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Infected Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: A Challenging Diagnosis, Fahad M. Alrashed, Dayel A. Alshahrani
Infected Pulmonary Hydatid Cyst: A Challenging Diagnosis, Fahad M. Alrashed, Dayel A. Alshahrani
Saudi Medical Journal
ABSTRACT Echinococcosis is a parasitic infection that is distributed worldwide. Its clinical presentation depends on the size and location of the cyst. A 7-year-old was found with a superimposed infected pulmonary hydatid cyst that was initially misdiagnosed as complicated pneumonia. Our case underscores the challenges of diagnosing and managing echinococcosis, emphasizes the need for a high index of suspicion, and describes the disease’s ability to mimic other clinical entities.
Enteropathy And Intestinal Malabsorption In Patients Treated With Antihypertensive Drugs. A Retrospective Cohort Study, Sae R. Lee, Eun G. Lee, Young H. Cho, Eun J. Park, Young-In Lee, Jung I. Choi, Ryuk-Jun Kwon, Soo M. Son, Sang Y. Lee, Yu H. Yi, Gyu L. Kim, Yun J. Kim, Jeong G. Lee, Young Jin Tak, Seung Hun Lee, Young Jin Ra
Enteropathy And Intestinal Malabsorption In Patients Treated With Antihypertensive Drugs. A Retrospective Cohort Study, Sae R. Lee, Eun G. Lee, Young H. Cho, Eun J. Park, Young-In Lee, Jung I. Choi, Ryuk-Jun Kwon, Soo M. Son, Sang Y. Lee, Yu H. Yi, Gyu L. Kim, Yun J. Kim, Jeong G. Lee, Young Jin Tak, Seung Hun Lee, Young Jin Ra
Saudi Medical Journal
ABSTRACT Objectives: To investigate differences in the incidence of enteropathy or intestinal malabsorption in patients taking angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI), calcium channel blocker (CCB), and beta blockers (BBs) at a single center in Korea. Methods: In this retrospective study, we utilized data from the Yangsan electronic medical records to identify 129,169 patients. These individuals were prescribed olmesartan, other ARBs, ACEI, CCB, and BBs between November 2008 and February 2021. Results: Of the 44,775 patients, 51 (0.11%) were observed to have enteropathy or intestinal malabsorption. Compared with the ACEI group, the adjusted odds ratios (ORs) for …
What Factors Contribute To Differences In Cervical Cancer Screening In Rural And Urban Community Health Centers?
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
One In Eight People Are Now Living With Obesity
One In Eight People Are Now Living With Obesity
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
The Epidemiological And Clinicopathological Features Of Breast Cancer In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Aa. Omer, Ali Sa. Hummedi, Noura Ia. Almuhaimed
The Epidemiological And Clinicopathological Features Of Breast Cancer In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Ahmad Aa. Omer, Ali Sa. Hummedi, Noura Ia. Almuhaimed
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the epidemiological and clinicopathological features of breast cancer (BC) in Saudi Arabia to improve decisions regarding resource allocation, disease control, and management. Methods: We retrieved the records of all patients who presented with histologically proven BC at King Fahad Medical City between 2019 and 2020. The data were analyzed quantitatively, and the results were expressed as percentages and frequencies. Results: This study comprised 419 patients. The mean age was 50.13 (± 10.96) years. The majority of the patients were obese (56.6%), and approximately a quarter had a history of oral contraceptive pill use, breast biopsy, or an …
Female Sexual Dysfunction In Urinary And Double Incontinence, Murat Yavuz Koparal, Serhat Çetin, Ender Cem Bulut, Mecit Gürhan Ceylan, Esat Ak, Metin Onaran, İlker Şen
Female Sexual Dysfunction In Urinary And Double Incontinence, Murat Yavuz Koparal, Serhat Çetin, Ender Cem Bulut, Mecit Gürhan Ceylan, Esat Ak, Metin Onaran, İlker Şen
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the sexual function of women with urinary incontinence (UI) and double incontinence (DI) comparing with a healthy control group by using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI). Methods: This study was designed as a retrospective study consisting of UI, DI, and a control group, each containing age-matched 40 patients. Statistical comparisons were made among the UI, DI, and control groups in terms of the FSFI total score as well as each domain’s score. Results: The FSFI total scores were found to be 22.92, 20.53, and 20.32 for the control, UI, and DI groups, respectively, and no statistically …
Primary Pancreatic Lymphoma: Histopathological Pattern Of 8 Cases, Jaudah A. Al-Maghrabi
Primary Pancreatic Lymphoma: Histopathological Pattern Of 8 Cases, Jaudah A. Al-Maghrabi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To report the histopathological pattern of primary pancreatic lymphoma (PPL) in 2 tertiary hospitals. Methods: The pathology slides and reports of all the cases diagnosed in pathology departments in 2 referral hospitals were reviewed. An additional immunohistochemistry study was done to reclassify lymphomas according to the current system. Results: Eight patients with PPL have been identified. The ages ranged from 36 to 71 years. Clinical presentation includes abdominal pain, weight loss, jaundice, abdominal mass, nausea, and vomiting. Pathological evaluation revealed 5 diffuse large B-cell lymphomas, one high-grade B-cell lymphoma, one MALT lymphoma, and one follicular lymphoma. Conclusion: Primary pancreatic …
Immunomodulatory Effects Of Baff And April Cytokines In Post-Pulmonary Infection Lung Cancer: Implications For Drug Resistance And Progression, Wael Alturaiki
Immunomodulatory Effects Of Baff And April Cytokines In Post-Pulmonary Infection Lung Cancer: Implications For Drug Resistance And Progression, Wael Alturaiki
Saudi Medical Journal
Lung cancer is a complicated and challenging disease and is one of the most common causes of cancer-related mortality worldwide. Within the lung microenvironment, specific cytokines, including the B cell activation factor (BAFF) and the A proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL), are produce by various cells, notably airway epithelial cells, in response allergic inflammation or pulmonary infection. These cytokines play a critical role in maintaining local immune responses and fostering the survival of immune cells. The BAFF and APRIL system have been connected in a range of malignancies and have shown their potential in inducing drug resistance and promoting cancer progression. This …
Role Of Sfgsi, Microbial Culture And Qsofa As Predictive Factors In Determining The Survival Rate In Fournier Gangrene Patient, Syah M. Warli, Karimul A. Pakpahan, Ramlan Nasution, Dhirajaya D. Kadar, Kharisma P. Adhyatma
Role Of Sfgsi, Microbial Culture And Qsofa As Predictive Factors In Determining The Survival Rate In Fournier Gangrene Patient, Syah M. Warli, Karimul A. Pakpahan, Ramlan Nasution, Dhirajaya D. Kadar, Kharisma P. Adhyatma
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To examine the simplified Fournier Gangrene Severe Index Score (SFGSI) and the number of species in culture findings for predicting death in Fournier Gangrene (FG) patients in terms of their predictive power. Methods: From January 2017 to July 2022, the medical records of individuals undergoing emergency surgery for FG were obtained. A total of 80 patients were examined for clinical data such as age, gender, laboratory parameters, etiology, isolated bacteria, and mortality rate. Results: We identified a statistically significant mean difference between SFGSI ( p <0.0001) and quickSOFA (qSOFA) scores ( p =0.002) in determining the survival rate of FG patients. The sensitivity and specificity of the SFGSI score in predicting mortality were 90.1% and 88.3% respectively, whereas the sensitivity and specificity of the qSOFA score were 88.2% and 86.2%. E. Coli comprised 56.2% of the bacteria, followed by S. Haemolyticus , S. Aureus , P. Aeruginosa , and K. Pneumoniae . On the basis of bacterial culture results, P. Aeruginosa had the highest fatality rate (100%) followed by S. Aureus (75%), S. Haemolyticus (30%), and E. Coli (20%), in that order. Conclusion: The survival rate of FG patients can be predicted using the sensitivity and specificity of the SFGSI and qSOFA scores together. P. Aeruginosa- infected patients have the greatest mortality rate (100%) compared to the other groups.
Human Papillomavirus Prevalence And Dynamics: Insights From A 5-Year Population-Based Study In Jeddah, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia, Khalid H. Sait, Nisreen M. Anfinan, Hesham K. Sait, Hussain A. Basalamah
Human Papillomavirus Prevalence And Dynamics: Insights From A 5-Year Population-Based Study In Jeddah, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia, Khalid H. Sait, Nisreen M. Anfinan, Hesham K. Sait, Hussain A. Basalamah
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To estimate the prevalence and dynamics of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection, over a 5-year period, among Saudi women. Methods: A 2-phase, population-based study combining cross-sectional and cohort designs was carried out with 5360 ever-married women aged 30–65 from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, between 2013 and 2018. Participants were enrolled in a designated screening program and screened using the hybrid capture 2 HPV test. Women testing positive for HPV were followed up after one year to estimate the HPV clearance rate, while those testing negative had a follow-up after 5 years to assess new HPV infections. Factors associated with HPV positivity …
Outcomes Of Etonogestrel Subdermal Contraceptive Implants: A Single Center Cross-Sectional Study, Taghreed M. Shams, Hashem H. Alhashemi, Albaraa A. Fallatah, Asma M. Alkhalid, Fai M. Alhazmi, Rani N. Radey, Asalah F. Hamad, Hatoon T. Beyari, Shahad S. Alharazi
Outcomes Of Etonogestrel Subdermal Contraceptive Implants: A Single Center Cross-Sectional Study, Taghreed M. Shams, Hashem H. Alhashemi, Albaraa A. Fallatah, Asma M. Alkhalid, Fai M. Alhazmi, Rani N. Radey, Asalah F. Hamad, Hatoon T. Beyari, Shahad S. Alharazi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To examine the prevalence of menstrual irregularities, side effects, and discontinuation rates of etonogestrel subdermal implants (ESI) in women attending King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This cross-sectional was carried out based on electronic medical records and a phone-based questionnaire administered to women who underwent ESI insertion in a single tertiary care hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, between 2019 and 2022. The primary objective was the prevalence of menstrual abnormalities. The secondary study objective included the discontinuation rate, reasons for discontinuation, and ESI side effects. Results: In total, 345 women with ESI were included in this study. …
Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma With And Without Nodal Metastasis: A Comparative Analysis, Saleh Alqaryan, Hisham Almousa, Raed Almutairi, Ahmed Altuwaijri, Aseel Doubi, Zuhour Alqahtani, Mohammad Almayouf, Majed Albarrak, Mohammed Alessa, Saleh Aldhahri, Khalid Alqahtani
Papillary Thyroid Microcarcinoma With And Without Nodal Metastasis: A Comparative Analysis, Saleh Alqaryan, Hisham Almousa, Raed Almutairi, Ahmed Altuwaijri, Aseel Doubi, Zuhour Alqahtani, Mohammad Almayouf, Majed Albarrak, Mohammed Alessa, Saleh Aldhahri, Khalid Alqahtani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the demographics and clinical factors of papillary thyroid microcarcinoma (PTMC) patients in Saudi Arabia and compared and analyzed the differences between the patients with and without lymph node metastasis (LNM). Papillary thyroid microcarcinoma (PTMC) is a common thyroid cancer and is not usually detectable clinically but found incidentally after pathologic evaluation of thyroid tissue following surgery for benign thyroid disorders. However, these tumors have a significant risk of LNM. Methods: All PTMC patients who underwent surgery at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, King Fahad Medical City, and King Abdulaziz Medical City from 2012 to 2022 were included. The …
Factors Related To Stunting In Children Under 2 Years Old In The Papua, Indonesia: Does The Type Of Residence Matter?, Hadi Ashar, Agung Dwi Laksono, Sri Supadmi, Hastin Dyah Kusumawardani, Diah Yunitawati, Sidiq Purwoko, Marizka Khairunnisa
Factors Related To Stunting In Children Under 2 Years Old In The Papua, Indonesia: Does The Type Of Residence Matter?, Hadi Ashar, Agung Dwi Laksono, Sri Supadmi, Hastin Dyah Kusumawardani, Diah Yunitawati, Sidiq Purwoko, Marizka Khairunnisa
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To analyze factors related to stunting in Papua region. Methods: Secondary data from the 2021 Indonesian National Nutrition Status Survey were used in this study. Samples of 2,937 Papuan children under the age of two were gathered for the study. This study analyzed independent variables (type of residence, mother’s age, marriage, mother’s education, employment, wealth, child’s age, gender, and early breastfeeding initiation (EBFI) with stunting. The relationship was analyzed using logistic regression tests. Results: Stunting is more common among children in Papua’s rural areas than in urban (AOR 1.168, 95% CI, 1.128-1.209). Stunting is more common in children who …
Hematological Malignancies: Prevalence And Hematological Characteristics In A Single Center In Southern Saudi Arabia, Adil M. Alshahrani, Omayma S Bakheet, Mohammed H. Makkawi, Sultan Z. Alasmari
Hematological Malignancies: Prevalence And Hematological Characteristics In A Single Center In Southern Saudi Arabia, Adil M. Alshahrani, Omayma S Bakheet, Mohammed H. Makkawi, Sultan Z. Alasmari
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the prevalence of leukemia in the Aseer region of Saudi Arabia and the importance of hematological, biochemical and coagulation profiles for leukemic patients in the context of disease management. Methods: This retrospective study comprised 210 patients between 2012 and 2022 who had been diagnosed with leukemia at different ages. The multiple unpaired t-test was used to compare leukemic patients with control samples, which consisted of healthy individuals, and p <0.05 was taken as significant. The data was compiled from Aseer Central Hospital in the Aseer region and collected through peripheral blood smear and bone marrow biopsy (2012-2017) or by flow cytometry (2018-2022), according to the hospital information system and registry data. Results: Of the total 210 leukemic patients (61.4% males and 38.6% females), 104 cases (2012-2017) were diagnosed based on peripheral blood smear and bone marrow biopsy, and 106 cases (2018-2022) based on flow cytometry. Fifteen subtypes of leukemia were identified, with chronic myeloid leukemia being the most common (34.2%), followed by acute myeloid leukemia (17.6%), chronic lymphoblastic leukemia (11.9%), and B-cell acute lymphoid leukemia (9.5%). Other rare cases were also found. Conclusion: Of the 210 leukemia cases diagnosed in the Aseer region between 2012-2022, the most common subtype was chronic myeloid leukemia, followed by acute myeloid leukemia. In all leukemia subtypes, distinctive significant changes were observed in hematological parameters, biochemical parameters, and coagulation profiles.
Determining The Predictors Associated With The Difficulty Of Adaptation To Ageing Of Hospitalized Older Adults. Difficulty Of Older Adult To Aging, Canan D. Barutcu, Hale T. Damar
Determining The Predictors Associated With The Difficulty Of Adaptation To Ageing Of Hospitalized Older Adults. Difficulty Of Older Adult To Aging, Canan D. Barutcu, Hale T. Damar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the predictors associated with the difficulty of adaptation to ageing of hospitalized older adults. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in a university hospital between October 2019 and March 2020. The sample consisted of 247 older adults. Research data were collected using a Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), the Falls Efficacy Scale (FES) International, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Assessment Scale of Adaptation Difficulty for the Elderly (ASADE). Results: The average age of the patients was 73.90 ± 7.38 years, 22.3% of the patients had a fall history in the last year, and 74.5% had …
Does Watching Tv Or Videos During The Day Affect Nighttime Urination?
Does Watching Tv Or Videos During The Day Affect Nighttime Urination?
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Who Awards Countries For Progress In Eliminating Industrially Produced Trans Fats For First Time
Who Awards Countries For Progress In Eliminating Industrially Produced Trans Fats For First Time
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Global Cancer Burden Growing, Amidst Mounting Need For Services
Global Cancer Burden Growing, Amidst Mounting Need For Services
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Epidemiology Of Clostridioides Difficile Infection At A Tertiary Care Facility In Saudi Arabia: Results Of Prospective Surveillance, Naoufel M. Kaabia, Hanadi Al Basha, Dalal A. Bukhari, Nabiha Bouafia, Ahmad M. Alshahrani, Ismail M. Aboushanab
Epidemiology Of Clostridioides Difficile Infection At A Tertiary Care Facility In Saudi Arabia: Results Of Prospective Surveillance, Naoufel M. Kaabia, Hanadi Al Basha, Dalal A. Bukhari, Nabiha Bouafia, Ahmad M. Alshahrani, Ismail M. Aboushanab
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the incidence of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) and the frequency of known risk factors. Methods: A prospective hospital-based surveillance for CDI, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention criteria, was carried out from July 2019 to March 2022 for all inpatients aged more than one year in Prince Sultan Military Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Results: A total of 139 cases of CDI were identified during the survey among 130 patients admitted in the hospital. Most cases were incident (n=130; 93.5%), and almost three-quarters (n=102; 73.4%) were hospital-onset (HO) CDI, with an incidence rate of …
Psychedelic Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy Reduces Depressive Symptoms In Adults With Cancer And Depression
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Statin Use And Clinical Outcomes In Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients: A Retrospective Analysis In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Khalid S. Alshaalan, Rahaf F. Alkahtani, Renad F. Althobaiti, Rana A. Aldhahi, Fatimah Z. Rebh, Sarah S. Algezlan, Salma M. Alanazi, Shawg S. Alrumaih, Basma A. Alturki, Abdullah S. Alahmadi, Raneem A. Alanazi, Othman M. Alshabanah
Statin Use And Clinical Outcomes In Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients: A Retrospective Analysis In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Khalid S. Alshaalan, Rahaf F. Alkahtani, Renad F. Althobaiti, Rana A. Aldhahi, Fatimah Z. Rebh, Sarah S. Algezlan, Salma M. Alanazi, Shawg S. Alrumaih, Basma A. Alturki, Abdullah S. Alahmadi, Raneem A. Alanazi, Othman M. Alshabanah
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the relationship between statin use and coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) severity. Methods: This was a retrospective study of adult patients with confirmed COVID-19 who were hospitalized at Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The study was carried out from July - September 2020. Antecedent statin use was evaluated using medication information available in the electronic medical records. Results: In this retrospective study, we collected data from 689 patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Among the patients, 56.2% of them were non-Saudi and 67.3% were males. The mean age of the patients was 53.7 years. The most common comorbidities …
Impact Of Vaccination On Morbidity And Mortality In Adults Hospitalized With Covid-19 During The Omicron Wave In The Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Y. Elamin, Yahya A. Maslamani, Feras A. Alsheikh, Mohsen A. Sailah, Mussab A. Samm, Ahmed M. Motanbk, Yehya M. Hejri, Anwar A. Alameer, Osama H. Khalid, Abdu A. Dahlan, Ibrahim M. Gosadi
Impact Of Vaccination On Morbidity And Mortality In Adults Hospitalized With Covid-19 During The Omicron Wave In The Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Y. Elamin, Yahya A. Maslamani, Feras A. Alsheikh, Mohsen A. Sailah, Mussab A. Samm, Ahmed M. Motanbk, Yehya M. Hejri, Anwar A. Alameer, Osama H. Khalid, Abdu A. Dahlan, Ibrahim M. Gosadi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the impact of coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) vaccination on morbidity and mortality in adults hospitalized with COVID-19 during the omicron wave in the Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A 6-month record-based historical prospective study enrolled COVID-19 adult patients admitted between January and June 2022. Individuals were classified into 3 groups according to their immunity status (immunized, partially immunized, and not immunized). Death, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, and mechanical ventilation were identified as the primary outcomes, collectively referred to as “serious outcomes”. On the other hand, the length of hospital stays longer than 5 days was categorized as …
Clinical Evaluation Of Pediatric Patients With Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis.: A Longitudinal Study At A Saudi Arabian Tertiary Care Center, Nasser Almutairi, Alanoud Alshathri, Waleed Alshareef, Abdullah Sindi, Abdullah Aljasser, Ahmed Alammar
Clinical Evaluation Of Pediatric Patients With Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis.: A Longitudinal Study At A Saudi Arabian Tertiary Care Center, Nasser Almutairi, Alanoud Alshathri, Waleed Alshareef, Abdullah Sindi, Abdullah Aljasser, Ahmed Alammar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To study the clinical evaluation of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) patients and the factors associated with the improvement in the Derkay’s score as a measure of disease severity. Methods: A retrospective cohort that included all juvenile RRP patients who were admitted to King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between September 2015 and June 2022 and underwent surgical debulking. Results: A total of 16 patients were eligible to join our study. Among them, 7 patients were males. Hoarseness of voice was the most frequent symptom. The median period of the follow-up was 56 months. Complete remission was achieved in …
Ras-Related Associated With Diabetes Genes For Biomarker-Based Therapeutics In Cancer: A Comparative Evolutionary Genomic Study, Mohammed A. Hakami
Ras-Related Associated With Diabetes Genes For Biomarker-Based Therapeutics In Cancer: A Comparative Evolutionary Genomic Study, Mohammed A. Hakami
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To compare Ras-related associated with diabetes (RRAD) across different species and to identify specific biomarkers for cancer therapy. Methods: The study involves comparing the coding sequences, genes, messenger ribonucleic acid (RNA), non-coding RNA, open reading frame, short- and long-sequence repeats, and transcription factors of RRAD genes from 82 species. Various tools and software are employed for these comparisons, and evolutionary analysis was carried out to understand the gene’s evolutionary history. The data are classified based on forward and reverse sequences. Results: Our analysis indicates that ACTG1 may function as a downstream effector of RRAD, offering potential avenues for diabetes …
Investigation Of The Effect Of Belinostat On Mcf-7 Breast Cancer Stem Cells Via The Wnt, Notch, And Hedgehog Signaling Pathway, Zeliha Tuncer, Ercan Kurar, Tugçe Duran
Investigation Of The Effect Of Belinostat On Mcf-7 Breast Cancer Stem Cells Via The Wnt, Notch, And Hedgehog Signaling Pathway, Zeliha Tuncer, Ercan Kurar, Tugçe Duran
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate belinostat’s (PXD101) activity on MCF-7 breast cancer stem cells (CSCs) via Wnt, Notch, and Hedgehog. Methods: This research study was carried out at the Department of Medical Biology, Necmettin Erbakan University, Konya, Turkey, from June 2017 to July 2019. The effect of PXD101 on MCF-7 cell viability was determined by cell proliferation kit (XTT). Following belinostat treatment, CD44+/CD24- MCF-7 CSCs were isolated by FACS. Ribonucleic acid isolation and copy-deoxyribonucleic acid synthesis were carried out using HEK-293 cells, MCF-7 cells, and MCF-7 CSCs. Expression changes of metastasis-related genes, Wnt, Hedgehog, Notch, and stem cell markers were analysed by …
Course And Predictors Of Excellent Response To Therapy In Patients With Differentiated Thyroid Cancer At Long-Term Follow-Up, Shaza A. Samargandy, Ghofran N. Qorban, Arwa K. Aljadani, Salihah S. Almufarji, Abdulrahman M. Azab, Mazin A. Merdad, Marwan R. Al-Hajeili, Saad J. Samargandy
Course And Predictors Of Excellent Response To Therapy In Patients With Differentiated Thyroid Cancer At Long-Term Follow-Up, Shaza A. Samargandy, Ghofran N. Qorban, Arwa K. Aljadani, Salihah S. Almufarji, Abdulrahman M. Azab, Mazin A. Merdad, Marwan R. Al-Hajeili, Saad J. Samargandy
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the long-term outcomes of differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) and the predictive factors for excellent and incomplete responses to therapy on long-term follow-up of patients. Methods: A retrospective chart review and analysis was carried out at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Demographic, histological, and therapeutic data were collected from patients older than 13 years at the time of diagnosis, with a minimum follow-up of 18 months. Outcomes were divided into excellent, indeterminate, biochemically incomplete, and structurally incomplete responses. Odds ratios (ORs) for predictors of incomplete response at the last visit were determined. We first tested associations …
Revisiting The Clinical Utilization Of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing In Saudi Arabia After 2 Decades: A Cross-Sectional Study, Monira I. Aldhahi, Abdulfattah S. Alqahtani, Hazzaa M. Al-Hazzaa
Revisiting The Clinical Utilization Of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing In Saudi Arabia After 2 Decades: A Cross-Sectional Study, Monira I. Aldhahi, Abdulfattah S. Alqahtani, Hazzaa M. Al-Hazzaa
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the prevalence of cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) usage and identify barriers among major hospitals and medical centers in Saudi Arabia. We also aim to compare these findings with data from nearly 2 decades ago. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 70 major hospitals and medical centers were contacted, and 52 (74.2%) responded. The participants involved in this study were healthcare providers proficient in carrying out CPET from different specialties. The survey comprised 21 items covering CPET utilization, exercise mode characteristics, common protocols, types of patients or disorders, and barriers to not carrying out CPET. Results: The majority (n=37; …
Neonatal Group B Streptococcus Infection At A Single Center In Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia, Amal M. Surrati, Khulood M. Alharbi, Walaa Mohammedsaeed, Hanaa F. Almohammadi
Neonatal Group B Streptococcus Infection At A Single Center In Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia, Amal M. Surrati, Khulood M. Alharbi, Walaa Mohammedsaeed, Hanaa F. Almohammadi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the occurrence of Group B Streptococcus (GBS) infection in neonates and its associated risk factors in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This retrospective study was carried out at the Maternity and Child Hospital in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, between 2017-2022. The laboratory and clinical data of 64 neonates were collected and analyzed using GraphPad Prism 7 software. Results: Out of 16,022 neonates admitted to the nursery, 64 infants were diagnosed with GBS infection. Approximately 53.1% were male, 46.9% female, 15.6% were preterm, and 84.4% were full-term. Vaginal births accounted for 71.9%. The mean onset age was 10±12.4 days. Among …
Acute Side Effects And Health Care Requirements In Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Radiotherapy, Gamze Temiz, Gul Cankaya, Aslıhan Ozturk, Zerrin Ozgen
Acute Side Effects And Health Care Requirements In Breast Cancer Patients Treated With Radiotherapy, Gamze Temiz, Gul Cankaya, Aslıhan Ozturk, Zerrin Ozgen
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To identify the unmet needs of breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy Methods: A pretest-posttest single-group experimental design, a variation of the experimental research approach, was employed in this investigation. The study’s sample consisted of 28 breast cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy at the radiation oncology clinic of a training and research hospital between November 2021 and April 2022. The sample size was determined using G*Power 3.1 software. Data were collected using an Information Form, Radiotherapy Acute Side Effects Follow-up Form, and the Supportive Care Needs Scale (SCNS-SF34). Results: Participants reported experiencing side effects such as difficulty swallowing, sore throat, cough, …