Publications by authors named "Shahbaz Khattak Haroon Ur Rashid"
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- - The gut-brain axis connects the gut and brain, influencing mental health through gut microbiota, which is essential for cognitive functions like memory and processing speed.
- - A study conducted with 140 adults in Islamabad found a moderate link between gut health and cognitive performance, showing that better gut health is associated with improved memory and processing speed.
- - It was noted that males had better gut health scores than females, and singles outperformed married individuals in cognitive assessments, highlighting demographic differences in gut health and cognition.
Background Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a critical concern in the intensive care unit (ICU), with significant implications for patient outcomes. This retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence of VAP in an ICU of a developing country, identify the predominant etiological factors, assess patient outcomes, and underscore the need for tailored interventions in high-risk patient groups. Methods This retrospective cross-sectional study included 589 ICU patients who underwent ventilator-assisted breathing for over 48 hours.
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