Publications by authors named "Ibrahim Elkhawas"
Health disparities in cardiac critical care continue to pose significant challenges in achieving equitable access and outcomes for diverse populations. This literature review examines the disparities in access to and outcomes of cardiac critical care interventions across different populations, identifies barriers contributing to these disparities, and explores strategies to address them. A literature review was conducted by searching electronic databases for relevant articles published between January 2000 and May 2023.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIt has been shown that some cases of Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) may present with pulmonary parenchymal involvement usually in the form of multiple irregularly marginated pulmonary nodules. Other radiographic patterns such as consolidation, interstitial infiltrates, and cavitary lesions are less common. We present a case of HL, nodular sclerosis type, with pulmonary involvement presenting as a large cavitary consolidation and axillary and mediastinal lymphadenopathy.
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- Chilaiditi syndrome occurs when the interpositioning of the colon between the liver and diaphragm leads to complications like respiratory issues or bowel obstruction.
- A 70-year-old man with multiple health issues presented with symptoms including shoulder pain and dizziness, which were initially linked to dehydration.
- Imaging revealed a Chilaiditi sign and possible bowel obstruction; despite treatment, his condition improved primarily with hydration and bowel rest, illustrating the complexities of managing this syndrome alongside other chronic conditions.
In Egypt, diabetes mellitus (DM) is a significant public health concern, and the disease is considered a modern pandemic throughout the world. The incidence of diabetes is steadily climbing, which is causing grave concern. As a result, it is essential to take into consideration the risk factors that are pervasive in Egyptian society and have led to the worsening of this problem.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInformation and communication technology has left a print on all fields of life, including medicine and the health care system. Telemedicine is the perfect way to ensure adequate healthcare delivery to all people at any time, particularly during pandemics, regardless of any geographic or economic considerations. This article investigates the different types, categories, and benefits in addition to the barriers to telemedicine implementation, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
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