Body Mass Index Within Multifactor Predictors of Ventral Hernia Recurrence: A Retrospective Cohort Study.

Background A ventral hernia is a protrusion of the peritoneum through the defective abdominal wall. Several risk factors increase the likelihood of hernial recurrence. One of the most common risk factors is obesity, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as increased body mass index (BMI).

The Association Between Neck Pain and Psychological Distress Experienced by King Abdulaziz University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background Musculoskeletal discomfort resulting from soft tissue injuries to muscles, bones, nerves, tendons, joints, or cartilage is referred to as musculoskeletal disorders. Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal condition with a significant socioeconomic impact on patients. Previous literature has linked the onset of neck pain to various factors, including psychological factors that may affect musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), similarly to physical factors.

Post-COVID-19 Syndrome: Incidence, Risk Factor, and the Most Common Persisting Symptoms.

Introduction: The pandemic of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has caused a significant burden worldwide. The most common presentation of coronavirus disease is acute, and most patients recover completely. However, now a substantial proportion of patients experience long-term health effects.