Pak J Med Sci
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To explore the optimal ablation index (AI) parameters for radiofrequency catheter ablation (RA) for treating atrial fibrillation (AF). ⋯ Radiofrequency ablation of AF, guided by optimal AI combined with impedance, can minimize atrial injury, prevent atrial failure, promote the recovery of atrial function, reduces intraoperative cough, pain, and postoperative gastrointestinal discomfort and use of PPIs.
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To explore the correlation of anxiety levels of medical students measured before, during and after assessments with their performance in formative assessments. ⋯ Fluctuation in anxiety scores at different stages of assessments affects academic performance. Identification of the effect of anxiety may help improve the academic performance of medical students.
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To compare the efficacy of Vonoprazan based dual treatment versus PPI based treatment for the eradication of Helicobacter pylori infection. ⋯ VA-dual provides an acceptable eradication rate with fewer adverse events.
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The primary purpose of this study was to assess and report the perceived negative impact of long duty hours on education and personal well-being among medical trainees in the diagnostic radiology residency training program in Saudi Arabia. ⋯ The 24-hour duty system had a negative impact on radiology residents' education and personal well-being, especially for items related to the post-call day. Reforming duty hours should be considered to promote residents' well-being.
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To determine differential expression of microRNAs (miRNAs) in plasma of 2, 4, 6-Trinitrotoluene (TNT) exposed ordnance factory workers. ⋯ The study shows upregulation of all five miRNAs in TNT exposed subjects with no significant association of expression levels with age and working duration.