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  1. Artikel: Pattern of cytopenias and systemic immune-inflammation index among hospitalised patients of COVID-19.

    Kashif, Ambreen / Taj, Sadia / Chaudhry, Sidra Sonia / Moin, Saira / Khan Chachar, Aijaz Zeeshan / Lone, Ayaz

    JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association

    2024  Band 74, Heft 5, Seite(n) 911–916

    Abstract: Objective: To compare the extent of cytopenias and systemic immune inflammation index of hospitalised coronavirus disease-2019 patients during the first and second/third waves of the pandemic.: Methods: The retrospective, cross-sectional study was ... ...

    Abstract Objective: To compare the extent of cytopenias and systemic immune inflammation index of hospitalised coronavirus disease-2019 patients during the first and second/third waves of the pandemic.
    Methods: The retrospective, cross-sectional study was conducted in October 2021 at Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan, and comprised data of hospitalised coronavirus disease-2019 patients regardless of age and gender from May 2020 to June 2021. Data was segregated into first wave that lasted from May to July 2020, second wave that lasted from early November to mid-December 2020, and third wave that ranged from mid-March to June 2021. For comparison purposes, the data of first wave was in group A, while data of second and third waves was pooled into group B. Age, gender, comorbidities, requirement of ventilator support and outcome of the patients was noted. Inflammatory markers were compared on the basis of complete blood count and systemic immune-inflammation index data. Data was analysed using SPSS 25.
    Results: Of the 202 patients, 90(44.5%) were in group A and 112(55.4%) were in group B. There were 108(53.5%) males and 94(46.5%) females. The median age in males was 58 years (interquartile range: 21 years) and it was 56 years (interquartile range: 21 years) in females. Neutrophilia (p<0.001), leukocytosis (p<0.001) and lymphocytopenia (p<0.001) had direct association with increased systemic immune-inflammation. Raised systemic immune-inflammation also had an association with increased requirement of ventilator support (p=0.2) and increased mortality (p=0.001). There were more females, more critical patients, more patients with anaemia, leukopenia, lymphocytopenia and thrombocytopenia in group B compared to group A (p<0.05). Need for ventilator support and mortality were also higher in group B compared to group A (p<0.05).
    Conclusion: All the indicators analysed were worse during the second and third waves of coronavirus disease-2019 compared to the first wave of the pandemic.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Humans ; COVID-19/immunology ; COVID-19/therapy ; COVID-19/epidemiology ; Male ; Female ; Middle Aged ; Retrospective Studies ; Cross-Sectional Studies ; Pakistan/epidemiology ; SARS-CoV-2/immunology ; Adult ; Aged ; Thrombocytopenia/epidemiology ; Thrombocytopenia/immunology ; Hospitalization/statistics & numerical data ; Leukopenia/epidemiology ; Lymphopenia/immunology ; Respiration, Artificial/statistics & numerical data ; Inflammation/immunology ; Cytopenia
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2024-05-23
    Erscheinungsland Pakistan
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 603873-6
    ISSN 0030-9982
    ISSN 0030-9982
    DOI 10.47391/JPMA.9562
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  2. Artikel ; Online: Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis.

    Haider, Miqdad / Khan Chachar, Aijaz Zeeshan / Munir, Atif

    Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC

    2020  Band 31, Heft 4, Seite(n) 619–621

    Abstract: Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is an uncommon disorder characterized by hypokalaemia, thyrotoxicosis and paralysis, most commonly seen in South Asian males. Aim of our case series is to highlight the significance of this reversible cause of patients ... ...

    Abstract Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis is an uncommon disorder characterized by hypokalaemia, thyrotoxicosis and paralysis, most commonly seen in South Asian males. Aim of our case series is to highlight the significance of this reversible cause of patients presenting with neuromuscular paralysis. We present case series of 1 Asian and three Caucasian patients with thyrotoxic periodic paralysis who came with neuromuscular weakness secondary to thyrotoxicosis. All made a swift and uneventful recovery with no recurrence. Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis (TPP) is an infrequent condition having recurrent episodes of muscle weakness as main feature. Hypokalaemia is a common finding seen in these patients. Resolution of the attacks is achieved with correction of hypokalaemia and hyperthyroidism.
    Mesh-Begriff(e) Adult ; Aged, 80 and over ; Female ; Humans ; Hyperthyroidism/complications ; Hypokalemia/complications ; Male ; Muscle Weakness/etiology ; Paralysis/etiology ; Thyrotoxicosis/etiology ; Young Adult
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2020-01-13
    Erscheinungsland Pakistan
    Dokumenttyp Case Reports ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2192473-9
    ISSN 1819-2718 ; 1025-9589
    ISSN (online) 1819-2718
    ISSN 1025-9589
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  3. Artikel: A Comparison of Disease Severity and Outcomes in COVID-19 Cases Taking Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors/Angiotensin Receptor Blockers Versus Other Antihypertensive Drugs.

    Abdullah, Muhammad / Khan, Khurshid / Javed, Munaza / Iqbal, Javeid / Waheed, Khalid / Akhtar, Muhammad Naeem / Khan Chachar, Aijaz Zeeshan

    Cureus

    2021  Band 13, Heft 1, Seite(n) e12757

    Abstract: Objective In this study, we aimed to compare the severity and outcomes in hypertensive patients presenting with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) who were taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs)/angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) and ... ...

    Abstract Objective In this study, we aimed to compare the severity and outcomes in hypertensive patients presenting with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) who were taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs)/angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) and those who were on other antihypertensive drugs. Methods This retrospective cohort study involved 182 hypertensive patients who presented with COVID-19 infection. The study population comprised 91 patients who were taking ACEIs/ARBs (group A) and 91 patients who were taking other antihypertensive drugs such as β-blockers (BBs), calcium channel blockers (CCBs), or thiazides (group B). All patients were provided the same type of treatment for the management of COVID-19. We recorded the data related to demographic and anthropometric variables as well as clinical symptoms during the treatment period. Disease severity and hospital mortality were the primary study endpoints. Results There was no significant difference in COVID-19-related outcomes between the groups except for the severity of lung infiltration on chest X-rays. There were 37 (41.1%) patients having >50% lung infiltration in group A and 53 (58.2%) in group B (p-value: 0.02). Severe disease was diagnosed in 37 (40.7%) patients in group A compared to 39 (42.7%) patients in group B (p-value: 0.76). In-hospital mortality was noted in 17 (18.7%) patients in group A and 22 (24.2%) patients in group B (p-value: 0.36). Conclusion Based on our results, we did not find any significant association between the use of ACEIs/ARBs and either the severity of COVID-19 infection necessitating admission to ICU or in-hospital mortality.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2021-01-18
    Erscheinungsland United States
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.12757
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  4. Artikel: Clinical Characteristics, Comorbidities, and Outcome of Critically Sick Patients With COVID-19 Pneumonia Admitted in the Intensive Care Unit of a Tertiary Care Hospital in Lahore, Pakistan: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

    Khan Chachar, Aijaz Zeeshan / Asif, Mohsin / Tanveer, Khushbakht / Rauf, Muhammad K / Iqbal, Javeid / Khan, Kinza / Khan, Zohaib / Bin Younis, Bilal / Khan, Khurshid

    Cureus

    2022  Band 14, Heft 5, Seite(n) e25286

    Abstract: Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), is a multisystem disease that primarily involves the respiratory tract. The first case of COVID-19 was identified in late 2019 in the ... ...

    Abstract Background Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), is a multisystem disease that primarily involves the respiratory tract. The first case of COVID-19 was identified in late 2019 in the province of Wuhan, China, which was followed by the rapid spread of the disease globally, becoming a present-day pandemic. Objectives The aim of this study is to describe the clinical characteristics, comorbidities, and outcomes of critically sick patients with COVID-19 pneumonia admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) of Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, from March 2021 to August 2021. A total of 133 patients were chosen for this retrospective cohort study. Results There was a total of 133 patients, out of which 65 (48.9%) were male and 68 (51.1%) were female. Of these 133 patients, 70 (52.6%) were discharged home after recovery and 63 (47.4%) died; 96 (72.2%) patients had diabetes mellitus and of these, 53 (55.2%) patients died and 43 (44.8%) were discharged, 94 (70.7%) patients had hypertension, out of which 53 (56.4%) died and 41 (43.6%) were discharged home, 40 (30.1%) patients had ischemic heart disease (IHD), out of which 28 (70%) died and 12 (30%) were discharged. A total of 48 (36.1%) patients needed invasive positive pressure ventilation (IPPV) and 78 (58.6%) patients required noninvasive positive pressure ventilation (NIPPV). Conclusion Patients with one or more underlying co-morbidities had poor clinical outcomes compared to those with no co-morbidities, with the most vulnerable group being patients with Ischemic heart disease, chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus in descending order.
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2022-05-24
    Erscheinungsland United States
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.25286
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  5. Artikel: Clinical and Demographic Characteristics Including Comorbidities and Their Outcomes Among Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19 in Four Tertiary Care Hospitals Across Lahore.

    Khan Chachar, Aijaz Zeeshan / Khan, Khurshid / Khan, Asma A / Muhammad Imran Hasan, Khan / Ashraf Zia, Muhammad / Siddique, Nasir / Bin Younis, Bilal / Khan, Zohaib Ahmad

    Cureus

    2021  Band 13, Heft 1, Seite(n) e12663

    Abstract: Background The first case of infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was diagnosed in Wuhan, China, in 2019. By the first half of 2020, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) turned into a global pandemic. Objectives The ... ...

    Abstract Background The first case of infection with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) was diagnosed in Wuhan, China, in 2019. By the first half of 2020, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) turned into a global pandemic. Objectives The aim of this study is to describe the clinical and demographic characteristics including comorbidities and their outcomes among patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in four tertiary care hospitals across Lahore
    Sprache Englisch
    Erscheinungsdatum 2021-01-12
    Erscheinungsland United States
    Dokumenttyp Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2747273-5
    ISSN 2168-8184
    ISSN 2168-8184
    DOI 10.7759/cureus.12663
    Datenquelle MEDical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System OnLINE

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