Research
Innovative Research and Development
Our department is highly committed to conducting cutting-edge research, and we take immense pride in our active involvement in various research endeavors. With a dedicated team, we strive to push the boundaries of knowledge in our field. Our research work has gained significant recognition, both at the national and international levels, resulting in numerous publications that have contributed to the advancement of our discipline. By engaging in rigorous research methodologies, collaborating with esteemed institutions, and staying updated with the latest developments, we continuously seek to make valuable contributions to our field and foster a culture of innovation and excellence.
Research Interests
Exploring innovative strategies to prevent and manage heart (cardiac) diseases, focusing on lifestyle interventions, medications, and advanced therapies.
Investigating new and minimally invasive surgical techniques for heart (cardiac), vascular, and thoracic conditions to improve patient outcomes and recovery times.
Researching cutting-edge imaging technologies and methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of diagnosing heart (cardiac) and vascular diseases.
Studying novel treatments and management strategies for heart failure, including medication regimens, lifestyle changes, and surgical options.
Examining the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of aortic and peripheral vascular diseases, including hybrid and endovascular procedures.
Focusing on the unique challenges and advancements in diagnosing and treating congenital heart (cardiac) diseases in children.
Research and Publications
- Outcomes of Surgical Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot: A Comparison Between the Adult and Pediatric Population Clap. Meenal S. Khan, Azam Jan, Haseeb Ahmed, Mudassar Khan, Ahmad D. Khan, Rafat Shakil, Bahauddin Khan, Zarkesha Aman, Waleed S. Ali, Ahmad Mahmood
- Effect of COVID-19 on the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Procedures Mix at a Tertiary Care Hospital. Ullah R, Hayat MK, Shakil R, Jan A, Rustam Z, Awan NI. Cureus. 2022 Jan 23;14(1):e21522. doi: 10.7759/cureus.21522. PMID: 35223298; PMCID: PMC8863118.
- Preoperative Anemia as a Predictor of Morbidity and Mortality in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgical Patients: Our Four Years' Experience SAFAA, Rifat Shakil, Bahauddin Khan, Azam Jan, Imtiaz Ahmad, Mujahid Ul Islam, ... PBMJ 5 (1)
- Trends in per-operative parameters and postoperative complications associated with coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG); A four-year retrospective study. A Jan, MK Hayat, MAA Khan, R Ullah. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences 37 (7), 1734
- Management of retrosternal goitres: A 4 year institutional review in a tertiary hospital.Ihsan Ullah, Sanaullah Khan, Nazish Izhar Khan, Azam Jan, Mohammad Ahmad Arsalan Khan, Muhammad Khizar Hayat. Professional Medical Journal. Vol. 28 No. 11 (2021): VOL. 28 No. 11
- The Lung Mass and Nodule: A Case Series: The Lung Mass and Nodule. Azam Jan, Naseer Ahmed, Nabil Iftikhar Awan, Bahauddin Khan, Mujahid Ul-Islam, Imtiaz Ahmed, Ahsan Shabbir, Amir Mohammad, Hussain Shah. Pakistan BioMedical Journal 4 (1)
- Early Chest Re-Exploration for Excessive Bleeding in Post Cardiac Surgery Patients: Does It Matter? M ul Islam, I Ahmad, B Khan, A Jan, N Ali, WH Khan, O Farooq, H Khan, ... Cureus 13 (5)
- Pulmonary Hypertension as a Predictor of Early Outcomes of Mitral Valve Replacement: A Study in Rheumatic Heart Disease Patients. Farooq O, Jan A, Ghani U, Qazi U, Hassan Khan W, Alam S, Khan MJ, Khan OA, Awan NI, Shah H. Cureus. 2021
- Comparison of magnesium sulphate with placebo for prevention of atrial fibrillation in post Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) patients. Azam Jan, Adnan Tahir, Faridulah Khan, Naseer Ahmed, Humaira Achakzai, Marib Ghulam ... Interv. Cardiol. (2021) 13,S7: 160-165, 160-165
- A comparison of robotic, laparoscopic, and hand-sewn intestinal sutured anastomoses performed by residents. Marecik SJ, Chaudhry V, Jan A, Pearl RK, Park JJ, Prasad LM. Am J Surg. 2007 Mar;193(3):349-55; discussion 355. doi: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2006.09.018. PMID: 17320533.
- Incidence and Causes of Reintubation Other Than Reopening of the Chest in Post-Cardiac Surgical Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital I Ahmad, B Khan, A Jan, O Farooq, WH Khan, U Ghani Cureus 13 (5)
- Interventional Approach to Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst in Thoracic Surgery Unit of a Tertiary Care Hospital.I Tahir, M Ahmad, A Jan, SK Khattak, N Awan, AH Khan Ophthalmology Update 19 (2)