Factors Associated with Statin Discontinuation Following Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: A Retrospective Analysis of 2012-2021 Electronic Medical Records Network Data.

Background: Bariatric surgery has been shown to improve hyperlipidemia, decreasing the need for statin medications. Although maintaining statin therapy post-surgery for those with a history of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) is advised, it is uncertain if discontinuation risks differ between those with and without ASCVD history.

Aim: The study aims to analyze the rate and reasons for statin cessation post-bariatric surgery in the US using real-world data.

5-year oncological outcomes in left-sided malignant colonic obstruction: stent as bridge to surgery.

Background: A considerable number of patients with colon cancer present with a colonic obstruction. The use of self-expanding metallic stents (SEMS) as a bridge to surgery (BTS) in potential curative patients with left-sided colonic cancer obstruction remains debatable. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the 5-year oncological outcomes of using a SEMS as a BTS.

Oncological outcomes of elective versus emergency surgery for colon cancer: A tertiary academic center experience.

Background: In this study, we aimed to identify the oncological outcomes in colon cancer patients who underwent elective versus emergency curative resection.

Methods: All patients who underwent curative resection for colon cancer between July 2015 and December 2019 were retrospectively reviewed and analyzed. Patients were divided into two groups based on the presentation into elective and emergency groups.

Community knowledge and awareness of colorectal cancer and screening tools: Community-based survey of 1,912 residents of Riyadh.

Background: Participation in Colorectal cancer (CRC) screening programs is low in Saudi Arabia. Public awareness of CRC and knowledge of available screening tools are crucial for improving screening uptake. This study aimed to examine the level of awareness and knowledge of CRC among the Saudi population.

Expression of VEGF, EGF and HGF in early- and late-stage colorectal cancer.

The heterogenous nature of colorectal cancer (CRC) highlights the need for a better understanding of the growth factors that affect tumour growth and cancer progression. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the role of epidermal growth factor (EGF), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) in the early (I and II) and late (III and IV) stages of CRC. The serum levels and mRNA expression (n=30) of the aforementioned growth factors were measured and immunohistochemistry (n=20) was performed in patients with CRC.

Short-term outcomes after self-expandable metal stent insertion for obstructing colon cancer: a retrospective cohort study.

Background: Self-expanding metal stents (SEMS) are used as a bridge to surgery for colon cancer patients as an alternative to emergency surgery. Currently, there is a paucity of literature from Saudi Arabia on the preoperative usage of SEMS.

Objective: Determine whether SEMS are associated with a higher rate of complications.

Impact of COVID-19 pandemic on patient satisfaction and surgical outcomes: A retrospective and cross sectional study.

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patient satisfaction and surgical outcomes at King Khalid University Hospital in Saudi Arabia.

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly affected health care systems across developing and developed countries. Therefore, it is important to understand its impact on various parameters of patient care as regards revised infrastructure and policies in hospitals during the pandemic.

Long-term outcomes after complete mesocolic excision for colon cancer at a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia.

Background: Data on long-term survival and recurrence of cancer after complete mesocolic excision (CME) for colon cancer has not been reported from our center and related to international data.

Objective: Describe overall and disease-free survival, survival by surgery site and stage, and recurrence rates after curative surgery.

Design: Retrospective chart review.

Public awareness of colorectal cancer in Saudi Arabia: A survey of 1070 participants in Riyadh.

Background/aims: The aim of this study was to investigate colorectal cancer (CRC) awareness in healthy individuals in Saudi Arabia in order to identify segments of the population that would most benefit from targeted education programs.

Setting And Design: Survey/questionnaire.

Patients And Methods: Random, healthy individuals from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, were approached to participate in a 10-question multiple choice survey about CRC.

Lymphangioma of the ileocecal valve clinically masquerading as a submucosal small intestinal GIST: report of a case and literature review.

Lymphangiomas are rare tumors affecting the gastrointestinal tract, and may be seen in the bowel, gall bladder, and pancreas. They resemble hemangiomas, but consist of spaces of variable sizes containing lymph. In this report, we describe the case of a 53-year-old male who presented with abdominal pain and constipation.

Bowel function and its associated variables in Saudi adults. A population based study.

Objective: To study bowel patterns (function/habits) and its associated variables in an adult Saudi population.

Methods: In a cross sectional study, a 21-item questionnaire on bowel function (habits and frequency) was distributed to 10,000 high school students from all 5 regions of Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia, between February and April 2011. The randomly selected students, and 2 of their household or family members completed the questionnaire.

New targeted-colon delivery system: in vitro and in vivo evaluation using X-ray imaging.

The aim of this study was to formulate a new orally-administered colon delivery system of 5-flurouracil (5-FU) for the treatment of colon cancer. The system was designed to target 5-FU directly to the colon with high potential of much more effective and less toxic colon cancer treatment. The system was prepared by compression coating technique using granulated chitosan.