General Medicine (ISSN:1311-1817)

Root canal sealers play a crucial role in endodontic treatments and can significantly impact the success or failure of the procedure. This study aimed to evaluate the apical sealing ability of two different root canal sealers: Root-Sil, CeraSeal. These materials were analyzed for their effectiveness in preventing dye leakage and their overall performance in endodontic treatments. The study sample consisted of 30 extracted single-rooted teeth, randomly divided into two groups of 15 teeth each. Each group was filled with one of the three sealers: the first group with Root-Sil, the second with Ce

Since its emergence in 2019, the SARS-CoV-2 virus has led to the global COVID-19 pandemic, posing challenges for countries worldwide. Extensive research has been conducted across various fields to address this virus, focusing on diagnostics, treatments, and vaccine development. Therefore, it is crucial to implement healthcare strategies aimed at reducing infection probability, disease progression, and severity. This study explores the impact of vitamin D receptor (VDR) genetic polymorphisms, specifically FokI and TaqI, on the susceptibility and severity of COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic has r

The current study's main goals were to ascertain surgical outcomes, related risk variables, uterine specimen histological patterns, and the relationship between pre-operative clinical and histological diagnoses in Pakistan. The study surveyed patients who underwent elective gynecological hysterectomy at Alqurayyat General Hospital and CMH Institute of Medical Sciences in Bahawalpur, Pakistan, from June 2023 to April 2024. Factors like age, parity, hypertension, diabetes, hemoglobin level, and prior surgery were considered. Data was collected through questionnaires, face-to-face interviews, and

The current study was aimed to assess the correlation of HbA1c with serum electrolytes in patients with type-II diabetes mellitus and their associated risk factors. The prospective study was carried out from January 20 to June 20, 2024, at the Lahore Medical & Dental College/Ghurki Trust & Teaching Hospital in Pakistan, in the Department of Internal Medicine. 249 patients with diabetes who participated in subsequent appointments were included in the research. The study collected data on anthropometric and clinical using a questionnaire, excluding diabetes Type-I patients or that receiving diur

The current study aims to investigate the glycemic management and prescription practices for anti-diabetic medications in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Within the Department of Internal Medicine at various settings in Pakistan, the current study was a cross-sectional prospective conducted over six months (December 2023–May 2024). The investigation focused on medication regimens, diabetes length, co-occurring conditions, and glycaemic control. Participants with significant renal or hepatic impairment were excluded. The sample size was calculated using the Rao Soft Calculator, and