Pak J Med Sci
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To evaluate the effects of ganciclovir combined with recombinant human interferon on clinical efficacy and immune function of children with infectious mononucleosis(IM). ⋯ Ranciclovir combined with recombinant human interferon-α1b, rapid improvements of clinical symptoms, significantly decreased inflammatory cytokines, improved T-lymphocyte function and no significant increase in adverse drug reactions were found in children with IM.
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To investigate the pathogen distribution and clinical characteristics of acute community-acquired lower respiratory tract infections (CALRTIs). ⋯ Acute community-acquired lower respiratory tract infections(CALRTIs) take bacteria, viruses and atypical pathogens as its leading pathogenic bacteria. In the treatment of patients with acute CALRTIs, early pathogenic examination should be performed to assist in guiding antibiotic therapy for rapid control, early recovery and ameliorated clinical outcomes.
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To determine the clinical spectrum, neuroimaging findings, and outcome of Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) in children. ⋯ The clinical presentation of ADEM is variable, but the most common symptoms are fever, headache, and altered consciousness. Despite generally favorable outcome, long-term monitoring revealed that patients may experience motor deficits, seizures, cognitive impairment, and academic difficulties.
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To investigate the association of altered serum ferritin during pregnancy with chorioamnionitis and neonatal sepsis. ⋯ Differential serum ferritin during pregnancy may predict chorioamnionitis but does not correlate well with neonatal sepsis.
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This study was aimed to determine the various factors which could serve as predictor of saving of lower limb from amputation in patients with diabetic foot ulcer (DFU). ⋯ DFU which were of grade I to II, had no evidence of osteomyelitis and for which an initial decision was of no amputation were more likely to be salvaged.