Publications by authors named "D Alshowaeir"
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- The text refers to a correction made to a scholarly article identified by the DOI 10.3389/fonc.2024.1323176.
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- The study investigates the ophthalmic abnormalities in Arab children diagnosed with craniosynostosis, noting a lack of previous research in Middle Eastern populations.
- It involved 31 children, revealing that a significant proportion experienced refractive errors and papilledema, which improved following craniofacial surgery.
- The findings emphasize the importance of regular eye evaluations and timely referrals to address visual function issues associated with craniosynostosis in this demographic.
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- - Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic disorder that requires long-term monitoring due to its complex symptoms, which can greatly impact patients' quality of life and create economic challenges for families.
- - The introduction of MEK inhibitors like selumetinib has improved treatment options for NF1-related plexiform neurofibromas, but effective care depends on early detection of the disorder.
- - Experts in the Arabian Gulf region recommend better diagnosis, management strategies, and the establishment of NF1 centers to enhance patient care and outcomes, along with affordable genetic testing.
There is no consensus regarding the classification of optic neuritis, and precise diagnostic criteria are not available. This reality means that the diagnosis of disorders that have optic neuritis as the first manifestation can be challenging. Accurate diagnosis of optic neuritis at presentation can facilitate the timely treatment of individuals with multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, or myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAim: Primary open angle glaucoma (POAG) is a leading cause of permanent visual loss affecting significant numbers in Saudi Arabia. There is no cure for glaucoma but there is mounting evidence to guide ophthalmologists in diagnosing and managing this disease. The aim of this pilot project was to assess the compliance with evidence-based criteria and to implement an adapted clinical practice guideline (CPG) for the management of patients with POAG at a tertiary eye care center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia that will lead to improving quality, consistency and optimizing patients' care.
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