Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Oct 2020
Effect of COVID-19 on the Working of a Tertiary Care Hospital.
To evaluate the effect of COVID-19 on the working of a tertiary care hospital. ⋯ There had been a decrease in the number of patients presenting to the hospital across the board with the most marked increase being in elective surgeries. Key Words: COVID-19, Hospital working, Patient load, Elective surgery.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Oct 2020
Surgical Management of Penetrating Duodenal Injury: Role of Primary Repair.
To evaluate the outcome of primary repair in penetrating duodenal injuries. ⋯ Associated intra-abdominal organ and vascular injuries were predictive factors of overall mortality in duodenal injuries. Duodenum-related mortality was low, for this reason minimally invasive procedures such as primary repair will be more accurate in surgical management of penetrating duodenal injuries. Key Words: Duodenal injury, Primary repair, Surgical management.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Oct 2020
ReviewReorganising for COVID-19 Pandemic: A Review of Structural Modifications by the Department of Internal Medicine in Low to Middle-income Countries.
Scientists classified the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) as a novel coronavirus on January 7, 2020. The World Health Organization (WHO) acknowledged the SARS-CoV-2 outburst a public health emergency of international concern on January 30, 2020. ⋯ This article aims to describe the measures and structural changes undertaken by the Internal Medicine Department, Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), Karachi, Pakistan. Key Words: COVID-19, Internal medicine, Structural modifications, Pandemic.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Oct 2020
ReviewPreparing for a Pandemic: Our Plans and Lessons Learnt as a Department in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
This is a descriptive article aiming to present and analyse the steps of preparedness and troubleshooting of problems faced at operating rooms and intensive care unit during the ongoing coronavirus infectious disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, a tertiary care hospital in Ireland from February 2020 to March 2020. Concerning preparation, we reviewed all aspects of our clinical and potential logistic issues and their accessible solutions in times of limited resources. ⋯ We found good communication and training as critical factors in the preparation for a pandemic. Key Words: COVID-19, Pandemic, Preparation, Challenges.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Oct 2020
Randomized Controlled TrialEffectiveness of Teaching with Visualisation Table in Comparison to Traditional Lecture in Anatomy Department, Jinnah Sindh Medical University.
To determine the effectiveness of Sectra visualisation table (SVT) in a public sector setup and to compare the traditional (TRAD) lecture with SVT-aided teaching in terms of learning outcomes and students' perception regarding SVT. ⋯ SVT cannot totally replace traditional lecture, although it is a promising tool which can be introduced in the curriculum to enrich the learning experience of students. Key Words: Traditional method, Sectra visualisation table, MCQs test, Feedback, Learning style.