Impact of COVID-19 on the Volume of Pediatric Surgery Cases in a Referral Hospital in the Al-Madina Region of Saudi Arabia.

Background The COVID-19 pandemic has affected healthcare systems worldwide, leading to prioritizing resources for the diagnosis and management of COVID-19 cases. As a result, providing medical care to patients with health conditions, including pediatric surgeries, has been significantly affected. Objectives The objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the prevalence of pediatric surgeries in a referral hospital in Al-Madina, KSA.

Microbiota as a New Target in Cancer Pathogenesis and Treatment.

The microbial ecosystem of humans is an integral part of human health and disease. A significant percentage of tumors worldwide are thought to be microbially induced. The relationship between cancer and microbes is complex.