Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2024
Observational StudyClinico-Biochemical Spectrum of Pakistani Patients with Glutaric Aciduria Type 1 (GA1): Experience from a Specialised Biochemical Genetics Laboratory in Pakistan.
To evaluate the clinical, radiological, and biochemical features of glutaric aciduria Type 1 (GA1) patients identified through urine organic acid testing at a biochemical genetics laboratory (BGL) in Pakistan. ⋯ Glutaric aciduria Type 1 (GA1), Brain imaging, UOA analysis, Glutaryl-CoA dehydrogenase (GCDH), Pakistan.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2024
Tracheobronchial Foreign Body in Children with an Insidious Medical History.
This study explored the clinical features of tracheobronchial foreign bodies (TFB) in children lacking both a foreign body aspiration history and bronchial cut-off signs on imaging. This study was conducted between 2011 and 2021, including 45 children without a choking history or tracheal interruption on CT scans. Common symptoms were cough and wheezing (91.1%, 41 cases), followed by decreased breath sounds (55.6%, 25 cases), rales (48.9%, 22 cases), and wheezing (42.2%, 19 cases). ⋯ Vegetable matter was the most frequent foreign body type (75.6%, 34 cases), primarily located in the right main bronchus (31.1%) and left lower lobe bronchus (22.2%). TFB in children with obscure medical histories presents non-specifically, highlighting bronchoscopy's pivotal role in diagnosis and treatment. Key Words: Bronchoscope, Paediatrics, Tracheobronchial foreign body, Diagnosis.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2024
The Short-Term Results of the Modified Concentric-Needle Technique for Single-Puncture Arthrocentesis: A Preliminary Study.
To determine the clinical applicability of the modified concentric cannula technique (CCT), focusing on the duration of the arthrocentesis, the number of reposition of cannula, and the occurrence of complications. ⋯ Arthrocentesis, Temporomandibular joint disorder, Temporomandibular joint.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2024
The Elderly's Limited Awareness of Advanced-Way Dental Procedures Hinders Access to Treatment, Resulting in Persistent Pain and Unmet Dental Needs in Pakistan.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Jun 2024
Observational StudyTherapeutic Efficacy, Safety and Predictive Indicators of Eribulin Plus Anti-Angiogenic Medicine for Metastatic Breast Cancer.
To evaluate the efficacy and safety of eribulin plus anti-angiogenic medicine in metastatic breast cancer (MBC), and explore the potential biomarkers. ⋯ Metastatic breast cancer, Eribulin, Anti-angiogenic therapy, Predictive indicators of efficacy.