Lahore General Hospital

This study compared two ways to remove early-stage bladder tumors: the standard method that removes the tumor in pieces, and a newer 'en bloc' method that removes it in one piece. Researchers wanted to see if the en bloc method gives better tissue samples and lowers the chance of…

This study compared two medicines, terlipressin and octreotide, in 60 adults with hepatorenal syndrome, a serious kidney problem caused by advanced liver disease. The goal was to see which drug improves kidney function more within 48 hours. Results help doctors choose the better …

This study tested whether giving more IV fluids (lactated Ringer's solution) during and after an ERCP procedure can prevent pancreatitis, a common complication. 126 adults having their first ERCP were randomly assigned to receive either standard or aggressive hydration. The goal …

This study tested whether placing antibiotics directly into the surgical wound, in addition to standard IV antibiotics, could reduce infections after surgery. 284 adults having elective procedures like hernia repair or gallbladder removal took part. The goal was to see if the com…

This study compared two common surgeries for removing large upper ureteral stones (10-20 mm): ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URS), which uses a thin scope through the urinary tract to break the stone, and laparoscopic ureterolithotomy (LU), which uses small abdominal incisions to rem…

This study compared two surgical techniques for treating varicocele, a condition where veins around the testicle become enlarged and can cause discomfort or fertility issues. One hundred men aged 20 to 60 were randomly assigned to receive either open surgery (through a small cut …