Publications by authors named "Muhammad Rafiq"

Iatrogenic type A aortic dissection (IAAD) is a rare but life-threatening complication of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), often presenting significant therapeutic challenges. A looped guidewire between the right subclavian artery and brachiocephalic artery during coronary angiography (CAG) via right radial artery access can complicate catheter manipulation. This report discusses the case of a 58-year-old hypertensive female patient who developed aortic dissection during PCI, specifically due to wire manipulation at the brachiocephalic loop.

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Aim: To find out the association of secreted protein acidic and rich in cysteine (SPARC)-related modular calcium binding 2 () gene variants rs2255680 and rs13208776 with genotypic and phenotypic characteristics in both familial and non-familial primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) patients.

Methods: A total of 212 POAG patients, comprising 124 familial and 88 non-familial, were enrolled. For genotyping the variant rs2255680, amplification refractory mutation system (ARMS)-polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method and PCR-restriction fragment length polymorphism (PCR-RFLP) were utilized for analyzing rs13208776 variant.

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Inflammation is a complex physiological response associated with the onset and progression of various disorders, including diabetes. In this study, we synthesized a series of diclofenac acid derivatives and evaluated their potential anti-diabetic and anti-inflammatory activities. The compounds were specifically assessed for their ability to inhibit 15-lipoxygenase (15-LOX) and α-glucosidase enzymes.

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Maackiain is an important component of some herbs in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), such as Sophora flavescens Aiton, Spatholobus suberectus Dunn and Paeonia lactiflora Pall. Maackiain belongs to the second largest group of isoflavonoids the pterocarpans that is widespread in several plant genera, for example Maackia, Sophora, Caragana, Trifolium and Millettia. Recently, maackiain has attracting more attention because of its numerous pharmacological properties.

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The disease dynamics affect the human life. When one person is affected with a disease and if it is not treated well, it can weaken the immune system of the body. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the immune system, of the body which is the defense line against diseases.

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The design and development of fluorescent materials for detecting cancer-related enzymes are crucial for cancer diagnosis and treatment. Herein, we present a substituted rhodamine derivative for the chromogenic and fluorogenic detection of the cancer-relevant enzyme -glutamyltranspeptidase (GGT). Initially, the probe is non-chromic and non-emissive due to its spirolactam form, which hinders extensive electronic delocalization over broader pathway.

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  • The study focuses on a diabetes mellitus model (DMM) and transforms it from an integer order to a time delayed fractional order model using the Caputo differential operator.
  • It establishes that the new model has unique, positive, and bounded solutions, and investigates two equilibrium states: disease-free and endemic.
  • The research also includes stability analysis of the model, computes risk factors, formulates a numerical method for simulations, and presents results to analyze the biological implications of the model.
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Potato ( L.) cultivation in Pakistan faces challenges, with black scurf disease caused Kühn being a significant concern. Conventional methods like chemical fungicides partially control it, but an effective solution is lacking.

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The Tomato leaf curl Palampur virus (ToLCPMV) is a bipartite begomovirus that poses a substantial risk to agriculture by infecting a variety of crops, including cucurbitaceous group. This study examines the manifestation of encapsidation and synergism by ToLCPMV in bitter gourd (Momordica charantia) and focuses on its epidemiological approaches and implications of managing this virus in tomatoes growing areas. Through the utilization of molecular and biological techniques, we have successfully ascertained the epidemiology of this highly destructive virus, highlighting the vital roles played by its two genetic components.

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This study endeavors to examine the dynamics of the generalized Kadomtsev-Petviashvili (gKP) equation in (n + 1) dimensions. Based on the comprehensive three-wave methodology and the Hirota's bilinear technique, the gKP equation is meticulously examined. By means of symbolic computation, a number of three-wave solutions are derived.

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Drought is a complex natural hazard that occurs when a region experiences a prolonged period of dry conditions, leading to water scarcity and negative impacts on the environment. This study analyzed the recurrence of drought and wet spells in Baluchistan province, Pakistan. Reconnaissance Drought Index (RDI), Standardized Precipitation Evapotranspiration Index (SPEI), and Vegetation Condition Index (VCI) were used to analyze droughts in Baluchistan during 1986-2021.

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Aims: Septic cardiomyopathy is characterized by impaired contractile function and mitochondrial activity dysregulation. Salvianolic acid B (Sal B) is a potent therapeutic compound derived from the traditional Chinese medicine Salvia miltiorrhiza. This study explored the protective effects of Sal B on septic heart injury, emphasizing the mitochondrial unfolded protein response (UPRmt).

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Macrophomina phaseolina is a wide host ranged soil-borne fungal plant pathogen. It infects more than 500 host plant species belonging to 100 families. Many important oil-seed and leguminous crops are known to be attacked by this devastating plant pathogen.

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MXenes (MXT), a subgroup of 2-dimensional (2D) materials, specifically comprise transition metal carbides, nitrides, and carbonitrides. They exhibit exceptional electrocatalytic and photocatalytic properties, making them well-suited for the detection and removal of pollutants from aqueous environments. Because of their high surface area and remarkable properties, they are being utilized in various applications, including catalysis, sensing, and adsorption, to combat pollution and mitigate its adverse effects.

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  • Long-term use of antibiotics has led to increased drug resistance, creating serious health issues from bacterial infections.
  • Antimicrobial peptides have emerged as effective alternatives, with unique mechanisms that make it difficult for bacteria to develop resistance.
  • This study showcases a method for efficiently screening antimicrobial peptides and presents a hydrogel wound dressing incorporating these peptides to enhance wound healing.
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The Ebola virus (EBOV) is a lethal pathogen causing hemorrhagic fever syndrome which remains a global health challenge. In the EBOV, two multifunctional proteins, VP35 and VP40, have significant roles in replication, virion assembly, and budding from the cell and have been identified as druggable targets. In this study, we employed in silico methods comprising molecular docking, molecular dynamic simulations, and pharmacological properties to identify prospective drugs for inhibiting VP35 and VP40 proteins from the myxobacterial bioactive natural product repertoire.

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Fluorescent cytotoxic compounds with readout delivery are crucial in chemotherapy. The growing demands of these treatment strategies require the novel heterocyclic molecules with better selectivity alongside fluorescence marker potential. In this context, a series of nine isatin Schiff base derivatives 4a-i were synthesized, characterized and evaluated for UV-visible, fluorescence, thermal and bioanalysis in order to explore the effect of structure on their bioprofiles.

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In this manuscript, a mathematical model known as the Heimburg model is investigated analytically to get the soliton solutions. Both biomembranes and nerves can be studied using this model. The cell membrane's lipid bilayer is regarded by the model as a substance that experiences phase transitions.

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Transcatheter arterial embolization (TACE) has been used in the treatment of malignant tumors, sudden hemorrhage, uterine fibroids, and other diseases, and with advances in imaging techniques and devices, materials science, and drug release technology, more and more embolic agents that are drug-carrying, self-imaging, or have multiple functions are being developed. Microspheres provide safer and more effective therapeutic results as embolic agents, with their unique spherical appearance and good embolic properties. Embolic microspheres are the key to arterial embolization, blocking blood flow and nutrient supply to the tumor target.

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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) can potentially harm global public health. Horizontal gene transfer (HGT), which speeds up the emergence of AMR and increases the burden of drug resistance in mobile genetic elements (MGEs), is the primary method by which AMR genes are transferred across bacterial pathogens. New approaches are urgently needed to halt the spread of bacterial diseases and antibiotic resistance.

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Purpose: The literature suggests predictive technology applications in health care would benefit from physician and manager input during design and development. The aim was to explore the needs and preferences of physician managers regarding the role of predictive analytics in decision support for patients with the highly complex yet common combination of multiple chronic conditions of cardiovascular (Heart) and kidney (Nephrology) diseases and diabetes (HND).

Methods: This qualitative study employed an experience-based co-design model comprised of three data gathering phases: 1.

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