Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly use... more Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly used1. SLT is being used more frequently, which can be attributable to its low price and straightforward accessibility in every other store around. SLTs are oral tobacco products that are non-combustible. It can also be breathed through the nose; however, it is typically inserted under the tongue or in the space between the cheeks and gums. SLTs come in a variety of forms, including as dipping tobacco, snuff, betel-quid, mawa, naswar, and gutka.
Pakistan Armed Forces medical journal, Apr 29, 2024
Objective: To determine the sociodemographic and lifestyle-related factors of oral cancer, clinic... more Objective: To determine the sociodemographic and lifestyle-related factors of oral cancer, clinical presentation, and tumour characteristics among patients visiting Abbasi Shaheed Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan.
Journal of the Pakistan Dental Association, Nov 17, 2022
The aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in... more The aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in the city of Karachi providing treatment to pediatric patients. A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in the city of Karachi providing treatment to pediatric patients. A cluster-sampling technique was used and 200 dental surgeons from six different dental institutions were selected. A self-constructed questionnaire was distributed to the dental surgeons that comprised 20 closed-ended questions. The data was entered and analyzed for frequency and percentages by using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 19. The results showed that 76 (38%) dental surgeons took the responsibility of managing pediatric patient when given; 68 (34%) dental surgeons allowed the parents in the clinic; 111 (55.5%) dental surgeons are of the view that colorful and fun environment in dental clinic make the child at ease; 59 (29.5%) always demonstrate the dental procedure to the child to eradicate imaginary fears; 94 (47.0%) dental surgeons preferred the child to be treated in general anesthesia (GA) to avoid difficult behavior of the child; 135 (67.5%) dental surgeons did not show syringe needle or any instrument to the child. All the members of dental profession must be aware of patient perceptions, preferences, and fear to meet patient's needs. Dental studies should include guidelines and techniques to train the upcoming dentists for excellent practice in pediatric dentistry.
Aim: To assess the necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum, based on the expert opinion... more Aim: To assess the necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum, based on the expert opinion of faculty members of oral pathology of Karachi. Methods: In this cross-sectional study the data was collected by non-probability sampling technique from different colleges of Karachi. Distribution of the online questionnaire regarding curriculum of oral pathology was made through Google online forms. Questionnaire was only filled by oral pathology specialists/ experts/faculty of dental colleges of different cities after taking their verbal consent. Inclusion criteria was Oral pathology faculty members from all Pakistan Medical Council affiliated colleges having undergraduate BDS program. Results: Males were 22(66.7%). Among the respondents, 40.62% were Assistant Professor, followed by Demonstrator 31.25% and Associate professor 28.12%. Among participants, approximately 13(39.4%) agreed that the PMC syllabus is non-specific. Topic selection is difficult for 12(36.4%) participants. About 21(63.6%) thought that an extensive Oral Pathology syllabus is needed. Reviews for the inclusion of general pathology topics scored 14(42.4%) disagreement. About 11(33.3%) reported having missing Oral Pathology topics in the curriculum. Majority 18(54.5%) agreed to revise the curriculum. Conclusion: It has been concluded that faculty members of oral pathology recommend a high necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum in Pakistan. By gathering modifications within the existing program of curriculum, it can be made more intriguing and systematized for students.
ANNALS OF ABBASI SHAHEED HOSPITAL AND KARACHI MEDICAL & DENTAL COLLEGE
A 60 year old male patient reported to the OPD with the complaint of pain in lower left first man... more A 60 year old male patient reported to the OPD with the complaint of pain in lower left first mandibular molar for 3 days. The pain was continuous, dull and radiated to the ipsilateral jaw and ear, it aggravated on chewing and was relieved by analgesics. He was a known diabetic and hypotensive and was on medication. Patient was habitual of betel quid and smoking since a long time. Past dental history showed a partial denture on lower anteriors.
Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly use... more Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly used1. SLT is being used more frequently, which can be attributable to its low price and straightforward accessibility in every other store around. SLTs are oral tobacco products that are non-combustible. It can also be breathed through the nose; however, it is typically inserted under the tongue or in the space between the cheeks and gums. SLTs come in a variety of forms, including as dipping tobacco, snuff, betel-quid, mawa, naswar, and gutka.
Introduction: Pakistan is considered an underdeveloped country. Health-related issues should be e... more Introduction: Pakistan is considered an underdeveloped country. Health-related issues should be equally addressed as economic issues of the country. Knowledge about the burden of diseases is of essential importance which helps to priorities the strategic planning of health policy in the country. Aims and objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the burden of oral pathology cases reported to the Faciomaxillary OPD of Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi. Materials and Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted in Abbasi Shaheed hospital to analyze the Oral pathology cases. Through non-probability purposive sampling, all cases of oral pathologies reported in Faciomaxillary OPD of Abbasi Shaheed hospital in the last 5 years i.e. From July 2014 to June 2019 were included. The inclusion criteria were patients from both genders, aged between 6 months to 75 years, having complaints of oral pathological lesions. All other cases reported to the OPD, other than...
Background The oral lymphoepithelial cyst (LEC) is a rare, soft-tissue, developmental cyst, initi... more Background The oral lymphoepithelial cyst (LEC) is a rare, soft-tissue, developmental cyst, initially presented by Gold in 1962 as a “branchial cleft cyst”. It may occur in the pancreas, tongue, neck, and other regions of the oral cavity. No study has been reported in Pakistan and Karachi reporting a case of lymphoepithelial cyst in the submandibular region. This rare case of LEC has been reported to help the clinicians to bring LEC into their differential diagnosis for lesions affecting the submandibular region. Case presentation We report a case of 57 years old female reported to the Maxillofacial OPD of a tertiary care hospital with the complaint of swelling on the right side of the neck for 3 weeks which was rapidly increasing in size. She was having difficulty in mastication. On extra-oral examination, there was swelling on the right side in the submandibular area. The overlying skin is normal with no evidence of pus and discharge. On palpation, the swelling was soft, non-tende...
Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly use... more Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly used1. SLT is being used more frequently, which can be attributable to its low price and straightforward accessibility in every other store around. SLTs are oral tobacco products that are non-combustible. It can also be breathed through the nose; however, it is typically inserted under the tongue or in the space between the cheeks and gums. SLTs come in a variety of forms, including as dipping tobacco, snuff, betel-quid, mawa, naswar, and gutka.
Pakistan Armed Forces medical journal, Apr 29, 2024
Objective: To determine the sociodemographic and lifestyle-related factors of oral cancer, clinic... more Objective: To determine the sociodemographic and lifestyle-related factors of oral cancer, clinical presentation, and tumour characteristics among patients visiting Abbasi Shaheed Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan.
Journal of the Pakistan Dental Association, Nov 17, 2022
The aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in... more The aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in the city of Karachi providing treatment to pediatric patients. A cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices of dental surgeons in the city of Karachi providing treatment to pediatric patients. A cluster-sampling technique was used and 200 dental surgeons from six different dental institutions were selected. A self-constructed questionnaire was distributed to the dental surgeons that comprised 20 closed-ended questions. The data was entered and analyzed for frequency and percentages by using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 19. The results showed that 76 (38%) dental surgeons took the responsibility of managing pediatric patient when given; 68 (34%) dental surgeons allowed the parents in the clinic; 111 (55.5%) dental surgeons are of the view that colorful and fun environment in dental clinic make the child at ease; 59 (29.5%) always demonstrate the dental procedure to the child to eradicate imaginary fears; 94 (47.0%) dental surgeons preferred the child to be treated in general anesthesia (GA) to avoid difficult behavior of the child; 135 (67.5%) dental surgeons did not show syringe needle or any instrument to the child. All the members of dental profession must be aware of patient perceptions, preferences, and fear to meet patient's needs. Dental studies should include guidelines and techniques to train the upcoming dentists for excellent practice in pediatric dentistry.
Aim: To assess the necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum, based on the expert opinion... more Aim: To assess the necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum, based on the expert opinion of faculty members of oral pathology of Karachi. Methods: In this cross-sectional study the data was collected by non-probability sampling technique from different colleges of Karachi. Distribution of the online questionnaire regarding curriculum of oral pathology was made through Google online forms. Questionnaire was only filled by oral pathology specialists/ experts/faculty of dental colleges of different cities after taking their verbal consent. Inclusion criteria was Oral pathology faculty members from all Pakistan Medical Council affiliated colleges having undergraduate BDS program. Results: Males were 22(66.7%). Among the respondents, 40.62% were Assistant Professor, followed by Demonstrator 31.25% and Associate professor 28.12%. Among participants, approximately 13(39.4%) agreed that the PMC syllabus is non-specific. Topic selection is difficult for 12(36.4%) participants. About 21(63.6%) thought that an extensive Oral Pathology syllabus is needed. Reviews for the inclusion of general pathology topics scored 14(42.4%) disagreement. About 11(33.3%) reported having missing Oral Pathology topics in the curriculum. Majority 18(54.5%) agreed to revise the curriculum. Conclusion: It has been concluded that faculty members of oral pathology recommend a high necessity to review the Oral pathology curriculum in Pakistan. By gathering modifications within the existing program of curriculum, it can be made more intriguing and systematized for students.
ANNALS OF ABBASI SHAHEED HOSPITAL AND KARACHI MEDICAL & DENTAL COLLEGE
A 60 year old male patient reported to the OPD with the complaint of pain in lower left first man... more A 60 year old male patient reported to the OPD with the complaint of pain in lower left first mandibular molar for 3 days. The pain was continuous, dull and radiated to the ipsilateral jaw and ear, it aggravated on chewing and was relieved by analgesics. He was a known diabetic and hypotensive and was on medication. Patient was habitual of betel quid and smoking since a long time. Past dental history showed a partial denture on lower anteriors.
Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly use... more Although there are several tobacco products available, smokeless tobacco is the most commonly used1. SLT is being used more frequently, which can be attributable to its low price and straightforward accessibility in every other store around. SLTs are oral tobacco products that are non-combustible. It can also be breathed through the nose; however, it is typically inserted under the tongue or in the space between the cheeks and gums. SLTs come in a variety of forms, including as dipping tobacco, snuff, betel-quid, mawa, naswar, and gutka.
Introduction: Pakistan is considered an underdeveloped country. Health-related issues should be e... more Introduction: Pakistan is considered an underdeveloped country. Health-related issues should be equally addressed as economic issues of the country. Knowledge about the burden of diseases is of essential importance which helps to priorities the strategic planning of health policy in the country. Aims and objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the burden of oral pathology cases reported to the Faciomaxillary OPD of Abbasi Shaheed Hospital, Karachi. Materials and Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted in Abbasi Shaheed hospital to analyze the Oral pathology cases. Through non-probability purposive sampling, all cases of oral pathologies reported in Faciomaxillary OPD of Abbasi Shaheed hospital in the last 5 years i.e. From July 2014 to June 2019 were included. The inclusion criteria were patients from both genders, aged between 6 months to 75 years, having complaints of oral pathological lesions. All other cases reported to the OPD, other than...
Background The oral lymphoepithelial cyst (LEC) is a rare, soft-tissue, developmental cyst, initi... more Background The oral lymphoepithelial cyst (LEC) is a rare, soft-tissue, developmental cyst, initially presented by Gold in 1962 as a “branchial cleft cyst”. It may occur in the pancreas, tongue, neck, and other regions of the oral cavity. No study has been reported in Pakistan and Karachi reporting a case of lymphoepithelial cyst in the submandibular region. This rare case of LEC has been reported to help the clinicians to bring LEC into their differential diagnosis for lesions affecting the submandibular region. Case presentation We report a case of 57 years old female reported to the Maxillofacial OPD of a tertiary care hospital with the complaint of swelling on the right side of the neck for 3 weeks which was rapidly increasing in size. She was having difficulty in mastication. On extra-oral examination, there was swelling on the right side in the submandibular area. The overlying skin is normal with no evidence of pus and discharge. On palpation, the swelling was soft, non-tende...
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