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Azhar A, Shahnoor S, Owais R, Shamat SF, Taimuri MA. Potential of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) as a non-invasive diagnostic tool to contain a global outbreak of malaria. Ir J Med Sci 2024; 193:831-832. [PMID: 37661202 DOI: 10.1007/s11845-023-03506-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Ayesha Azhar
- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, 74200, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, 74200, Pakistan.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, 74200, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, 74200, Pakistan
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Zamarud A, Shahnoor S, Maryyum A, Khan AM, Hassan KM, Ijaz A, Sayed R, Yoo K, Park DJ, Chang SD. Therapeutic approaches for spinal synovial sarcoma: a comprehensive review of the literature. J Neurosurg Spine 2024:1-8. [PMID: 38489819 DOI: 10.3171/2024.1.spine231184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Synovial sarcoma (SS) is a relatively rare type of soft-tissue sarcoma that is commonly treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, and palliative care. Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is an emerging approach that shows promise in treating CNS conditions, but it has not been studied for SS. The authors present a systematic review that explores the effectiveness of different treatments, with a focus on SRS, for managing spinal SS. METHODS A systematic PubMed search was conducted that covered studies from 1964 to 2022, yielding 70 relevant studies. Inclusion criteria encompassed primary and metastatic spinal SS, various treatment modalities, patient age 17 years or older, English-language studies, retrospective series, and case reports. Based on these criteria, 26 studies were included in this review and 44 were excluded. RESULTS Of the included studies, 15 patients from 9 studies were treated with surgical intervention followed by both conventional radiotherapy (RT) and chemotherapy, 10 patients from 10 studies were treated with surgery followed by RT, 5 studies comprising 8 patients were exclusively treated with surgery, 5 cases in 3 studies were treated with surgery plus concomitant chemotherapy, 4 patients in 2 studies were treated with SRS, and only 1 study reported treatment without surgery and with chemotherapy and RT. The median progression-free survival and overall survival periods observed in the SRS-treated patients were 37 months and 60 months, respectively, which were higher than those of any other treatment method or combination used. CONCLUSIONS The authors' study offers a thorough review of spinal SS treatments. They are hopeful that this will aid clinicians in informed decision-making for better patient outcomes.
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- Aroosa Zamarud
- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- 2Department of Surgery, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- 3Department of Surgery, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- 3Department of Surgery, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- 5Department of Surgery, Rahbar Medical & Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan; and
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- 6Department of Neurosurgery, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York
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- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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- 1Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford University, School of Medicine, Stanford, California
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Ghaffar S, Shahnoor S, Khan AM, Asif A, Fida M, Oduoye MO, Nafula WP. CRP Albumin Ratio: A novel noninvasive and cost-effective method for assessing the severity of acute pancreatitis. Health Sci Rep 2024; 7:e1801. [PMID: 38196567 PMCID: PMC10774490 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Revised: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 12/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024] Open
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Introduction Acute pancreatitis is a significant and potentially life-threatening gastrointestinal disorder that requires prompt and accurate diagnosis for effective treatment. Current diagnostic methods often involve expensive and inaccessible imaging studies, such as CT scans, limiting their utility in emergency settings and underserved areas. Aim This correspondence discusses an innovative and cost-effective approach to assessing the severity of acute pancreatitis, focusing on the C-Reactive Protein-Albumin Ratio (CAR). Methodology We searched relevant articles and studies from 2015 till date on PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar using these keywords: "C-Reactive Protein", "Albumin Ratio", "Acute pancreatitis", "Cost-effective", "Non-invasive", and "Severity". Result The CAR diagnostic method involves a simple blood test that measures the levels of C-Reactive Protein (CRP) and albumin, both commonly used markers for assessing inflammation. Elevated CRP and decreased albumin levels are indicative of inflammation, and the CAR has shown a strong positive correlation with the severity of acute pancreatitis. This method offers a non-invasive, time-efficient, and cost-friendly alternative to traditional diagnostic techniques. Conclusion The potential of CAR as an assessment tool for the severity of acute pancreatitis is highlighted, especially in resource-limited settings. This innovation holds promise for improving the timely and accurate diagnosis of acute pancreatitis, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing mortality rates.
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- Sania Ghaffar
- Department of Internal MedicineAyub Medical CollegeAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineDow University of Health SciencesKarachiPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineAyub Medical CollegeAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineAyub Medical CollegeAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineAyub Medical CollegeAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of Research at Medical Research Circle in BukavuDemocratic Republic of CongoBukavuCongo
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- Department of clinical medicineJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and TechnologyNairobiKenya
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Shaukat A, Mujeeb A, Shahnoor S, Nasser N, Khan AM. "Veozah (Fezolinetant): A Promising Non-Hormonal Treatment for Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause". Health Sci Rep 2023; 6:e1610. [PMID: 37808928 PMCID: PMC10551868 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 09/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Vasomotor symptoms (VMS) are a common and distressing experience during menopause, affecting a significant portion of women. Hormone therapy (HT) has been the traditional treatment, but its limitations and potential risks have led to the search foar non-hormonal alternatives. Recently, the FDA approved Veozah (Fezolinetant) as a promising nonhormonal solution for moderate to severe VMS in menopause. Veozah, an innovative neurokinin 3 (NK3) receptor antagonist, targets the disrupted thermoregulation underlying VMS. It modulates neural activity within the thermoregulatory center by crossing the blood-brain barrier, offering relief from hot flashes and night sweats. Clinical trials, including SKYLIGHT 1TM, SKYLIGHT 2TM, and SKYLIGHT 4TM, have established Fezolinemtant's efficacy and safety profile. The recommended dosage of one 45 mg tablet per day demonstrates proportional pharmacokinetics, with generally mild side effects that require regular monitoring. Fezolinetant's oral availability makes it a convenient and accessible option for women seeking relief from VMS, potentially improving their overall well-being.
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- Ayesha Shaukat
- Department of Internal MedicineDow University of Health SciencesKarachiPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineJinnah Sindh Medical UniversityKarachiPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineDow University of Health SciencesKarachiPakistan
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- Lebanese University Faculty of Medical SciencesDekwanehLebanon
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Shahnoor S, Mansha M, Farhat S, Maryyum A, Khan AN, Khan AM. Advancing precision oncology in metastatic colorectal cancer: The food and drug administration approval of foundation one liquid CDx as a companion diagnostic a correspondence. Rare Tumors 2023; 15:20363613231204798. [PMID: 37767464 PMCID: PMC10521303 DOI: 10.1177/20363613231204798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
Affiliation(s)
- Syeda Shahnoor
- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Medical Science, Lebanese University, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan
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Khan A, Khan KJ, Ghaza MA, Dave T, Shahnoor S, Khan AM, Oduoye MO, Nafula WP, Ubechu SC. Celebrating breakthrough in dental diagnostics: FDA approval of an AI model for diagnosis of periodontal diseases: A correspondence. Health Sci Rep 2023; 6:e1573. [PMID: 37732105 PMCID: PMC10507281 DOI: 10.1002/hsr2.1573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
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Periodontal diseases are prevalent and have significant implications for oral health and overall well-being. Current diagnostic methods have limitations in accuracy and standardization. The recent Food and Drug Administration approval of Videa Perio Assist (VPA), an AI model for diagnosing periodontal diseases, presents a breakthrough in dental diagnostics. VPA is a cloud-based, AI-powered software that automatically measures and visualizes bone levels associated with each tooth from radiographic images. Clinical testing has demonstrated VPA's efficacy in accurately diagnosing periodontal diseases with high sensitivity and specificity. The integration of AI in dentistry has the potential to revolutionize periodontal disease diagnosis, improve patient care, and enhance decision-making. However, further research, education, cost-effectiveness, and collaboration are essential for maximizing the benefits of AI in dental settings. The approval and implementation of VPA mark a significant advancement in dental diagnostics, paving the way for more effective solutions and a healthier global population.
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- Ayesha Khan
- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryPeshawar Dental CollegePeshawarPakistan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryAyub Dental SectionAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryPeshawar Dental CollegePeshawarPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineBukovinian State Medical UniversityChernivtsiUkraine
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- Department of Internal MedicineDow University of Health SciencesKarachiPakistan
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- Department of Internal MedicineAyub Medical CollegeAbbottabadPakistan
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- Department of ResearchAhmadu Bello UniversityZariaKaduna StateNigeria
- Department of ResearchMedical Research CircleBukavuD.R. Congo
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- Clinical MedicineJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and TechnologyNairobiKenya
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- Department of Social and Behavioral SciencesUniversity of Nigeria (UNN)NsukkaEnugu StateNigeria
- Department of Social and Behavioral SciencesYale UniversityNew HavenConnecticutUSA
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Khan AM, Shahnoor S, Khan H, Affendi M, Ghaddar SA. Celebrating a breakthrough: the first-ever FDA-approved treatment for geographic atrophy: a correspondence. Int J Surg 2023; 109:2559-2560. [PMID: 37195786 PMCID: PMC10442090 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Abdul Moiz Khan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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Abbasi HQ, Maryyum A, Khan AM, Shahnoor S, Oduoye MO, Wechuli PN. Advancing precision oncology in breast cancer: the FDA approval of elacestrant and Guardant360 CDx: a correspondence. Int J Surg 2023; 109:2157-2158. [PMID: 37485921 PMCID: PMC10389599 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2023] [Accepted: 03/05/2023] [Indexed: 07/25/2023]
Affiliation(s)
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- College of Medical Sciences, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
- Department of Medical Research Circle, Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
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Shahnoor S, Priya P, Khatri G. Intranasal COVID-19 vaccine: a modern vaccination approach. Int J Surg 2023; 109:43-44. [PMID: 36799789 PMCID: PMC10389236 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Accepted: 11/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
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Khan AM, Shahnoor S. iTEARS: a novel platform for using tears as potential disease biomarkers. Int J Surg 2023; 109:53-54. [PMID: 36799793 PMCID: PMC10389382 DOI: 10.1097/js9.0000000000000087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Accepted: 11/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Abdul Moiz Khan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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Ghaffar RA, Shahnoor S. Increased prevalence of HIV among Monkeypox patients - An alarming update. New Microbes New Infect 2022; 49:101039. [PMID: 36284774 PMCID: PMC9585887 DOI: 10.1016/j.nmni.2022.101039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2022] [Revised: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 10/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Shahnoor S, Ghaffar R, Taimuri MA. Re-emergence of vaccine-derived poliovirus in Israel, US, and UK – Call for promoting the use of novel oral polio vaccine. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 82:104778. [PMID: 36268292 PMCID: PMC9577968 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104778] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 09/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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- Corresponding author. Dow University of Health Sciences, Mission Rd, New Labour Colony Nanakwara, Karachi City, Sindh, 74200, Pakistan.
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Shahnoor S, Habiba U, Shah HH. “Do benzodiazepines have a future in treating acute vertigo". Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2022; 82:104623. [PMID: 36268441 PMCID: PMC9577516 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2022.104623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Shahid Khan MU, Hussain HG, Farooq M, Shahnoor S, Humayun M, Baig E, Cheema HA. The potential of virtual reality for rehabilitation intervention in females with breast cancer. Int J Surg 2022; 106:106940. [PMID: 36152921 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2022.106940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 09/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
Affiliation(s)
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- Department of Surgery, King Edward Medical University, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Surgery, King Edward Medical University, Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan.
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