Knowledge and attitude of medical students towards artificial intelligence in ophthalmology in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

Background: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology represents a transformative leap in healthcare. AI-powered technologies, such as machine learning and computer vision, enhance the accuracy and efficiency of ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment.

Objective: This study aimed to determine medical students' awareness and attitudes towards the use of artificial intelligence in ophthalmology.

Assessing the knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS among the general population and health care professionals in MENA region.

Introduction: Human Immunodeficiency Virus infection continue to represent a global health concern influenced by various social, economic, and cultural factors. The MENA are among the top regions in the world with the fastest-growing HIV epidemic. Thus, adequate knowledge and a positive attitude of people toward HIV/AIDS are of utmost importance to prevent the spreading of the disease.

The Risk of Latent Tuberculosis Infection Among Healthcare Workers at a General Hospital in Bisha, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Background and objective Tuberculosis (TB) is a global health issue, often preceded by a latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) in individuals. Significant global and local efforts have recently been directed toward this infection, focusing on TB control and eradication. This study aimed to assess the magnitude of LTBI among healthcare workers (HCWs) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, by evaluating its prevalence and associated risk factors.

Human immunodeficiency virus in Saudi Arabia: Current and future challenges.

Introduction: Understanding the pathophysiology of HIV infection has been crucial to the design of effective anti-viral strategies. HIV infection is declining worldwide due to early diagnosis and the effective long-term use of anti-retroviral therapy. New infections decreased from 3.

The Incidence of Needlestick and Sharps Injuries Among Healthcare Workers in a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background Needlestick injuries (NSIs) and sharps injuries (SIs) remain significant hazards in most healthcare facilities that expose healthcare workers (HCWs) to blood-borne pathogens (e.g., HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C).

HIV in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Can We Change the Way We Deal with Co-Infections.

The first incidence of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) was reported back in 1984, and by the end of 2013, around 1509 patients were diagnosed with HIV infection. Recently in 2018, the Saudi ministry of health released that the incidence of HIV in Saudi Arabia is 3 cases of HIV for every 10,000 of the population. Having said that, the surveillance of HIV will face a range of challenges in KSA despite proper medical care, counseling, family planning, diagnostic, evaluation, and the use of effective anti-retroviral therapy.

Effect of Pegylated Interferon and Mitomycin C on Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia in Xeroderma Pigmentosum: A Case Series.

BACKGROUND Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is an autosomal recessive disease caused by mutations in DNA repair genes. Clinical manifestations include extreme sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays, freckle-like pigmentation, ocular abnormalities, and an increased risk of developing neoplasms in sun-exposed areas of the skin, mucous membranes, and eyes. This paper describes the clinical outcome of pegylated interferon alpha 2b (PEG-IFN-alpha-2b) subconjunctival injections and topical mitomycin C (MMC) in the treatment of ocular surface squamous neoplasia (OSSN) in patients with XP.

Chromosome 1q Terminal Deletion and Congenital Glaucoma: A Case Report.

BACKGROUND This paper aims to highlight the presence of primary congenital glaucoma (PCG) in a patient with chromosome 1 q31 and q42.1 deletion of the distal long arm. The characteristic combination of phenotypic features in this deletion include dysmorphic features, psychomotor retardation and neurological signs; however, PCG has never been recognized as part of these features before.

Asymmetrical Ocular Manifestations of Nephropathic Cystinosis; A Case Report.

BACKGROUND Infantile nephropathic cystinosis is the most common and severe variant of cystinosis, which is a rare autosomal recessive condition related to a defect in the transportation of the protein cystine resulting in its deposition in various organs. Due to the rarity of this condition, only 1 case with extensive ocular involvement has been found in the English-language literature. Here, we report a second such case to highlight the significance of early diagnosis in avoiding devastating but preventable vision loss.

Unusual Association of Aniridia with Aicardi-Goutières Syndrome-Related Congenital Glaucoma in a Tertiary Care Center.

BACKGROUND Aicardi-Goutières syndrome (AGS) is a rare autosomal recessive encephalopathy of early onset. AGS visual dysfunction range from nystagmus and optic atrophy to cortical blindness in affected individuals; however, congenital glaucoma has been recently noticed among AGS pediatric patients. According to the literature, aniridia has never been recognized among AGS patients.