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Significance of family history of cholelithiasis in a Pakistani population: A single center, descriptive cross-sectional study.
Medicine - 12 Jul 2024
Ali Mansab, Usman Amir, Usman Javeria, Abid Muhammad, Najeeb Wafa, Imran Muhammad, Fakih Nour
Abstract excerpt
Linkage studies have indicated a potential genetic predisposition to cholelithiasis. This study aims to determine the frequency of positive family history of gallstone disease in patients presenting with gallstones in a Pakistani population. A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted at the surgical department of the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital from June 30, 2023 to August 30, 2023. A total of...
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