scholarly journals Frequency of incidental ocular findings during pre-employment screening at a tertiary care Eye hospital

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Summaya Khan ◽  
Aisha Rafique ◽  
Omar Zafar
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Creative Commons ◽  
Ocular Findings ◽  
Employment Screening ◽  
Medical Fitness

Objective: To highlight the prevalence of incidentally discovered ocular findings harvested amongst candidates of different age groups presented for pre-employment screening in a tertiary care eye hospital. Methods: This Cross sectional prospective study was conducted in Armed Forces Institute of Ophthalmology, Rawalpindi, from Jun 2018 to Dec 2019. Data was collected using non-probability consecutive sampling technique. All candidates who appeared for medical fitness examination were included. Candidates belonged to various regions of Pakistan. Complete ophthalmic checkup including visual acuity, best corrected visual acuity, anterior and posterior segment examination was performed. The data analysis was done by IBM SPSS 2.0 software. Results: One thousand and five hundred (1500) candidates underwent ophthalmic medical fitness examination during Jun 2018 to Dec 2019, out of these 86% (1290) were males and 14% (210) were females. Mean age of the candidates was 23.14 ± 5.66 years. The most common incidental ocular findings were amblyopia 24.6% (369), strabismus 10% (150), cataract 7.3% (110), macular scar 6.5% (100) and colour vision deficiencies 5.5% (82). Conclusion: The study demonstrates that out of total patients, 77% (1095) were found to be asymptomatic and 23% (405) were symptomatic. The study provides frequency for prevailing diseases and can help in improvement of eye care screening. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.37.3.3177 How to cite this:Khan S, Rafique A, Zafar O. Frequency of incidental ocular findings during preemployment screening at a tertiary care Eye hospital. Pak J Med Sci. 2021;37(3):---------. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.37.3.3177 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

scholarly journals Emotion regulation, optimism and quality of life among Gastric Ulcer Patients

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Amina Muazzam ◽  
Nida Ali ◽  
Yasmeen Niazi ◽  
Naima Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Emotion Regulation ◽  
Gastric Ulcer ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Life Orientation Test ◽  
Creative Commons

Objective: The study was aimed to investigate the association among emotion regulation, optimism and quality of life among gastric ulcer patients. Methods: The Cross-sectional study was conducted in public sector hospitals of Lahore, during January-June 2017. Sample of study was comprised of 100 patients diagnosed with gastric ulcer, aged 25-55 years, selected through non-probability purposive sampling technique. Demographic information sheet, Emotion Regulation Scale by John, Gross 2003, Life Orientation Test-Revised by Sheer, Carver 2002, Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire by Endicott 1993 were used for data collection. SPSS 21 version was used for data analysis. Results: Out of total 100 participants 41 (41%) were men and 59 (59%) were women, with mean age of (M= 44.89, SD= 7.99). There was significant positive correlation among emotion regulation, optimism and quality of life (p<0.01). Optimism and emotion regulation were observed as significant predictors of quality of life (p<0.01). Significant gender differences were found in emotion regulation (p< 0.01), optimism (p< 0.01) and quality of life (p<0.01), with men scoring higher as compared to women. One way ANOVA showed significant differences between emotion regulation, optimism and quality of life among different age groups of gastric ulcer patients (p< 0.01). Conclusion: Quality of life of gastric ulcer patients can be greatly improved by effectively using emotion regulation strategies and optimistic approach. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.37.4.3894 How to cite this:Muazzam A, Ali N, Niazi Y, Hassan N. Emotion regulation, optimism and quality of life among Gastric Ulcer Patients. Pak J Med Sci. 2021;37(4):---------. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.37.4.3894 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

scholarly journals HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE OF CHILDREN WITH THALA SSEMIAAT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL IN BELAGAVI.- A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-2
Author(s):  
Arer AR ◽  
Hulagbali M
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

A study was conducted on 90 children suffering with thalassemia who are attending thalassemia unit of KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Charitable Hospital Belagavi. To assess the health related quality of life of children with thalassemia and to find out the association between health related quality of life of children with Thalassemia and selected demographic variables. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Data was collected using standardized paediatric inventory quality of life (PedsQL 4.0 Generic Core Scales) tool. Data obtained was tabulated and analysed in terms of objectives of the study using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study revealed that Majority 70 (77.78%) of thalassemia children had average level of quality of life where as minimum 10 (11.11%) of thalassemia children had low and high level of quality of life. The association between age groups and levels of QOL is found to be not statistically significant (Chi-square= 6.3530, p=0.1740) and the association between religions and levels of QOL is found to be not statistically significant.

scholarly journals Frequency of Different Ocular Conditions Leading to Ocular Morbidity in Pediatric Age Group at Dow University Hospital

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Madiha Jawaid ◽  
Mazhar-ul- Hassan ◽  
Saba Al-Khairy ◽  
Farnaz Siddiqui ◽  
Asad Azeem
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
P Value ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Ocular Abnormality ◽  
Ocular Morbidity

Purpose:  To determine the frequency of different ocular conditions leading to ocular morbidity in a tertiary care hospital. Study Design:  Descriptive cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study:  Study was done in Dow University of medical sciences, from May 2018 to October 2018. Methods:  A total of 278 patients presenting in the eye out-patient department were included. Patients with unaided visual acuity of 6/6 in both eye and no ocular abnormality were excluded from the study. Children with congenital syndromes like Down’s syndrome, etc. leading to eye diseases were also excluded. All children underwent complete ocular examination. Data was analyzed by using SPSS version 22. Frequency and percentages were computed for gender and different ocular diseases e.g., myopia, hypermetropia, strabismus, Vernal Kerato-conjunctivitis, astigmatism, red eye, subconjunctival hemorrhage etc. Post-stratification chi-square test was applied with p-value ? 0.05. Results:  Out of 278 participants of the study, there were 154 (55.4%) males and 124 (44.6%) females. Average age of the patients was 11.15 ± 3.44 years. Myopia and red eyes were the major causes of pediatric ocular morbidity i.e. 33.81% and 26.6% respectively. Comparison between two age groups showed that Myopia was higher in children with 11 to 15 years. Myopia and astigmatism were more common in females while sub-conjunctival hemorrhage was more in males. Conclusion:  Refractive errors are the commonest cause of childhood visual impairment in our setup. Correcting these preventable diseases can have a positive impact on the performance of children at school. Key Words:  Visual acuity, Pediatric, Myopia, Hypermetropia, Kerato-conjunctivitis.

scholarly journals The frequency of involvement of head & neck sites in referred otalgia – An experience at a tertiary care hospital

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Khurshid Anwar ◽  
Shehryar Khan ◽  
Isteraj Shahabi ◽  
Zenab Berches Niazi
Keyword(s):  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Unknown Origin ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Creative Commons ◽  
Dental Origin ◽  
Head Neck ◽  
Open Access Article

Objective: To determine the frequency of involvement of distant head & neck sites which share sensory innervations with the ear in referred otalgia. Methods: This prospective study was conducted in the Department of ENT at Hayatabad Medical Complex, Peshawar, during the period from July 1, 2017 to December 31, 2017.*Non probability convenience sampling technique was used to include patients in the study. Patients with true ‘otogenic pain’ as determined on clinical examination or imaging studies were excluded from analysis. Only those who presented with referred ear ache were included in the study to determine the frequency of involvement of distant head & neck sites in ‘referred otalgia’. Otalgia was designated as “Unknown Origin” when the ear and distant sites too were found normal. Results: Out of a total of 150 patients, there were 81(54%) males and 69(46%) females. The ages ranged from 5 to 66 years with a mean age of 29.15 years. The commonest age groups involved were 21-35 years and 36-55 years. Referred otalgia of tonsillar origin was found in 47(31.3%) of patients followed by that of dental origin in 35(23.3%). Otalgia due to pharyngitis, rhinosinusitis and cervical origin was 24(16%), 8(5.3%) and 6(4%) respectively. Otalgia due to temporomandibular joint was noted in 12(8%) of females and 3(2%) of males & that of “unknown origin” affected 5(3.33%) of females and 2(1.3%) of males. Conclusions: The ear should be examined in detail in patients presenting with earache to look for indigenous pathology. In the presence of a ‘Normal Ear’, it is important to examine the tonsils, teeth, pharynx and the nose & paranasal sinuses as the possible sites of origin of earache. doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.35.4.236 How to cite this:Anwar K, Khan S, Shahabi I, Niazi ZB. The frequency of involvement of head & neck sites in referred otalgia – An experience at a tertiary care hospital. Pak J Med Sci. 2019;35(4):---------.  doi: https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.35.4.236 This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0), which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.

scholarly journals Frequency and Characteristics of Ocular Trauma in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Lodhran

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Luqman Ali Bahoo Ahmad Zeeshan Jamil Beenish Karamat
Keyword(s):  
Visual Acuity ◽  
Ocular Trauma ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Eye Injuries ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Home Setting ◽  
Open Globe

Purpose: To find the frequency and characteristics of ocular trauma in a tertiary care hospital in Lodhran. Study design: Cross sectional study. Sampling Technique: Convenient non-probability sampling. Place and duration of study: This study was conducted at Shahida Islam Teaching Hospital affiliated with Shahida Islam Medical College, Lodhran from December 2016 to September 2018. Material and Methods: Detailed history and ocular examination were performed with regard to age, gender, classification of ocular trauma, aetiology of trauma, place where trauma occurred, note of ocular damage, nature of object, activity at the time of injury, presenting visual acuity and time lapse before presentation to hospital after trauma were recorded. Results: There were 393 patients included in this study. Mean age of patients was 28.97 ± 12.59 years. There were 198 (50.4%) closed globe and 195 (49.6%) open globe injuries. In 53 (13.5%) cases injury was caused by metal object. In 132 (33.6%) cases injury was classified as contusion. In 146 (37.2%) cases cornea was involved. There were 95 (24.2%) cases that occurred in home. In 156 (39.7%) cases presenting visual acuity was less than 6/60. There were 272 (69.2%) males and 121 (30.8%) females. There were 342 (87.0%) patients who presented within 1 day after trauma. In 122 (31.0%) cases there was prolapse of ocular contents. Conclusion: Ocular trauma occurred more commonly in males. It was blunt and occurred in home setting in most of the times. Most of the eye injuries aetiological agent was metal and wood. Key Words: Blindness. Contusion. Corneal injuries. Ocular trauma.

scholarly journals Role of Thyroid Stimulating Immunoglobulins (TSI) in Early Diagnosis of Patients with Euthyroid Grave’s Ophthalmopathy

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Idris ◽  
Muhammad Zubair Umer ◽  
Eemaz Nathaniel ◽  
Muhammad Iqbal ◽  
Adnan Zar
Keyword(s):  
Early Diagnosis ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Thyroid Function Tests ◽  
Tertiary Care Centre ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Department Of Ophthalmology

OBJECTIVE: to determine the role of thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI) in early diagnosis of patients with euthyroid grave’s ophthalmopathy visiting Oculoplastic service of a tertiary care centre        Study design: cross sectional descriptive study  Place and Duration of Study: Oculoplastic service, out patient department of ophthalmology, -------from August 2015 to August 2016. Methodology: ninety patients of both the genders with euthyroid Greave`s Ophthalmopathy at any stage of severity of the disease by non-probability purposive sampling technique. One-way ANOVA test was also done for TSI with Age groups and Gender. RESULTS: Among 90 patients, Females were more than males, 68.9% and 31.1% respectively. 4 age groups were made in which age group of 41 – 55 years patients were more (37.8%) and after that was patients of more than 56 years of age (32.2%). 84% had their thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI) test positive. Cross tabulation was performed for TSI with Gender. 84.4% of the males and females had their TSI positive with females having more tests positive than males, 55.6% and 28.9% respectively with a p value of 0.139.  CONCLUSION: TSI is positive in majority of female Euthroid Graves ophthalmopathy patients visiting Oculoplastics clinics in age having 41 – 55 years. The association of TSI with gender showed higher significance than age. Early diagnosis with the help of TSI without any expensive investigations even when other thyroid function tests are normal can prevent complications especially ophthalmopathy by timely referral to endocrinologist.

scholarly journals Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Depresi pada Lansia Pensiunan di Kecamatan Jekan Raya Kota Palangka Raya

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 209-220
Author(s):  
Syam'ani Syam'ani
Keyword(s):  
Elderly People ◽  
Employment Status ◽  
Selection Criteria ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Consecutive Sampling ◽  
The World ◽  
Day By Day

The population of the population in the world is increasing day by day. One of the age groups that have a significant increase in the elderly group. Projections and data found about the elderly are a concern that is of interest to the whole world because along with the increase in population it is accompanied by physical and psychological problems that accompany it. This study aims to identify factors that affect depression in retired elderly people. The design used in this study uses a research design: "CROSS-SECTIONAL". In this study, the population is elderly retirees who live in the area of Jekan Raya Subdistrict, Palangka Raya City. The sampling technique in this study uses consecutive sampling technique, which is the best type of non-probability sampling, that is, all objects that come sequentially and meet the selection criteria are included in the study until the number of subjects needed is fulfilled, namely as many as 100 people. The results showed that there was no significant relationship between sex (p: 0.671), employment status (p: 0.994), marital status (p: 0.726), education (p: 0.988), and the level of depression in retired civil servants in Jekan Subdistrict Raya Kota Palangka Raya. This research is expected to contribute positively to the management of elderly people with depression so that they are able to adapt to changes that occur due to the aging process.

scholarly journals Study of Cervical Length in Bangladeshi Cadaver

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-28
Author(s):  
Zubaida Gulshan Ara ◽  
ASM Shafiqul Islam ◽  
Umme Kulsum Sharmin Zaman ◽  
Anjuman Ara ◽  
Reeva Aireen Busreea
Keyword(s):  
Uterine Cervix ◽  
Anatomical Variation ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Cervical Length ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medical College ◽  
Female Genital

This cross sectional descriptive study was done to see the length of the cervix in Bangladeshi cadaver to find out the anatomical variation and to compare it with other study findings. 60 post mortem specimens containing female genital organs particularly uterine cervix were collected by purposive sampling technique from cadavers of different age groups. All the collected specimens were fixed in 10% formalin solution. This study was carried out in the department of Anatomy, Mymensingh Medical College from July 2006 to June 2007. Both gross and fine dissections were performed to measure the length of the uterine cervix. We compare our study findings with that of the references. Maximum mean length of the cervix was found in the 13-45 years age group. It was 2.89 cm. CBMJ 2016 July: Vol. 05 No. 02 P: 26-28

scholarly journals FREQUENCY OF FEMORAL FRACTURES;

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (01) ◽  
pp. 011-014
Author(s):  
RANA MUHAMMAD ADNAN ◽  
Muhammad Irfan ZIA ◽  
JAHANZAIB AMIN ◽  
Rafya Khan ◽  
Saleem Ahmed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Femoral Fractures ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cognitive Disability ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hospital Design ◽  
Femur Fractures ◽  
Study Setting

Background: To compare the frequency of various types of fractures of femur in patients less than and more than 40 years ofage in a tertiary care hospital. Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study. Setting: Emergency department. Period: January 2009 to April 2011.Method: A total of 1756 patients were divided into two groups with respect to age. Then they were further categorized according to the part offemur involved, and compared in both age groups. Results: The study was conducted on a total number of 1756 patients over a period of 2 yearsfrom 2009 to 2011. 51.1% patients were less than 40 years of age and 48.9% patients were more than 40 years of age. In patients more than 40years of age, pertrochanteric fracture was most common (86.40%). In patients less than 40 years of age, mid shaft of femur was most commonregion involved (87.02%). Conclusions: The incidence of proximal femur fractures is high in elderly patients because of several factors likeosteoporosis, visual impairment and cognitive disability. Whereas incidence of fractures of mid-shaft of femur is more common in youngpatients.

scholarly journals Health Problems of Elderly Patients attending Combined Military Hospital, Dhaka

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-12
Author(s):  
SM Humayun Kabir ◽  
Md Ziaul Islam ◽  
Masuda Begum ◽  
Masud Ahmed ◽  
Mohammad Mohsin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Elderly Patients ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Military Hospital ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional

Introduction: Health problems of elderly are an emerging health burden throughout the world. Bangladesh is currently undergoing a demographic transition and the proportion of the population of 60 years and older is increasing rapidly. Health care providers and policymakers are highly concerned with this burning issue. Objective: To know the disease pattern among the elderly patients in Combined Military Hospital, Dhaka. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out from July 2015 to June 2016 among 152 elderly patients above 60 years of age admitted in Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Dhaka Cantonment. Data were collected by face-to-face interview with semi-structured questionnaire and checklist following purposive sampling technique. Analysis of data was done by Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS, version 20.0). Results: Mean age of the elderly was 72.06±4.56 years with the range of 60-80 years and majority (90.8%) of the elderly was male. Out of total 152 elderly patients, by occupation majority (31.6%) were in the business group followed by 30.3% in the retired group and 9.2 % in the housewife group. Average monthly family income was BDT 17927.63±7360.75 with the range of BDT 6000-35000. With initial complaints elderly patients reported to doctors in private chamber (38.2%), private hospital (25.6%) and Govt hospital (5.9%). Among all of the elderly patients, majority (21.1%) had Diabetes Mellitus followed by Rheumatoid Arthritis (17.6%), Asthma (12.5%), Cataract (11.2%), ENT problem (6.6%), Malignancy (5.9%) and Benign Enlargement of Prostate 8(5.3%). Conclusion: The number of elderly people is expanding rapidly; it also presents multifaceted health problems and thus creates unique challenges for the national healthcareservices. Early identification of problem and ensuring the availability of health with economic and social support can have a control over the elderly health problems. Journal of Armed Forces Medical College Bangladesh Vol.13(1) 2017: 8-12

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