BioMedica - An Official Journal of University of Health Sciences Lahore, Pakistan.

Background and Objective: Pneumothorax, an accumulation of air between the pleural layers, can occur spontaneously or post-traumatically. Thoracocentesis, a common procedure for aspirating pleural fluid, is a known cause of iatrogenic pneumothorax, with a prevalence of 13-19%. Despite ultrasound guidance reducing the incidence, complications persist, especially with large fluid volumes.... Continue Reading

Background and Objective: Oral potentially malignant disorders (OPMDs) are a group of oral mucosal abnormalities with an increased risk of malignant transformation. Their high prevalence, especially in Asia, poses a significant public health concern. Beyond disease control, understanding the impact of OPMDs on patients’ health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is... Continue Reading

Background and Objective: Chronic osteomyelitis of the tibia is a persistent bone infection that, if inadequately managed, can cause significant disability. Antibiotic-loaded intramedullary nails (ALIN) and antibiotic-loaded beads (ALB) are commonly used for infection control and limb preservation, yet their comparative effectiveness remains unclear. This study aimed to compare functional... Continue Reading

Background and Objective: Endoscopy is considered the gold standard for evaluating and managing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. It serves both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in patients presenting with upper GI symptoms. This study aimed to audit the common indications for upper GI endoscopy and their associated endoscopic findings at Dr. Akbar... Continue Reading

Background: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening acute hyperglycemic complication of diabetes mellitus. Thalassemia major predisposes to diabetes mellitus due to pancreatic dysfunction from iron overload, yet DKA is uncommon in these patients. We report the case of an 18-year-old female with thalassemia major and secondary hemochromatosis who presented with... Continue Reading