Pak J Med Sci
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To translate and validate the suicide risk scale for medical inpatients in the Urdu language. ⋯ The Urdu version of the suicide risk scale for medical inpatients was found to be a reliable and valid instrument for assessing suicide risk in medical inpatients in Pakistani culture.
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To compare open and laparoscopic outcomes of adult Type-I congenital choledochal cysts. ⋯ Laparoscopic cyst resection combined with Roux-en-Y hepaticojejunostomy is associated with lower extent of trauma, faster recovery, less inflammation, and fewer complications than open surgery in adult patients with Type-I congenital choledochal cysts.
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To compare the clinical effect, safety, and cosmetic effect of lymph node dissection via endoscopic thyroidectomy and open surgery in the treatment of papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC). ⋯ Endoscopic thyroidectomy for PTC is safe and effective, with mild stress response, fewer postoperative complications, and good cosmetic effect.
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Repeated outbreaks of cholera have occurred in Karachi. Changing patterns in seasonality, serotypes and antibiotic resistance have been observed in these outbreaks. Recently, in the year 2022, a surge of cholera cases has been reported from Karachi during the months of April-June. This study aimed to identify clinical features, antibiotic susceptibility, complications, and response to treatment of V. cholerae infection among children attending Indus hospital, Karachi. ⋯ In present study all V. cholerae isolates belonged to the O1 Ogawa serotype that showed complete susceptibility to tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, and azithromycin. Dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and renal impairment were the most common complications observed. Drinking unboiled water was identified as a potential source of cholera in most children. Therefore, advocacy of hygienic practices and disinfection of water supplies is recommended to prevent future cholera outbreaks.