Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Nov 2021
Case ReportsAdult Retroperitoneal Mature Cystic Teratoma Masquerading as Non-Endocrine Primary Adrenal Tumor.
Teratomas belong to non-seminomatous germ cell tumors and originate from totipotent germ cells. They are mostly made up of tissues derived from all three layers, i.e., endoderm, mesoderm and ectoderm. They can be mature teratomas, which are benign or immature teratomas, having malignant potential. ⋯ She was found to have a large retroperitoneal mass in adrenal region producing mass effect on intestines. Later on, it was discovered to be mature cystic teratoma on histopathological evaluation. Key Words: Mature teratoma, Adrenal gland, Retroperitoneum.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Nov 2021
Serum Amino Acid Levels and Mortality in Patients Undergoing Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy.
To evaluate the effect of feeding via percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube (PEG) on serum amino acid levels and mortality. ⋯ The amino acid profiles of malnourished patients vary considerably. Increase in citrulline, ornithine and tyrosine levels are noted in surviving patients. Key Words: Amino acid, Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, Malnutrition, Mortality.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Nov 2021
Observational StudyFrequency of Specific Genes in Different Types of Epilepsy.
To determine the diagnostic importance of using an exome-based multigene panel in childhood epilepsy. ⋯ Genetic testing is an important tool for clinicians in determining the diagnosis, management, and treatment strategies of epilepsy patients. Key Words: Epilepsy, Diagnostic yield, Exome-based multigene panel, Next-generation sequencing, Seconder findings.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Nov 2021
The Medial and Posterior Compression of the Distal Femoral Vein: An Underused Approach to Detect Venous Thrombosis.
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