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Comment On: Universal In-House Neonatal Hips Ultrasonography Screening In The United Arab Emirates, Raid Al Baradie, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Abdullah K. Aljandal, Abdulaziz A. Aljish, Rashed N. Alburaqi, Fallaj B. Alharbi, Ashwaq D. Almutairi, Naif A. Binroshod, Bader A. Althumayri, Nina Đorđević
Comment On: Universal In-House Neonatal Hips Ultrasonography Screening In The United Arab Emirates, Raid Al Baradie, Faizan Z. Kashoo, Abdullah K. Aljandal, Abdulaziz A. Aljish, Rashed N. Alburaqi, Fallaj B. Alharbi, Ashwaq D. Almutairi, Naif A. Binroshod, Bader A. Althumayri, Nina Đorđević
Saudi Medical Journal
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Urgent Action Needed To Protect Children And Prevent The Uptake Of E-Cigarettes
Urgent Action Needed To Protect Children And Prevent The Uptake Of E-Cigarettes
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Who Prequalifies A Second Malaria Vaccine, A Significant Milestone In Prevention Of The Disease
Who Prequalifies A Second Malaria Vaccine, A Significant Milestone In Prevention Of The Disease
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Validity Of The International Diabetes Federation Risk Stratification Score Of Ramadan Fasting In Individuals With Diabetes Mellitus, Eman M. Alfadhli, Taif S. Alharbi, Abrar M. Alrotoie, Asia A. Aljohani, Amal S. Qari, Bashaer A. Alsubhi, Aram H. Alsaedi, Alaa A. Aljohani
Validity Of The International Diabetes Federation Risk Stratification Score Of Ramadan Fasting In Individuals With Diabetes Mellitus, Eman M. Alfadhli, Taif S. Alharbi, Abrar M. Alrotoie, Asia A. Aljohani, Amal S. Qari, Bashaer A. Alsubhi, Aram H. Alsaedi, Alaa A. Aljohani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the validity of the new International Diabetes Federation-Diabetes and Ramadan International Alliance (IDF-DAR) risk stratification tool for Ramadan fasting in predicting diabetic patients’ ability to fast safely. Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out during Ramadan 2022 at the Diabetes Center, King Fahad Hospital, Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia. The IDF-DAR risk stratification tool was used to calculate fasting risk for diabetic patients pre-Ramadan. The patients were allocated into 3 categories: high, moderate, and low risk. Fasting was left up to the patients and their healthcare providers. Participants filled out a log-sheet each day of Ramadan showing …
Epidemiology Of Tuberculosis In Saudi Arabia Following The Implementation Of End Tuberculosis Strategy: Analysis Of The Surveillance Data 2015-2019, Maha M. Alawi, Haleema A. Alserehi, Ahmed O. Ali, Abeer M. Albalawi, Mashael K. Alanizi, Fatima M. Nabet, Modhi A. Alkamaly, Abdullah M. Assiri, Hani Jokhdar, Mohammed O. Qutub, Moahmmed A. Khoja, Esam I. Azhar, Wael A. Taskandi, Annes A. Sindi, Muhammad Yasir
Epidemiology Of Tuberculosis In Saudi Arabia Following The Implementation Of End Tuberculosis Strategy: Analysis Of The Surveillance Data 2015-2019, Maha M. Alawi, Haleema A. Alserehi, Ahmed O. Ali, Abeer M. Albalawi, Mashael K. Alanizi, Fatima M. Nabet, Modhi A. Alkamaly, Abdullah M. Assiri, Hani Jokhdar, Mohammed O. Qutub, Moahmmed A. Khoja, Esam I. Azhar, Wael A. Taskandi, Annes A. Sindi, Muhammad Yasir
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To analyze the evolution of tuberculosis (TB) epidemiology in Saudi Arabia in the 5 years following the implementation of the end-TB Strategy. Methods: A retrospective analysis of surveillance data, reported by the national tuberculosis control program from 2015-2019, was carried out. The annual incidence and the percentage of yearly changes were calculated and compared to the World Health Organization (WHO) milestones, which anticipate a 4-5% annual decline. Additionally, various other epidemiological indicators of TB were examined. Results: The national TB incidence declined from 10.55% per 100,000 in 2015 to 8.76% per 100,000 in 2019, aligning with the WHO’s 2019 …
Who’S Executive Board Adopts Resolution On Access For Life-Saving Aid Into Gaza And Respect For Laws Of War
Saudi Medical Journal
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Saudi Medical Journal Message, Fahdah Alokaily
Saudi Medical Journal Message, Fahdah Alokaily
Saudi Medical Journal
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Efficacy And Safety Of Glecaprevir And Pibrentasvir In Saudi Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection At A Major Tertiary Hospital, Ali A. Ruwayni, Eman E. Alobary, Khalid M. Alyahya
Efficacy And Safety Of Glecaprevir And Pibrentasvir In Saudi Patients With Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection At A Major Tertiary Hospital, Ali A. Ruwayni, Eman E. Alobary, Khalid M. Alyahya
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir (GLE/PIB) in chronic hepatitis C (HCV) patients, and to assess the prescribers’ adherence to Food and Drug Administration recommendations on treatment duration. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was carried out on chronic HCV patients of ≥18 years, with or without cirrhosis, naive or experienced, and with normal kidney function or chronic kidney disease (including dialysis patients) at Prince Sultan Military Medical City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between February 2020 and March 2021. The primary effectiveness end-point was the number and percentage of patients who achieved a sustained virologic response (SVR12), virologic …
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Article
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Article
Saudi Medical Journal
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War And Health Crisis In Gaza, Fahdah Alokaily
War And Health Crisis In Gaza, Fahdah Alokaily
Saudi Medical Journal
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The Importance Of The Erythrocyte Distribution Width/Albumin Ratio In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Exacerbation, Berrin Z. Eraslan, Sümeyye K. Cengiz, Seda B. Sagmen, Kübra Z. Yalçınkaya, Nesrin Kıral, Sevda Cömert
The Importance Of The Erythrocyte Distribution Width/Albumin Ratio In Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Exacerbation, Berrin Z. Eraslan, Sümeyye K. Cengiz, Seda B. Sagmen, Kübra Z. Yalçınkaya, Nesrin Kıral, Sevda Cömert
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the relationship of the erythrocyte distribution width (RDW)/albumin ratio on hospital length of stay (LOS) and prognosis in patients hospitalized with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) exacerbation. Methods: Patients hospitalized in our clinic for COPD exacerbation were retrospectively analyzed. Demographic characteristics, comorbidities, pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gas, history of hospitalization due to exacerbation in the last year, LOS, C-reactive protein, RDW, albumin, platelet counts, and 30-day mortality status were recorded. Significant cut-off RDW/albumin ratio values that could predict hospitalization for 10 days or more were analyzed. Results: A total of 58 patients were included in our …
Impact Of Pulmonary Infection After Radical Esophagectomy On Serum Inflammatory Markers, Pulmonary Function Indices, And Prognosis, Wu Wang, Tianbao Yang, Jinbiao Xie, Shijie Huang
Impact Of Pulmonary Infection After Radical Esophagectomy On Serum Inflammatory Markers, Pulmonary Function Indices, And Prognosis, Wu Wang, Tianbao Yang, Jinbiao Xie, Shijie Huang
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To analyze the influence of pulmonary infection after radical esophagectomy on serum inflammatory markers, pulmonary function, and prognosis. Methods: We enrolled 278 esophageal cancer patients who underwent radical esophagectomy. Patients were split into the infected (n=51) and uninfected groups (n=227). The inflammatory parameters, complications, and prognosis were compared. Results: In the infected group, interleukin (IL)-6 was 16.19±2.63 ng/L, tumor necrosis factor-α was 19.64±3.07 µg/L, and IL-1β was 22.49±5.13 ng/L at 7 days postoperatively; white blood cell counts was 12.65±2.14 ×10 9 /L, percentage of neutrophils (NEU%) was 67.04±10.48%, and platelet (PLT) counts was 249.82±63.26 ×10 9 /L; the increasing …
Treatment Of Non-Displaced Intracapsular Femoral Neck Fractures With Dynamic Hip And Cannulated Screws Resulting In Avascular Necrosis: A Comparative Study Of Complications, Hashem A. Bukhary, Fahd I. Aljuaid, Khalid M. Alhomayani, Abdulelah A. Saati, Amaal M. Aldosari, Wateen A. Hammadi, Hamed S. Qutbuddeen, Abdulhafiz A. Wazuddin, Haneen A. Hammadi, Amjad M. Jawhari
Treatment Of Non-Displaced Intracapsular Femoral Neck Fractures With Dynamic Hip And Cannulated Screws Resulting In Avascular Necrosis: A Comparative Study Of Complications, Hashem A. Bukhary, Fahd I. Aljuaid, Khalid M. Alhomayani, Abdulelah A. Saati, Amaal M. Aldosari, Wateen A. Hammadi, Hamed S. Qutbuddeen, Abdulhafiz A. Wazuddin, Haneen A. Hammadi, Amjad M. Jawhari
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To compare the complications associated with cannulated hip screws (CHS) and dynamic hip screws (DHS) techniques. Methods: In this multicenter retrospective chart study, we reviewed the records and data of all patients operated upon by DHS or CHS for treatment of Garden type I and type II intracapsular non-displaced femoral neck fracture from January 2017 to December 2022. Patients with incomplete files or follow-ups of less than one year were excluded from the study. Results: The study enrolled 85 patients, 35 males, and 50 females, with a mean age of 72±5.4 for males and 70.6±7.6 for females. A total …
The Prevalence Of Extracranial Carotid Atherosclerosis Detected Via Ultrasound Imaging: A Single-Centre Study In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Salahaden R. Sultan
The Prevalence Of Extracranial Carotid Atherosclerosis Detected Via Ultrasound Imaging: A Single-Centre Study In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Salahaden R. Sultan
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the prevalence of carotid atherosclerosis in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: Data on patients who underwent carotid ultrasound examinations between 2017-2021 were collected retrospectively from the archive of King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Patient characteristics, blood lipid profiles, and plaque features were extracted from the medical records and ultrasound images. Descriptive data were presented as percentages. Results: In total, 1334 patients were reviewed. Of these, 13.5% had carotid plaques and were included in the analysis. The mean patient age was 69.8±10.4 years, and 76.1% were men. The prevalence of hypertension was 62.7% and the prevalence of …
The Effect Of Having A Physician In The Triage Area On The Rate Of Patients Leaving Without Being Seen: A Quality Improvement Initiative At King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Faisal T. Mahmood, Mohammed M. Alghamdi, Mohammad O. Alqithmi, Nasser M. Faris, Muhammad U. Nasir, Ali Salman
The Effect Of Having A Physician In The Triage Area On The Rate Of Patients Leaving Without Being Seen: A Quality Improvement Initiative At King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Faisal T. Mahmood, Mohammed M. Alghamdi, Mohammad O. Alqithmi, Nasser M. Faris, Muhammad U. Nasir, Ali Salman
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the effect of the presence of a physician in the triage area on the number of patients who leave without being seen (LWBS) and some of the factors affecting emergency department (ED) crowding. Methods: This was a pre-post study carried out at King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The 3-month study, consisting of 7826 patients, was split into pre-physician and post-physician periods. Variables compared across these periods were the number of LWBS patients, length of hospital stay, time to physician, and time to disposition decision. Statistical analysis was carried out using R version 4.3.0. Results: Our …
Cross-Cultural Modification Of The University Of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test For The Saudi Arabian Population: Validation And Normative Values, Saad Alsaleh, Ahmed Alhussien, Nawaf Alsubaie, Ziyad Alajlan, Sakhar Albader, Ibrahim Alarifi, Hussain Albaharna, Ibrahim Sumaily
Cross-Cultural Modification Of The University Of Pennsylvania Smell Identification Test For The Saudi Arabian Population: Validation And Normative Values, Saad Alsaleh, Ahmed Alhussien, Nawaf Alsubaie, Ziyad Alajlan, Sakhar Albader, Ibrahim Alarifi, Hussain Albaharna, Ibrahim Sumaily
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To develop a reliable version of the Saudi Arabian-University of Pennsylvania smell identification test (SA-UPSIT) and to establish normative values for both genders. Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out on voluntarily recruited normal participants in King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from April 2018 to May 2023. Culture-familiar odors were chosen and the kit was translated into Arabic for the study. The test was modified 3 times in 4 versions. Following this, a random sample was collected to carry out a re-test after 6 weeks. Results: A total of 288 subjects participated in the development of …
How Do Contraception Preferences Change Over Time? Eight Years Of Experience In A Tertiary Hospital, Merve A. Talmac, Seyma C. Yuksek, Selim Afsar, Aysegul Bestel, Izel Gunay, Ismail Ozdemir
How Do Contraception Preferences Change Over Time? Eight Years Of Experience In A Tertiary Hospital, Merve A. Talmac, Seyma C. Yuksek, Selim Afsar, Aysegul Bestel, Izel Gunay, Ismail Ozdemir
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To examine the contraceptive preferences of women based on their age and to track changes in these preferences over time. Methods: This was an observational, retrospective cross-sectional study. Data from 2742 patients were evaluated for this study. The patient group of the first 4 years was classified as Group I (n=1371) and the last 4 years was classified as Group II (n=1371). The preferred contraception methods between the groups and their changes across the years were examined. Results: Coitus interruptus was found to be the prevailing contraceptive method across all age groups, with 304 (70.9%) in 18-24 age group; …
Developing, Translating, And Validating A Survey Instrument For Assessing Hospital Food Service Staff’S Food Safety Knowledge, Perceptions, And Practices During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Nisreen M. Abdulsalam, Hajar B. Alnomani
Developing, Translating, And Validating A Survey Instrument For Assessing Hospital Food Service Staff’S Food Safety Knowledge, Perceptions, And Practices During The Covid-19 Pandemic, Nisreen M. Abdulsalam, Hajar B. Alnomani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To develop and validate a questionnaire to assess the food safety knowledge, perceptions, and practices (KPPs) of hospital food service staff (FSS) amidst the challenges of the coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Methods: The questionnaire was subjected to a rigorous evaluation process, which included a literature review and focus groups comprising the general public, FSS, and key experts in food service. The pilot testing highlighted its utility and determined its content validity ratio (CVR). Results: Most items received high CVR scores of 0.96, indicating excellent content validity. A subsequent pilot study involved 40 FSS. Reliability testing, using Cronbach’s alpha value …
Over 40 Million Health Professionals Demand Bold Health And Climate Action At Cop28
Over 40 Million Health Professionals Demand Bold Health And Climate Action At Cop28
Saudi Medical Journal
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Application Of Arterial Infusion Ports In Hepatic Arterial Infusion Chemotherapy And Embolization For Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Xinqiang Han, Peng Zhao, Xuemin Wang, Xiaoyu Tan, Yongzhen Zhang
Application Of Arterial Infusion Ports In Hepatic Arterial Infusion Chemotherapy And Embolization For Advanced Hepatocellular Carcinoma, Xinqiang Han, Peng Zhao, Xuemin Wang, Xiaoyu Tan, Yongzhen Zhang
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the safety and feasibility of subcutaneous implantable infusion ports in repeated hepatic arterial infusion chemotherapy (HAIC) for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in China. Methods: A total of 237 patients who were clinically diagnosed with advanced HCC (CNLC III a/III b) in our hospitals from December 2020 to October 2022 were retrospectively analyzed. The approaches of HAIC were divided into 2 groups: arterial infusion port implantation (group A) and one-time femoral artery catheterization (group B) based on the physicians’ suggestion and the patients’ intention. The comfort level (evaluated with the General Comfort Questionnaire), complications and average inpatient expenditure …
A Descriptive Analysis Of Gastric Cancer With An Immunohistochemical Study Of Ki67 And P53 As Prognostic Factors.: Bahrain Experience, Mohmmed Awadh, Aysha Darwish, Huda Alqatari, Fatema M. Buzaid, Abdulla Darwish
A Descriptive Analysis Of Gastric Cancer With An Immunohistochemical Study Of Ki67 And P53 As Prognostic Factors.: Bahrain Experience, Mohmmed Awadh, Aysha Darwish, Huda Alqatari, Fatema M. Buzaid, Abdulla Darwish
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe the increasing number of gastric cancer cases at Bahrain Defense Force Hospital with implementation of immunohistochemistry markers as prognostic factors. Methods: This study included histologically confirmed malignant gastric tumors diagnosed at Bahrain Defense Force Hospital from January 2009 to June 2019. Various epidemiological and pathological data were abstracted and recorded with immunohistochemical analysis of the proliferation marker Ki67 and cell-cycle regulator p53 as prognostic factors. Results: A total of 53 patients with gastric cancer were included in the study, with mean age of 59.75 ± 12.9 years. The typical histological types were signet ring cell adenocarcinoma (68%) …
Osteoporosis In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Ali S. Jawad
Osteoporosis In Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Ali S. Jawad
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
In This Issuereview Articleoriginal Articles
In This Issuereview Articleoriginal Articles
Saudi Medical Journal
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Enhanced External Counterpulsation Increases Coronary Flow Reserve In Coronary Microvascular Disease, Qian Wang, Jia Hao, Wenjun Jiang, Qiang Tan
Enhanced External Counterpulsation Increases Coronary Flow Reserve In Coronary Microvascular Disease, Qian Wang, Jia Hao, Wenjun Jiang, Qiang Tan
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigates the outcomes of enhanced external counterpulsation (EECP) among coronary microvascular disease (CMD) patients. Methods: Coronary microvascular disease patients were separated into the EECP (n=41) and control cohorts (n=42). Prior to and following the 4-week EECP program, coronary flow reserve (CFR) was recorded using transthoracic Doppler echocardiography. The serum endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) and endothelin-1 (ET-1) contents were analyzed by ELISA. Quality of life (QoL) was assessed by the Seattle Angina Questionnaire (SAQ) and the Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) angina class. Results: After four weeks, CFR was substantially enhanced in the EECP versus control cohort ( p <0.05). Endothelin-1 was strongly diminished whereas eNOS was considerably upregulated in the EECP cohort. EECP also enhanced patients’ SAQ scores and decreased the CCS angina class. Conclusion: Enhanced external counterpulsation may improve CFR and enhance the CMD patient QoL.
Bacteriophage Treatment As An Alternative Therapy For Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria, Abdulaziz Alqahtani
Bacteriophage Treatment As An Alternative Therapy For Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria, Abdulaziz Alqahtani
Saudi Medical Journal
Multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria constitute one of the most serious global health threats. The increasing incidence rate of bacterial infections caused by MDR strains and the decrease in the number of newly developed antibiotics have prompted the scientific community to search for alternatives. One such alternative is the use of bacteriophages. In this review, we discuss the most critical MDR organisms, including Acinetobacter baumanni , Pseudomonas aeruginosa , and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus . The efficacy of phage therapy against MDR bacteria is also discussed. We included studies from the last 10 years that examined the efficacy of phage therapy against MDR …
Effectiveness Of Generic Sofosbuvir In The Treatment Of Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection In Saudi Patients, Hamdan S. Alghamdi, Ali A. Alhabobi, Rakan S. Alqahtani, Firas A. Ghomraoui, Khalefa M. Althiab, Abdulrahman A. Aloun, Abduljaleel M. Alalwan, Mutaz B. Abdelmahmoud, Ibrahim H. Altraif, Abdulrahman A. Aljumah
Effectiveness Of Generic Sofosbuvir In The Treatment Of Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection In Saudi Patients, Hamdan S. Alghamdi, Ali A. Alhabobi, Rakan S. Alqahtani, Firas A. Ghomraoui, Khalefa M. Althiab, Abdulrahman A. Aloun, Abduljaleel M. Alalwan, Mutaz B. Abdelmahmoud, Ibrahim H. Altraif, Abdulrahman A. Aljumah
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of generic sofosbuvir (SOF) and branded daclatasvir (DCV) for the treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV)infected patients. Methods: This retrospective study, performed in a single center in Saudi Arabia between August 2017 and July 2022, we enrolled 140 consecutive patients with HCV who received generic SOF and branded DCV. The primary outcome was sustained virologic response at week 12 (SVR12). Results: The majority of the patients were female (62.1%), infected with genotype 4 (57.9%), and treatment-naïve in 120 (85.7%) patients with baseline cirrhosis in 55 (39.3%). The mean patient age was 61±13.6 years. In …
Causes Of Sleep Disturbance In Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Individuals: Is It Depression Or Obstructive Sleep Apnea?, Ayşe Ö. Mete, İlkay Karaoğlan, Kübra Koçak, Begüm Şahin, Elif Yaşamali, Ali E. Kilisli, Meral Uyar
Causes Of Sleep Disturbance In Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Infected Individuals: Is It Depression Or Obstructive Sleep Apnea?, Ayşe Ö. Mete, İlkay Karaoğlan, Kübra Koçak, Begüm Şahin, Elif Yaşamali, Ali E. Kilisli, Meral Uyar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To examine the possible association of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and depression on sleep quality in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PWLHIV). Methods: Adult PWLHIV were included in this prospective, cross-sectional, case-control study. Our study was completed with 99 patients and 80 control subjects. To investigate sleep quality, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Scale and Stanford Sleepiness Scale were used; to determine the risk of OSA, the Berlin and STOP-BANG questionnaires were used; and to evaluate the existence and degree of depression, the Beck Depression Inventory was applied. Results: Patients had significantly higher daytime sleepiness ( p =0.002) and …
Risk Factors For Recurrence Of Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps After Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Retrospective Study, Yahya A. Fageeh, Mohammed A. Basurrah, Khalid T. Hakami, Zohour A. Almalki, Farah S. Alnemari, Wahaj A. Altalhi
Risk Factors For Recurrence Of Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps After Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Retrospective Study, Yahya A. Fageeh, Mohammed A. Basurrah, Khalid T. Hakami, Zohour A. Almalki, Farah S. Alnemari, Wahaj A. Altalhi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the pathophysiological factors leading to chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) recurrence with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) after endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) and compare the clinical and imaging findings between both groups. Methods: A retrospective study was carried out at a tertiary hospital. Patients with recurrent nasal polyps were compared to those with no recurrence by demographics, risk factors, anatomical abnormalities, clinical features, and Lund–Mackey (LM) scores. Both groups were followed up for 24 months after the primary surgery to detect recurrence. Results: Among the 134 patients who underwent ESS for CRSwNP, 69 patients were in the recurrence group and 65 …
Normative Optical Coherence Tomography Reference Ranges Of The Optic Nerve Head, Nerve Fiber Layer, And Macula In Healthy Saudi Children, Lina Raffa, Salma Sadek Alswealh
Normative Optical Coherence Tomography Reference Ranges Of The Optic Nerve Head, Nerve Fiber Layer, And Macula In Healthy Saudi Children, Lina Raffa, Salma Sadek Alswealh
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To use the Cirrus high-definition (HD)-OCT to establish normative data for the macula and optic disc in healthy Saudi children and to examine the effect of age and gender on these parameters. Methods: This retrospective study was carried out at King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH), Saudi Arabia from November 2022 to April 2023. The study involved 135 full-term and healthy Saudi children aged 4-18 years who were evaluated at the KAUH ophthalmology clinic. Detailed demographic and ocular disease history data were obtained from the patients’ medical records. The main outcome measures of the study included measurements of retinal nerve …
Developing And Evaluating The Usability Of A Web-Based Diabetic Retinopathy Health Education Program For Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Rif’Atunnailah Mat Isa, Mei Chan Chong, Wan Ling Lee, Tajunisah Iqbal, Mardiana Mansor, Airul Azizan Zainudin
Developing And Evaluating The Usability Of A Web-Based Diabetic Retinopathy Health Education Program For Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Rif’Atunnailah Mat Isa, Mei Chan Chong, Wan Ling Lee, Tajunisah Iqbal, Mardiana Mansor, Airul Azizan Zainudin
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe the development of a webpage based on the Intervention Mapping (IM) protocol and usability testing of the Diabetic Retinopathy Health Education Profram (DRHEP). Methods: The mixed methods pilot feasibility study was carried out between April and September 2021, involving 16 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and 5 experts. The usability score was rated according to the System Usability Scale (SUS). Results: The average SUS score by the experts was 88. The patients gave a higher score of 85 for SUS, with 58 as the lowest. The average SUS score was 72. The findings indicate that the …