Publications by authors named "Ayesha Humera"

Article Synopsis
  • The study focuses on age estimation methods using maxillofacial radiographs, specifically comparing mandibular third molar development and mandibular linear dimensions for accuracy.
  • A total of 200 subjects aged 9 to 20 were analyzed using Digital Orthopantomograms (OPG) and Digital Lateral Cephalograms to gather data.
  • Results showed that age estimation using OPG was significantly more accurate (93.8%) compared to lateral cephalograms (79.7%), indicating OPG's reliability in age identification.
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Tuberculosis is a chronic, specific granulomatous disease and a major cause of death in developing countries. We report a case of tuberculosis presenting first as periodontal loss of tooth support leading to loose teeth and gingival enlargement affecting a 17-year-old female patient without any pulmonary lesion. Diagnosis was based on histopathological examination and positive adenosine deaminase activity Mycobacterium tuberculosis test.

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We report a case of anaphylactic reaction to intramuscular injection of cyanocobalamin. This 52-year-old lady was diagnosed as a case of megaloblastic anemia secondary to dietary vitamin B12 deficiency. She had severe anaphylactic reaction after the parenteral administration of cyanocobalamine.

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