Knowledge and awareness toward human papillomavirus vaccination among Saudi female nursing students.

Introduction: Human Papillomavirus is a sexually transmitted agent, causing cervical cancer. In Saudi Arabia, cervical cancer is ranked as the ninth most common carcinoma in women. HPV vaccine is an effective prevention method against HPV high-risk types such as HPV 18 and 16.

Perspectives toward the application of Artificial Intelligence in anesthesiology-related practices in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study of physicians views.

Background And Aims: The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) relies on computer science and large datasets, with the technology mimicking human intelligence as it makes logical decisions. This study aims to assess the perceptions and experiences of anesthesiology practitioners toward AI and identify its benefits to healthcare professionals and patients, along with current and future applications of AI.

Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive online survey study was disseminated to physicians who work in anesthesiology practice in Saudi Arabia.

Impact of COVID-19 lockdown on sleep patterns and the related problems among nursing students.

Aim: To evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on sleep patterns and quality among nursing students in our college.

Design: A cross-sectional study was carried out.

Methods: A total of 302 nursing students aged 18-25 years, representing both genders and various academic levels, participated in this study.

Hospital-Acquired Bloodstream Infections in the Adult Intensive Care Unit at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Hospital-acquired infections, also called nosocomial infections, are infectious diseases acquired in healthcare facilities at least 48 hours after admission and can't be present at the time of admission. Nosocomial bloodstream infection is a serious medical complication from hospitalization, and it can be potentially preventable by taking certain precautions. Aim The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of central line-related bloodstream infections (CLABSI) with different organisms between January 2022 and February 2024 at the intensive care unit (ICU) at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Evaluation of Two Different Approaches to Health Education (Tailored Leaflet vs Video) on Referral Compliance for Prosthetic Replacement of Missing Teeth Among the Patients at a University Dental Care Center.

Purpose: To assess whether a health education video increased prosthodontic treatment demand for replacing missing teeth compared to a traditional health education (IEC) leaflet among patients visiting a university dental care center in Saudi Arabia.

Materials And Methods: A nonrandomized educational intervention was conducted among patients with missing teeth. A total of 350 participants were divided equally into two health-education intervention groups: leaflet group and video group.

Divalent metal ion in the active site of purple acid phosphatase modulates substrate binding: Kinetic and thermodynamic properties.

The purple acid phosphatase was purified from 5.9-fold to apparent homogeneity from Anagelis arvensis seeds using SP-Sephadex C-50 and Sephadex G-100 chromatography. The results of residual activity tests conducted using different temperature ranges (50-70 °C) were calculated as the activation energy (E = 72 kJ/mol), enthalpy (69.

Prevalence and Determinants of Obesity and Overweight Among Children and Adolescents in the Middle East and North African Countries: An Updated Systematic Review.

In recent years, the countries of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region have experienced alarming increases in the prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity. This updated systematic review sought to measure the prevalence and determinants of obesity and overweight among children and adolescents in MENA countries. A literature search for relevant observational studies published in English was conducted using PubMed, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and Saudi Digital Library.

Preparation of visible-light active MOFs-Perovskites (ZIF-67/LaFeO) nanocatalysts for exceptional CO conversion, organic pollutants and antibiotics degradation.

Modern industries rapid expansion has heightened energy needs and accelerated fossil fuel depletion, contributing to global warming. Additionally, organic pollutants present substantial risks to aquatic ecosystems due to their stability, insolubility, and non-biodegradability. Scientists are currently researching high-performance materials to address these issues.

A critical review on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) based nanomaterials for biomedical applications: Designing, recent trends, challenges, and prospects.

Nanomaterials (NMs) have garnered significant attention in recent decades due to their versatile applications in a wide range of fields. Thanks to their tiny size, enhanced surface modifications, impressive volume-to-surface area ratio, magnetic properties, and customized optical dispersion. NMs experienced an incredible upsurge in biomedical applications including diagnostics, therapeutics, and drug delivery.

Synthesis of Metal-Organic Framework-Based ZIF-8@ZIF-67 Nanocomposites for Antibiotic Decomposition and Antibacterial Activities.

Toxic antibiotic effluents and antibiotic-resistant bacteria constitute a threat to global health. So, scientists are investigating high-performance materials for antibiotic decomposition and antibacterial activities. In this novel research work, we have successfully designed ZIF-8@ZIF-67 nanocomposites via sol-gel and solvothermal approaches.

Evaluation of two different approaches of health education (Tailored leaflet vs Video) on referral compliance for prosthetic replacement of missing teeth among the patients at a university dental care center.

Background: Prosthodontic replacement of missing teeth is necessary to maintain function, aesthetics and prevent further oral complications.

Objective: To assess whether health education 'video' increased prosthodontics treatment demand for replacing missing teeth compared to traditional health education (IEC) 'leaflet' among patients visiting a university dental care centre, Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A non-randomized educational intervention was conducted among the patients who had missing teeth.

A scoping review of psychological distress instruments in women with early-stage breast cancer during chemotherapy.

Background: Psychological distress is associated with worsening symptoms during the active treatment period and lower quality of life in women with early-stage breast cancer. Many studies have indicated risk for heightened psychological distress across the breast cancer trajectory.

Purpose: The aim of this review is to examine the literature for instruments used to measure psychological distress among women with breast cancer during chemotherapy.

Incidence and Risk Factors of Colistin-Induced Nephrotoxicity Associated with The International Consensus Guidelines for the Optimal Use of the Polymyxins: A Retrospective Study in a Tertiary Care Hospital, Saudi Arabia.

Colistin is an effective therapy against multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria. However, nephrotoxicity is a major issue with its use. We aimed to evaluate the incidence and the potential risk factors of nephrotoxicity in colistin-treated patients.

Handgrip Strength Exercises Modulate Shoulder Pain, Function, and Strength of Rotator Cuff Muscles of Patients with Primary Subacromial Impingement Syndrome.

Background: Impingement syndrome was shown to be associated with shoulder pain in 44-70% of patients worldwide. It usually occurs due to imbalance and insufficient activation of the rotator cuff (RC) muscles.

Aim: This study explores the relative effects of handgrip-strengthening exercises on shoulder function, pain, strength, and active range of motion as part of the treatment program for the patients with primary subacromial impingement syndrome.

Assessment of antibiotic prescribing patterns at dental and primary health care clinics according to WHO Access, Watch, Reserve (AWaRe) classification.

Background: The 2019 WHO Access, Watch, Reserve (AWaRe) antibiotic classification framework aims to prevent irrational prescribing of antibiotics used to treat widespread infections. This study explored antibiotic prescribing pattern for appropriate indications by family physicians and general dentists in primary health care practices.

Methods: A retrospective review of patients' electronic medical records was conducted over 6 months, from May 1, 2020, to November 30, 2020.

Carboxymethyl cellulose mediated growth of VO nanorod by green strategy for energy storage utilization using electrochemical studies.

Vanadium pentoxide has the most exciting oxidation states, but, Vanadium pentoxide (VO) has low capacitance due to poor electrical conductivity and ionic diffusivity. So, encapsulating pentoxide in carbonaceous materials or metals, shrinking it to the nanoscale, or changing its morphology can improve capacitance performance. Herein, we describe a green synthesis of VONPs with carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) that typically acts as a reducing and stabilizing agent using the -COOH and -OH group.

Cone-Beam Computed Tomography: A New Tool on the Horizon for Forensic Dentistry.

Teeth and bones of calvarium are important structures from a forensic point of view, as they are extremely resilient to destruction or decomposition, even under temperature variations. Radiology is inevitably an important tool in forensic investigations. Maxillofacial radiology provides a considerable amount of information for the identification of remains and evidence in case of legal matters.

Job satisfaction among occupational therapists working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Job satisfaction is a critical factor that must be considered in every profession. It is important for both the employees and the institutions they work for.

Objectives: The aim of this study was to identify the level of job satisfaction of occupational therapists working in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Ursodeoxycholic Acid and SMOFlipid for Treating Parenteral Nutrition Associated Cholestasis in Infants.

Background:  Parenteral nutrition-associated cholestasis (PNAC) is frequently seen in preterm infants receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN) for a long duration. The pathogenesis of PNAC is believed to be multifactorial; however, phytosterols are hepatotoxic, resulting in cholestasis. A novel lipid emulsion consisting of a mixture of soybean oil, medium-chain triglycerides, olive oil, and fish oil (SMOFlipid) with a low level of phytosterols has been shown to improve cholestasis.

Comparison of Digital OPG and CBCT in Assessment of Risk Factors Associated with Inferior Nerve Injury during Mandibular Third Molar Surgery.

Background: Pre-operative radiographic assessment of the anatomical relationship between the roots of the mandibular third molar and the inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) is a must to minimize the risk of IAN injury during surgery.

Objectives: To compare the radiographic signs of digital orthopantomogram (OPG) and cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT). An additional objective was to assess the cortex status between the mandibular canal and third molar on CBCT images in relation to the demographic characteristics, region (right or left side), and angulation of mandibular molar.

Nano Drug Delivery Platforms for Dental Application: Infection Control and TMJ Management-A Review.

The oral cavity is an intricate environment subjected to various chemical, physical, and thermal injuries. The effectiveness of the local and systemically administered drugs is limited mainly due to their toxicities and poor oral bioavailability that leads to the limited effectiveness of the drugs in the target tissues. To address these issues, nanoparticle drug delivery systems based on metals, liposomes, polymeric particles, and core shells have been developed in recent years.

Rapid and Sensitive Detection of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 in Label-Free Manner Using Micromechanical Sensors.

Coronavirus (COVID-19), caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has been identified as a deadly pandemic. The genomic analysis of SARS-CoV-2 is performed using a reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technique for identifying viral ribonucleic acid (RNA) in infected patients. However, the RT-PCR diagnostic technique is manually laborious and expensive; therefore, it is not readily accessible in every laboratory.

Dental Robotics: A Disruptive Technology.

Robotics is a disruptive technology that will change diagnostics and treatment protocols in dental medicine. Robots can perform repeated workflows for an indefinite length of time while enhancing the overall quality and quantity of patient care. Early robots required a human operator, but robotic systems have advanced significantly over the past decade, and the latest medical robots can perform patient intervention or remote monitoring autonomously.

Autonomy, accountability, and competition: The privatisation of the Saudi health care system.

Objectives: This study aims to explore the perceptions of different stakeholders about the privatisation of the Saudi health care system.

Methods: Using a qualitative case study design, we interviewed 21 administrators and clinical staff of a public hospital in the Eastern Province of the KSA and analysed all official documents relevant to this study. The analysis followed a thematic approach to provide an in-depth interpretation of the data.