Publications by authors named "Arsalan Rasheed"
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- Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) affects pregnant women’s ability to process glucose, posing risks to both mothers and their babies, and is increasingly linked to obesity.
- The study conducted in Pakistan examined the genetic factors and lifestyle influences, focusing on the TCF7L2 and FTO risk variations that significantly increase the odds of developing GDM.
- Results revealed that both genetic markers are associated with a higher risk of GDM, with significant odds ratios indicating the importance of sugar intake and physical activity in GDM prevalence.
Background Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder with diverse symptoms. Understanding its genetic basis and prevalence is crucial for effective management and treatment. Objective The study aimed to provide comprehensive insights into the frequency of CF gene mutations, clinical presentations, and complications among the Pakistani population.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: 90% of visually impaired people live in developing countries. There are various types of vision impairment, but the focus of the current study is retinitis pigmentosa (RP). Up to now, 150 mutations have been reported that are linked with RP.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: COVID-19 vaccines are found to be effective interventions to tackle COVID-19. However, the hesitancy towards its acceptance has been rising in Pakistan. This study highlights the opinion of the general population in Pakistan regarding the acceptance and hesitancy of COVID-19 vaccination.
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