Publications by authors named "M Abed"
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- * A case study of a 54-year-old Saudi woman with SLE revealed that after conventional medication failed, treatment with belimumab improved her condition, but later led to worsening symptoms, including severe hair loss.
- * The subsequent administration of baricitinib after stopping belimumab showed significant improvement in her hair loss and arthritis symptoms, suggesting a need for focused research on specific outcomes in SLE treatment, particularly regarding baricitinib's effectiveness.
Background: Recent studies have linked sarcopenia development to the hallmarks of diabetes, oxidative stress, and insulin resistance. The anti-oxidant and insulin sensitivityenhancing effects of incretin-based therapies may provide a promising option for the treatment of sarcopenia. This review aimed to unveil the role of oxidative stress and insulin resistance in the pathogenesis of sarcopenia and explore the potential benefits of incretin-based therapies in individuals with sarcopenia.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) is a common musculoskeletal disorder. Therapeutic ultrasound (US) is a safe and effective treatment for KOA. It relieves knee pain and enhances function.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe study aims to investigate the Isolation, Characterization & Antihypertensive Life of Natural Alkaloids out of certain Selected Plants. The Alstonia scholaris papers used in this study are generally available in the tropics and can be obtained in Asia. The plant sample was verified by the pharmacognosy and pharmacology department.
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- Hip fractures are common among elderly patients, and starting rehabilitation early can improve recovery; this audit evaluates a local hospital's compliance with national guidelines for hip fracture physiotherapy programs.
- A study conducted at Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother Hospital from April to August 2023 reviewed 113 hip fracture patients, finding that 93% were assessed by a physiotherapist promptly, but 40% faced delayed mobilization due to factors like post-operative delirium and pain.
- The results suggest that placing hip fracture patients in specialized orthopaedic wards and addressing manageable issues like delirium and low hemoglobin can help ensure early rehabilitation and improve patient outcomes.