Approach to death and dying patients and its relation with death anxiety among medical interns: a multicenter cross-sectional study.

Background: Dealing with death and dying patients is one of the most challenging aspects of medical practice. The purpose of this study was to assess the attitude of medical interns toward death and dying patients as well as their level of death anxiety.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on medical interns across three countries-Egypt, Jordan, and Palestine-using an online survey created with Google Forms.

Comparative transcriptome of normal and cancer-associated fibroblasts.

Background: The characteristics of a tumor are largely determined by its interaction with the surrounding micro-environment (TME). TME consists of both cellular and non-cellular components. Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) are a major component of the TME.

Neurodevelopmental changes in Drosophila melanogaster are restored by treatment with lutein-loaded nanoparticles: Positive modulation of neurochemical and behavioral parameters.

Neurodevelopmental disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), are characterized by persistent changes in communication and social interaction, as well as restricted and stereotyped patterns of behavior. The complex etiology of these disorders possibly combines the effects of multiple genes and environmental factors. Hence, exposure to insecticides such as imidacloprid (IMI) has been used to replicate the changes observed in these disorders.

The Value of Endoscopic Exposure of Round Window in Cochlear Implant via Facial Recess.

 Cochlear implantation has been considered as the best treatment in patients with severe to profound hearing loss unaidable with hearing aids. The main value of endoscope-assisted cochlear implantation is improved visibility of the RW  to assess the value of endoscopic assisted CI surgery via facial recess approach without elevating tympanic anulus.  This Prospective case series study non-randomized sample was performed on 50 patients with severe to profound hearing loss unaidable with hearing aids undergoing unilateral endoscopic assisted cochlear implant surgery with round window electrode insertion  There were 23 male and 27 female patients.

Factors associated with immediate postoperative pulmonary complications after Appendectomies under general anesthesia: A retrospective analysis.

Background: Postoperative pulmonary complications (PPC) include any complication that affects the respiratory system after anesthesia and surgery and are a significant cause of postoperative mortality and morbidity.

Objectives: To describe the risk factors for immediate postoperative pulmonary complications after appendectomy under general anesthesia and to determine if rapid sequence induction decreases the risk.

Design And Setting: A retrospective analysis of perioperative medical records of patients who underwent appendectomy under general anesthesia over a year, from January 1st, 2014, to December 31st, 2014, at Hamad General Hospital, Doha, Qatar, was done.

Caffeine Consumption and Its Potential Health Effects on Saudi Adolescents in Jazan.

Background Caffeine is the most popular product consumed globally in different types and amounts by various age groups. This study aimed to identify caffeine consumption patterns among adolescents in Jazan and explore related health effects. Methodology A cross-sectional study was conducted in Jazan on adolescents between 12 and 18 years of age.

Sarcococca saligna fabricated gold nanoparticles alleviated in vitro oxidative stress and inflammation in human adipose-derived stem cells.

Oxidative stress is a destructive phenomenon that affects various cell structures including membranes, proteins, lipoproteins, lipids, and DNA. Oxidative stress and inflammation owing to lifestyle changes may lead to serious diseases such as Cancers, Gout, and Arthritis etc. These disorders can be prevented using different therapeutic strategies including nanomedicine.

Effects of garlic, onion, and apple cider vinegar as a herbal mixture on performance and blood traits of broilers inoculated with chicken infectious anemia virus.

This study assessed the effects of a herbal mixture (HM) to protect poultry against chicken infectious anemia (CIA) and to modulate the adverse effects of this virus on performance, mortality, blood profile, white blood cells (WBCs) count, liver enzymes, liver histopathology, and intestinal morphology. Therefore, 240 one-day-old male broiler chicks (Ross 308) were divided into four experimental groups, with six replicates and ten chicks per group. The experimental groups consisted of a control group and groups with 2.

Exploring Limited English Proficiency in the Clinical Outcomes of Pediatric Burn Patients.

Introduction: Limited English proficiency (LEP) is linked to lower health care access and worse clinical outcomes. This study aims to explore the potential role of LEP on clinical outcomes of pediatric burn patients.

Methods: We conducted a single-institution retrospective study of burn patients presenting at a tertiary pediatric burn referral program between January 2016 and December 2020.

Postoperative Respiratory Complications in SARS-CoV-2 Positive Pediatric Patients Across 20 United States Hospitals: A Cohort Study.

Introduction: Data examining rates of postoperative complications among SARS-CoV-2 positive children are limited. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of symptomatic and asymptomatic SARS-CoV-2 positive status on postoperative respiratory outcomes for children.

Methods: This retrospective cohort study included SARS-CoV-2 positive pediatric patients across 20 hospitals who underwent general anesthesia from March to October 2020.

Structural evaluation of child physical abuse in trauma: Social determinants of health at the population level.

Purpose: Child physical abuse (CPA) is closely linked to social factors like insurance status with limited evaluation at a structural population-level. This study evaluates the role of social determinants of health within the built environment on CPA.

Methods: A single-institution retrospective review of pediatric trauma patients was conducted between January 2016 and December 2020.

Combining Stellate ganglion block and intravenous regional anesthesia to treat complex regional pain syndrome: A 19-years' experience in a tertiary center.

Objectives: To study reduction in pain score after treatment with intravenous regional anesthesia (IVRA) and Stellate ganglion block (SGB) combination on complex regional pain syndrome (CPRS) patients and to quantify patients' satisfaction with treatment and occurrence of complications.

Methods: This is a record-based retrospective review carried out in 2020, targeting patients treated in the University of Jordan Hospital, Amman, Jordan, over the years 2002-2020.

Results: Among 99 patients, a significant drop in pain scores occurred in 88% of the patients' sample.

Management of pediatric appendicitis during the COVID-19 pandemic: A nationwide multicenter cohort study.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted timely access to care for children, including patients with appendicitis. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on management of appendicitis and patient outcomes.

Methods: A multicenter retrospective study was performed including 19 children's hospitals from April 2019-October 2020 of children (age≤18 years) diagnosed with appendicitis.

Social determinants of health in pediatric scald burns: Is food access an issue?

Background: Burn injury risk, severity, and outcomes have been associated with socioeconomic status. Limited data exist to evaluate health access-related influences at a structural population level. This study evaluated factors at the Census-tract level, specifically evaluating food access and social vulnerability in pediatric scald burns.

COVID-19 Vaccination Acceptance among Healthcare Staff in Sudan, 2021.

Elderly and patients with comorbid conditions have higher risk of infection and complications. Vaccination hesitancy is defined as the refusal of vaccine or the delay in accepting it despite the availability of vaccines and vaccination services. This study was aimed at assessing knowledge, perception, and acceptability of healthcare staff towards different types of COVID-19 vaccination.

Medical Student Career Choice: Who Is the Influencer?

Background: While many factors influence medical student career choice, interactions with attending and resident physicians during clinical rotations are particularly important. To evaluate the influence of attending and resident physicians on medical students' career choices, particularly for those pursuing surgical careers, we quantified their respective influence in the context of other known influences.

Methods: Rising fourth-year medical students and new graduates were given an IRB-exempt, 14-item online survey.

Analysis of Outcomes in Adolescents and Young Adults With Pilonidal Disease.

Numerous definitive surgical techniques exist for the treatment of pilonidal disease with varied recurrence rates and wound complications. Due to the wide array of techniques and lack of consensus on the best approach, we proposed to study our experience treating pilonidal disease in adolescents and young adults. A retrospective analysis was conducted of patients 10-24 years old treated at a tertiary medical center from 2011 to 2016.

Data-set of academic difficulties among students in western Uganda during COVID-19 induced lockdown.

This academic research explicit the data-set of academic difficulties among different age groups of students studying in various schools, colleges or Universities during the COVID-19 induced lockdown. The western part of Uganda comprises 26 districts and the survey was conducted in those regions employing a simple random sampling technique. The dataset is descriptive and an aggregate of 405 students participated in this survey.

Emotional intelligence and perceived stress among female dental students at King Khalid University, Saudi Arabia.

Objective: To assess the emotional intelligence and identify the perceived sources of stress among female dental students and interns at King Khalid University College of Dentistry (KKUCOD), to investigate whether specific stressors were related to the year of study and gender, and to evaluate the relationship between emotional intelligence (EI) and perceived stress (PS).

Materials And Methods: Total of 150 female undergraduates from 5 and 6 years and dental interns were invited to complete a questionnaire using face-to-face interview. Data on EI was collected using a scale developed by Schutte et al.

WITHDRAWN: Evaluation of the factors that may contribute to the responsiveness of anti-epileptic treatments in pediatric patients, a study from Jordan.

This article has been withdrawn at the request of the editor and publisher. The publisher regrets that an error occurred which led to the publication of this paper, which had been rejected by the editor. This error bears no reflection on the editor.

Functional positional eye and eyelid movements.

Background: Positional manoeuvres are an important part of the neurological examination, particularly in patients with vertigo where the presence and characteristics of provoked nystagmus can help differentiate central from peripheral neurological disorders.

Methods: Case series of functional positional eye and eyelid movements.

Results: We report four patients with functional eye and eyelid movements provoked during positional manoeuvres.

Epitope-Based Peptide Vaccine against Glycoprotein G of Nipah Using Immunoinformatics Approaches.

Background: Nipah belongs to the genus and the . It is an endemic most commonly found at South Asia and has first emerged in Malaysia in 1998. Bats are found to be the main reservoir for this virus, causing disease in both humans and animals.

Outcomes After Prehospital Endotracheal Intubation in Suburban/Rural Pediatric Trauma.

Background: Trauma is the leading cause of death in pediatric patients over 1 y of age. Controversy exists regarding prehospital airway management for these patients, with some studies suggesting that endotracheal intubation in the field or at a referring hospital is associated with increased mortality and complication rate. These studies were largely performed at urban centers, and it is unclear whether the results apply to suburban/rural networks with longer transport times and more stops at referring hospitals.

Clinical Evaluation of Solitary Median Maxillary Central Incisor Syndrome.

Solitary median maxillary central incisor (SMMCI) is a rare dental anomaly. It is estimated to occur in 1 : 50,000 live births. The SMMCI tooth differs from the normal central incisor in that the crown form is symmetric and it develops and erupts precisely in the midline of the maxillary dental arch in both primary and permanent dentitions.