Pak J Med Sci
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To compare the outcome of non-operative treatment (NOT) with antibiotics versus surgical management of uncomplicated appendicitis in children. ⋯ In this study, success of NOT was 84% so a trial of NOT in cases of uncomplicated appendicitis should be considered in children.
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2019-nCoV has become a global threat to human health. The primary objective of this study was to examine the hepatic damage in 2019-nCoV infected patients and the associated underlying causes. ⋯ Liver function anomalies are one of the common symptoms associated with the COVID-19 infection, where virus-replication in the liver cells, virus-induced inflammatory response, and administration of clinical medication could be the plausible reason.
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To observe the effects of vaginal discharge during pregnancy on maternal and fetal outcomes. ⋯ Pathological vaginal discharge (PVD) during pregnancy is more frequent and is associated with adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes.