Publications by authors named "Eman Ali"

Introduction: Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in the United States and shares cardiovascular risk factors with chronic ischemic heart disease (CIHD). However, the cumulative mortality burden of these comorbid conditions is underexplored. This study aims to retrospectively assess mortality trends among American adults with concurrent lung cancer and CIHD.

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Environmental remediation is crucial for human life and ecosystems, involving the cleanup of contaminated water to protect health and restore ecological balance. However, rapid industrialization and population growth have worsened pollution, particularly in water bodies, making effective wastewater treatment a key challenge in ensuring clean drinking water, and the adsorption of toxic gases for air treatment are the main strategies for environmental remediation. Among the various treatment methods, adsorption stands out for its high selectivity, low energy and chemical use, ease of operation, and cost-effectiveness.

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Photic drive responses (PDRs) are used to explore cortical hyperexcitability. We quantified PDRs and interactions with the alpha rhythm in people with epilepsy (PwE). Fifteen PwE (mean age ± SD 47.

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Objective: To compare the postoperative analgesic effectiveness of ultrasound-guided lumbar erector spinae plane (LESP) block with lumbar plexus block (LPB) in patients operated for proximal femur fractures.

Study Design: A randomised controlled trial. Place and Duration of the Study: Sakarya Training and Research Hospital Operation Theatre, Sakarya, Turkiye, between January and June 2023.

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Background: Castration of adult male rats led to the development of osteoporosis. Oxidative stress and inflammatory factors have been identified as potential causative factors. Notably, oxymatrine (OMT) possesses potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities.

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Objective: The main objective was to assess the therapeutic efficacy of selenium alone versus a combination of myo-inositol and selenium (MI + Se) in treating patients with autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT). The study aims to determine which treatment option is more effective in restoring euthyroid state, as indicated by changes in thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), T3, T4, thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb), and thyroglobulin antibodies (TgAb).

Methods: Google Scholar and PubMed databases were searched for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies that reported outcomes of combined treatment (MI + Se) in restoring a euthyroid state, specifically comparing it with selenium-only (Se-only) treatment.

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Objectives: Current thin-strut 2 generation drug eluting stents (DES) are considered as optimal standard of care for revascularization of coronary artery disease (CAD) patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Ultrathin (≤ 70 μm strut thickness) strut DES have recently been shown to reduce target lesion failure (TLF) compared to thin-strut DES. Therefore, in order to assess the validity of improved outcomes associated with ultrathin-strut DES, we conducted an updated meta-analysis that includes recently published follow-ups of previously conducted randomized controlled trials (RCTs).

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  • - Sickle cell disease (SCD) is prevalent in Saudi Arabia and can lead to kidney damage; this study aims to assess the prevalence and predictors of sickle cell nephropathy (SCN) in a Saudi cohort of patients.
  • - A retrospective analysis involving 343 adult SCD patients revealed that 27.1% had chronic kidney disease (CKD), with a notable portion showing proteinuria, and demographic factors such as age and lower hemoglobin levels were identified as independent risk factors for developing SCN.
  • - The findings indicate that nephropathy can manifest as early as the third decade of life in SCD patients, often asymptomatically, and those with diabetes mellitus and hypertension face a heightened risk of
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1-(2-((4-Bromophenyl)amino)-2-oxoethyl)pyridin-1-ium chloride Schiff base (CH-Py) was prepared via reacting (CH) with pyridine-3-carboxaldehyde, followed by reacting the product with N-(4-bromophenyl)-2-chloroacetamide. The structure of the resulting CH derivative was determined viaHNMR and FTIR. The CH-Py derivative was converted into nanoparticles (CH-Py-Cl NPs) using sodium tripolyphosphate (TPP).

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Ultrasound-guided peripheral nerve blocks may be a good alternative in patients under antithrombotic drugs. We evaluated the efficacy of ultrasound-guided popliteal sciatic nerve block in patients undergoing lower extremity wound debridement of whom antithrombotic drugs could not be stopped. We focused on hemorrhagic complications related to sciatic nerve block.

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Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a multifactorial lifelong condition. Berberis vulgaris (BV) and Berberis integerrima (BI) regulate glucose levels with minimal adverse effects. In this systematic review and meta-analysis, we evaluate the effect of BV and BI on glycemic indices, weight, and body mass index (BMI) against placebo.

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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease affecting the central nervous system associated with progressive neurodegeneration. Pirfenidone (Pir) is a well-known antifibrotic agent; however, Pir's function in MS is little explored. We evaluated the neuroprotective effects of Pir in MS and its possible underlying mechanisms.

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Globally, sepsis is the primary cause of death for children. While research conducted on adults has a significant impact on the diagnosis and treatment of sepsis in newborns and young children, there are significant factors that are pertinent to pediatrics as well. This prospective case-control study was conducted during the period from August 2020 to October 2022 after approval by the institutional ethical committee.

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  • Peritoneal dialysis (PD) is a less commonly used treatment option compared to hemodialysis (HD) for patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), and understanding patient knowledge about PD is vital for informed decision-making.
  • A study involving 108 HD patients revealed that while many had heard of alternative treatments, only a small percentage understood PD and its benefits; misconceptions and lack of information contributed to its underutilization.
  • Improving education and addressing myths surrounding PD can help promote it as a viable treatment option, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for ESKD patients.
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Background: The involvement of Wnt-1-induced secreted protein-1 (WISP1/CCN4) in several inflammatory reaction has recently been proposed. Nevertheless, this protein's involvement in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) remains debated. Associations between poorly diagnosed RA and several classical markers derived from demography and biochemistry have been reported.

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  • Valvular heart disease (VHD) encompasses various heart valve issues and has significantly impacted mortality rates among older adults in the U.S. from 1999 to 2019.
  • A study using CDC data found a general decline in mortality rates associated with VHD until 2007, followed by stability and then a significant decrease until 2019, with higher rates in men and disparities across different racial and geographic groups.
  • The research revealed notable differences in age-adjusted mortality rates (AAMRs) by race, region, and type of valvular disease, with non-metropolitan areas and specific states showing higher mortality rates.
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Ovarian cancer is the second most common and lethal gynecologic malignancy. Among natural product-based therapy, the honeybee products, particularly propolis, serve a valuable source contributing directly to human nutrition and health.In the present study, we determined the chemical composition of different types of propolis originating from Egypt, Germany and France using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry.

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Two chitosan Schiff bases were synthesized by condensation of chitosan with 2-(4-formylphenoxy)-N-phenylacetamide and N-(4-bromophenyl)-2-(4-formylphenoxy) acetamide denoted as Cs-SBA and Cs-SBBr, respectively. The molecular structures of the resulting chitosan derivatives were characterized using FTIR and HNMR and their thermal properties were investigated by TGA. These derivatives were treated with sodium tripolyphosphate (TPP) to produce Cs Schiff base nanoparticles.

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Introduction: An unusual association between thyroid dysfunction and autoimmune encephalitis (AE) was noticed when patients presented with low free triiodothyronine (fT3) levels and antithyroid antibodies. We conducted a meta-analysis to investigate whether thyroid dysfunction, that is, lower fT3 levels are associated with worsening clinical manifestations and prognosis in patients with AE.

Methods: Literature search of five electronic databases was performed till April 5, 2023.

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A new series of chromone and furochromone-based sulfonamide Schiff's base derivatives 3-12 were synthesized and evaluated for their antimicrobial activity against S. aureus, E. coli, C.

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Aim: This study aimed to investigate the feasibility of implementing a psychological first aid intervention for psychological distress, resilience capacity, quality and meaning of life among survivors affected by earthquake adversity in Northern Syria.

Methods: A quasi-experimental, pre-posttest, two-group research design was utilized. A convenience sample of 95 survivors (46 in the study group and 49 in the control group) was recruited for the psychological First Aid intervention at a 1:1 ratio.

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Background: Eugenol has various curative properties. It affects the dilatation of cerebral arteries through voltage-dependent Ca2+ channel inhibition. This study is the first to explore the impact of eugenol on neuroprotection and vasospasm in an experimental subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) model.

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Background: The mental and emotional health of persons diagnosed with cancer is frequently affected. The acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is one of the psychological interventions that has proven successful in easing these psychological symptoms and enhancing cancer patients' psychological well-being.

Methods: A two-arm randomized controlled trial study was utilized, 30 eligible clients with colorectal cancer were chosen randomly and were given ACT therapy at a 1:1 ratio.

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