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Full-Text Articles in Medicine and Health Sciences
Risk Factors And Behaviours For Coronary Artery Disease (Cad) Among Ambulatory Pakistanis, S P. Iqbal, S Dodani, Riaz Qureshi
Risk Factors And Behaviours For Coronary Artery Disease (Cad) Among Ambulatory Pakistanis, S P. Iqbal, S Dodani, Riaz Qureshi
Department of Family Medicine
Objective: To determine the frequency and distribution of various risk factors and behaviours for coronary artery disease (CAD) among ambulatory Pakistanis.
Methods: It is a cross-sectional descriptive study carried out at the Aga Khan University Hospital, a teaching hospital in Karachi. All the subjects were adults (18-60 years) presenting at the general checkup clinic with no history or evidence of CAD by convenient sampling method. Demographic variables included risk factors and behaviors including diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, family history of heart disease, obesity, smoking and sedentary lifestyle.
Results: Among 370 ambulatory Pakistanis, the proportions of major risk factors for CAD were: …
Distribution Of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (Luts) In Adult Women, M Andrades, R Paul, A Ambreen, S Dodani, Rh Dhanani, Waris Qidwai
Distribution Of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (Luts) In Adult Women, M Andrades, R Paul, A Ambreen, S Dodani, Rh Dhanani, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
OBJECTIVE: To determine the distribution of lower urinary tract symptoms in adult women and the frequency with which the women consulted a health care provider for their symptoms.
DESIGN: Cross-sectional analytical study.
PLACE AND DURATION OF STUDY: Community Health Center of Aga Khan University Hospital from November 1st to 30th, 2002.
SUBJECTS AND METHODS: A trained interviewer administered a structured questionnaire to women patients or attendants aged 18 years and older coming to the center.
RESULTS: Fifty-two percent of the study subjects reported having at least one or more urinary complaints in the past. Stress incontinence …
Barriers To Smoking Cessation: Results Of A Survey Among Family Practice Patients, Waris Qidwai
Barriers To Smoking Cessation: Results Of A Survey Among Family Practice Patients, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
Background and Objectives: Tobacco smoking is a major public health problem. We have studied barriers to smoking cessation among family practice patients.
Methods: It was a questionnaire based survey, conducted at Family Pr actice Center, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, in July 2003. A trained volunteer administered the questionnaire that included data on demographic profile of the patient and information barriers to smoking cessa tion.Ethical requirement including the administration of written informed consent and the provision of confidentiality were ensured. SPSS computer software was used for data management.
Results: A total of 100 patients were interviewed, of which …
Evidence Based Medicine: Transforming Research Into Practice, Waris Qidwai
Evidence Based Medicine: Transforming Research Into Practice, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
No abstract provided.
A Need To Change Behavior And Attitudes In Medical Practice, Waris Qidwai
A Need To Change Behavior And Attitudes In Medical Practice, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
No abstract provided.
Consequences Of A Medical Emergency Among Emergency Room Patients, Waris Qidwai, Ali Ss, M Baqir, Shahana Ayub
Consequences Of A Medical Emergency Among Emergency Room Patients, Waris Qidwai, Ali Ss, M Baqir, Shahana Ayub
Department of Family Medicine
Objective: To study the consequences of a medical emergency among Emergency Room patients, at a teaching hospital in Karachi, Pakistan.
Design: A questionnaire-based survey
Settings: Emergency Room of Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. Main outcome measures: Consequences of a medical emergency in terms of impact on employment, financial position, family life, social life, recreational life, self-confidence and psyche.
Results: A hundred patients were surveyed. Emergency Room patients feel that they will not have a major impact on their job or employment, as a result of the medical emergency but it will have adverse financial consequences. The …
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Regarding Obesity Among Patients, At Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Waris Qidwai, Iqbal Azam
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Regarding Obesity Among Patients, At Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Waris Qidwai, Iqbal Azam
Department of Family Medicine
BACKGROUND: Obesity is a major public health problem and responsible for significant morbidity and mortality among our patients. It is important to study the knowledge, attitude and practices with regard to obesity among patients, in order to devise interventional strategies.
METHODS: Patients visiting the out-patient clinics of Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, were included in the study. The interview was questionnaire-based and recorded the demographic profile of the patients and questions relevant to the objective of the study. The ethical requirements for the study were met. SPSS computer software was used for data management. A hundred patients were surveyed. …
Structured Feedback From Students In Tutorial Teaching, Waris Qidwai
Structured Feedback From Students In Tutorial Teaching, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
No abstract provided.
The Hippocratic Oath: Has It Ceased To Be Relevant?, Waris Qidwai
The Hippocratic Oath: Has It Ceased To Be Relevant?, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
The Greek physician Hippocrates (460-377 B.C) is traditionally regarded as the founder of medicine, scientific discipline and medical ethics.The Hippocratic Oath, taken by ancient and medieval doctors, requires high ethical standards from medical doctors. Its principles are considered important in professional and ethical education of medical doctors even today. The Hippocratic Oath has survived, with over-riding power, the test of time since it addresses the intrinsic nature of medicine. Even those who know little of it or reject parts of it acknowledge it to be a symbol of the values of medicine. It has been argued that it is its …
Patients' Views About Physicians' Spiritual Role In Medical Practice, Waris Qidwai, Arsalan Tayyab
Patients' Views About Physicians' Spiritual Role In Medical Practice, Waris Qidwai, Arsalan Tayyab
Department of Family Medicine
OBJECTIVE: To study patient perceptions with regard to spirituality in medical practice.
DESIGN: A questionnaire-based survey.
PLACE AND DURATION OF STUDY: Family Practice Center of Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, during July 2003.
SUBJECTS AND METHODS: Family practice patients were interviewed using a questionnaire which included data on demographic profile of the patient and perceptions on spirituality in medical practice. The study investigators administered the questionnaire without using systematic randomization. Ethical requirements including the administration of a written informed consent and the provision of confidentiality were ensured. SPSS computer software was used for data management.
RESULTS …
A Young Man With Hoarseness Of Voice, Waris Qidwai, S. Rehman
A Young Man With Hoarseness Of Voice, Waris Qidwai, S. Rehman
Department of Family Medicine
A 45 year-old driver presented with a two months history of hoarseness, fever, productive cough, anorexia and weight loss. He chewed tobacco. He was previously seen and treated without benefit by a family Physician and two ear, nose and throat consultants. Crackles were heard in the left scapular region. An X-Ray of the chest showed a right apical cavity, perihilar infiltrates and blunting of left costophrenic angle. His sputum smear showed acid fast bacilli. A high index of suspicion for tuberculosis is recommended while dealing with such cases. Complete recovery of patient's voice with anti-tubercular therapy confirmed it was a …
Perception About Family Physicians: Results Of A Survey Of Patients Visiting Specialist Clinics For Treatment, S. A. Huda, Z. A. A. Samani, Waris Qidwai
Perception About Family Physicians: Results Of A Survey Of Patients Visiting Specialist Clinics For Treatment, S. A. Huda, Z. A. A. Samani, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
Objective: To study the perceptions about Family Medicine among patients visiting Specialist Physicians for treatment.
Methods: A questionnaire based survey was conducted at the Specialist Clinic, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, in June 2004. Trained volunteers administered the questionnaire among patients visiting Specialist Physicians for treatment. Confidentiality was ensured to all patients and written informed consent was taken as part of the ethical requirements for the conduct of the study. SPSS computer software and Microsoft Excel were used for data management.
Results: A total of 100 patients visiting the Specialist Clinic were interviewed, of which fifty four …
Ever Increasing Need For Family Physicians, Waris Qidwai
Ever Increasing Need For Family Physicians, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
No abstract provided.
Awareness Of The Process Of Informed Consent Among Family Practice Patients In Karachi, H. Bhurgri, Waris Qidwai
Awareness Of The Process Of Informed Consent Among Family Practice Patients In Karachi, H. Bhurgri, Waris Qidwai
Department of Family Medicine
Objective: To study the awareness of 'Informed Consent', among patients presenting to Family Physicians.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out at the Community Health Centre, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi in July 2002. Written Consent was taken and confidentially was assured
Results: Out of the 100 patients interviewed, 80 agreed to participate in the study, forty-four men and thirty-six women. Approximately half the participants (45%) were graduates and 40% had less than five years of school education. The awareness of the process of 'informed consent' was observed in only 20% of the respondents, all in the educational …
Level Of Preparedness Of Patients For Medical Emergency, Waris Qidwai, Ss Ali, M Baqir, S Ayub
Level Of Preparedness Of Patients For Medical Emergency, Waris Qidwai, Ss Ali, M Baqir, S Ayub
Department of Family Medicine
No abstract provided.