The accuracy and adequacy of rapid on-site evaluation conducted by trained pulmonologist on transbronchial needle aspiration samples: A systemic review and meta-analysis.

Introduction: The effective deployment of rapid on-site cytologic evaluation (ROSE) requires the availability of a cytologist/pathologist. Several studies investigated the capability of trained pulmonologists to assess the adequacy and validity of transbronchial needle aspiration (TBNA) samples. This study aimed to determine the validity and adequacy of ROSE by pulmonologists (P-ROSE).

Foodborne botulism outbreak with potential new management options.

Objectives: To shed some light on a potential therapeutic modality that may facilitate resolution of botulism symptoms, namely 3,4-diaminopyridine (3,4-DAP).

Methods: In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we recently encountered a foodborne botulism outbreak that, luckily, was discovered early. In Prince Sultan Military Medical city, we admitted, during a period of approximately 3 weeks, 15 probable cases, 2 of which were excluded due to more likely alternative diagnoses.

Laser assisted pulmonary metastasectomy promises a low local recurrence rate.

Pulmonary metastasectomy (PM) is consensually performed in a parenchyma-sparing manner to preserve functionally healthy lung tissue. However, this may increase the risk of local recurrence at the surgical margin. Laser assisted pulmonary metastasectomy (LPM) is a relatively recent innovation that is especially useful to resect multiple metastatic pulmonary nodules.

Management of nephrolithiasis in the Middle East over a recent decade: A systematic review.

Nephrolithiasis is a prevalent issue around the globe, particularly in hot climates such as Saudi Arabia. This analysis's objectives were to investigate the characteristics of kidney stones in Eastern Saudi Arabia and to provide the following findings: urinary stone composition, gender and age distribution, seasonal variations in stone formation, coexisting diseases linked to stone development, and urinary stone incidence. With comparisons to European and American populations, the primary risk factors for nephrolithiasis in Asian populations are to be determined through this systematic review and meta-analysis.

The Baveno Classification as a Predictor of CPAP Titration Pressure in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome.

Introduction: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is a clinical condition characterised by repeated periods of partial or full obstruction of airflow throughout sleep, with impairment of the quality of life and increased mortality with socioeconomic impacts. CPAP therapy is a simple and effective treatment option for OSAS patients. To overcome the clinical and prognostic limitations of AHI-as a sole index of OSAS-the Baveno classification was recently set out and introduced into clinical practice.

Trend for hypospadias repair among surgeons in Saudi Arabia: Insights and recommendations.

Background: Currently, there are many techniques available for repairing hypospadias in urogenital reconstructive surgery.

Aim: The purpose of this survey is to determine the preferred age of hypospadias repair patients, as well as the preferred surgical techniques among Saudi urologic and pediatric surgeons.

Materials And Methods: An E-mail questionnaire was sent to urologic and pediatric surgeons throughout Saudi Arabia.

Obesity and lifestyle behaviours among in-school children in Oman.

Background: Many countries are experiencing an increasing prevalence of childhood obesity and this needs to be carefully addressed.

Aims: To determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity and the sociodemographic factors and lifestyle risk behaviours associated with obesity among in-school children in Al Buraimi Governorate, Oman.

Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study among 714 male and female in-school children aged 6-17 years in 14 government schools in Al Buraimi Governorate, Oman, from April to July 2019.

Brucellar testicular abscess: The 17 case report and review of literature.

Brucellosis is an endemic zoonotic disease caused by intracellular gram-negative coccobacilli called . This infectious disease may implicate many farm animals and is transmissible to exposed humans. Brucellosis is potentially life-threatening and may lead to granulomatous multi-organ involvement with tendency to chronicity and recurrence.

Effect of the Fraction of Inspired Oxygen on Intermittent Central Venous Oxygen Saturation Measurements.

Background: Central venous oxygen saturation (ScvO) is an essential test readily performed both by medical and nursing personnel in a critical care setting. It gives information on the patient's oxygen supply, oxygen consumption, and cardiac output. It plays an important role in early goal-directed treatment.

Detection of MET gene somatic mutations in hepatocellular carcinoma of Egyptian patients using next-generation sequencing.

Introduction: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the sixth most common type of cancer worldwide and fourth in Egypt. Liquid biopsy is important to get cell-tumour DNA (ctDNA), for subsequent utilisation as a biomarker for cancer diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. In clinical oncology, ctDNA analysis is utilised in cancer screening.

Effect of Y on the structural and photoluminescence properties of yttrium-doped sodium borate glass.

Glass of the composition 70%B O -(30-x)%Na O-x%Y O with x = 0, 0.5, 1, 1.5, 2, and 2.

Role of MicroRNA-223 and MicroRNA-182 as Novel Biomarkers in Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer.

Background: Colorectal cancer is a common and lethal disease. It is estimated that approximately 145,600 new cases of large bowel cancer are diagnosed annually in the USA. MiRNA-223 and miRNA-182 have been reported in various cancers, such as lung, gastric, breast and colorectal cancer and proposed to be valid and reliable for diagnosis as well as prognosis.

ΔSpO2/distance ratio from the six-minute walk test in evaluation of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Introduction: The six-minute walk test (6MWT) contains two independent components: walk distance (6MWD) and oxygen saturation (SpO₂). 6MWD does not give detailed data on numerous COPD associated disorders. As oxygen desaturation plays a key role in exercise limita-tions, a few new parameters integrating oxygen desaturation during exercise along with walk distance are necessary.

Diagnostic Yield of Transbronchial Lung Cryobiopsy Compared to Transbronchial Forceps Biopsy in Patients with Sarcoidosis in a Prospective, Randomized, Multicentre Cross-Over Trial.

Background: Transbronchial lung forceps biopsy (TBLF) is of limited value for the diagnosis of interstitial lung disease (ILD). However, in cases with predominantly peribronchial pathology, such as sarcoidosis, TBLF is considered to be diagnostic in most cases. The present study examines whether transbronchial lung cryobiopsy (TBLC) is superior to TBLF in terms of diagnostic yield in cases of sarcoidosis.

Relationship of the pulmonary disease severity scoring with thromboembolic complications in COVID-19.

Purpose: To correlate thromboembolic (TE) complications secondary to COVID-19 with the extent of the pulmonary parenchymal disease using CT severity scores and other comorbidities.

Methods: In total, 185 patients with COVID-19 and suspected thromboembolic complications were classified into two groups based on the presence or absence of thromboembolic complications. Thromboembolic complications were categorized based on location.

Influence of Pharyngeal Anaesthesia on Post-Bronchoscopic Coughing: A Prospective, Single Blinded, Multicentre Trial.

Background: Local anaesthesia of the pharynx (LAP) was introduced in the era of rigid bronchoscopy (which was initially a conscious procedure under local anaesthetic), and continued into the era of flexible bronchoscopy (FB) in order to facilitate introduction of the FB. LAP reduces cough and gagging reflex, but its post-procedural effect is unclear. This prospective multicentre trial evaluated the effect of LAP on coughing intensity/time and patient comfort after FB, and the feasibility of FB under propofol sedation alone, without LAP.

Peripheral ischemic limb necrosis (Acro-ischemia) associated with severe COVID-19 patients (COVID-19 limbs): A report of three cases.

The association between severe coronavirus disease 2019 and hypercoagulable state was observed in many reports. This may be explained by the presence of hypoxia, severe systemic inflammatory response, immobilization due to intensive care unit (ICU) admission, and diffuse intravascular coagulation. We report three patients who were admitted to our respiratory ICU with acute severe respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) requiring mechanical ventilation due severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection, who developed severe limb ischemia during the course of the disease.

Transbronchial lung cryobiopsy performed in acute COVID-19 pneumonia: first report.

A COVID-19 diagnosis is usually based on PCR detection of viral RNA in airway specimens in a patient with typical clinical fea-tures. Histological features of the COVID-19 lung disease are reported from autopsies. Transbronchial cryobiopsy (TBCB) is an evolving technique usually performed in the diagnosis of interstitial lung disease.

Assessment of Brushing Techniques in School Children and Its Association with Dental Caries, Omdurman, 2019.

Background: Dental caries are a common infectious disease of childhood. It is a highly prevalent disease among children.

Aim: The goal of this study was to assess the different brushing techniques used by school children and to identify if there is an association between brushing techniques and dental caries.

Mimickers of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on chest CT: spectrum of CT and clinical features.

COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) is a recently emerged pulmonary infection caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2). It started in Wuhan, China, in December 2019 and led to a highly contagious disease. Since then COVID-19 continues to spread, causing exponential morbidity and mortality and threatening economies worldwide.

Screening of latent TB infection in patients with recently diagnosed bronchogenic carcinoma.

Background: Cancer and pulmonary tuberculosis are major global health concerns and are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. The association between active tuberculosis and subsequent cancer development has been investigated for many years. This study was planned to determine the prevalence of latent tuberculosis infection in patients with recently diagnosed bronchogenic carcinoma.