Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Feb 2021
Comparison of Retinal Nerve Fibre Layer versus Bruch Membrane Opening-Minimum Rim Width as an Optical Coherence Tomography-based Marker for Glaucoma in Myopia.
To compare the reliability of Bruch Membrane Opening-Minimum Rim Width (BMO-MRW) Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) with Retinal Nerve Fibre Layer (RNFL) in myopic patients. ⋯ OCT BMO-MRW is a better indicator of glaucomatous damage in moderately myopic eyes as compared to OCT RNFL analysis. Key Words: Glaucoma, Myopia, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Bruch Membrane Opening-Minimum Rim Width (BMO-MRW), Retinal Nerve Fibre Layer (RNFL).
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Feb 2021
Can First-trimester AST to Platelet Ratio Index Scores Predict HELLP Syndrome?
To determine whether the ratio of the first-trimester aspartate aminotransferase (AST) to platelet ratio index (APRI) score will be useful as a new determinant of hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, low platelets (HELLP) syndrome that may develop in the later stages of pregnancy Study Design: Descriptive-analytical study. ⋯ There was an association of first-trimester APRI scores with the prediction of HELLP syndrome, possibly developing in the later weeks of pregnancy. Predicting HELLP syndrome in the early period can assist in proper management and taking necessary precautions. Key Words: HELLP syndrome prediction, First-trimester APRI, APRI scores in pregnancy, APRI score.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Feb 2021
Observational StudyRenal Allograft Biopsy Findings in Live-related Renal Transplant Recipients.
To determine the pattern of histopathology in living-related, kidney transplant recipients (KTRs) from a transplant centre in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), Pakistan. ⋯ Among the studied specimens, mixed lesions were the predominant findings, followed by others (mostly CNI toxicity) and IFTA categories. The frequency of acute/active rejections was low and that of chronic changes higher, in keeping with delayed biopsies. Key Words: Allograft biopsy, Graft dysfunction, Rejection, Kidney.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Feb 2021
Observational StudyPulmonary Functions in Patients with End Stage Renal Disease and their Effect after Hemodialysis.
To determine the pulmonary functions in patients with End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and the associated factors including the acute effects of hemodialysis. ⋯ Restrictive lung disease is the most common pulmonary dysfunction among ESRD patients. Factors associated with pulmonary dysfunctions were male gender and diabetes mellitus. Hemodialysis did not improve pulmonary functions. Key Words: ESRD, Pulmonary functions, Restrictive lung disease, Fluid overload.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Feb 2021
Predictive Value of Betatrophin for Determining the Cardiovascular Risks of Obese Individuals.
To determine cardiovascular risk factors, calculate cardiovascular risk, and the value of betatrophin, a novel biomarker in predicting the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in obese individuals. ⋯ Its significant relationship with the risk groups determined by the Framingham scoring system and triglyceride level is promising for betatrophin to be used as a new biomarker in predicting the CVD risk. Key Words: Betatrophin, Framingham score, Cardiovascular disease, Obesity, Risk.