Pak J Med Sci
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To evaluate characteristics, indications, complications and outcome of obstetric patients admitted to ICU of tertiary care hospital in KPK, Pakistan. ⋯ Pre-eclampsia/Eclampsia is the commonest reason for intensive care admission, however PPH has the highest case fatality rate. The outcome of critically ill obstetric patients is dependent on complications and not primary underlying diagnosis.
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Case Reports
Seizures as the only presentation of Pulmonary Embolism in the absence of Respiratory Symptoms.
Pulmonary embolism is a life-threatening emergency. Seizure as the clinical presentation of pulmonary embolism is extremely rare. ⋯ Based on raised D-Dimers and echocardiography a provisional diagnosis of pulmonary embolism was made, which was confirmed on CT angiogram that showed bilateral saddle pulmonary embolism. Clinicians need to be aware that Pulmonary embolism is a possibility as the differential diagnosis for unexplained, new-onset of seizure activity.
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One key factor in determining endodontic treatment outcome is the clinicians' comprehension of tooth anatomy, as missed canals may harbor bacteria ultimately leading to apical periodontitis. The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of middle mesial canal (MMC) in Mandibular first molars (MFMs) of Saudi subpopulation. ⋯ The MMC is an uncommon occurrence with rare bilateral presentation in MFMs of Saudi population. Endodontists performing endodontic treatment in such subjects should mindfully investigate inter mesiobuccal- mesiolingual canals area for locating, negotiating, and managing any present MMC's.
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To investigate the effects of basic nursing combined with psychological intervention on treatment compliance, self-care ability, clinical efficacy, lung function and nursing satisfaction of patients with Influenza-A(H1N1). ⋯ Basic nursing combined with psychological intervention results in a variety of benefits in the treatment of patients with Influenza-A(H1N1), such as improved treatment compliance and self-care ability, ameliorated lung function, as well as enhanced treatment outcomes and nursing satisfaction, which needs to be promoted in clinical practice.
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To investigate the association of altered serum ferritin during pregnancy with chorioamnionitis and neonatal sepsis. ⋯ Differential serum ferritin during pregnancy may predict chorioamnionitis but does not correlate well with neonatal sepsis.