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Khan F, Ng L, Amatya B, Brand C, Turner-Stokes L. Multidisciplinary care for Guillain-Barré syndrome. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med 2011; 47:607-612. [PMID: 21912364] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) can be a significant cause of new long-term disability, which is thought to be amenable to multidisciplinary care. However, the evidence base of its effectiveness is unclear. AIM The aim of this systematic review is to assess the effectiveness of multidisciplinary care in adults with GBS, the types of approaches that are effective (setting, type, intensity) and the outcomes that are affected. METHODS The search strategy comprised: The Cochrane Neuromuscular Disease Group Specialized Register and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials; MEDLINE, EMBASE, AMED, PEDro, LILACS and CINAHL (up to May 2010). Selected studies included randomized and controlled clinical trials that compared multidisciplinary care in GBS with a control (routine local service, lower level of intervention); or studies that compared multidisciplinary care in different settings or at different levels of intensity of therapy. Best evidence synthesis was based on methodological quality. Three observational studies were also reported but they make limited contribution to evidence base synthesis. RESULTS No randomized or controlled clinical trials were identified. Evidence from three low-quality observational studies provide some support for improved disability in the short term (6 months) with high intensity rehabilitation; and for improved participation and quality of life. CONCLUSION The gaps in existing research should not be interpreted as ineffectiveness of multidisciplinary care in GBS. Appropriate and methodologically robust study designs, responsive outcome measures; and more research in the setting, type and intensity of rehabilitation are needed.
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Dias M, Newton D, McLeod G, Belch JJ, Khan F. Vasoactive properties of calcitonin gene-related peptide in human skin. INT ANGIOL 2011; 30:424-428. [PMID: 21804480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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AIM Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) is a potential mediator of neurogenic inflammation in eczema, psoriasis and rosacea, and also contributes to vasodilatation and oedema in complex regional pain disorder. We investigated the feasibility of administering CGRP and its antagonist CGRP8-37 by iontophoresis in human skin to characterise their vasoactive profiles. METHODS Two doses of each peptide were administered by iontophoresis (5 and 10 min duration at 0.1 mA) to the forearm skin of 6 healthy young men. Skin blood flow responses over 25 min were assessed using laser Doppler imaging. RESULTS Iontophoresis of CGRP caused a gradual change in blood flow, with no significant difference in response between each dose. The peak change in flow had a coefficient of variation of 21% to 36%, while the variability of the total cumulative response was much greater. Iontophoresis of CGRP8-37 for 5 min caused only a small, transient increase in skin blood flow, while 10 min iontophoresis resulted in a significant increase in blood flow. CONCLUSION CGRP and CGRP8-37 can be administered by iontophoresis to human skin. Further experiments are needed to determine the optimum duration of iontophoresis and period of measurement.
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Khan F, Vorster JH, van Vuuren M, Mapham P. Evaluation of the effects of long-term storage of bovine ear notch samples on the ability of 2 diagnostic assays to identify calves persistently infected with bovine viral diarrhoea virus. J S Afr Vet Assoc 2011; 82:18-23. [PMID: 21826833 DOI: 10.4102/jsava.v82i1.29] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Research aimed at optimising diagnostic laboratory procedures is central to the development of effective bovine viral diarrhoea virus (BVDV) control programmes. BVDV is a single-stranded RNA virus that crosses the placenta to infect foetuses, resulting in reproductive losses due to foetal death or persistently infected calves that die early in life. Persistently infected animals are widely accepted to be the primary reservoir of BVDV and the largest source of infection. This poses important challenges to overall animal/herd health and can cause major losses to the cattle industry. Long-term storage of bovine ear notch samples from calves persistently infected with BVDV may adversely affect the ability of diagnostic assays to detect the virus efficiently. In order to test this hypothesis, ear notch samples from 7 animals were divided into 2 groups. One set was subjected to prompt formalin fixation and the other set stored either as fresh samples without preservatives at -2 degrees C, or soaked overnight in phosphate buffered saline followed by freezing of the supernatant fluid at -2 degrees C. Frozen ear notches and ear notch supernatant yielded positive results with an antigen-capture, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (AC-ELISA) for the duration of the study (6 months) and optical density (OD) values remained significantly within range. There was no significant difference between storing fresh ear notch samples or PBS at -2 degrees C. However, positive immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining on formalin fixed ear notches started to fade between Day 17 and Day 29 when stored at room temperature. It was concluded that fresh ear notches could safely be stored at -2 degrees C for a period of 6 months prior to testing for BVD viral antigens.
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Saleh F, Ara F, Khan F, Ali L. SP5-15 "Knowledge-action gap" among Bangladeshi type 2 diabetic subjects. Br J Soc Med 2011. [DOI: 10.1136/jech.2011.142976p.51] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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Kelekar AK, Mukherjee S, Mitri C, Khan F, Ducaine W, Dohany L, Zakalik D. MRI characteristics of BRCA-associated breast cancers. J Clin Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2011.29.15_suppl.1596] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Prasad R, Naime M, Routray I, Mahmood A, Khan F, Ali S. Valeriana jatamansi partially reverses liver cirrhosis and tissue hyperproliferative response in rat. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2011; 32:713-9. [PMID: 21225006 DOI: 10.1358/mf.2010.32.10.1522224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Valeriana jatamansi (family, Valerianaceae) is a traditional medicinal herb in the Indian subcontinent. This study provides experimental evidence indicating the therapeutic effect of the extract prepared from the dried rhizome of the herb in an animal model of liver cirrhosis and on cell proliferation. Liver cirrhosis was induced in rats by thioacetamide (0.03% in drinking water for 16 weeks). After inducing liver cirrhosis, rats were administered the extract orally for 9 weeks. Treatment was found to partially reverse the elevated levels of alkaline phosphatase, γ-glutamyl transferase and selected biochemical markers of hepatic injury including drug-metabolizing enzymes. Histopathology of the hepatic tissue confirmed the therapeutic effect of the extract which corroborated with the biochemical changes. The extract is also reported to ameliorate hepatic cell proliferation in rats injected with thioacetamide. The study has implications in finding a treatment for liver cirrhosis in humans.
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Cheema F, Jiang J, Khan F, Lippel M, Cheung S, Takayama H, Farr M, Mancini D, Naka Y, Schulze P. 527 Analysis of Impaired Liver Function through Different MELD Scores for Prediction of Long-Term Survival after Orthotopic Heart Transplantation. J Heart Lung Transplant 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2011.01.538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Fernandez G, Ajemba P, Khan F, Bayer-Zubek V, Liu Q, Donovan MJ. Novel image analysis tools for evaluating the androgen receptor in the prostate needle biopsy: Impact on future systems-based outcome models. J Clin Oncol 2011. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2011.29.7_suppl.56] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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56 Background: A systems-based model was previously developed and validated to predict disease progression (DP) using pretreatment clinical data and standardized, robust prostate needle biopsy (PNB) tissue metrics. We sought to apply novel, advanced immunofluorescent (IF) image analysis methods to re-assess PNB androgen receptor (AR) and Ki67 expression profiles and identify cut-points useful for understanding and guiding therapeutic decision making. Methods: Pretreatment clinical features and PNB H&E / IF images on 306 patients (91% cT1-T2b, 66% PSA</=10ng/mL; 49% Gleason biopsy score </=6) from the original study cohort were obtained. IF images were re-processed using a novel CK18 and DAPI algorithm to optimize segmentation of the tumor (epithelial) nuclear (TEN) and stromal compartments. The original threshold for determining TEN Ki67was retained. An enhanced image analysis approach was applied to calculate the normalized ratio of maximum AR levels in TEN to stromal nuclei. Feature performance was evaluated with the concordance index (CI); AR and Ki67 cut-point (CP) analysis and new multivariate models were completed. Results: Increasing amounts of Ki67 and two new AR features reflecting different percentages of the maximum AR level in TEN were associated with a shorter time to DP (Ki67 CI0.37, AR-ratio 21, CI0.30 and AR-ratio 22, CI0.33). Several cut-points were identified including: Ki67 CP 0.04, hazard ratio (HR) of 3.1, p-value 0.0005 (sensitivity 64%, specificity 68%); ARratio-21 CP 0.90, HR 3.8, p-value 0.0001 (sensitivity 78%, specificity 73%) and ARratio-22 CP 0.87, HR 2.2, p-value 0.013 (sensitivity 68%, specificity 68%). A multivariate model for predicting DP consisted of 4 weighted features including the biopsy Gleason score, the ARratio-22, and two morphometric (H&E&IF) variables. Conclusions: Novel image analysis methods to analyze biomarker attributes in PNB specimens confirm and enhance our understanding of AR and Ki67 in disease progression. Such approaches will become useful tools for finalizing biomarker cut-points, performing pharmacodynamic assessment and establishing parameters for guiding therapy. [Table: see text]
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Khan F. P01-308-Pervasive developmental disorders and inpatient admission in adolescents: Psychiatric co-morbidity and challenges in clinical and community interventions. Eur Psychiatry 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/s0924-9338(11)72019-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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IntroductionCo-morbidity is to be expected in autistic spectrum disorders directly or indirectly (1). 65% of children and adolescents with Asperger's suffer from an additional psychiatric disorder (2). Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis is a serious problem, and the average age at diagnosis of Aspergers is several years later than for autism (3).A small yet significant number of offenders with autism who engage in illegal behaviour find themselves socially excluded or detained in secure provisions for prolonged periods(4).AimsWider understanding of factors leading to inpatient admission in young people with Pervasive developmental disorder.Early detection and management of mental disorder and risks, in order to meet complex needs in community.ObjectivesInnovative and comprehensive assessment of mental health, psychological and social needs.Risk assessment and management shared by multidisciplinary team and Community teams.MethodRetrospective case notes study of 11 patients admitted over 2 years.Results81.8% presented with risk to others.54.5% had diagnosis of ASD on admission. 36.3% had forensic history. Average age of diagnosis was 14 years. 18.1%were misdiagnosed.ConclusionThe review confirms that misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis remains a problem. Also co-morbid substance misuse and risk taking behaviour get admitted to secure inpatient units. Inpatient assessment can in significant number of cases divert trajectory away from criminal justice system.
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Axelrod S, Camacho-Halili M, Khan F, Leon S, Aquino M, Davis-Lorton M, Fonacier L. Patch Testing in the Allergist's Office: A Retrospective Review of Five Year's Experience. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2010.12.314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Hoegh-Petersen M, Roa L, Liu Y, Zhou F, Ugarte-Torres A, Louie P, Fonseca K, Khan F, Storek J. CMV Specific T Cells Prevent Progression From Low to High Level Viremia in D+R+ But Not D-R+ Patients. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbmt.2010.12.247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Hoegh-Petersen M, Sy S, Ugarte-Torres A, Williamson T, Mansoor A, Liu Y, Liu S, Fonseca K, Khan F, Russell J, Storek J. High Herpesvirus-Specific T Cell Counts Are Associated With Near-Zero Likelihood of Malignancy Relapse and a Low Likelihood of Infections Due to Any Pathogen. Biol Blood Marrow Transplant 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbmt.2010.12.040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Suhail N, Bilal N, Khan HY, Hasan S, Sharma S, Khan F, Mansoor T, Banu N. Effect of vitamins C and E on antioxidant status of breast-cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. J Clin Pharm Ther 2011; 37:22-6. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2710.2010.01237.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Ahmad NU, Haque MF, Khan F, Kamal MM. Palliative care out patient consultation service in a teaching hospital in Bangladesh. Mymensingh Med J 2011; 20:98-103. [PMID: 21240171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Palliative care is a newly emerging subspecialty in Bangladesh. The aims of this study were i) to determine the characteristics, types of referral, disease pattern and insight about the disease and ii) to estimate the prevalence of pain and other common symptoms in a population of patients with advanced incurable state of cancer and attending the newly established palliative care out patient clinic. The data were collected at the outpatient clinic during first consultation using a modified structured data collection sheet from the Institute of Palliative Medicine (IPM) in Calicut, Keralla, India. Two hundred and three patients with mean age 50 years, diagnosed as suffering from incurable cancer were seen during a period of 21 months from October 2007 to June 2009. Most of the patients were from less privileged socioeconomic group (86%), stays with family (99%), already know about their disease status and prognosis (62%). Referred from other disciplines formed the major group (72%) of this population. All of them had been under treatment for variable period ranging from one month to four years. The most common five symptoms noted by the service providers were pain (89%), loss of appetite (61%), sleeplessness (55%), lack of energy (47%) and constipation (44%). Population based studies are required to determine the actual magnitude of sufferers and suffering in spite of the availability of global knowledge and skill to reduce these sufferings of the incurably ill members of the society.
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Ali N, Khan EU, Akhter P, Khattak NU, Khan F, Rana MA. The effect of air mass origin on the ambient concentrations of ⁷Be and ²¹⁰Pb in Islamabad, Pakistan. JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RADIOACTIVITY 2011; 102:35-42. [PMID: 20869795 DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvrad.2010.08.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2009] [Revised: 08/18/2010] [Accepted: 08/30/2010] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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Concentration of radionuclides ²¹⁰Pb and ⁷Be, having half lives of 22.3 years and 53.29 days, respectively, in the surface air samples of Islamabad (33.38°N, 73.10°E and Altitude ∼536 m asl.) are measured. The non-destructive technique of gamma-spectrometry, with a high purity germanium HPGe detector, was employed for the analysis of all samples. The annual average concentrations of ²¹⁰Pb and ⁷Be in the surface air samples were determined as 0.284 ± 0.15 and 3.171 ± 1.14 mBq m⁻³, respectively. Our results have shown a seasonal variation of the concentration of ⁷Be in air samples with high values for the spring season. High concentrations for ²¹⁰Pb are obtained when air masses originate from plain areas of Pothohar region, located in the South-West, West and North West of Islamabad. Our values of concentrations show a nice agreement with the relevant reported results.
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Khan F, Mikhailidis DP. Celebrating 20 years ofExpert Opinion On Investigational Drugs. Expert Opin Investig Drugs 2010. [DOI: 10.1517/13543784.2010.543007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Khan F, Pallant JF, Pallant JI, Brand C, Kilpatrick TJ. A randomised controlled trial: outcomes of bladder rehabilitation in persons with multiple sclerosis. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 2010; 81:1033-8. [PMID: 20542931 DOI: 10.1136/jnnp.2010.206623] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE A stratified, randomised, waitlist controlled study over 12 months assessed the effectiveness of a 6 week bladder rehabilitation programme in persons with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) in an Australian community cohort. METHODS Patients with definite MS and bladder issues (n=74) recruited from a tertiary hospital database were randomised to a treatment group (n=40) for an individualised bladder rehabilitation programme or to a control waitlist group (n=34). The Urogenital Distress Inventory (UDI6), Neurological Disability Scale (NDS) and the American Urological Association Symptom Index (AUA) assessed bladder impairment and 'activity limitation'; a single Quality of life (QoL) item in the AUA and the Incontinence Impact Questionnaire (IIQ7) measured restriction in 'participation'. Primary outcome measures were assessed at baseline and at 12 months. RESULTS Analysis of per protocol data from 58 patients (treatment n=24, control n=34) showed reduced disability in the treatment group, with significant differences (p<0.001) and large effect sizes (>0.5) in post-treatment UDI6, NDS, AUA total, AUA QoL and IIQ7 scores for the two groups. The treatment group compared with the control group showed improvement: 78% versus 27% for UDI6 and 59% versus 17% improved for IIQ7. More patients in the control group deteriorated over the study period on the UDI6 (30% vs 0%; p<0.001) and IIQ7 (39 vs 0%; p=0.001). CONCLUSION A multifaceted, individualised bladder rehabilitation programme reduces disability and improves QoL in pwMS compared with no intervention after 12 months of follow-up. Information on specific interventions in different bladder types in MS and the impact on QoL need further evaluation. Australian Clinical trials Registry ACTRNO12605000676617.
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Ali N, Khan EU, Akhter P, Khan F, Waheed A. Estimation of mean annual effective dose through radon concentration in the water and indoor air of Islamabad and Murree. RADIATION PROTECTION DOSIMETRY 2010; 141:183-191. [PMID: 20511405 DOI: 10.1093/rpd/ncq160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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Different samples of water, indoor air and soil gas have been collected from Islamabad (33 degrees 38'N, 73 degrees 09'E, altitude of 1760 ft.), the capital of Pakistan and Murree (33 degrees 53'N, 73 degrees 23'E, altitude of 7323 ft.), lying on a geological fault line and are analysed for the estimation of mean effective dose through radon concentrations by using RAD-7, a solid state alpha-detector. The variation of radon concentration in water, indoor air and soil gas in Islamabad region ranges from 25.90-158.40 kBq m(-3), 43.26-97.04 Bq m(-3) and 17.34-72.52 kBq m(-3), having mean values 88.63 kBq m(-3), 70.67 Bq m(-3) and 45.08 kBq m(-3)(,) respectively. It ranges from 1.64-10.20 kBq m(-3), 18.48-42.08 Bq m(-3) and 0.61-3.89 kBq m(-3) with mean values 4.38 kBq m(-3), 28.63 Bq m(-3) and 1.70 kBq m(-3)(,) respectively in Murree and its surroundings. The total mean annual effective doses from water and indoor air of Islamabad and Murree regions are 2.023 and 0.733 mSv a(-1), respectively. These doses are within the recommended limits of the world organisations.
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Storek J, Vliagoftis H, Grizel A, Lyon AW, Daly A, Khan F, Bowen T, Game M, Larratt L, Turner R, Huebsch L. Allergy transfer with hematopoietic cell transplantation from an unrelated donor. Bone Marrow Transplant 2010; 46:605-6. [PMID: 20562922 DOI: 10.1038/bmt.2010.150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Donovan MJ, Khan F, Fernandez G, Bayer-Zubek V, Albertsen PC. Use of a pretreatment systems pathology model to predict the likelihood of disease progression in patients treated with primary radiotherapy. J Clin Oncol 2010. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2010.28.15_suppl.4651] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Khan F, Ogawa Y, Orson F, Davis C. Clinical Characteristics of Seafood Allergy in Adults in the Texas Medical Center. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jaci.2009.12.844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Khan F, Ali N, Khan EU, Khattak NU, Khan K. Radon monitoring in water sources of Balakot and Mansehra cities lying on a geological fault line. RADIATION PROTECTION DOSIMETRY 2010; 138:174-179. [PMID: 19841014 DOI: 10.1093/rpd/ncp214] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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This paper relates to a series of systematic studies regarding measurement of radon concentration in the earthquake-affected areas of northern Pakistan. Radon is a radioactive alpha-particle-emitting gas originating from the decay series of uranium and thorium and is found anywhere in soil, air and water. The nature of water does not matter with regard to the presence of radon, however, the level of radon concentration varies in different types of water. The present survey is carried out in water samples from the fault zone of Balakot and Mansehra regions, North West Frontier Province, Pakistan, which is important for geological consideration and protection from radiation hazards. The measurements were made on a Pylon system that is based on the radon gas measurement with a Lucas cell. In 72 water samples in the equilibrium state between radon and its progeny, the concentration level of radon is measured. The results show that the radon concentrations are in the range of 4.99-24.52 kBq/m(3), with an average value of 15.52 kBq/m(3) for all types of water taken in this survey.
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Ismail S, Khan F, Sultan N, Naqvi M. Radiation exposure to anaesthetists during interventional radiology*. Anaesthesia 2010; 65:54-60. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2044.2009.06166.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Elsik M, Ring L, Khan F, Hutchinson J, Virdee M. CRT with Multisite RV Pacing is Associated with Improved Clinical Outcomes Compared to Standard CRT, in Patients with AF, at Long Term Follow Up. Heart Lung Circ 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2010.06.907] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Elahi M, Shabbir S, Khan D, Khan F, Matata B. Serum Gamma Glutamyl Transferase: A Novel Biomarker for Screening of Premature Coronary Artery Disease. Heart Lung Circ 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/j.hlc.2010.06.747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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