Real-World Data Presenting the Descriptive Analysis of the Use of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs) Among Metastatic Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer (mNSCLC) Patients in Qatar: A Nationwide Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background: There has been significant improvement in treating metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) over the past 2 decades. The aim of this study is to describe the use of tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) in Qatar. This study focuses on the objective response rate (ORR) and reported adverse drug events (ADEs) of TKIs used for the management of patients with mNSCLC.

Effect of denosumab versus zoledronic acid on calcium levels in cancer patients with bone metastasis: A retrospective cohort study.

Objective: To identify the incidence of hypercalcemia and hypocalcemia in zoledronic acid and denosumab groups. Secondary objective was to determine the correlation between calcium supplement and calcium level control.

Methods: An observational retrospective cohort study was conducted by reviewing patient electronic records, laboratory results, and medication charts from 1 August 2015 to 31 July 2016.

Communicating medication risk to cardiovascular patients in Qatar.

Purpose Patient safety is gaining prominence in health professional curricula. Patient safety must be complemented by teaching and skill development in practice settings. The purpose of this paper is to explore how experienced pharmacists identify, prioritize and communicate adverse drug effects to patients.