Comparison of outcome of Ponseti method with traditional clubfoot treatment in children up to five years of age at tertiary care hospital.

Objectives: To compare the outcomes of Ponseti treatment with the traditional treatment method for clubfoot.

Methods: A cross-sectional comparative study was conducted at the orthopedic department of Nishtar Medical Hospital & University Multan for one year. The study included 40 children (29 clubfeet) treated with conventional treatment (pre-Ponseti group) who were compared with 55 Ponseti-treated children (72 clubfeet) (Ponseti group).

Burden And Spectrum Of Respiratory Ailments In Paediatric Tertiary Care Setting.

Background: Respiratory tract infections are a significant cause of mortality and morbidity in paediatric age group all over the world and especially in under developed regions. The present study was conducted with an aim to assess the burden and the types of respiratory illnesses in our region.

Methods: The study was a cross sectional study conducted at Paediatric A unit of Ayub teaching hospital from 1st October, 2018 to 31st March, 2019.