effect of biochar particle size and biofertilizers on lentil (Lense culinarous M.) yield and available fractions of soil nutrients Open
Suitable management techniques are required to improve soil nutrient availability and crop yield. This study evaluated biochar particle sizes (<2 mm, 2-5 mm and 5-10 mm) in combination with rhizobia inocula (Biozote-N (Rhizobium leguminosa…
View article: Enhancing wheat productivity and soil physical properties of water eroded agricultural land through integrated nutrient management
Enhancing wheat productivity and soil physical properties of water eroded agricultural land through integrated nutrient management Open
Agricultural land in Pakistan is decreasing due to development of infrastructure and in order to feed its masses, agricultural activities are shifting towards sloping land where soil loss through surface runoff process is the sternest ecol…
View article: Integrated Nutrient and Tillage Management Improve Organic Matter, Micronutrient Content and Physical Properties of Alkaline Calcareous Soil Cultivated with Wheat
Integrated Nutrient and Tillage Management Improve Organic Matter, Micronutrient Content and Physical Properties of Alkaline Calcareous Soil Cultivated with Wheat Open
View article: Wheat Yield and Post-Harvest Fertility Status of Calcareous Soil Using Shallow and Deep Tillage and Integrated Nutrient Management (INM)
Wheat Yield and Post-Harvest Fertility Status of Calcareous Soil Using Shallow and Deep Tillage and Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) Open
View article: Response of Chickpea (Cicer Arietinum L.) to Phosphorus and Zinc Levels and Their Application Methods
Response of Chickpea (Cicer Arietinum L.) to Phosphorus and Zinc Levels and Their Application Methods Open