Pak J Med Sci
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Fungal urinary tract infections due to Candida have increased significantly in recent years. Our research objective was to study Candida species in urine samples of patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs) associated with obstructive uropathy and to investigate the virulence factors of the isolated Candida. ⋯ Candida is an important cause of UTIs and obstructive uropathy is a major predisposing factor.
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To evaluate the relation between nephrin levels and preeclampsia severity by comparing serum and urine levels of nephrin in the severe and mild groups according to severity of associated intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) development. ⋯ Both serum and urine nephrin levels correlated with the severity of preeclampsia and IUGR development.
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To evaluate the effect of pan-retinal photocoagulation with Pattern Scan Laser (pascal)on best corrected visual acuity and central macular thickness in patients having proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR). ⋯ Laser PRP with Pattern scan laser alone in patients with combined presentation of PDR and DME is safe and effective.