Publications by authors named "R A Siraj"
Objective: Cognitive impairment is a common comorbidity, yet overlooked, in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, little is known about the current practice and perceptions of physicians on recognising and managing cognitive impairment in patients with COPD in Saudi Arabia. This study aimed to investigate current practices and perceptions of physicians in Saudi Arabia regarding the recognition and management of cognitive impairment in COPD patients.
View Article and Find Full Text PDF: Despite the significant impacts of cognitive impairment on patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), there is limited information available on healthcare workers' (HCWs) perceptions, current practice, and barriers to managing COPD patients with cognitive impairment. : A cross-sectional questionnaire was distributed to HCWs in Saudi Arabia between April and December 2023. The collected responses were analysed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression models.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: There is a limited data examining the practice of using the airway pressure release ventilation mode for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome among respiratory therapists.
Objectives: To evaluate the current practice and barriers when using airway pressure release ventilation mode in the management of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome.
Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was disseminated between November 2022 and April 2023 to respiratory therapists in Saudi Arabia.
Observational study on the prescription practices of family and pulmonary physicians for airway clearance devices in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management.
Ther Adv Respir Dis
December 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the preferences and clinical practices of physicians in Saudi Arabia regarding airway clearance devices for managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- A survey conducted with 445 physicians revealed that most prefer Flutter and Acapella devices, but 12.6% were unfamiliar with any device.
- Despite the preferences, there is a notable lack of prescribing history for these devices, indicating a need for increased awareness and integration into COPD treatment practices.
Objectives: The objective of this study is to examine the hospitalisation profile for respiratory diseases in Australia between 1998 and 2019.
Design: An ecological study.
Setting: A population study that involved all private and public hospitalisations for respiratory diseases in Australia from 1998 to 2019.