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RMJ. Year: 2022, Volume: 47, Issue: 4

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  1. Impact of sperm deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) fragmentation on male subfertility
    Riffat Najeeb, Seema Gul
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 782-783
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  2. Original Research

  3. Role of men in family planning practice:A study based on practicing family planning methods by reproductive age group women attending antenatal clinics Karachi, Pakistan
    Ghazala Nasim Pasha, Nighat Nisar
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 784-787
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  4. Side effects of Covid-19 vaccinations and association with age and gender among Adults vaccinated in Mosul City, Iraq
    Hanaa Hussein Mukhlif
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 788-791
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  5. Factors affecting intentions of readiness and reluctance for COVID-19 vaccination
    Muhmooda Abdul Razzaque, Rukhsana Muhammad haroon, Rubina Hafeez, Sabir Hussain, Abdul Razzaq
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 792-795
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  6. A longitudinal study of predictors of depression among people living with HIV in Malang, Indonesia
    Sri Sunaringsih Ika Wardojo, Kun-Yang Chuang, Rakhmad Rosadi
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 796-802
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.129848.20221115121408

  7. Contribution of psychological burden in life satisfaction among caregivers of HIV positive and general medical patients
    Erum Anwar, Noshaba Anjum, Muhammad Asim, Muhammad Badar Habib, Muhammad Akbar, Sidra Ali
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 803-805
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  8. Self-efficiency of patients with diabetes on self-care at Al- Najaf Center for Diabetes and Endocrine disorders, Babylon, Iraq
    Mohammed Hakim Shamran Al-Hchaim, Alaa Hamza Hermis, Hassnain M. Kadhim AL-Mamoori, Jaber Mohammod Jawad, Ibrahim A. Al-Ashour
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 806-810
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.2010

  9. Correlation of urinary Adipokine Retinol-Binding Protein-4 with renal function in Type 2 Diabetics
    Arham Javed, Maira Mahmood, Saima Saeed, Farah Bano Niazi, Riffat Yasmin
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 811-814
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  10. Level of TNF-alpha and anti-CMV in pulmonary tuberculosis patients
    Zaytoon A Alkhafaji, Ali Mahmoud Shaker, Huda Hadi Al-Hasnawy, Mohammed Mohsen, Younis Abdulridha Alkhafaji, Entisar J Al-Mukhtar
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 815-817
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.109630.20220826110843

  11. Identifying the level of perceived organisational transparency among healthcare providers working for the Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
    Jamilah M Almuqati, Olfat Salem, Rawaih Falatah, Mysara Alfaki, Ahmed S Alkarani
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 818-823
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.2007

  12. Development and reliability testing of a tool to assess knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding physical restrain
    Janisha Kavumpurath, Navin Kumar Devaraj, Kulanthayan KC Mani, Fatma Refaat Ahmed, Noor Airini Ibrahim, Aneesa Abdul Rashid
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 824-828
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.14508.20220408101627

  13. Evaluation of the association between internet addiction and fatigue among undergraduate students at universities in Mosul city, Iraq: A cross-sectional study
    Hanaa Hussein Mukhlif, Nasir Muwfaq Younis
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 829-833
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.2009

  14. Assessment of frequency of metabolic syndrome among obese patients
    Gohar Nazir Kiani, Nasim Ilyas, Nadia Jaunaid, Shiekh Kashif Rahim, Nayab Mumtaz Chaudhary, Abdul Hameed Kiani
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 834-836
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  15. Elevated CRP level in metabolic syndrome
    Ali Anwar, Nauman Ismat Butt , Fahmina Ashfaq, Sabeen Aftab, Hafsa Nasim, Faizan Ali Khan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 837-840
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  16. Cognitive disturbances (attention, memory and executive functioning) among individuals with epilepsy and normal controls in Karachi, Pakistan
    Noreen Jaffri, Shazia Hasan, Rabia Yasmeen
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 841-844
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  17. Curative effect of Saccharomyces boulardii sachets on chronic gastritis caused by Helicobacter pylori infection in children and its impact on the levels of serum inflammatory factors
    Chen Li, Yuanda Zhang, Sisi Zhang, Yongnan Teng, Songsong Chen
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 845-849
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.117621.20220926032527

  18. Carvedilol vs endoscopic band ligation: primary prophylaxis of variceal bleed
    Nimra Kanwal, Samrina Sadaf, Nauman Ismat Butt, Hayida Ali Awan, Fahmina Ashfaq, Nousheen Zia
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 850-853
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  19. Prevalence of heartburn in the population of Karachi, Pakistan: A cross-sectional survey
    Sheikh Abdul Khaliq, Humaira Jamil, Sobia Sharif, Kulsoom Syed, Muhammad Zohaib
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 854-856
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  20. Cassia senna for iron overload
    Uzma Naeem, Muneeba Razzaq, Nighat Arif, Rabia Azhar, Maryam Naeem, Nazir Awan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 857-859
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  21. Clinico-morphological profile of hirschsprung disease and its correlation with the anatomic types: One year experience in a tertiary care hospital
    Ayesha Sarwar, Maryam Qaiser, Muhammad Ashraf, Aisha Akbar, Maryam Zulfiqar, Humera Javed
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 860-863
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  22. Dengue fever prevention, knowledge, attitude & practices among allied health students of a private medical college of Lahore, Pakistan
    M Ashraf Chaudhry, Tahira Raza, Nida Zeeshan, Noor ul Ain Lashari, Ayesha Naveed, Manya Tahir
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 864-867
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  23. Prevalence and predictors of respiratory symptoms in Karachi, Pakistan
    Sehrish Ghani, Inayat Thaver, Maryum Mehboob, Kiran Rafique, Mariam Ashraf
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 868-871
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  24. Profile and etiology of hypertensive patients at young age in Pakistani population
    Muhammad Asif Iqbal, Muhammad Adil, Ayesha Khalil, Zair Hassan, Noor Faraz, Marina Khan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 872-875
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  25. Risk of hypertension; Comparison of waist to height ratio vs BMI and waist circumference matrix in young adults of a private medical college of Pakistan
    Faiza Ikram, Muhammad Ali Rabbani, Muhammad Usman Bashir, Maria Gill, Sidra Arshad
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 876-880
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  26. Frequency of thalassemia carriers among the healthy individuals of University of Lahore, Pakistan
    Nazar Ullah Raja, Bushra Mubarak, Shabnum Bashir, Kashaf Junaid, Syed Amir Gilani
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 881-883
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  27. Risk factors associated with restless leg syndrome in hemodialysis patients
    Mahjabeen Yaseen, Muhammad Raheel Abdul Razzaque, Asma Arman, Ayaz Ahmed, Batool, Farya Moon
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 884-887
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  28. Correlation of sleep quality and psychological parameters among health care students
    Anum Ashfaq, Aiman Farogh Anjum, Muhammad Faiq Ali, Humaira Fayyaz Khan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 888-891
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  29. Impact of psychosocial aspect parameters on psoriasis patients' quality of life at outpatient clinic in Al-Dewania City, Iraq
    Murtadha K Adea, Ridha M. Lefta, Nasir Muwfaq Younis
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 892-895
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.88639.20220725105943

  30. Assessment of anxiety level among undergraduate students regarding examinations in Babylon University, Iraq
    Nawaf Mohammed Dhahir, Mohanned Khaleel Abdullah, Taha Khudhur Ali
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 896-899
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.75497.20220703083657

  31. Outcomes of percutaneous coil embolization of gonadal vein for management of varicocele. Experience at tertiary care hospital of Pakistan
    Syed Muhammad Faiq, Khair Muhammad, Waseem Mirza, Ameet Jesrani
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 900-903
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  32. Analgesic effectiveness of transversus abdominis block after open appendectomy: A Randomized Control Trial
    Raheel Ahmed, Sundas Dastagir, Hira Ashfaq, Imrana Zulfikar, Sabin Zafar, Mumtaz Hussain
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 904-907
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  33. Causes and various factors responsible of non-functioning kidneys: Audit of 395 nephrectomies
    Aamir Ali Shaikh, Muhammad Imran Soomro, Riaz Hussain Mangrio, Nisar Ahmed Shaikh, Amanullah Abassi, Malik Hussain Jalbani
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 908-910
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  34. Prospective comparative study between antegrade interlocking undreamed nail versus compression plate fixation of acute closed humeral mid third shaft humerus in adults
    Ahmad Yaseen Shukur, 1 Ghadeer H. Majeed, Mohammed Sh. Al-Edanni, Sadiq A. Al-Muktar, Abdulkadr Muhammed Sleman Alany, Muthanna H. Dawood
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 911-916
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.92848.20220801090327

  35. Proximal femur nail anti-rotation: Indication on its use
    Badaruddin Sahito, Dileep Kumar, Nauman Hussain, Asif Jatoi, Sunel Kumar, Sheikh Muhammad Ebad Ali
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 917-920
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  36. Frequency of phantom limb pain and stump pain in amputees during the first six months following limb amputation
    Kiran Bashir, Amna Maqsood, Sumaira Afzal, Komal Shehzadi, Anum Abid, Sheza Saeed
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 921-924
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  37. Health-related quality of life in diabetic foot ulcer patients with unilateral above-knee amputation
    Zainab Naeem, Fareeha Amjad, Adnan Hashim, Hamail Chattha, Iraj Athar, Ibraheem Rafay
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 925-927
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  38. Effect of post facilitation stretch on iliopsoas in the management of chronic mechanical of back
    Ambreen Fatima, Zahoor Ahmad, Nadia Azhar, Iqra Naz, Sania Aziz, Madiha Ali
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 928-931
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  39. Prevalence of neck pain and its contributing factors among ophthalmologists of Faisalabad, Pakistan
    Iqra Waseem, Komal Tariq, Abdul Salam, Tahir Mahmood, Munaza Tabassum
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 932-935
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  40. Effectiveness of post facilitation stretch technique versus myofascial release in piriformis syndrome: A Randomized controlled trial
    Naveed Ahmad, Muhammad Junaid Akram, Hamid Hussain, Iqra Imtiaz, Nasir Khan, Li Qi
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 936-939
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  41. Effects of Maitland’s segmental mobilization and general spine mobilization in patients with cervical spondylosis
    Kiran Afzal, Abdul Ghafoor Sajjad, Sajjan Iqbal Memon, Ramsha Tariq, Maryam Sulaiman
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 940-943
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  42. Knowledge of reproductive age women regarding placenta previa in Mosul City, Iraq
    Yamama Zuhir Abdul Kareem, Jwan Mohammed Hassan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 944-947
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.118176.20220928080543

  43. Effect of metformin on BMI, body circumferences and metabolic parameters in polycystic ovarian syndrome
    Ayesha Khan, Mehtab Munir, Hafiza Tuseef Sayyar, Hina Amjad, Nasim Karim
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 948-951
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  44. Physical activity phobia during third trimester of pregnancy
    Sadia Hussain, Maryam Hira, Kinza Ashfaq, Aiman Zehra, Iqra Imtiaz, Hamid Hussain
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 952-955
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  45. Effects of MP3 use on hearing threshold in young adults
    Fatima Rafique, Ghayas Khan, Hadia Sultan, Saira Zaman, Faiza Mushtaq, Atif Ikram
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 956-959
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  46. Early and late amplification of hearing loss in children: Phonological development perspective
    Naveeda Nazir, Ghulam Saqulain, Mehtab Khatoon
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 960-963
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  47. Spectrum of hearing loss in patients reporting to a potential cochlear implant center
    Amer Sabih Hydri, Junaid Hussain, Sana Muhammad Sadiq, Furqan Mirza, Ashok Kumar Khubchandani, Syeda Amna Bukhari
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 964-967
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  48. Stammering support group practice development & validation of tool: Identification of barriers perspective
    Sadia Chaudhry, Sadaf Noveen, Ghulam Saqulain, Naima Farooq
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 968-973
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  49. Comparison of aerobic & Tai Chi exercise on cardiopulmonary endurance levels in smoker university students; A randomized controlled trial
    Ibrahim Zafar, Ramsha Masood, Muhammad Junaid Akram, Sumaiyah Obaid Baig, Iqbal Tariq, Naveed Ahmad
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 974-977
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  50. Effects of graston assisted soft tissue mobilization in patients with chronic plantar fasciitis
    Maham Nasir, Lal Gul Khan, Kiran Haq, Usman Ahmed Khan, Marrium Batool, Sajjad Ali
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 978-981
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  51. The use of berg balance scale to prevent fall in geriatric patients
    Naveed Arshad, Maryam Shabbir, Muhammad Hanif
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 982-985
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  52. Level of shoulder instability among adult female competitive swimmers
    Noor Javaid, Adnan Hashim
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 986-987
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  53. Analysis of impact of extracurricular activities on academic performance of MBBS and BDS students
    Quratul ain Javaid, Shizma Junejo
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 988-991
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  54. Sport participation and academic performance among medical students
    Faisal Khan, Kainat Naseem, Syed Arif Ali, Rumana Batool
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 992-995
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  55. Evaluation of online dental education amid COVID-19 pandemic in undergraduate dental students of Pakistan
    Bharat Kumar, Imran Samejo, Shahid Mirani, Naseer Ahmed, Muneeb Ahmed Lone, Afsheen Maqsood
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 996-1000
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  56. Online teaching at Fazaia Medical College, Islamabad: the students’ perception
    Amer Sabih Hydri, Jawwad Ahmad, Chaudhary Aqeel Safdar, Khurshid Anwar
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1001-1004
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  57. Real-time tele dermatology in assessing clinical outcomes of skin diseases
    Samra Kanwal, Saadia Tabassum, Palvisha Qadri
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1005-1008
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  58. Roaming land of unknown: Making sense of medical learning in a traditional pre-clinical curriculum
    Sumia Fatima, Laiba Faheem, Sidra Hamid
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1009-1012
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  59. Experiences faced by MHPE graduates after their first year of post-graduation in Pakistan
    Farzana Fatima, Rehan Ahmed Khan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1013-1016
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  60. Assessment of spiromesifen peculiarities of migration into groundwater and surface water and prediction of risks to human health when using such water for drinking purposes
    Inna Tkachenko, Аnna Antonenko, Аndrii Borysenko, Sergii Omelchuk, Vasyl Bardov, Fedir Melnychuk
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1017-1021
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.131016.20221119031709

  61. Doctor-patient communication and its effects on patients’ quality of life in public hospitals of Multan city, Pakistan
    Sonia Jamil, Tehmina Sattar, Muhammad Imdad Ullah, Aneesa Kafait
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1022-1025
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  62. Effectiveness of exclusive breastfeeding holistic education
    Eni Folendra Rosa, I Gusti Ayu Putu Desy Rohana, Msy Hartina Ulfa
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1026-1029
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.111250.20220903124602

  63. Empowering parents as a support group for children with special needs in Bima, Indonesia
    Abdul Haris, Arismansyah Arismansyah, Ana Triana Wulandari
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1030-1033
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj129851.20221115121628

  64. How does health education media and methods could mostly attract for teenagers? cross-sectional study on junior and senior high school students in Bima-nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia
    Ahmad, Awan Dramawan, Martiningsih, Ade Wulandari
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1034-1038
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.106301.20220817012648

  65. Case Report

  66. Dengue Fever: A case series of severe complications and unusual manifestations
    Maria Abid, Kaleemullah Kakar, Mehreen Fatima, Fasiha Sohail, Arfeen Azam Khan, Kiran Abbas
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1039-1041
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  67. Effect of Bruegger’s relief exercise on forward head posture among electronic gadget users
    Hamna Afzal, Iram Dalawar, Anam Dalawar, Ahmad Murtaza, Shanza Tanveer, Amina Ahsan
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1042-1043
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  68. Improving cognitive and social deficits in Down's syndrome (Trisomy 21) using behavior modification techniques
    Kashaf, Ayesha Jabeen
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1044-1045
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  69. Technical Note

  70. Acknowledgement
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1046-1048
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  71. Author Index
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1049-1054
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  72. Subject Index
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1055-1060
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  73. Information for authors
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2022; 47(4): 1061-1061
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