Early Prediction of Diabetes by Ultrasonographic Measuring of Heel Pad Thickness: A Case-Control Study.

Background: The heel pad is essential for cushioning and shock absorption during weight-bearing activities. Its thickness and integrity significantly impact foot health, particularly in diabetics at risk for ulcers due to neuropathy and vascular issues. This study examines heel pad thickness in diabetics and non-diabetics with normal BMI.

Comparison of Baseline Characteristics, Sociodemographics, and Gynecological Risk Factors Associated with Secondary Infertility of Females in Pakistan.

Introduction: Secondary infertility is characterized by the inability to conceive for a period of 1 year, after having previously conceived at least once.

Objectives: To explore the risk factors of secondary infertility and compare sociodemographics and anthropometric variables of each studied group.

Methods: Study was conducted at University Institute of Public Health, Faculty of Allied Health Sciences, The University of Lahore, collecting data from Gilani Ultrasound Center in 18 months after approval of synopsis.

Predicted risk factors associated with secondary infertility in women: univariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses.

Introduction: Infertile women are those who regularly engage in unprotected intercourse for a period of at least 1 year and are unable to become clinically pregnant. Primary infertility means the inability of couples to conceive, without any previous successful pregnancies. Secondary Infertility refers to the inability to get pregnant for 12 months, after having a previous pregnancy for one time at least.

Role of High Resolution Computed Tomography chest in the diagnosis and evaluation of COVID -19 patients -A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Recent studies reported that CT scan findings could be implicated in the diagnosis and evaluation of COVID-19 patients.

Objective: To identify the role of High-Resolution Computed Tomography chest and summarize characteristics of chest CT imaging for the diagnosis and evaluation of SARS-CoV-2 patients.

Methodology: Google Scholar, PubMed, Science Direct, Research Gate and Medscape were searched up to 31 January 2020 to find relevant articles which highlighted the importance of thoracic computed tomography in the diagnosis as well as the assessment of SARS-CoV-2 infected patients.