Opioid Control for Patients With Sickle Cell Anemia in Emergency Departments in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Sickle cell anemia (SCA) affects the Saudi Arabian population significantly, with 4.2% carriers and 0.26% affected.

Exogenous Melatonin Use in University Students: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

To assess the prevalence of melatonin use and its perceived benefits among university students in different specialties in Saudi Arabia, a cross-sectional survey was conducted between March and June 2023. Data about demographics, time of melatonin use, perceived reasons for exogenous melatonin use, melatonin use in relation to exam periods, perceived safety, and adverse effects was gathered. Of 380 students, ~52% reported using exogenous melatonin for sleep disorders.

Community Pharmacists' Knowledge, Attitudes and the Perceived Safety and Effectiveness of Melatonin Supplements: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

Melatonin, which is classified as a dietary supplement by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority, is used to manage sleep disorders. In this study, community pharmacists' knowledge and attitudes about dispensing melatonin supplements and the perceived safety and effectiveness of melatonin were assessed. A cross-sectional survey of community pharmacists in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia was conducted from March-June 2023.

Ophthalmology Practice and Social Media Influences: A Patients Based Cross-Sectional Study among Social Media Users.

Many physicians consider social media a good tool for building their brands and attracting patients. However, limited data exist on patients' perceptions of the value of social media in ophthalmology. Therefore, our objective was to examine how social media influences patients when choosing an ophthalmologist among social media users, and people's behaviors toward ophthalmologists' social media accounts.

Hydrogel (Miragel®) scleral explant, late orbital complication.

Introduction: The hydrogel Scleral Buckle is a soft and pliable subtype of buckles which has been used to repair retinal breaks and detachments externally. This case represents an unusual late orbital complication of the implant.

Case Report: A 70 years old male patient presented with drooping right upper lid and eye misalignment, associated with foreign body sensation and discomfort.

FAMILIAL EXUDATIVE VITREOTINOPATHY-LIKE FEATURES IN STICKLER TYPE IV ASSOCIATED WITH NOVEL VARIANTS IN COL9A1.

Background/purpose: To report a case of Stickler Type IV with familial exudative vitreoretinopathy phenotype.

Methods: Retrospective case report.

Results: A 24-year-old woman presented with right eye exotropia and decreased vision.