Atorvastatin as an Antihypertensive Agent: A Pilot Study.

Objective Hypertension (HTN) is among the most common causes of chronic disease burden, along with dyslipidemia. It is a prominent risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular morbidity and mortality. More often than not, HTN coexists with dyslipidemia.

Efficacy and Safety of Rifaximin in the Prevention of Recurrent Episodes of Hepatic Encephalopathy: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Background: Rifaximin is an oral antimicrobial drug with a broad-spectrum effect. It locally regulates the function and structure of intestinal bacteria and decreases intestinal endotoxemia. We aimed to investigate the preventive role of rifaximin in recurrent episodes of hepatic encephalopathy in cases with a history of hepatic diseases.

Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of Dual Therapy Perindopril/Amlodipine in the Management of Hypertension. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Introduction: Hypertension represent the commonest cause of death in 2017. Hypertension is classified into two types which are primary or essential hypertension and secondary hypertension. The perindopril-amlodipine combination showed a significant effect in reduction of the elevated BP and the cardiovascular complications.

Knowledge, Applicability, and Barriers of Telemedicine in Egypt: A National Survey.

Objectives: The study is aimed at evaluating knowledge, attitude, and barriers to telemedicine among the general population in Egypt.

Methods: A questionnaire-based cross-sectional design was carried out among the general Egyptian population. A convenience sampling method was used to approach the eligible participants from University Teaching Hospitals of eight governorates from May to July 2020.