Oral health status among recreational cannabis (marijuana and hashish) users in the USA: A NHANES-based cross-sectional study.

Background: As of November 2023, twenty-four states, two territories, and DC have legalized marijuana for non-medical use, leading to concerns about its potential oral health effects. This study investigated the association between marijuana use and clinical dental outcomes among adults in the US.

Methods: We analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2015 to 2018 using a cross-sectional survey of non-institutionalized US civilians.

Prognosis of Postoperative Pulmonary Embolism in High Altitude.

Background: Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a common cause of death and serious disability, with risks that extend beyond the acute phase. Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, high mortality rates remain a persistent problem.

Aim: The current study aimed to investigate PE prognosis and its determinants among native highlanders in Taif City, Saudi Arabia.

Virtual reality simulation of panoramic radiographic anatomy for dental students.

Purpose: This work aimed to utilize virtual reality (VR) in dental radiographic anatomical interpretation in junior dental students and test if it can enhance student learning, engagement, and performance.

Methods: VR software for panoramic anatomy was developed. Sixty-nine first-year dental students were divided into a control group (lecture-based) and an experimental group (VR) to learn panoramic radiographic anatomy.

Awareness and Knowledge of Women About Hormone Replacement Therapy in Taif City, Saudi Arabia.

Background It is crucial for women to have a good understanding of menopause from a young age, as this natural transition can have significant effects on their lives. Having this knowledge can help them handle the associated changes and improve their overall well-being. This study aimed to assess the level of awareness, attitude, and misconceptions regarding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and menopause among women residing in the Taif region.

Medication Adherence Among Multimorbid Patients With Polypharmacy and Its Relation to Social Support at National Guard Primary Health Care Centers, Riyadh.

Objective: The aim of the present study was to estimate the prevalence of nonadherence to medication in multimorbid patients with polypharmacy and its relationship to social support in primary healthcare centers in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional, convenience-sample, non-randomized study in three primary healthcare centers managed by National Guard Health Affairs. The participants included 417 adult patients - (a) with two or more chronic illnesses and (b) who were taking two or more medications.

Rate of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Device-Related Infection at a Tertiary Hospital in Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Introduction Cardiovascular implantable electronic devices (CIEDs) are long-term cardiac treatments that address a variety of cardiac diseases. In the recent years, a steady growth has been noticed in CIEDs, mainly due to expanding indications for their usage. Possible device-related infection, whether pocket or systemic, which leads to high morbidity and mortality, is one of the most worrying complications.