Inguinal hernia leading to omental torsion: Role of CT in differentiating from other clinical mimics - a case report and literature review.

Omental torsion is a very rare cause of acute abdomen. Clinically, it mimics other common pathologies such as acute appendicitis, acute diverticulitis and acute cholecystitis. It is therefore no surprise, that it was rarely diagnosed pre operatively before the advent and easy availability of modern imaging techniques.

Thermal and hydraulic performance of ZnO/EG based nanofluids in mini tubes of different diameters: An experimental investigation.

The present experimental study investigates the thermal and hydraulic performance of Ethylene Glycol (EG)-based ZnO nanofluids (NFs) in circular minichannel test sections, each of 330 mm in length and 1.0-2.0 mm inner diameters.

Determination of chemical composition and investigation of potential of triphala powder in hypercholesterolemia in men in controlled randomized trial.

Hypercholesterolemia is a condition with elevated cholesterol and lipid profile. It is the leading reason behind myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease. It is observed in young people as well due to a sedentary lifestyle.

Antimicrobial activity of AgNO3 nanoparticles synthesized using Valeriana wallichii against ESKAPE pathogens.

The emergence of multidrug-resistant ESKAPE infections has emerged as a serious public health threat. Nosocomial infections are most often caused by ESKAPE bacteria. To combat multidrug-resistant ESKAPE, the research team used Valeriana Wallichii extracts and nanoparticles.

Adherence to Positive Airway Pressure Therapy in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

Adherence to either continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or bilevel positive airway pressure (BiPAP) therapy in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) represents a real challenge to sleep medicine physicians. Many risk factors/predictors for nonadherence exist, and usually, it is multifactorial. Long-term nonadherence with CPAP therapy has been associated with the use of CPAP for <4 hours/night during early treatment, moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), poor self-efficacy, and unsupportive bed partner.

Is the Modified Distress Thermometer Useful for Screening Pregnant Women With COVID-19 for Psychological Distress?

Background: Pregnant women may be more vulnerable than others to the psychological and social effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. In this study, we try to answer the question - is the modified distress thermometer (m-DT) useful for screening pregnant women with COVID-19 for psychological distress?

Methods: We have used the m-DT to screen pregnant women with COVID-19 for psychological distress. A total of 112 pregnant women with COVID-19 were prospectively enrolled.

Diagnostic Accuracy of Doppler Ultrasonography in Predicting Presence of Esophageal Varices in Patients with Hepatitis-C Induced Cirrhosis.

Objective: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of Doppler ultrasonography in predicting presence of esophageal varices in patients with hepatitis-C induced cirrhosis.

Study Design: Descriptive analytical study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of Radiology, Jinnah Hospital, Lahore, from May 2016 to October 2016.

Migratory Gossypiboma: An Unusual Presentation Of A Rare Surgical Complication.

Gossypiboma is a rare surgical complication associated with significant patient morbidity and even mortality. Migratory gossypiboma is a rarer subset of these cases, representing the erosion of surgical sponge into the intestine with consequent complications. A 40 years old female presented with a surgical sponge that had eroded into the caecum and subsequently moved with peristalsis up to the anal canal from which it was protruding out at the time of presentation.