Shahid Karim

Jan 7, 2025 | biorxiv.org | Yunzhou Dong |Joshua M. Bock |Shahid Karim |Prachi Singh

AbstractAldosterone, a hormone synthesized by the adrenal glands, plays a pivotal role in regulating both blood pressure and electrolyte balance and may contribute to long term cardiovascular risk. Recent findings suggest that adipose tissue might serve as a source for aldosterone production and secretion. Patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often exhibit elevated blood pressure levels and increased cardiovascular risk.

Dec 13, 2024 | peerj.com | Shahid Karim

Since its inception in 1914, the unscrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) has evolved significantly in both military and civilian applications. UAVs, as autopilot vehicles, are now extensively employed in military reconnaissance, disaster rescue, flood control, drought relief, border inspection, and other complex tasks due to their autonomous navigation capabilities and the ability to operate without direct human intervention.

Jun 1, 2024 | theprofesional.com | Punhal Khan |Shahid Karim |RAJESH KUMAR |Vishal Kumar

Abstract Objective: To determine the correlation of hepatic steatosis and fibrosis with body anthropometry among Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) patients presenting in outpatients Gastroenterology clinics in a tertiary care hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Department of Gastroenterology, Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. Period: October 2022 to March 2023.

May 4, 2024 | theprofesional.com | Shahid Karim |RAJESH KUMAR |Vishal Kumar |Punhal Khan

Abstract Objective: To determine sleep quality among functional dyspepsia (FD) patients presenting to gastroenterology out-patient clinic in a tertiary care hospital. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Setting: Department of Gastroenterology, Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan. Period: March 2022 to December 2023. Methods: FD diagnosis was established in view of ROME-IV criteria. Sleep quality was evaluated using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index PSQI scoring tool.