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RMJ is a general Medicine publication and accepts oorigial articles, editorials, case reports and commentaries. It aims to dessiminate medical knowldge to professional community.


 Aim and objectives of Rawal medical journal

 

AIM

To promote the science and art of medicine and the betterment of the public health.

 

OBJECTIVES

1.         To publish original, important, well-documented, peer-reviewed clinical and laboratory articles on a diverse range of medical topics

2.         To provide physicians with continuing education in basic and clinical science to support informed clinical decisions.

3.         To enable physicians to remain informed in multiple areas of medicine, including developments infields other than their own.

4.         To improve public health internationally by elevating the quality of medical care, disease prevention, and research provided by an informed readership.

5.         To foster responsible and balanced debate on controversial issues that affect medicine and health care.

6.         To forecast important issues and trends in medicine and health care.

7.         To inform readers about non-clinical aspects of medicine and public health, including the political, philosophic, ethical, legal, environmental, economic, historical and cultural.

8.         To recognize that, in addition to these specific objectives, THE JOURNAL has a social responsibility to improve the total human condition and to promote the integrity of science.

9.         To report American Medical Association policy, as appropriate, while maintaining editorial independence, objectivity and responsibility.

10.       To achieve the highest level of ethical medical journalism and to produce a publication that is timely, credible, and enjoyable to read.

   

2024, Vol: 49, Issue: 3


RMJ. Year: 2024, Volume: 49

    Editorial
  1. Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
    Nasir Khokhar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 465-466
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  2. Original Research
  3. Does serum vitamin D status reflect the severity of asthma? A comparative case control study
    Afshan Mehboob Khan, Ali Ahsan, Muhammad Saad Abdul Qadir, Uzair Abbas, Abdul Samad Khan, Shazia Nazar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 467-470
    » Abstract » PDF

  4. Original Research
  5. Systemic Immune Inflammation Index - An emerging marker for Rheumatoid Arthritis Disease Activity
    Taqdees Khaliq, Sarah Azam Shah
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 471-475
    » Abstract » PDF

  6. Original Research
  7. Prevalence of osteoarthritis in Nawab Shah, Pakistan: A cross-sectional study
    Munazzah Meraj, Faryal Adnan, Syed Murtaza Ali, Maria Naseer, Nadeem Khalid, Mohsina Hamid
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 476-478
    » Abstract » PDF

  8. Original Research
  9. Effect of oral ondansetron on gastrointestinal transit time when used in combination with oral rehydration therapy in acute gastroenteritis
    Mehwish Amin, Muhammad Waqar Aslam Khan, Abeera Sikandar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 479-483
    » Abstract » PDF

  10. Original Research
  11. Assessment of testosterone levels among workers exposed to higher workplace temperature versus Controls
    Maria Sarfraz, Muddasar Pervaiz, Sana Rehman Joya, Shabbir Ahmad, Nayab Mumtaz Chaudhary, Nasim Ilyas
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 484-487
    » Abstract » PDF

  12. Original Research
  13. Clinical characteristics of Mpox at a single center in Saudi Arabia: a retrospective study
    Fahad Abuguyan, Hassan Mohammad Aloraini, Alanoud Alessa, Tareq Al-Salamah, Fatimah Alshahrani, Lulwah Alabdan, Marytonia Valiyaveettil Antony
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 488-492
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240809035756

  14. Original Research
  15. Incidence of anti-tuberculosis drug induced liver injuries in patients receiving therapy-at a tertiary care hospital in Karachi: A cross-sectional study
    Saad Najam, Samia Perwaiz, Rizwana Warraich, Ajeet Kumar, Nosheen Iqbal, Syeda Urooj
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 493-496
    » Abstract » PDF

  16. Original Research
  17. Evaluation of Patient safety skills among nursing students
    Mohamed Gamal Elsehrawy
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 497-502
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240415082625

  18. Original Research
  19. Exploring the effect of different treatment modalities on health outcome in osteoporosis; A follow-up study
    Arsalan Shahid, Samia Perwaiz Khan, Rizwana Waraich, Safia Izhar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 502-507
    » Abstract » PDF

  20. Original Research
  21. Frequency of anxiety and depression among patients undergoing renal dialysis
    Anoop Kumar Juseja, Muhammad Ilyas Jat, Vijia Kumar Gemnani, Haresh Kumar Makhija, Suhail Aman Jokhio
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 507-510
    » Abstract » PDF

  22. Original Research
  23. Evaluating the influence of closed suction system on oxygen saturation, heart rate, and blood pressure in patients with mechanical ventilation
    Erida Daulay, Mula Tarigan, Farida Linda Sari Siregar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 511-514
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240524063904

  24. Original Research
  25. Prevalence of common mental illness and associated risk factors in patients reporting in DHQ hospital, Gilgit Baltistan
    Widad Mazhar Malik, Farzana Niyat Jan, Malika Saba, Rizwan Ali, Ahsan Ullah, Muhammad Baig
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 515-518
    » Abstract » PDF

  26. Original Research
  27. Risk factors causing acne and psychosocial effects of acne on medical students
    Aneela Anjum, Hafsa Shakeel, Muhammed Shakir Azeem, Sareema Shakeel, Taimur Khalil Sheikh, Farzana Majeed
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 519-522
    » Abstract » PDF

  28. Original Research
  29. Dermatoscopy assessment of treatment response of scabies patients
    Hozan Mohammad Qaseem, Zyad Sameem Aldabbagh, Mateen Ahmed Ali
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 523-527
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240528075709

  30. Original Research
  31. Role of different therapeutic systems to reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications by intervening type II diabetes
    Mahmood Sheikh, Sheikh Abdul Khaliq, Iqbal Azhar, Anab Fatima
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 528-533
    » Abstract » PDF

  32. Original Research
  33. Cognitive impairment in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
    Tehreem Ahmad, Asma Arman, Tahir Ansari, Hina Asghar, Rukhsana Abdul Sattar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 534-538
    » Abstract » PDF

  34. Original Research
  35. Clinicopathologic spectrum of colorectal polyps highlighting alarming frequency of pre-neoplastic adenomatous polyps with high grade dysplasia
    Sabika Batool Rizvi, Fouzia Lateef, Talat Mirza, Sobia Hassan
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 539-542
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  36. Original Research
  37. Comparison of the psychological distress among medical students of government and private medical universities amid COVID 19 pandemic
    Maryam Sadiq, Noman Sadiq, Muniba Zafar, Rimsha Pervaiz, Anum Sadiq, Zunera Hakim
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 543-546
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  38. Original Research
  39. Assessment of parenting psychological stress in raising autistic child
    Fouzia Hanif, Shahid Majeed, Sana Rehman Joya, Shahid Iqbal, Nasim Ilyas, Muhammad Imran
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 547-551
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  40. Original Research
  41. Assessment of factors affecting nutritional status of adolescent girls studying in Public Schools of Islamabad, Pakistan
    Saima Umer, Raima Asif, Uzma Hassan, Hina Tabassum, Tamkeen Jaffry, Rubab Zulfiqar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 552-556
    » Abstract » PDF

  42. Original Research
  43. Diagnostic utility of P53 in different grades of glioma
    Fareeha Shahid, Ayesha Sarwar, Ashok Kumar Tanwani, Maliha Saad, Maryam Zulfiqar, Maryam Waqar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 557-560
    » Abstract » PDF

  44. Original Research
  45. Outcomes of cutting Seton in treatment of high peri-anal fistula in Soba University and Ibrahim Malik hospitals, Khartoum, Sudan
    Abdelhadi Abdelgader Mohammed, Aamir Abdullahi Hamza
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 561-564
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240416055654

  46. Original Research
  47. Comparison of perineal tears among patients delivered vaginally in their first ongoing term pregnancies with and without episiotomy
    Huma Afridi, Aqsa Hussain, Beenish Riaz, Asma Haneef, Itaat Ullah Khan Afridi, Iqra Waheed
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 565-567
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  48. Original Research
  49. Effect of husband's support on anxiety level of mothers giving birth
    Abdullah Antaria, Vera Suzana Dewi Haris
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 568-571
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20230803032853

  50. Original Research
  51. Comparison of blood cells in pregnant women during 7th and 9th month of pregnancy from Khairpur, Pakistan
    Nasreen Naz Shahani, Safdar Ali Ujjan, Sanaullah Abbasi, Nasir Hussain Hajano, Khadim Hussain Memon, Kiran Naz Sahito
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 572-574
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  52. Original Research
  53. Effectiveness of metformin in recurrent miscarriages in a woman with polycystic ovarian syndrome
    Huma Afridi, Binish Tahir, Beenish Riaz, Fareesa Waqar, Itaat Ullah Khan Afridi, Iqra Waheed
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 575-578
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  54. Original Research
  55. Evaluation of allergen sensitization in Pakistani patients with allergic conjunctivitis.
    Nadia Akhtar, Ayisha Kausar, Nighat Akbar, Mir M Hassan Bullo
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 579-582
    » Abstract » PDF

  56. Original Research
  57. Screening time induce asthenopia among screenagers of Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences, Quetta, Pakistan
    Asem Hameed, Mahwish Akhtar Qureshi, Waseem Yousaf, Muhammad Haroon Sarfraz
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 583-586
    » Abstract » PDF

  58. Original Research
  59. Oxidative stress and antioxidant Vitamin C among cataract patients: A case control study
    Ghazala Panhwar, Kiran Fatima Mehboob Ali, Aqsa Ejaz, Haseeb Ali, Ejaz Latif, Muneer Azhar Choudry
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 587-591
    » Abstract » PDF

  60. Original Research
  61. Comparison of intraocular pressure and cup disc ratio in high myope and high hyperope
    Muhammad Arslan Ashraf, Mahar Safdar Ali Qasim, Sobia Yousaf, Kiran Shakeel Alvi, Umara Gul, Malaika Majeed
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 592-595
    » Abstract » PDF

  62. Original Research
  63. Risk factors for keratoconus in Pakistani population: A case control study
    Umara Gul Khalid, Ayisha Zahid, Faiza Akhtar, Muhammad Arslan Ashraf, Liaqat ullah Khan
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 596-598
    » Abstract » PDF

  64. Original Research
  65. Frequency of complications in endoscopic sinus surgery: while using all preventive measures documented in literature.
    Tallat Najeeb, Nisa Siddiqui, Saleem Ahmed, Azam Khan, Abdul Hameed Bhatti
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 599-602
    » Abstract » PDF

  66. Original Research
  67. Frequency of non-carious cervical lesions in patients requiring prosthodontic treatment at a teaching hospital in KPK, Pakistan: A cross-sectional study
    Ambreen Usmani
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 603-605
    » Abstract » PDF

  68. Original Research
  69. Prevalence of temporomandibular joint disorders and their association with anxiety and bruxism in dental students and house officers: a cross-sectional study from Punjab, Pakistan
    Ijaz ur Rehman, Hammad Hassan, Salman Amin, Muhammad Hassan, Tahmasub Faraz Tayyab, Faiza Rehman
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 606-611
    » Abstract » PDF

  70. Original Research
  71. Patients’ Mental Health Data and Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) Safety: Analyzing Raspberry pi vulnerabilities
    Adil E. Rajput, Samara Ahmed, Lora I. Kasher,
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 612-616
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240506101607

  72. Original Research
  73. Effects of mobilization with movement and Maitland grade III mobilization on pain and physical function in plantar fasciitis
    Fatima Mazhar, Muhammad Salman Bashir, Rabiya Noor, Tooba Arif, Rimsha Tariq, Aqsa Minahil
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 617-619
    » Abstract » PDF

  74. Original Research
  75. Ensuring accuracy of endotracheal tube placement by performing upper airway ultrasonography vs chest auscultation
    Muhammad Asad Altaf, Inayat Ali Khan, Barkat Ullah, Ayaz Ghulam Rasool, Muhabbat Ali Khaki, Abdul Sami Qureshi
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 620-623
    » Abstract » PDF

  76. Original Research
  77. Factors affecting adherence to medical nutrition therapy and physical activity among people with type 2 diabetes
    Thamina Rashid, Musarrat Riaz, Saima Askari
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 624-628
    » Abstract » PDF

  78. Original Research
  79. Frequency of mild cognitive impairments and its association with functional outcomes in stroke
    Misbah Ghous, Faiqa Shahid, Kainat Shahid, Huma iqbal, Saira Jahn
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 629-632
    » Abstract » PDF

  80. Original Research
  81. Geriatric ear diseases; A teaching hospital experience in Sargodha, Pakistan
    Sana Muhammad Sadiq, Ghulam Fareed, Sajid Rasheed Nagra, Maqbool Ahmed, Junaid Mahesar, Rabia Shoket
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 633-636
    » Abstract » PDF

  82. Original Research
  83. Prevalence of trochanteric bursitis in patients with grade-I & grade-II knees osteoarthritis
    Shehla Gul, Tooba Arif, Rimsha Tariq, Fatima Mazhar, Erum Ghaffar, Amina Abaid, Aneeqa Aqdas
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 637-639
    » Abstract » PDF

  84. Original Research
  85. Predictors of perception of young physician about their career: A cross-sectional study
    Syed Kumail Hasan Kazmi, Ali Ghazanfar, Hassan Saleem, Sumera Gondal, Alvina Aziz, Syed Ashoor Hasan Kazmi
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 640-643
    » Abstract » PDF

  86. Original Research
  87. Development of learning models teeth brushing skills in early childhood; Is it needed?
    Ni Nyoman Kasihani, Etin Solihatin, Dwi Kusumawardani
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 644-648
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240304062624

  88. Original Research
  89. Frequency and type of tobacco consumption in oral squamous cell carcinoma patients and its association with age and gender
    Madiha Soban, Faizah Mughal, Fauzia Perveen, Razeen Fahad, Zareen Naz, Tahira Assad
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 648-651
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  90. Original Research
  91. Relationship between demographic characteristics and motivational factors among healthcare providers at a secondary care hospital in Karachi, Pakistan
    Saima Murad, Aisha Majid, Shahida Hafeez Memon
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 652-655
    » Abstract » PDF

  92. Original Research
  93. Comparison of nigella sativa and pioglitazone on hyperglycemia, adiponectin and resistin in streptozotocin induced diabetic mice
    Ghulam Mustafa Lodhi, Ayesha Shafqat, Beenish Zafar, Misbah Batool, Roomisa Anis, Azhar Ali Kazmi
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 656-660
    » Abstract » PDF

  94. Original Research
  95. In vitro insights: Investigating pro-apoptotic potential of capsaicin against HL-60, Human Leukemia cell line
    Hafiz Muhammad Haseeb Khaliq, Owais Aziz, Monika Wadhwa, Shahla Imran
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 661-664
    » Abstract » PDF

  96. Original Research
  97. Investigating Hesperidin as a potential neuroprotective agent for Autism-induced Rats Models
    Pirya Nangdev, Rabia Bughio, Amber Ghani, Khalida Parveen, Monika Wadhwa, Hafiz Muhammad Haseeb Khaliq
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 665-668
    » Abstract » PDF

  98. Original Research
  99. Prevention of doxorubicin-associated cardiac toxicity by metformin, vitamin E, and carvedilol: A comparative study
    Khalida Ajmal, Ayesha Afzal, Saima Rafique, Abbera Sikandar, Zahid Mahmood, Ayman Zafar
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 669-672
    » Abstract » PDF

  100. Review Article
  101. Approaches and interventions for postoperative pain management: A comprehensive review
    Mohamed Khalid Hussein Khalid
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 673-677
    » Abstract » PDF

  102. Review Article
  103. Role of baricitinib and sotrovimab in the management of COVID-19
    Darmadi Darmadi, Cennikon Pakpahan, Sem Samuel Surja
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 678-681
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240407084012

  104. Review Article
  105. Unraveling the potential of saliva: Exploring biomarker detection in xerostomia diagnosis
    Saira Atif, Norsila Abdul Wahab, Sarah Ghafoor, Ahmad Azlina, Sadia Rana, Muhammad Qasim Saeed
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 682-685
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240111061454

  106. Review Article
  107. Morphological appraisal of the vermiform appendix: A systematic review
    Elghazaly A Elghazaly, Ahmed Abdalla Jarelnape
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 686-690
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20231217034702

  108. Review Article
  109. Analysis of Curcumin on proliferation, apoptosis and differentiation of hepatocyte mice balb/C exposure to benzapyrene: A Systematic Review
    Maslichah Mafruchati, Jonathan Makuwira
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 691-694
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20230113082523

  110. Review Article
  111. Evaluating physical therapy interventions for pediatric developmental disorders: Enhancing motor skill
    Jung-Ho Lee
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 695-700
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240423023344

  112. Review Article
  113. Social Anxiety Disorder in Asian adolescents and parenting: A systematic review
    Uzma Ilyas, Mahnoor Bashir, Tayyaba Akhtar, Kashaf Shah
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 701-705
    » Abstract » PDF

  114. Review Article
  115. Association of resilience with caregiver burden in caring for the elderly with stroke; a systematic review
    Hongyun Chen, Norafisyah Makhdzir, Wei Chao Loh
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 706-711
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240529021020

  116. Case Report
  117. Long-term follow up of a patient with Camurati–Engelmann disease: Case report and literature review
    Mi Ra Kim, Hye-kyung Shim
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 712-715
    » Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/rmj.20240519073529

  118. Technical Note
  119. Front Page
    Rawal Medical Journal
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  120. Technical Note
  121. Contents
    Rawal Medical Journal
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  122. Technical Note
  123. Complete issue
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 465-715
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  124. Technical Note
  125. Information for Authors
    Rawal Medical Journal
    RMJ. 2024; 49(3): 716-716
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