Resection of accessory parotid gland tumor utilizing trans-oral technique: a case report.

In this report, we discuss a rare case of pleomorphic adenoma in the accessory parotid gland of a 39-year- old male, which is generally a difficult tumor to manage because of the danger of facial scarring and nerve injury from external incisions. A minimally invasive trans-oral surgical technique was used, resulting in a successful resection without the usual complications, demonstrating a promising option that focuses on cosmetic and functional benefits. The importance of complete preoperative evaluations is emphasized, as is the possibility for broader applicability with additional study, establishing the technique's efficacy to improve outcomes for patients in similar circumstances.

A rare finding of pulmonary nodules in a middle ear neuroendocrine tumor: a case report and review of the literature.

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are usually found in the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas; however, they are rare in the middle ear. The presentation of vague symptoms, such as tinnitus and conductive hearing loss, complicates the diagnosis. We present a 46-year-old male with a history of right ear discharge and a previous canal wall-down mastoidectomy, suspected to have cholesteatoma recurrence.

Schwannoma at an Unusual Site: Case Report and Surgical Technique Discussion for Nasal Dorsum.

Peripheral nerve sheath tumors (PNSTs), while uncommon, can have a significant impact on appearance and quality of life, especially when they form in prominent areas such as the nose dorsum. We discuss a case of a 29-year-old woman who developed a benign PNST on the right side of her nasal ala. This tumor gradually grew, impairing her face appearance.

A Rare Case of Parotid Stone Adherence to the Facial Nerve.

This case report details a complex case of parotid gland sialolithiasis with stones adherent to the facial nerve, a scenario that presents a significant surgical challenge. Traditional sialendoscopy failed to address the condition in a 23-year-old female patient, leading to the adoption of a combined endoscopic transcutaneous approach. This method successfully resolved the condition without intraoperative complications, maintaining intact facial nerve function postoperatively.

Prevalence and Risk Factors of Voice Disorders Among Teachers in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Voice is a crucial tool for communication, and voice problems are more likely to occur in professionals who frequently use their voice for work. Teachers, whose profession requires sustained vocal use, are particularly susceptible to occupation-related voice disorders. This study aimed to quantify the prevalence of voice disorders among teachers in Saudi Arabia, with the general population serving as a control group, and to identify associated risk factors.

Awareness of Oral Cancer Among Users of Smokeless Tobacco: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Introduction:  Smokeless tobacco (SLT) stands out for its higher nicotine absorption and its role in preventable fatalities. The Global Adult Tobacco survey in Saudi Arabia revealed SLT usage, while past legislation restricted its use. Linking SLT consumption to oral cancer and oral mucosal ulcers, the study addresses its prevalence in head and neck malignancies.

Common intestinal parasitic infections among patients living in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Prevalence and demographic associations (A cross-sectional retrospective study).

Background: This study aimed to determine the prevalence and associated factors of intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) among patients referred from different primary healthcare centers (PHC) in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Material & Methods: A cross-sectional retrospective study conducted at Riyadh Regional Laboratory (RRL). All stool samples that are requested for intestinal parasite detection by physicians from PHCs across the Riyadh Region during year 2020 are referred to the RRL.

Evaluation of role of HPLC (Merits & Pitfalls), in the diagnosis of various hemoglobinopathies & thalassemic syndromes.

Background: : HPLC is one of the most important tools for accurate diagnosis of hemoglobinopathies and thalassemias. The advantage of the HPLC system is the excellent resolution, reproducibility &quantification of several normal and abnormal hemoglobin.

Results: BIO RAD Variant II analyzer was used.

Forecasting the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia Using a Modified Singular Spectrum Analysis Approach: Model Development and Data Analysis.

Background: Infectious disease is one of the main issues that threatens human health worldwide. The 2019 outbreak of the new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes the disease COVID-19, has become a serious global pandemic. Many attempts have been made to forecast the spread of the disease using various methods, including time series models.

Correction: Author's Responses to Peer Reviews of "Forecasting the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia Using a Modified Singular Spectrum Analysis Approach: Model Development and Data Analysis".

[This corrects the article DOI: 10.2196/28742.].

A study on the empirical distribution of the scaled Hankel matrix eigenvalues.

The empirical distribution of the eigenvalues of the matrix XX(T) divided by its trace is evaluated, where X is a random Hankel matrix. The distribution of eigenvalues for symmetric and nonsymmetric distributions is assessed with various criteria. This yields several important properties with broad application, particularly for noise reduction and filtering in signal processing and time series analysis.