Publications by authors named "A Harzallah"
Article Synopsis
- - The prevalence of diabetes in Tunisia rose significantly from 15.5% in 2016 to 23% in 2023, with a corresponding study examining chronic kidney disease (CKD) among diabetic patients to understand its prevalence based on factors like specialist type and demographic characteristics.
- - An observational study conducted between January and February 2023 included over 10,000 diabetic patients, using KDIGO guidelines to diagnose CKD, focusing on data collected across various healthcare settings in Tunisia.
- - The results indicated that 38.7% of diabetic patients had CKD, with higher rates among males and older patients, as well as those diagnosed by nephrologists. CKD was more prevalent in the Mid-East region of Tunisia
Introduction: Solitary plasmacytoma is a rare, localized malignancy. Bone localizations are the most common. Extramedullary plasmacytomas are much rarer.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) is a disease of multi-organ dysfunction due to excessive immune activation causing widespread inflammation and tissue destruction. It is a severe condition associated with high morbidity and mortality. Early identification is crucial for prompt treatment.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFCatheter-related infections (CRI) are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in chronic hemodialysis (HD) patients. In this paper, we share our experience with CRI in HD patients. We recorded 49 cases of CRI among 167 patients during a period of 40 months (January 2018-April 2021).
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- The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted the management of chronic diseases, especially for patients undergoing in-center dialysis, while Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) offers a home-based alternative.
- Limited research exists on the effects of COVID-19 specifically on PD patients, but this study examines 24 cases within a PD population, highlighting the challenges faced during the pandemic.
- Findings revealed that all COVID-19 cases occurred in unvaccinated patients, with common symptoms including asthenia and dry cough, and significant co-morbidities like diabetic nephropathy; however, the overall initiation of PD remained stable throughout the pandemic.