Transomental Hernia: Rare Presentation in a Virgin Abdomen.

Internal hernias are characterized by the protrusion of abdominal viscera through congenital or acquired apertures within the abdominal cavity and are a recognized etiology of intestinal obstruction. Internal hernias can cause symptoms ranging from mild abdominal discomfort to complete intestinal obstruction. Transomental hernias are often associated with postoperative anatomical changes and are rare in patients without prior abdominal surgeries.

Emerging Trends in Lung Cancer Presentation at a Leading Tertiary Oncology Center and the Need for Lung Cancer Screening in Pakistan.

Background Lung cancer is a significant global health concern, with Pakistan lacking a national cancer registry. Methods A retrospective study analyzed 345 lung cancer patients at Shifa International Hospital from 2018 to 2020. Demographics, symptoms, cancer stage, site, and histological types were assessed using descriptive statistics and Pearson's chi-square test.

Clear aligner therapy and symptoms of temporomandibular disorders: a case report.

The etiology of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) is remarkably diverse. This case report highlights the use of clear aligners as a probable cofactor of TMD in an adult patient. A 56-year-old woman who presented with a chief concern of crowding was missing teeth in both arches and had generalized tooth wear, an indistinct history of temporomandibular joint musculoskeletal pain, and a self-reported history of clenching.

Compliance of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol in emergency and elective colorectal cancer surgery with a perspective from a developing country.

Objective: To evaluate compliance with enhanced recovery after surgery protocol of patients undergoing colorectal carcinoma surgery, and to compare its effect on outcomes.

Methods: The retrospective study was conducted at the Maroof International Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan, and comprised data from July 15, 2016, to March 20, 2022, of patients of either gender undergoing elective or emergency colorectal carcinoma surgery. Data included age, gender, tumour site, type of surgery, surgical approach, compliance with each of the 25 components of the enhanced recovery after surgery protocol, length of hospital stay, surgery duration, 30-day readmission rate and perioperative mortality.