Publications by authors named "Amro A El-Sakka"
Adherence to antihypertensives is crucial for control of blood pressure. This study analyzed factors and interventions that could affect adherence to antihypertensives in the US. PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase were searched on January 21, 2022 and December 25, 2023 for studies on the adherence to antihypertensives in the US.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFKnowledge and Attitudes of Obstructive Sleep Apnea among Jordanian Otolaryngologists: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg
February 2024
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- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects nearly one billion people globally, with about 16.8% of adults diagnosed in Jordan; there is significant management responsibility on otolaryngologists.
- A survey conducted among 140 otolaryngology residents and specialists in Jordan explored their knowledge and attitudes regarding OSA management, revealing that experienced specialists feel more confident than junior residents.
- Results showed that older otolaryngologists performed better on the OSA knowledge assessments, indicating a need for continuous education and adherence to updated guidelines for all levels of practice.
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- Ovarian cancer is a significant health issue in Syria, with a high incidence among women over 40, prompting a study to assess the knowledge of its symptoms among Syrian women.
- The study, conducted with 557 women aged 18 and older, found that only 20.5% had good awareness of ovarian cancer symptoms, with common symptoms recognized being abdominal and pelvic pain.
- The results indicated that divorced women and those in public sector jobs had better knowledge scores, highlighting the need for increased awareness programs to improve early identification of ovarian cancer among Syrian women.
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- - Left atrial appendage closure (LAAC) helps prevent strokes in patients with atrial fibrillation, but peri-device leak (PDL) might increase the risk of thromboembolic events.
- - A systematic review of 54,279 patients from 11 studies revealed that PDL significantly raised the odds of experiencing strokes, transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or systemic embolisms.
- - Despite the increased risk of thromboembolic events linked to PDL, the study found no significant differences in overall mortality, cardiovascular mortality, or ischemic strokes.
Bone fractures are a global public health concern, yet no thorough investigation of low-dose aspirin usage to prevent fractures in the elderly has been conducted. Many interventional human and animal studies have tried to detect the correct role of low-dose aspirin on fractures in elderly persons. The literature doesn't consist of a retrospective observational study that includes a large number of older individuals and evaluates the accurate effect of aspirin on the fractures post falling from low heights.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGeneralized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a prevalent condition and a significant cause of mental disability and poor quality of life. People with GAD have chronic worrying, restlessness, and discrimination from the general public; Little is known about the stigmatizing attitudes toward people with GAD among Syrian students. The questionnaires contained demographic data about age, gender, social status, personal stigma toward GAD scale, perceived stigma toward GAD scale, social distance with those with GAD, the participants' usual source of their knowledge about GAD, helpful interventions, and supporting information.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe aim of this study is to perform a meta-analysis to evaluate the possible association betweenQT markers and familial Mediterranean fever (FMF). PUBMED, Web of Science, OVID, and SCOPUS databases were searched. Inclusion criteria were randomized control trials or observational studies that compared measurement of the QT markers in FMF patients and healthy controls in both males and females without any age restriction or other comorbidities.
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- - Monkeypox, a viral infection originally found in central and western Africa, has resurfaced internationally, with many confirmed cases reported globally in 2022, raising alarms among public health officials who see similarities to the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- - The rapid spread of monkeypox cases highlights concerns about airborne transmission and the need for early detection and intervention to control outbreaks.
- - To mitigate the potential global implications of monkeypox, health authorities must utilize lessons from past outbreaks, focusing on accurate diagnosis, active surveillance, and effective containment strategies.
Pharmaceutical management of sexual dysfunction in men on antidepressant therapy.
Expert Opin Pharmacother
June 2022
Introduction: Sexual dysfunction (SD) and depression have a bidirectional relationship. The rising prescription of antidepressants, especially those with a serotonergic effect, is associated with increased SD. Sexual dysfunction reduces compliance and increases risk of recurrence of depressive episodes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Warfarin's therapeutic effect is affected by many factors, including diet modifications. The impact of Ramadan fasting on warfarin is controversial. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to investigate the effect of Ramadan fasting on patients taking warfarin.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFConsiderations for prescribing pharmacotherapy for the treatment of erectile dysfunction.
Expert Opin Pharmacother
May 2021
: The effectiveness of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i) in treating erectile dysfunction (ED) creates a new field of both medical practice and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Both paved the way for emerging minimally invasive therapies to restore male sexual function. However, what is the best drug to achieve the optimum outcome is still a challenging question to be answered.
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