Publications by authors named "Maryam Zubair"
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- This study investigates the prevalence of HIV among pregnant women in North America, focusing on data from the USA, Canada, and Mexico, as previous studies mostly centered on other global regions.
- A total of 10 relevant studies were reviewed, encompassing over 339,000 pregnant women, revealing an overall pooled HIV prevalence of 0.6%, with rates varying significantly across the three countries.
- The findings suggest that the prevalence of HIV among pregnant women in North America is considerably lower than in regions like Eastern Europe and sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting the importance of awareness and healthcare access in managing maternal health.
Background: Prevalence of psychological disorders among individuals with diabetes is significantly higher as compared to the general population.
Aim: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and impact of psychological disorders on pharmacotherapy of diabetes patients.
Methodology: This cross-sectional study was conducted at two primary care hospitals in Pakistan from April to June 2023.
Background And Objective: It aimed to develop an expert consensus regarding the risk assessment, diagnosis, and threatened miscarriage management during the first trimester in Pakistan.
Methods: A three-step modified Delphi method was applied to develop the consensus. Eleven specialized obstetricians and gynecologists participated in its development.
Introduction Communication is the exchange of information through speaking, writing, and other mediums. Speech is the expression of thoughts in spoken words. Language is the principal method that humans use for relaying information; consisting of words conveyed by speech, writing, or gestures.
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- - The study investigates the publishing practices of medical students in Pakistan, highlighting a significant lack of research output among this demographic, with only 6.6% of the surveyed students having published an article.
- - Male students and those in their final year showed higher publication rates, with improved chances for students knowing the importance of research for job prospects and those who received training in writing and submission processes.
- - The results stress the need for educational reforms and support to enhance research participation among medical students, urging authorities to address the barriers they face in publishing.
Introduction Subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) during early pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage or premature birth. In Pakistan, the prevalence of SCH among pregnant women is not well documented. This multi-center study aims at identifying the prevalence of SCH among Pakistani pregnant women.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Amenorrhoea is absence of menstruation. It could be primary, if menstruation has not occurred by the age of 16 years in the presence of normal growth and secondary sexual characters or by the age of 14 years in the absence of secondary sexual characters. It is secondary if periods have not occurred for six months.
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