Pak J Med Sci
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We aimed to assess the role of zoledronic acid (ZOL) on the risk of fracture and bone mineral density (BMD) in women with osteoporosis. ⋯ Zoledronic acid (ZOL) could be used as a safe and effective method for female with osteoporosis.
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Case Reports
Coagulopathy associated with cell salvage transfusion following cerebrovascular surgery.
A 35-year-old man was scheduled for dural arteriovenous fistula resection for vascular malformation under general anesthesia and a cell saver device was employed. The patient suffered from massive bleeding for the rupture of arteriovenous malformations from the beginning of the operation and 1000 mL cell-saved blood was transfused. After autologous blood transfusion and fluid resuscitation, blood oozed significantly from the surgical wounds, and the administration of cryoprecipitate and fibrinogen has no effect. ⋯ The activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) and the thrombin time (TT) of the postoperative venous blood was 18.9 s and 53.6 s respectively. Two days later, the APTT and the TT decreased to 12.1 s and 32.7 s without special treatment. The patient was discharged home without complications and well follow-up.
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To investigate the work-related musculoskeletal symptoms among building construction workers. ⋯ Building construction occupation is a prolific source of musculoskeletal ailments and complaints were significantly increased with long-term working duration in building construction industry.
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To analyze the clinical effects and safety of carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and carotid artery stenting (CAS) in the treatment of high-risk carotid stenosis patients. ⋯ The efficacies and safety of CAS and CEA are similar in treating high-risk carotid stenosis patients.
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To determine rate of nasal colonization in Patients suffering from bacteraemia caused by methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus. ⋯ Nasal colonization rates with MRSA were high among patients suffering from MRSA bacteraemia especially in those undergoing dialysis or surgical procedures. Therefore, screening and nasal decolonization should be practiced in hospitals.