Assessment of indoor air quality in public preschool and its impact on respiratory function in Jeddah City, Saudi Arabia.

Objectives: This research aimed to examine the connection between indoor air quality and respiratory function in preschool children, a topic that, to the best of our knowledge, has not been explored before.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted within the geographical location of the Ministry of Education of Jeddah. Four hundred preschool-aged children (4-6 years old) from four preschools were enrolled.

Caprini versus Padua venous thromboembolism risk assessment scores: A comparative study in hospitalized patients at a tertiary center.

Objectives: To assess and compare the Caprini and Padua risk assessment models (RAMs) for predicting venous thromboembolism (VTE) in hospitalized patients.

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 28 VTE and 450 non-VTE patients hospitalized at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in 2019. Their baseline medical, demographic, and radiological reports were recorded.

Impact of Clinical and Sociodemographic Factors on Quality of Life Following Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Mixed-Methods Study.

Introduction: Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is an essential surgical management modality for patients with coronary artery disease. Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) has become important because of the significant decrease in the mortality rate associated with CABG. We aimed to explore the factors that affect the quality of life after CABG.

Phenotypic, molecular detection, and Antibiotic Resistance Profile (MDR and XDR) of Aeromonas hydrophila isolated from Farmed Tilapia zillii and Mugil cephalus.

In the present study, Aeromonas hydrophila was isolated from Tilapia zillii and Mugil cephalus samples collected during different seasons from various Suez Canal areas in Egypt. The prevalence of A. hydrophila, virulence genes, and antibiotic resistance profile of the isolates to the commonly used antibiotics in aquaculture were investigated to identify multiple drug resistance (MDR) and extensive drug-resistant (XDR) strains.

Dexmedetomidine vs. Fentanyl-Midazolam Combination to Mitigate the Stress Response in Microlaryngoscopy: A Randomized Double-blind Clinical Trial.

Background: Laryngoscopy is the most painful noxious stimulus during anesthesia and surgery. Dexmedetomidine is increasingly used as a sedative in surgeries involving microlaryngoscopy.

Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of dexmedetomidine and a combination of fentanyl and midazolam on mitigating the stress response in patients scheduled for microlaryngoscopy.

Post COVID-19 Symptoms Among Infected Vaccinated Individuals: A Cross-Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Multiple studies investigated the endurance and occurrence of symptoms three months after SARS-CoV-2 infection. This study examines the possible effects of COVID-19 vaccination on the persistence of post-recovery symptoms.

Patients And Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in Saudi Arabia to evaluate 14 prevalent long COVID-19 symptoms among vaccinated individuals.

Program Report: Improving Patient Experience at an Outpatient Clinic Using Continuous Improvement Tools.

Patient satisfaction with prompt and high-quality healthcare services plays a pivotal role in healthcare settings. The delivery of high-quality services within the healthcare sector is closely associated with continuous quality improvement (CQI), which is an incremental and progressive process that prioritizes the safety of all participants, favorable outcomes, systematic processes, and a regulated and improved working environment, particularly in later stages. Surprisingly, these aspects are less frequently explored in Middle Eastern countries.

Attitudes and Practices of the Public Toward Precautionary Measures Post-COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia.

Objective: This study aimed to assess the practices and attitudes of the general population towards coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID)-19 after the removal of precautionary and preventive measures in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the general population in all regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, from September 2022 to October, 2022 via a virtual survey to evaluate the practices, and attitudes of the general population towards COVID-19. A stratified random sampling technique was applied to collect the sample with inclusion criteria for all individuals who are Arabic language speakers using social media platforms.

Evaluation of School-Age Children's Intelligence Quotient and Their Chronic Exposure to Trace Elements in Ambient Air.

Background Children's exposure to different trace elements in their air, water, and food or even present in paints or toys can affect their intelligence quotient (IQ) score. However, this correlation needs to be analyzed and evaluated in different contexts. This study aimed to investigate the associations between airborne concentrations of lead (Pb), manganese (Mn), cadmium (Cd), chromium (Cr), and arsenic (As) and intellectual function in school-age children in Makkah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Relationship Between Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Awareness and the Use of Personal Listening Devices in Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is one of the most common avoidable reasons for hearing impairment worldwide. Work-related, genetic, infectious, and environmental factors all have a part in defining the level of hearing impairment. Nevertheless, the use of personal listening devices (PLDs) is popular nowadays, particularly among younger people.

L Gene Sequencing, Resistance Patterns, Virulence Genes, Quorum Sensing and Antibiotic Resistance Genes of XDR Isolated from Broiler Chickens.

Background: is incriminated in septicemia, significant economic losses in the poultry production sector, and severe respiratory infections in humans. This study aimed to investigate the occurrence, L sequencing, antimicrobial resistance patterns, virulence-determinant, Quorum sensing, and antibiotic resistance genes of retrieved from broiler chickens.

Methods: Two hundred samples were collected from 120 broiler chickens from broiler farms at Ismailia Governorate, Egypt.

Prevalence of Sleep Disorders Among Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Makkah City: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Due to rising rates of morbidity and mortality associated with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), Saudi Arabia is ranked second in the Middle East and seventh overall among nations with the greatest incidence of diabetes mellitus (DM). Significant sleep abnormalities have been linked to difficulties in managing blood sugar levels, suggesting a link between sleep disorders and diabetes. This study aimed to find out how common sleep disturbances were among patients with T2DM in Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

A First Report of Molecular Typing, Virulence Traits, and Phenotypic and Genotypic Resistance Patterns of Newly Emerging XDR and MDR in .

is associated with substantial economic losses in the fish industry and with food-borne illness in humans. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, antibiogram profiles, sequence analysis, virulence and antimicrobial resistance genes, and pathogenicity of recovered from . A total of 80 fish were randomly gathered from various private farms in Suez Province, Egypt.

Assessment of cardiovascular load among hotel room cleaners.

Hotel room cleaners are a vulnerable population at risk for cardiovascular disease. To evaluate their workload heart rate (HR), % heart rate reserve (%HRR), blood pressure (BP), metabolic equivalent (MET), and energy expenditure (EE) were measured over two workdays and two off-workdays. The mean age was 45.

A Cross-Sectional Study of Celiac Disease Awareness in the Food Industry in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia.

Background The only treatment available for celiac disease (CD), an autoimmune disease, is a gluten-free diet. Restaurant personnel have major roles in understanding the possible risks to consumers with CD, ensuring the availability of and preparing gluten-free foods. We attempted to evaluate the awareness and knowledge of CD among chefs, cooks, restaurant personnel, and owners and assess the availability of gluten-free diet options in the western region of Saudi Arabia.

Post-COVID-19 syndrome: assessment of short- and long-term post-recovery symptoms in recovered cases in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Recent studies investigated the endurance of symptoms and occurrence of complications three months after SARS-CoV-2 infection. This study aims to examine the prevalence, variation, and severity of continual symptoms in the post-COVID-19 using a single-center questionnaire.

Methods: The questionnaire was distributed among population in Saudi Arabia who recovered from COVID-19 between April 1, 2020 and December 31, 2021.

Correlation of Occupational Exposure to Carcinogenic Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (cPAHs) and Blood Levels of p53 and p21 Proteins.

Carcinogenic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (cPAHs) are considered the most serious cancer risk. This study was conducted to assess the effect of acute exposure to cPAHs on cancer biomarker proteins p53 and p21 in occupational workers during the hajj season in Makkah. One hundred five participants were recruited, including occupational workers and apparently healthy individuals; air samples were collected using personal sample monitors to identify the subjects' exposure to cPAHs.

Polyurethane Versus Chitosan-Based Polymers Nasal Packs After Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Double-Blinded Study.

Background: Different packing materials are applied to the nose at the end of surgery to maintain drainage and sinus ventilation of the paranasal sinuses and avoid some complications such as bleeding, infection, crustations, adhesions in the middle meatus and lateralization of the middle turbinate.

Objective: The study aims to compare the clinical outcomes of two absorbable packing materials, the synthetic polyurethane, and the naturally occurring Chitosan-based polymers (CBP) nasal packs, after functional endoscopic sinus surgery.

Methods: Fifty patients with bilateral chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polypi were operated with 100 surgical cavities.

Public Concerns and Mental Health Changes Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic Lockdown in Saudi Arabia.

Background: Public measures to confine the spread of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection involves partial or full lockdown by some countries including Saudi Arabia. Social isolation, and financial insecurity are potential risk factors for mental changes. This study aimed to address public concerns, and assess mental health changes, and the factors associated with mental health burden in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in Saudi Arabia after the full lockdown is widely employed.

Augmentation of the posterior pharyngeal wall with autologous tragal cartilage for management of velopharyngeal valve insufficiency in adults.

Objective: The study aims to evaluate posterior pharyngeal wall augmentation using autologous tragal cartilage graft in adults with velopharyngeal valve insufficiency (VPI).

Methods: The study included 23 patients with VPI (grade I, II, III), with ages ranging from 19 to 45 years. Six patients had previously undergone simple palatoplasty for cleft palate, 8 patients had previously undergone adenotonsillectomy and 9 patients had previously undergone uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP).

Correlation of COVID-19 Pandemic with Healthcare System Response and Prevention Measures in Saudi Arabia.

Background: The Saudi government has taken the decision to prevent the entrance of about 2.5 million international pilgrims seeking to perform hajj in order to protect the world from a catastrophic widespread of disease. Moreover, health systems in Saudi Arabia are offering free testing for residents whether Saudi and non-Saudi.

Hepatitis B Vaccine: Assessment of Immunologic Response, Coverage Rate, and Factors Influencing Seroreactivity.

Background: Hepatitis B infection and resulting health sequela is a worldwide health problem. Adults at increased risk of infection are recommended to receive hepatitis B vaccine for protection, followed by postvaccination titer testing to confirm immunity. The aim of this study is to assess coverage rate and immunologic response to hepatitis B vaccine and factors influencing seroreactivity.

Intralesional vitamin D3 versus Candida antigen immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple recalcitrant plantar warts: A comparative case-control study.

Intralesional immunotherapy is one of the therapeutic tools of warts. Intralesional Candida antigen was reported as successful treatment of warts. Topical and intralesional vitamin D have been used recently for wart treatment.

The endoscopic treatment of pilonidal sinus disease: a short-term case-series study.

Background: Pilonidal disease (PNS) is a common inflammatory disease that can significantly impact the quality of life of the patient. Previous open techniques for the management of this condition have been unsatisfactory, with high recurrence rates reported.

Objective: Investigate a new endoscopic procedure for the management of PNS disease.

Unusual indolent behavior of leiomyosarcoma of the vagina: Is observation a viable option?

•Primary leiomyosarcoma of the vagina is a rare disease.•We identified a case of unanticipated indolent behavior of vaginal leiomyosarcoma.•Observation or hormonal therapy may be viable option for select patients.