Pak J Med Sci
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Ruminative thoughts play a significant role in the pathogenesis of disorders such as anxiety and depression. This study was conducted to investigate the impact of ruminative thoughts on the sexual functions of obese and non-obese women. ⋯ In this study, while addressing sexual health for both preobese, obese, and non-obese women, the importance of considering predisposing psychological factors is emphasized. It emphasizes the importance of ruminative thoughts and obesity on sexual functioning in women. Psychological well-being and body image perception emerge as critical elements in this relationship.
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To identify the association between the changes in intestinal microflora and renal function in patients with chronic renal failure (CRF). ⋯ Changes in intestinal microbiota are associated with a significant decrease in GFR and a marked increase in serum levels of renal function indicators, and alterations in the balance of intestinal microbiota may lead to further aggravation of the renal function damage in patients with CRF.
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To investigate the effect of flunarizine combined with ginkgo leaf extract and dipyridamole injection (GDI) on hemorheology of elderly patients with vertigo. ⋯ The combination of flunarizine and GDI in elderly patients with vertigo can effectively regulate hemodynamics of the patient, reduce the degree of vertigo, improve balance, and have a significant overall therapeutic effect without increasing the risk of adverse reactions.
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Esophageal liposarcoma is a rare type of tumor. This case report documents the presentation, diagnosis, and management of a 74-year-old male with a medical history including diabetes mellitus, asthma, and hypertension. The patient's primary complaint was dysphagia, accompanied by regurgitation and substantial weight loss over a six-month period. ⋯ Follow-up assessments demonstrated the absence of residual mass. Esophageal liposarcomas, though rare, should be considered in patients presenting with dysphagia or chest discomfort. Surgical resection is the mainstay of treatment, with the recommendation for extended postoperative surveillance given the limited available data regarding long-term prognosis.
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The objective of this study was to determine the frequency of different congenital cardiac defects co-existing in karyotypically proved Down syndrome population. It also highlighted the association between gender and pattern of congenital cardiac defects and gender as a risk factor. ⋯ The study concluded that most of Down syndrome cases and Down syndrome with congenital cardiac defects present to the hospital in infancy. Female cases are more prone to develop cardiac defects as compared to males. The manifestation of PDA (Patent Ductus Arteriosus) was significantly associated as an isolated anomaly in females and VSD (Ventricular Septal Defects) as isolated anomaly in males. Patent Ductus Arteriosus tend to co-exist most with ASD (Atrial Septal Defects) in female cases. Gender was not established as a risk factor for affecting the pattern of cardiac defects.