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Volume 35, 12 Issues, 2025

Journal of College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (JCPSP), is an open access, peer reviewed monthly biomedical journal of the country published regularly since 1991. College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan is the parent body of this Journal.


The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide credits to educational activities.

CPSP designates '3 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits' for review of the manuscript of an original study.


Latest Articles
Volume 35 | Issue 12 | December 2025
Teaching and Assessment of Professionalism in Health Professions Education

By Alam Sher Malik


Comparison of Oblique Subcostal Transversus Abdominis Plane Block and External Oblique Intercostal Plane Block for Postoperative Pain Management in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

By Gamze Ertas, Hamiyet Senol Cakmak, Mehmet Alperen Avci, Kevser Uzunoglu Yildirim, Can Akgun, Serkan Tulgar

ABSTRACT Objective: To compare the efficacy and safety of oblique subcostal transversus abdominis plane (OSTAP) block and external oblique intercostal plane (EOIP) block for postoperative pain management in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC). Study Design: A randomised controlled ...

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GPX8, COL1A1, RAB31, and Other Genes as Diagnostic Biomarkers for Crohn's Disease: A Bioinformatics Analysis Using Machine Learning

By Ruan Qiang, Lu Ya Wei, Gu Guo Sheng

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify potential pivotal genes associated with Crohn's disease (CD) that may serve as potential diagnostic biomarkers. Study Design: A bioinformatics analysis. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Gastrointestinal Dysfunction Centre, Anhui No.2 Provincial Peopl...


Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Conventional Versus Distal Transradial (Snuffbox) Access for Coronary Vascular Intervention

By Aiysha Nasir, Ghufran Adnan, Ihsan Ullah, Awais Farhad, Tahir Munir, Muhammad Nasir Rahman

ABSTRACT Objective: To compare distal transradial access (dTRA) via the anatomical snuffbox as an alternative to conventional transradial access (TRA) for coronary angiography and angioplasty in terms of clinical outcomes and feasibility. Study Design: An observational study. Place and Duration of t...


An Evaluated Preoperative C-Reactive Protein Level as a Predictor of Difficult Laparoscopic Appendectomy

By Sana Shahid, Erum Kazim, Bushra Kiran Naeem, Lamia Batool Rizvi, Raheel Ahmed, Syed Muhammad Hamza

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of elevated preoperative C-reactive protein (CRP) level in predicting a difficult laparo- scopic appendectomy (LA). Study Design: A descriptive study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of General Surgery, Dr Ruth, K. M. Pfau Civil Ho...


Bariatric Surgery and Its Impact on Postoperative Dietary Habits: A Prospective Behavioural Study

By Mushtaq Ahmad, Shumaila Bibi, Waqar Ahmad, Maria Alamgir, Mah Noor Dad Khan, Abdul Haseeb Sahibzada

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the impact of bariatric surgery on postoperative eating behaviour and dietary compliance. Study Design: A descriptive study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Bariatric Surgery, International Metabolic and Bariatric Centre, Afridi Medical Complex, Peshawar,...


Sarcopenia Associated with All-Cause Mortality Risk

By Shuping Zhang, Zhaoyang Zeng

ABSTRACT Objective: To examine the association of sarcopenia with elevated all-cause mortality risk. Study Design: Descriptive study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Endocrinology, the First College of Clinical Medical Science, China Three Gorges University, Yichang Central People'...

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The Impact of Plasma Homocysteine on Cardiac Valve Calcification in Patients Undergoing Maintenance Haemodialysis

By Meiyuan Li, Renjun Yang, Lili Yang, Ning Zhao, Yajing He, Xiu Yang

ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the impact of plasma homocysteine (Hcy) levels on the cardiac valve calcification (CVC) in patients undergoing maintenance haemodialysis (MHD). Study Design: A retrospective observational analysis. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Nephrology, Hangzho...


Development of a Cellular Senescence-Related Risk Model as a Prognostic Biomarker and Immunotherapy Response in Lung Squamous Cell Carcinoma

By Kai Kang, Sheng Wang, Xinjun Liang, Yajun Mao

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify cellular senescence-associated genes in lung squamous cell carcinoma (LUSC) and explore their relationship with tumour microenvironment, immunotherapy response, and prognosis. Study Design: An observational study. Place and Duration of the Study:  Department...


Preoperative Albumin-to-Fibrinogen Ratio as an Outcome Predictor in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

By Shuo Wu, Weijie Li

ABSTRACT Objective: To elucidate the prognostic value of the albumin-to-fibrinogen ratio (AFR) in patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). Study Design: An observational study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Medical Oncology, Cancer Hospital of China Medical University, L...

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Diagnostic Efficacy of Serum PDCD4 and HSP70 Levels for Lymph Node Metastasis in Early Cervical Cancer

By Xiaohua Zhao, Jing Zhang, Yan Xia, Shuang Liu, Weiyan Li

ABSTRACT Objective: To investigate the diagnostic value of serum programmed cell death protein 4 (PDCD4) and heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) levels in detecting lymph node metastasis (LNM) in patients with early-stage cervical cancer (International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics [FIGO] stage...


Could the Use of Pacifiers in Infancy Be Associated with Binge Eating Disorder and Obesity in Adolescents?

By Berna Eroglu Filibeli, Gulten Tuncerler, Gonca Ozyurt, Bumin Dundar, Gonul Catli

ABSTRACT Objective: To explore the association between the use of pacifiers during infancy and the occurrence of binge eating disorder (BED) and obesity in adolescence. Study Design: A case-control study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Paediatric Endocrinology, Izmir Tepecik Trainin...


Whole Slide Imaging in Genitourinary Pathology:
A Cloud-Based Digitisation Workflow for Resource-Limited Settings

By Aisha Memon, Talat Zehra, Sarosh Moeen, Mahin Shams, Anil Parwani, Saad Nadeem

ABSTRACT Objective: To digitise genitourinary glass slides and use them for research, education, and knowledge sharing. Study Design: Observational study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, from May 2...

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Protective Role of Whole Wheat Against Stress-Induced Hormonal and Sperm Abnormalities in Male Rats

By Ruqaiyya Nazir, Shazia Ali, Rabia Azhar, Humaira Fayyaz Khan, Shagufta Feroz, Ghazala Jawwad

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the effectiveness of whole wheat in reversing hormonal disturbances and sperm abnormalities induced by stress in male rats. Study Design: An experimental study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Physiology, Islamic International Medical College, Rawalpindi,...


Artificial Intelligence in the Diagnosis and Assessment of Periodontitis: A Systematic Review

By Farzeen Tanwir, Eesha Hameed, Tauqeer Bibi

ABSTRACT The present systematic review aimed to evaluate the utilisation of artificial intelligence (AI) across several aspects of periodontal diagnosis and treatment planning by studying and analysing recent literature on the assessment of periodontitis through various radiographic analysis models ...


Facilitators, Barriers, and Recommendations for Overcoming Challenges to HIV Self-Testing Uptake among Homosexual Men in Asia: A Meta-Synthesis

By Safdar Kamal Pasha, Usman Ali

ABSTRACT This paper aimed to identify the facilitators, barriers, and recommendations for overcoming challenges to HIV self-testing (HIVST) uptake among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender (TG) people in Asia. Using a systematic search strategy, databases including PubMed, OCLC, EBSCOhos...


Evaluation of Hypermobility in Rhinoplasty: A Case-Control and Cross-Sectional Study

By Omer Faruk Kocak, Mahmut Alpayci, Canser Yilmaz Demir, Server Ilter, Nazim Bozan

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the frequency and severity of joint hypermobility (JH) in rhinoplasty patients and to assess rhinoplasty satisfaction in rhinoplasty cases with JH. Study Design: Comparative cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Plastic and Aesthetic S...


Effectiveness of Cross-Spreader Graft Technique in a Crooked Nose Surgery

By Omer Erdag

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of the cross-spreader graft technique (CSGT) in an I-shaped crooked nose surgery. Study Design: Retrospective observational study. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Otorhinolaryngology, University of Health Sciences Gazi Yasargil Trainin...

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Development and Validation of a Nomogram for Predicting Progression-Free Survival in Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Patients Treated with Anlotinib

By Zhengyu Wu, Peng Zhou, Yanan Zhao, Junping Wang, Shan Gao

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine factors influencing progression-free survival (PFS) in patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treated with anlotinib and to create a predictive model using a nomogram. Study Design: A descriptive study. Place and Duration of the Study: Clinical Res...


Association of Food Taboos and Pica with Dietary Patterns in Pregnant Women

By Muneeba Tahir, Zil E Rubab, Umaid Zafar, Noor Ur Rehman

ABSTRACT Objective: To find out the association of food taboos and pica with dietary patterns in pregnant women. Study Design: A cross-sectional survey. Place and Duration of the Study: Al-Shifa School of Public Health, Al-Shifa Eye Trust Hospital, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, from April to September 2023...


Warfare Injuries: A Case Series of Retained Foreign Bodies in the Genitourinary Tract

By Liaqat Ali, Shehzad Faiz, Fareeha Afridi, Faiza Hayat, Sara Kalsoom

ABSTRACT Objective: To present the management of retained foreign bodies in the genitourinary system resulting from warfare, bomb blasts, and firearm-related injuries. Study Design: Descriptive case series. Place and Duration of the Study: Department of Urology, Institute of Kidney Diseases, Hayatab...


AI Tools in Medical Research and Writing: Balancing Innovation with Critical Thinking among Young Researchers and Students

By Farooq Azam Rathore, Fareeha Farooq

ABSTRACT Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have been integrated into medical research and writing at a rapid pace since ChatGPT was launched in November 2022. This development has created unprecedented opportunities for efficiency and accessibility in research and writing. This viewpoint examines t...


Development and Validation of a Tool to Evaluate Dental Residents’ Understanding and Satisfaction with Their Postgraduate Exit Summative Assessment

By Syed Murtaza Raza Kazmi, Fakeha Azhar Syed, Tabassum Zehra

ABSTRACT Students’ comprehension of the assessment process is critical for effective evaluation. The authors at the Aga Khan University Hospital developed a questionnaire to assess Pakistan’s dental postgraduate residents' understanding and satisfaction with the summative assessment...


Association Between Mental Health and Metabolic Dysfunction–Associated Fatty Liver Disease

By Ji Hyeon Park, Yoo Jeong Lee, In Cheol Hwang, Hong Yup Ahn

ABSTRACT Depression has recently been identified as a potential predisposing factor for metabolic dysfunction–associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) among adults in the US. This cross-sectional, nationwide study examined the association between mental health and MAFLD in Korean adults. Mental ...


Unravelling Green Urine: A Clinical Conundrum

By Syed Bilal Hashmi, Muhammad Umer Naeem Efendi, Sibtain Ahmed


The Future of Teleradiology in Pakistan: Boon or Burden for Healthcare

By Muhammad Haseeb Malik


Ectopic Tooth in the Nasal Cavity Following Maxillary Ameloblastoma Resection

By Wanhong Liang


Primary Hepatic Neuroendocrine Tumour Misdiagnosed as Liver Metastases of Lung Adenocarcinoma: A Rare Case

By Junzi Liu, Long Ye, Qiyu Liu


Treatment of Generalised Exfoliative Red Dermatitis due to Gastric Malignancy with a Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Regimen

By Ailing Li, Yawen Shi, Xiaoxiao Wei