Port-a-Cath Insertion in Pediatric Patients With Malignancy in Tabuk.

Objectives A port-a-cath has become the cornerstone of supportive care and therapy for most childhood malignancies. It is routinely used in children for recurrent blood sampling or intravenous therapies. This study aimed to investigate the complications of port-a-cath insertion in children, the reasons for its removal or reinsertion, and to compare open and percutaneous techniques of insertion in pediatric patients with cancer in the northwest region of Saudi Arabia.

The Diagnosis and Treatment of Impalpable Testes at King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

Background Impalpable testes may be caused by atrophy, congenital dysgenesis/agenesis, or the presence of testes at unusual sites. Early intervention can improve patient outcomes. The recommended age for surgery ranges from 6 to 18 months.

Age at Surgery and Outcomes of Undescended Testes at King Salman Armed Forces Hospital, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

Objective The aim of this study was to investigate the age at diagnosis and surgery of undescended testes and patients' outcomes. Methods This is a retrospective study that reviewed the files of patients who underwent orchidopexy at the King Salman Armed Forces Hospital (KSAFH), Tabuk, Saudi Arabia (SA), between January 1, 2015, and March 30, 2019. All children from birth until 13 years old who were admitted within the specified time frame and underwent orchidopexy were included in this study.

Splenectomy in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease in Tabuk.

Background: Sickle cell disease is a common genetic disease in Saudi Arabia; it is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by production of abnormal hemoglobin S and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Acute splenic sequestration is a life-threatening complication for this disease. Prophylactic splenectomy is the only effective strategy for preventing future life-threatening episodes.