JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
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To determine the impact of a fast track area on emergency department crowding and its efficacy for non-urgent patients. ⋯ Owing to fast track, overcrowding in the emergency department was lessened. It also improved effectiveness and quality measures.
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To investigate if Neutrophil Gelatinase-associated Lipocalin can be used or not as a biochemical marker to determine the indications for emergency dialysis treatment. ⋯ Serum Neutrophil Gelatinase-associated Lipocalin level may be a determining parameter for indication of emergency haemodialysis.
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Tattoo is a popular cosmetic decoration, however several different tattoo-induced complication have been described. Several tattoo related cutaneous reactions such as allergic, granulomatous, lichenoid reactions, and infections have been reported. A 20 year-old male presented with multiple papules on the dragon shaped tattoo. ⋯ Tattoo has become increasingly popular among young people. People interested in tattoos should be informed on its related infections and complications during and following tattooing. Herein, we present this rare tattoo induced verru plane to point out tattoo related complications and its treatments.