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Infertility Characterization, Factors Associated With Primary Infertility, And Seroprevalence Of Genital Infections: A Cross-Sectional Survey In Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Noor Motea Abdo
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Worldwide, infertility affects 8%–10% of couples and it could be primary or secondary. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), one in every six couples are facing difficulties in conceiving. However, there is a noticeable lack of epidemiological studies and empirical data characterizing populations seeking infertility treatment in the UAE. Therefore, to inform health policy planning, evidence-based data is required to understand the most common type of infertility and the burden of exposure to genital pathogens. To characterize fertility-treatment-seeking patients, investigate factors associated with primary infertility, and to estimate the seroprevalence of six pathogens known to be transmitted genitally and associated …
Breast Cancer Presentation Delay Among Women In The United Arab Emirates, Yusra E. Elobaid
Breast Cancer Presentation Delay Among Women In The United Arab Emirates, Yusra E. Elobaid
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Breast cancer is the commonest type of malignancy in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with more than 65% of women diagnosed at an advanced stage. Routine clinical screening has aided in the early detection of breast cancer. However, more than 71% of breast tumors are self-detected. Therefore, exploring factors influencing delayed presentation to treatment after self-detection of breast tumors by Emirati and Arab women in the UAE is essential for improving the survival and the development of effective and targeted health intervention programs. This project explores the reasons behind delayed presentation to treatment by symptomatic women. It uses several approaches, …