Publications by authors named "F M Abu-Zidan"
Background: Research training is important for medical trainees, because it improves their critical thinking, problem-solving, and the application of scientific principles to clinical practice. The COVID-19 Pandemic, which limited trainees' access to hospitals, had also disrupted traditional research training. The International Emergency Medicine Education Project introduced the online Fundamentals of Research in Medicine course to support trainees.
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- This study aimed to validate the Good Outcome Following Attempted Resuscitation (GO-FAR) score in patients without Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) orders, focusing on those who experienced in-hospital cardiac arrest at Al Ain Hospital from January 2017 to December 2019.
- Out of 366 patients analyzed, the majority were male with a median age of 70; most had non-shockable rhythms and cardiac/respiratory causes for their arrests, resulting in a low survival rate and variable neurological outcomes.
- Findings suggest that a GO-FAR score below 4 is a reliable predictor of survival with good neurological function, indicating its usefulness in a diverse patient
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- * A thorough literature review led to the selection of 287 studies, which informed the development of 39 key statements addressing surgical indications, timing, and techniques for SSRF.
- * The consensus document serves to clarify best practices in managing rib fractures, helping clinicians make informed decisions about the surgical treatment process.
Objective: Ultrasound training in undergraduate medical education is developing, and its incorporation into the curriculum requires careful planning. Extended Focused Assessment Sonography for Trauma (EFAST) is commonly taught to medical students as one of the primary applications of ultrasound. Because false-negative EFAST scans can affect patients' clinical outcomes, it is essential to evaluate the individual components of this skill.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFEmergency general surgeons often provide care to severely ill patients requiring surgical interventions and intensive support. One of the primary drivers of morbidity and mortality is perioperative bleeding. In general, when addressing life threatening haemorrhage, blood transfusion can become an essential part of overall resuscitation.
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