Acceptance of Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty as a First-Line Treatment for Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma in Saudi Arabia.

Purpose: Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial to reducing disease progression. Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) has proven efficacious as a primary treatment for primary open-angle glaucoma.

Outcomes of Non-Penetrating Deep Sclerectomy for Primary Congenital Glaucoma Performed by Experienced versus Trainee Surgeons: A Cohort Study.

Purpose: To compare the outcomes of non-penetrating deep sclerectomy (NPDS) for primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) performed by experienced vs trainee surgeons.

Patients And Methods: This retrospective cohort study was conducted in 2022 in Saudi Arabia. Consultants (Gr-1) and trainee pediatric ophthalmologists (Gr-2) performed NPDS on pediatric patients with PCG.

Encounter glaucoma decision Aid trial.

Purpose: A decision aid facilitates patient engagement in the decision-making process in ophthalmic practice. In particular, patients with open-angle glaucoma will benefit from such an intervention as it enhances their knowledge, compliance, and satisfaction with the healthcare services.

Methods: The Encounter Glaucoma Decision Aid (GDA) was delivered to 145 patients with open-angle glaucoma at the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital.

Relation between diabetes related distress and glycemic control: The mediating effect of adherence to treatment.

Aims: Diabetes related distress (DRD) is a negative emotional reaction to stresses associated with diabetes mellitus (DM) and its management. This study estimated the burden of DRD and self-reported adherence to treatment (SRAT) among patients with DM and investigated their relationship with glycemic control.

Methods: A cross sectional study of consented 157 diabetics was conducted using the17-item Diabetes Distress Scale (DDS).

Awareness About Glaucoma Management Among Physicians in Riyadh: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study.

Purpose Glaucoma is an irreversible chronic disease that damages the optic nerve. Knowledge and skills related to glaucoma are extremely important for frontline physicians. This study aimed to determine the knowledge and management as well as examination and referral practices related to glaucoma among physicians at primary care centers and secondary hospitals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Patient Satisfaction Toward a Tele-Retinal Screening Program in Endocrinology Clinics at a Tertiary Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Purpose: Tele-retinal screening programs use a nonmydriatic camera for retinal imaging. These images are reviewed by ophthalmologists, for interpretation and planning of appropriate treatment and follow up. Patient satisfaction is a critical tool to assess the quality of healthcare delivery and to reframe the current screening programs.

Barriers for Adherence to Diabetic Retinopathy Screening among Saudi Adults.

Background Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the major complications of diabetes mellitus (DM) and the leading cause of blindness among adults. However, adherence to diabetic retinopathy screening (DRS) significantly reduces blindness. A substantial proportion of diabetics have suboptimal compliance to DRS, which inversely affects their outcomes.

Knowledge and attitude of Saudi female university students about first aid skills.

Background: First aid is the first and most essential life saving care that can reduce the morbidity of an individual in a health-threatening circumstance. The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge and attitude toward the provision of first aid among students attending Princess Norah University (PNU).

Materials And Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at PNU in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from October 2017 to December 2017.