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Association Between Intrauterine Fetal Growth Restriction And Abo Blood Groups At King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Saudi Arabia: Retrospective Study, Nedaa M. Bahkali, Maisam H. Alhammadi, Wehad S. Jambi, Hadeel A. Albaradei, Nadin A. Alharbi, Banan A. Alsaif, Duaa M. Bahkali
Association Between Intrauterine Fetal Growth Restriction And Abo Blood Groups At King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Saudi Arabia: Retrospective Study, Nedaa M. Bahkali, Maisam H. Alhammadi, Wehad S. Jambi, Hadeel A. Albaradei, Nadin A. Alharbi, Banan A. Alsaif, Duaa M. Bahkali
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the potential association between ABO blood groups and intrauterine fetal growth restriction (IUGR) among pregnant women who delivered at King Abdulaziz University Hospital (KAUH), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study analyzed the medical records of pregnant women who delivered at KAUH and had postnatal follow-up visits. Missing data were completed by conducting phone interviews with patients. Results: A total of 436 patients with a mean age of 31.2±5.5 years were included in the study. 50.7% of the women had blood type O, 28.4% had blood type A, 16.5% had blood type B, and …
Comment On: Autoimmune Diseases And Their Prevalence In Saudi Arabian Patients With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Abdulghani Alsaeed
Comment On: Autoimmune Diseases And Their Prevalence In Saudi Arabian Patients With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Abdulghani Alsaeed
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Clinical Trial In Pregnant Women Addresses Detection Of Heart Disorder In The Fetus
Clinical Trial In Pregnant Women Addresses Detection Of Heart Disorder In The Fetus
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Do Allergic Conditions Increase The Risk Of Developing Long-Covid After Sars-Cov-2 Infection?
Do Allergic Conditions Increase The Risk Of Developing Long-Covid After Sars-Cov-2 Infection?
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Working Under The Sun Causes 1 In 3 Deaths From Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer, Say Who And Ilo
Working Under The Sun Causes 1 In 3 Deaths From Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer, Say Who And Ilo
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Quitting Smoking Cuts Your Risk Of Developing Type 2 Diabetes By 30–40%
Quitting Smoking Cuts Your Risk Of Developing Type 2 Diabetes By 30–40%
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Unsafe Water, Sanitation And Hygiene: A Persistent Health Burden
Unsafe Water, Sanitation And Hygiene: A Persistent Health Burden
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Ban Smoking And Vaping In School To Protect Young People
Ban Smoking And Vaping In School To Protect Young People
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
The Role Of Cross-Reactive Immunity To Emerging Coronaviruses: Implications For Novel Universal Mucosal Vaccine Design, Wael Alturaiki
The Role Of Cross-Reactive Immunity To Emerging Coronaviruses: Implications For Novel Universal Mucosal Vaccine Design, Wael Alturaiki
Saudi Medical Journal
Host immune response to coronaviruses and the role of cross-reactivity immunity among different coronaviruses are crucial for understanding and combating the continuing COVID-19 outbreak and potential subsequent pandemics. This review paper explores how previous exposure to common cold coronaviruses and more pathogenic coronaviruses may elicit a protective immune response against SARS-CoV-2 infection, and discusses the challenges posed by some variants of concern that may escape current vaccines. It also highlights the need for a mucosal universal vaccine that can induce long-term protection against current and emerging coronaviruses by leveraging cross-reactive immunity. We propose a novel mucosal universal vaccine that consists …
Understanding The Prevalence, Progression, And Management Of Metabolic Syndrome In Saudi Arabia, Faez Falah Alshehri
Understanding The Prevalence, Progression, And Management Of Metabolic Syndrome In Saudi Arabia, Faez Falah Alshehri
Saudi Medical Journal
Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is characterized by the coexistence of several disorders comprising hypertension, abdominal obesity, insulin sensitivity, and dyslipidemia. In recent times, MetS has gained increased attention due to the global prevalence of obesity. Adipose tissue plays a crucial role in this syndrome by releasing various molecules significantly affecting lipid/insulin regulation, oxidative stress, and cardiovascular function. Tumor necrosis factor-α (p-α), an inflammatory cytokine, and adiponectin, an adipose tissue-specific protein, are considered vital adipokines that play a significant role in the pathogenesis of MetS. The impact of dietary ingredients on MetS management has been extensively studied over the past few decades. …
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Articlescase Report
In This Issuesystematic Revieworiginal Articlescase Report
Saudi Medical Journal
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Overview Of Hypertension In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Sulaiman A. Alshammari, Abdullah S. Alshammari, Hotoon S. Alshammari, Shaik S. Ahamed
Overview Of Hypertension In Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Sulaiman A. Alshammari, Abdullah S. Alshammari, Hotoon S. Alshammari, Shaik S. Ahamed
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control of hypertension in Saudi Arabia. Methods: We searched electronic databases and the references lists of found publications between 1990 and 2022. Original cross-sectional studies in English were included using PubMed, Google Scholar, and the Saudi Digital Library. A meta-analysis was performed to assess the combined prevalence, awareness, treatment, and control rates of hypertension. Results: Twenty-nine studies with 278873 individuals aged 14-100 were considered. The pooled prevalence of hypertension was 22.66% (95% CI:18.95-26.60), Cochran’s Q=6221.98, dff=22, p <0.0001; I 2 =99.65%, Egger’s test ( p =0.0033) across 23 studies with 272378 people. The pooled hypertension awareness rate was 42.8% from 6 studies with 36046 participants (95% CI:35.66-50.01), Cochran’s Q=781.86, dff=5, p <0.0001; I 2 =99.4% and Egger’s test p =0.3772. The pooled proportion of hypertension patients treated in 6 studies involving 46075 samples was 59.4% (95% CI=38.14-79.02), Cochran’s Q=9793.79 dff=5, p <0.0001; I 2 =99.95%, Egger’s test p =0.8284. The pooled proportion of hypertension-controlled participants across 15 studies comprising 264817 subjects was 34.97% (95% CI: 27.62-42.68), Cochran’s Q=11048.28, dff=14, p <0.0001; I 2 =99.87% and Egger’s test p =0.9760. Conclusion: The prevalence of hypertension was high, with low awareness, treatment, and control rates among Saudis. Therefore, policymakers and healthcare providers must work harmoniously to promote health and to prevent, detect, and control hypertension early. PROSPERO Reg. No.: CRD42023407978
Identification Of Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Gene (Cftr) Variants: A Retrospective Study On The Western And Southern Regions Of Saudi Arabia, Talal Almaghamsi, Wejdan Ba Attiyah, Mona Bahasan, Badi A. Alotaibi, Shahad F. Alahmadi, Mehenaz Hanbazazh, Abeer Zakariyah, Rimah A. Saleem, Munaifah K. Alanezi, Yousef Hawsawi
Identification Of Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Gene (Cftr) Variants: A Retrospective Study On The Western And Southern Regions Of Saudi Arabia, Talal Almaghamsi, Wejdan Ba Attiyah, Mona Bahasan, Badi A. Alotaibi, Shahad F. Alahmadi, Mehenaz Hanbazazh, Abeer Zakariyah, Rimah A. Saleem, Munaifah K. Alanezi, Yousef Hawsawi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the geographic distribution of common cystic fibrosis (CF) variants in the western and southern regions of Saudi Arabia. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on 69 patients diagnosed with CF at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, Jeddah. Patient data were collected retrospectively between June 2000 and November 2021. Various parameters were considered, including patient demographic information, CFTR variants, and respiratory cultures. Results: We identified 26 CFTR variants in 69 patients with CF, including one novel variant that had not been reported or published before (1549del G) in 2 patients with CF. The 6 most prevalentvariants …
Physiological Association Of The Breakpoint With The Duration Of Hyperventilation, Ayesha Sadiqa, Ambreen Khalid, Abdullah Islam
Physiological Association Of The Breakpoint With The Duration Of Hyperventilation, Ayesha Sadiqa, Ambreen Khalid, Abdullah Islam
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the relationship of body mass index (BMI) with breath-holding time (BHT) as well as that of BHT with the duration of hyperventilation (DOH) in young healthy adults. Methods: An observational study was performed at Shalamar Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan, between May 2021 and June 2022. Healthy first-year Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery students aged 18-22 years, with a normal BMI were included. Spirometric measurements were taken through a spirometer pod connected to a pneumotachometer (model: Power Lab 26T). Body mass index was calculated as the weight (kg) to height (m 2 ) ratio. Pearson …
The Effect Of Poor Glycemic Control On Cognitive Function In Children And Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study (2019–2020), Safiah M. Al-Shehaili, Seham S. Al-Johani, Nora T. Al-Sarhan, Aisha A. Al-Anazi, Faten F. Al-Mijmaj, Wadha N. Al-Qhatani, Lama M. Al-Nasser, Dania R. Al-Yami, Amal S. Al-Razooq
The Effect Of Poor Glycemic Control On Cognitive Function In Children And Adolescents With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study (2019–2020), Safiah M. Al-Shehaili, Seham S. Al-Johani, Nora T. Al-Sarhan, Aisha A. Al-Anazi, Faten F. Al-Mijmaj, Wadha N. Al-Qhatani, Lama M. Al-Nasser, Dania R. Al-Yami, Amal S. Al-Razooq
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the effect of chronic hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia, and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) on the cognitive function of children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), and explore whether early disease onset correlated with cognitive impairment. Methods: Children and adolescents with T1DM who attended the Pediatric Diabetes Clinic between January 2019 and 2020, aged between 5–14 years, with a mean of 3 glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) readings ≥7% (53 mmol/mol) during the study period reflecting a hyperglycemic status and who agreed to participate were interviewed about their history of hypoglycemia and DKA. Participants were personally interviewed by a clinical psychologist …
Smartphone Addiction And Its Association With Hypertension And Quality Of Sleep Among Medical Students Of Northern Border University, Arar, Saudi Arabia, Tehreem Aftab, Ehtisham Khyzer
Smartphone Addiction And Its Association With Hypertension And Quality Of Sleep Among Medical Students Of Northern Border University, Arar, Saudi Arabia, Tehreem Aftab, Ehtisham Khyzer
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To observe the smartphone addiction’s prevalence and its relation to hypertension and sleep quality. Methods: This study was carried out at the College of Medicine, Northern Border University, Arar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from October 2022 to March 2023. A total of 200 medical students were selected using convenience sampling. Standard procedures were used to estimate the student’s height, weight, body mass, and blood pressure. Smartphone addiction was assessed using the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version and sleep quality was assessed using Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. Relationships between smartphone addiction, sleep quality, hypertension, and obesity were estimated using multivariate logistic …
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (Npwt) Is Superior To Conventional Moist Dressings In Wound Bed Preparation For Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Yin Wu, Gan Shen, Chao Hao
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (Npwt) Is Superior To Conventional Moist Dressings In Wound Bed Preparation For Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Randomized Controlled Trial, Yin Wu, Gan Shen, Chao Hao
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To compare the efficacy of negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) and alginate dressings on wound bed preparation prior to split thickness skin graft (STSG) surgery for patients with chronic diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). Methods: Between September 2022 and March 2023, we completed a randomized controlled trial in Nanjing First Hospital and PLA 454 Hospital. Patients were divided into 2 groups: i) the NPWT group (with vacuum-assisted closure, n=50); ii) the control group (with alginates dressings, n=50). Once DFU wound was filled with healthy granulation tissues, STSG surgery was performed. The time to STSG surgery was regarded as the primary …
Outcome And Complications Of Outpatient Parenteral Therapy In Pediatric Emergency Utilizing Only Peripheral Vascular Access: A Retrospective Descriptive Study, Nasser A. Haidar, Mohammed N. Alamri, Fysel L. Manthattil, Mohammed A. Alshaof, Sharaf M. Alkuhali
Outcome And Complications Of Outpatient Parenteral Therapy In Pediatric Emergency Utilizing Only Peripheral Vascular Access: A Retrospective Descriptive Study, Nasser A. Haidar, Mohammed N. Alamri, Fysel L. Manthattil, Mohammed A. Alshaof, Sharaf M. Alkuhali
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe the cure and complication rates of outpatient parenteral therapy (OPT) utilizing only peripheral vascular access. Methods: Using a retrospective descriptive study design, we reviewed the medical charts for children aged up to 15 years old who had been discharged from the emergency department into the care of the OPT unit from January 2018 to April 2019. The primary outcomes were cure and complication rates. Results: Out of 814,150 visits, 2,788 (0.34%), accounting for 2,126 patients, were managed in the OPT unit. The majority had 2 days of symptoms, and 26.4% had comorbidities. Most patients started the treatment …
Risk Factors And Characteristics Of Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients In Jordan, Rashed O. Alqaisi, Waqar A. Al-Kubaisy, Shahed N. Abughanam, Areen Z. Alfalayleh, Mohamad-Said H. Almasri
Risk Factors And Characteristics Of Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients In Jordan, Rashed O. Alqaisi, Waqar A. Al-Kubaisy, Shahed N. Abughanam, Areen Z. Alfalayleh, Mohamad-Said H. Almasri
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To investigate the occurrence and identify the factors contributing to hospitalization among individuals diagnosed with COVID-19. Methods: From June 15, 2020 to September 30, 2020, a cross-sectional study utilizing an online questionnaire was carried out in Jordan. The study included 657 COVID-19 patients who had recovered and had reached a minimum of 3 months post-illness. Sociodemographic and COVID-19-related data were collected. The questionnaire was distributed to members of the “My Experience with COVID-19 Association” in Jordan. Results: The prevalence of hospitalization among COVID-19 patients was 3%. Patients with hypertension ( p =0.00), diabetes mellitus ( p =0.00), and heart …
Epidemiology Of Lean/Non-Obese Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In China: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Jianmei Zhang, Xiaocheng Huang, Luying Dong, Yachao Yang, Dehuan Kong
Epidemiology Of Lean/Non-Obese Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In China: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Jianmei Zhang, Xiaocheng Huang, Luying Dong, Yachao Yang, Dehuan Kong
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the prevalence and metabolic characteristics of lean/non-obese (L/NO) nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in China. Methods: The databses, inlcuding PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE, as well as Cochrane databases, were retrieved for eligible studies. The prevalence together with clinical features of L/NO-NAFLD in China were analyzed using a random/fixed effects model. Lean or nonobese participants were characterized by the cut-offs of body mass index used in original studies. Heterogeneity was identified using meta-regression and subgroup analyses. Results: We included 25 studies for the final analysis comprising 229091 L/NO Chinese adults and 22641 diagnosed with NAFLD, with the …
Incidence, Risk Factors, And Maternal Outcomes Of Major Degree Placenta Previa: A 10-Year Retrospective Analysis, Mehad H. Alqasem, Ayman H. Shaamash, Ahmed A. Mahfouz, Mamdoh A. Eskandar
Incidence, Risk Factors, And Maternal Outcomes Of Major Degree Placenta Previa: A 10-Year Retrospective Analysis, Mehad H. Alqasem, Ayman H. Shaamash, Ahmed A. Mahfouz, Mamdoh A. Eskandar
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the incidence, risk factors, and maternal outcomes of “major degree” placenta previa (PP)/placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) in Abha Maternity and Children’s Hospital, Abha, Saudi Arabia. Secondly, to compare our findings to those of previous studies on PP/PAS in Saudi Arabia. Methods: This is a retrospective study that included 299 patients diagnosed with major degree PP/PAS and admitted to Abha Maternity and Children’s Hospital, Abha, Saudi Arabia, within 10 years (January 2012-December 2021). Also, we compared our results to the outcomes of PP/PAS patients in 6 previous Saudi studies. Results: The total number of deliveries was 54,341; PP …
Renin-Angiotensin-System Blockers And Igg Antibodies In End-Stage Renal Disease Hemodialysis-Receiving Patients Diagnosed With Covid-19 Infection, Sultan A. Almdallaleh, Abdulkareem O. Alsuwaida, Abdulhadi M. Altalhi, Dina M. Aljayar, Elzibair E. Massad, Mazaher M. Hamid, Parameaswari P. Jaganathan, Fadel H. Al-Hababi
Renin-Angiotensin-System Blockers And Igg Antibodies In End-Stage Renal Disease Hemodialysis-Receiving Patients Diagnosed With Covid-19 Infection, Sultan A. Almdallaleh, Abdulkareem O. Alsuwaida, Abdulhadi M. Altalhi, Dina M. Aljayar, Elzibair E. Massad, Mazaher M. Hamid, Parameaswari P. Jaganathan, Fadel H. Al-Hababi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the prevalence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections among patients receiving in-center hemodialysis (ICHD), the relationship between the IgG antibody levels against the virus and SARS-CoV-2-associated symptoms, hemodialysis adequacy, and the antihypertensives used in order to control blood pressure. Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out at a tertiary care center, King Fahad Kidney Center, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between November 2020 and January 2021. A total of 214 ICHD patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) were included, and the levels of their anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies were assessed after obtaining their informed consent. …
Factors Predicting Medication Adherence Among Coronary Artery Disease Patients In Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive Study, Abdulaziz M. Almarwani, Bayan M. Almarwani
Factors Predicting Medication Adherence Among Coronary Artery Disease Patients In Saudi Arabia: A Descriptive Study, Abdulaziz M. Almarwani, Bayan M. Almarwani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To measure medication adherence among coronary artery disease (CAD) patients and identify sociodemographic factors that are medication adherence predictors. Methods: A cross-sectional correlation design was carried out, following the STROBE guidelines. The study was carried out in a specialized cardiac center in the western region of Saudi Arabia between March 2019 and January 2020. A total of 278 patients completed the study survey. Results: The majority of participants (59.4%) reported moderate medication adherence, and the remainder reported poor (30.6%) and good (10%) medication adherence. It was found that women patients, patients with higher education levels, non-smokers, patients who regularly …
Afghanistan’S Health System Suffers Critical Underfunding, Calls For Donor Support
Afghanistan’S Health System Suffers Critical Underfunding, Calls For Donor Support
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Clostridioides (Clostridium) Difficile: A Silent Nosocomial Pathogen, Ibrahim A. Al-Zahrani
Clostridioides (Clostridium) Difficile: A Silent Nosocomial Pathogen, Ibrahim A. Al-Zahrani
Saudi Medical Journal
Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) infection is still a threat to many healthcare settings worldwide. Clostridioides difficile epidemiology has changed over the last 20 years, largely due to the emergence of hypervirulent and antimicrobial-resistant C. difficile strains. The excessive use of antimicrobials, the absence of optimal antibiotic policies, and suboptimal infection control practices have fueled the development of this pressing health issue. The prudent use of antimicrobials, particularly broad-spectrum agents, and simple infection control measures, such as hand hygiene, can significantly reduce C. difficile infection rates. Moreover, the early detection of these infections and understanding their epidemiological behavior using accurate laboratory …
Molecular Pathology Of Colorectal Cancer: The Saudi Situation In Perspective, Abdulaziz Alfahed
Molecular Pathology Of Colorectal Cancer: The Saudi Situation In Perspective, Abdulaziz Alfahed
Saudi Medical Journal
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most common cancers worldwide, and one of the most common causes of cancer deaths. In recent times, significant advancements have been made in elucidating the molecular alterations of the disease, and the results have been an improved understanding of CRC biology, as well as the discovery of biomarkers of diagnostic, prognostic, and therapeutic significance. In this review, an evaluation is carried out of the molecular pathology research of CRC emanating from Saudi Arabia. The verdict is that the data on the molecular alterations in CRC from Saudi patients is at best modest. This …
Association Between Body Mass Index And Hemoglobin A1c With Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Level: A Retrospective Cohort Study, Wejdan A. Alhamdan, Thamer A. Alsulaiman, Razan I. Alsabti, Ola M. Abdulmowla, Somayh E. Elnaggar, Yaser Alendijani
Association Between Body Mass Index And Hemoglobin A1c With Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen Level: A Retrospective Cohort Study, Wejdan A. Alhamdan, Thamer A. Alsulaiman, Razan I. Alsabti, Ola M. Abdulmowla, Somayh E. Elnaggar, Yaser Alendijani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the association between body mass index (BMI) and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) with serum prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level. Methods: A retrospective cohort study was carried out at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from January 2016 to December 2021. Data were collected from the medical records of patients who visited the family medicine clinics, including demographics, smoking status, BMI value, index PSA level, testosterone level, digital rectal exam findings, prostate biopsy status, fasting blood glucose (FBG), HbA1c, diabetes duration, chronic comorbidities (namely, hypertension, dyslipidemia, or chronic kidney disease), and medication history. Results: The …
Covid-19 Vaccine In Hemodialysis Patients: Time For A Boost, Waleed H. Mahallawi
Covid-19 Vaccine In Hemodialysis Patients: Time For A Boost, Waleed H. Mahallawi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate anti-spike immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibody levels of hemodialysis patients and correlate them with the patients’ demographic data and to evaluate these patients’ need for a coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) vaccine booster. Methods: A cross-sectional multi-center study carried out at King Abdulaziz Kidney Center, Hasan Tahir Hemodialysis Center, and Hayat Organization Hemodialysis Center in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia. Patients (n=167) who received a minimum single dose of COVID-19 vaccine were recruited. The samples were collected between March 2022 and January 2023. Anti-spike IgG antibody levels were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. Results: A significantly higher proportion of patients who …
Comparison Of Laboratory Biomarkers For The Prediction Of In-Hospital Mortality And Severity Of Acute Pulmonary Embolism: A Multi-Center Study, Yasir M. Alsubhi, Ahmed H. Alhadi, Abdulaziz M. Hammudah, Riyadh A. Alahmadi, Azhar M. Aljohani, Sami Al Dubai, Abdulqader I. Susi, Kholoud Almuwallad, Turki A. Alwasaidi
Comparison Of Laboratory Biomarkers For The Prediction Of In-Hospital Mortality And Severity Of Acute Pulmonary Embolism: A Multi-Center Study, Yasir M. Alsubhi, Ahmed H. Alhadi, Abdulaziz M. Hammudah, Riyadh A. Alahmadi, Azhar M. Aljohani, Sami Al Dubai, Abdulqader I. Susi, Kholoud Almuwallad, Turki A. Alwasaidi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the specificity and sensitivity of prognostic biomarkers in individuals diagnosed with acute pulmonary embolism (PE). Methods: This study retrospectively enrolled 162 patients from the 741 patients who were hospitalized with acute PE and diagnosed using pulmonary computed tomography (CT) angiogram at 5 hospitals in Saudi Arabia between January 2015 and December 2019. Pulmonary embolism patients classified into survivor and non-survivor groups. Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio (PLR), and red cell distribution width (RDW) were all recorded and were compared between the groups. The evaluation of mortality prediction, sensitivity, and specificity was carried out by employing receiver operating …
Integration Of Functional Capacity To Medically Necessary, Time-Sensitive Scoring System: A Prospective Observational Study, Ahmet K. Koltka, Müşerref B. Dinçer, Mehmet Güzel, Mukadder Orhan-Sungur, Tülay Özkan-Seyhan, Demet Altun, Mehmet İlhan
Integration Of Functional Capacity To Medically Necessary, Time-Sensitive Scoring System: A Prospective Observational Study, Ahmet K. Koltka, Müşerref B. Dinçer, Mehmet Güzel, Mukadder Orhan-Sungur, Tülay Özkan-Seyhan, Demet Altun, Mehmet İlhan
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate 2 new modifications to medically necessary, time-sensitive (MeNTS) scoring systems integrating functional capacity assessment in estimating intensive care unit (ICU) requirements. Methods: This prospective observational study included patients undergoing elective surgeries between July 2021 and January 2022. The MeNTS scores and our 2 modified scores: MeNTS-METs (integrated Duke activity status index [DASI] as metabolic equivalents [METs]) and MeNTS-DASI-5Q (integrated modified DASI [M-DASI] as 5 questions) were calculated. The patients’ ICU requirements (group ICU+ and group ICU-), DASIs, patient-surgery-anesthesia characteristics, hospital stay lengths, rehospitalizations, postoperative complications, and mortality were recorded. Results: This study analyzed 718 patients. The MeNTS, …