Pak J Med Sci
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Our study was aimed to investigate the clinical characteristics of the patients with COVID-19 pneumonia and research new diagnostic methods for the disease. ⋯ Changes in WBC, lymphocyte, and platelet counts, as well as NLR, LMR and PLR are strongly associated with COVID-19 pneumonia. Monitoring blood markers may assist in evaluating the progression of the disease.
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To investigate the clinical value of contrast-enhanced CT combined with PET/CT in the differential diagnosis of mediastinal lymph node metastasis (MLNM) of non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC). ⋯ Contrast-enhanced CT combined with PET/CT in the diagnosis of MLNM of NSCLC presents higher coincidence rate, sensitivity and accuracy. With the increase in tumor malignancy, the enhancement degree and radioactive substance concentration increase. The two methods are synergistic and complementary in diagnosing MLNM.
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To determine the prevalence, risk factors for macrosomia and pregnancy outcome in women with gestational diabetes (GDM). ⋯ Fetal macrosomia is a common complication among GDM patients. Maternal obesity and poorly controlled diabetes are the common modifiable maternal factors contributing to macrosomia.
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To determine the association between the laboratory biomarkers (C-reactive protein (CRP), Ferritin, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), Procalcitonin, and D-dimer) with complications and in-hospital mortality in COVID-19 patients. ⋯ Serum CRP, ferritin, Procalcitonin, LDH, and D-dimer levels at the time of admission can predict complications like ARDS and MI and also predict mortality in COVID-19 infection. Serum LDH and D-dimer are the best amongst them for predicting mortality.
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In Pakistan, there is high incidence of congenital and hereditary anomalies (CA) which are a leading cause of infant mortality and morbidity. In order to elucidate the burden and biodemographic correlates of CA, this study was aimed to report the prevalence-pattern and phenotypic attributes of CA in the Hazara population of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. ⋯ The trend of CA and high incidence of sporadic cases observed in this cohort indicate that nongenetic factors may play a significant role in their etiology which could be minimized by improving the healthcare system.