Yaqoob Hassan
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View article: Amyand’s Hernia – An Unusual Presentation of Common Ailment
Amyand’s Hernia – An Unusual Presentation of Common Ailment Open
Amyand hernia is a rare form of inguinal hernia in which the vermiform appendix is located within the hernial sac. The condition is commonly misdiagnosed as an incarcerated hernia, and its diagnosis is almost always made intraoperatively. …
View article: Surgical management of gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors: Comparison of outcomes for open and laparoscopic resection
Surgical management of gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors: Comparison of outcomes for open and laparoscopic resection Open
Objectives Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) are common mesenchymal tumors of the GI tract, and the stomach is the most common site. Since every GIST is now considered potentially malignant, complete surgical resection is the primary …
View article: Management of forearm ganglion: a comparative study from a medical college hospital
Management of forearm ganglion: a comparative study from a medical college hospital Open
Background Ganglionic cysts are smooth, fluctuant benign tumors of forearm commonly encountered in our day-to-day outdoor practice. The study aims to compare the efficacy, safety, and recurrence rates of triamcinolone, mixture of triamcino…
View article: Accuracy of fecal calprotectin and endoscopic narrow band imaging in the prediction of severity of inflammatory bowel diseases
Accuracy of fecal calprotectin and endoscopic narrow band imaging in the prediction of severity of inflammatory bowel diseases Open
Background: Fecal calprotectin is a noninvasive and accurate marker of inflammatory bowel disease. In addition to aiding in diagnosis, it also predicts inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) relapses and the severity of the disease. Objectives o…
View article: Tissue Damage Caused by Diclofenac Intramuscular Injection: The Nicolau Syndrome
Tissue Damage Caused by Diclofenac Intramuscular Injection: The Nicolau Syndrome Open
Introduction Nicolau syndrome is an extremely rare complication following intramuscular administration of drugs leading to tissue damage and necrosis. Case Report In this case, the patient received the injection from an untrained quack sur…
View article: Femoral hernia: Treatment delay and cause of death – A case report and an integrative review
Femoral hernia: Treatment delay and cause of death – A case report and an integrative review Open
Femoral hernia is an uncommon entity in males and is limited to case reports in the medical literature. Because of the narrow neck of the femoral canal, a femoral hernia can easily incarcerate and/or strangulate. Surgical intervention is t…
View article: Giant gastric bezoar: A case report and the review of literature
Giant gastric bezoar: A case report and the review of literature Open
A bezoar is a packed collection of undigested or partially digested food found in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. The stomach is the most common site of bezoars and bezoars are most commonly found in the stomach and can affect people of a…
View article: Religious Circumcision (Khatna) and Circumcision Mishaps in Kashmiri Children
Religious Circumcision (Khatna) and Circumcision Mishaps in Kashmiri Children Open
Background: Male circumcision is recommended practice in Muslim tradition and one of the oldest operations performed all over the world. Male circumcision is universal in our Muslim-dominated valley of Kashmir for religious reasons. It can…
View article: Three Cases of Appendiceal Mucocele: From Diagnosis to Management
Three Cases of Appendiceal Mucocele: From Diagnosis to Management Open
Appendiceal mucocele is an appendicular dilatation secondary to the intraluminal accumulation of mucous material. Adequate pre-operative diagnosis and surgical resection remains the standard management. Here, we present three cases of appe…
View article: Appendiceal Tourniquet, an extremely rare condition with an equally rare presentation: A case report and an integrative review
Appendiceal Tourniquet, an extremely rare condition with an equally rare presentation: A case report and an integrative review Open
Small bowel obstruction is a common surgical emergency and needs timely intervention to prevent the development of complications. Acute appendicitis is a very rare, uncommon, and unnoticed cause of intestinal obstruction. Although function…
View article: Comparative study between aspiration followed by Intralesional triamcinolone Injection, mixture of triamcinolone and hyaluronidase and surgical excision for the treatment of forearm ganglion in a medical college hospital
Comparative study between aspiration followed by Intralesional triamcinolone Injection, mixture of triamcinolone and hyaluronidase and surgical excision for the treatment of forearm ganglion in a medical college hospital Open
Background: Ganglionic cysts are benign tumors of forearm commonly encountered in our day-to-day outdoor practice. This study compares the efficacy, safety, and recurrence rates of triamcinolone, a triamcinolone hyaluronidase mixture, and …
View article: Hepatic Artery Anomalies and Its Impact in Patients Undergoing Pancreaticoduodenectmy. A Comparative Study from Kashmir Valley
Hepatic Artery Anomalies and Its Impact in Patients Undergoing Pancreaticoduodenectmy. A Comparative Study from Kashmir Valley Open
Background: Pancreaticoduodenectomy provides the only opportunity to cure resectable and borderline pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. This is linked to a high rate of morbidity and mortality, especially when combined with hepatic artery an…
View article: Genetic Alterations, DNA Methylation, Alloantibodies and Phenotypic Heterogeneity in Type III von Willebrand Disease
Genetic Alterations, DNA Methylation, Alloantibodies and Phenotypic Heterogeneity in Type III von Willebrand Disease Open
Type III von Willebrand disease is present in the Punjab province of Pakistan along with other inherited bleeding disorders like hemophilia. Cousin marriages are very common in Pakistan so genetic studies help to establish protocols for sc…
View article: Comparative Study of Laparoscopic and Open Pyelolithotomy in the Management of Large Renal Pelvic Stones
Comparative Study of Laparoscopic and Open Pyelolithotomy in the Management of Large Renal Pelvic Stones Open
Background Large renal pelvic stones can be effectively managed with laparoscopic pyelolithotomy. The aim of this study was to compare the surgical outcomes of laparoscopic pyelolithotomy versus open surgery for the treatment of large rena…
View article: Forgotten Migrated Intra-Uterine Contraceptive Device and its rare complication rare case report from Kashmir Valley
Forgotten Migrated Intra-Uterine Contraceptive Device and its rare complication rare case report from Kashmir Valley Open
The intra-uterine device (Copper T) has been widely used as contraceptive method since 1965. Due to its low cost, effective and reversible nature and long-term benefits, it is widely being used in the developing world. The intra-uterine co…
View article: Role of Laparoscopy in the management of incisional hernia. A comparative study from medical school.
Role of Laparoscopy in the management of incisional hernia. A comparative study from medical school. Open
Introduction: The conventional open repairof incisional hernia requires extensive dissection. The applicability and superiority of the laparoscopy have been evolving overthe last few years.The aim of our study was to compare the surgical o…
View article: Mucocele of Appendix
Mucocele of Appendix Open
Background: Appendiceal mucocele is a rare surgical emergency caused by intraluminal accumulation of mucoid material due to obstruction. Proper diagnosis and adequate surgical management are paramount to prevent the complications. Objectiv…
View article: Primary colonic liposarcoma presenting as intussusception: A case report from the Kashmir valley
Primary colonic liposarcoma presenting as intussusception: A case report from the Kashmir valley Open
Rationale: Soft tissue sarcoma (STS) arises from mesenchymal tissue and can occur at any anatomic site and age. These tumors can originate from skeletal muscle, adipose tissue, vascular tissues, or connective tissues. Liposarcoma (LPS) is …
View article: Small bite closure in midline laparotomy; A practice to reduce the surgical site infection, wound dehiscence, and incisional hernia
Small bite closure in midline laparotomy; A practice to reduce the surgical site infection, wound dehiscence, and incisional hernia Open
Background: Postoperative wound site complications are a significant source of morbidity after midline laparotomy. The study's objectives were to compare the two suture patterns for fascial closure in midline abdominal wounds and their eff…
View article: Role of danazol in management of mastalgia: a tertiary care experience from North India
Role of danazol in management of mastalgia: a tertiary care experience from North India Open
Background: Mastalgia is one of the most common complains, for which women consult their general practitioner. Majority of the patients presented with fear of cancer so patient education and availability of quality radiological and patholo…
View article: Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and Post-operative Pain Management Our Experience from Medical College Hospital
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and Post-operative Pain Management Our Experience from Medical College Hospital Open
Aim:The study was aimed to compare the efficacy of Trans Abdominal Plane (TAP) block with port site infiltration on postoperative pain and analgesia requirement in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Methods:The Prospective o…
View article: Postpartum rupture of Splenic hydatid cyst: An extremely rare presentation of a rare condition
Postpartum rupture of Splenic hydatid cyst: An extremely rare presentation of a rare condition Open
BackgroundHydatid disease is endemic in some regions of the world. Even in endemic regions, splenic hydatid cysts are rare, especially in pregnancy. The most serious presentation is intra peritoneal rupture, which is a surgical emergency. …
View article: Incidence of Inguinal Hernia Post Open Appendectomy - An Observational Study
Incidence of Inguinal Hernia Post Open Appendectomy - An Observational Study Open
BACKGROUND
\nAcute appendicitis is the most common surgical emergency faced in today's world.
\nInguinal hernia is the most common type of hernia seen in surgical practice. It can
\nbe of a direct and an indirect type. While the indirect t…
View article: Colorectal Cancer in Young Adult Population in Kashmir Valley: Tertiary Care Centre Experience
Colorectal Cancer in Young Adult Population in Kashmir Valley: Tertiary Care Centre Experience Open
Background: Colorectal cancer has been defined and discussed as a disease of middle or late life. However, no age-group is exempt, and adenocarcinoma of the colon has been reported in young age. Malignant disease is frequently found in you…
View article: The role of diagnostic laparoscopy in the era of modern imaging techniques: a study from a single center
The role of diagnostic laparoscopy in the era of modern imaging techniques: a study from a single center Open
Background: Despite the tremendous progressive evolution in the field of medicine, wherein, most of the diseases can be diagnosed based on history, clinical examination and investigations, there are quite a number of diseases which remain …
View article: Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease: a single centre experience
Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease: a single centre experience Open
Background: Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is currently the surgical treatment of choice for gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD) in properly selected patients.Methods: Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication was performed in 36 patients…
View article: ACUTE APPENDICITIS WITH NORMAL TOTAL WBC COUNTS, A SINGLE CENTRE EXPERIENCE.
ACUTE APPENDICITIS WITH NORMAL TOTAL WBC COUNTS, A SINGLE CENTRE EXPERIENCE. Open
Background: Acute appendicitis is the most common general surgery emergency. Prompt diagnosis minimizes morbidity and mortality. Historically the diagnosis would be clinical. One of the most frequently used laboratory investigation especia…
View article: ETIOPATHOGENESIS OF NON-GALL STONE PANCREATITIS IN KASHMIR VALLEY- A DESCRIPTIVE HOSPITAL-BASED STUDY
ETIOPATHOGENESIS OF NON-GALL STONE PANCREATITIS IN KASHMIR VALLEY- A DESCRIPTIVE HOSPITAL-BASED STUDY Open
BACKGROUND
\nAcute pancreatitis is a potentially lethal condition resulting from an acute inflammatory process in the pancreas usually
\nmanifested by upper abdominal pain and raised concentration of pancreatic enzymes in blood, urine, per…