Expanding Ocular Care in the Emergency Department: A Comprehensive Review of the Utility of Point-of-Care Ultrasound for Ocular Emergencies.

A time-sensitive, sight-threatening ocular condition presenting at an emergency department can be safely diagnosed promptly by ocular ultrasonography (OUS). OUS is a quick, safe, and portable option for assessing severe tissue damage to the periorbital area. OUS can help identify patients who need immediate ophthalmology consultation in a busy setting or when direct ophthalmic examination is unavailable.

Biological Sex Disparities in Alzheimer's Disease.

Alzheimer's disease is a highly complex and multifactorial neurodegenerative disorder, with age being the most significant risk factor. The incidence of Alzheimer's disease doubles every 5 years after the age of 65. Consequently, one of the major challenges in Alzheimer's disease research is understanding how the brain changes with age.

Impact of Corticosteroid Therapy on ICU Patient Outcomes in Severe COVID-19 Cases: A Retrospective Cohort Study in Saudi Arabia.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges in clinical management, and intensive care units (ICUs) worldwide have become epicenters of high-stakes treatment decisions. Among these, corticosteroid therapy has risen as a pivotal, yet controversial, treatment modality. In Saudi Arabia, where unique demographic and health system characteristics intersect, understanding the specific effects of corticosteroids on ICU patient outcomes is not just critical but a pressing necessity in tailoring effective COVID-19 management strategies.

Impact of Using Antiviral Therapy on COVID-19 Progression in ICU Patients: A Saudi Arabian Retrospective Analysis.

Background The COVID-19 pandemic has posed an unprecedented challenge to the global healthcare system, necessitating effective therapeutic strategies to mitigate its impact. This study investigates the significance of early antiviral therapy in the context of intensive care units (ICUs) and its potential to influence the progression and outcomes of severe COVID-19 cases. Methodology This retrospective cohort study leveraged a diverse patient population with confirmed severe COVID-19 admitted to ICUs.