Publications by authors named "G Saliba"
Purpose: To assess the association between neoadjuvant therapy and overall survival (OS) in patients with left-sided resectable pancreatic cancer (RPC) compared to upfront surgery.
Background: Left-sided pancreatic cancer is associated with worse OS compared to right-sided pancreatic cancer. Although neoadjuvant therapy is currently seen as not effective in patients with RPC, current randomized trials included mostly patients with right-sided RPC.
Objective: In Lebanon, HIV prevalence among key populations such as men who have sex with men is high at 12%, warranting a need for targeted healthcare efforts. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an effective prevention measure, yet global challenges persist, including limited awareness of PrEP among healthcare professionals. This study investigates PrEP awareness within the Lebanese medical community.
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- Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in emergency departments, and this study evaluated the necessity of broad-spectrum treatment for hospitalized patients with community-acquired UTIs (CAUTIs).
- Conducted over two years at a major Lebanese tertiary care center, the study analyzed data from adult patients to determine treatment adherence, characteristics of CAUTIs, and risks associated with extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) infections.
- Results indicated that most patients received appropriate ESBL-targeting treatment, but 46% required adjustments, emphasizing the need for better monitoring of drug-resistant bacteria and stronger local treatment guidelines.
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- Reconstruction of the nasal ala poses challenges such as loss of the nasofacial junction and compromised blood supply, while aiming for good cosmetic results.
- A new surgical technique using a melolabial-based transposition island pedicle flap offers an effective alternative to traditional methods, allowing for a single-stage procedure.
- This flap technique, which involves careful dissection from the nasolabial fold, is particularly suitable for patients with specific nasal defects and results in minimal complications and a cosmetically pleasing outcome.
Background: In the evolving HIV landscape, the Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) grapples with data gaps, hindering the 95-95-95 targets. Lebanon, despite progress, falls short. Our study addresses Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) gaps for effective HIV prevention.
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