Publications by authors named "Malak Alshammari"
Endotracheal intubation carries risks, including arytenoid dislocation (AD), a rare but severe complication. Due to small sample sizes, the incidence of AD varies considerably among studies. Proposed risk factors for AD include difficult intubation, prolonged intubation, certain surgeries, patient positioning, female sex, and BMI.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAre primary care physicians familiar enough with potentially inappropriate medications in geriatric care? A cross-sectional study in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.
J Family Community Med
July 2024
Article Synopsis
- A study was conducted on primary care physicians in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia to assess their awareness of the Beers Criteria, which identifies potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) for older adults.
- The findings revealed that only 41.3% of physicians were aware of Beers Criteria, although 52.9% felt confident prescribing for elderly patients, and their knowledge of clinical scenarios was above average.
- The primary sources of information for the physicians included online searches and discussions with colleagues, and there was a significant correlation between their years of practice and their confidence in using guidelines like Beers Criteria.
Background: Primary care physicians play an essential role in the health of older adults as they are frequently the first point of contact. Their positive attitude and knowledge influence the quality of care provided to patients with dementia and their caregivers. This study examined the attitudes of primary care physicians towards dementia care and their confidence in their own dementia-care skills.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), little is known about the adoption of virtual consultations (VCs), with most studies being survey-based leading to varying results. This study aims to utilise secondary collected data on the use of both kinds of VCs currently available, and to epidemiologically describe the adoption of these consultations.
Methods: This retrospective study analysed data provided by the Ministry of Health between January 1st 2021 and June 30th 2022.
Article Synopsis
- Herpes Zoster, commonly known as Shingles, is a viral infection that frequently affects older adults when the dormant virus reactivates.
- The study aimed to evaluate public knowledge, attitudes, practices, and barriers regarding the Shingrix vaccine to improve vaccination strategies for at-risk groups.
- Over 8,000 participants indicated a general awareness of the vaccine, but many lacked detailed knowledge; despite some safety concerns, there was a willingness to receive the vaccine, highlighting the need for increased education and outreach in Saudi Arabia.
Article Synopsis
- The study focused on public motivators for receiving the seasonal influenza vaccine during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting a launch of a vaccination campaign by the Saudi Ministry of Health in 2021.
- Most participants had high education levels and were predominantly male and under 35, with their primary motivator being the convenience of having a vaccination site near their workplace.
- The findings suggest that improving access to vaccination campaigns and leveraging physician advice could significantly enhance influenza vaccine uptake.
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- The article with DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18074 has been formally retracted.
- A retraction usually indicates that the findings or conclusions of the original article are no longer considered valid.
- Reasons for retraction can vary, including issues like errors in research methodology, ethical concerns, or duplicate publication.
Article Synopsis
- The article with DOI 10.7759/cureus.19418 has been officially retracted.
- This means that the content of the article is no longer considered valid or reliable.
- The retraction may be due to issues with the research, findings, or errors in the publication process.
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- The article with DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18053 has been officially retracted.* ! -
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- Readers should disregard the contents of the retracted article for any academic or research purposes.* !
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- The article with DOI: 10.7759/cureus.18193 has been retracted.
- The retraction indicates that the findings or conclusions in the original article may no longer be valid.
- Readers should not rely on the information presented in the retracted article.
Background: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among the youth and university students differs internationally. This study aims to assess the prevalence of ADHD positivity from a validated screening test among medical students across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and its associated sociodemographic and family-related factors and the impact of ADHD on students' academic performance. Also, to highlight the implications of the current findings on epidemiologists and family physicians in the region.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFArticle Synopsis
- The article with DOI: 10.7759/cureus.19249 has been officially retracted.
- This decision means that the findings and conclusions in the article are no longer considered valid or reliable.
- The retraction may be due to issues like errors in the research or ethical concerns related to the study.