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Assessing Periapical Dental Radiographs As A Screening Parameter For Early Indications Of Osteoporosis In Postmenopausal Periodontal Patients And Root Surface Evaluation Using Spectrochemical Analysis, Mohammed S. Ayed, Sami S. Shafiq, Hafez M. Diab, Ahmed D. Alahmari, Darshan D. Divakar
Assessing Periapical Dental Radiographs As A Screening Parameter For Early Indications Of Osteoporosis In Postmenopausal Periodontal Patients And Root Surface Evaluation Using Spectrochemical Analysis, Mohammed S. Ayed, Sami S. Shafiq, Hafez M. Diab, Ahmed D. Alahmari, Darshan D. Divakar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the usefulness of periapical dental radiograph as a screening tool aimed at early signs of osteoporosis in postmenopausal periodontal patients and root surface evaluation using spectrochemical analysis. Methods: This study was conducted at the Department of Periodontics, Riyadh Elm University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for 12 months between December 2016 and November 2017. Two groups consisted healthy postmenopausal women having chronic periodontitis and postmenopausal women having chronic periodontitis with osteoporosis. Osteoporosis were evaluated for plaque index (PI); gingival index (GI); clinical attachment level (CAL); probing pocket depth (PPD), and bone mineral density (BMD). A standardized digital dental periapical …
Determinants Of Quality Of Life As Measured With Variants Of Sf-36 In Patients With Predialysis Chronic Kidney Disease, Mohammed M. Alhaji, Jackson Tan, James A. Timbuak, Lin Naing, Nik Aa Tuah
Determinants Of Quality Of Life As Measured With Variants Of Sf-36 In Patients With Predialysis Chronic Kidney Disease, Mohammed M. Alhaji, Jackson Tan, James A. Timbuak, Lin Naing, Nik Aa Tuah
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the average health-related quality of life (HRQOL) score levels and their determinants in patients with predialysis chronic kidney disease (CKD). Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted for relevant observational studies published between April 2007 and April 2017 in MEDLINE, EBSCOhost, and CINAHL databases. Results: Thirteen observational studies with a total sample of 8635 subjects comprising 53.3% male with an aggregate mean age of 59.5 (SD 14.9) years were included in this review. Of the 8 generic HRQOL domains of the Short-Form Health Surveys, Social Functioning had the highest mean score whereas General Health had the lowest …
Untreated Submandibular Megalith For Over 60 Years, Khalid A. Ahmed, Alia K. Alfadhel, Bayan J. Mohammed
Untreated Submandibular Megalith For Over 60 Years, Khalid A. Ahmed, Alia K. Alfadhel, Bayan J. Mohammed
Saudi Medical Journal
Intra-parenchymal sialolithiasis and subsequent fibrosis of the submandibular salivary glands is a rare disorder. The resulting swelling, pain, and infection derives affected patients to seek treatment. We present the case of an 85-years-old Saudi male patient who suffered from repeated swelling and infection in the left submandibular region which was misdiagnosed and treated for over 60 years as dental infection, infected skin sebaceous gland or lipoma. The presented case represents the largest intra-glandular submandibular stone with the longest duration ever reported in the medical literature.
Serum Anti-Müllerian Hormone Levels In Evaluation Of Chemotherapy Effect On Ovarian Reserve In Women With Breast Cancer: A Follow-Up Study, Safana A. Al-Rawi, Basil O. Saleh, Manwar A. Al-Naqqash
Serum Anti-Müllerian Hormone Levels In Evaluation Of Chemotherapy Effect On Ovarian Reserve In Women With Breast Cancer: A Follow-Up Study, Safana A. Al-Rawi, Basil O. Saleh, Manwar A. Al-Naqqash
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the role of serum anti müllerian hormone (AMH) pre-chemotherapy treatment levels in prediction of post-chemotherapy effect on the ovarian reserve of women with breast cancer. Methods: This cohort prospective study was carried out at the Biochemistry Department, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad and at the Oncology Clinic, Oncology Teaching Hospital, Baghdad, Iraq. It included 58 women with regular menstrual cycle (25-45 years) who were newly diagnosed with breast cancer. The women were classified into 3 groups: GI: 30 women with breast cancer before starting chemotherapy, GII: the same 30 women of GI who finished 4 cycles …
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Articlescase Report
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Articlescase Report
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Are Fetuin-A Levels Beneficial For Estimating Timing Of Sepsis Occurrence?, Hatice B. Altinisik, Ugur Altinisik, Sema Uysal, Suzan Sacar, Tuncer Simsek, Yavuz Demiraran
Are Fetuin-A Levels Beneficial For Estimating Timing Of Sepsis Occurrence?, Hatice B. Altinisik, Ugur Altinisik, Sema Uysal, Suzan Sacar, Tuncer Simsek, Yavuz Demiraran
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluated Fetuin-A levels of patients admitted in the intensive care unit with a diagnosis of sepsis. Methods: This study was conducted at the Faculty of Medicine, Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University Hospital, Çanakkal, Turkey, between February 2015 and October 2015. Forty septic patients were included in the study. Subsequent to clinical suspicion of sepsis, serum levels of C-reactive protein (CRP) and procalcitonin; and white blood cell (WBC) counts were evaluated at 3 time-points: 0 (basal), 24, and 72 hours. Results: The mean Fetuin-A levels at the 3 time-points were 58.5 ± 29.2 ng/mL, 40.9 ± 23.6 ng/mL, and 47.8 …
First Description Of Plasmid Mediated Quinolone Resistance Genes In Salmonella Isolates From Saudi Hospitals, Reem Y. Aljindan, Nasreldin E. Hussein, Hala A. Khoudair, Alaa Y. Shaikh, Hoda A. Hassan, Nawar A. Alabdulqader, Mahmoud A. Shorman, Baha A. Abdalhamid
First Description Of Plasmid Mediated Quinolone Resistance Genes In Salmonella Isolates From Saudi Hospitals, Reem Y. Aljindan, Nasreldin E. Hussein, Hala A. Khoudair, Alaa Y. Shaikh, Hoda A. Hassan, Nawar A. Alabdulqader, Mahmoud A. Shorman, Baha A. Abdalhamid
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To detect resistance genes to fluoroquinolones and β-lactams in Salmonella strains from a Saudi hospital. Methods: From October 2015 to December 2016, a total of 149 Salmonella strains were collected from stool specimens from patients admitted to King Fahad Hospital of the University, AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia using CHROMagar Salmonella . The organism identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing were performed using Vitek 2 system. Strain serogrouping was performed using Wellcolex color Salmonella kit. Fluoroquinolone resistance genes, extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs), and AmpC β-lactamase were determined using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Enterobacterial repetitive intergenic consensus sequence-based PCR (ERIC-PCR) was used to determine …
Beliefs, Attitudes And Barriers Associated With The Uptake Of The Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Among Patients Visiting Primary Healthcare Clinics, Kholod H. Sagor, Mohammed A. Alateeq
Beliefs, Attitudes And Barriers Associated With The Uptake Of The Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Among Patients Visiting Primary Healthcare Clinics, Kholod H. Sagor, Mohammed A. Alateeq
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To explore beliefs, attitudes, and barriers associated with uptake of the seasonal influenza vaccine among visitors to primary healthcare clinics. Methods: This was a cross-sectional, self-administered questionnaire-based study of 300 people visiting Family Medicine Centers, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between May 2017 and October 2017. Results: Most respondents reported that they never get vaccinated (63.3%), but most intend to get the vaccination in future. Only 7.7% of respondents had ever experienced side-effects from the influenza vaccine. Reported barriers to vaccination include :a desire to avoid medication, the fact that the Ministry of Health has not made …
Prevalence Of Lipid Abnormalities And Cholesterol Target Value Attainment In Patients With Stable Coronary Heart Disease Or An Acute Coronary Syndrome In Saudi Arabia, Saud Al Sifri, Owayed Al Shammeri, Saleh Al Jaser, Abdullah Alkhenizan, Bassem Morcos, Sameh Wajih, Ibrahim Elnahal, Martin Horack, Philippe Brudi, Dominik Lautsch, Baishali Ambegaonkar, Ami Vyas, Carl A. Baxter, Anselm K. Gitt
Prevalence Of Lipid Abnormalities And Cholesterol Target Value Attainment In Patients With Stable Coronary Heart Disease Or An Acute Coronary Syndrome In Saudi Arabia, Saud Al Sifri, Owayed Al Shammeri, Saleh Al Jaser, Abdullah Alkhenizan, Bassem Morcos, Sameh Wajih, Ibrahim Elnahal, Martin Horack, Philippe Brudi, Dominik Lautsch, Baishali Ambegaonkar, Ami Vyas, Carl A. Baxter, Anselm K. Gitt
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To provide an overview of the extent of hyperlipidemia in very high-risk patients, and how lipid-lowering therapy (LLT) is used in a real-world setting. Methods: In this multicenter observational study, data were collected from LLT-treated patients with stable CHD or an ACS in Saudi Arabia between 2013 and 2014. Individuals were included if they were >18 years and had a full lipid profile available, recorded either prior to the baseline physician visit (CHD patients) or within 24-hours of admission to hospital (ACS patients). Results: A total of 737 patients were included in the study, 597 with stable CHD and …
Analysis Of Kyphosis, Vertebral Fracture And Bone Mineral Density Measurement In Women Living In Nursing Homes, Ayla C. Turk, Fusun Sahın, Ferıt K. Kucukler, Hulya Devecı
Analysis Of Kyphosis, Vertebral Fracture And Bone Mineral Density Measurement In Women Living In Nursing Homes, Ayla C. Turk, Fusun Sahın, Ferıt K. Kucukler, Hulya Devecı
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To analyze the relationship between vertebral fracture, degree of kyphosis, and BMD in women living in nursing homes. Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hitit University Hospital, Corum, Turkey, between January 2014 and January 2015. Of the 126 female patients who participated in the study, 48 lived in nursing homes (nursing-home-group [NHG]), 78 lived in non-nursing home settings (control-group [CG]). Vertebral fractures were evaluated via the semi-quantitative Genant method. Cases in which a Cobb angle measured 40 degrees or more resulted in a diagnosis of kyphosis. Results: The mean age …
Schistosomiasis As A Cause Of Acute Cholecystitis, Shaker A. Majrashi
Schistosomiasis As A Cause Of Acute Cholecystitis, Shaker A. Majrashi
Saudi Medical Journal
Schistosomal cholecystitis is remarkably uncommon disease which is associated with concomitant gallstone disease. The disease prevails with low socio-economic conditions of population. It is still not clear that the widespread fibrocalcific reaction in the wall of gallbladder and the cystic duct, observed for all the reports, predisposes to cholelithiasis or gallstones coexist. In the present study, we report a case of the Saudi male patient affected with schistosomal granulomatous lithiasic cholecystitis. The patient’s gallbladder was badly inflamed therefore performing a safe cholecystectomy in the patient was extremely difficult. Also, infection with schistosoma is related with chronic granulomatous inflammation making the …
Asthma Prevalence Among Adults In Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Alahmari
Asthma Prevalence Among Adults In Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Alahmari
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Who Releases New International Classification Of Diseases (Icd 11)
Who Releases New International Classification Of Diseases (Icd 11)
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Commission Calls For Urgent Action Against Chronic Diseases
Commission Calls For Urgent Action Against Chronic Diseases
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Assessment Of Pediatric Residents Burnout In A Tertiary Academic Center, Hyo H. Yoo, Sang Y. Lee
Assessment Of Pediatric Residents Burnout In A Tertiary Academic Center, Hyo H. Yoo, Sang Y. Lee
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Perinatal And Neonatal Morbidity Among Infants Of Diabetic Mothers At A University Hospital In Central Saudi Arabia, Abdulrahman M. Al-Nemri, Fahd Alsohime, Asfaq H. Shaik, Ghasan A. El-Hissi, Mohammed I. Al-Agha, Nada F. Al-Abdulkarim, Sarar Mohamed
Perinatal And Neonatal Morbidity Among Infants Of Diabetic Mothers At A University Hospital In Central Saudi Arabia, Abdulrahman M. Al-Nemri, Fahd Alsohime, Asfaq H. Shaik, Ghasan A. El-Hissi, Mohammed I. Al-Agha, Nada F. Al-Abdulkarim, Sarar Mohamed
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the perinatal and neonatal morbidity related to diabetes associated with pregnancy. Methods: This is a prospective cohort study conducted at a tertiary university hospital in Central Saudi Arabia. All neonates born to mothers with pregnancy associated diabetes between July 2014 and June 2015 were recruited for the purpose of this study. Infants born at 23 weeks or less, infants who died within 3 hours of delivery, twins, and unbooked pregnant ladies were excluded from the study. Results: A total of 279 ladies and 289 infants were enrolled in the study. Gestational diabetes was observed in 84.5% of …
Who And World Bank Group Join Forces To Strengthen Global Health Security
Who And World Bank Group Join Forces To Strengthen Global Health Security
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Effects Of Ramadan Fasting On The Symptoms Of Chronic Heart Failure, Ahmed Al Fagih
Effects Of Ramadan Fasting On The Symptoms Of Chronic Heart Failure, Ahmed Al Fagih
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
The Development Of An Anxiety Assessment Scale For Pregnant Women In Labor, Gülgün Durat, Gümrah D. Çulhacik, Özlem Doğu, Zekiye Turan, Işık Atasoy, Eylem Toker
The Development Of An Anxiety Assessment Scale For Pregnant Women In Labor, Gülgün Durat, Gümrah D. Çulhacik, Özlem Doğu, Zekiye Turan, Işık Atasoy, Eylem Toker
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To develop a valid and reliable measurement tool to determine the anxiety level of pregnant women in labor. Methods: This study is a methodological research for developing an Anxiety Assessment Scale for Pregnant Women in Labor (AASPWL) and descriptive research for determining the anxiety level of pregnant women in labor. This study included a total of 269 pregnant women from the delivery room of a training and research hospital between November 2016 and July 2017. The study consists of 2 stages: the first stage includes scale content, construct validity, and reliability; the second stage involves examination of the relationship …
Emotional Intelligence Of Saudi Children In The Basic Education Program, Manal F. Alharbi
Emotional Intelligence Of Saudi Children In The Basic Education Program, Manal F. Alharbi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To explores emotional intelligence (EI) among Saudi children in basic education programs. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was utilized. A convenience sample of students (n=684) from 10 schools in Saudi Arabia completed the BarOn Emotional Quotient Inventory-Youth Version. Correlation and regression analyses were conducted. Results: Most students (mean 83.2) showed poor emotional and social skills (p<90 EI). Region, income, failing grades, father’s educational level, and working status correlated positively (p<0.05) with EI. Living with parents, mother’s educational level, grade point average, and a lack of health problems were significant predictors of EI. Conclusions: Basic education teachers and families face challenges in incorporating strategies to enhance children’s emotional and social functioning.
Pulmonary Edema Post-Adenotonsillectomy In Children, Elaf Ahmed, Nasser K. Almutairi
Pulmonary Edema Post-Adenotonsillectomy In Children, Elaf Ahmed, Nasser K. Almutairi
Saudi Medical Journal
Post-adenotonsillectomy pulmonary edema (pATPE) is a life-threatening condition that necessitates immediate clinical intervention. The early diagnosis and detection of the signs of this condition is vital to its treatment and patient outcome. The purpose of this review article is to present epidemiological data on the prevalence of pATPE, and address the mechanisms of development, types, etiology, pathophysiology, and management of pATPE. In order to minimize postoperative intensive care unit admission rates of pATPE, utilization of preoperative clinical assessment, operative/postoperative monitoring tools, and procedural precautions are discussed.
Regulation Of Lipocalin-2 Oncogene And Its Impact On Gene Polymorphisms On Breast Cancer Patients In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sabah Linjawi, Zuhoor Algaithy, Samar Sindi, Norah Hamdi, Ayman Linjawi, Mona Alharbi
Regulation Of Lipocalin-2 Oncogene And Its Impact On Gene Polymorphisms On Breast Cancer Patients In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sabah Linjawi, Zuhoor Algaithy, Samar Sindi, Norah Hamdi, Ayman Linjawi, Mona Alharbi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To identify the impact of Lipocalin-2 (LCN2) gene polymorphisms on breast cancer patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: It is a case control study in which blood samples of participants from Medical Reference Clinics and King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia have been taken between 2014 and 2016. This study recruited 128 participants (50% control, 50% patients) and used Tetra-Primer amplification-refractory mutation system-polymerase chain reaction method for the detection of missense SNP (rs11556770). The study measured LCN2 plasma protein expression by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay technique. Results: The results have shown that 100% of the genotypes were normal …
Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Retrospective Analysis Of Clinico-Laboratory Parameters And Their Association With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index Score, Kah K. Wong
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To elucidate the clinico-laboratory characteristics associated with pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus (pSLE) patients with higher Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index (SLEDAI) score in a retrospective cohort of pSLE patients. Methods: A retrospective study involving 32 pSLE patients was conducted at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kelantan, Malaysia between 2006 and 2017. Results: Within the group of 32 pSLE patients, 23 were girls and 9 were boys (3:1 ratio). The most common symptom was renal disorder (n=21; 65.6%) followed by malar rash (n=9; 28.1%), oral ulcers (n=7; 21.9%), prolonged fever (n=5; 15.6%) and arthritis (n=4; 12.5%). Antinuclear antibodies (ANA) were …
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Health Care Practitioners In Saudi Arabia, With Regard To Prevention Of Vitamin D Deficiency In Infancy, Laila A. Albishi, Kousalya Prabahar, Yara M. Albalawi, Shahad A. Albalawi, Ashwaq A. Abosalem, Wjdan A. Alqarni, Salha A. Almarhapi, Maram M. Albalawi
Knowledge, Attitude And Practice Of Health Care Practitioners In Saudi Arabia, With Regard To Prevention Of Vitamin D Deficiency In Infancy, Laila A. Albishi, Kousalya Prabahar, Yara M. Albalawi, Shahad A. Albalawi, Ashwaq A. Abosalem, Wjdan A. Alqarni, Salha A. Almarhapi, Maram M. Albalawi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To understand the knowledge, attitude, and practice of healthcare practitioners in Saudi Arabia, with regard to vitamin D supplementation. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among healthcare practitioners in the Tabuk region of Saudi Arabia between January 2015 and December 2016. A questionnaire assessing knowledge, attitude and practice with regard to prevention of vitamin D deficiency was distributed to 100 healthcare practitioners. Results: There was a good understanding of the importance of vitamin D deficiency; and overall practices were good. The average knowledge score was 4.75/8 (range 2-7), largely due to 85% of recipients identifying sun exposure between 6-7 …
Evaluation Of Effectiveness Of Peer Education On Smoking Behavior Among High School Students, Hyo H. Yoo, Sang Y. Lee
Evaluation Of Effectiveness Of Peer Education On Smoking Behavior Among High School Students, Hyo H. Yoo, Sang Y. Lee
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
A Descriptive Study Of Vitamin D And Other Nutritional Factors In Breast Cancer Patients In Saudi Arabia, Nora A. Alfaris, Nora M. Alkehayez, Fatema I. Almushawah, Nadia D. Al-Amri, Ebtisam S. Almudawah
A Descriptive Study Of Vitamin D And Other Nutritional Factors In Breast Cancer Patients In Saudi Arabia, Nora A. Alfaris, Nora M. Alkehayez, Fatema I. Almushawah, Nadia D. Al-Amri, Ebtisam S. Almudawah
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the role of serum vitamin D and other nutritional factors in women with breast cancer in Saudi. Methods: A total of 500 women (250 patients with breast cancer and 250 controls) aged 30-60 years were recruited from King Saud Medical City and King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between May 2015 and June 2016. In this cross-sectional study, blood pressure, plasma concentrations of vitamin D, and calcium levels were evaluated. A 3-day dietary record was used to assess dietary intake. Results: The mean body mass index was 31.2±7.0 kg/m 2 for the breast cancer group and …
Genotype Patterns And Prevalence Of Human Papilloma Virus In Non-Vaccinated Women In Zunyi, China, Yu Zhao, Kaifeng Wu, Huabo Tong, Yan Liu, He Zha, Huan Yue, Jingzhi Zhang, Xiaoyun Liu
Genotype Patterns And Prevalence Of Human Papilloma Virus In Non-Vaccinated Women In Zunyi, China, Yu Zhao, Kaifeng Wu, Huabo Tong, Yan Liu, He Zha, Huan Yue, Jingzhi Zhang, Xiaoyun Liu
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the patterns and prevalence of human papilloma virus (HPV) genotypes in people who are not vaccinated with HPV vaccines in Zunyi. Methods: We retrospectively collected all HPV testing results in 3,393 patients at the Third Affiliated Hospital in Zunyi Medical University, Zunyi, China between January 2014 and December 2016. The prevalence of HPV genotypes based on different stages of cervical lesions and age groups was analyzed. The clinical data of 347 HPV-positive inpatients were also retrospectively collected, and difference in the age at first sexual encounter, smoking, pregnancy, and abortion status were compared. Results: A total of …
Effect Of Magnesium Sulfate On Anesthesia Depth, Awareness Incidence, And Postoperative Pain Scores In Obstetric Patients: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial, Başak Altıparmak, Nalan Çelebi, Özgür Canbay, Melike K. Toker, Banu Kılıçarslan, Ülkü Aypar
Effect Of Magnesium Sulfate On Anesthesia Depth, Awareness Incidence, And Postoperative Pain Scores In Obstetric Patients: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Trial, Başak Altıparmak, Nalan Çelebi, Özgür Canbay, Melike K. Toker, Banu Kılıçarslan, Ülkü Aypar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the effects of magnesium on the depth of anesthesia and to determine the effects of magnesium on incidence of awareness and postoperative pain after caesarean section. Methods: The study was designed as a double-blind, controlled, randomized study and conducted in Hacettepe University Hospital, Ankara, Turkey between January 2015 and March 2016. A total of 100 pregnant healthy women who were between 17 and 41 years old, ASA II, and scheduled for an elective cesarean section with general anesthesia were included in the study. After induction, sevoflurane was used for maintenance in Group S and desflurane in Group …
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor And Soluble Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor-1 In Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease: Associations With Laboratory Findings, Comorbidities, And Medications, Ismail Erturk, Fatih Yesildal, Ramazan Acar, Taner Ozgurtas, Kenan Saglam
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor And Soluble Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptor-1 In Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease: Associations With Laboratory Findings, Comorbidities, And Medications, Ismail Erturk, Fatih Yesildal, Ramazan Acar, Taner Ozgurtas, Kenan Saglam
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To show the levels of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), soluble vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-1 (sVEGFR-1) in patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and to show the associations with clinical findings such as demographic features, laboratory findings, comorbidities, and medications. Methods: A total of 73 people, consisting of patients with ESRD (n=38) and healthy subjects (n=35) in Gulhane Education and Research Hospital, Ankara, Turkey, were included in this cross-sectional study between the years 2011 and 2013. Blood samples were obtained and plasma VEGF, sVEGFR-1 analyzes were performed. Results: The VEGF level of ESRD group was not significantly higher …
Diagnostic Accuracy Of Focused Assessment With Sonography For Trauma For Blunt Abdominal Trauma In The Eastern Region Of Saudi Arabia, Khawaja B. Waheed, Aftab A. Baig, Ahmed Raza, Usman Raza
Diagnostic Accuracy Of Focused Assessment With Sonography For Trauma For Blunt Abdominal Trauma In The Eastern Region Of Saudi Arabia, Khawaja B. Waheed, Aftab A. Baig, Ahmed Raza, Usman Raza
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) in blunt abdominal trauma caused by motor vehicle accidents at our Hospital in Dhahran city. Methods: This descriptive, observational study was conducted in the Radiology Department at King Fahad Military Medical Complex Dhahran, Saudi Arabia between September 2016 and September 2017. All adult patients (n=105) involved in motor vehicle accidents with blunt abdominal injury on presentation were retrospectively reviewed for FAST and CT scans for detection of free fluid. Focused assessment with sonography for trauma studies were conducted or supervised by senior registrar of general surgery …