Publications by authors named "H Mortada"
Background: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) affects 29%-68% of patients undergoing anticancer treatments within the first month. Traditional cryotherapy methods, such as frozen gloves, can pose risks. This study evaluates the cool-water electric circulation seat (CECS), which maintains a constant 15°C, as a safer alternative.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Ganglion cysts (GCs) are a form of benign soft tissue mass commonly seen on the dorsum of the wrist that could also form in the hand. They can cause pain and impede physical activities. Despite extensive studies, there has not been a thorough analysis of the top 50 GC articles.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Injuries to the flexor tendons of the hand pose significant challenges in both surgical repair and postoperative rehabilitation. Despite advancements in techniques, there remains uncertainty about the most effective postoperative rehabilitation protocol/strategy. This study aims to address this debatable issue by evaluating different rehabilitation protocols following surgical repair in zone II flexor tendon repair.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Undesirable injuries during the intraoperative period, such as pressure injuries caused by improper positioning, medical devices, or adhesive tapes, can lead to patient harm and decreased satisfaction. This study aims to identify the risk factors of pressure injuries during the intraoperative period and the characteristics of these injuries.
Methods: A retrospective case-control study was conducted at King Khaled University Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.