Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2021
Observational StudyInitial Ca 125 Value as a Predictive Marker for High-grade Serous Ovarian Cancer.
To determine the relevance between the cut-off level of cancer antigen 125 (CA 125) level and long-term prognosis in high-grade serous ovarian cancer (HGSCs). ⋯ Initial CA 125 level appeared to be of beneficial clinical predictive value for HGSC. Key Words: Initial CA 125, Tumor marker, High-grade serous ovarian cancer, Disease-free survival, Overall survival, Predictive value.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2021
Safety and Efficacy of Flexible Ureterorenoscopy Surgery in Different Age Groups.
To comparatively investigate the efficacy, safety and complications of flexible ureterorenoscopy (f-URS) in the treatment of patients of different age groups (<60, 60-74 and ≥75 years) with proximal ureteral and kidney stones. ⋯ It was clearly demonstrated that f-URS could be used as a safe and effective alternative for the treatment of moderate-size kidney stones in all age groups. Key Words: Elderly, Geriatric patients, RIRS, Holmium laser lithotripsy, Urolithiasis, Safety, Efficacy.
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Spermatocytic tumor is a rare germ cell tumor not related to germ cell neoplasia in situ, and derived from postpubertal-type germ cells. It was previously called "Spermatocytic Seminoma" due to false belief of its origin from germ cell neoplasia in situ. The tumor usually occurs in an older age group and orchidectomy is curative. ⋯ Radiology revealed a 9.8 × 9 cm testicular mass and the patient underwent right-sided orchidectomy. Microscopic examination showed classic morphology with three characteristic cell types and diagnosis of spermatocytic tumor was made. Key Words: Spermatocytic tumor, testis, young.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2021
Observational StudyRelationship between Pleth Variability Index and the Occurrence of Hypotension during Epidural Anesthesia for Cesarean Section.
To determine the predictive effect of pleth variability index（PVI）before anesthesia on hypotension after epidural anesthesia in cesarean section parturient women. ⋯ The PVI and HR values before anesthesia have certain value in predicting hypotension after epidural anesthesia in cesarean section. PVI value before epidural anesthesia has more clinical significance than the HR. Key Words: Pleth variability index (PVI, Heart rate (HR), Epidural anesthesia, Cesarean, Hypotension.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2021
Comparison of Balloon Trocar versus Telescopic Dissection Method for TEP Inguinal Hernia Repair.
To compare the outcomes between two methods of dissection (balloon trocar vs. telescopic dissection) used in total extra-peritoneal (TEP) inguinal hernia repair. ⋯ Telescopic dissection was cheaper than balloon dissection. The bleeding values and operating time were similar between the two methods, but telescopic dissection caused more postoperative pain. Key Words: Inguinal hernia, Telescopic dissection, Balloon dissection, Total extra-peritoneal (TEP) surgery.