Objective: to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of operating theatre staff concerning CAUTI prevention at Health Sciences, Superior University, Lahore, Pakistan. Study Design: A Cross sectional Place Duration Study: cross-sectional study was performed with theater personnel, comprising physicians, nurses, technicians, Lahore. Methodology: standardized questionnaire employed assess participants' understanding causes, dangers, preventative measures; attitudes towards prevention;...

Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of combined suprascapular nerve block with axillary and intra-articular steroid injection for treatment adhesive capsulitis. Study Design: Cross sectional study Place Duration Study: Outpatient Department (OPD) Ghurki Hospital from April 3, 2024, to September 5, 2024. Methodology: Patients in Group A were subjected Ultrasound (USG) guided Selective Sensory Nerve Block (SSNB) conjunction Axillary (ANB), while patients B received Intra-Articular (IA)...

Objective: Cesarean section (C-section) is one of the most routinely performed surgical procedures globally, with anesthesia having a significant role in deciding maternal and newborn outcomes. Study Design: A Cross sectional study Place Duration Study: setting was Allied Health Sciences, Superior University, Lahore duration six months jan 2024 to june Methodology: This comparative included 100 women scheduled for elective C-sections, evenly divided into GA (n=50) SA groups. Demographic...

Objective: This multicenter cross-sectional study evaluates the clinical outcomes of modified Del Nido cardioplegia in adult and pediatric patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Study design: A Place Duration Study: Allied Health Sciences, Superior University, Lahore, duration was six months form jan 2024 to june Methodology: total 194 (60.8% adults, 39.2% pediatrics) were included, analyzing demographic data, intraoperative parameters, postoperative outcomes. Key metrics included CPB time,...

Objective: In order to manage pain, reduce post-operative delirium, and achieve peri-operative hemodynamic stability in patients having laparoscopic cholecystectomy, this study compared the efficacy of intravenous Paracetamol Dexmedetomidine. Study Design: Cross sectional Place Duration Study: conducted at National Hospital Lahore 6 months period time.from March-2024 Sep- 2024 Methodology: One hundred forty slated for elective cholecystectomy were randomly allocated receive either (Group P)...

Objective: This study sought to compare the haemodynamic responses laryngoscopy and tracheal intubation between Nalbuphine Midazolam assess their efficacy safety in clinical practice. Study Design: A Randomized Control Trial (RCT) Place Duration of Study: Department Anesthesia at Faculty Allied Health Sciences, Superior University, Lahore duration was six months from jan 2024 june Materials Methods: randomized controlled experiment performed Sciences involving 168 people, evenly split into...

Background: This study sought to discover factors impacting the prevalence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) delirium (PONV), which are common sequelae in diabetic patients after elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Objectives: To evaluate influencing nausea, vomiting, Study Design: A Cross-sectional Study. Place Duration Study: Department anesthesia Allied Health Sciences, Superior University, Lahore from Jan 2024 July 2024. Methodology: Six hundred thirty-three individuals who...

Background: The occurrence and intensity of PDPH can be affected by several factors, including the caliber spinal needle technique employed during anesthesia. Although median approach is conventionally used, paramedian may provide advantages in some instances. This study aims to assess incidence postdural puncture headache (PDPH) after anesthesia cesarean sections with 25G 27G needles via techniques. Materials Methods: six-month cohort at Health Net, Peshawar, analyzed 200 C-section...

Introduction: Maternal satisfaction and baby outcomes are key indications of spinal anesthesia cesarean section quality. This study examined mother neonatal in elective sections at Shah Medical Center, Swat. Methodology: Patients scheduled for were studied cross-sectionally. A standardized questionnaire maternal with pain management, preoperative information, anesthetic team support, overall experience. Neonatal assessed by APGAR ratings 1, 5, 7 minutes. Statisticians relationships between...

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder, affecting nearly 20% of the global population and contributing significantly to disability reduced quality life. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) plays crucial role in diagnosing lumbar spine pathologies due its ability detect soft tissue abnormalities, degenerative changes, nerve involvement. Early identification through MRI can help better clinical decision-making effective management LBP. Objective: This study aimed...

Abstract Importance Repurposing Ivermectin, a known anti-parasitic agent, for treating COVID-19 has demonstrated positive results in several studies. We aim to evaluate the benefit and risk of Ivermectin COVID-19. Methods conducted systematic search full-text manuscripts published from February 1, 2020, August 15th, 2021 focusing on therapy against The primary outcomes were mortality, need intensive care unit (ICU) admission; secondary - adverse effects, mechanical ventilation, viral...

In this study, we have identified multiple mutations in the IL-12R1 gene among Pakistani patients who inherited them through consanguineous marriages. These experienced severe Bacille-Calmette-Guérin (BCG) infection as well recurrent tuberculosis. We will demonstrate pivotal role of interleukin (IL)-12/interferon (IFN)-γ axis regulation mycobacterial diseases. First, checked patients' medical records, and then afterward, assessed interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) production ELISA. Following that, DNA...

Background and Aims: Increased use of digital devices in the modern era has led to development eye strain (DES) or computer vision syndrome their users. This can result various ocular visual symptoms among them. In this study, we aimed view prevalence radiology physicians Pakistan associated risk factors. Materials Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted evaluate occupational DES Pakistan. The data collection done using convenience sampling technique, were analyzed IBM SPSS for...

Lead (Pb(II)) ions in water pose a significant threat to both human health and aquatic ecosystems. Various approaches have been employed for wastewater treatment, but adsorption is often preferred due its effectiveness. However, practical application limited by the large quantities of adsorbent required, which consequently increases operational costs. In this study, orange-modified iron-oxide nanoparticles (O-Fe 3 O 4 ) are synthesized from agro-waste mass (orange peel), experiments were...

Elevators are surfaces of flight control, typically at the rear an aircraft to control pitch plane, angle attack and wing lift. The most critical actuation device is longitudinal its failures will result in a catastrophic crash. This paper proposes Highly Redundant Fault Tolerant Control (HRFTC) policy for accommodate faults sensors actuators. Modified Triple Modular Redundancy (MTMR) has been proposed Dual (DR) working laws, pilot order, signal conditioning, failure elaborated. Furthermore,...

Immunotherapy, specifically the use of checkpoint inhibitors such as pembrolizumab, has become an important tool in personalized cancer therapy. These target proteins on T-cells that regulate immune response against tumor cells. Pembrolizumab, which targets programmed cell death 1 receptor T-cells, been approved for treatment metastatic melanoma and non-small lung cancer. However, it can also lead to immune-related side effects, including pneumonitis, colitis, thyroid abnormalities, rare...

Introduction: The impact of direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) on the development hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is controversial and a part scientific community believes it as biased interpretation data. Many studies have reported an aggressive pattern HCC after DAA use. In this study, we attempted to assess changes in treatment with DAAs or PI (PEG, pegylated-interferon). Methods: A total 37 patients 21 were included. diagnosis was made information about demographics, infiltrative...

<title>Abstract</title> Background Breast-cancer-related morbidity and mortality has been shown to be decreased by the implementation of worldwide-accepted screening guidelines, appropriate education training health professionals on risk identification screening. This study aims determine significance educational sessions in improving professionals’ knowledge about breast cancer, particularly modalities that can optimalise patient outcomes. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted...

Introduction: Stigma is a label that differentiates person from others and associates them with unenviable attributes. There are various forms of stigma: enacted stigma, perceived self-stigma manifesting as stereotyping harboring negative thoughts about the stigmatized group. Stigmatization drug abuser leads to effects such low self-esteem, depression, personality changes in stigmatized. Objectives: The purpose study know impact stigma on patients receiving substance abuse treatment...