Intravenous albumin in treatment of acute on chronic liver failure: Can it be an option for resource constrained situation

Introduction The Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL) defines ACLF as an acute hepatic insult manifesting as jaundice (serum bilirubin >5mg/dl) and coagulopathy (INR>1.5) complicated within 4 weeks by clinical ascites and/or encephalopathy in patients with previously diagnosed or undiagnosed chronic liver disease, associated with high 28-day mortality {1}. The etiology … Read more

Correlation of Mizaj (Temperament) with Clinical Outcomes in the Treatment of Kasrat-e-Tams (Heavy Menstrual Bleeding) Using Unani Pharmacopeial Formulation QursHabis

Introduction Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB), known as Kasrat-e-Tams in Unani medicine, represents a significant gynaecological concern affecting 4-51.6% of women globally, with a substantial impact on their physical, social, emotional, and material quality of life [1]. The variation in prevalence reflects both the multicultural nature of study populations and the subjective nature of the condition, … Read more

Intradialytic Hypertension and the Impact of Reduced Dialysate Sodium: A Prospective Observational Study

Introduction End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESRD) represents the terminal stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and is characterized by the irreversible loss of renal function. For most patients with ESRD, renal replacement therapy becomes essential for survival, with hemodialysis (HD) remaining the most widely employed modality worldwide. Over the last several decades, HD has significantly improved … Read more

Incidence of Vertebral Fracture in Iraqi Osteoporotic Patients

Introduction Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterised by reduced bone mass and microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue, resulting in increased bone fragility and a higher risk of fractures. This issue constitutes a significant global public health challenge, affecting an estimated 200 million women globally and resulting in considerable morbidity, mortality, and economic impact. Fragility … Read more

A Prospective Study Comparing Bacterial and Viral Tonsillitis, Diagnostic Pattern and Therapeutic Outcomes

INTRODUCTION: Tonsillitis, defined as inflammation of the palatine tonsils, remains a prevalent condition and accounts for 1.3% of outpatient consultations. In uncomplicated cases, it commonly presents with a sore throat and is most often attributable to either bacterial or viral pathogens. Clinical evaluation is sufficient for diagnosing acute tonsillitis; however, differentiating between bacterial and viral … Read more

Role of a Medication on Hypertension and Positive Affect on a Baby’s Birth Weight

Introduction Hypertension during pregnancy, particularly gestational hypertension and preeclampsia, remains a significant contributor to adverse perinatal outcomes, including low birth weight and preterm delivery [1]. Effective management of maternal blood pressure is essential not only for maternal health but also for optimal fetal growth and development [19-22]. While antihypertensive medications are routinely prescribed to control … Read more

Nanostructured Therapeutics in Inflammation-Associated Cancer: From Molecular Design to Clinical Potential

Introduction Nanoparticles, long before their modern scientific conceptualization, have played a historical role in human culture, appearing in ancient glassware, medicines, and pigments as early as the 9th century [1]. The scientific framework of nanotechnology was formally introduced by Richard Feynman in his 1959 lecture “There’s Plenty of Room at the Bottom”, laying the foundation … Read more

Tebuconazole induced oxidative stress and histopathological alterations in muscle of Cyprinus carpioL.: Protective efficacy of propolis as a natural antioxidant

With the global population rising rapidly, our food systems are facing mounting pressure. By 2050, agricultural production must increase substantially to meet the growing demand for food [1]. Agriculture, which remains the backbone of food security, now struggles under a host of challenges: shrinking arable land, degrading soil quality, rising pest resistance, labour shortages, and … Read more

Minimum Access Endoscopic Brow Lift with Deep Temporal

The face is the focal point of human beauty. Although various factors influence facial beauty, the ageing process is the most common aspect prompting surgical intervention. A forehead lift procedure results in several improvements to the ageing face. It raises the eyebrow to a more youthful level, ameliorates the transverse and vertical wrinkles, and pens … Read more

The Risk of Post Cesarean Surgical Site Infection in Meconium stained amniotic fluid

Introduction: Birth of a fetus through incision in the abdominal wall and uterine wall. This definition is not applied to the removal of the fetus from the abdominal cavity in the case of uterine rupture or abdominal pregnancy. Rarely, hysterotomy is performed on a woman who has just died or in whom death is expected … Read more