Influenza vaccine effect on risk of stroke occurrence: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Stroke is a significant global cause of mortality and long-term disability, potentially influenced by infections that heighten systemic inflammation and thrombotic events. The full impact of influenza vaccination on stroke remains uncertain. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the association between influenza immunization and stroke incidence.

The perception of pediatric sickle cell anemia patient's caregivers toward hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (single-center experience, Saudi Arabia).

Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a relatively common genetic disorder in Saudi Arabia characterized by the predominance of sickle hemoglobin (HbS). Although multiple supportive care options exist for patients with SCD, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is the only cure available and has become highly successful, with an almost 91% overall survival rate. However, pursuing this procedure is still restrained as a curative treatment option.

Efficacy and safety of vesatolimod in chronic hepatitis B: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Vesatolimod is a toll-like receptor (TLR) agonist that is thought to suppress chronic hepatitis B (HBV) infection. This systematic review aimed to assess the safety and efficacy of vesatolimod in treating chronic hepatitis B.

Methods: We included randomized clinical trials (RCTs) that assessed vesatolimod in patients with hepatitis B infection without hepatocellular carcinoma or liver transplantation and with reported levels of hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) or liver transaminases post-intervention.

Satisfaction of Saudi Board Plastic Surgery Residents with the Training Program: A National Survey.

Background: It is well established in the literature that the satisfaction of trainees correlates with higher productivity and efficiency during training years. The satisfaction rate of Saudi Board of Plastic Surgery trainees has not been investigated since its establishment in 2001. Therefore, we aimed to measure the satisfaction rate of local trainees and detail the predictors of satisfaction.