Publications by authors named "Amna Liaqat"

In depth analysis of publication trends can help in finding out strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement. South Asia (SA), with its unique demographic and epidemiological characteristics, is considered a valuable region for health research, particularly in neuroscience. There is a clear need of data which should reflect heterogenous neuroscience research outputs of the SA region and help in devising new trends to boost its research landscape.

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Background: Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are a diverse set of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular problems involving the temporomandibular joint complex and surrounding muscles 1. TMD prevalence has varied from one location to the next, with estimates ranging from 6 to 68 % in various types Objectives were to compare the efficacy of NSAIDs with intra-articular injection of corticosteroids in patients suffering from temporomandibular disorders (TMD) due to disc displacement without reduction in terms of mean pain score and mean mouth opening. This Randomized control trial was conducted at the Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department, PMC Dental institute, Faisalabad Medical University, Faisalabad, Pakistan, from 6th April 2018 to 6th April 2019.

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Developing synthetic materials, with enzyme-like molecular recognition capabilities, as functional receptors in electronic or electrochemical devices for the timely diagnosis of major diseases is a great challenge. Herein, we present the development of Fe/MIPpy nanozymes, characterized as enzyme-like artificial receptors, for the precise and non-invasive monitoring of cancer biomarkers in aqueous solutions and human saliva. Through the integration of PVA-stabilized FeFeO nanocrystals in a molecularly imprinted conducting polypyrrole matrix, the Fe/MIPpy nanozymes demonstrate 424 nA cm nM sensitivity and 220 pM detection limit.

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Introduction: Effective critical care requires the placement of a central venous catheter (CVC), which is frequently indicated for volume resuscitation, hemodynamic assessment, and the administration of vasopressors, blood products, and parenteral nourishment. However, central venous catheterization is not without its complications. The majority of these problems are avoidable and treatable with proper patient selection, cautious insertion technique, and attention after catheter insertion.

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Diclofenac sodium is an anti-inflammatory drug commonly used to cure pain in various treatments. The remarkable potential of this pain-killer leads to its excessive use and, therefore, a persistent water contaminant. Its presence in aqueous bodies is hazardous for both humans and the environment because it causes the growth of harmful drug-resistant bacteria in water.

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Background: Increased exposure of humans to toxic metals and high-fat diet (HFD) consumption severely damages brain health. Natural plant extracts have shown huge potential to treat multiple human diseases.

Objective: The present study was designed to evaluate the protective effects of Shogaol (an active component of ginger) in neuroinflammation and behavioral paradigms in mice treated with metals and HFD.

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Recent facts and figures published in various studies in the US show that approximately 27,510 new cases of gastric infections are diagnosed. Furthermore, it has also been reported that the mortality rate is quite high in diagnosed cases. The early detection of these infections can save precious human lives.

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Introduction: Safety of extended lymphadenectomy (EL) ± vascular resection in patients undergoing pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD) in resource limited settings is not well established. The objective of this study was to report outcomes of PD resection with EL ± vascular resection from Pakistan and review national literature.

Methods: Data of patients who underwent PD between 2011 and 2014 was reviewed.

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