Fine structure of the gonadal tissue of the horned octopod Eledone cirrhosa (Lamarck, 1798) (Mollusca - Octopoda) during sexual maturity.

The horned octopod Eledone cirrhosa, a medium-sized species found in Arabian Gulf off Saudi Arabia, was collected monthly from the Arabian Gulf off Dammam city during January to December 2022. Samples were dissected and prepared for examination using transmission electron microscopy. During genital maturation, seminiferous tubules are established in the testis, with active spermatogonia dividing.

Retraction: Pediatric Acute Dacryocystitis and Orbital Cellulitis With Concurrent COVID-19 Infection: A Case Report.

[This retracts the article DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46559.

Head Injury Evaluation and Ambulance Diagnosis (HOME) Study protocol: a feasibility study assessing the implementation of the Canadian CT Head Rule in the prehospital setting.

Introduction: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common presentation in the prehospital environment. At present, paramedics do not routinely use tools to identify low-risk patients who could be left at scene or taken to a local hospital rather than a major trauma centre. The Canadian CT Head Rule (CCHR) was developed to guide the use of CT imaging in hospital.

Exploring Entrepreneurship in Pharmacy: Attitudes and Perceptions Among Saudi Pharmacists and Students.

Introduction: Entrepreneurship has recently become a focus in community development, innovation, and economic growth, including within pharmaceutical organizations. However, it remains a relatively new aspect of pharmacy education. For the effective incorporation of entrepreneurship in this field, a robust educational foundation is critical, one that emphasizes risk-taking, strategic planning, competitive spirit, and a sense of social responsibility.

Impact of COVID-19 on the Volume of Pediatric Surgery Cases in a Referral Hospital in the Al-Madina Region of Saudi Arabia.

Background The COVID-19 pandemic has affected healthcare systems worldwide, leading to prioritizing resources for the diagnosis and management of COVID-19 cases. As a result, providing medical care to patients with health conditions, including pediatric surgeries, has been significantly affected. Objectives The objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the prevalence of pediatric surgeries in a referral hospital in Al-Madina, KSA.