Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons--Pakistan : JCPSP
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To determine the outcome of patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for treatment of upper urinary tract calculi (renal and ureteric), and to note role of double-J (DJ) stents in these patients. ⋯ ESWL is an effective procedure. Pre-ESWL stenting is associated with increased numbers of ESWL sessions and more complications.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Mar 2005
Comparative StudyFrequency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency in some ethnic groups of Pakistan.
To determine the frequency of G6PD deficiency in young healthy adult males of some ethnic groups in Pakistan. ⋯ Frequency of G6PD deficiency was 1.8% in young healthy adults with insignificant difference among various ethnic groups except in Pathans.
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J Coll Physicians Surg Pak · Aug 2004
Patients' views about physicians' spiritual role in medical practice.
To study patient perceptions with regard to spirituality in medical practice. ⋯ We have documented patient perceptions with regard to spirituality in medical practice. Such information has important implications for patient care and we strongly recommend further debate and research on the issue.