SIALKOT:The Department of Neurosurgery at Khawaja Muhammad Safdar Medical College (KMSMC), Sialkot,held its weekly Clinicopathological Conference (CPC) to discuss recurrent traumatic cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) findings and their implications for neurosurgical diagnosis and patient care,here on Wednesday.
The academic session was held under the patronage of Principal KMSMC Prof.Dr.Huma Kayani Saigol and the supervision of Dr.Imran Ali, Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at Allama Iqbal Memorial Teaching Hospital (AIMTH), Sialkot.
Vice Principal KMSMC Prof. Dr.Sana Sabir attended the conference along with faculty members,consultants, specialty registrars, demonstrators, house officers and fourth- and final-year MBBS students.
Dr.Wajiha,Specialty Registrar in Neurosurgery, and Dr. Rabia Sadeeq, House Officer, delivered presentations on the clinical interpretation of CSF findings following traumatic brain injuries.
The discussion highlighted the importance of correlating CSF findings with patients’ clinical presentations and identifying potential complications, including cerebrospinal fluid leakage through the nose or ears, intracranial haemorrhage and post-traumatic infections, particularly in cases involving skull-base injuries or CSF leaks.
Participants also underscored the importance of comprehensive clinical assessment and appropriate neuroimaging in detecting complications and guiding treatment decisions.
The conference emphasized that systematic evaluation, careful interpretation of clinical findings and multidisciplinary collaboration were essential for effective neurosurgical decision-making and improved patient care.
The Department of Neurosurgery was appreciated for organizing the academic session, while the presenters were commended for their contributions to medical education and professional development.