Pak J Med Sci
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To evaluate common endocrine responses of the patients hospitalized with COVID 19 Infection at Hayatabad Medical Complex Peshawar. ⋯ The findings of the results suggest an appropriate response of endocrine system to covid infection. The amount of cortisol and TSH changes were also associated with the severity of sickness.
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To compare the efficacy of 0.05% cyclosporine A (CsA) eye drops (II) and 3% Diquafosol ophthalmic solution (DQS) in the treatment of dry eye (DE) after cataract surgery (CS). ⋯ Compared to the conventional treatment alone, the addition of 3% DQS or 0.05% CsA eye drops (II) to the conventional treatment both are effective and might more effectively alleviate DE in patients undergoing CS.
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To explore the hepatoprotective effect of diammonium glycyrrhizinate (DG) in the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis. ⋯ In the treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis, combining DG with conventional anti-tuberculosis regimen can improve overall intervention effect, reduce incidence of liver injury, and alleviate its degree.
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This meta-analysis aimed to investigate daily versus intermittent iron supplementation among children. ⋯ Daily supplementation increased hemoglobin more compared to weekly or twice/week among children with iron deficiency anemia. Further larger studies assessing tolerance and compliance are needed.