Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry

PJMD

The Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry (PJMD) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal founded in 2012, dedicated to advancing the fields of medicine, dentistry, and allied health sciences. Serving as an essential platform for the dissemination of innovative research and advancements, PJMD aims to enhance the understanding and application of medical and dental practices.

Introduction

The Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry (PJMD) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal founded in 2012, dedicated to advancing the fields of medicine, dentistry, and allied health sciences. Serving as an essential platform for the dissemination of innovative research and advancements, PJMD aims to enhance the understanding and application of medical and dental practices.

With a commitment to evidence-based methodologies, the journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case reports, and clinical studies that contribute to healthcare knowledge at both local and global levels. PJMD fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, encouraging innovative solutions to contemporary health challenges.

The journal provides a dynamic forum for academics, practitioners, and healthcare professionals to exchange ideas, stay informed about the latest developments, and actively contribute to improved healthcare outcomes. Upholding rigorous ethical standards in research and publication, PJMD ensures that all content is of the highest quality and relevance.

By supporting both established and emerging scholars, PJMD seeks to promote the growth of medical and dental knowledge in Pakistan and beyond, making a significant impact on public health.

History of PJMD

Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry (PJMD) ISSN (Print): 2313-7371 ISSN (Online): 2308-2593 is a leading, quarterly, biomedical journal of Pakistan. Our Journal has been included in the journal list of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) since 2019, indexed in DOAJ since 2024. PJMD is nationally recognized by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC), and the Higher Education Commission, Pakistan (HEC). It is included in the “Y ^‡” category of HEC journals.

CURRENT STATISTICS

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Current Articles

Volume 15 | Issue 03 | 2026

EDITORIAL

Bridging Pakistan’s Child Survival Gap: ChildLife Foundation’s Integrated Hub-and-Spoke Model

Jaweria Mukhtiar Ahmed, Abida Hassan, Muhammad Irfan Habib

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

Impact of Age and Duration on Irreducible Inguinal Hernia (IIH) in Pediatric Population

Syed Muhammad Abuzar Ali, Naima Zamir

Clinicopathological Evaluation Of Pediatric Cervical Lymphadenopathy At The National Institute Of Child Health, Karachi

Salma Parween, Asma Shabbir, Lareb Asad, Faiza Zeeshan, Humaira Erum, Mehwish Sajjad

Effect Of Adrenaline (1:80,000) Containing Local Anesthesia On Glycemic Level Of Diabetic Patients And Healthy Individuals Undergoing Tooth Extraction

Hadiqa Noor, Muhammad Ilyas, Safia Khatoon, Qaimuddin Shaikh, Bushra, Talha Asad Khan

Comparison of the Treatment Outcome of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide and Intralesional Verapamil Hydrochloride in Patients Presenting with Keloid at Tertiary Care Hospital, Bahawalpur

Bakhtawar, Mughese Amin, Salman Ashraf, Farhat ul Aynn, Tayyaba, Zobia Zulfiqar

Association of Serum Vitamin D Levels and Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR) with Subclinical Hypothyroidism Severity in Adults

Shahid Shazad, Faheem Ullah

Intralesional Vitamin D3 Vs Cryotherapy: A Comparative Approach To Palmoplantar Wart Management At A Tertiary Care Hospital, Karachi

Laila Aijaz, Sameena Kousar, Hina Mazhar, Ishtiaq Ahmed, Elvina Erum, Tehniat Atique

Evaluating the Complexity of Impacted Maxillary Canines: Severity and Treatment Challenges in Orthodontic Patients at JMDC Dental Hospital, Karachi.

Sadia Shabbir Jumani, Rooma Shahid, Anam Sattar, Salwa Siddiqui, Areeba Naz, Iqra Fayyaz, Rehmatullah Kandhro

Frequency of Post-Operative Complications of Posterior Fossa Tumors Surgery at Prime Teaching Hospital

Syed Hanifullah, Akram Ullah, Irfan Ali, Bakhat Jehan

Comparative Evaluation of Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte ratio and Platelet-to-Lymphocyte ratio with Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate and C-Reactive Protein as Markers of Systemic Inflammation.

Muhammad Irtza Tanveer, Noor Fatima Nadeem, Sadaf Farzand, Areeba Manzoor, Syed Kumail Ali Rizvi, Hanzalah Samee, Ambereen Anwar

Kaiser Permanente Sepsis Risk Calculator for Screening of Early Neonatal Sepsis at a Tertiary Care Hospital of Karachi, Pakistan

Bushra Shabbir, Sana Abbas, Humnah Mandvia, Syeda Batool Zehra, Ibrahim Shakoor

Comparative Evaluation of Mandibular Range of Movements Among Angle’s Malocclusion Classes.

Asma Saher Ansari, Imtiaz Ahmed, Ume Hani, Zairah Muqaddas, Shujah Adil Khan, Abdur Rehman

Clinical Features and Etiology of Patients Having Advanced Stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma on Initial Presentation

Nawal Qadus, Fahad Naim, Noor Ul Ain Maryam, Sana Arshad, Syeda Tabreek Mutahir, Awais Naeem

Evaluation of SAR Angle as a Cephalometric Indicator for Sagittal Jaw Discrepancy in Skeletal Class II Malocclusion

Irum Nawaz, Zubair Hassan Awaisi

The Scorecard: Comparing Different Scoring Systems To Predict The Surgical Outcome Of Pyeloplasty In Children

Subhan Ahmed Sajjad, Sherjeel Saulat, Jahanzeb Shaikh, Umber Rasheed, Ashba Mushtaque, Muhammad Faizan Shaikh

Clinicopathological Spectrum of Oral Submucous Fibrosis in a Tertiary Care Setting

Ahmed Shakeel, Safiya Javed, Razia Asif, Wajid Ali Rajper, Waqar Azeem, Rummana Aqeel, Amanullah Khan

Correlation Between Thyroid Hormone Profiles and KDIGO Risk Categories In Diabetic Kidney Disease

Hina Francis, Mateen Akram, Sundus Shahzad, Sibgha Ahmed, Muhammad Usman, Masood Butt, Sameer Sattar

Metabolic Consequences of Hypovitaminosis D in Women with PCOS in Healthcare Settings in Karachi

Bilquees Mustafa, Shazia Saeed, Sarfaraz Khan, Asmat Ehsan Khan, Tanzeel Asad Khan

Management of Chronic Venous Leg Ulcers in Low Socioeconomic Settings Without Access to Four-Layer Compression Systems: A Practical Approach in Pakistan

Maaz Moin Khan, Ilyas Sadiq, Muhammad Nasir, Choudhary Adeel Ahmad, Nabeel Shahid, Ameer Hamza

Association of Doppler Ultrasound with Endoscopic Findings to Diagnose Portal Hypertension in Chronic Liver Disease Children

Summayah Ayub, Arit Parkash, Kanwal Laique, Sandeep Kumar, Roomesa Farooq

Oral Mineralocorticoid-Receptor Antagonist Vs Topical 0.3 % Nepafenac For The Treatment Of Acute Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

Ahmad Hasan Khan Alizai, Adnan Aslam Saleem, Yaseen Lodhi, Danish Gani, Muhammad Kashif Habib, Irfan Aslam Khattak, Rabia Faheem

Medical Education

AI-Assisted Assessment Tools: Improving Accuracy and Reducing Bias in Community Medicine and Medical Training Evaluation

Ghazala Yasmin, Sadia Yousuf, Ayesha Sadia, Muhammad Nazir, Ayesha Memon, Muhammad Khaliq

Pedagogical Impact on Faculty by Certification in Health Professions Education

Shaur Sarfaraz, Samira Adnan, Rabia Aftab, Naseer Ahmed, Faryaal Khalid

Review Article

The Itch Scratch Sleep Cycle In Pediatric Patients With Atopic Dermatitis: A Comprehensive Review.

Humaira Shamim, Maryam Raza, Muhammad Hassaan Zia, Nauman Hakeem, Muhammad Abdul Wahab, Toor, Saba Iqbal

Meta-Analysis

Comparative Outcomes of Hemodialysis vs. Peritoneal Dialysis: Quality of Life, Complications, and Survival Analysis

Asmat Ullah Ali, Imran Khalid, Agha Ghulam, Mustafa Pathan, Hussain Khan

Exploring the Schematic Assessment of Biomechanical Strength of Titanium Versus Stainless Steel Plates in Forearm Fractures

Syed Ahmad Bilal Bukhari, Tajammal Butt, Pashmina Shaikh, Mira Khalid, Muhammad Arsalan Shah

Comprehensive Meta-Analytical Insights into Rational usage of Antibiotics, Resistance Dynamics, and Genomic Pathways of Multidrug-Resistant Infections

Nimra Asghar, Shumaila Kanwel, Kashaf Tariq, Zeeshan Hussain, Syed Imtiaz Ali Zaidi, Ejaz Ahmed

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