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Translation, Cultural Adaptation, And Evaluation Of The Psychometric Properties Of An Arabic Diabetes Distress Scale: A Cross Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia, Mohammed A. Batais, Fahad D. Alosaimi, Abdulrahman A. Alyahya, Ouf A. Aloofi, Mohammad K. Almashouq, Khalid S. Alshehri, Abdulaziz F. Alfraiji
Translation, Cultural Adaptation, And Evaluation Of The Psychometric Properties Of An Arabic Diabetes Distress Scale: A Cross Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia, Mohammed A. Batais, Fahad D. Alosaimi, Abdulrahman A. Alyahya, Ouf A. Aloofi, Mohammad K. Almashouq, Khalid S. Alshehri, Abdulaziz F. Alfraiji
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To translate, validate, and adapt the diabetes distress scale (DDS)-17 to a Saudi Arabian (SA) DDS (SADDS-17). Also, to evaluate the psychometric properties of the newly adapted SADDS-17. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study evaluating the psychometric properties of the DDS. The DDS was translated using the forward-backward translation from English to Arabic at King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in January 2016. Statistical analyses included exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency, testretest reliability, and construct validity. Moreover, contingent validity was evaluated using hospital anxiety and depression scale, visual analogue scale, and the World Health Organization quality …
The Association Between Diabetes Numeracy And Diabetes Self-Management Among Saudi Adults With Insulin-Treated Diabetes, Hiba Y. Alruhaim, Turky H. Almigbal, Joud S. Almutairi, Muhammad H. Mujammami, Turki A. Almogbel, Abdullah A. Alrasheed, Mohammed A. Batais
The Association Between Diabetes Numeracy And Diabetes Self-Management Among Saudi Adults With Insulin-Treated Diabetes, Hiba Y. Alruhaim, Turky H. Almigbal, Joud S. Almutairi, Muhammad H. Mujammami, Turki A. Almogbel, Abdullah A. Alrasheed, Mohammed A. Batais
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe the association between diabetes numeracy and diabetes self-management among Saudi adults with insulin-treated diabetes. Methods: From August 2018 to January 2019, a cross-sectional study was conducted in 3 diabetes centers in Riyadh, Buraydah, and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Systematic random sampling was used to include 290 Saudi adults with insulin-treated diabetes. The levels of diabetes numeracy and diabetes self-management were measured by using the Diabetes Numeracy Test tool (DNT-15) and Diabetes Self-Management Questionnaire tool (DSMQ). Results: The final analysis included 279 completed surveys. The mean total score of DSMQ was 6.47. The total DSMQ score was higher among …
Interim Statement Of The Covid-19 Subcommittee Of The Who Global Advisory Committee On Vaccine Safety On Astrazeneca Covid-19 Vaccine
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Who Urges Countries To Build A Fairer, Healthier World Post-Covid-19
Who Urges Countries To Build A Fairer, Healthier World Post-Covid-19
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Comparison Of The Perspectives Of The Pediatric Surgeons And Pediatric Urologists In Management Of Cryptorchidism In Saudi Arabia, Osama A. Bawazir, Abdulrahman Maghrabi, Omemh Abdullah Bawazeer, Soliman Binyahib, Razan Bawazir, Nawaf Halabi, Abdullah Bawazir
Comparison Of The Perspectives Of The Pediatric Surgeons And Pediatric Urologists In Management Of Cryptorchidism In Saudi Arabia, Osama A. Bawazir, Abdulrahman Maghrabi, Omemh Abdullah Bawazeer, Soliman Binyahib, Razan Bawazir, Nawaf Halabi, Abdullah Bawazir
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the variability in perspectives between pediatric surgeons and pediatric urologists in managing cryptorchidism. Methods: We conducted this survey among pediatric surgeons and pediatric urologists managing cryptorchidism in Saudi Arabia in October 2020. We distributed a questionnaire to 187 consultants using the Google forms platform. We collected data related to the consultant’s experience, preoperative management, management of nonpalpable testes, management of palpable undescended testes, management of the cryptorchidism in special situations. Results: The response rate was 77% for pediatric surgeons (n=77) and 46% for pediatric urologists (n=40). The number of cases managed by each specialty per year differed …
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Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Effect Of Natural Honey On Lowering Lipid Profile
Effect Of Natural Honey On Lowering Lipid Profile
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the available evidence of natural honey and its effect on improving lipid profiles among the adult population. Methods: The following databases were searched in May 2020 for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and crossover studies without any restrictions in language, publication year, or status: CENTRAL, Embase Elsevier, ClinicalTrials.gov, MEDLINE, the WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform, and Google Scholar. We included all RCTs and crossover studies that studied the effect of natural honey on improving lipid levels in individuals at any age, for any dose and duration. Trials investigated the intake of honey alone or honey dissolved in …
Glutathione And Oxidized Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (Nad+) Redox Status In Plasma And Placental Tissue Of Saudi Patients With Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Feda S. Aljaser, Hazem K. Ghneim, Mashael M. Alshubaily, Manal Abudawood, Faisal Almajed, Sabiha Fatima, Yazeed A. Alsheikh
Glutathione And Oxidized Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (Nad+) Redox Status In Plasma And Placental Tissue Of Saudi Patients With Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Feda S. Aljaser, Hazem K. Ghneim, Mashael M. Alshubaily, Manal Abudawood, Faisal Almajed, Sabiha Fatima, Yazeed A. Alsheikh
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the oxidation state and gene expression profiles of relevant enzymes in intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) patients in Saudi Arabia. Methods: Current case-control study involved plasma and placental tissue samples from 25 IUGR patients and 25 healthy pregnant (HP) women attending the Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic, King Khalid University Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, between April and November 2017. We compared hydrogen peroxide, superoxide anions, malondialdehyde, and oxidative stress markers levels and the activities of glutathione-related enzymes (glutathione peroxidase [GPx], glutathione reductase [GR], glutathione S-transferase [GST], glutamate cysteine ligase [GCL], glutathione synthetase [GS], reduced glutathione [GSH], oxidized glutathione [GSSG], …
Age And Gender Differences In The Prevalence Of Chronic Diseases And Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Scores In Adults In Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia, Aljohara M. Alquaiz, Ambreen Kazi, Abdulaziz A. Alodhayani, Aljohara Almeneessier, Khaled M. Alhabeeb, Amna R. Siddiqui
Age And Gender Differences In The Prevalence Of Chronic Diseases And Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk Scores In Adults In Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia, Aljohara M. Alquaiz, Ambreen Kazi, Abdulaziz A. Alodhayani, Aljohara Almeneessier, Khaled M. Alhabeeb, Amna R. Siddiqui
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate age and gender differences in the prevalence of chronic diseases and to calculate atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) risk scores in adults aged 30-75 years in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This cross-sectional, interview-based study was conducted with 2997 men and women, visiting primary health care centers in Riyadh, during the years 2015 to 2016. Serum glycosylated hemoglobin and lipid levels were measured by ion-exchange high-performance liquid chromatography and fully automated analyzer using enzymatic methods, respectively. The 10-year and lifetime ASCVD risk scores were calculated using an online calculator. Results: The mean age of men was 43.1 (±11.7) …
Assessment Of Disaster Preparedness At General Hospitals In Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah Province, Western Region Of Saudi Arabia: A Study Of Pre Intervention And Post Intervention Test Scores From 2017 To 2019, Anas Khan, Jalal Alowais, Abdullah Nofal, Tareef Alama
Assessment Of Disaster Preparedness At General Hospitals In Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah Province, Western Region Of Saudi Arabia: A Study Of Pre Intervention And Post Intervention Test Scores From 2017 To 2019, Anas Khan, Jalal Alowais, Abdullah Nofal, Tareef Alama
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the Ministry of Health (MoH) hospitals preparedness for potential disasters and crisis events using the World Health Organization (WHO) hospital emergency response checklist. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at MoH hospitals in Al-Madina, Saudi Arabia using the WHO hospital emergency response checklist. The overall level of hospital preparedness was categorized as unacceptable if the rating is between 0-64, insufficient if it is between 65-129 and effective preparedness if the score is between 130-184. The study conducted in 3 phases. First phase, the preintervention assessment was conducted from August 23 to 27, 2017. Second phase, intervention strategies …
Levels Of Public Awareness Regarding Cervical Spine Injury And The Suitable First Aid Response Among Adults In Saudi Arabia, Mohammed L. Al-Otaibi, Khalid H. Almutairi, Khalid M. Al-Otaibi, Abdulelah N. Alghaeb, Saeed H. Al-Hadi
Levels Of Public Awareness Regarding Cervical Spine Injury And The Suitable First Aid Response Among Adults In Saudi Arabia, Mohammed L. Al-Otaibi, Khalid H. Almutairi, Khalid M. Al-Otaibi, Abdulelah N. Alghaeb, Saeed H. Al-Hadi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the level of public awareness regarding cervical spine injuries among adult residents of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out between June and November 2020. It involved structured questionnaires, collecting information on participant socio-demographic characteristics, first responder training status, and the awareness of cervical spine trauma and suitable first aid response. Results: A total of 4914 respondents (age, 31.6 ± 11.8 years) completed the survey. Most participants (75.2%) reported road traffic accidents as a risk factor for cervical spine injury. Moreover, 79.4% of the participants reported that cervical spine injury …
The Efficacy Of Vancomycin Powder In Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Center Study, Wazzan S. Aljuhani, Abdullah M. Alanazi, Mohammad A. Alghafees, Sondos H. Sagor, Ali A. Alhandi
The Efficacy Of Vancomycin Powder In Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Center Study, Wazzan S. Aljuhani, Abdullah M. Alanazi, Mohammad A. Alghafees, Sondos H. Sagor, Ali A. Alhandi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the efficacy of vancomycin powder (VP) in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Methods: The study design was retrospective cohort. All patients who underwent primary TKA for osteoarthritis between January 1, 2018, and March 1, 2020, in King Abdulaziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia were included (n=98). Of the total participants, 48 participants in the experimental group matched with 48 participants in the control group were included in the final study sample. Numerical variables are reported as means, standard deviations, and standard errors. The hypothesis was tested using the Chi-square test and independent t-test. Results: In comparison to the …
Patterns Of Breast Cancer Radiotherapy Practices Among Saudi Radiation Oncologists, Reem K. Ujaimi
Patterns Of Breast Cancer Radiotherapy Practices Among Saudi Radiation Oncologists, Reem K. Ujaimi
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To identify practice patterns among radiation oncologists in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A questionnaire comprising 27 scientific questions and 6 demographic questions was created in 2019 by a faculty member at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and distributed among radiation oncologists in Saudi Arabia between February and April 2019. Results: Twenty-four responses were received. Regarding chest wall treatment after mastectomy, 100% of the respondents offered postmastectomy radiotherapy (PMRT) for tumor stage 3 node 1 (T3N1) or T4 disease, while 87.5% offered PMRT for T2N1, and 83.3% offered PMRT for T3N0 disease. In contrast, there was a lack of consensus …
Study Examines The Use Of Electroconvulsive Therapy In England
Study Examines The Use Of Electroconvulsive Therapy In England
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Clinical Characteristics And Outcomes Of Children With Covid-19 In Saudi Arabia, Abeer A. Alnajjar, Ahmed M. Dohain, Gaser A. Abdelmohsen, Turki S. Alahmadi, Zaher F. Zaher, Abobakr A. Abdelgalil
Clinical Characteristics And Outcomes Of Children With Covid-19 In Saudi Arabia, Abeer A. Alnajjar, Ahmed M. Dohain, Gaser A. Abdelmohsen, Turki S. Alahmadi, Zaher F. Zaher, Abobakr A. Abdelgalil
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the demographic and clinical characteristics, underlying comorbidities, and outcomes of children with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. Methods: In this retrospective study, we reported 62 pediatric patients (age <14 years) with confirmed COVID-19 between March 2 and July 1, 2020, at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Results: Comorbid conditions, including cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and malignant disorders, were reported in 9 patients (14.5%). The most prominent presenting complaints were fever (80.6%) and cough (48.4%). Most of our patients (80.6%) had mild disease, 11.3% had moderate disease, and 8.1% exhibited severe and critical illness. Twenty-one patients (33.9%) were hospitalized, with 4 patients (6.5%) admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit, and 3 (4.8%) patients died. Conclusion: All pediatric age groups are susceptible to COVID-19, with no gender difference. COVID-19 infection may result in critical illness and even mortality in subsets of pediatric patients.
Yield Of Whole-Body Computed Tomography At A Low-Volume Emergency Department: A 5-Year Experience, Hamidh A. Almusayliem, Layan A. Kommosani, Raghdaa M. Malebary, Miral A. Althagafi, Reem A. Alghanmi, Qusai S. Nematallah, Amal Bakhsh, Abdullah A. Bakhsh
Yield Of Whole-Body Computed Tomography At A Low-Volume Emergency Department: A 5-Year Experience, Hamidh A. Almusayliem, Layan A. Kommosani, Raghdaa M. Malebary, Miral A. Althagafi, Reem A. Alghanmi, Qusai S. Nematallah, Amal Bakhsh, Abdullah A. Bakhsh
Saudi Medical Journal
ABSTRACT Objectives: To share our experience with immediate whole-body computed tomography (WBCT) imaging for trauma patients and to determine its association with surgical intervention and hospital admission. Methods: This retrospective observational study included 208 trauma patients who presented to the emergency department and underwent WBCT at the King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia between January 2014 and November 2018. We excluded pregnant patients and those who went into traumatic cardiac arrest or died before imaging. Results: Of all included patients, 48.6% were adults and 72.1% had positive findings; of these, 36.7% of patients were admitted for observation and 27.3% …
Pattern Of Cancers In Adolescent And Young Adults.: A 15-Year Retrospective Study At King Fahad Hospital, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia, Abdulkader M. Albasri, Irfan A. Ansari
Pattern Of Cancers In Adolescent And Young Adults.: A 15-Year Retrospective Study At King Fahad Hospital, Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia, Abdulkader M. Albasri, Irfan A. Ansari
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To evaluate the incidence and pattern of cancer in adolescents and young adults (AYAs) age group in Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah region of Saudi Arabia. Methods: This retrospective histopathology-based study was conducted at a tertiary care center in Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia and comprised cases of cancers for 15 years between January 2006 and December 2020. Results: During the last 15-year period, 8,769 cases of cancers were diagnosed out of which 475 (5.4%) cases were registered in AYAs. Of these cases, 232 (48.8%) were males while 243 (51.2%) were females, with a male-to-female ratio of 0.9:1. The 3 most common cancer …
A Pediatric Case Of Double Gallbladder With Gallstone, Abdullah O. Bawazir, Osama A. Bawazir, Razan O. Bawazir
A Pediatric Case Of Double Gallbladder With Gallstone, Abdullah O. Bawazir, Osama A. Bawazir, Razan O. Bawazir
Saudi Medical Journal
Double gallbladder is a rare anomaly and an asymptomatic condition. However, it can sometimes present with abdominal pain. Gallbladder pathology requires precise diagnosis and a surgical procedure to relieve its symptoms. Here, we discuss a case of a child suffered from a congenital heart disease who presented with double gallbladder having gallstones. The case was resolved via surgical intervention without postoperative complications.
Who Adds Janssen Vaccine To List Of Safe And Effective Emergency Tools Against Covid-19
Who Adds Janssen Vaccine To List Of Safe And Effective Emergency Tools Against Covid-19
Saudi Medical Journal
No abstract provided.
Saudi Experts’ Recommendation For Rsv Prophylaxis In The Era Of Covid-19: Consensus From The Saudi Pediatric Pulmonology Association, Adel S. Alharbi, Mohamed Alzahrani, Abdulrahman N. Alodayani, Mohamed Y. Alhindi, Saleh Alharbi, Abdulrahman Alnemri
Saudi Experts’ Recommendation For Rsv Prophylaxis In The Era Of Covid-19: Consensus From The Saudi Pediatric Pulmonology Association, Adel S. Alharbi, Mohamed Alzahrani, Abdulrahman N. Alodayani, Mohamed Y. Alhindi, Saleh Alharbi, Abdulrahman Alnemri
Saudi Medical Journal
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common cause of bronchiolitis and viral pneumonia in pediatrics worldwide. In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), the prevalence of RSV is 23.5% in pediatric patients with acute lower respiratory tract illness. Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) poses critical public health and socioeconomic challenges in KSA. The Saudi Pediatric Pulmonology Association (SPPA), a subsidiary of the Saudi Thoracic Society (STS), developed a task force to determine the potential challenges and barriers to the RSV immunoprophylaxis program during the era of COVID-19 and to compose a practical, nationwide, and multidisciplinary approach to address these challenges. Some …
Clonidine Versus Tramadol For Post Spinal Anesthesia Shivering: A Meta-Analysis Of Randomized Controlled Trials
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To compare clonidine with tramadol for shivering control following spinal anesthesia. Methods: The literature was searched updated to August 2020, and only randomized controlled trials comparing clonidine and tramadol for shivering control following spinal anesthesia were eligible for this study. Results: Fourteen studies with 960 patients were identified. Clonidine demonstrated a lower effective rate of shivering control (OR: 0.59; 95% CI: 0.40-0.88; p =0.009; I 2 =36%), but with decreased occurrence of nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Clonidine increased the occurrence of bradycardia, hypotension, and sedation compared to tramadol. Conclusion: Tramadol is more effective for shivering control than clonidine, but …
The Use Of Neutrophil-To-Lymphocyte Ratio (Nlr) As A Marker For Covid-19 Infection In Saudi Arabia: A Case-Control Retrospective Multicenter Study, Anwar A. Sayed, Assem A. Allam, Ayman I. Sayed, Mohammed A. Alraey, Mercy V. Joseph
The Use Of Neutrophil-To-Lymphocyte Ratio (Nlr) As A Marker For Covid-19 Infection In Saudi Arabia: A Case-Control Retrospective Multicenter Study, Anwar A. Sayed, Assem A. Allam, Ayman I. Sayed, Mohammed A. Alraey, Mercy V. Joseph
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To assess the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) diagnostic and prognostic value in the context of Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) infection in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A case-control study in which 701 confirmed COVID-19 patients (of which 41 were intensive care unit [ICU]-admitted) and 250 control subjects were enrolled. The study was conducted retrospectively in October on patients admitted to 3 separate hospitals in Saudi Arabia namely: King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz University Hospital (Riyadh), Ohud Hospital (Madinah), and Nojood Medical Center (Madinah) between May and September 2020. Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio was calculated based on absolute neutrophil and lymphocyte count. Institutional ethical approval was obtained …
Evaluation Of Covid-19 Myths In Saudi Arabia, Noara K. Alhusseini, Muhammad R. Sajid, Haifa A. Alsheikh, Tala H. Sriwi, Nour B. Odeh, Rawan E. Elshaer, Rawand E. Altamimi, Peter M.B. Cahusac
Evaluation Of Covid-19 Myths In Saudi Arabia, Noara K. Alhusseini, Muhammad R. Sajid, Haifa A. Alsheikh, Tala H. Sriwi, Nour B. Odeh, Rawan E. Elshaer, Rawand E. Altamimi, Peter M.B. Cahusac
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To examine the awareness level of COVID-19 and to highlight the frequency of myths and misconceptions among Saudi Arabia’s population. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study from June 13 to 20, 2020 by distributing a 16-item online Google forms questionnaire among adults (18-65 years old) living in Saudi Arabia. We utilized the convenience sampling. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square and multiple regression analysis on Jamovi. Results: A total of 1436 responses were analyzed with 43.5% males and 56.5% females. Most respondents (89.1%) thought that only the elderly above 60 years old are considered at high risk of contracting …
Sleep Quality And Insomnia During The Covid-19 Lockdown Among The Saudi Public: A Cross-Sectional Study, Adel S. Alharbi, Sultan M. Alshahrani, Muslim M. Alsaadi, Hamdan H. Al-Jahdali, Siraj O. Wali, Ahmed S. Bahammam
Sleep Quality And Insomnia During The Covid-19 Lockdown Among The Saudi Public: A Cross-Sectional Study, Adel S. Alharbi, Sultan M. Alshahrani, Muslim M. Alsaadi, Hamdan H. Al-Jahdali, Siraj O. Wali, Ahmed S. Bahammam
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To measure the Saudi population’s sleep quality during the lockdown of COVID-19. Methods: An internet-based questionnaire that was performed during the lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic among the Saudi population over 2 weeks from April 1 to April 15, 2020. We used the instant messaging application WhatsApp and Twitter to reach the targeted population. Saudi citizens and non-Saudi residents who can read and understand the questionnaire were recruited. Data were analyzed using Stata and SPSS. Results: A total of 790 responses were included. The majority of participants were the Saudi population 735 (92.9%). The prevalence of insomnia and poor …
Temporomandibular Joint Involvement In Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A Single Tertiary-Center Experience, Jubran T. Alqanatish, Banan S. Alrewaithi, Wafaa M. Alsewairi, Altaf H. Khan, Mohammed J. Alsalman, Abdulrhman A. Alrasheed
Temporomandibular Joint Involvement In Children With Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: A Single Tertiary-Center Experience, Jubran T. Alqanatish, Banan S. Alrewaithi, Wafaa M. Alsewairi, Altaf H. Khan, Mohammed J. Alsalman, Abdulrhman A. Alrasheed
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe the clinical and laboratory characteristic, state the treatment and outcome of patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis ( JIA ) , and describe temporomandibular joint ( TMJ ) involvement as observed in a large tertiary center. Methods: A retrospective cross-sectional study of children diagnosed with JIA was assessed at King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2015-2019), which included a descriptive analysis of children who had TMJ involvement among our study group. Subjects diagnosed with the TMJ arthritis were based either on clinical musculoskeletal examination or using contrast-enhanced MRI. Results: We reviewed 123 cases with different JIA …
Disease Phenotype And Diagnostic Delay In Saudi Patients With Primary Sjögren’S Syndrome: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Study, Mohammed A. Omair, Bashaer S. Alqahtani, Esam H. Alhamad, Yusra A. Tashkandy, Nashwa S. Othman, Khalid A. Alshahrani, Muthurajan P. Paramasivam, Fahidah Alenzi, Rabih Halwani, Maha H. Daghestani
Disease Phenotype And Diagnostic Delay In Saudi Patients With Primary Sjögren’S Syndrome: An Exploratory Cross-Sectional Study, Mohammed A. Omair, Bashaer S. Alqahtani, Esam H. Alhamad, Yusra A. Tashkandy, Nashwa S. Othman, Khalid A. Alshahrani, Muthurajan P. Paramasivam, Fahidah Alenzi, Rabih Halwani, Maha H. Daghestani
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To describe primary Sjögren’s syndrome (pSS) cohort in Saudi Arabiain view in of clinical/serological/histopathological phentotype, and, diagnostic delay. Methods: A cross-sectional study conducted between October 2018 and May 2019. Diagnostic delay was calculated from symptoms onset to clinical diagnosis. The European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) Sjögren’s Syndrome Disease Activity Index (ESSDAI) and EULAR Sjogren’s Syndrome Patient Reported Index (ESSPRI) were calculated. Results: Forty-one patients were included in the study. There were predominantly females (78%) with a mean (±SD) age of 58.76±12.7 and disease duration of 4.6±2.28 years. The mean diagnostic delay was 2.2±2.4 (range 1-11) years. Minor salivary gland …
The Correlation Between Fear Of Falling And Upper Extremity Muscle Strength, Bulent Yardimci, Melahat Akdeniz, Tarik Demir
The Correlation Between Fear Of Falling And Upper Extremity Muscle Strength, Bulent Yardimci, Melahat Akdeniz, Tarik Demir
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the relationship between fear of falling (FOF) and upper extremity muscle strength. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 112 hospitalized, mobile patients. Forty-seven (42%) were males and 65 (58%) were females, and the mean age was 72.3. The study was carried out between September 2018 and September 2019 at Balikli Rum Hospital Nursing Homes, Istanbul, Turkey. Patients were tested using geriatric tools (such as Mini-Mental State Examination) and physical tests such as handgrip, key pinch and 6-meter up and go tests. Results: The average annual falling number of elderly people with FOF was statistically significantly higher than that …
Prevalence And Characteristics Of Autistic Children Attending Autism Centres In 2 Major Cities In Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study, Heba J. Sabbagh, Basma A. Al-Jabri, Malek A. Alsulami, Lutfi A. Hashem, Ala A. Aljubour, Rana A. Alamoudi
Prevalence And Characteristics Of Autistic Children Attending Autism Centres In 2 Major Cities In Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study, Heba J. Sabbagh, Basma A. Al-Jabri, Malek A. Alsulami, Lutfi A. Hashem, Ala A. Aljubour, Rana A. Alamoudi
Saudi Medical Journal
ABSTRACT Objectives: To assess the prevalence and characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)-affected children attending autistic centers in 2 major cities in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study, including ASD centers and schools (37 centers) in Makkah and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia was conducted between January and March 2020. Data were collected from records and parents of children with ASD using a questionnaire on sociodemographic, family history, consanguinity, severity, and maternal risk factors. Results: All centers in Makkah and Jeddah participated, with a total of 1,023 ASD children. The prevalence of ASD was 2.618 per 1,000 children for Jeddah, 3.68 per …
Determinants Of Tobacco Cessation Among Patients With Chronic Diseases (Diabetes/Hypertension) Enrolled In Ministry Of Health Tobacco Cessation Clinics, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia From 2012-2017: A Case Control Study, Nariman A. Alshakhis, Mahmoud A. Mahmoud, Ali M. Alwadey
Determinants Of Tobacco Cessation Among Patients With Chronic Diseases (Diabetes/Hypertension) Enrolled In Ministry Of Health Tobacco Cessation Clinics, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia From 2012-2017: A Case Control Study, Nariman A. Alshakhis, Mahmoud A. Mahmoud, Ali M. Alwadey
Saudi Medical Journal
ABSTRACT Objectives: To investigate factors associated with tobacco cessation among patients with (diabetes or hypertension) who attended Ministry of Health (MOH) Tobacco Cessation Clinics (TCC), Saudi Arabia over the years 2012-2017. Methods: A case control study was conducted with 402 respondents. Data collection took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from January 2018 to April 2018. Cases were patients with diabetes or hypertension who had been abstinent from tobacco for at least 6 months after attending MOH tobacco cessation clinics. Controls were patients with chronic diseases who had not quit tobacco after cessation clinics. Data were collected through a questionnaire by …
Incidence Of Delirium In The Critical Care Unit And Risk Factors In The Central Region, Saudi Arabia, Rami M. Abazid, Shaima A. Al-Harbi, Abdulaziz S. Allihimy, Dawood A. Aldrewesh, Sarah A. Alkuraydis, Ibtihal M. Alhammad, Ahmed Y. Elbashir, Adel M. Widyan, Samah I. Abohamr
Incidence Of Delirium In The Critical Care Unit And Risk Factors In The Central Region, Saudi Arabia, Rami M. Abazid, Shaima A. Al-Harbi, Abdulaziz S. Allihimy, Dawood A. Aldrewesh, Sarah A. Alkuraydis, Ibtihal M. Alhammad, Ahmed Y. Elbashir, Adel M. Widyan, Samah I. Abohamr
Saudi Medical Journal
Objectives: To determine the incidence and risk factors of delirium in the cardiac care unit (CCU) and intensive care unit (ICU). Methods: This multicenter prospective observational study was conducted between July 2019 and November 2019 in the central region of Saudi Arabia. All patients admitted to the critical care units were enrolled, and their demographic data and risk factors of delirium were reported. Results: A total of 165 patients were included: 76 (46.1%) admitted to the CCU and 89 (53.9%) admitted to the ICU. The mean age was 55.1±18 years, and 45 (27.3%) were women. We found that 24/165 (14.5%) …