Pak J Med Sci
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To compare the response between different doses of nebulized magnesium sulphate along with Salbutamol in children between two to 12 years of age with status asthmaticus. ⋯ While children with status asthmaticus managed using salbutamol, with or without nebulized MgSO4, showed improved clinical outcomes, combining salbutamol with higher dosages of nebulized MgSO4 resulted in even greater clinical improvement.Clinical Trial Registry: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04929626.
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To investigate the effect of self-developed Ye'an Analgetic Decoction/Jiawei Shaoyao Gancao Decoction on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) symptom scores and RLS Severity of patients with restless legs syndrome (RLS). ⋯ Self-developed Ye'an Analgetic Decoction/Jiawei Shaoyao Gancao Decoction leads to numerous benefits in the treatment of RLS, such as obviously ameliorating patients' clinical symptoms, reducing RLS severity, and improving their quality of life and sleep quality.
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Evaluation of contemporary disinfection techniques, Moringa Oleifera (M.Oleifera), Phycocyanin activated by photodynamic therapy (PDT), and Chitosan, on S.mutans survival rate and bond integrity of composite to carious-affected dentin (CAD). ⋯ Chitosan, Phycocyanin activated by PDT, and Moringa Oleifera extract exhibit potential as viable substitutes for chlorhexidine (CHX) in clinical settings, presenting the possibility of better eradication of S.mutans and greater adhesive strength to CAD.
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To determine predictors of cognitive impairment (CI) and its association with mortality in maintenance haemodialysis (MHD) patients. ⋯ CI was common in MHD patients. Factors affecting CI were increasing age, female gender, DM, unemployment and low education level. CI was not associated with mortality in MHD patients.
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Case Reports
ANCA-associated systemic vasculitis initially mimicking peripheral neuropathy in an elderly woman.
Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA)-associated systemic vasculitis (AASV) is a rare systemic immunological condition that predominantly impacts small arteries, veins, and capillaries, often leading to kidney damage and pulmonary injury. It is important to note that individuals primarily presenting with peripheral neuropathy (PN) are uncommon in AASV, which can result in significant misdiagnosis or undiagnosed cases. ⋯ This case highlights the significance of considering AASV as a potential cause of unexplained neurological symptoms. Timely identification and proper treatment are essential for improving the survival rate and functional prognosis of AASV patients.