Publications by authors named "Marwah Algodi"
Article Synopsis
- Patients undergoing colonoscopy often face psychological distress, which can affect future willingness to undergo the procedure; this study examined the effectiveness of visual/audiovisual distractions to reduce anxiety and pain during colonoscopies.
- A systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials involving 1439 patients found that distraction methods like nature videos and movies significantly reduced pain and anxiety levels, and increased patient satisfaction.
- Despite the positive findings, there was no significant difference in the likelihood of patients wanting to undergo the procedure again or in the total time taken for the procedure when comparing distraction interventions to usual care.*
Background: Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) are prevalent conditions linked to obesity and metabolic disturbances, with potential complications such as cirrhosis and cardiovascular risks. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of pemafibrate, a drug targeting fat and sugar metabolism genes, in treating patients with MASLD/MASH.
Methods: Databases such as MEDLINE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and Scopus were searched until September 2023 to identify relevant studies.