Pak J Med Sci
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Radiology emerged as one of the frontline clinical services in the COVID-19 pandemic. This audit study aimed to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on the radiological services in a tertiary care hospital in terms of workload and case mix. ⋯ COVID-19 and resultant movement restrictions, although they did lead to a reduction in overall radiology work volume, were compensated by an increase in the number of studies performed through emergency and for management of COVID-19 infection.
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To evaluate and compare the effects of redo percutaneous mitral valvuloplasty with initial percutaneous mitral valvuloplasty (PMV) in mitral restenosis (MR) and de novo mitral stenosis (MS) patients, respectively. ⋯ Redo PMV for MR when performed after successful initial PMV is effective, has considerable rate of procedural success, which is achieved with a complication rate less as compared to initial PMV for de novo mitral stenosis.
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To investigate the clinical efficacy of exposure enhancement technique and femoral condyle pushing technique applying in the posterior horn of the medial meniscus of the knee. ⋯ Exposure enhancement technique and femoral condyle pushing technique in the repair of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus presents satisfactory efficacy. It can improve the pain and activity of the knee, and enhance the stability of residual meniscus. Therefore, it is worth promoting.
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Emergency medicine has transitioned from developing to a developed specialty in Pakistan. It is gaining recognition in the national and international arena. Residency in emergency medicine is a tough pathway in which a resident learns and is assessed at multiple levels. ⋯ The selection process was traditionally based on seniority and academic achievements with no consideration for soft skills. In the current write-up, we are proposing an evidence-base sequential chief resident selection process called Chief Resident Election of Emergency Department (CREED). The program was developed keeping in consideration the traditional method of election and interviews with the incorporation of reflexive, leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
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To investigate the clinical efficacy and safety of directional dilation in transurethral columnar balloon dilation of the prostate (TUCBDP), and summarize relevant experience. ⋯ Directional dilation is improved in TUCBDP as having the advantages of safety and effectiveness, and it is worthy of clinical promotion.