Publications by authors named "Amina Jafar"

Aims Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is one of the common liver malignancies that presents a challenge to global healthcare. The impact and outcomes of hypoglycemia in HCC have not been studied in detail before. This study aimed to investigate the outcomes and prognosis associated with hypoglycemia in patients diagnosed with HCC, utilizing a large-scale database approach.

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Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a rare hyperinflammatory state that leads to overactivation of the immune system due to underlying disease. It can lead to multiorgan failure and death if not treated properly. HLH after vaccination is rare but has been reported in a few cases.

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Post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) or more commonly known as Long COVID-19, is the term given to persistent symptoms 12 weeks from the initial presentation of COVID-19 infection. Several multi-organ symptoms have been reported by patients. Some common symptoms include headaches, fatigue, memory impairment and mental health complications such as anxiety and depression.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Amina Jafar"

  • - Amina Jafar's recent research primarily focuses on the effects of various health conditions, including hepatocellular carcinoma and the long-term implications of COVID-19, with an emphasis on patient outcomes and mental health.
  • - In her study on hypoglycemia in hospitalized patients with hepatocellular carcinoma, she utilized a large-scale database approach to investigate the prognosis associated with this condition, filling a significant gap in existing literature.
  • - Jafar also explored the intersection of severe immune responses and vaccination, as seen in her case report on hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis flare following the COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting rare but critical health risks following vaccination.