Publications by authors named "Nada Albalawi"

Introduction: Trichomoniasis remains one of the most significant sexually transmitted disease (STDs) for public health. The disease is caused by parasitic protozoa, (), which is often underestimated in tropical medicine. Despite its public health importance, the epidemiology and molecular characteristics of trichomoniasis in Egypt remains poorly understood, particularly in the southern part of the country (Upper Egypt).

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Purpose: Phakic intraocular lenses treat higher degrees of myopia not possible previously with conventional refractive surgery. The aim of this study is to report the incidence and risk factors of retinal complications after posterior chamber PIOL implantation and assess the differences in biometric parameters between patients who developed such complications versus those who did not.

Methods: This retrospective study recruited 514 patients who underwent ICL implantation to correct myopia at a tertiary eye hospital center in the Eastern province of Saudi Arabia.

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Topical estrogen is effective for treating postmenopausal vaginal atrophy. However, there is a potential risk of estrogen-related adverse effects. There is a need for finding effective non-hormonal treatment for vaginal atrophy.

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Background Thyroid surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures internationally. There were no studies conducted in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, on post-thyroidectomy complications and their risk factors. Objective The aim of this study was to assess post-thyroidectomy complications and determine the risk factors of such complications.

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Article Synopsis
  • Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a significant cause of preventable blindness in premature infants, prompting a study in Tabuk City, Saudi Arabia to evaluate its prevalence and risk factors.* -
  • The study analyzed records of 108 premature infants from King Khalid Hospital, revealing that 33.3% had ROP, particularly among those with low birth weight, which was identified as a significant risk factor.* -
  • With many ROP cases being sight-threatening and affecting both eyes, the study suggests that treatment resources should be available in Tabuk City to address the needs of low-birth-weight infants without necessitating transfers to other centers.*
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