Regional and seasonal variations in functional abdominal pain and functional constipation prevalence among Saudi children.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate functional abdominal pain disorders and functional constipation prevalence in the central region of Saudi Arabia, and compare it to that of the western region.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using online questionnaires targeting the general population of Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia. Subjects were randomly selected by sharing links on social media groups.

Time Window for Acute Stroke Treatment: Current Practice in King Abdullah Medical City Specialist Hospital in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Stroke has become one of the most severe causes of long-term neurological impairment and disability and is considered one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. This study aimed to determine time delays in stroke patients from symptoms onset to treatment with tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) initiation in King Abdullah Medical City Specialist Hospital, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Patients and methods We reviewed 81 patients who suffered from acute stroke.