Protein S (PS) is a vitamin K-dependent anticoagulants and participates as a cofactor for activated protein C (APC) for inactivating factors Va and VIIIa. Deficiency of PS is associated with increased thromboembolic risk in the venous and arterial systems. More recently, FPS deficiency has gained recognition as a possible risk factor for ischemic stroke. Because of the presence of a pseudogene and two different forms of PS in plasma, a bound and a free form, it is one of the most difficult thrombophilia’s to study. Case reportshave suggested that familial FPS deficiency may play a causative role in young patients with cryptogenic stroke. We present a case of 7-year-old boy admitted with right side hemiplegia having a history similar attack at the age of 1 year. Laboratory finding showed that low level of total protein S. The patient was treated with intravenous heparin and discharged with improved condition by oral anticoagulant.
Periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, and in the placement of dental implants. Periodontists are also experts in the treatment of oral inflammation.
We have grown up in a culture where respecting elders and valuing their wisdom and knowledge was one of the vital values that were ingrained in every child’s mind.
Recent advancements in the medical science promoted good health practice in developed nations however the developing countries like Pakistan are struggling with their debilitated health care system which has malformed the patients
This opinion is geared towards determining the requirements to revolutionize the curriculum of clinical pharmacy in the undergraduate pharmacy teaching institutes in Pakistan.
Polypharmacy is the use of more drugs than clinically indicated. It has become a growing problem as it is associated with negative medical and economic consequences such as increased risk of drug interactions, side effects as well as high medication costs.
Primary angiosarcoma of the breast is extremely rare that accounts for 0.04 % of all malignant breast tumours usually occurring in the third to fourth decade and occurs almost exclusively in the female breast, with only five cases of male breast angiosarcoma reported in the literature.
Globally, cut throat injuries account for approximately 5% to 10% of all traumatic injuries. The distinction between homicidal, suicidal and accidental wounding is a central issue for forensic experts.
An inter-arm blood pressure difference of more than 15 mm Hg (IAD) is associated with increased cardiovascular events and premature mortality. IAD is common in hypertensive patients.
Probiotics have been defined as live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer health benefits upon the host. Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are the most common species ascribed with the probiotic properties.
During instrumentation of the root canal, it is important to develop a continuously tapered form and to maintain the original shape and position of the apical foramen. The presence of curvatures in the root canal may cause difficulty in root canal instrumentation.
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia due to absolute or relative deficiency of insulin. Many factors have been implicated in etiology of diabetes like genetics, lifestyle, physical activity, nutritional, hormonal and environmental factors.
Protein S (PS) is a vitamin K-dependent anticoagulants and participates as a cofactor for activated protein C (APC) for inactivating factors Va and VIIIa.Deficiency of PS is associated with increased thromboembolic risk in the venous and arterial systems.
One of the important tasks in cosmetic dentistry is to create harmonious proportions between the widths of maxillary anterior teeth when replacing these teeth. The “golden proportion” is a guideline introduced in this field.
A prospective study over a 3-year period was undertaken in our private clinic to study the pattern of ACUTE ANAL FISSURE in patients.
Metaplastic breast carcinoma is a heterogeneous group of uncommon malignant entities. It is thought to constitute between 0.2 to 5% of all breast cancers.
There is no question regarding the importance of healthy sports in quality health promotion and health care advisers stress upon the need to indulge in sports.
Backpack plays a vital role in every student’s school life but how do they affect one’s spine. Symptoms of back pain are the second leading reason expressed by patients in the United States for consulting physicians.
Energy drinks are a source of instant joie de vivre and a drink of the new generation. However, the harmful effects pose a threat to the individuals as it has the potential to cause ADRs related to the cardiovascular system
Tea is considered to be the highly consuming beverage in the world besides water. A sip of tea brings an instant energy and a feel of calm and relaxation to a hectic day. It is available in different forms out of which black, oolong and green tea are most popular.
This study was carried out to determine the frequency and distribution of ABO and Rhesus (Rh) blood groups in blood donors of tertiary care hospital-attached blood bank, Rangareddy district of Telangana State, India.
Facial nerve palsy complicates 7% of the temporal bone fractures. However in majority of the cases post traumatic facial nerve paralysis is unilateral. It is rare to develop bilateral facial nerve palsy after trauma.
Metaplastic breast carcinoma is a heterogeneous group of uncommon malignant entities. It is thought to constitute between 0.2 to 5% of all breast cancers.
Health is an asset to human being, his community and has come to be regarded as prerequisite to socio economic development. The health of Indian women is intrinsically linked to their status in society.
The soft tissue covering the cranial vault forms the scalp. Which extends from supra orbital margins, anteriorly; external occipital protuberance and superior nuchal lines, posteriorly; and superior temporal lines laterally.
Quality is one of very important concept in medical sciences more so in super specialty like Neurosurgical delivery systems. Like other medical fields quality concepts were brought intentionally in neurosurgical field as well.
Safe conducts of procedures in medical science practice are the need of the day and are very much in demand by the patients which are also obligatory by law.
It is important that proper environment is created and maintained in surgery operation theatre area for prevention of hospital acquired infections and optimal outcomes in all neurosurgical cases.
Hemangiopericytomas are uncommon central nervous system tumors of vascular origin. Surgery followed by radiotherapy is the mainstay of treatment. These tumors are known to recur locally and distant metastases are reported.
Lead is ubiquitous in the environment and has been associated with cardiovascular mortality and cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide.
Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory process affecting the surrounding soft and hard tissue around a functional dental implant, which leads to bone loss and loosening of implant.
The present study was undertaken to know the bacteriology of mucosal type of chronic otitis media. Further the effect of commonly used topical ear drops i.e ciprofloxacin and ofloxacin was compared with commonly prescribed oral antibiotics (amoxicillin clavulinic acid and ciprofloxacin) on resolution of otorrhea.
Cardiovascular disease is a general term that describes a number of conditions affecting the structure and function of heart. It includes various ailments of heart or blood vessels such as coronary heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis, heart failure and arterial diseases etc.
A health care system is deemed to treat patients and targets positive health outcomes and this treatment plan aimed at augmenting positive patient outcomes is executed by health care professionals
As always, Ziauddin University remains a pioneer in introducing innovations in academia and promoting quality education whether that be the innovative clinical pharmacy clerkship program introduced by its Faculty of Pharmacy, PBL sessions by Faculty of Medicines or a full fledge media channel
The purpose of this reflection is to help all the newly admitted students who have just started their undergraduate academic career in a pharmacy institute and are in utter depression
