Publications by authors named "M F Abd Alla"
Intern Med J
January 2025
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the impact of functional status, measured by Karnofsky performance status (KPS), on the outcomes of patients with severe alcohol-associated hepatitis (AH).
- It compares long-term survival rates, recompensation, corticosteroid responses, and complications between patients with good KPS (score ≥50) and poor KPS (score <50).
- Results show that patients with good KPS have significantly better survival rates, higher recompensation rates, and more favorable responses to treatment compared to those with poor KPS.
Saudi J Gastroenterol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- A 7-year study in Saudi Arabia aimed to identify precancerous stomach lesions (PSLs) and their risk factors in asymptomatic patients aged 45-75, screening over 35,000 individuals.
- The study found a 30.9% prevalence of PSLs among participants, with certain factors like age, Helicobacter pylori infection, and diet linked to their occurrence.
- While the overall incidence of gastric cancer (GC) was low, the research suggests that screening could aid in early detection and emphasizes the importance of lifestyle changes to potentially reduce PSL development.
Indian J Gastroenterol
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Acute liver failure (ALF) is a critical condition that may require liver transplantation, with its main causes in India being viral, particularly hepatitis A which accounts for 44.2% of cases.
- A study analyzed 183 ALF patients from four major hospitals in India between 2021 and 2023, highlighting the effectiveness of interventions such as plasma exchange (PLEx) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), showing a low rate of liver transplants at only 3.8%.
- Key predictors of mortality included advanced hepatic encephalopathy and meeting specific medical criteria at admission, suggesting the importance of early intervention and potential for improved outcomes with vaccination against hepatitis A.
